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- 10 Dec 1999 10:56
- Forum: Military Issues Archive
- Topic: IAF vs PAF: Some observations on attrition
- Replies: 24
- Views: 13488
Re: IAF vs PAF: Some observations on attrition
An interesting note from AWST about Chinese capabilities.It said that while the Israeli,Indian and paki pilots flew their aircraft to the limits of their envelope to master them,the Chinese rarely if ever flew their aircraft in similar fsashion ,because their pilots did not want anything to go wrong...
- 09 Dec 1999 20:26
- Forum: Nuclear Issues Archive
- Topic: Chagai tests and the PU sample
- Replies: 20
- Views: 10205
Re: Chagai tests and the PU sample
Ramanna,an excellent piece of deduction.You have put your finger on the spot with the reference to the statement by Kohl and Co.which was incorrect-paki tests.It reminds me of the dog that did not bark in a Sherlock Holmes story!To me,it appears that the nexus between pak and China goes beyond what ...
- 20 Oct 1999 08:45
- Forum: Strategic & Security Issues Archive
- Topic: Strategic Affairs - III
- Replies: 20
- Views: 11399
Re: Strategic Affairs - III
Well,Clinton is coming as a Tourist-to-be.His role in world affairs is ending pretty soon.There is no popint in negotiating with a failing bank.What India should do is to strengthen it's position during the run up to the US elections and then negotiate from a considerable position of strength wiht t...
- 19 Oct 1999 10:38
- Forum: Strategic & Security Issues Archive
- Topic: Strategic Folder III-A
- Replies: 31
- Views: 14236
Re: Strategic Folder III-A
Looking at economic cooperation with the US and the west,another round of nuclear tests would anger them a lot.Testing of our delivery systems will not provoke such an angry response.Testing an ABM system cannot under any circumstances be considered dstabilising as the US is fervently engaged in a m...
- 19 Oct 1999 09:03
- Forum: Strategic & Security Issues Archive
- Topic: Strategic Affairs - III
- Replies: 20
- Views: 11399
Re: Strategic Affairs - III
"...a blank check..".Frankly,I disagree.Our govt has been very cautitious with respect to displaying our nuclear deterrent,it's development, in comparison with pakistan and China.Looking back carefully,it has had to test in order to check the runaway braggadacio of our martial neighbour.A ...
- 16 Oct 1999 09:27
- Forum: Strategic & Security Issues Archive
- Topic: Strategic Folder III-A
- Replies: 31
- Views: 14236
Re: Strategic Folder III-A
ramanna is right.Bigger and better bombs without perfecting the delivery systems are of little use and do not impress anyone.We have to demonstrate that we can reach any part of the globe with impunity if desired with our missiles,aircraft and subs.Once that fact is firmly drummed into the heads of ...
- 11 Oct 1999 01:01
- Forum: Nuclear Issues Archive
- Topic: Yield of Pokhran II ?
- Replies: 37
- Views: 15064
Re: Yield of Pokhran II ?
By George!Did we goof up!Then what did ABV say "we have a big/bigger bomb"after the second round of tests,that was quickly cut off in media reports later as an unwanted leak?The reasoning for this was that a bigger H-bomb was to have been tested in case the first failed,but that after the ...
- 10 Oct 1999 23:46
- Forum: Strategic & Security Issues Archive
- Topic: Strategic Affairs - II
- Replies: 27
- Views: 14665
Re: Strategic Affairs - II
I do not for a moment think that the IN proposes building an equivalent to Seawolf!We do not have that kind of money,but are using innovation to establish our modest triad which will suffice for us.It is a fact that we can build much at cheaper cost than the developed nations.For instance,the recent...
- 10 Oct 1999 19:44
- Forum: Strategic & Security Issues Archive
- Topic: China - Doctrine of Deterrence
- Replies: 2
- Views: 4376
China - Doctrine of Deterrence
The Far Eastern Economic Review has this insightful artciel on china's display of military might at it's 50th B'day bash in Beijing.While many western observers were not impressed with Chinese arms on display,China's doctrine of deterrence is one that in some ways looks familiar where India is conce...
- 09 Oct 1999 10:42
- Forum: Strategic & Security Issues Archive
- Topic: Strategic Affairs - II
- Replies: 27
- Views: 14665
Re: Strategic Affairs - II
I've been following this interesting folder,very relevant to the new situation after the expected victory for the NDA.There are a few points I'd like to get out of my system before getting into the meat of the discussion.<P>First,I think that it would be a mistake for the NDA to pursue the "for...
- 09 Oct 1999 10:42
- Forum: Strategic & Security Issues Archive
- Topic: Strategic Affairs - II
- Replies: 27
- Views: 14665
Re: Strategic Affairs - II
I've been following this interesting folder,very relevant to the new situation after the expected victory for the NDA.There are a few points I'd like to get out of my system before getting into the meat of the discussion.<P>First,I think that it would be a mistake for the NDA to pursue the "for...
- 09 Oct 1999 09:10
- Forum: Mil-Tech Archive
- Topic: Ghauri II -- Liquid Fuelled -- Analysis
- Replies: 11
- Views: 8612
Re: Ghauri II -- Liquid Fuelled -- Analysis
Did we work out some deal with N.Korea?After it was exposed as furnishing pak with it's weaponry,further exposes,show trials etc. would've made it impossible for it to work out a deal with the US-food,aid for missile restraint.
- 28 Sep 1999 08:59
- Forum: The Kargil Archive
- Topic: Why didn't we try Harriers in Kargil mountains?
- Replies: 42
- Views: 45862
Re: Why didn't we try Harriers in Kargil mountains?
