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Rahul Gandhi, Leader of the Opposition in the Lok Sabha, launched a scathing attack on the Agniveer scheme and the BJP-led government, accusing them of attacking the idea of India. He alleged that the Agniveer scheme treats soldiers as ‘use and throw laborers’ and criticized the BJP for their handling of the scheme. The defense minister, Rajnath Singh, countered Gandhi’s claims, defending the scheme and highlighting the financial assistance provided to the families of Agniveers who sacrifice their lives.

Adani Defence and Aerospace has partnered with French multinational Thales to manufacture 70mm rockets for the Indian Air Force’s Rudra and Prachand helicopters. This collaboration is a key part of the ‘Make in India’ initiative and signifies a significant step towards self-reliance in defense equipment. The partnership aims to boost local manufacturing and strengthen the Indian defense sector.

US Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin and his Russian counterpart Andrei Belousov held a phone call on Tuesday to discuss the ongoing war in Ukraine, with Moscow expressing concerns over US arms shipments to Kyiv. The call marked the first conversation between the two ministers since Belousov’s appointment in May.

US National Security Advisor Jake Sullivan is visiting New Delhi for the second meeting of the initiative on Critical and Emerging Technologies (iCET). His visit comes as the US seeks to deepen its strategic partnership with India amidst growing geopolitical tensions in the region. Sullivan’s discussions with Indian leaders are expected to focus on a range of issues, including technology cooperation, defense collaboration, and the ongoing Israel-Hamas war.

Textron Inc. (NYSE: TXT) is a diversified conglomerate with prominent brands like Bell and Cessna. After a recent 10% dip due to a slight Q1 earnings miss, its stock is trading at attractive multiples. Despite being undervalued compared to industry peers, Textron enjoys significant market shares, especially in defense and aviation. The company’s strong balance sheet, consistent share buybacks, and potential for business division spinoffs further enhance its investment appeal. Analysts project solid earnings growth in the coming years, and technical indicators suggest an oversold condition. A buying strategy at or near the 200-day moving average and via put option sales is recommended.

Despite being a three-time Defensive Player of the Year, Rudy Gobert faced criticism from peers and fans alike, questioning his impact on the court. However, this season, with the Minnesota Timberwolves, Gobert has silenced the doubters, leading the league’s top defense to a 2-0 lead in the playoffs.

Denver Nuggets center Nikola Jokic has acknowledged his defensive limitations, specifically in one-on-one situations. However, he believes his understanding of spacing and angles makes up for his weakness in guarding on-ball. In the first round of the playoffs, Anthony Davis of the Los Angeles Lakers exposed Jokic’s defensive struggles in a six-minute stretch, but the Nuggets ultimately won the game. If Denver advances to the second round, they may face Rudy Gobert of the Minnesota Timberwolves, Jusuf Nurkic of the Portland Trail Blazers, or Chet Holmgren of the Oklahoma City Thunder. Jokic believes he can handle these matchups by using his IQ and help from teammates.

Kevin Garnett and Paul Pierce discussed their picks for the NBA’s best defensive players on the latest episode of KG Certified. Garnett initially surprised Pierce by choosing Memphis Grizzlies forward Dillon Brooks, but later explained his reasoning. Meanwhile, Pierce opted for Milwaukee Bucks superstar Giannis Antetokounmpo, citing his versatility and dominance on both ends of the court. The two legends also compared Los Angeles Clippers stars Kawhi Leonard and Paul George, with Garnett giving a particularly animated and humorous take on Leonard’s defensive capabilities.

Kristaps Porzingis’ poor defensive performance proved costly for the Boston Celtics in their Game 2 loss to the Miami Heat. The Heat set a franchise record with 23 three-pointers, often finding wide-open shots as Porzingis struggled to keep up. Offensively, Porzingis shot poorly and the Celtics were outscored by 32 points during his time on the court. His struggles underscore the volatility that Porzingis can bring to the team, which could prove dangerous in the playoffs.

Andrew Benintendi’s poor performance has been a major factor in the White Sox’s struggles this season. Despite being signed to the largest contract in franchise history, Benintendi is struggling in all aspects of his game, with a batting average of .167, an on-base percentage of .205, and a slugging percentage of .190. His defense has also been below par, with several outfield plays that have been questioned by manager Pedro Grifol. The White Sox, who have a record of 3-21, need Benintendi to turn things around quickly if they want to avoid a repeat of last season’s dismal finish.