India-Russia defense cooperation

Even as India tilts closer to the U.S., Russia continues to play a crucial role for Indian strategy.

India and Russia signed an agreement to extend their military technology cooperation for the next decade.

An honest evaluation of the Quad militarily will highlight the fact that India is hampering its overall effectiveness.

Despite public display of affection, all is not well in the India-Russia relationship.

Ideally, India would exploit a split in Russia-China relations. But there’s no split to exploit and New Delhi is better off seeking strategic compatibility elsewhere.

According to the Russian president, the missile systems will be delivered to India on schedule.

The defense ministry concluded an agreement with the state-owned Ordnance Factory Board to license-build 464 T-90S main battle tanks.

The Indian Navy is expected to make its first tranche of payments by the end of this month.

Russia will offer to jointly develop a new submarine class with India for service in the Indian Navy.

Russia’s Yantar shipyard began work on two guided missile frigates destined for service in the Indian Navy earlier.

India and Russia signed an inter-governmental agreement for two guided-missile frigates on January 30.

India and Russia reportedly concluded an agreement for the procurement of two guided-missile frigates for the Indian Navy.