A target drone belonging to the Indian Air Force (IAF) was recently discovered floating in the waters near Trincomalee, Sri Lanka. The drone, identified as a jet-powered unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV), was found approximately 35 nautical miles off the coast by local fishermen.In response to this incident, the Sri Lankan Air Force has initiated an investigation to determine the circumstances
Tag: Policy
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Government places drone restrictions over 11 military sites
[[{“value”:”While drone legislation already covers most military sites, the new restrictions provide additional protection to address national security concerns.
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From Mission Divyastra To Predator Drones: India’s Big Defence Advancements In 2024
India made significant strides in its defence capabilities throughout 2024, marked by several key advancements and acquisitions under its "Atmanirbhar Bharat" initiative. Here are the major highlights:Key Defence Advancements in 2024Mission Divyastra and Agni-5 Missile: In March, India successfully conducted the first flight test of the Agni-5 missile as part of "Mission Divyastra." This missile,
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How many drones does the Army need? More.
The experience of two brigades suggests that the number is far larger than it’s buying—and that’s just for training.
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Army eyeing commercial drones as Shadow ‘gap’ filler
“Our units have no assets and no capability to to train with right now, to learn with, to build TTPs with. We started thinking outside the box,” Col. Nick Ryan told Breaking Defense.
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France to Equip Artillery Units With DT46 Long-Range Drones
[[{“value”:”The French Army is boosting the reconnaissance capabilities of its artillery units with the acquisition of Delair’s DT46 long-range drones.
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Navigating the Legal and Regulatory Terrain of the Satellite Industry
The satellite industry is undergoing a profound transformation driven by technological advancements and a surge in innovation. In an era marked by the rapid expansion of satellite technology, the legal and regulatory considerations surrounding these innovations have become increasingly complex. From commercial satellite launches to the deployment of constellations for global internet coverage, the use of …
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US Needs Longer-Range Drones for Potential China-Taiwan Conflict: Think Tank
[[{“value”:”The US military will need to invest in longer-range drones to effectively counter a potential Chinese invasion of Taiwan, according to an American think tank.
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US needs to invest in cheaper long-range drones for Taiwan scenario, report says
“I don’t know if it’s going to be a fair fight,” said Stacie Pettyjohn, director of CNAS’s defense program and one of the authors of the report. “There are a lot of things that are stacked up against the United States when it’s playing an away game.”
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U.S. Must Take Russian Nuclear Anti-Satellite Threat Seriously, Congressman Says
The United States must focus on the role of nuclear weapons — both its own and those other countries such as Russia are developing — in order to mitigate threats and preserve access to space, Rep. Michael Turner, R-Ohio, said June 20.