Is ‘Make in India’ practical for India’s Defence Establishment?

Is ‘Make in India’ practical for India’s Defence Establishment?

The recent media reports about the state of the Indian defense system, ask whether the new policies of “Atmanirbhar Bharat” for the Defence Ministry are realistic. A media report by Bloomberg argues that the government’s ‘Make in India’ push might put the country’s defense system in trouble. It says that the thrust to boost Indian […]

Why China moves closer to Pakistan …

Why China moves closer to Pakistan …

An escalation in tensions between India and Pakistan is likely to increase Chinese support for Pakistan and add impetus to India’s strategic partnership with the United States. This will further polarise the subcontinent geopolitically and increase the nuclear threat in South Asia, says an article in South China Morning Post. China is now expected to […]

Modi lends Vietnam $500 million, will China see Red?

Modi lends Vietnam $500 million, will China see Red?

India said on Saturday (Sept 3) it is lending Vietnam some  US$500 million (Indian Rs 38,500 million) to boost defence ties. The latest security deal between the two nations seeks to counter Beijing’s muscle-flexing in the South China Sea, say observers. Prime Minister Narendra Modi made the announcement during a visit to Hanoi, which has […]

India to beef up Air Defence with French fighter jets

India to beef up Air Defence with French fighter jets

India under Prime Minister Modi is no longer shy of doing Arms deals! All eyes in South Asia are on India as it inches closer to securing a deal for 36 Dassault Rafale elite stealth fighter jets with France. This exchange is expected to be worth $8.3 billion according to defense industry analysts. The final […]