‘Need leapfrogging to win wars’: Air Marshal pushes for self-reliance in defence; calls progress ‘painfully slow’

Air Marshal Awadhesh Kumar Bharti urged India to urgently accelerate defence indigenisation, warning that progress from concept to operationalisation is “painfully slow.” He emphasized domestic production and “leapfrogging” in critical technologies for strategic autonomy, noting future wars will involve both low-cost unmanned systems and advanced AI platforms.

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‘Several countries’: Iran says it has built weapon factories abroad; missile development ‘a priority’ says defence minister

Iran’s defence minister says they have built weapon production facilities in other nations. He did not name the countries. This follows recent tensions with Israel and the US. Missile development is a priority for Iran. Factories may be revealed soon. Iran tested new warheads last year. Naval exercises were also conducted.

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Are you leading with intelligence, or artificial intelligence? 7 skills that matter now

As artificial intelligence reshapes the workplace, leadership demands more than technical know-how. This story explores how true AI readiness lies in ethical judgment, data fluency, and a culture of continuous learning. With most organisations overestimating their preparedness, the path forward calls for a more honest, human-centred leadership approach to navigate AI’s rapid rise responsibly.

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Indian boxers eye CWG and Asiad seeding edge

The World Boxing Cup Finals in Greater Noida offers Indian boxers a crucial chance to boost their global rankings. Performances here directly impact seedings for next year’s Commonwealth and Asian Games, and the Olympic cycle. Strong finishes, even with modest points compared to Olympics, can secure favorable draws and pave the way for a larger…

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ICC Rankings: ‘Age just a number’ — 39-year-old Sikandar Raza No.1 ODI all-rounder; 35-year-old Keshav Maharaj No.1 ODI bowler

Sikandar Raza, at 39, has achieved the number one all-rounder ranking in ICC Men’s ODI, driven by consistent performances with both bat and ball during the series against Sri Lanka. Despite Zimbabwe’s series loss, Raza’s individual brilliance stood out, highlighted by back-to-back half-centuries and impactful bowling.

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