Timely talks: Afghan President Hamid Karzai (C) inspects a guard of honor on arrival at Islamabad airport, Pakistan on March 10, 2010. Karzai’s two-day visit is aimed at joint action with Pakistan to fight terrorism and address regional security and development. Analysts say Karzai and his 45-member delegation will seek Pakistan’s assistance for talks with the Taliban and the transfer of senior Afghan Taliban leaders rounded up in Pakistan in the past two months. (Photo/Government of Pakistan)
ANALYSIS
By PRAKASH NANDA
New Delhi, India, March 9 — India’s profile and wealth have risen enormously in the world due to the constructive use of information technology. At the same time India ranks fifth in the world for cyber crime, including cross-border attacks, which has brought new security challenges to the country.
By DEVINDRA SETHI
New Delhi, India, March 5 — The Sixth Land and Naval Defense Systems Exhibition held in New Delhi last month showcased the country’s new equipment inducted into its army and navy. Defexpo 2010 saw over 650 companies from around the world display their products and systems for possible acquisition by India’s military.
