New star wars plan: US rushes to counter Chinese and Russian threats in orbit

    New star wars plan: US rushes to counter Chinese and Russian threats in orbit

    US Defense Department is looking to acquire a new generation of ground- and space-based tools that will allow it to defend its satellite network from attack and, if necessary, to disrupt or disable enemy spacecraft in orbit, Pentagon officials have said in a series of interviews, speeches and recent statements.

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    NIA chargesheets Mumbai Man in Indian Navy espionage case

    The NIA charge sheeted Amaan Salim Shaikh for activating SIM cards used by Pakistani Intelligence officers. The case was registered by the Vijayawada cell. Shaikh worked for suspected Pakistani agent Usman to further the anti-India conspiracy. Shaikh also received money from suspected Pakistani operatives through crypto channels. Khan and Alven, both Pakistani nationals, are absconding.

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    Two terrorists killed as Army foils infiltration bid in J&K

    "On specific intelligence input, a joint search operation was launched by the Indian Army, Jammu and Kashmir Police in the general area of Amrohi, Tangdhar, and Kupwara on May 15, 2024," read a post on the official X handle of the army's Chinar Corps. During the subsequent search operation, two pistols, ammunition and other war-like stores were recovered, the post added.

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    Defence industry world over facing capacity crunch, India must step up to fulfil needs: Defence Secretary

    Defence Secretary Giridhar Aramane highlighted the global demand for defence utilities amidst geopolitical conflicts, urging Indian shipbuilders to enhance capacity. He mentioned government initiatives and targets for indigenous defence manufacturing and exports, emphasizing the potential for growth and the importance of research and development.

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