INSUBCONTINENT EXCLUSIVE:
misinterpretation by one of the sides lead to an escalation.Military experts have in the past warned of the risk of accidents or
miscalculations by the nuclear-armed neighbours, which have fought three wars and engaged in numerous smaller armed clashes, usually over
the disputed territory of Kashmir.Tensions have eased in recent months, and the incident, which may have been the first of its kind,
immediately raised questions about safety mechanisms.Pakistan demanded clarifications from India over its safety mechanism to prevent
accidental missile launches, and whether it was appropriately handled by its armed forces.According to the United States -based Arms Control
northern Indian launch pad.#13;
Source: Reuters#13;
-Agencies
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