The season-opening Diamond League in Doha, where India’s javelin star Neeraj Chopra breached the 90m mark last season, is currently scheduled to go ahead as planned on May 8, though the organisers are monitoring the situation arising out of the military conflict in the region
The rule, introduced under the Code on Wages, will apply to all types of exits, including resignations, terminations, and layoffs, and aims to ensure faster and more structured payouts.New Delhi: From April 1, 2026, companies in India will be required to complete an employee’s full and final
Rishab Shetty is back in the spotlight, but this time not for a film release. The actor-director, last seen leading Kantara: Chapter 1, has reportedly stirred curiosity online after unfollowing several associates on social media. Did He Unfollow His Kantara Co-Stars?Rishab Shetty is back in the
Tilman Fertitta net worth: How rich is new Connecticut Sun owner? $300M deal explained Updated on: Mar 28, 2026 4:48 AM IST By Khushi Arora Share via Copy link Tilman Fertitta set to buy Connecticut Sun in $300M deal. (Instagram/ @tilmanfertitta) Key Takeaways Summary is AI-generated Tilman
Redmi 15A 5G launched in India with 6300mAh battery: Price, sale date, and key featuresRedmi 15A 5G smartphone has been launched in India. Here’s everything you should know. Updated on: Mar 27, 2026 1:49 PM IST Share via Copy link You may be interested in Redmi K90 Ultra Black 12GB / 16GB RAM
From Karachi To Ormara: Chokepoints Pakistan's Hangors Submarines Must Survive
From Karachi To Ormara: Chokepoints Pakistan's Hangors Submarines Must Survive Before Countering India
Every vessel in the Pakistani Navy, including the Hangor, must escape through two bottlenecks - Karachi and Ormara.
Pakistan's new Hangor-class submarines, equipped with Stirling Air-independent propulsion (AIP), stealthy, and built for endurance, are supposed to signal a leap forward. But if you cut to the chase, their biggest threat isn't the open water, it's the moment they leave port. Every vessel in the Pakistani Navy, including the Hangor, must escape through two bottlenecks - Karachi and Ormara. The first, Karachi, is a patrol ground; shallow waters, civilian traffic, and predictable pathways, and India knows these lanes inside out. The Indian Navy's Boeing P-8I Poseidons, with a primary function of Anti-submarine warfare (ASW), scan them with sonobuoys, magnetic anomaly detectors, and standoff torpedoes.
At lower altitudes, the Sikorsky MH-60R Seahawks dip sonar into the continental shelf itself. For the first hundred nautical miles, a Hangor sortie doesn't even think about going unseen; they're too busy not getting caught by the potent ASW capabilities of the Indian Navy before the game even begins. The second, Ormara, was primarily built as a fallback base, offering depth, but not invisibility. Submarines here must still crawl along the same tight coastline, exposing their telltale arcs to ASW sensors and sound buoys, before they have a chance to dive deeper. The coastline, while offering protection as a launch corridor, is more a cage than a virtue.
Also Read: Thailand's Caution Rings True As Pakistan Bets On China's Unproven Hangor-Class Submarines
Add Zee News as a Preferred Source
Here lies the Hangor paradox. As per their design, these subs can vanish for weeks beneath the waves, stalking their western neighbour far from its shores. But the moment they transit Karachi or Ormara, which they must, they enter India's meticulously laid ASW web, and they are detected before they leave land, and it's not a fluke.
India has spent years weaving that net. The INS Arnala, commissioned in June 2025, is a shallow water ASW craft, built with the prime purpose of dominating precisely these choke points. It's part of a multi-layered setup, with Boeing P-8I aircraft, Sikorsky MH-60Rs, Kamorta-class corvettes, and other ASW vessels all sweeping these routes. The Poseidons cruise overhead, the Seahawks hunt below, whilst the ASW corvettes and other vessels direct the fish into the net, creating in effect, a kill zone.
Another thing worth asking is: will the Hangor's propulsion betray it? Initially meant to carry German MTU-396 engines, export restrictions have forced Pakistan to use the Chinese CHD-620 engines, which in itself are an inferior copy of the German engines. As Former U.S. Navy submariner Aaron Amick said, “Though the Chinese engine is essentially a copy of Germany's MTU 396, it is made with inferior cast and shaped materials, assembled with inconsistent quality control standards, and works great for a short period of time, then requires near continuous repair after a few hundred hours of operation.” Another point worth noting is, that Thailand's own S26T deal suffered a three-year delay integrating the same engine. Propulsion noise isn't just a technical footnote, it is the basis for sonar detection.
