European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen visited Lodhi Garden in Delhi on Friday. Surrounded by ancient monuments, lush greenery, and vibrant birdlife, she immersed herself in the essence of India’s incredible heritage.

The European Union (EU) is exploring a security and defence partnership with India, while also aiming to complete negotiations for a free trade agreement by the end of this year, European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen said in New Delhi Friday.

Von der Leyen highlighted India’s growing defence ambitions, stressing Europe’s role in helping India diversify its military supply chains through PESCO (Permanent Structured Cooperation). The proposal aligns with India’s push for self-reliance in defence manufacturing.

Led by European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen, the delegation's visit marks a new phase in the bilateral relationship between India and Europe.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday met president of the European Commission, Ursula von der Leyen at Hyderabad House in Delhi.The two leaders reviewed the progress of ongoing negotiations for a comprehensive trade agreement and discuss strategies to enhance trade and investment relations.

European Commission Commissioners on Friday arrived at the Hyderabad House venue in the national capital onboard a bus powered by hydrogen fuel cell technology, which was developed and operated in collaboration with Tata Motors and Indian Oil Corporation Limited (IOCL).

This is the first visit of a high-level EU College of Commissioners, comprising 22 of the 27 EU Commissioners, to India as well as their first team visit outside India since they assumed office in December 2024.

New Delhi: European Commission Commissioners on Friday arrived at the Hyderabad House venue in the national capital onboard a bus powered by hydrogen fuel cell technology, which was developed and operated in collaboration with Tata Motors and Indian Oil Corporation Limited (IOCL).

European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen on Friday promised to push to get the long-pending free trade agreement between the European Union and India done this year.