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Barnama
2 days ago
- Business
- Barnama
Top News Headlines In Cambodia, Myanmar, Philippines, Singapore, Thailand & Vietnam: Aug 7, 2025
Cambodia has approached the International Committee of the Red Cross and the United Nations High Commissioner for Human Rights for the release of its 18 soldiers held by Thailand. The soldiers were captured during the border conflict from July 24 to 28. The Cambodia International Machinery Industry Fair and the Cambodia International Textile and Garment Industry Fair are being held in the capital. More than 200 global manufacturers, innovators and investors from 15 countries are participating in the expos. 1. EXPERTS INSPECT DAMAGED ANCIENT PAGODAS -- THE GLOBAL NEW LIGHT OF MYANMAR International experts are conducting the second phase of field inspections on ancient heritage buildings in earthquake-hit areas, especially in Mandalay. The inspections are to restore damaged pagodas affected during the March 28 earthquake. 2. DEMAND FOR MYANMAR'S BETEL NUT RISING -- THE GLOBAL NEW LIGHT OF MYANMAR Myanmar exported RM140 million (US$33 million) worth of areca nuts to India over a year, almost doubling the previous export value. There is a huge demand for Myanmar's soft, fresh and moist areca nuts (betel nuts) in the international market. PHILIPPINES 1. PH IN TALKS WITH INDIA TO ACQUIRE MORE BRAHMOS MISSILES - MARCOS -- THE PHILIPPINE NEWS AGENCY President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. said the Philippines is in the process of acquiring additional BrahMos supersonic cruise missiles from India, as part of the Armed Forces of the Philippines' (AFP) ongoing modernisation and efforts to strengthen its regional defence posture. 2. MARCOS: PH ON RIGHT PATH TO PEACE BY ALIGNING WITH LIKE-MINDED NATIONS -- THE PHILIPPINE NEWS AGENCY President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. said the Philippines is taking the right path to peace by deepening partnerships with like-minded nations that uphold international law - a strategy shaped in part by mounting tensions in the Indo-Pacific, including China's continued aggression in the West Philippine Sea. SINGAPORE 1. SOME AGEING CONDOS IN SINGAPORE STRUGGLE WITH FAILING INFRASTRUCTURE, INADEQUATE SINKING FUNDS -- THE STRAITS TIMES In 2024, when two out of three lifts in his block at Fernwood Towers broke down, Mr Haider Manasawala had to carry his suitcase down 21 storeys to catch a flight. 2. FORREST LI ON SINGAPORE FOOTBALL: 'THE MOMENT NOBODY TALKS ABOUT IT ... THAT'S THE END' -- CNA Having stepped up to the top post in local football, new Football Association of Singapore (FAS) president Forrest Li has much on his plate. THAILAND 1. BTS WRAPS TRAIN IN LONGEST THAI FLAG TO HONOUR HEROES AND SOVEREIGNTY -- THE NATION BTS recently unveiled its train wrapped in the longest Thai national flag to honour national heroes and sovereignty. 2. DONATIONS TO PROVIDE AID ALONG BORDER PASS B100M -- BANGKOK POST More than 100 million baht has been donated to the government to support residents affected along the Thai-Cambodian border. VIETNAM 1. SHRIMP FARMING PROTECTING MANGROVE FOREST -- VIETNAMPLUS Coastal farmers in the Mekong Delta have successfully adopted shrimp farming in canals that are covered by mangroves. Growing shrimp under the mangrove canopy helps protect the mangrove ecosystem and the forest acts as a natural water filter. 2. STRATEGIC TECHNOLOGIES TO SPUR GROWTH -- VNEXPRESS The government is seeking to identify three strategic technologies that will aid in the development of its economy. They will explore products like 5G mobile network, robots, unmanned aerial vehicles, AI cameras, virtual assistance and blockchain platforms. -- BERNAMA BERNAMA provides up-to-date authentic and comprehensive news and information which are disseminated via BERNAMA Wires; BERNAMA TV on Astro 502, unifi TV 631 and MYTV 121 channels and BERNAMA Radio on FM93.9 (Klang Valley), FM107.5 (Johor Bahru), FM107.9 (Kota Kinabalu) and FM100.9 (Kuching) frequencies. Follow us on social media : Facebook : @bernamaofficial, @bernamatv, @bernamaradio Twitter : @ @BernamaTV, @bernamaradio Instagram : @bernamaofficial, @bernamatvofficial, @bernamaradioofficial TikTok : @bernamaofficial
Hans India
28-07-2025
- Politics
- Hans India
Homegrown weapons proved their mettle in Op Sindoor
