Indian army rejects homegrown missile in blow to 'Make in India'

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Indian soldiers display Akash missiles during the full-dress rehearsal for the Republic Day parade in New Delhi on Jan. 23, 2009.

YUJI KURONUMA, Nikkei staff writer

NEW DELHI -- The Indian army reportedly plans to import missiles from abroad rather than continue buying a less-advanced locally developed system, prioritizing combat capabilities over government efforts to promote domestic manufacturing.

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