Evolving global security scenario demands innovation, stronger partnerships: Rajnath Singh
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Evolving global security scenario demands innovation, stronger partnerships: Rajnath Singh

New Indian Express  

BENGALURU: Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Tuesday asserted that the evolving global security scenario demands innovative approaches and stronger partnerships. "It is my firm belief that the evolving global security scenario demands innovative approaches and stronger partnerships. According to officials, the Defence Ministers' Conclave, organised in hybrid mode, is aimed at strengthening defence cooperation with friendly nations amidst a rapidly-evolving global security landscape, and this year's theme 'Building Resilience through International Defence and Global Engagement ' underscores the importance of supply chain resilience and strategic collaboration in defence. "Today, we have a vibrant defence startup ecosystem within the larger Indian startup ecosystem, which ranks third globally in terms of unicorn count," Rajnath Singh said.

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Rajnath Singh, Tulsi Gabbard seek to deepen India-US ties in niche defence areas
1 week, 1 day ago

Rajnath Singh, Tulsi Gabbard seek to deepen India-US ties in niche defence areas

Hindustan Times  

NEW DELHI: India and the US on Monday explored avenues for deepening collaboration in areas including cutting-edge defence innovation and niche technologies, with both sides expressing their shared commitment to advancing mutual strategic interests during talks between defence minister Rajnath Singh and US Director of National Intelligence Tulsi Gabbard. Defence Minister Rajnath Singh during a meeting with USA’s Director of …

India’s defence sector: China’s rise, West’s stagnation demand radical reforms
1 week, 6 days ago

India’s defence sector: China’s rise, West’s stagnation demand radical reforms

Firstpost  

India’s defence-industrial model needs structural reform in the face of emerging threats and the latent potential The French Dassault Rafale aircraft is an integral part of India's fighter jet fleet. Urgent Need for Structural Reform India must move beyond its current trajectory and embrace an innovation-driven, agile, and commercially integrated defence industrial base. India must ensure effective utilisation of its …

Our aim is to reach ₹50,000 crore in defence exports by 2029, says Rajnath
1 month ago

Our aim is to reach ₹50,000 crore in defence exports by 2029, says Rajnath

The Hindu  

The Union Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Monday said India had achieved 88% self-sufficiency in ammunition production, and defence exports had reached about ₹23,000 crore in 2023-24. “Our goal is to reach ₹50,000 crore in defence exports by 2029,” Mr. Singh said. He called on IIT Mandi’s students to contribute to this vision by focusing on technological solutions that would …

Defence, trade, tech: Full statement of India-US joint media briefing
1 month, 1 week ago

Defence, trade, tech: Full statement of India-US joint media briefing

India Today  

Prime Minister Narendra Modi was on a two-day official visit to the US. Finally, the leaders committed to break new ground to support and sustain the overseas deployments of the US and Indian militaries in the Indo-Pacific, including enhanced logistics and intelligence sharing, as well as arrangements to improve force mobility for joint humanitarian and disaster relief operations along with …

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh hails India's defence transformation at Aero India valedictory
1 month, 1 week ago

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh hails India's defence transformation at Aero India valedictory

New Indian Express  

BENGALURU: “Energy, energy, energy”— that’s how Defence Minister Rajnath Singh described Aero India 2025, India’s premier air show, as he highlighted the country’s rapid transformation in the defence sector. Speaking at the indigenisation event and valedictory of Aero India 2025 in Yelahanka, Rajnath said that India’s defence industry is witnessing exponential growth, with homegrown fighter jets, missile systems, and naval …

Self-reliance push drives Indian defence industry: Rajnath Singh
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Self-reliance push drives Indian defence industry: Rajnath Singh

The Hindu  

Stating that the Indian defence ecosystem is driven by policies of self-reliance in defence production, facilitated by a conducive policy regime, Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Monday asked Chief Executive Officers of global defence companies to utilise the opportunities offered by the domestic defence ecosystem. Listing out measures taken in this regard, he said the portal, Defence Exim, had made …

India, U.S. agree to draft comprehensive framework on defence cooperation for 2025-2035
1 month, 2 weeks ago

India, U.S. agree to draft comprehensive framework on defence cooperation for 2025-2035

The Hindu  

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh held the first telephonic conversation with the new U.S. Secretary of Defence Pete Hegseth on Thursday during which the two leaders “agreed to work together to draft a comprehensive framework on defence cooperation, aimed at structuring the bilateral collaboration for 2025-2035.” The conversation has taken place ahead of Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s planned trip to Washington …

