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Ukraine Crisis: Biden Ready To Deploy Troops Near Russia

SinshaJanuary 27, 20220

Tensions between Ukraine and Russia have reached their peak as Russia deploys as many as 100,000 troops on the Ukrainian border. The NATO and United States have described these movements as “unusual.” It is essential to note that despite the warnings from US president Joe Biden and other European leaders, Putin has moved ahead with the invasion. Now, there are speculations that the Biden administration is likely to deploy troops to Eastern Europe and the Baltic regions. Reports said the US government may send its warships and aircraft to these nations. A high-level meeting has reportedly discussed these issues on the Ukraine crisis. The briefing was attended virtually by defence secretary Lloyd Austin and Joint chiefs of staff Gen. Mark Milley. As per reports, the US may dep...

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India Debunks Chinese Propaganda Video

Monomita NagJanuary 13, 20220

Galwan Valley has been a friction point between Chinese and Indian soldiers for a long time now. China, in association with the People's Liberation Army (PLA), has always been desperate for letting its people and the world know that they are in full occupation of the region. As a result, a video was released depicting Chinese troops sending new year greetings to its people from the Galwan Valley, only to be debunked as purported video propaganda. The video was posted at a time when China implemented its new Land Border Law on January 1. Just after 3 days, India busted this propaganda by releasing a photo of 30 soldiers holding a tricolour at the same spot. Even another Indian flag was seen fluttering high on a pole near an observation post. It is stated that the photos were taken on J...

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China To Overtake Bhutan’s Land, Two-Storey Buildings Built At Six Places In The Disputed Border

Gunjan ChaudharyJanuary 13, 20220

China is moving fast on its policy of encroaching on the land and resources of neighboring countries. Bhutan became the new victim of China. China is speeding up its construction of approximately 200 structures, including two-storey buildings, along its disputed border with Bhutan, according to satellite image analysis by news agency Reuters. China is carrying out these new constructions at six places in the disputed border area. Images and analysis provided to Reuters by an American data analytics firm show that China is carrying out these new construction works in the disputed border areas with Bhutan. The HawkEye-360 uses satellite images to gather intelligence on-ground activities occurring in the area. Chris Biggers, the director of mission, Hawkeye-360, says that China's cons...

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Taliban Deploys Suicide Squad On The Afghan-China Border

SinshaJanuary 7, 20220

Afghanistan’s Taliban regime has reportedly deployed a suicide squad near the border with China and Tajikistan. According to the deputy governor of Badakhshan province, the battalion has been named ‘Lashkar-e-Mansoori.’ The Taliban leader said that the battalion has been deployed in the region that borders Tajikistan and China. It’s reportedly the same squad that had also conducted suicide attacks against the previous Afghan government. The Taliban leader claimed that the suicide bomber battalion was instrumental in the Taliban’s victory over the US. The deputy governor of Badakhshan, Mullah Nisar Ahmad Ahmadi said that, “The defeat of the US would not be possible without this battalion. These brave men would wear explosive waistcoats and would detonate the US bases in Afghanistan. ...

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Iran Launches Rocket Into Space; Deets Inside!

SinshaJanuary 3, 20220

Iran used a satellite launch rocket to send three research devices into space on December 30. The Simorgh (Phoenix) satellite carrier rocket launched the devices at an altitude of 470km. Ahmad Hosseini, the spokesman of Defence Ministry in Iran said that, “The simorgh satellite launcher carried three research cargos into space. The intended research objectives of this launch were achieved. This was done as a preliminary launch. God willing, we will have a operational launch soon.“ Ahmed Hosseini However, Hosseini and other officials remained silent on the status of the objects suggesting the rocket had fallen short of placing its payload into the right orbit. State TV showed footage of what it said was the firing of the launch vehicle from the Imam Khomeini Space Center. Washington ...

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To Counter China, India Tests Fire Agni -P Ballistic Missile Successfully

Monomita NagDecember 25, 20210

Amid the border tension with China and in response to their test firing of a nuclear Anti-ship Ballistic Missile last year, India had successfully flight-tested a new generation nuclear-capable ballistic Missile Agni-P on Dec18. It can cover a distance of 1000 to 2000 kms. It is also reported that the Missile has been developed to target war ship of an enemy country in the Indo- Pacific. It is a small version of Agni class Missile, lightweight, and can be moved anywhere in the country as it is needed. The Missile comes with excellent storage and launching facilities. While it can be stored for a prolonged period, its launching is possible by road as well as by rail. This being the second successful test of the Missile, it was first tested in June 2020. But this successful test fligh...

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Who Will Be India’s New Chief Defence Staff?

SinshaDecember 13, 20210

Death of general Bipin Rawat in a helicopter crash in Tamil Nadu has created an unprecedented void in the Indian military hierarchy. General Rawat also served as the secretary of newly created department of military affairs. Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi chaired a meeting of the cabinet committee on security on 8th of December. PM Modi and other CCS (Cabinet Committee Security) members were briefed about General Bipin Rawat's death. Some reports suggests that the succession issue was also discussed in the CCS meet. General Rawat was chosen as India's first chief of defense staff and assumed office on January 1, 2020. Reports suggests that there is no immediate line of succession mapped out to choose the next CDS. Military chiefs of the army, Navy, and Air force have vice chief...

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Russia Begins S-400 Delivery To India

SinshaNovember 18, 20210

Russia has initiated the delivery of the S-400 air defense system to India. It is likely to arrive in the first week of December in India. This new initiative may coincide with the visit of Russian President Vladimir Putin to India. Putin will be in New Delhi to renew military-technical cooperation between the two sides for the next decade. The S-400 is a complex Air defense missile. This missile is a system consisting of radars, control systems, and different types of missiles which was developed in the 1990s by Russia's Almaz Central Design Bureau as an upgrade of the S-300 series of surface-to-air missile systems. It has been in service with the Russian Armed Force since 2007. The S400 defense system is equipped with targeting systems, multifunctioning radars, autonomous detection, An...

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Army Ready To Acquire 30 Predator Drones From America, To Be Announced Soon

Gunjan ChaudharyOctober 27, 20210

The Indian Army is going to acquire 30 MQ 9A Predator drones from the US to keep its borders safe from the enemy or to give a befitting reply to any infiltration and attack. It is possible that this defense deal may be announced in the meeting between the two countries to be held in December. According to officials, Defense Minister Rajnath Singh and External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar will meet their counterparts Antony Blinken and Lloyd Austil in Washington in December. This important announcement can be made during this bilateral dialogue. The acquisition of the Predator drone assumes significance in view of the growing unrest in the Indo-Pacific against the Taliban's rule over Afghanistan and China's aggressive stance. Prime Minister Narendra Modi has also met US officials i...

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