Military Veterans Fuel Europe’s Defence Tech Boom Amid Ukraine War Former soldiers are taking a leading role in transforming Europe’s defence technology sector. Their combat-tested insights are shaping products and driving investment at record levels. As the war in Ukraine continues, demand for effective battlefield tools has surged, pushing veterans into key roles as founders, advisors, and investors. One such example is Matt Kuppers, a former German officer and co-founder of Defence Invest. While testing an anti-drone system from an Austrian startup, he noticed the barrel heated too quickly during use. This detail, overlooked by the civilian team, affected the…
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Spy satellite Ofek 19 launched from central coast Israel launched its Ofek 19 spy satellite on Tuesday night (Sept. 2), surprising many residents who were unaware of the event. The launch took place at 10:30 p.m. local time from Palmachim Airbase, located around 15 kilometres south of Tel Aviv. The satellite was carried into orbit by a Shavit rocket, commonly used for sending small satellites into space. Soon after launch, the satellite entered orbit successfully and began transmitting data. Israel’s Ministry of Defence confirmed the mission’s success. Unannounced launch caused confusion Although the launch achieved its goals, it caused unexpected…
APEDA Launches BHARATI Initiative to Boost Agri-Food Exports The Agricultural and Processed Food Products Export Development Authority (APEDA) has launched BHARATI — Bharat’s Hub for Agritech, Resilience, Advancement and Incubation for Export Enablement. The initiative was unveiled during the Food & Beverages Sector Stakeholders Meeting chaired by Union Minister of Commerce and Industry Shri Piyush Goyal. UAE’s Minister of Foreign Trade, Dr. Thani bin Ahmed Al Zeyoudi, and Union Minister of Food Processing Industries Shri Chirag Paswan joined him in launching the programme. Empowering Start-ups for Global Competitiveness BHARATI aims to empower 100 agri-food and agri-tech start-ups by providing an…
FAA to End Leases on Satellite Offices The US Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) is preparing to cancel leases on its satellite offices in the Washington, D.C. area. The move comes as part of a broader effort to consolidate operations and relocate headquarters staff into the main building of the US Department of Transportation (USDOT). In an email to employees, FAA Administrator Bryan Bedford said the shift would improve efficiency and teamwork. “We will work more effectively when we’re together, rather than spread across six different office locations,” he wrote. Bedford added that the move would lower operating costs and strengthen…
SpaceX Starship Test Marks Key Progress with Satellite Deployment and Heat Shield Trial SpaceX achieved major milestones on Tuesday as its Starship rocket successfully deployed a batch of mock Starlink satellites and tested advanced heat shield tiles during re-entry. This progress marks a turning point for the company following a series of earlier test failures. Starship Launches and Completes Major Objectives The Starship system, standing 403 feet tall, launched at 7:30 p.m. EDT (2330 GMT) from SpaceX’s Starbase in south Texas. Just three minutes into the flight, the Super Heavy booster released the Starship upper stage into space. Roughly 30…
India and Japan to Deepen Ties at Annual Summit Prime Minister Narendra Modi will travel to Japan on 29–30 August for the 15th India-Japan Annual Summit. He will meet Japanese Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba to discuss regional cooperation, defence, space, and critical minerals. The Ministry of External Affairs has underlined the importance of the Quad grouping, which includes India, Japan, Australia, and the US, in advancing stability and economic growth in the Indo-Pacific region. Indian Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri said Quad has become an essential platform for peace and development. He added that its agenda has broadened to include practical…
India Emerges as a Global Hub for Electric Vehicle Manufacturing Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated major green mobility initiatives at the Suzuki Motor plant in Hansalpur, Gujarat. This event marks a turning point for India’s electric vehicle (EV) sector under the Make in India campaign. Highlighting India’s progress, the Prime Minister launched the “e-VITARA”, Suzuki’s first global Battery Electric Vehicle (BEV) manufactured in India. Starting today, India will begin EV exports to over 100 countries, including Europe and Japan. PM Modi noted that this achievement reflects India’s strength in democracy, demography, and a skilled workforce—making it an attractive destination for…
Cloudy skies halt 10th SpaceX Starship test flight of Mars-bound rocket SpaceX postponed the 10th launch of its Starship rocket on Monday evening, citing poor weather conditions in Texas. The delay marks another hurdle in the company’s push to develop a fully reusable rocket capable of supporting future missions to the Moon and Mars. The towering launch vehicle, consisting of the 71-metre Super Heavy booster and the 52-metre Starship upper stage, had been fully fuelled and positioned on the launch pad at SpaceX’s Starbase facility. However, overcast skies and an unfavourable weather forecast led the company to call off the…
Asian Markets Rise as Investors Eye Fed Cuts and Nvidia Results Asian share markets climbed on Monday, with investors cautiously optimistic about the likely resumption of US interest rate cuts. At the same time, markets are watching closely for Nvidia’s upcoming earnings report, which could determine whether the AI sector’s lofty valuations remain justified. Fed Outlook Boosts Market Sentiment US Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell’s dovish shift has led markets to price in an 84% chance of a quarter-point rate cut in September. Traders now expect at least 100 basis points of easing by mid-2026, taking rates down to 3.25–3.5%.…
SpaceX Delays Tenth Starship Launch Due to Technical Issue SpaceX postponed the launch of its tenth Starship test flight on Sunday, citing a technical issue at the launch site in Texas. The mission was expected to mark a significant step in the rocket’s development, which has faced numerous challenges in past attempts. Launch Halted Shortly Before Liftoff The fully stacked Starship, consisting of a 232-foot Super Heavy booster and a 171-foot Starship upper stage, stood on the launch mount at SpaceX’s Starbase facility. The team had begun filling it with fuel ahead of the planned launch at 7:35 p.m. ET…