Defense Minister Rajnath Singh affirmed that India remains strong in its military capabilities and will not submit to intimidation. Ongoing talks with China are being conducted in a positive atmosphere, and Singh expressed confidence in India’s ability to maintain good relations with its neighbors. Despite allegations from Congress leader Rahul Gandhi, Singh emphasized that India has not and will not yield to external threats. He also highlighted the government’s commitment to boosting defense exports, which have surpassed Rs 21,000 crore in the last year, and the aim to produce defense items domestically.
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India Ships Fourth BrahMos Supersonic Missile Battery to Philippines Amidst South China Sea Tensions
India is sending the fourth battery of land-based BrahMos supersonic cruise missiles to the Philippines, boosting defense exports and addressing growing concerns over Chinese assertions in the South China Sea. The BrahMos missiles, with a range of 290 km, are difficult to intercept and provide a significant deterrent. This deal has contributed to India’s defense exports exceeding ₹ 21083 crores in 2023-2024, marking a 32.5% year-on-year growth.