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Economic Times
05-05-2025
- Politics
- Economic Times
Pakistan fires second missile in two days amid India-Pak tensions after Kashmir terrorist attack
Amid escalating tensions with India following the Kashmir attack on April 22, Pakistan's military conducted its second missile test in two days, as reported by AFP. The recent launch aimed to ensure troop readiness and validate the missile's navigation system and accuracy. This surface-to-surface missile possesses a range of 120 kilometers. Tired of too many ads? Remove Ads Tired of too many ads? Remove Ads Pakistan's military said on Monday that it has carried out another missile test, its second in two days, following a sharp rise in tensions with India following the fatal terrorist attack in Kashmir on April 22 that India has linked to Islamabad."The launch was aimed at ensuring the operational readiness of troops and validating key technical parameters, including the missile's advanced navigation system and enhanced accuracy," the military said in a statement, AFP reported. The military said the surface-to-surface missile had a range of 120 kilometres (75 miles).After second missile test, Pakistan's Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif said defence is 'in strong hands' Pakistan's military had on May 3 said it had carried out a training launch of a surface-to-surface missile. The military said the Abdali Weapon System — a missile with a range of 450 kilometres — was successfully sees Pakistan's launch of a ballistic missile on May 3 as a 'blatant' act of 'provocation', PTI had reported citing people familiar with the India has also been testing its defence newest indigenous warship, INS Surat, successfully intercepted a fast, low-flying target using a Medium-Range Surface-to-Air Missile (MRSAM) system in the Arabian Sea in April. India has also brought its Advanced Light Helicopter (ALH) fleet back into action after grounding it in January to check for possible technical faults. The move comes as tensions rise along the border, with large-scale military activity seen across the Line of Control (LoC).Several major world powers, including the United States and the European Union, have urged both India and Pakistan to ease tensions, while strongly condemning the terrorist and Pakistan have both made major upgrades to their military power since their last clash in 2019, increasing the chances of escalation even if a conflict starts off on a small scale, former army officers and defence experts told say neither country is likely to use nuclear weapons unless they are pushed to the extreme. However, even a limited military exchange carries serious risks of things getting out of two neighbours have fought three wars — in 1948, 1965 and 1971 — and have had many smaller clashes since independence, mostly over Kashmir. Both countries became nuclear powers in the 1990s, and Kashmir remains one of the most dangerous flashpoints in the world.
Time of India
02-05-2025
- Politics
- Time of India
IAF conducts flypast on the Ganga Expressway in UP amid India-Pakistan tensions after Pahalgam attack
NEW DELHI: The Indian Air Force (IAF) on Friday conducted a major flypast and landing drill on the Ganga Expressway in Uttar Pradesh. The high-profile exercise, involving fighter jets and transport aircraft, was aimed at testing the expressway's capability to serve as an alternative runway during emergencies or wartime. This came amid rising tensions with Pakistan following the Pahalgam terror attack. The Ganga Expressway stands out as the first in India to support both day and night landings of fighter jets. Previously, similar exercises on the Lucknow-Agra and Purvanchal expressways occurred only during daylight. Locals and students gathered to witness the flight demonstrations, which included various IAF aircraft such as Rafale, SU-30 MKI, Mirage-2000, and more. The drills test low fly-pasts, landings, and take-offs under all lighting conditions. This move by the IAF comes just days after terrorists killed 26, mostly tourists, in Jammu and Kashmir's Pahalgam region on April 22. In the aftermath, India's military forces have gone into high alert mode, not just on land but across sea and air domains. The Indian Navy has also significantly ramped up its activity in the Arabian Sea. Multiple warships have conducted successful anti-ship missile firings to demonstrate long-range strike capabilities. Earlier, INS Surat, the newest guided missile destroyer in the Navy's fleet, successfully tested the Medium-Range Surface-to-Air Missile (MR-SAM) system. Jointly developed with Israel, the system is capable of neutralising aerial threats up to 70 kilometres away. The destroyer, equipped with cutting-edge radar and AI systems, was commissioned earlier this year and marks a leap in India's maritime defence strength. The Indian Coast Guard has deployed vessels near the maritime boundary off Gujarat, coordinating closely with the Navy to boost surveillance efforts, as per ANI. "The Indian Coast Guard has also deployed vessels in forward areas near the international maritime boundary off the Gujarat coast. It is working in close coordination with the Navy to enhance surveillance," the defence sources told news agency ANI. Prime Minister Narendra Modi has vowed swift and strong action in response to the Pahalgam killings, pledging that the perpetrators 'would be punished in a way they never imagined'. The National Investigation Agency has now taken over the case to trace the full extent of the terror plot.
