S Samuel C Rajiv

Research Fellow, MP-IDSA;
PhD (JNU)

[President of India @rashtrapatibhvn]

The nation is proud of Captain Smit Machchhar. His heroic courage and incredible presence of mind have deeply touched us all.

Even after being seriously injured in a moment of grave peril, he remained determined to protect the lives of others. His bravery and quick response helped prevent a major tragedy and saved many precious lives.

I salute his indomitable spirit. I pray for his speedy recovery and good health.

[Dr. S. Jaishankar @DrSJaishankar]

Captain Smit Machchhar’s extraordinary courage and remarkable presence of mind, even in the face of grave danger, saved hundreds of lives yesterday and averted a major tragedy.

Join the countless voices from across the world in saluting his valour and praying for his speedy recovery.

[Benjamin Netanyahu - בנימין נתניהו @netanyahu]

My salute to the Indian pilot Captain Smit Machchhar for his extraordinary bravery.

Despite being stabbed and seriously injured, he fought back, resisted, opened the cockpit door, and enabled passengers and crew to overpower the attacker — preventing a catastrophic mid-air disaster.

He saved the lives of 174 people, including Israeli citizens and other nationals.

I wish Captain Machchhar a speedy and full recovery.

He is a true hero.

[Maheshwer Peri @maheshperi]

Before we get into making a safe examination system, @NandanNilekani must examine the need for any entrance exam. Most exams are territorial power centres and business opportunities.

Take for example CUET. It is the most unnecessary examination Imposed on the hapless Delhi students that made the CBSE scores useless and killed school education. This was done to neutralise the AAP investment in government schools a waste. These kids cannot afford private coaching and a state topper is also denied a seat.

Similarly, NEET is useless for those who want to join a private medical college. The price differential (5 lacs and 1.5 crores) is so huge that at rank 30,000 all government colleges close their admission while even at rank 13 lac, private colleges are unable to fill seats. Private colleges are reserved for the rich 1% of India. If you indeed fighting against reservation and for meritocracy, shouldn’t you include this?

The TET, even JEE advanced, UGC NET etc can be modified to make it a test for those who don’t cross a certain level of education.

We must reduce the entrance exams. We must reduce the number of students who should take the exam. Increase the eligibility. For Ex: Make 80% in boards a qualification to get into all India institutions like AIIIMS, IITs etc. Make school education mandatory. Punish those in dummy schools. Hedge. De-risk. Spread.

Make sure that a 3 hour exam doesn’t become the life altering exam. It will reduce stress. Reduce suicides. The business of entrance exams has to be reformed before we reform the conduct of such exams.

[Manohar Parrikar IDSA, New Delhi @IDSAIndia]

DG @SujanChinoy, Chairman of the @IDSAIndia Study Team on the Evaluation of Modernisation Plan-IV for the Central Armed Police Forces (CAPFs) handed over on 22 July the Study Report to Shri R. Prasanna, Joint Secretary, #Police Modernisation Division, Ministery of Home Affairs (MHA). The occasion provided an opportunity for a detailed discussion on key issues relating to #CAPF modernisation. #NSG #AssamRifles #CRPF #BSF #ITBP #SSB #CISF

[Rajnath Singh @rajnathsingh]

The @DRDO_India has successfully conducted the maiden flight test of Long-Range Surface-to-Air Missile Kusha today from the APJ Abdul Kalam Island off the coast of Odisha.

Kusha missile system is capable of neutralising wide variety of aerial threats including fighter jets, missiles, UAVs and large enemy aircrafts within a wide range and altitude envelope.

Today’s successful test flight of Kusha marks an important milestone in Indian defence R&D. The capability in developing long range surface-to-air missile system is possessed only by a handful of nations. This will also eliminate the import dependency for such systems and signifies a giant leap in air defence capability of the nation. I congratulate DRDO and other stakeholders for this achievement.

[Manohar Parrikar IDSA, New Delhi @IDSAIndia]

Israel’s Rising Defence Exports Amidst Regional Conflicts
By: @SamRajiv
Israel’s surging defence exports in the midst of multiple conflicts reinforce its position as a leading defence-technology power.

https://t.co/DZ2R3HOWpM

[Manohar Parrikar IDSA, New Delhi @IDSAIndia]

Dr. @abhijoining Research Analyst spoke on “Turkish Defence Exports: An Assessment” at the Monday Morning Meeting held at MP-IDSA. Dr. @SamRajiv Research Fellow chaired the meeting. DG @SujanChinoy and @IDSAIndia scholars participated in the lively discussion and Q&A session.