OPINION: From Building Skills To Focus On Critical Infra: How Budget 2025 Can Strengthen India’s Cybersecurity Preparedness
1 month, 3 weeks ago

OPINION: From Building Skills To Focus On Critical Infra: How Budget 2025 Can Strengthen India’s Cybersecurity Preparedness

ABP News  

By Sachhin Gajjaer India is at a pivotal moment in its digital journey, with technology becoming essential to nearly every sector of the economy. As India works toward a secure digital future, Budget 2025 offers a crucial opportunity to address these challenges by prioritising cybersecurity investments in infrastructure, skills, and awareness. Budget 2025 should focus on developing cybersecurity standards specific …

Why India's defence manufacturing needs a big boost from Union Budget 2025
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Why India's defence manufacturing needs a big boost from Union Budget 2025

Firstpost  

The defence budget must see a substantial increase, particularly in capital outlay, which was Rs1.62 lakh crore in 2024-25 Indian Army's BrahMos weapon systems are displayed during a full dress rehearsal for the Republic Day parade in New Delhi. Reuters As Budget 2025 approaches, India’s Defence sector anticipates targeted measures to advance self-reliance, modernization, and global competitiveness. Strengthening defence allocations …

Budget 2025 Expectations: Defence Sector Rallies For Continued Focus On Domestic Production, R&D Funding
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Budget 2025 Expectations: Defence Sector Rallies For Continued Focus On Domestic Production, R&D Funding

ABP News  

Budget 2025: As Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman prepares to present the Union Budget 2025 on February 1, the defence sector anticipates significant announcements aimed at advancing India's strategic capabilities and self-reliance. "Building on last year’s increased defence allocations, we anticipate a continued focus on domestic production, R&D funding, and private sector incentives. Kartik Ganapathy, Founding Partner of IndusLaw, said, "A …

10 defence stocks poised for explosive growth in India’s year of reforms
2 months, 1 week ago

10 defence stocks poised for explosive growth in India’s year of reforms

Live Mint  

As India strengthens its strategic position amid evolving global security dynamics, the nation's defence sector stands at a pivotal moment in 2025. This commitment aligns with India's vision of achieving defence exports worth ₹42,000 crore by 2025 and establishing itself as a key player in the global defence supply chain. The company’s current order book stands strong at ₹38,390 crore, …

India giving high priority to emerging technologies, AI in defense systems: Murmu
3 months ago

India giving high priority to emerging technologies, AI in defense systems: Murmu

Deccan Chronicle  

Hyderabad: President Droupadi Murmu here on Friday said that India was giving high priority to emerging technologies and artificial intelligence, and utilizing them in Indian defense systems, for enhanced efficiency and global competitiveness. India is giving high priority to the emerging technologies and artificial intelligence, and utilizing them in Indian defence systems, for enhanced efficiency and global competitiveness,” she explained. …

India must strengthen security in growing economic hubs: Veteran K J Singh
3 months, 2 weeks ago

India must strengthen security in growing economic hubs: Veteran K J Singh

India Today  

India must prepare for potential security risks in its peninsular regions, given the rising economic significance of centres such as Chennai, Bengaluru, and Hyderabad, said Lieutenant General K J Singh. The regional economic growth centres need security assessment with robust security arrangements,” Lt. General K J Singh said during a media interaction in the national capital. Lt. General Singh, who …

Defence industrial collaboration, Indo-Pacific in focus during Rajnath-Austin talks
7 months ago

Defence industrial collaboration, Indo-Pacific in focus during Rajnath-Austin talks

Hindustan Times  

Defence minister Rajnath Singh and his American counterpart Lloyd Austin on Friday held wide-ranging talks at the Pentagon in Washington to deepen the bilateral relationship, with the dialogue putting the spotlight on a raft of issues including defence cooperation, industrial collaboration, regional security, the Indo-Pacific region and other pressing international matters. They met a day after India and the US …

Independence Day 2024: 'India Emerging as a Defense Manufacturing Hub,' Says PM Modi | ABP News
7 months, 1 week ago

Independence Day 2024: 'India Emerging as a Defense Manufacturing Hub,' Says PM Modi | ABP News

ABP News  

Prime Minister Modi emphasized the significant shift in India's defense sector, noting that in the past, a substantial portion of the defense budget was spent on purchasing weapons and equipment from foreign countries. This heavy reliance on imports meant that India was dependent on other nations for its defense needs, which not only drained the national budget but also limited …

