A widespread power outage in San Francisco that led to Waymo robotaxis stalling and snarling traffic earlier this month has raised concerns about the readiness of autonomous vehicle operators to tackle major emergencies like earthquakes and floods.

Amidst the harsh Chillai Kalan winter, the Army has intensified counter-terrorism operations in Jammu and Kashmir’s Kishtwar and Doda districts. Expanding into snowbound areas, forces are pursuing an estimated 30-35 Pakistani terrorists seeking winter hideouts. An integrated, proactive approach involving multiple agencies ensures continuous pressure and swift responses to intelligence.

The Indian Air Force facility will be set up near Lalgarh Jatan in Rajasthan’s Sri Ganganagar district, a strategic location about 40 km from the India-Pakistan border.