Also Read: Meet The Hangor-Class Submarine China Delivered To Pakistan; Can It Survive India's Kill Zone?
Pakistan plans to field eight Hangors, with the first four built in China, and the latter four in Karachi under transfer of technology. These will be the largest conventional subs in the Pakistani Naval fleet. And whilst this signals a strategic intent to push the envelope beyond their current capabilities, substance matters. There is a good chance that it'll remain a kyphotic deformity, confined to the littoral boundaries of the country. Hangors are a part of the push for deterrence, to counter India's carriers and nuclear subs. But an asset that can't be deployed safely amounts to a symbolic prop. What good is the claimed endurance if the Hangor is tagged by the Indian ASW net before leaving harbour?
The truth remains that the native geography is the largest adversary that the Hangor faces, overlooking its proclaimed, yet unproven, technological capabilities. Without overseas sheltered harbours or alternative deep-water exits, the Hangor shall remain locked to Karachi and Ormara for the foreseeable future. And yes, the Hangors may be advanced in hull design, endurance, and ambition, but it is their passage through Karachi and Ormara that shall determine whether they're strategic assets or paper tigers.
Source: ZeeNews
Related Posts: Indian Navy’s First Indigenous Diving Support Vessel to Join Fleet on Dec 16 Indian Navy commissions indigenous anti-submarine warfare vessel INS Mahe Pakistan’s Hangor Submarine Deal With China 10 including 9 children killed in Pakistani attack in Afghan province Philippines, China trade accusations over South China Sea vessel clash US strikes another vessel off Venezuela allegedly carrying illegal drugs Trump admin's 'lethal kinetic strike' on drug vessel in Pacific kills 2 Japan says it seized Chinese vessel amid tensions with Beijing Migrant vessel sinks off Malaysia-Thailand border Japan seizes Chinese fishing vessel
When Geumseong's phone rang on Christmas Eve 2020, he answered nervously. The previous year he'd made the perilous journey to escape from North to South Korea, using an international underground network of safe houses and brokers. Eventually his mother's voice came from the speaker: "Geumseong
8 hours ago
Hollywood actor Brad Pitt's words of wisdom emphasized that the pursuit of perfection can hinder personal growth. He encouraged letting go of perfectionism. Quote of the day: Brad Pitt's motivational words on personal growth — “Stop being perfect
8 hours ago
Union Minister Hardeep Puri on Friday clarified that the central government is not considering any plan to impose a nationwide lockdown like at the time of the Covid-19 pandemic.Minister of Petroleum and Natural Gas, Hardeep Puri, on Friday clarified that the rumours of a Covid-19-like nationwide
8 hours ago
The war in West Asia has cast a spotlight on India’s interests in the region. While the disruption of energy supply and maritime trade have taken precedence, the fate of 10 million Indians who work in Gulf countries has found little mention in public discourse
8 hours ago
Lakhs of students who appeared for the Bihar Board 10th exam 2026 are eagerly awaiting the Bihar Board Matriculation Result 2026. The Bihar School Examination Board (BSEB) may announce the exact date and time for the Bihar Board Matriculation Result 2026 at any moment. According to media reports
8 hours ago
For many, the fitness journey begins and ends with a number on the weighing scale. It’s the easiest metric to track, but also the most misleading. A lower number may feel like progress, but it doesn’t always reflect better health, improved strength, or a leaner body. In fact
8 hours ago
Love Horoscope Today for March 28, 2026: Friends’ opinions may cloud your judgement; follow your heartDaily Love Horoscope March 28, 2026: Find daily astrological predictions for all sun signs. Published on: Mar 28, 2026 6:03 AM IST By Neeraj Dhankher Share via Copy link Aries: Your social life
8 hours ago
Silicon Valley is reeling from the seismic verdict delivered by an LA jury on Wednesday. Tech giants Meta and YouTube were found to be liable for designing their platforms to be addictive, which harmed a 20-year-old's mental health. The plaintiff at the heart of the case was only known by her first
8 hours ago
Tiger Woods has been arrested on charges of driving under the influence after rolling his car in a crash in Florida, authorities have confirmed. The Martin County Sheriff's Office said the 15-time major champion was also charged with property damage and refusal to submit to a lawful test
8 hours ago
Indian Oil buys first Iranian LPG since 2018 as shortage worsensThe 43,000 tons of propane and butane that Indian Oil is shipping from Iran is enough to meet half a day's demand, underscoring the LPG shortage in India. Updated on: Mar 27, 2026 2:28 PM IST Bloomberg Share via Copy link Indian Oil
8 hours ago
