AATMANIRBHARTA SELF RELIANCE
Defence ministry signs Rs 811 crore deal with BDL for 160 satellite-guided anti-airfield weapons
The Ministry of Defence signed a contract worth Rs 810.79 crore with Bharat Dynamics Limited on Wednesday. This contract involves the procurement of 160 Satellite Smart Anti Airfield Weapons for the Indian Air Force. The weapon system, designed by the Defence Research and Development Organisation, features 60% indigenous content. It will be deployed on aircraft such as the Jaguar, Hawk, and Su-30 MKI.
Rajnath Singh clears transfer of DRDO-developed missile technologies to Indian firms
Defence Minister Rajnath Singh's recent approval to transfer missile technology from DRDO to Indian businesses marks a pivotal step towards enhancing local defence manufacturing. This initiative encourages Indian companies to produce advanced missile systems that comply with regulatory norms. By strengthening domestic capabilities, the government is not only fostering self-reliance but also enriching the country's defence sector and enhancing production efficiency.
Defence Minister Rajnath Singh lays foundation for 5 expansion projects of GRSE, Yantra India
During a virtual event, Defence Minister Rajnath Singh inaugurated five noteworthy expansion projects, collectively valued at nearly Rs 3,500 crore, aimed at fostering industrial advancement in West Bengal. The initiative will see Garden Reach Shipbuilders and Engineers scale up their operations, alongside the introduction of two additional facilities for Yantra India Ltd. These projects are expected to deliver significant employment opportunities and bolster support for supporting industries throughout the region.
PM Modi's Independence Day address: BJP hails 'Viksit Bharat' roadmap, Amit Shah outlines 'Saptadhara'
The BJP praised PM Modi’s Independence Day address as a comprehensive roadmap for ‘Viksit Bharat 2047’, focusing on self-reliance, youth empowerment, technology, defence, manufacturing and energy security. Senior leaders highlighted his ‘Saptadhara’ vision, AI training for youth, expansion of nuclear power and semiconductors, and the government’s efforts to combat drugs and Naxalism.
India's young deserve citizens' rights, not baby talk
India's government treats adult citizens like children, despite embracing individualism. This paternalistic approach fosters dependency and drowns out self-reliance rhetoric. Younger generations now reject this outdated coddling and express their dissatisfaction. The state must acknowledge this shift and adapt its policies accordingly. Ignoring the youth's growing discontent carries significant future risks.
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PM Modi interacts with govt secretaries; discusses reforms for ease of doing business, ease of living
Prime Minister Narendra Modi met with government secretaries to discuss accelerating deregulation and reforms for improved 'ease of doing business' and 'ease of living'. The focus was also on promoting self-reliance ('Aatmanirbharta') and achieving India's developed nation status by 2047. Modi emphasized integrated planning and a whole-of-government approach, urging secretaries to ensure tangible benefits for citizens through effective governance and service delivery.
Indian Navy targets 200 plus ships by 2035: Chief of Naval Staff Dinesh K Tripathi
Speaking after commissioning the INS Anjadip at the Chennai Port, Chief of the Naval Staff Admiral Dinesh K Tripathi said the Navy's long term vision is to achieve complete self-reliance in ship-building at component level and evolve into a fully Aatmanirbhar force by 2047.
Indian Navy adding one new indigenous warship or submarine every 40 days: Admiral Dinesh K Tripathi
In a remarkable leap towards maritime strength, the Indian Navy is on a trajectory to enhance its fleet with a new indigenous warship or submarine every 40 days. By 2035, the goal is to operate over 200 vessels, and by 2047, to achieve complete self-reliance at the component level.
Government seeks self-sufficiency in pulses, aims to increase cultivation area to 31 million hectares by 2030-31: Shivraj Singh Chouhan
The initiative, part of the Mission for Aatmanirbharta in Pulses, seeks to enhance domestic production and reduce reliance on imports, with a focus on high-yielding varieties and farmer prosperity.
Indian Navy to induct indigenous 'Androth', to bolster shallow water anti-submarine defence
The Indian Navy is set to induct 'Androth', its second Anti-Submarine Warfare Shallow Water Craft, at Visakhapatnam's Naval Dockyard on Monday. Built with over 80 per cent indigenous content, this vessel will significantly enhance the Navy's anti-submarine capabilities in shallow coastal zones. Its commissioning marks a key milestone in India's defence indigenisation efforts.
Put actions where ambitions are
Reforms are essential, but are blocked by states that favour status quo and want to stymie the rise of new and competing global players. India needs to get proactive. Or, as Mohandas Gandhi said, be the change you wish to see.
India must rethink self-reliance strategy amid global shifts
As global powers, especially the US, turn inward with protectionist policies, India finds itself under greater tariff pressure—facing a higher average US tariff than even China. While self-reliance has long shaped India’s economic thinking, the current scenario demands a more strategic and selective approach rather than broad-based aatmanirbharta.
Panel set up for comprehensive review of Defence Acquisition Procedure 2020: Defence ministry
A panel, led by the Director General (Acquisition), has been formed to comprehensively review the Defence Acquisition Procedure (DAP) 2020. This review aims to align the DAP with current government policies, promote 'Aatmanirbharta' and 'Make in India' initiatives, and streamline acquisition processes to meet the operational needs of the armed forces. Stakeholders are invited to submit suggestions by July 5.
