Pentagon weighs $5 billion loan to AI cloud startup Fluidstack
The Pentagon is reportedly in talks to lend about $5 billion to AI cloud-computing startup Fluidstack to bolster the U.S. data-center supply chain.
Defence & Security
Iranian Strikes Damage US Military Aircraft at Jordan Base
Iranian strikes on the Muwaffaq Salti Air Base in Jordan damaged multiple US military aircraft, including an A-10 and about eight F-15s, a US official said.
Israeli Military Releases Footage of Underground Infrastructure Dismantling in Lebanon
Israeli military footage shows explosions at Ali Taher Ridge in southern Lebanon, which Israel says was Hezbollah underground infrastructure built with Iranian support.
Yemen's Government Forces Release Footage of Operations in Hazm
Yemen's internationally recognized government armed forces released video of operations in eastern Hazm city, Jawf province, as Houthi rebels seized the port city of Mokha.
Canada, Ukraine Sign 100-Year Partnership; Carney Unveils Air-Defence Package
Canada and Ukraine signed a 100-year partnership declaration as Ottawa announced air-defence interceptors, gas loan guarantees and drone support for Kyiv.
Peru Joins US-Led 'Shield of the Americas' Anti-Drug Coalition
Peru will join the US-led 'Shield of the Americas' coalition against drug cartels, President Keiko Fujimori said during Marco Rubio's visit.
Drug Smuggler Aqib Bashir Re-Arrested in Jalandhar After Three-Day Manhunt
Aqib Bashir, who escaped NCB custody in Jammu, was re-arrested in Jalandhar after a three-day multi-state manhunt involving the NCB, J&K Police and Punjab Police.
Canada Finalises C$350 Million Air Defence Package for Ukraine
Canada has agreed a C$350 million package to supply Ukraine with air defence interceptors, PM Mark Carney said after talks with Volodymyr Zelenskiy.
IndiGo Flight from Lucknow to Dammam Diverted to Ahmedabad After Bomb Threat
An IndiGo flight from Lucknow to Dammam made an emergency landing in Ahmedabad after a crew member found the word "bomb" written on a piece of paper.
Houthis Seize Mocha, Push Toward Bab el-Mandeb as Oil Prices Surge
Houthi forces seized Yemen's Mocha port and advanced to the Hanish islands, raising fears over the Bab el-Mandeb Strait as Brent crude hit $105.
IndiGo Lucknow-Dammam flight diverted to Ahmedabad after 'bomb' note found on board
An IndiGo flight from Lucknow to Dammam made an emergency landing in Ahmedabad after a crew member found 'bomb' written on a piece of paper.
Four West Bengal men arrested as 71 kg ganja seized at Palakkad railway station
Four men from Murshidabad were arrested after a joint RPF-Excise team seized over 71 kg of ganja, valued at ₹35 lakh, at Palakkad railway station.
Houthi Rebels Enter Yemen's Mokha Port, Threatening Fragile Truce
Houthi rebels have entered Yemen's Red Sea port city of Mokha, residents and doctors say, raising fears for a 2022 truce.
PLA Air Force showcases four aircraft types at Egypt's El Alamein airshow
China's PLA Air Force displayed four indigenously developed aircraft at the El Alamein International Airshow in Egypt, its second appearance at the event.
UK Charges Man Over Alleged Plot With Russian Spies to Sabotage Drone Factory
A British man has been charged with assisting a foreign intelligence service over an alleged plot to sabotage drone factories in England.
Delhi Schools, Government Offices to Shut on September 11 for BRICS Summit
Schools and government offices in Delhi will remain closed on Friday, September 11, as the city prepares to host the BRICS Summit amid tight security and traffic curbs.
India's Nuclear Arsenal Estimated at 190 Warheads, New Study Finds
A Federation of American Scientists study estimates India's nuclear arsenal at around 190 warheads, with more expected as new delivery systems enter service.
Russia hits Kyiv petrol station and Bunge plant in Dnipro, killing two
Russian strikes hit a Kyiv petrol station and a Bunge sunflower oil facility in Dnipro, killing two and injuring several others.
DRDO Building Indigenous Sensor, AI and Counter-Drone Stack for Border Security
DRDO is developing indigenous sensors, AI algorithms and counter-drone systems to strengthen surveillance along India's borders, its Electronics & Communication Systems chief said.
Houthis Capture Yemen's Mocha Port, Tightening Grip on Bab el-Mandeb
Iran-aligned Houthis seized Yemen's Mocha port, tightening control over the Bab el-Mandeb Strait as Brent crude stays above $100 and fighting with Saudi forces escalates.