Tech ties with West, with eyes on China
8 months ago

Tech ties with West, with eyes on China

Hindustan Times  

The United Kingdom -India Technology Security Initiative rounds off a trifecta of such bets taken by India--the country launched similar initiatives with the United Stated and the European Union in 2023. Collaboration with leading nations on emerging technologies, such as telecom security, artificial intelligence, quantum computing, biotechnology and semiconductors will certainly benefit India. There is also an opportunity for India …

INDUS-X defence initiative between U.S., India marks first anniversary
9 months ago

INDUS-X defence initiative between U.S., India marks first anniversary

The Hindu  

“The India-U.S. Defence Acceleration Ecosystem has advanced the commitment of the two strategic partners to building a defence innovation bridge under the Critical and Emerging Technology Initiative,” the U.S. has said on the partnership’s first anniversary. "In its first year, INDUS-X has advanced both countries' commitment to build a defence innovation bridge under the initiative on Critical and Emerging Technology," …

Opinion: India, stability, and 'new world order' - Global security from New Delhi's vantage
1 year ago

Opinion: India, stability, and 'new world order' - Global security from New Delhi's vantage

India Today  

India will head into elections from the middle of next month in what is the world’s largest democratic exercise. At the recently concluded India Today Conclave, the Prime Minister mentioned that India will offer stability and prosperity for an uncertain world in the coming five years. From an Indian perspective, the outreach to the Gulf under Modi is multilayered, ranging …

India-US bilateral defence trade has grown to $ 25 billion: Larson
1 year, 2 months ago

India-US bilateral defence trade has grown to $ 25 billion: Larson

Deccan Chronicle  

Hyderabad: The United States has solidified its role as a major supplier of defence equipment to India and has emerged as India's largest military exercise partner, said Jennifer Larson, Consul General of the US Consulate in Hyderabad. Priorities in this partnership include defence cooperation, fostering mutual prosperity, countering the climate crisis, upholding a free and secure Indo-Pacific, and maintaining a …

K.C. Singh | India's challenges amidst shifting global equations
1 year, 4 months ago

K.C. Singh | India's challenges amidst shifting global equations

Deccan Chronicle  

The fifth 2+2 ministerial dialogue between India and the United States was held in New Delhi on Friday, November 10. Significantly, they met soon after the June 2023 state visit of Prime Minister Narendra Modi to the US and President Joe Biden’s visit to India in September for the G-20 summit. Due to the recent two earlier summit-level meetings, implementation …

India, U.S. in agreement on strategic issues: Rajnath
1 year, 4 months ago

India, U.S. in agreement on strategic issues: Rajnath

The Hindu  

India and the United States increasingly find themselves in agreement on strategic issues, including countering China’s aggression, promoting a free and open Indo-Pacific, and addressing regional security challenges, Defence Minister Rajnath Singh said on November 10 in the opening remarks of his bilateral meeting with U.S. Secretary of Defence Lloyd Austin. “The India-U.S. defence relationship has evolved into a strategic …

The Art of a Good Unicorn | Geopolitical implications of AI's emergence
1 year, 6 months ago

The Art of a Good Unicorn | Geopolitical implications of AI's emergence

Hindustan Times  

In the second half of 2022, OpenAI released ChatGPT 3.5, which seemed to revolutionize the advent of generative Artificial Intelligence. AI can even reshape the financial landscape by designing and delivering financial products, helping Indian startups, improving India’s agricultural ecosystem, healthcare and more. As the race for AI dominance escalates, it could fuel geopolitical rivalries, as nations strive to harness …

'US-India strategic partnership has never been more dynamic': Blinken
1 year, 6 months ago

'US-India strategic partnership has never been more dynamic': Blinken

Firstpost  

In his address, the US Secretary of State Antony Blinken also highlighted the ambitious India-Middle East-Europe Economic Corridor which was announced by Prime Minister Narendra Modi and US President Joe Biden on the sidelines of the G20 Summit, which recently concluded in New Delhi Hailing the bilateral partnership between India and the United States on Wednesday, the US Secretary of …

INDUS-X: India, US to expand strategic technology partnership and defence industrial cooperation
1 year, 9 months ago

INDUS-X: India, US to expand strategic technology partnership and defence industrial cooperation

