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China supplies mounted howitzers to Pak to maintain arms parity with India

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China supplies mounted howitzers to Pak to maintain arms parity with India

To ensure Pakistan continues its confrontation with India, Islamabad has received the first batch of Chinese-made vehicle-mounted howitzers to counter India’s K-9 King Kong howitzers. Beijing has also supplied Rawalpindi with NORINCO AR-1 300mm multiple rocket launchers for the Pakistani army to respond to the Indian rocket launchers. The total contract value is approximately $512 million.

The supply of conventional weapons systems, fighter jets, destroyers, and even a preference for DF-17 hypersonic missiles to counter India’s latest acquisition of the S-400 air defense system are all part of Beijing’s long-term strategy to keep the Rawalpindi GHQ in a state of Permanent confrontation of India. This strategy has paid dividends for the Beijing regime in the past, as it forced India to be vigilant along its western border, which is far superior to China, whether in international forums, military or nuclear parity Heavyweight. Since the 1990s, Beijing’s role in developing Pakistan as a nuclear state and in clandestinely supplying delivery systems is well-documented.

According to reports, Pakistan signed a contract with Chinese weapons giant North Industries Corporation in 2019 to provide 236 SH-15 155mm vehicle-mounted howitzers in addition to AR-1 heavy rocket launchers. In addition to artillery, the contract includes the supply and technology transfer of various ammunition, including extended-range and guided artillery shells with a range of 53 kilometers. Apparently, this supply is to increase the firepower of the Pakistani army on the western border, especially to heat up the Line of Control in Jammu and Kashmir should the existing ceasefire break down or send a message to Kashmir.

China is reportedly supplying Pakistan with DF-17 mobile solid-fuel intermediate-range ballistic missiles to upgrade Rawalpindi’s ballistic missile systems, as most existing radars have difficulty tracking hypersonic missiles, as are existing surface-to-air missiles Difficult to engage systems include the S-400 system. Mounted on a hypersonic glide vehicle, the DF-17 is said to combine maneuverability and high speed, which presents a significant challenge to conventional missile defense. Since 2014, China has conducted at least nine tests of the DF-17 missile, which it says has a range of 1,950 kilometers and a speed of at least five times the speed of sound, or Mach 5.

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While India also tested its scramjet-powered Hypersonic Technology Demonstration Vehicle (HSTDV) on September 7, 2020 to launch hypersonic missiles, Chinese supplies will apparently force the DRDO to speed up indigenous projects.

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Delhi Weather and AQI Today: Warm start at 22.05 °C, check weather forecast for October 22, 2024

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Delhi Weather and AQI Today: Warm start at 22.05 °C, check weather forecast for October 22, 2024

Check the weather forecast and air quality updates for Delhi on October 22, 2024 here.

The temperature in Delhi today, on October 22, 2024, is 32.93 °C. The day’s forecast indicates a minimum and maximum temperature of 22.05 °C and 35.04 °C, respectively. The relative humidity is 26% and the wind speed is 26 km/h. The sun rose at 06:26 AM and will set at 05:44 PM.

Tomorrow, on Wednesday, October 23, 2024, Delhi is predicted to experience a minimum and maximum temperature of 27.42 °C and 34.91 °C, respectively. Tomorrow humidity levels will be at 20%.

With temperatures ranging between 22.05 °C and 35.04 °C, prepare for a hot day and plan outdoor activities accordingly. If you are sensitive to heat, take note of the weather forecast and consider appropriate attire and activities suitable for the prevailing weather.

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The AQI in Delhi today stands at 334.0, falling in the very poor category. Everyone should be cautious. Children and people with respiratory diseases, such as asthma, should stay indoors and others should also limit their outdoor activities. Usage of masks and air purifying devices is advised. Being aware of the AQI helps one make informed decisions regarding one’s overall well-being while planning the day’s activities.

Weather and AQI predictions in Delhi for next 7 days:

DateTemperatureSky
October 23, 202432.93 °CSky is clear
October 24, 202432.69 °CSky is clear
October 25, 202432.5 °CSky is clear
October 26, 202432.07 °CSky is clear
October 27, 202430.69 °CSky is clear
October 28, 202431.29 °CSky is clear
October 29, 202432.09 °CSky is clear

Weather in other cities on October 22, 2024

CityTemperatureSky
Mumbai28.35 °CLight rain
Kolkata28.84 °CSky is clear
Chennai28.94 °CLight rain
Bengaluru25.53 °CModerate rain
Hyderabad27.75 °CModerate rain
Ahmedabad31.9 °CSky is clear
Delhi32.93 °CSky is clear

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