India Steps Up Defence Modernisation With Homegrown Weapons Tests
India Steps Up Defence Modernisation With Homegrown Weapons Tests | Vantage with Palki Sharma
India is accelerating its defence modernisation with a string of indigenous weapons tests and fresh international partnerships. This week, India successfully tested the upgraded Akash Prime air defence system and nuclear-capable Prithvi-II and Agni-I ballistic missiles. New Delhi is also pursuing advanced projects, including joint production of jet engines with France's Safran for its fifth-generation AMCA fighter, and negotiating with Russia to manufacture Kalashnikov rifles domestically and for export. These moves signal a shift towards greater self-reliance and preparedness after recent conflicts with Pakistan and rising regional tensions. India's focus is clear: Make in India, and defend itself independently.
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