New Delhi, Oct. 6 -- India's defence sector is once again in limelight, specially after increased tensions with Turkey. The government's strategic shift highlights the pressing importance of advancing defence technology indigenisation, while at the same time strengthening partnerships with Turkey's adversaries.

"The recent joint naval exercises with Greece and Cyprus highlight New Delhi's intent to counter Ankara's growing involvement in South Asia and its deepening military cooperation with Islamabad and Azerbaijan. At the same time, India is enhancing defence ties with Israel, a long-standing strategic partner, thereby cementing a multi-pronged strategy aimed at building deterrence against hostile regional alliances.

The sector is und...