NDTV Defence Summit, 2024 - Unleashing India's Defence Potential
NDTV Defence Summit, 2024 - Unleashing India's Defence Potential

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India, China Defence Ministers To Meet, 1st High-Level Talks Post Disengagement

India, China Defence Ministers To Meet, 1st High-Level Talks Post Disengagement

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh will meet Chinese counterpart Dong Jun - the first ministerial-level meeting since the two militaries disengaged in eastern Ladakh last month and India resumed patrolling in Depsang last week.

China, Belarus Hold Army Drills Near NATO Border Amid Rising Tensions

China, Belarus Hold Army Drills Near NATO Border Amid Rising Tensions

China is staging army drills with Belarus this week at NATO's eastern border, in a sign of escalating tensions between Beijing and the US-led defence alliance.

G7 Summit: PM Modi, French President Agree To Deepen Defence Cooperation

G7 Summit: PM Modi, French President Agree To Deepen Defence Cooperation

The summit is taking place at the luxurious Borgo Egnazia resort in Italy's Apulia region from June 13-15.

PM Modi, French President Macron Discuss Ways To Strengthen Strategic Ties

PM Modi, French President Macron Discuss Ways To Strengthen Strategic Ties

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday said he had an excellent meeting with French President Emmanuel Macron, their fourth meeting in one year, and discussed ways to further strengthen the strategic partnership in defence, nuclear and space.

First US-Japan-Philippines Summit To Boost Defence Ties, China Reacts

First US-Japan-Philippines Summit To Boost Defence Ties, China Reacts

The leaders of Japan and the Philippines head to Washington this week for a first trilateral summit aimed at boosting defence ties, hot on the heels of four-way military drills in the South China Sea that riled Beijing.

Army Chief's Rundown Of AI Plan To Improve Troops' Mobility, Protection

Army Chief's Rundown Of AI Plan To Improve Troops' Mobility, Protection

The Indian Army is in the process of preparing an Artificial Intelligence roadmap in consultation with subject matter experts in a step towards improving its "mobility and protection", Army Chief General Manoj Pande said at NDTV Defence Summit.

Explained: How Emergence Of 'Disruptive Technology' Is Transforming Modern Wars

Explained: How Emergence Of 'Disruptive Technology' Is Transforming Modern Wars

The emergence of disruptive technology is transforming modern wars and blunting the conventional combat ratio which was a metric to determine the military strength and superiority between states, Army chief General Manoj Pande said.

'Suggest Ideas': Rajnath Singh To Indian Private Firms In Defence Sector

"Suggest Ideas": Rajnath Singh To Indian Private Firms In Defence Sector

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh has asked industry leaders in private defence manufacturing and related services to give ideas for ensuring strong growth of the sector.

'Always Innovation Over Imitation': Rajnath Singh's Defence Sector Mantra

"Always Innovation Over Imitation": Rajnath Singh's Defence Sector Mantra

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh emphasised the role of innovation in creating military technology and hardware, arguing that while imitation might be quicker and cheaper, a reliance on copying also meant developing nations would always be behind.

About The Summit

NDTV Defence Summit 2024 is a premier event bringing together thought leaders, policymakers, and industry experts to discuss, collaborate, and strategise on the pressing issues facing our world today. This year's summit, the first of an annual series, focuses on the theme of ‘Unleashing India’s Defence Potential’ recognising the dynamic challenges and opportunities that define our global security landscape.

As we navigate through a rapidly evolving geopolitical environment, it is crucial to exchange ideas and best practices to ensure the safety and security of nations and communities worldwide. The NDTV Defence Conclave serves as a platform for thought leaders, policymakers, and industry experts to engage in insightful discussions, share innovative solutions, and forge meaningful partnerships.

Throughout the conclave, participants will have the opportunity to explore a wide range of topics, including cybersecurity, modern warfare, strategic alliances, and emerging technologies. By fostering collaboration and knowledge-sharing, we aim to advance the collective understanding of defence and security challenges and drive actionable outcomes that benefit society as a whole.

Defence Summit At A Glance

Agenda

11:05 AM

Fireside Chat: Hon’ble Minister and Sanjay Pugalia, Editor-in-Chief, NDTV Network

Rajnath Singh Hon’ble Defence Minister of India

03:00 PM

Keynote Address

Gen Manoj PandeChief Of The Army Staff

  • 10:00 AM

    Registrations

  • 10:30 AM

    NDTV Anchors introduce the Summit

  • 10:50 AM

    Lamp lighting by

    Minister of Defence, Rajnath Singh

Keynote Address: 10:35 AM

Ashish RajvanshiCEO, Defence & Aerospace, Adani Group

Session One | 11:30 AMDefence 2030 – Unleashing Opportunities
  • Air Marshal Ashutosh DixitDeputy Chief Of The Air Staff

  • Samir V KamatChairperson, DRDO

  • Ashish RajvanshiCEO, Defence & Aerospace, Adani Group

  • Arun RamchandaniHead of Defence, Larsen & Toubro

Session Two | 12:15 PMPublic-Private Partnership: Transformative Potential
  • Air Chief Marshal R K S Bhadauria (Retd.)Former Chief Of The Air Staff, Advisor to UP Govt on Defence Industrial Corridor

  • Air Vice Marshal N B Singh (Retd.)Principal Advisor, Bharat Forge Defence and Aerospace

  • Mr E P JayadevaDirector (Operations), HAL

Session Three | 01:05 PM International Defence Firms in India: Partners in Aatmanirbharta
  • Air Vice Marshal Michael Fernandez (Retd.)India Head, Lockheed Martin

  • Mats PalmbergCountry Head, Saab India

  • Alain GarciaVice President, India Business Development, Boeing Defence, Space & Security and Global Services

  • Ashok WadhawanJoint President and Head, Land Systems, Adani Defence & Aerospace

  • Alexander SlaterManaging Director, US-India Business Council

Keynote Address: 03:00 PM

Gen Manoj PandeChief Of The Army Staff

    Meet NDTV Anchors

    Meet NDTV Anchors

    Sanjay Pugalia, Editor-in-Chief, NDTV

    Meet NDTV Anchors

    Vishnu Som, Group Executive Editor (International, Defence)

    Meet NDTV Anchors

    Vasudha Venugopal, Political Editor, NDTV

    Meet NDTV Anchors

    Marya Shakil, Editor – National Affairs

    Meet NDTV Anchors

    Tanima Biswas, News Editor, NDTV