Restaurants and food delivery platforms are adopting a cautious hiring approach for the IPL season due to LPG supply disruptions impacting operations. While demand from cricket fans is expected, limited kitchen capacity and menu restrictions are leading to a more selective hiring process
8 hours ago
Star Pakistan pacer Naseem Shah has been pulled up by the Pakistan Cricket Board after he tweeted about the Chief Minister of Punjab, Maryam Nawaz Sharif. The board has said that Naseem violated the terms of his central contract and issued him a show-cause notice
8 hours ago
The Artemis II crew has arrived in Florida for final preparations for NASA's first crewed lunar mission in over 50 years. This 10-day mission will send astronauts on a loop around the Moon, testing the Orion spacecraft's deep space capabilities. The mission features the first Black, female
8 hours ago
The Union government has cut the special additional excise duty on petrol to Rs 3 per litre from Rs 13 per litre, and on diesel to zero from Rs 10. This is expected to help oil marketing companies keep petrol and diesel prices stable.The Union government has cut the special additional excise
8 hours ago
Congestion ease at IGI, boost to logistics: PM Modi to inaugurate Noida International airport todaySpread over 11,742.45 acres, the Noida International Airport will be home to an 87-acre multi-modal cargo hub, a 40-acre maintenance, repair and operation hub Updated on: Mar 28
8 hours ago
Are schools open in Ghaziabad today? Check order ahead of Noida airport launchThe revised order, however, leaves unanswered questions over whether 800 school buses earlier requisitioned for the event will still be taken over. Published on: Mar 28
8 hours ago
Phil Foden's World Cup audition ended painfully with the consoling arm of England head coach Thomas Tuchel around his shoulder. The 25-year-old's face was a picture of hurt, primarily from a dreadful challenge by Uruguay defender Ronald Araujo that left him clutching his ankle
8 hours ago
A devastating snow avalanche struck the Zojilla Pass on Friday afternoon. The incident occurred in the zero point area connecting the Kashmir Valley with Ladakh. Seven individuals from Kargil lost their lives in the tragedy. Five others sustained injuries
8 hours ago
West Bengal's Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee has taken a strong stance against what she perceives as systemic targeting of certain communities during the electoral roll revision. Accusing officials of removing lakhs of names arbitrarily, she has labeled the absence of the first supplementary list
8 hours ago
Assam Congress President Gaurav Gogoi is confident of repeating his father's success in bringing the party back to power, citing a strong "undercurrent for change." He highlighted the formation of a six-party coalition and a vision for a "Greater Assam" that empowers its people and fosters unity
8 hours ago
Techie burnt out at 15 LPA job, considers quitting without an offer: ‘Never enjoyed it’In a Reddit post, a techie shared how, after graduating in 2024, a service-based company offered a permanent WFH role with a salary of 15 LPA. Updated on: Mar 28
9 hours ago
Haryana: HC breather for 10,000 govt employeesWhile disposing of a clutch of review applications, the bench of justice Ashwani Kumar Mishra and justice Sudeepti Sharma held that the recruitment made for the posts in 24 groups with nearly 10,000 employees did not warrant interference Published on:
9 hours ago
Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma on Friday said that his government would “break the backbone” of “Miyas” in the state if the Bharatiya Janata Party returns to power in the Assembly elections, PTI reported. Speaking at a campaign rally in Dhakuakhana of Lakhimpur district
9 hours ago
According to media reports, Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi and Parliamentary Speaker Mohammad Ghalibaf have been removed from Israel’s hit list after Pakistan requested that Washington not target them. A Pakistani source privy to the matter told Reuters that Israel wanted to kill them
9 hours ago
I’ve been travelling through districts in West Bengal with sizeable Muslim populations—Murshidabad, Malda, Uttar Dinajpur, and Birbhum—speaking with people from all walks of life. From small traders and madrassa teachers to daily wage workers and local voices
9 hours ago
Haryana moving from LPG to PNG: Saini to PM ModiAccording to the chief minister, 3.32 lakh PNG connections have been provided in the state so far; to further boost expansion, the provision of deemed permission has been introduced for laying PNG networks Published on: Mar 28
9 hours ago
The Kerala High Court on Friday directed the Election Commission to decide within two months a plea filed against Bharatiya Janata Party’s B Gopalakrishnan for making allegedly communal remarks during his campaign for the upcoming Assembly elections, Live Law reported
9 hours ago
