Indian Defense
A Curious Case About An Anti-India Nexus Trying To Wedge A Gap Between India And USA
The Indian American Muslim Council (IAMC) organized a petition along with 30 other organizations to label India a “Country of Particular Concern” because of “ongoing persecution of minorities.”
A number of the signatories range from questionable to outright hypocritical.
What do the Indian American Muslim Council, Church of Scientology, and Cambodian Development Foundation have in common? The answer lies with an ongoing effort to prevent India and the USA from getting closer.
In his own words:
“On February 4, in Abu Fazal Enclave, I met Khalid Saifi for planning the riots. It was decided to provoke people sitting on the anti-CAA strike. Khalif Saifi said that something big has to be done at the time of Donald Trump’s visit so that the government kneel.”
How was this an anti-Muslim riot when it was clearly a pre-planned riot to damage the image of the BJP and India during a major international visit?
Ground Reality
The main reason why overseas Muslim, Christian, and Scientology organizations can find common ground is that the Modi government enacted a law requiring the 2.3 million NGOs operating in India to disclose any foreign funding.
The Anti-Indian Nexus With Global Left Media As Its Ally
During the Cold War, India was non-aligned, which acted as a natural barrier to close relations with the USA. However, Pakistan was a US ally during the Cold War and later a non-Nato ally, and has enjoyed significant diplomatic, political, media, and lobbying relationships with the USA to this day. Since BJP and Modi came to power in 2014, India has developed improved relations with most of the countries of the world. Narendra Modi went on worldwide diplomatic offensive. India got 99 per cent vote for the resolution on declaration of International Day of Yoga in 2015 by the United Nations.
The gatekeeping of the global media’s India reporting was briefly exposed when the NYT posted a job description for a South Asia correspondent, where the prerequisite should be anti-Modi and anti-Government. It’s worth noting that the NYT job description for Hong Kong correspondent doesn’t mention the CCP’s crackdown on Hong Kong.
Impact On The Biden Administration
Ever since Biden was elected as President in 2020, there has been a significant effort to undermine the QUAD and wedge a gap between India and US relations. China and Pakistan, who have historically enjoyed extensive Washington think tank and lobbying support, are working overtime to achieve this objective.
“Concerns about Indian Government and Modi” is a standard argument in Washington DC think Tanks and lobbies.
We are witnessing a lack of critical thinking in global media and Washington DC. India is a country of 1.3 billion people, 28 states, 164 parties, and various levels of government, yet Modi is to blame for any and all issues the country faces. At the same time, any good news that the Modi government is directly responsible for will be swept under the rug.
This resolution was clearly aimed at pushing an anti-BJP agenda ahead of Secretary of State Antony J. Blinken’s trip to New Delhi, India slated for 28 July 2021. Considering the Delhi riots occurred during Trump’s visit in February 2020, is it possible that anti-Indian forces planned to wreak havoc during this visit as well?
Indian Defense
INS Arihant’s Nuke-Capable K-4 Submarine-Launched Ballistic Missile ‘Ready To Roll’
The solid-fuelled K-4 missile is being developed by DRDO to arm the country’s nuclear-powered submarines in the shape of INS Arihant and its under-development sister vessels. INS Arihant, which became fully operational in November 2018 to complete India’s nuclear triad, is currently armed with the much shorter K-15 missiles with a 750 km range.
“The K-4 is now virtually ready for its serial production to kick-off. The two tests have demonstrated its capability to emerge straight from underwater and undertake its parabolic trajectory,” said a source.
India has the land-based Agni missiles, with the over 5,000-km Agni-V inter-continental ballistic missile now in the process of being inducted, and fighter jets jury-rigged to deliver nuclear weapons. But INS Arihant gives the country’s deterrence posture much more credibility because nuclear-powered submarines armed with nuclear-tipped missiles are considered the most secure, survivable and potent platforms for retaliatory strikes.
Once the K-4 missiles are inducted, they will help India narrow the gap with countries like the US, Russia and China, which have over 5,000-km range SLBMs. The K-4 missiles are to be followed by the K-5 and K-6 missiles in the 5,000-6,000 km range class.
The 6,000-ton INS Arihant, which is propelled by an 83 MW pressurised light-water reactor at its core, in turn, is to be followed by INS Arighat, which was launched in 2017. The next generation of nuclear submarines, currently called S-4 and S-4*, will be much larger in size.
Indian Defense
After Upgradation, Sukhoi Su-30MKI Indigenisation To Reach 78%
India has received clearance to upgrade 84 Sukhoi Su-30MKI fighter jets, which will result in 78% indigenization after the upgrade
In a significant step towards bolstering its military might with indigenously developed technology, India is poised to witness its Russian-origin Sukhoi Su-30MKI fighter jets evolve into a domestic platform. Speaking at a recent lecture.
The upgrade program is being led by Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL) in partnership with the Indian Air Force and other partners. The upgrade is expected to cost US$7.5 billion.
This initiative is a part of a larger effort by the Indian Air Force to modernize its ageing fleet. Air Chief Marshal Chaudhari asserted the critical role of an offensive air force as demonstrated in current global conflicts and emphasized India’s move towards an indigenized arsenal. To this end, the IAF has been proactive, from upgrading its Mirage 2000 to enhancing its MiG-29 fleet.
In summary, the IAF’s commitment to updating their combat forces with the latest technology, including shifting to fifth-generation fighter jets, ensures operational preparedness and a strong deterrence capability. The gradual indigenization of its air fleet marks a pivotal shift in India’s defence landscape, reducing dependency on foreign imports and fostering technological sovereignty.
Indian Defense
Akash Weapon System Exports For The Armenian Armed Forces Gathers Pace
According to unconfirmed reports, Armenia is a top contender for an export order for Akash SAM system manufactured by Bharat Dynamics Limited (BDL).
The Akash export version will also be slightly different from the one inducted by the armed forces. The 100-km range air-to-air Astra missiles, now entering production after successful trials from Sukhoi-30MKI fighters, also have “good export potential”, said sources.
Akash is a “tried, tested and successfully inducted systems”. Indian armed forces have ordered Akash systems worth Rs 24,000 crore over the years, and MoD inked a contract in Mar 2023 of over Rs 9,100 crores for improved Akash Weapon System
BDL is a government enterprise under the Ministry of Defence that was established in 1970. BDL manufactures surface-to-air missiles and delivers them to the Indian Army. BDL also offers its products for export.
Akash Weapon System
The AWS is a Short Range Surface to Air Missile (SRSAM) Air Defence System, indigenously designed and developed by Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO). In order to meet aerial threats, two additional Regiments of AWS with Upgradation are being procured for Indian Army for the Northern borders. Improved AWS has Seeker Technology, Reduced Foot Print, 360° Engagement Capability and improved environmental parameters.
The project will give a boost to the Indian missile manufacturing industry in particular and the indigenous defence manufacturing ecosystem as a whole. The project has overall indigenous content of 82% which will be increased to 93% by 2026-27.
The induction of the improved AWS into the Indian Army will increase India’s self-reliance in Short Range Missile capability. This project will play a role in boosting the overall economy by avoiding outgo of precious foreign exchange to other countries, increasing employment avenues in India and encouraging Indian MSMEs through components manufacturing. Around 60% of the project cost will be awarded to the private industry, including MSMEs, in maintaining the supply chain of the weapon system, thereby creating large scale of direct and indirect employment.
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