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Topic: Defence budget

To reform defence budget, Modi govt considers allotting arms purchase funds for 5 years

Amrita Nayak Dutta -
Since defence acquisitions involve a complex process lasting years, the proposal could give the armed forces some much-needed legroom.

India draws up USD 130 billion-worth modernisation plan for armed forces

PTI -
Sources say the government is looking to invest in equipment for the armed forces to boost capability in dealing with possible threats from across the border.

India must rethink strategies on national security if it wants to join ranks with US, China

Kalvakuntla Kavitha -
India lags behind in nearly every aspect of the national security equation – be it trade, aid or diplomacy.

Modi isn’t about to change India into national security state like Pakistan & bankrupt it

Shekhar Gupta -
Hope that Modi would dramatically raise defence budget were misplaced & unfair. A robust strategic posture doesn't mean Modi is a reckless militarist.

Shyam Saran on Budget’s ‘flawed Swadeshi’ angle, & Brahma Chellaney on ‘Make in India’ for weapons

Achyut Mishra -
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Sitharaman’s budget boosts investment but offers nothing to fuel demand

ThePrint Team -
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Even after Balakot air strikes, defence budget remains unchanged at Rs 3.18 lakh crore

Snehesh Alex Philip -
Army, Navy and Air Force were hoping for increased allocation as they are in the midst of a modernisation process, with several projects waiting to be kicked off.

For 5 years, Modi put national security reforms on hold. Now, he must act fast

Lt Gen H S Panag (retd) -
India is way behind China and no longer enjoys a decisive edge over Pakistan.

Is India ready for a two-front war? Our MPs don’t think so

D.K. Singh -
A Parliamentary committee has expressed concern that India’s defence expenditure at 1.56 per cent of GDP in 2017-18 — down from 2.6 per cent in 2014-15 — is at its lowest since the 1962 war with China.

The big bang in Indian defence is delayed

Anjani Trivedi -
With only 20 percent of total outlays accounting for modernization and the military arsenal nearing the end of its life, the situation seems grim.
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Opinion

Kolkata’s silencing of Javed Akhtar exposes India’s secular vacuum

Amana Begam -
Even those parties that wear the label of secular and progressive often bow to the pressures of fundamentalist groups within the Muslim community.

Vijay is winning nickname war in Tamil Nadu. He’s attacking Brand Stalin with ‘uncle’ taunt

I will keep attacking India even though my missiles reach nowhere: Pakistani General X

Economy

GST 2.0: India streamlines indirect tax regime amid Trump tariffs & what it means for consumers

Sampurna Panigrahi -
Goods and Services Tax Council paves way for a broad two-slab structure of 5% and 18% with a demerit rate of 40% for super luxury and 'sin' goods.

Defence

Dassault Aviation takes majority control of joint venture with Anil Ambani’s Reliance

Javaria Rana -
Following the transaction which is expected to be completed by November, Dassault Reliance Aerospace Ltd will become an associate company, with Reliance retaining a 49% stake.

National Interest

Punjab is fast becoming the new Northeast. And there’s a message in it for Modi

Shekhar Gupta -
In its toughest time in decades because of floods, Punjab would’ve expected PM Modi to visit. If he has the time for a Bihar tour, why not a short visit to next-door Punjab?

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