Firstpost  

With an aim to expand the strategic technology partnership and defence industrial cooperation between the two countries, India-US Defence Acceleration Ecosystem was launched by the defence departments of India and the US on Wednesday, informed an official press release. Several Industry and Academia-led initiatives were also taken, under which the Indian and US defence firms intend to identify opportunities to …

National security being strengthened, Armed Forces becoming technologically advanced: Rajnath Singh in Bengaluru
1 year, 9 months ago

National security being strengthened, Armed Forces becoming technologically advanced: Rajnath Singh in Bengaluru

Hindustan Times  

Union Minister of Defence Rajnath Singh chaired a meeting of the Consultative Committee for the Ministry of Defence on 'Self-reliance in Defence Manufacturing' in Karnataka's Bengaluru on Friday. Defence minister Rajnath Singh Speaking on occasion, the Defence Minister highlighted the Government's constant endeavour to enhance the security of the country and make the Armed Forces technologically advanced to deal with …

Private sector collaboration is next great phase of Indo-U.S. defence ties: Atul Keshap
1 year, 9 months ago

Private sector collaboration is next great phase of Indo-U.S. defence ties: Atul Keshap

The Hindu  

Defence technology collaboration between the private sectors of India and the United States is really the next great phase of cooperation for “the two greatest democracies on earth”, according to Atul Keshap, president of the U.S.-India Business Council, who added that whatever the two countries can do together will benefit the rest of the “free countries” of the world. And …

World, especially the Global South, perceives India as 'credible' development partner, says S Jaishankar
1 year, 9 months ago

World, especially the Global South, perceives India as 'credible' development partner, says S Jaishankar

Firstpost  

External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar on Thursday said that the world, especially the Global South, perceives India as a development partner - as a credible, effective development partner with delivery on the ground External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar on Thursday said that the world, especially the Global South, perceives India as a development partner - as a credible, effective development …

US-India Defence: Both Sides To Begin Talks On Security Of Supply, Reciprocal Defence Procurement Pacts
1 year, 9 months ago

US-India Defence: Both Sides To Begin Talks On Security Of Supply, Reciprocal Defence Procurement Pacts

ABP News  

New Delhi: India and the United States Monday decided to launch negotiations for two crucial agreements related to the Security of Supply Arrangement and a Reciprocal Defense Procurement in an effort to establish stable supply chains of arms and equipment. “The Secretary and Minister Singh also pledged to review regulatory hurdles impeding closer industry-to-industry cooperation and to initiate negotiations on …

India will be a developed nation by 2047: Rajnath Singh
1 year, 10 months ago

India will be a developed nation by 2047: Rajnath Singh

Live Mint  

New Delhi: India will become a strong, prosperous, self-reliant, and developed nation by 2047, said Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Monday. During his address at the 12th convocation ceremony of Defence Institute of Advanced Technology in Pune, Maharashtra, Singh emphasized the need for Indian research institutes to accelerate their activities in advanced technology to make India capable of dealing with …

Manufacturing cutting-edge products need of the hour to attain ‘Aatmanirbharta‘: Rajnath Singh
2 years, 1 month ago

Manufacturing cutting-edge products need of the hour to attain ‘Aatmanirbharta‘: Rajnath Singh

Live Mint  

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh has called upon Indian & global industry leaders to support the Government’s endeavour to design, develop and manufacture cutting-edge products, using critical technologies, within the country to attain complete ‘Aatmanirbharta’ in defence, with the overall objective of achieving shared global peace and prosperity. Rajnath Singh assured industry leaders that the government is open to new ideas …

Defence industry one of key drivers of India's growth, says Defence Minister Rajnath Singh
2 years, 1 month ago

Defence industry one of key drivers of India's growth, says Defence Minister Rajnath Singh

Firstpost  

The Defence Minister has called upon Indian and global industry leaders to support the government’s endeavour to design, develop and manufacture cutting-edge products, using critical technologies within the country to attain complete ‘Aatmanirbharta’ in defence. Bengaluru: India will become 3rd largest economy in the world in the next 5 years, Defence Minister Rajnath Singh said on Monday, adding that the …

Rajnath unveils schemes to encourage defence start ups
2 years, 11 months ago

Rajnath unveils schemes to encourage defence start ups

The Hindu  

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Friday launched Innovations for Defence Excellence Prime and the sixth Defence India Start–up Challenge meant to encourage defence start–ups during DefConnect 2.0. The DISC–6 with 38 problem statements was also launched by Mr. Singh which relate to Artificial Intelligence, advanced imaging, sensor systems, big data analytics and autonomous unmanned systems and secured communication among others. …

