August 30, 2025 3:15 PM
India’s push for self-reliance in defence critical for sovereignty, says Rajnath Singh
Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Saturday emphasized that self-reliance in defence is not just an option but a necessity for India's survival and progress in an era marked by terrorism, pandemics, and regional conflicts. Speaking at a Defence Conclave themed 'Warfare in the 21st Century' in New Delhi, he underscored that dependence on foreign defence supplies is no longer viable, and the government's focus on Aatmanirbhar Bharat under Prime Minister Narendra Modi's leadership is aimed at safegu...