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  'AI is going to shape future warfare, important for military to have autonomous systems: CDS Chauhan

  India | March 07, 2026 23:11 IST

  CDS Anil Chauhan said military strength was largely defined by platforms such as tanks, aircraft, ships and submarines earlier, but modern warfare now also requires data, network capability and intelligence.

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  'Humane act': Jaishankar on India sheltering IRIS Lavan as US sinks Iranian warship in fleet chaos

  India | March 07, 2026 13:57 IST

  Jaishankar, affirming UNCLOS and international law, explained, "They were coming for a fleet review but got caught on the wrong side. We approached from humanity's viewpoint. I think we did the right thing."

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  India must strengthen 'maritime consciousness': Sanjeev Sanyal at Raisina Dialogue 2026

  India | March 07, 2026 12:13 IST

  Sanjeev Sanyal pointed out that despite having a long coastline and a rich maritime past, India historically focused more on land-based narratives. According to him, Indian history and strategic thinking have traditionally centred on land conflicts and empires.