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GS3 · Security4 Jul 2026 · Indian Express — India
'Saw missiles for first time': Paanch Saab on her baptism by fire at sea near Hormuz
'Saw missiles for first time': Paanch Saab on her baptism by fire at sea near Hormuz. (See the linked source for details.)
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'Saw missiles for first time': Paanch Saab on her baptism by fire at sea near Hormuz, what is the name of the person mentioned?
- A.Paanch Saab
- B.Prime Minister
- C.Naval Commander
- D.Defense Secretary
The text mentions 'Paanch Saab' as the person who saw missiles for the first time.
According to the news report, what is the name of the region where Paanch Saab's unit was deployed?
- A.Balochistan
- B.Hormuz Strait
- C.Rajasthan
- D.Gujarat
The article states that Paanch Saab's unit was deployed near Hormuz Strait.