The Sea Harriers in IN service are designated as FRS-1.Fighter, Reconnaissance,Strike.In TRIAMPH-99,the amphibious exercises held earlier this year,the Sea harriers were used in attacking mock targets ashore in support of ground troops.The USMC uses thier Harriers exclusively for that role.FRS-2 Sea...
- 27 Sep 1999 00:26
- Forum: The Kargil Archive
- Topic: Why didn't we try Harriers in Kargil mountains?
- Replies: 42
- Views: 45862
Re: Why didn't we try Harriers in Kargil mountains?
To recap on what I've said,it appears that no one asked for the Harriers to be tried in Kargil.The reasons given are relevant to the then situation.The IN had it's own agenda and ops taking place in the Arabian Sea and we don't have too many Harriers as well.However an opportunity was missed,perhaps...
- 25 Sep 1999 07:27
- Forum: The Kargil Archive
- Topic: Why didn't we try Harriers in Kargil mountains?
- Replies: 42
- Views: 45862
Re: Why didn't we try Harriers in Kargil mountains?
Awake,awake,Shiv!Yes,the first thought that struck me about the difficulties encountered at Kargil was that of hitting very small targets at that altitude,very close to the LOC,in bad weather,which with conventional aircraft would prove difficult,if not almost impossible.Secondly,the helicopters wer...
- 20 Sep 1999 09:11
- Forum: Military Issues Archive
- Topic: IAF strategy and capability assessment by SIPRI
- Replies: 6
- Views: 5807
Re: IAF strategy and capability assessment by SIPRI
Tim is right ,the article appears to be very dated.It would be interesting to know if Arnett has updated his writings in the aftermath of Kargil.I like what Tim has written in the Monitor on the afternath iof kargil.<BR> <BR>There is really no "cure" for an adversary who despite his inferi...
- 19 Sep 1999 08:35
- Forum: Strategic & Security Issues Archive
- Topic: RAW, Mossad developing strong strategic relations
- Replies: 19
- Views: 12940
Re: RAW, Mossad developing strong strategic relations
As long as the back scratching is mutual,it's fine.Label it whichever way you want to.However on the issue of allowing a foreign country to use Indian military bases,it must be remembered that even in the heydays of Indo-Soviet friendship Mrs.G never allowed the Soviets bases anywhere.In fact the So...
- 09 Sep 1999 19:12
- Forum: The Kargil Archive
- Topic: Is the Army Covering Up? From India Today
- Replies: 9
- Views: 20335
Re: Is the Army Covering Up? From India Today
The India Today article is the first time that the magazine which is a supporter of the govt's position on many issues has come out questioning the army's version of events.The Indian Express in a front page article said that while there were no specific letter addressed to the COAS by Singh,warning...
- 18 Aug 1999 09:18
- Forum: Mil-Tech Archive
- Topic: Trisonics operate MiG-25R or MiG-25RB?
- Replies: 18
- Views: 9505
Re: Trisonics operate MiG-25R or MiG-25RB?
Fascinating thought of using th MIG-25 as a nuclear bomber.I guess that the missile armed MIG-25 would be a better option if we could cobble together a suitable missile.It depends I suppose upon the warhead size.<P>Now for the tidbit about the Delhi's DC rails.Aren't there are two rails atop the han...
- 13 Aug 1999 08:17
- Forum: Nuclear Issues Archive
- Topic: India's Command Structure: Nuke Attack Scenario
- Replies: 14
- Views: 7982
Re: India's Command Structure: Nuke Attack Scenario
Here I think is an opportunity for the country's politicians to work together to perfect such a command system as this is not a partisan issue.Whatever govt of the day is in power it will have to face these hard truths as long as we have mentally deranged nuclear neighbours like pakistan.<P>First,wh...
- 09 Aug 1999 23:53
- Forum: Mil-Tech Archive
- Topic: Info on the Novator Biryuza / Alfa
- Replies: 6
- Views: 4202
Re: Info on the Novator Biryuza / Alfa
This was revealed by the USN some time ago,probably when the first sub/subs were in Russia prior to delivery to entice them into buying the Kilos.
- 08 Aug 1999 09:11
- Forum: Mil-Tech Archive
- Topic: Info on the Novator Biryuza / Alfa
- Replies: 6
- Views: 4202
Re: Info on the Novator Biryuza / Alfa
Thanks Sandeep for the info on the Biryuza/Alfa.Incidentally the Alfa/SS-N-27 has already been fired from Iranian Kilos in Russia.There is no reason why they could not have been/will be fired from Indian refitted Kilos.As the report says there was competition between the Yakhont and the Alfa/SS-N-27...
- 25 Jul 1999 09:02
- Forum: Strategic & Security Issues Archive
- Topic: A few questions on LTTE, Saudi Arabia
- Replies: 22
- Views: 12658
Re: A few questions on LTTE, Saudi Arabia
Steering the thread back on track.What's the latest on the Saudi airlift of military material into Kabul?there is a massive build up of "Taliban" warriors who are planning on driving out the last vestiges of the opposition from that country.Is this part of the grand Axis (Saudi-Pak-etc)str...
- 24 Jul 1999 07:40
- Forum: Strategic & Security Issues Archive
- Topic: A few questions on LTTE, Saudi Arabia
- Replies: 22
- Views: 12658
Re: A few questions on LTTE, Saudi Arabia
Johann has made some interesting points which are pretty accurate.Let me add a few more.<P>Before Ceylon achieved Independence,the country had two Tamil communities.The indigenous Tamils in the North,who are commonly called "Jaffna Tamils",though the Dutch census calls them Tamils of "...