A great first step to a futuristic defence system

There are subdued reactions to the Wednesday’s ASAT test by various countries given the present geopolitical situation.

ASAT test showcases India’s space prowess

Military and civilian programmes for even daily use applications these days are lodged inside satellites orbiting in space at varying altitudes.

India has now became the 4th such nation to develop such capability after USA, Russia and China.

Our scientists were ready for this since the last decade but previous governments didn’t have the clarity to approve it, says Jaitley.