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In self-reliance push, PM Modi says govt aims to increase defence manufacturing

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In self-reliance push, PM Modi says govt aims to increase defence manufacturing

While addressing an event on making India self-reliant in defence sector through video conference, Prime Minister Narendra Modi said on Thursday that government aims to increase defence manufacturing in India

“For many years, India has been one of the biggest defence importers. When India got independence, it had great capability in defence manufacturing and an ecosystem of defence manufacturing established over 100 years. Unfortunately, this subject couldn’t get requisite attention,” the prime minister said at Atmanirbhar Bharat Defence Industry Outreach Webinar.

The prime minister further said that a decision has been taken to permit up to 74% FDI (foreign direct investment) in the defence manufacturing through automatic route.

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“Efforts being made to boost defence production, develop new technology and give big role to private players in defence sector,” PM Modi said.

Import embargo on certain defence equipment aimed at giving boost to Indian defence industry, the prime minister said.

“We also saw labour reforms recently; reform exercise not going to stop now,” PM Modi said at the webinar. “Our resolve for ‘Aatmanirbhar Bharat’ not inward-looking, but for making India capable and boosting global peace and economy.”

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What Is AatmaNirbhar Bharat ?

Aatma = self, nirbhar = reliance, aatma nirbhar = self reliance. Self reliance is the backbone of any country and its development. No country in today’s world is totally self-reliant as it does not produce everything that the country needs for its citizens or its industries or economic activities. And because of this most countries have to import something or the other by way of material, energy or labour. India has most foodstuffs, raw materials and labour but does not have adequate energy or crude oil that run factories and means of transport. So we have to import from the oil producing nations. What the pm meant by self-reliance is that what we do not produce adequately, we must produce enough so that we do not have any shortfalls or we can even export to other countries and earn forex and become exporters too. And what we do not have, let us look at avenues to produce these or get it from some other sources instead of depending on just a few who may dictate terms to us. Running a country is like running one’s immediate family or a business.

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Ajith Kumar says he could be ‘forced into retirement’, calls himself an ‘accidental actor

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Ajith Kumar says he could be ‘forced into retirement’, calls himself an ‘accidental actor

Earlier this week, the Tamil star received the country’s third-highest civilian honour at a grand ceremony in Delhi. Speaking with India Today after that, Ajith addressed the possibility of leaving films. “You never know! It’s not about me planning when to retire, I could be forced into retirement. I don’t want to take anything for granted. People complain about life To wake.

Up and feel alive itself is a blessing. I am not being philosophical here. I have been through surgeries and injuries. I have friends and family who are cancer survivors. We understand how valuable life is – just to be alive. I want to make use of every second of my life – want to make the most of it,” he said The 54-year-old also talked about how he stumbled into the acting.

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Business and never intended to pursue it as a career. “I never considered becoming an actor. I am an unintentional actor. I spent around six months working at an auto manufacturing firm after school. I began motorcycle racing when I was eighteen years old. The actor said, “Then, before I realized, I started doing print ads and TV commercials.” For almost twenty years, Ajith.

Cinema’s has been one of Tamil cinema’s top box office attractions. After a two-year break, he made a comeback to the big screen in 2025. Tamil superstar Ajith Kumar, known for his reserved nature and powerful screen presence, has made a rare and candid remark about his career and personal choices. In a recent interaction, the actor described himself“accidental.

Ajith, who has been a dominant force in Tamil cinema for over two decades, rarely gives interviews or engages with the media. But in a reflective moment, he shared insights into how his acting career began, his relationship with fame, and the evolving priorities in his life actor” and hinted at the possibility of being “forced into retirement”, stirring widespread.

‘I’m an Accidental Actor’

Ajith Kumar humbly stated that he never originally intended to become an actor. “I’m what you call an accidental actor,” he said. “I came into this line because life pushed me here, not because I dreamt of stardom.” Ajith began his career as a supporting actor and model before rising to fame with films like Vaali, Villain, Varalaru, and Billa discussion among fans industry.

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Hinting at Retirement

In what surprised many of his fans, Ajith hinted at the possibility of stepping away from cinema. “I could be forced into retirement,” he said, referring to the changing dynamics of the industry and his personal outlook. While he didn’t elaborate on who or “force” this decision, it was clear that Ajith is contemplating life beyond the camera travel. He is known.

The actor emphasized that he has never been driven by fame or the desire for attention. “My heart has always been elsewhere,” he said, referring to his other passions such as he’s at a crossroads. Whether he chooses to continue acting or shift focus to his other breaks that automobile racing, photography, and adventure travel. He is known to be a licensed pilot.

A Man of Many Passions

Apart from films, Ajith has been actively involved in philanthropic activities and personal projects. He often undertakes long-distance motorcycle expeditions across India and abroad. In recent years, he has expressed a desire to explore the world, both literally metaphorically, away from the spotlight of cinema He also values privacy and family time, often taking long. While no official announcement about retirement has been made, Ajith’s remarks suggest.

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