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India.com
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- India.com
PM Modi talks about Mission Sudarshan Chakra from Red Fort, is this ballistic missile defence system of India like Israel's Iron Dome?
New Delhi: Prime Minister Narendra Modi, in his Independence Day address from the Red Fort on Friday, 15 August 2025, unveiled 'Mission Sudarshan Chakra'. It is aimed at protecting India's critical establishments over the next decade through indigenous technological development within the coming 10 years. Under Project Kusha, Bharat Electronics Limited (BEL) is advancing efforts to develop a S400-type indigenous long-range surface-to-air missile (SAM) system. India aims to complete the prototype in 12 to 18 months, followed by user trials that could last 12 to 36 months. What did PM Modi say on the Sudarshan Chakra Mission? He said, 'In the next ten years, by 2035, I want to expand, strengthen, and modernise this national security shield. Drawing inspiration from Lord Shri Krishna, we have chosen the path of the Sudarshan Chakra. The nation will be launching the Sudarshan Chakra Mission.' The comprehensive security initiative is set to implement multiple layers of protection, combining modern surveillance, cybersecurity measures and physical safeguards, specifically designed for India's current security challenges. 'Every citizen must feel protected,' PM Modi said, adding, 'This mission will be research-based and developed entirely with indigenous technology.' What is the purpose of the Sudarshan Chakra Mission? The initiative is expected to encompass a multi-layered security framework, integrating advanced surveillance, cyber protection, and physical infrastructure safeguards tailored to India's evolving threat landscape. Drawing inspiration from the Mahabharata, PM Modi invoked the moment when Lord Krishna shielded the sun to enable Arjun to defeat Jayadrath. 'We are taking inspiration from Lord Krishna, who once barred sunlight from reaching Earth. That divine intervention changed the course of battle. Today, we must similarly shield our vital institutions from emerging threats,' he said, blending mythology with modern strategic vision. Features of the Sudarshan Chakra Mission Though specific details of Mission Sudarshan Chakra remain under wraps, sources suggest it will involve collaboration between India's premier research agencies, defence establishments, and private innovators. The mission aligns with the government's broader push for Aatmanirbhar Bharat (self-reliant India), especially in defence and critical infrastructure. The announcement comes amid heightened global concerns over cyber warfare, hybrid threats, and sabotage of strategic assets. (With agency inputs)
New Indian Express
9 minutes ago
- New Indian Express
US, Russia hail India on Independence Day amid geopolitical shifts
As India celebrated its 78th Independence Day, both the United States and Russia praised the country's growing global influence, highlighting the strategic value of their ties with New Delhi, especially significant amid shifting global dynamics and the backdrop President Donald Trump's tariffs. Secretary of State Marco Rubio, in a statement, called the US-India relationship 'consequential and far-reaching,' despite ongoing trade frictions. 'Our nations share a vision for a more peaceful and secure Indo-Pacific. This partnership spans industries, fuels innovation, drives critical technologies, and extends into space,' he said, reiterating Washington's commitment to deepening cooperation with New Delhi to meet modern global challenges. Meanwhile, Russian President Vladimir Putin, in his message to President Droupadi Murmu and Prime Minister Narendra Modi, described India as a nation with 'well-deserved authority' in world affairs. He highlighted India's active engagement on key global issues and reaffirmed Moscow's intent to further strengthen the 'special privileged strategic partnership' between the two countries. Putin expressed confidence that bilateral cooperation would continue to expand, benefiting both nations and contributing to regional and global stability. The strong messages from Washington and Moscow reflect India's pivotal diplomatic positioning in a multipolar world, one where its influence continues to grow across strategic, technological, and economic domains.
Time of India
9 minutes ago
- Time of India
My Take 5 (Edition 52) The week that was: Azerbaijan and Armenia sign peace deal; Munir uses US trip to brandish Pakistan's nuclear arsenal; and more
Welcome back to another edition of My Take 5, your weekly wrap of top international news. It's been a blockbuster week and here are the stories we are covering this week. Trump and Putin are about to meet in Alaska, Azerbaijan and Armenia sign a peace deal, a concert riot in Poland with possible geopolitical consequences, Munir's nuclear sabre-rattling, and Netanyahu's push to take over Gaza city. So let's get to it: Trump-Putin meet: The biggest global international story is certainly the Alaska summit between Trump and Putin today. Missing at the table will be Zelenskyy and European representation. Trump has described the meeting as a 'feel-out' to see if Putin is serious about a ceasefire in Ukraine. He has also threatened serious consequences if Putin refuses to end the war in Ukraine. But this isn't the first time Trump has signalled tough measures only to not follow through. So, big question marks remain over the outcome of the summit. Read full story here Facebook Twitter Linkedin Email Disclaimer Views expressed above are the author's own.
