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According to internal simulations conducted by the Indian military, a salvo of just three BrahMos supersonic cruise missiles could potentially cripple or even sink a Chinese aircraft carrier. This claim hinges on the BrahMos’s extreme speed and maneuverability, making it a formidable weapon against large surface targets.
The BrahMos’ Mach 3 capability makes it extremely difficult for traditional ship-based defense systems to intercept. Its speed and low-altitude skimming ability present a significant challenge. The BrahMos carries a sizeable warhead, and a successful strike on a carrier could cause catastrophic damage.
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The Indian Army is set to receive a significant boost to its firepower and mobility with the induction of a new batch of Ashok Leyland GTV 6×6 vehicles. These robust all-terrain vehicles are specifically designed to meet the demanding requirements of the Indian Army’s medium artillery and air defense regiments.
The GTV 6×6 boasts an impressive towing capacity of 20 tons, enabling it to haul heavy artillery guns and radar systems critical for battlefield operations. This enhanced capability will be particularly beneficial for swiftly deploying and maneuvering these powerful assets along India’s northern borders, where strategic terrain often necessitates rapid troop and equipment movement.
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BrahMos Aerospace, a joint Indo-Russian venture, is set to achieve a significant milestone in its quest for self-reliance. The company plans to indigenously manufacture the ramjet engine that powers the BrahMos supersonic cruise missile. This move comes as BrahMos production is slated to continue until 2032, and the company seeks to reduce its dependence on Russia for critical components.
BrahMos has already made significant strides towards self-sufficiency. They have successfully developed a local solid propellant booster engine and even produce indigenous fuel for the missile. However, the ramjet engine, a vital part of the BrahMos’ impressive speed and range, is currently sourced from Russia.
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In a seismic development, a Chinese road has traversed the historic Aghil Pass, piercing through into the lower Shaksgam Valley of Kashmir. Situated at a towering altitude of 4805 meters, the pass marks a significant geographical boundary between Kashmir and Sinkiang, serving as a historical frontier. The incursion has now brought the road-head within striking distance, less than 30 miles away from the strategically pivotal Siachen Glacier.
The approach to Aghil Pass reveals a stark reality: the once-remote border is now witnessing the tangible presence of Chinese infrastructure. Recent imagery vividly depicts the encroachment, showcasing the Chinese road snaking its way through the rugged terrain, defying previous boundaries.
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The Indian Army is gearing up for the challenges of tomorrow by exploring the creation of an in-house “adversarial force” for wargaming exercises. This initiative, aimed at promoting innovation and developing futuristic capabilities, aligns with India’s push for self-reliance (Atmanirbharta) in the defense sector.
The concept of an adversarial force involves establishing a dedicated unit within the army that simulates the strategies and tactics of potential future opponents. This allows for more realistic wargaming scenarios, enabling the army to identify vulnerabilities and test new technologies and doctrines against a constantly evolving threat landscape.
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The Indian experience with developing indigenous weapon systems like the Arjun MBT (main battle tank) and LCA (Light Combat Aircraft) Tejas Mk1A has had a mixed impact on the upgradation programs for the Russian-origin T-90 MBT and Sukhoi-30MKI fighter jets. While a direct technological transfer might not be evident, the Arjun and Tejas programs have indirectly influenced the Indian Armed Forces’ approach to modernization.
The Arjun program, despite facing criticism on cost and operational complexities, pushed the boundaries of Indian tank design. Its features, like a ballistic computer and a composite armor layout, might have indirectly influenced the upgrade path of the T-90 MBT currently in service with the Indian Army.
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China’s military on Thursday reacted guardedly to the delivery of BrahMos supersonic cruise missiles by India to the Philippines, saying that security cooperation between the two countries should not harm the interest of any third party and harm regional stability.
India delivered the first batch of the BrahMos missiles over two years after it signed a USD 375 million deal with the Philippines to supply the weapon systems.
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India on Thursday (local time) called for the revitalisation of the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) and reforms in global governance architecture.
Minister at the Permanent Mission of India to the United Nations, Pratik Mathur, emphasised that India has always been of the view that the UN General Assembly can be revitalised only when its position as the primary deliberative and representative organ of the UN is respected.
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Nearly two weeks after an Israel-linked container vessel was seized by Iran’s military, India on Thursday said there are certain “technicalities involved” in the return of the remaining 16 Indian crew members is concerned.
Ann Tessa Joseph, the sole woman cadet among the 17 Indian crew members of the vessel “MSC Aries” that was seized on April 13, was released on April 18 following “concerted efforts” by the Indian mission in Tehran and the Iranian government.
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IndiGo, India’s most preferred airline, is further defining its long-term future by strengthening its fleet with the introduction of wide-body aircraft to its fleet. Since inception in 2006, IndiGo has been successfully building its position and is now defining its future further on the path of becoming a
global aviation player.
IndiGo agreed to place an order for 30 Firm A350-900 aircraft, which will enable IndiGo to spread its wings further and expand its network. From the various Indian metros, IndiGo will be able to connect to the world.
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Russia’s state-owned reinsurer has given financial backing to three Russian insurance firms, allowing them to get Indian approval to provide marine insurance cover to tankers, two sources said, as Moscow seeks to facilitate trade with India amid Western sanctions.
A raft of sanctions by the U.S. and allies against Moscow over its Ukraine invasion, along with tighter scrutiny of Russian oil trade, has almost cut Russia off from the global network of service providers such as insurers and brokers.
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The United States slapped on Thursday sanctions on over a dozen companies, individuals and vessels, including three from India, for facilitating illicit trade and UAV transfers on behalf of the Iranian military.
The US Department of Treasury said these companies, individuals and vessels have played a central role in facilitating and financing the clandestine sale of Iranian unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) to Russia’s war in Ukraine.
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Defence Secretary Giridhar Aramane is leading the Indian delegation to Kazakhstan’s Astana from April 25-26, 2024 for the Annual Meeting of the Defence Ministers of Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) Member States, the Ministry of Defence said in a release on Wednesday.
The meeting will review the regional security issues within the SCO, including the defence cooperation initiatives. Giridhar Aramane will deliver the India statement at the ministerial meeting, the Ministry said in its release. He will also hold meetings with Defence Ministers of the friendly countries of the SCO to discuss issues of bilateral defence cooperation, it added.
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The US on Thursday (local time) rebuked a Pakistani reporter’s questions on allegations of an Australian journalist’s claims not allowed to cover Indian general elections and said that the country determines which non-citizens it allows to enter, either as short-term travellers or international journalists.
Responding to a question by a Pakistani reporter on allegations of denial of visa renewal to Australian journalist, Avani Dias, US State Department Principal Deputy Spokesperson Vedant Patel said, “The Government of India can speak to its own visa policy. That’s not something I’m going to opine on from here.”
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India has congratulated Maldives for the successful conduct of parliamentary elections and expressed hope that the two nations will continue their exchanges at parliamentary level in the coming days, the Ministry of External Affairs said. MEA spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal said that New Delhi and Male have had historical ties and India has a development cooperation program with Maldives.
Addressing the weekly media briefing, Mr Jaiswal said, “We have old historical ties with Maldives. We have a development cooperation programme with the Maldives and one programme is ongoing. Recently, Maldives held parliamentary/ Majlis elections. We congratulate Maldives on its successful parliamentary elections. We (India) and Maldives have many exchanges with each other at the parliament level. We hope to continue these exchanges with the new Majlis in the coming days.”
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