BJP's 'geography expert' dig at Mamata's 'Bengal borders Sri Lanka' gaffe
Wednesday, 16 April 2025 West BengalBJP chief Sukanta Majumdar criticized Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee for her claim that Bengal shares a border with Sri Lanka. Majumdar linked this remark to the Supreme Court's decision upholding the cancellation of teacher recruitments due to irregularities. He also expressed concern over violence in Murshidabad and urged the governor to intervene for peace.
The West Bengal polls are shaping into a fierce political contest. As the BJP mounts a serious challenge to Mamata Banerjee’s TMC, the issues of jobs, development, and security dominate the narrative. The West Bengal polls also highlight questions of illegal migration, Bengali Asmita, and governance failures. From Sandeshkhali to RG Kar, and from communal riots to infrastructure apathy, the West Bengal polls will decide whether voters stick with TMC or seek change with BJP. Oneindia’s Pankaj Mishra brings you ground voices with Upamanyu Bhattacharya, a BJP leader from the state.
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Sri Lanka’s International Kite Festival returns after six-year break
Colourful kites in the shapes of animals, flowers and comic characters filled the skies above Colombo on Sunday as Sri Lanka’s International Kite Festival made its return.
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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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