अवलोकन
The HQ IDS organised the second Niche Technology Nexus (NTN) seminar on 16 March 2026 in New Delhi. The theme was Cognitive Spectrum Operations and Quantum Technologies. Participants included senior defence officials, researchers, industry leaders and start‑ups.
मुख्य विकास
- Air Marshal Ashutosh Dixit, CISC, highlighted the need for efficient spectrum utilisation and adaptive communication networks.
- Emphasis on the role of AI in enabling dynamic spectrum access and enhancing electronic warfare capabilities.
- Discussion on quantum‑enabled secure communications, quantum sensing, navigation and timing systems as future force multipliers.
- Call for stronger collaboration among defence forces, academia, industry and start‑ups to accelerate indigenous solutions in these niche domains.
महत्वपूर्ण तथ्य
The seminar underscored three strategic imperatives:
- Develop a electromagnetic spectrum management framework powered by AI to achieve real‑time awareness.
- Invest in research and prototyping of quantum communication links to ensure secure, jam‑proof data exchange.
- Build resilient, intelligent commun