Hyderabad: Indigenous weapon systems played a crucial role in the recent Indo-Pak conflict. Operation Sindoor was a well-calibrated military response in May 2025 to the brutal terrorist attack on innocent tourists in Pahalgam in April 2025. High-tech indigenous missile systems, including Akash Air Defence, BRAHMOS, MRSAM, and ULPGM—developed at the missile complex in Hyderabad—played a crucial role in the success of Operation Sindoor. India's missile systems and indigenization policies were undeniably validated during this operation. A one-day workshop on the weapon systems used in Operation Sindoor was held on Saturday at the Defence Research and Development Laboratory (DRDL) in Hyderabad. The workshop began with an exhibition showcasing the sub-systems of various weapons used in Operation Sindoor. Discussions focused on the performance of these indigenous systems and strategies to further enhance their capabilities, ensuring they remain unbeatable in the future. In his welcome address, Dr. G.A. Srinivasa Murthy, Distinguished Scientist and Director of DRDL, outlined the workshop's overall objectives. Lt. Gen. (Dr.) V.J. Sundaram, Former Director of DRDL, emphasized the importance of achieving 100% indigenization for the nation's interests and the need to focus on innovative ideas in advanced high-tech areas, such as cyborgs. Dr. A. Sivathanu Pillai, Founder, Managing Director, and CEO of BrahMos Aerospace, praised the efforts of the Indian Armed Forces and all stakeholders from DRDO and Indian industries in his message. Dr. Prahlada, Former Project Director of the Akash Weapon System, reminisced about the early days of DRDL, from the Integrated Guided Missile Development Program (IGMDP) led by Dr. A.P.J. Abdul Kalam to the present day. He emphasized the importance of preserving the culture and legacy of DRDL while promoting collaboration among personnel as force multipliers. Patrick D'Silva described the remarkable journey of the MRSAM project, and U. Raja Babu, DG (MSS), highlighted that the missile complex is engaged in the design and development of a wide variety of missiles, encompassing multiple platforms and capable of striking targets from underwater to outer space. He stated that the complex is equipped to handle any challenging missile project assigned to it. Dr. G. Satheesh Reddy, Former Chairman of DRDO, congratulated all personnel at DRDO, the Armed Forces, industry partners, production agencies, and quality assurance agencies for their achievements. He urged the scientific community and end-users to collaborate on innovative designs using cutting-edge technologies and surprise elements to achieve success in any future conflicts. Dr. Samir V. Kamat, Chairman of DRDO, commended the organization and urged the missile complex to continue working diligently toward the rapid induction of weapon systems currently undergoing user trials.
News18
11-05-2025
- Politics
- News18
How The 100-Hour Fight Displayed India's Massive Strength, Pakistan's Weaknesses
Last Updated: Pakistan's inability to protect its most sensitive bases revealed gaps in air defence coordination and radar coverage, said Indian government sources India's precise airstrikes on key targets highlighted the vulnerabilities in Pakistan's defence, forcing the latter to beg for a ceasefire, said government sources. 'Despite Pakistan's tall claims, India's strikes on May 10 showed Pakistan's forward-operating capabilities had degraded. Pakistan's inability to protect its most sensitive bases revealed gaps in their air defence coordination and radar coverage," said sources. #Breaking | A cylindrical metallic object found near Bikaner, Rajasthan, further confirming the suspected use of a BRAHMOS missile in the direction of Pakistan. @kaidensharmaa shares more details @akankshaswarups | #BrahMos #Missile #Drones #OpSindoor — News18 (@CNNnews18) May 11, 2025 PAHALGAM, SINDOOR AND AGGRESSION IN A NUTSHELL On April 22, terrorists gunned down at least 26 at Pahalgam in Kashmir. An offshoot of Pakistan's Lashkar-e-Taiba (LeT), the Resistance Front, claimed responsibility for the attack. After diplomatic steps such as holding the Indus Waters Treaty in abeyance and cancellation of visas, India on May 7 carried out Operation Sindoor and struck nine terror hideouts belonging to Lashkar-e-Taiba (LeT), Jaish-e-Mohammad (JeM) and Hizbul Mujahideen (HM) in response to the Pahalgam attack. As Pakistan attempted to strike military installations at 15 spots the following day, all of which were foiled, India retaliated by demolishing the HQ-9 air defence systems in Lahore and its drones even reached the Sharif household, the family that has sent two Prime Ministers to Islamabad, Sialkot, Islamabad and major airbases. On May 9, India said missiles and drones were sighted at 26 locations across many areas in Indian states bordering Pakistan, including Srinagar, Jaisalmer, Chandigarh among other cities and districts. The projectiles were tracked and engaged, the government said. On May 10, Pakistan claimed India fired missiles at its air bases. It, however, did not acknowledge the extensive damage caused to the garrison city of Rawalpindi, near the capital Islamabad, Murid air base in Chakwal city and Rafiqui air base in the Jhang district of eastern Punjab province. Additionally, Sargodha air base was also targeted. Pakistan then fired missiles that were thwarted in the cities of Srinagar, Jammu and Udhampur. Around 5 pm, Pakistan DGMO called the Indian counterpart and urged de-escalation. Firing across LoC stopped, as the DGMOs agreed to meet on May 12. US President Donald Trump claimed that he mediated the