'Tamil Nadu's demand for retrieving Katchatheevu ignored': MK Stalin targets PM Modi after Sri Lanka visit
Monday, 7 April 2025 Tamil Nadu chief minister MK Stalin criticized Prime Minister Narendra Modi for not addressing the state's concerns about the fishermen issue and the retrieval of the Katchatheevu islet during his visit to Sri Lanka. Despite these setbacks, the Tamil Nadu government plans to continue supporting the fishermen and is implementing new initiatives to aid them.
Colombo, Sri Lanka: Indians living in Sri Lanka are reaching Taj Samudra to welcome PM Narendra Modi in celebration of his arrival. 500 people will reach Taj Samudra today to welcome PM Narendra Modi. Both Indians and Sri Lankans will be present in this and these people are reaching here in...
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South China Sea Breaking: In a significant escalation of defensive capabilities, Taiwan has officially formed its first combat-ready HIMARS rocket unit. This move is designed to strengthen deterrence against increasing threats and military pressure from China. Taiwan's Defense Minister, Wellington Koo, lauded the new unit as a "significant boost" to the island's defensive power, underscoring the strategic importance of this deployment. The soldiers operating these advanced systems have completed specialized training in the United States, highlighting the close military cooperation between Washington and Taipei.
The M142 High Mobility Artillery Rocket System (HIMARS) is a game-changer for Taiwan's military. It can fire six 227mm rockets or a single Army Tactical Missile System (ATACMS) missile, the latter boasting a range of up to 300 kilometers. This impressive range means that key military and strategic targets deep within mainland China's coastal provinces are now potentially within Taiwan's strike capability. Reports suggest that Taiwan may have already acquired these long-range ATACMS missiles, a detail that is sure to alarm military planners in Beijing.
This deployment is part of a larger arms deal with the U.S., with 11 of a total 29 HIMARS systems already delivered. The move aligns with America's broader strategy to build a strong coalition in the Indo-Pacific to counter China's growing military and economic dominance. While the HIMARS system has proven its devastating effectiveness in the Ukraine conflict, analysts note that China's more advanced air defense systems could pose a greater challenge. The activation of this unit comes as Chinese military aircraft and vessels continue to cross the sensitive median line of the Taiwan Strait, prompting regular intrusion warnings from Taipei and keeping the region on high alert.
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