3 Things Made in India defence tech, farmers face crunch, and three 'spies' arrested
May 19, 2025
Amitabh Sinha from The Indian Express discusses India's innovative domestic defense technology utilized in Operation Sindoor, highlighting advancements like the NAVIC navigation system. Parthasarthi Biswas, also from The Indian Express, sheds light on the threefold challenges facing Maharashtra's farmers: extreme heat, unexpected rain, and labor shortages during the Rabi harvest. Additionally, the conversation touches on the recent arrests of individuals accused of leaking sensitive information to Pakistan, reflecting on the complexities of national security.
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India's Indigenous Defense Edge
- India used mostly indigenous defense technologies developed by DRDO in Operation Sindur.
- These homegrown techs gave India a decisive edge during the four-day conflict.
Precision Through NAVIC Satellite System
- India's precision strikes in Operation Sindur achieved sub-meter accuracy to avoid collateral damage.
- This high precision was enabled by NAVIC, India's own satellite navigation system.
Missile Program Boosted Lethality
- The Integrated Guided Missile Development Program improved missile lethality and accuracy.
- Spearheaded by Dr. APJ Abdul Kalam, it made missiles in Operation Sindur powerful.