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The Defence Secretary's four-day programme combines bilateral consultations, industry engagement and maritime-security discussions.
The October 7 corridor adds a commemorative role to Rudraksh, whose documented cooperation includes both construction and know-how for running cultural events.
Speaker Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf rejected unilateral US demands as shipping data showed continuing Gulf exports and attacks on tankers.
The minister described India's discussions with Moscow and Kyiv on shipping, grain, energy and possible non-attack arrangements.
The September 30 conclusion of Operation Inherent Resolve in Iraq marked a change in the security relationship, not evidence that every form of foreign defence cooperation had ended.
Passenger testimony described two sudden descents, while Israel announced tighter checks on pilots operating inbound flights.
The September 29 preparations covered local vigilance and grants; an October 4 follow-up set out waterway and immersion safeguards.
The September 29 meeting covered bilateral relations and UN developments; the state minister declined to confirm a November visit.