Loitering munitions delivered, forces to aim for indigenous long-range drones

The Pentagon refuted security threats from recent drone sightings in New Jersey, stating there is no risk to national security or public safety as the drones are not DOD assets but are commercial or recreational. Pentagon Press Secretary Major General, Pat Ryder, clarified that the drones are likely used for non-malicious purposes, such as in architecture, engineering, farming, or law enforcement, with over a million drones registered in the US and 8,500 in flight daily....

Day 5 of the third Test between India and Australia at The Gabba in Brisbane saw India being bowled out for 260 runs in their first innings, with Akash Deep and Jasprit Bumrah putting up a defiant 47-run stand for the last wicket. A funny moment occurred when Akash Deep got the ball stuck in his pads, leading to a brief confusion with Travis Head, who eventually stumped Akash Deep in the next over as...

The CAG report for the year ending March 2021 highlighted "persistent delays" in finalizing Court of Inquiry proceedings in the Army, with only 46 and 25 cases meeting stipulated timelines out of 95 cases involving financial loss in three commands. The report presented in Parliament also audited various departments within the Ministry of Defence, including the Remount and Veterinary Corps, noting deficiencies in capability development and modernization aspects during the 13th Army Plan period. Full...

Andhra Pradesh Agriculture Minister K. Atchannaidu is taking steps to fill vacant posts in the Animal Husbandry Department and ensure electricity subsidies for aquaculture farmers. He has instructed officials to distribute fish seeds, hold elections for fisheries cooperative societies, release funds for fuel subsidies, develop marine fuel, set up artificial reefs, and promote Embryo Transfer Technology for livestock breeding. Efforts are being made to provide vaccinations and deworming medicines for all cattle, sheep, and goats...

Israeli airstrikes killed multiple extended families in homes in northern Gaza, with at least 10 confirmed dead in Daraj and 15 believed to be dead or missing in Beit Lahiya. Tanks in the south pushed towards a humanitarian zone, prompting displaced families to flee once again. Israel claims to target militants, while Palestinians accuse them of aiming to depopulate a buffer zone, with no immediate comment from the Israeli military on the strikes. Full Article

The dispute over the legitimacy of a mosque in Uttarkashi continues, with authorities confirming no hate speeches during the recent Mahapanchayat, emphasizing peaceful conduct and communal harmony. Petitioners argue the mosque's 55-year history and plan to provide evidence of Waqf jurisdiction to the High Court, while expressing concerns about external pressures post-Mahapanchayat. Ishtiyak Ahmed, president of the Jama Masjid Committee, highlights the ongoing tensions and potential influences in the case. Full Article