India finally bags a $375 million deal for exporting BrahMos supersonic missile to the Philippines
Akankshya MUKHERJEE – Mumbai Uncensored, 15th January 2022:
The Philippines confirms on Friday that they will be acquiring 3 Batteries of the BrahMos cruise missile, which was developed both by Russia and India. The deal is worth a $375 Million, it is viewed as a development which can boost India’s efforts to becoming a major exporter of Defence Hardware. The Philippine Defence secretary Mr Delfin Lorenzana has recently signed the “Notice of Award” which is the acceptance of this proposal for supplying this missile. It will be supplied for the Philippine Navy’s shore based anti-ship missile acquisition project.
The Government of India has negotiated to the delivery of 3 batteries, training for operators, maintainers and necessary Integrated Logistics Support package as mentioned in Mr Delfin Lorenzana’s Facebook post. The BrahMos dela was conceptualized as of 2017, the Philippine President’s office approved in the Horizon 2 Priority Projects in 2020 for inclusion. This is the first ever contract to export a 290km range BrahMos missiles, such a deal will also lead a way for more such deals from other ASEAN (Association of Southeast Asian Nations) members such as Vietnam and Indonesia.
This deal also saw a strategical backdrop of China’s expansionism and strong arm-tactics with other nations in the South China Sea. This contract is for the Navy for the purpose of coastal defence, another contract expected can be for their military and similar talks continue for exporting BrahMos missiles to Indonesia is at an advanced stage.
Other countries have also shown their interest in acquiring the BrahMos Missile, it can be viewed on emerging as the precision strike weapon of choice. Countries such as UAE, Saudi Arabia and South Africa have shown their interests. India plans to sell the indigenously developed, Akash Missile systems which can interpret helicopters, drones, subsonic cruise missile and hostile aircrafts at the range of 25km to countries such as Kenya, Bahrain, Saudi Arabia, UAE, Vietnam, Philippines, Indonesia, and Algeria. The BrahMos missile have been deployed in eastern Ladakh and Arunachal Pradesh during an on-going military confrontation with China, its being extended from 290km originally to 350/400km.
The Indian armed forces have placed orders of Rs.36000 crore for the BrahMos missile over years, the Army has 4 BrahMos regiments as of now and another one has been added. The Navy on the other hand has equipped 11 of its frontline warships, which includes destroyer INS Vishakhapatnam with the BrahMos vertical launch systems. THE IAF includes 2 land-based BrahMos squadrons, with a sleeker air launched version which progressively fits on the Sukhoi-30MKI fighter jets.
One of the potential areas to use BrahMos by the Philippines is South China Sea. The Permanent Act of Arbitration in Hague ruled that specific portion of the south China Sea has been claimed by China and Philippines which belonged to Philippines alone in 2016. China rejects this and continues to send their vessels into the disputed water. Former Indian Navy Chief, Admiral Arun Prakash says it was a long- delayed decision, this can alter the Indo-China strategic equation. By such deals India is helping to bolster their security and also give China a taste of their medicine. We are awaiting such confirmations form Vietnam and Indonesia.
Fortuitous Combination of Birth Dates Turns Ordinary Ticket into Millionaire Maker
In a stroke of unimaginable luck, a man from Kerala, India, clinched a whopping Rs.33 crore jackpot in the UAE, all thanks to a serendipitous choice of numbers. The 50-year-old winner, identified as Sunil Kumar, purchased a lottery ticket for the UAE Big Ticket Draw, selecting numbers that bore significant personal meaning – his children’s birth dates.
The fortuitous combination of birth dates transformed an ordinary lottery ticket into a life-changing windfall, as Kumar emerged as the sole winner of the eye-watering prize. His decision to infuse sentimental value into his ticket by choosing numbers associated with his children’s special milestones paid off in the most extraordinary manner possible.
The news of Kumar’s incredible win has sent waves of excitement and inspiration throughout Kerala and beyond, underscoring the unpredictable yet exhilarating nature of lottery games. As Kumar basks in the glow of his newfound fortune, his story serves as a testament to the age-old adage: sometimes, luck truly does favor the bold – or in this case, the sentimental.
