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Operation Steel Whirlwind: Bharat Tej Train Hijacked

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In the vast landscape of India’s ambitious transportation initiatives, the Bharat Tej stands as a symbol of cutting-edge engineering and unparalleled innovation. A high-speed train capable of reaching 300 km/h, it was designed to connect distant cities in record time, transforming the way people traveled across the country. With its state-of-the-art features, the Bharat Tej was more than just a mode of transport—it was an epitome of technological progress and modernity. However, as with all advancements, it also faced challenges that tested its resilience and safety systems. One such challenge was the hijacking of the Bharat Tej during an operation that would later be known as "Operation Steel Whirlwind." 1. Silent Horror The Bharat Tej, India’s pride and the epitome of cutting-edge engineering, thundered across the Tamil Nadu countryside at a blistering speed of 300 km/h. This high-speed marvel, with 16 luxurious coaches, was more than just a train. It was a symb...

Kamikaze's Kiss: The Devastating Story of the Cherry Blossom Missile

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The Yokosuka MXY-7 Ohka, also known by its Japanese name "Oka" meaning "cherry blossom," was a grim innovation of World War II. This wasn't a conventional aircraft, but a pilot-controlled, rocket-powered missile designed for a single, suicidal attack. Faced with the relentless advance of Allied forces in the Pacific, the MXY-7 Ohka embodied the desperate measures Japan resorted to in the war's final throes.  A. Specification  Crew: 1 Length: 6.066 m (19 ft 11 in) Wingspan: 5.12 m (16 ft 10 in) Height: 1.16 m (3 ft 10 in) Wing area: 6 m2 (65 sq ft) Empty weight: 440 kg (970 lb) Gross weight: 2,140 kg (4,718 lb) Powerplant: 3 × Type 4 Mark 1 Model 20 solid-propellant rocket motors, 2.62 kN (588 lbf) thrust each  Maximum speed: 648 km/h (403 mph, 350 kn) at 3,500 m (11,500 ft)  Range: 37 km   B. Variants...