Indian Navy Deploys P-8I for RIMPAC 2026 in Hawaii
The Indian Navy has deployed a Boeing-built P-8I long-range maritime patrol aircraft for the Rim of the Pacific exercise (RIMPAC) 2026 in Hawaii. RIMPAC 2026, the world’s largest international maritime exercise, runs from 24 June to 31 July 2026 at Joint Base Pearl Harbor-Hickam and features about 30 to 31 nations, 30 to 40 surface ships, five submarines, and between 140 and 206 aircraft, with roughly 25,000 to 30,000 personnel. India began participating in 2014 and has taken part in every edition since. The P-8I supports maritime surveillance and anti-submarine warfare and coordinates operations with partner navies. The exercise theme is “Partners: Integrated and Prepared.”
RIMPAC 2026 dates: 24 June–31 July 2026; location: Joint Base Pearl Harbor-Hickam, Hawaii.
Indian Navy deployed a P-8I long-range maritime patrol aircraft for the exercise.
About 30–31 nations, 30–40 surface ships, five submarines, and 140–206 aircraft are participating.
Participation began for India in 2014; India has attended every edition since.
P-8I role: maritime surveillance, anti-submarine warfare, and coordinated operations with allies.
Theme: Partners: Integrated and Prepared.
Jul 01, 2026
India-Saudi water-cooperation MoU signed during Saudi Water Week
During the inaugural Saudi Water Week in Jeddah, India and Saudi Arabia signed a memorandum of understanding to strengthen cooperation in water resources management. The agreement covers sustainable water management, exchange of technical expertise, and capacity-building. It anticipates joint research, data sharing, and technology transfer in groundwater management, water recycling, irrigation efficiency, and climate resilience. The pact underscores India’s broader regional outreach and the importance of water security for fast-growing economies in the Gulf and adjacent regions. The MoU aligns with ongoing projects in energy, agriculture, and urban water supply.
MoU signed during Saudi Water Week (Jeddah)
Focus on water resources management and capacity-building
Includes data sharing, research, and tech transfer
PM Modi’s Seychelles visit ends with nine agreements and UPI rollout
Prime Minister Narendra Modi concluded a three-day state visit to Seychelles from 27 to 29 June 2026. He attended the Golden Jubilee National Day as a guest of honour and held talks with President Patrick Herminie. India and Seychelles signed nine agreements, including the rollout of Unified Payments Interface (UPI) and a Rs 1,250 crore line of credit for priority projects. The visit also covered defence and maritime cooperation, healthcare, and development finance. Modi described the trip as a step forward in Indo-Seychelles ties and regional security in the Indian Ocean context.
PM Modi’s 27–29 June 2026 Seychelles visit concluded
Nine agreements signed, including UPI rollout
Rs 1,250 crore line of credit announced
Meetings with President Herminie focused on defence and trade
Visit underscored India-Seychelles ties in Indian Ocean
India to implement UPI in Seychelles with NPCI International
India has signed an MoU with the Central Bank of Seychelles to implement the Unified Payments Interface (UPI) in Seychelles. The agreement was signed between NPCI International Payments Limited and Seychelles’ Central Bank. The move aims to strengthen cooperation in digital payments and expand India’s UPI platform abroad. Authorities say UPI adoption will enable fast, convenient transfers for individuals and businesses, potentially boosting remittances, tourism, and trade with Seychelles. The initiative aligns with India’s broader goal of promoting digital payments across the Indian Ocean region and deepening financial inclusion.
MoU between NPCI International Payments and Seychelles Central Bank
UPI to be launched in Seychelles
Aims to boost digital payments ecosystem abroad
Expected gains in remittances, tourism, and trade
Part of India’s regional digital-payments expansion
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