Parwinder SandhuNew Delhi, May 14 -- Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Thursday called for accelerating India's march towards self-reliance in defence manufacturing and strengthening jointness among stakeholders, asserting that national security can no longer rely on outdated approaches amid a rapidly evolving global security landscape.
Addressing the third edition of Kalam and Kavach 2026 through a virtual message in the national capital, Singh said the name of the forum itself reflected a powerful vision for the country's future security framework.
"Kalam, the Hindi name for pen, stands for ideas, reason, and the courage to think ahead. Kavach means shield, stands for strength, protection, and the capability to secure the nation. A coun...