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Business Standard
2 days ago
- Business
- Business Standard
Explained: Türkiye unveils Gazap, its most powerful non-nuclear bomb yet
Türkiye has reportedly developed its most powerful conventional non-nuclear aircraft bomb to date, the Gazap, weighing 970 kg, according to a report by TRT Global. The Gazap bomb is engineered to disperse fragment explosions with enhanced efficiency. Compatible for deployment from F-16 fighter jets The Gazap bomb's blast radius and impact power provide it with offensive capacity. It is also compatible for deployment from F-16 fighter jets, reinforcing Türkiye's growing aerial strike capabilities. Developed by the National Defence Ministry's research and development (R&D) centre, it disperses 10.16 fragment explosions per metre (3.2 feet), compared to the previous standard of 3 metres (9.8 feet). Alongside Gazap, Türkiye also unveiled the NEB-2 Ghost, a new-generation bunker-buster bomb, at the International Defence Industry Fair (IDEF) 2025 held in Istanbul. The NEB-2 Ghost, which weighs 970 kilograms (2,000 pounds), has been described as 'the best bunker-buster in the field".This bomb is specially designed to penetrate reinforced concrete targets and, like the Gazap, can be launched from F-16 aircraft. During a recent test, the NEB-2 was dropped on an island, where it penetrated 90 metres (295 feet), causing landslides, gas leaks, and the destruction of rock formations on an island measuring 160 metres (524 feet) in diameter. An official told TRT that the explosion, which normally takes 25 milliseconds, was timed to 240 milliseconds, making it more destructive. The extended delay in detonation time substantially increased the bomb's destructive force. Tayfun Block 4: Türkiye debuts first hypersonic ballistic missile Earlier this week, Türkiye also introduced its first hypersonic ballistic missile, the Tayfun Block 4, during the same defence expo. This missile is a hypersonic version of the Tayfun, Türkiye's longest-range indigenously produced ballistic missile. Developed by Turkish defence manufacturer Roketsan, the Tayfun Block 4 measures 6.5 metres in length, weighs 2,300 kilograms, and has a reported range of 800 kilometres, according to Turkey Today.
Yahoo
21-07-2025
- General
- Yahoo
Officials search for answers amid surge in terrifying encounters between people and wild animals: 'Maintaining a fence is very expensive'
Officials search for answers amid surge in terrifying encounters between people and wild animals: 'Maintaining a fence is very expensive' There are some parts of Africa where encounters with wild animals are becoming more common, and people have a lot to worry about. What's happening? According to TRT Global, a Kenyan farmer named Samuel Mwangi had a terrifying run-in with a jackal last December. He was walking a familiar path near his home when the animal jumped out of the bushes and bit him on the head. Samuel fought back with his machete and killed the jackal. He survived, but not without injuries. Stories like Samuel's are becoming more common, and there's a big reason this is happening more often: Wild animals are losing their space. As more people move into areas that used to be wild, animals are getting squeezed out. On top of that, drought and climate change are drying up food and water sources. So, animals wander into villages and farms looking for something to eat, and that's when they cross paths with people. Why Is This So Concerning? This isn't just happening in Kenya. Zimbabwe, South Africa, Tanzania, and other countries also report frequent and sometimes deadly human-wildlife clashes. Most of these happen in areas near wildlife reserves and parks. What makes this even more complicated is that these same animals are a huge part of the tourism industry, which means they help bring in money and jobs, but they're also putting nearby communities at risk. What's being done to help? Kenya has a program that provides money to help these people pay their medical bills, but fixing this issue isn't just about compensation. Kenya is also working to prevent attacks in the first place by using specialized infrastructure and patrolling. Still, keeping up with all of this is expensive and difficult, so that's why education is also a big part of the plan. Officials are using radio, TV, and social media to teach communities how to stay safe and what to do when wildlife is nearby. "Maintaining a fence is very expensive," said Dr. Richard Chepkwony, Director of Policy, Research and Innovation at Kenya Wildlife Service. The bottom line Living alongside wild animals comes with risks, but it's also part of what makes these places so special. If we want to protect both people and wildlife, countries will need to keep investing in smart solutions that keep everyone safe and allow nature to thrive. Should the government be paying people to hunt invasive species? Definitely Depends on the animal No way Just let people do it for free Click your choice to see results and speak your mind. Join our free newsletter for good news and useful tips, and don't miss this cool list of easy ways to help yourself while helping the planet. Solve the daily Crossword
India.com
11-07-2025
- Business
- India.com
Pakistan in panic mode as India considers to purchase Russian SU-57 fighter jet, struggles to get Chinese J-35, now puts last hope on...
Pakistan was claiming for a long time that it would soon get J-35 fighter jets from China. These jets are known as fifth-generation fighter aircraft, which are very modern and advanced. But now, Pakistan's Defence Minister has clearly said that Pakistan is not buying J-35 jets from China and there are two main reasons behind this change. First, the pressure from the United States, and second, China is not ready to deliver these jets so quickly. Earlier also, experts had said that Pakistan was just making big promises and it was not possible for China to deliver such advanced jets in a few months. Meanwhile, India's Defence Secretary said that India is seriously thinking about buying fifth-generation fighter jets from a friendly country. As Russian President Vladimir Putin is expected to visit India soon, many believe that India might buy the Su-57 fighter jet from Russia to meet its urgent needs. However, there is no official confirmation about this deal yet. Pakistan may ask China to give them J-20 'Mighty Dragon' stealth fighter A former fighter pilot of the Pakistan Air Force (PAF) and defence expert, Air Commodore (Retd) Khalid Chishti, has said that if China delays the delivery of the J-35A jets, then Pakistan may ask China to give them J-20 'Mighty Dragon' stealth fighter jets instead. These J-20 jets are also advanced fifth-generation aircraft. Pakistan's New Drama over Fifth-Generation Fighter Jets Pakistan Air Force (PAF) was earlier claiming that it would get 40 J-35A stealth fighter jets (the export version of China's FC-31) within a few months. However, earlier reports had suggested that Pakistan may only get these jets by 2027, not anytime soon. In an interview with TRT Global, retired Air Commodore Khalid Chishti, a Pakistani defence expert, said, 'Pakistan does not have access to any other fifth-generation jets, so if India gets the SU-57E from Russia, then Pakistan will have to depend completely on China.' The J-20 is China's most advanced fifth-generation stealth fighter jet. It has been made only for the Chinese Air Force and is not for sale to other countries. So far, China has never sold the J-20 to anyone, and it has also never tried to sell it. What if Pakistan gets the J-20? Even though the chances of Pakistan getting China's J-20 fighter jet are very low, let's imagine what could happen if it actually does. Suppose China agrees to give the J-20 to Pakistan, Pakistan will face many problems. The J-20 is a very advanced jet, and using it would not be easy for Pakistan. Because: Pakistan will need a very well-trained pilots to fly it New airbases with longer runways Modern radar and air defense systems Advanced ground equipment And new types of missiles specially made for the J-20 Pakistan would also have to spend a lot of money to build all this support infrastructure. What is India doing in this race? India, too, has been discussing the need for a fifth-generation fighter jet for a long time. But unlike Pakistan, India doesn't have a money problem. For India, the challenges are more about strategy and geopolitics. India's own jet project, called AMCA, is still under development and may not be ready before 2035. So for now, India has two options: The Russian Su-57E The American F-35