Hans India
28-04-2025
- Politics
- Hans India
We're combat-ready
New Delhi: The Indian Navy on Sunday successfully carried out multiple anti-ship missile firings, reaffirming its commitment to protecting the nation's maritime interests. In a statement released on X, the Navy said, "Indian Navy Ships undertook successful multiple anti-ship firings to revalidate and demonstrate readiness of platforms, systems and crew for long range precision offensive strike. Indian Navy stands Combat Ready Credible and Future Ready in safeguarding the nation's maritime interests Anytime Anywhere Anyhow." The tests come against the backdrop of heightened tensions between New Delhi and Islamabad following the terror attack in Jammu and Kashmir's Pahalgam on April 22, where 26 people, mostly tourists, were killed. On Thursday, Navy's latest indigenous guided missile destroyer, INS Surat, also conducted a successful test firing of the Medium-Range Surface-to-Air Missile (MR-SAM) system in the Arabian Sea. The MR-SAM, developed jointly with Israel, is highly effective against surface-to-surface missiles and aerial threats, boasting an interception range of around 70 kilometres. "Indian Navy's latest indigenous guided missile destroyer INS Surat successfully carried out a precision cooperative engagement of a sea-skimming target, marking another milestone in strengthening our defence capabilities," the Navy said. INS Surat, commissioned in January 2025, is the fourth and final Visakhapatnam-class stealth destroyer built under the P15B project. With 75 percent indigenous content, it showcases India's growing self-reliance in defence manufacturing and its advanced capabilities in warship design and development. The warship is equipped with BrahMos and Barak-8 missiles, AI integration, advanced radar systems, and sophisticated network-centric warfare capabilities, marking a significant boost to India's multi-domain maritime strength.
The Print
27-04-2025
- Politics
- The Print
Indian Navy flexes muscle in Arabian Sea with long-range precision anti-ship missile firings
Sources in the defence and security establishment told ThePrint that the firings were part of scheduled operational drills, but in the current security environment, they send a clear message of maritime dominance and deterrence. In a post shared on 'X' amid escalating tensions with Pakistan, the Navy reinforced its commitment to safeguarding the nation's maritime interests: 'Indian Navy stands Combat Ready, Credible and Future Ready — Anytime, Anywhere, Anyhow.' New Delhi: The Indian Navy flexed its muscle Sunday in the Arabian Sea as it successfully carried out multiple long-range precision anti-ship missile firings to demonstrate the combat readiness of its frontline platforms, systems and crew. 'The precision strike capability at sea is vital for maintaining deterrence and securing national interests', they added. Earlier on Thursday, the indigenous destroyer INS Surat successfully test-fired a Medium-Range Surface-to-Air Missile (MR-SAM), underscoring the Navy's operational readiness and reinforcing its layered air-defence grid at sea. These tests come at a time when Pakistan has issued multiple naval warnings, a no-fly zone and a Notice to Airmen/Mariners (NOTAM) for parts of the Arabian Sea on 24 and 25 April in what is being seen as precautionary steps amid the speculation of a possible Indian military action. The neighbouring country has also increased its military presence near its borders with India. For the third consecutive night, Pakistan violated ceasefire, opening unprovoked fire along the Line of Control. 'On the night of 26–27 April, Pakistan commenced unprovoked small arms fire in Tutmari Gali and Rampur sectors, leading to a prompt and effective response from the Indian forces,' an official from the Indian Army informed thePrint. They further pointed out that the forces are sustaining an elevated level of preparedness and are reacting suitably to any aggressive actions. In the Kashmir Valley, the security forces have demolished nine properties linked to active militants and conducted over 100 searches of homes belonging to suspected sympathisers. 