Bishamber Yadav, Mumbai Uncensored, 27th June 2023:
In 2021, the two first connected on Instagram, and their friendship quickly became into love. Barbara, who had fallen in love with Malik, arrived in India with a tourist visa with a 2027 expiration date
Love has no limitations. In order to marry her lover, whom she met while playing the online game PUBG, Seema Haider snuck into India with her children. Her story has made headlines. In a similar vein, a 19-year-old Pakistani woman named Iqra travelled to India last year to be with her Bengaluru-based sweetheart, whom she met while participating in an online Ludo game.
A 49-year-old Polish woman recently travelled to India to live with her Indian partner in Jharkhand’s Hazaribag after becoming friends with him on Instagram
In 2021, the two first connected on Instagram, and their friendship quickly became into love. Barbara arrived in India with a tourist visa that is good until 2027 after falling in love with Malik.
Now that they have both made the decision to get married, they have both filed a marriage application with the Hazaribag Sub Divisional Magistrate (SDM) Court. She and her husband have a divorce. Shadab is already known as “dad” by Barbara’s daughter.
The community is in full gear with wedding preparations for Barbara and Shabad. Barbara expressed her opinion that Shadab is a wonderful and kind person. She lauded India, calling it a stunning nation. Barbara responded that Hazaribag is a tiny city and a decent location to live when questioned about it.
“I felt like a celebrity when I first arrived in Hazaribag because so many people came to visit me. I have a nice job, a car, and my own home. Despite coming to India and Hajaribag for Shadab Alam, I am from Poland. I’m delighted with him. We’re getting married very soon,” Barbara announced.
‘Eat Like Punjabi’ Restaurant owned by Mika Singh (Amrik Singh) in Andheri West found operating without licenses, illegal activities uncovered including Hookah Parlour inside their premises.
Siddhant Mohite, Mumbai Uncensored, Date: July 6, 2023
Mumbai Uncensored News has uncovered a startling revelation regarding a popular restaurant known as ‘Eat Like Punjabi’ located in (Bungalow No. 190) SVP Nagar Mhada, Andheri West. Through a meticulous investigation, it has come to light that the establishment has been operating without obtaining the necessary licenses and permissions required by law. This information has been substantiated by a legal document, specifically a Summons issued to the accused person, Amrik Ajmer Singh, in the metropolitan magistrate court, under case no. 5500689/ss/2023. Sources have claimed that Amrik Singh is actually ‘Mika Singh, the famous bollywood singer.
During our investigation, it was discovered that ‘Eat Like Punjabi’ is situated within a bungalow, with the restaurant occupying the ground floor. However, further probing into the matter has revealed a series of illegal activities taking place within the same premises. On the first floor of the bungalow, a ‘dance floor’ catering to private parties has been operating. Neighbors have complained about loud music emanating from the dance floor, disturbing the peace until midnight.
Delving deeper into the issue, we uncovered the existence of an illegal ‘Hookah Parlour’ on the bungalow’s second floor. Shockingly, this establishment has been running without obtaining any requisite licenses or permissions from the government authorities. Moreover, the Hookah Parlour has been operating till 5 am in the morning, a clear violation of the law. Local citizens have repeatedly lodged complaints with the police helpline, citing loud noise and disturbances caused by intoxicated individuals visiting the hookah parlour between 11 pm and 5 am.
In a recent development, sources have informed us about a raid conducted by the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) and the Fire Department. As a result of the raid, all the Hookah pots and illegal tobacco flavors have been seized and taken into custody. This action by the authorities demonstrates their commitment to upholding the law and curbing unlawful activities within the city.
The revelation of ‘Eat Like Punjabi’ restaurant’s operation without obtaining the necessary licenses, coupled with the discovery of the unlicensed dance floor and illegal Hookah Parlour, underscores the need for stringent enforcement of regulations in the hospitality industry. Such practices not only compromise public safety and disrupt the lives of local residents but also erode the trust placed in establishments to operate within the bounds of the law.
The authorities’ swift action in seizing the illegal materials sends a strong message that unauthorized activities will not be tolerated. It is expected that further legal proceedings will take place as a result of this investigation, ensuring that the responsible parties face the appropriate consequences for their actions.
Mumbai Uncensored News remains committed to shedding light on such issues and holding accountable those who disregard the law. We will continue to follow this case closely and provide updates as they unfold.
Amrik Singh is Mika Singh (Source: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mika_Singh) Photo Source: Wikipedia