India-U.S. strategic partnership important for global security: Rajnath
2 years, 11 months ago

India-U.S. strategic partnership important for global security: Rajnath

The Hindu  

When seen from the perspective of strategic convergence, India and the United States share a commitment to democracy, pluralism and the rule of law, Defence Minister Rajnath Singh said on Thursday, while underscoring that the India-U.S. “comprehensive global strategic partnership” is of “critical importance” for international peace, stability and prosperity. “It is our ‘whole of government’ approach to ensure availability …

Will Not Hesitate to Take More Action to Fuel Growth: RBI Guv Assures India Inc
4 years, 7 months ago

Will Not Hesitate to Take More Action to Fuel Growth: RBI Guv Assures India Inc

News 18  

RBI Governor Shaktikanta Das on Monday assured the industry that the central bank was closely monitoring the economic situation and will not hesitate to take appropriate action, as he underlined the need for stepping up investment in the infrastructure sector to reignite growth hit by the COVID-19 crisis. Reflecting on some other dynamic shifts underway in the Indian economy, Das …

India's economic slowdown is a potential threat to national security: Govt can't afford to take eye off the ball
5 years, 2 months ago

India's economic slowdown is a potential threat to national security: Govt can't afford to take eye off the ball

Firstpost  

Right from the time it was first elected in 2014, this government has been at pains to be perceived as being strong on national security and defence The creation of the post of Chief of Defence Staff towards the end of the calendar year fulfils the third of the trinity of long-standing issues of the armed forces. Right from the …

India, US strategic partnership has strengthened significantly in past two decades: Pentagon
5 years, 9 months ago

India, US strategic partnership has strengthened significantly in past two decades: Pentagon

India TV News  

Asserting that the strategic partnership between India and the US has strengthened significantly during the past two decades, the Pentagon on Friday told the Congress that both countries recognize the importance of the Indo-Pacific to global trade and commerce and share a common outlook on the region. “Both countries recognize the importance of the Indo-Pacific to global trade and commerce …

Cybersecurity is an arms race: Bret Hartman
6 years, 5 months ago

Cybersecurity is an arms race: Bret Hartman

The Hindu  

As vice-president and chief technology officer,Bret Hartmanis responsible for defining the corporate security technology strategy for Cisco, whose machines form the backbone of the Internet. Specifically in the area of machine learning, and analytics, it is increasingly really necessary.because it’s the only way to do with the scale of the amount of data that we see. Some of the things …

US calls India a 'leading global power', unveils its new National Security Strategy for Indian Ocean Region
7 years, 3 months ago

US calls India a 'leading global power', unveils its new National Security Strategy for Indian Ocean Region

Firstpost  

Describing India as a “leading global power”, the US on Monday unveiled its new National Security Strategy that said it will “deepen” America’s strategic partnership with India and support its leadership role in Indian Ocean security and throughout the broader region. Washington: Describing India as a “leading global power”, the US on Monday unveiled its new National Security Strategy that …

India-US defence partnership: Industries, not governments, can make it a success
8 years, 3 months ago

India-US defence partnership: Industries, not governments, can make it a success

Firstpost  

In a recently-held national seminar on the status of defence industry in the country, which was attended by Home Minister Rajnath Singh and Defence Minister Manohar Parrikar, some panelists did point out, cursorily though, the significance of India being granted the unique status by the United States as its ‘Major Defence Partner’ In a recently-held national seminar on the status …

Of warfare, tech and innovation
8 years, 4 months ago

Of warfare, tech and innovation

Live Mint  

The schadenfreude about the Indian IT industry peaked with the last quarterly results of the major players; a particularly dim article in the foreign media was titled “Indian Software Died Today”. Only a fool would deny that the India’s IT services industry is moving from the hormonal exuberance of adolescence to the cruising speed of adulthood but predictions of its …

Focus on defence, terror threat
9 years, 4 months ago

Focus on defence, terror threat

The Hindu  

For the first time ever, the Red Arrows aerobatics team of the British Royal Air Force will spew fumes in the tricolour of the Indian flag in a flypast on Thursday to welcome Prime Minister Narendra Modi on his visit. Besides a possible announcement for the purchase of 20 more Hawk Advanced Jet Trainer aircraft for the Indian Air Force, …

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