'More than 100 individuals were detained during these operations and we are systematically dismantling the support networks that sustain terrorism,' said a source. 'There will be no safe haven for terrorists or their sympathisers.' The Army has been actively engaged in over a dozen counterterrorism operations in Jammu and Kashmir following the Pahalgam massacre. Army chief General Upendra Dwivedi had reached Srinagar Friday to assess the situation and met with commanders on the ground to review security operations. On Saturday, the Army posted a short clip on 'X' with the message, 'Always Prepared, Ever Vigilant.' Similarly, the Indian Air Force (IAF) launched a large-scale war-drill named 'Aakraman' Thursday, focusing on offensive capabilities. 'The exercise is designed to ensure the IAF remains prepared for any eventuality. It involves the deployment of frontline fighter jets, including Rafale and Su-30MKI squadrons, as well as support from AWACS (Airborne Warning and Control Systems), mid-air refuellers, MiG-21 fighters and Garud commandos,' according to an IAF official. (Edited by Tony Rai) Also Read: 'All can see where we stand': Message to the nation by fallen hero Havildar Jhantu Sheikh's father
Time of India
27-04-2025
- Politics
- Time of India
'Combat ready': Indian Navy test fires anti-ship missile in Arabian Sea
NEW DELHI: The Indian Navy on Sunday successfully carried out multiple anti-ship missile firings, reaffirming its commitment to protecting the nation's maritime interests. In a statement released on X, the Navy said, "Indian Navy Ships undertook successful multiple anti-ship firings to revalidate and demonstrate readiness of platforms, systems and crew for long range precision offensive strike. Indian Navy stands Combat Ready Credible and Future Ready in safeguarding the nation's maritime interests Anytime Anywhere Anyhow." — indiannavy (@indiannavy) The tests come under the backdrop of heightened tensions between New Delhi and Islamabad following the terror attack in Jammu and Kashmir's Pahalgam on April 22, where 26 people, mostly tourists, were killed. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Google Brain Co-Founder Andrew Ng, Recommends: Read These 5 Books And Turn Your Life Around Blinkist: Andrew Ng's Reading List Undo On Thursday, Navy's latest indigenous guided missile destroyer, INS Surat, also conducted a successful test firing of the Medium-Range Surface-to-Air Missile (MR-SAM) system in the Arabian Sea. The MR-SAM, developed jointly with Israel, is highly effective against surface-to-surface missiles and aerial threats, boasting an interception range of around 70 kilometres. "Indian Navy's latest indigenous guided missile destroyer INS Surat successfully carried out a precision cooperative engagement of a sea-skimming target, marking another milestone in strengthening our defence capabilities," the Navy said. INS Surat, commissioned in January 2025, is the fourth and final Visakhapatnam-class stealth destroyer built under the P15B project. With 75 percent indigenous content, it showcases India's growing self-reliance in defence manufacturing and its advanced capabilities in warship design and development. The warship is equipped with BrahMos and Barak-8 missiles, AI integration, advanced radar systems, and sophisticated network-centric warfare capabilities, marking a significant boost to India's multi-domain maritime strength. The Navy's recent demonstrations come as India takes a tough stance against terrorism. Prime Minister Narendra Modi, addressing the nation after the Pahalgam attack, promised that terrorists responsible for the killings would be 'identified, tracked, and punished'. He said, 'The punishment will be significant and stringent, which these terrorists would have never even thought about,' and pledged that India's spirit would never be broken by terrorism. The National Investigation Agency (NIA) has since taken over the probe into the Pahalgam attack, intensifying efforts to expose the conspiracy behind one of Kashmir's deadliest terror incidents.
