Introduction: A Nuclear Vision for Viksit Bharat@2047  As India marches toward its ambitious goal of becoming a developed nation by 2047, energy security stands as a pivotal pillar in the vision of Viksit Bharat . Amid the global climate crisis and rising energy demands, nuclear power has re-emerged as a compelling solution. India’s commitment to achieving 100 GW of nuclear power capacity by 2047 is both visionary and necessary—but achieving this requires a strategic shift in policy, participation, and international cooperation.  While India’s nuclear energy sector has traditionally been a tightly controlled domain under government monopoly—primarily led by the Department of Atomic Energy (DAE)  and Nuclear Power Corporation of India Limited (NPCIL) —it is now imperative to welcome private sector investments and foreign partnerships. A reformed nuclear ecosystem can unlock the full potential of atomic energy as a clean, reliable, and scalable contributor to India’s net-zero  aspiration...
Philippines Eyes India's Akash Air Defence System After BrahMos Success Introduction After the successful procurement of the BrahMos supersonic cruise missile , the Philippines is now considering India's Akash Air Defence System  to enhance its air defense capabilities. This move underscores India’s growing influence in the global defense market  and the strengthening defense ties between India and the Philippines  amid regional security challenges. Why is the Philippines Interested in the Akash System? Proven Track Record The Akash missile system  is a battle-tested surface-to-air missile (SAM) system  that has been in service with the Indian Air Force (IAF) and Indian Army  for years. It has demonstrated its effectiveness against enemy aircraft, drones, and cruise missiles . Affordable and Reliable Alternative Compared to Western missile defense systems like the Patriot (USA) or S-400 (Russia) , Akash offers a cost-effective solution  without compromising on performance. Indi...