Shayesta Nishat Ahmed, PhD

Research Analyst @IDSAIndia, PhD @JNU_official_50 | Prev @CAPS_INDIA, @nmfindia, @ICWA_NewDelhi| Defence Economics n Industry, Maritime Security

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[Manohar Parrikar IDSA, New Delhi @IDSAIndia]

.@IDSAIndia conducted a round table on the theme 'Stimulating India’s Defence Exports in the Next Decade'. The first session witnessed participation from government stakeholders, DPSU's and Indian Industry. DG @SujanChinoy chaired the sessions.

[Manohar Parrikar IDSA, New Delhi @IDSAIndia]

MP-IDSA Defence Newsletter
CURRENT ISSUE | JUNE 2026

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[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.

[Manohar Parrikar IDSA, New Delhi @IDSAIndia]

The Changing Landscape of India–Germany Defence Cooperation
By: Shayesta Nishat Ahmed
The India–Germany defence partnership is increasingly focusing on co-development, co-production, technology transfer and supply-chain resilience.

https://t.co/HFphHHs9cC

[Manohar Parrikar IDSA, New Delhi @IDSAIndia]

DG @SujanChinoy accompanied by @IDSAIndia team received a briefing at 26 Sector #AssamRifles on the management of the #India #Myanmar border in #Manipur #NorthEast. #BorderManagement

[Manohar Parrikar IDSA, New Delhi @IDSAIndia]

On the occasion of #InternationalYogaDay DG @SujanChinoy led the @IDSAIndia fraternity in observing the 12th International Day of #Yoga . Scholars and staff members participated in the event with enthusiasm, reaffirming the enduring role of yoga in promoting physical well-being, mental resilience and holistic health, in keeping with the #IDY2026 theme- “Yoga for Healthy Ageing". It may be recalled that in September 2014 Prime Minister @narendramodi personally proposed the idea in his maiden address at the 69th session of the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA). Less than three months later, in Dec 2014, the UNGA officially adopted Resolution 69/131 with a record-breaking 177 co-sponsoring nations, designating June 21 as the International Day of Yoga. The inaugural International Day of Yoga was launched globally on 21 June 2015 through a massive event led by PM @narendramodi at Kartavya Path in New Delhi. It has since become India's gift to humankind- a true global patrimony.
#YogaForHealthyAgeing #YogaDay

[Manohar Parrikar IDSA, New Delhi @IDSAIndia]

DG MP-IDSA @SujanChinoy inaugurated the First Round Table (RT-1) on “Propulsion Systems: Atmanirbharta and Co-development” as part of third Delhi Defence Dialogue 2026 ( #DDD2026 ) preparations. The first session deliberated on the “Indigenous development of land, air, space and naval Propulsion Systems”. The Stakeholders from MoD, @DRDO_India , DPSUs, industry, academia, start ups, MSMEs etc. participated in the deliberations.

[Manohar Parrikar IDSA, New Delhi @IDSAIndia]

MP-IDSA Defence Newsletter
CURRENT ISSUE | MAY 2026

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[Manohar Parrikar IDSA, New Delhi @IDSAIndia]

.@Indianpugwash and @IDSAIndia jointly organised a conference on 'Global Nuclear Order, Disarmament & Emerging Challenge: An Assessment'. DG @SujanChinoy chaired the inaugural session, spoke about contemporary nuclear order & its pressing challenges.

[Manohar Parrikar IDSA, New Delhi @IDSAIndia]

DG @SujanChinoy asserted that the African Union's inclusion as a full #G20 member reflected India's consistent advocacy that aspirations of the #GlobalSouth cannot be addressed without a more inclusive global order & Africa's rightful presence in global governance. #IndiaAfrica

[Manohar Parrikar IDSA, New Delhi @IDSAIndia]

In his Welcome Address, DG @SujanChinoy highlighted #AfricaDay as not only a celebration of history, but also an occasion to reflect Africa’s aspirations and enduring partnerships that will help realise them. #AfricaDay2026

[Manohar Parrikar IDSA, New Delhi @IDSAIndia]

The #AfricaDay2026 Conference @IDSAIndia was inaugurated by Hon'ble Minister of State of External Affairs Shri @KVSinghMPGonda .
#IndiaAfrica

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India Tests Agni-5 with MIRV Capability
By: Ajey Lele
The successful test of the Agni-5 with MIRV capability serves as a clear signal of India’s credible nuclear deterrence posture.

https://t.co/YrKf6ntJrW

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MP-IDSA Defence Newsletter
CURRENT ISSUE | APRIL 2026

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[Sujan Chinoy @SujanChinoy]

My piece @firstpost "From Ukraine to Iran: The closing channels of strategic communication in an uncertain world" on importance of strategic communication, which is drying up, ironically, when means are proliferating. https://t.co/78qS53jELZ @PMOIndia @DefenceMinIndia @MEAIndia

[Manohar Parrikar IDSA, New Delhi @IDSAIndia]

Dr. Ranjit Kumar Dhawan, Associate Fellow, Manohar Parrikar IDSA, spoke on “India – South Korea Cooperation in Arms Production & Shipbuilding" at the Monday Morning Meeting. Dr. @shayesN chaired the session. @IDSAIndia scholars participated in the lively discussion & Q&A session.

[ThePrintIndia @ThePrintIndia]

'Strait of Hormuz is Iran’s trump card. Why has US superiority not secured the seas?'

Shayesta Nishat Ahmed, research analyst, and R. Vignesh, associate fellow, Manohar Parrikar Institute for Defence Studies and Analyses, write

https://t.co/z7upktcYLL

[Sujan Chinoy @SujanChinoy]

My review of the book " #India -
#Pakistan Relations: A Saga of Unending Disputes" by former Indian High Commissioner to Pakistan (& fmr Dy NSA/Chairman Joint Intelligence Committee) Amb. Satish Chandra, published by @vifindia (Pentagon Press) in Hindustan Times today @htTweets

[Manohar Parrikar IDSA, New Delhi @IDSAIndia]

Maritime Dimensions of the West Asia War
By: Shayesta Nishat Ahmed & @RVignesh90
The maritime theatre is increasingly shaping the strategic outcome of the US–Israel–Iran war.

https://t.co/2ecHm3blef

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MP-IDSA Defence Newsletter
CURRENT ISSUE | FEB 2026

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