Indian Army's Trishakti Corps conducts month-long live firing exercise with T-90 Tanks
The Indian Army's Trishakti Corps completed a live-firing exercise featuring T-90 tanks. The month-long exercise improved combat readiness and validated armored warfare strategies in high-altitude scenarios. It also integrated advanced technologies, including drones, and stressed self-reliance by using indigenous defense systems. This enhances the Indian Army's multi-domain warfare capabilities and regional security.
MoD signs contract worth Rs.1,752 cr with AWEIL for supply of remote control guns
The Ministry of Defence has signed a contract with Advanced Weapon Equipment India Ltd. (AWEIL) for 463 12.7 mm Stabilised Remote Control Guns (SRCG) for the Indian Navy and Coast Guard, valued at Rs. 1752.13 crores. This move aims to enhance maritime security by enabling precise targeting of small threats. With over 85% Indigenous Content, the contract promotes self-reliance in defence and is expected to benefit over 125 Indian vendors and DPSUs.
Navy to showcase rising combat prowess, 'Atmanirbharta', Nari-Shakti at R-Day parade
The naval tableau at the parade at Kartavya Path on January 26 will also showcase the Navy's "unwavering" commitment to 'Nari Shakti' with an overarching focus on women in all roles and across all ranks, officials said on Wednesday.
INS Imphal: PM Modi says 'proud moment for India'. Key facts about Navy's new warship
INS Imphal: A notable feature of Indian Navy's newly commissioned warship is its remarkable level of indigenization, reaching an impressive 75%. This underscores the endeavors of Prime Minister Narendra Modi's administration in advancing the goal of 'Aatmanirbhar Bharat' or a self-reliant India. Prior to its commissioning, INS Imphal had successfully conducted the first-ever test-firing of an extended-range BrahMos missile.
Aatmanirbhar Bharat different from Nehru's model: SJM chief Ashwani Mahajan
In the midst of the ongoing debate surrounding restrictions on laptop imports, a new book edited by Ashwani Mahajan, the head of the Swadeshi Jagran Manch—an affiliate of the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS), argues that the Modi government's 'aatmanirbharta' (self-reliance) approach represents a significant departure from the Nehruvian approach that was seen to impede economic growth.
India's leap towards self-reliance: Defence Minister unveils new cutting-edge innovations at 'Swavlamban 2.0
India's Defence Minister, Rajnath Singh, announced a series of measures to enhance self-reliance in the defense sector at the 'Swavlamban 2.0' event. The fifth Positive Indigenisation List, comprising 98 critical items, was unveiled, focusing on import substitution and domestic development. Additionally, challenges were launched to foster innovation, and a dual-chip debit card called the 'SBI NAVeCash Card' was introduced.
Indian Navy moves mega deal to buy second indigenous aircraft carrier
The Defence Ministry would be shortly discussing the proposal moved by the Indian Navy as one of the biggest programmes under Prime Minister Narendra Modi's Aatmanirbharta (self reliance) programme in defence sector, they said. The programme will create several thousand direct and manifold indirect jobs through the Cochin Shipyard Limited in Kerala when the work on the IAC-2 is approved by the government.
India's defence industry is fulfilling security needs of friendly countries: Rajnath Singh
Terming "demand assurance" as one of the most important aspects to ensure self-reliance, Defence Minister Rajnath Singh stated that a number of decisions have been taken to achieve the objective. These include constant increase in defence budget, including capital outlay; earmarking of record 75 per cent of defence capital procurement budget for domestic industry in financial year 2023-24 and issuance of positive indigenisation lists.
Indian Navy successfully test-fires BrahMos missile
"The Indian Navy carried out a successful precision strike in the Arabian Sea by ship launched BrahMos missile with DRDO-designed indigenous seeker and booster, reinforcing our commitment towards Aatmanirbharta (self-reliance) in defence," said a senior military official.
India self-reliant in textiles, food products, iron & steel
In a move to measure India's self-reliance, industry body CII and accountancy firm PwC have developed an 'AatmaNirbhar Index', which is expressed as the ratio of the country's total exports and its imports.
Modi govt leaving no stone unturned to realise dream of a New India: Rajnath Singh
Underlining the steps taken by the defence ministry to achieve 'Aatmanirbharta' (self-reliance) in defence, Singh said, "The issuance of three positive indigenisation lists of 310 items as well as encouraging the private sector to become a part of the nation's growth story is testament to the government's unwavering commitment to provide the armed forces with indigenously developed state-of-the-art weapons and platforms, and equip them to deal with all future challenges."
Modi govt has been quietly following the idea of Aatmanirbharta for the past seven years
While the tagline — Aatmanirbharta — is new, the Centre has been quietly following the idea inherent in it since the first Modi government came to power in 2014. Sample this: the customs duties of 4,200 out of 11,524 tariff lines have been enhanced during the past seven years. Of these, 111 — including in textiles, furniture, machinery, base metals, electronics, auto-parts and mobile phones — were increased in the 2019-20 Budget
No democracy can guarantee investors that there will be zero protest: Rajiv Kumar
NITI Aayog Vice-Chairman Rajiv Kumar says domestic and global investors do realise that protests and disruptions are part and parcel of our democracy, adding that they believe in the India story.
Oxford Languages picks 'Aatmanirbharta' as the Hindi word of 2020
There was a massive increase in the usage of 'aatmanirbharta' following the PM's address.
Budget has vision of 'self-reliance'; Villages and farmers at its heart: PM Modi
"This Budget has a special focus on strengthening the agriculture sector and boosting farmers' income. Villages and farmers are at its heart," Modi said.
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