ceasefire, while India said ceasefire was agreed following bilateral talks. Hours after the announcement of 'understanding", heavy shelling and drones were reported in Jammu and Kashmir, to which the Indian armed forces gave an 'adequate and appropriate response". HOW INDIA JOLTED PAKISTAN Within 90 minutes on Saturday, India pounded the Nur Khan airbase, Rafiqui airbase in Shorkot, Murid airbase in Punjab, Sukkur airbase in Sindh, Sialkot airbase, Sargodha airbase, Skardu airbase, Bholari airbase near Karachi, Jacobabad airbase, and Pasrur airstrip. India also struck and took out Chunian radar installation in a swift response. India fired its Brahmos missiles, and HAMMER and SCALP missiles from Rafale fighter jets at these strategic airbases — in its biggest set of attacks. Noor Khan (Rawalpindi) airbase located near Pakistan's Army HQ is base house for VIP transport fleets and premier transport squadrons. India's strike demonstrated that Pakistan's heavily guarded installations, too, are penetrable. Murid (Chakwal) is a hub for drone operations. Murid's destruction disrupted Pakistan's UAV-led asymmetric warfare strategy. India targeted this base after intercepting 300-400 drones launched from this base. Rafiqui (Shorkot) is home to JF-17 and Mirage fighter jets. The neutralisation of this base degraded Pakistan's rapid-response capabilities. India's use of high-speed missiles showcased precision against critical asset. 'It also showed how Pakistan is heavily dependent on Chinese systems such as the HQ-9 Russian. This shows their inability to secure air corridors amid Indian strikes," said sources. 'India preemptively shut 32 northern and western airports, citing threats from Pakistani drones and missiles. This proactive measure contrasts with Pakistan's reactive posture," they said. INDIA VS PAKISTAN'S DEFENCE: A STUDY IN CONTRAST, SAY SOURCES top videos View all Pakistan's airspace management lacks accuracy, while India's multi-layered air defence such as S-400, Akashteer ensures operational continuity. After Pakistani drone attacks, India struck Neelam Valley and Sialkot, targeting terror launchpads and radar sites. Pakistan claimed Indian missiles fell into the Indian territory, but later its intercepted Fatah-II ballistic missile was found neutralised in Sirsa. 'This contradicted their narrative, and showed Pakistan's failed offensives. Pakistan's reliance on disinformation such as false civilian casualty claims revealed a defensive strategy only in perception management, not in tactical success. The Barak-8 system downing Pakistan's ballistic missile targeting Delhi displayed India's ability to neutralise long-range threats. Systems like S-400, Akashteer, L-70 guns, and Schilka repelled 50+ swarm drones, emphasising India's technological edge," sources said. 'Pakistan's Chinese-supplied HQ-9 systems lack the range and integration to match India's defence network, leaving critical gaps. Viral videos of intercepted missiles and burning airbases amplify India's narrative of dominance, countering Pakistan's claims." The attacks show Pakistan's strategic indefensibility due to: fragmented air defence systems reliant on outdated Chinese tech; inability to protect critical military assets from precision strikes; and overreliance on asymmetric tactics (drones, disinformation) that India neutralised systematically. India, meanwhile, used calibrated escalation combining military precision, diplomatic restraint, and transparency. The conflict has exposed Pakistan's vulnerabilities while consolidating India's regional dominance. Watch India Pakistan Breaking News on CNN-News18. Get breaking news, in-depth analysis, and expert perspectives on everything from politics to crime and society. Stay informed with the latest India news only on News18. Download the News18 App to stay updated! tags : news18 specials Operation Sindoor Pahalgam attack Location : New Delhi, India, India First Published: May 11, 2025, 15:42 IST News india How The 100-Hour Fight Displayed India's Massive Strength, Pakistan's Weaknesses | Exclusive
India Today
11-05-2025
- Politics
- India Today
India used BrahMos in strikes against Pak: All about supersonic cruise missile
Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath confirmed on Sunday that a BrahMos missile was used in strikes against Pakistan during Operation Sindoor. He was speaking at the inauguration event of BrahMos Aerospace Integration and Testing Facility in Lucknow. The new facility will give a boost to India's defence capabilities."You must have seen a glimpse of the BrahMos missile during Operation Sindoor. If you didn't, then just ask the people of Pakistan about the power of the BrahMos missile," he IS BRAHMOS?BrahMos is a long-range supersonic cruise missile known for its high accuracy. It operates on 'Fire and Forget Principle', adopting a variety of flights on its way to the target. Its destructive power is enhanced due to large kinetic energy on impact. The two-stage missile features a solid propellant