From Voice of America:For decades, India mostly depended on, first, the Soviet Union and then Russia for its military supplies. But as the Cold War ended and India's relations with the United States began improving during Bill Clinton's presidency, New Delhi gradually increased its military cooperation with Washington. Both New Delhi and Washington have said their relationship is not aimed against India's arch-rival Pakistan. Today, besides holding joint military exercises with the U.S. military, India has also been buying U.S. armaments worth billions of dollars.
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Update: US, Indian troops plan live-fire exercises -- Reuters
My Comment: India and China will be the two regional super powers of Asia .... it is only natural that the U.S. will strive to develop close relations with both countries .... both economically AND militarily.