[Manohar Parrikar IDSA, New Delhi @IDSAIndia]

The Defence Economics and Industry Centre held its weekly meeting on 3 July 2026, reviewing recent developments and engaging in discussions on key issues shaping the defence economics and industry landscape.

[Sujan Chinoy @SujanChinoy]

My assessment of the just concluded 16th #India #Japan Bilateral Summit - successful visit of PM @takaichi_sanae to India - the many significant outcomes of the visit will shape the #IndoPacific defence, security and economic architecture in years to come: https://t.co/E6JUATEAKi

[Hormazd Sorabjee @hormazdsorabjee]

The best-selling cars in June 2026. Tata Motors has truly ‘punched’ it out of the park!

[Manohar Parrikar IDSA, New Delhi @IDSAIndia]

MP-IDSA hosted students from the Central University of Kerala @cukeralatweet for an engaging interaction with DG @IDSAIndia @SujanChinoy on defence, security and India’s strategic outlook. #YuvaShakti #VoiceOfYouth #ViksitBharat2047

[Manohar Parrikar IDSA, New Delhi @IDSAIndia]

DG @SujanChinoy and the @IDSAIndia team visited #Bumla Pass (15,200 ft above sea level) on the border with China. The delegation gained first-hand insights regarding border infrastructure and management at one of the most prominent tourism destinations in the beautiful Indian state of #ArunachalPradesh

[Kirti Vardhan Singh @KVSinghMPGonda]

Addressed the Africa Day 2026 commemorative conference at the Manohar Parrikar Institute for Defence Studies and Analyses.
Highlighted the deep-rooted India-Africa partnership anchored in shared history, development, innovation, security and inclusive growth.

Emphasised India’s commitment to Africa through capacity building, digital public infrastructure cooperation, sustainable development and global governance reforms.
Also looked forward to the 4th India-Africa Forum Summit under the theme “IA SPIRIT – India-Africa Strategic Partnership for Innovation, Resilience and Inclusive Transformation.”
@IDSAIndia @SujanChinoy

#IndiaAfricaForumSummit #IAFS2026
#IndiaAfrica #IASpirit
#IndiaAfricaPartnership #IAFSIV

[Sujan Chinoy @SujanChinoy]

My #podcast with #PrakharGupta is out! The Prakhar Gupta Xperience (PGX) is a v popular podcast that breaks down complex issues into simple everyday conversations. #China #USA #IranWar‌ #Russia #Ukraine #India @PMOIndia @HMOIndia @DefenceMinIndia Link:
https://t.co/UjA4UYa5E2

[Manohar Parrikar IDSA, New Delhi @IDSAIndia]

.@SamRajiv Research Fellow, spoke on "India-EU Security and Defence Partnership: Defence Industrial Collaboration and Exports" at the Monday Morning Meeting chaired by @rajneeshsingh67 . @IDSAIndia scholars participated in the lively discussion.

[Sujan Chinoy @SujanChinoy]

My article on the history & role of MP-IDSA titled "IDSA:Thinking Ahead For MOD" published in "India Strategic" a prominent monthly magazine & digital publication focused on defence, strategic affairs,foreign policy & aerospace in India. Link:
https://t.co/5wJP4meF8T @IDSAIndia

[Manohar Parrikar IDSA, New Delhi @IDSAIndia]

US Weapons Sales to West Asia amidst the Iran War
By: @SamRajiv
The challenge for the US defence industrial base will be to meet the increased demands of allies in conflict zones for critical high-end defence equipment.

https://t.co/giZ6Sv8GK1

[Manohar Parrikar IDSA, New Delhi @IDSAIndia]

MP-IDSA Defence Newsletter
CURRENT ISSUE | FEB 2026

https://t.co/t0nGSTjMXd

[Manohar Parrikar IDSA, New Delhi @IDSAIndia]

India–France Defence Cooperation: BEL-Safran JV for HAMMER Smart Munitions
By: @SamRajiv
The BEL-Safran JV for the production of HAMMER Smart Precision Guided Air-to-Ground munitions will strengthen the operational readiness of the Indian armed forces.

https://t.co/w7V6h0Q2iV