booster in the first stage that propels it to supersonic speed before detaching. The second stage, a liquid ramjet engine, carries the missile to speeds nearing Mach 3 during the cruise missile, equipped with stealth technology and an advanced guidance system with embedded software, is designed for precision and maintains a range of up to 290 km and supersonic velocity throughout its flight. It ensures reduced flight time, higher target accuracy, and minimal chances of interception by existing defense systems. advertisementIts high impact force is bolstered by significant kinetic energy, while it can cruise at altitudes of up to 15 km and strike as low as 10 meters. The missile carries a conventional warhead weighing between 200 and 300 SPECIAL ABOUT BRAHMOS?BrahMos Capabilities:Range: Over 450 km (extended range variants up to 800 km reportedly tested)Speed: Supersonic (Mach 2.8–3.0), making interception highly difficultLaunch Platform: Air, land, sea, and submarine capable — the ALCM version is launched from Su-30MKIAccuracy: Near pinpoint precision with advanced guidance and navigationPayload: High-explosive warhead (200–300 kg), ideal for hardened targetsCompared to existing state-of-the-art subsonic cruise missiles, BraHmos has:3 times more velocity2.5 to 3 times more flight range3 to 4 times more seeker range9 times more kinetic energyBrahMos is the first supersonic cruise missile known to be in service. Induction of the first version of Brahmos weapon complex in the Indian Navy commenced from 2005 with INS Rajput as the first Indian Army has also inducted many BrahMos regiments since 2007. The IAF has successfully inducted BrahMos Air Launched Cruise Missile system armed with Sukhoi-30MKI frontline fighter aircraft.
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Business Standard
11-05-2025
- Business
- Business Standard
Rajnath Singh to inaugurate BrahMos aerospace testing unit in Lucknow today
Defence Minister Rajnath Singh will inaugurate the BrahMos Aerospace Integration and Testing Facility in Lucknow today. As per the Defence Minister's Office, Rajnath Singh will inaugurate the facility at around 11 am. "At around 11.00 AM today, 11th May, Raksha Mantri Rajnath Singh will virtually inaugurate the BrahMos Aerospace Integration and Testing Facility in Lucknow," the post said. Rajnath Singh laid the foundation stone for the Defence Technology & Test Centre and BRAHMOS Manufacturing Centre, established by the Defence Research & Development Organisation (DRDO) in Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh, on December 26, 2021. According to an official release, a first-of-its-kind Defence Technologies & Test Centre (DTTC), over approximately 22 acres, is set up to accelerate the growth of the defence and aerospace manufacturing clusters in Uttar Pradesh Defence Industrial Corridor (UP DIC). The BRAHMOS Manufacturing Centre, announced by BrahMos Aerospace, is a modern, state-of-the-art facility in the Lucknow node of UP DIC. It covers over 200 acres and produces the new BRAHMOS-NG (Next Generation) variant, which carries forward the lineage of the BRAHMOS weapons system. The state-of-the-art Defence Technologies & Test Centre is set up to implement the MoU exchanged between Uttar Pradesh Expressways Industrial Development Authority (UPEIDA) and DRDO during DefExpo-2020 at Lucknow in the presence of the Defence Minsiter and the UP Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath. It will facilitate industries through establishing a centralised state-of-the-art technology infrastructure, which will accelerate the product development and reduce the induction time & the turnaround time for the futuristic systems development through its six subcentres. This unique setup will act as a bridge for Industries & Startups to grasp the DRDO's IPRs, Patents & ToTs. It will extend holistic handholding to Industries, Startups & Academia in UP DIC. It will promote the growth of Industries & Startups in UPDIC and Ease of Doing Business and contribute to building an AtmaNirbhar Bharat. The release stated that the BRAHMOS supersonic cruise missile system is one of the most successful missile programmes in the world. India has undertaken jointly in partnership with its closest strategic ally Russia. As the world's best and fastest precision-guided weapon, BRAHMOS has fortified India's deterrence power in the 21st century. Designed and developed by the India-Russia JV entity BrahMos Aerospace, the supersonic cruise missile BRAHMOS has continued to evolve as the most versatile weapon in its genre. To carry forward this excellent lineage, BrahMos Aerospace has initiated work on a new, more advanced variant of the missile - BRAHMOS-NG. This new missile, having smaller, lighter and smarter dimensions, would be designed for deployment on a wider number of modern military platforms, including land, sea, underwater and air. It will hugely bolster the Indian military's modern combat capability and flexibility in the next few years.
