(Li Gang/Xinhua via AP)In an effort to boost its blue-water capabilities, China launched its first indigenously-built aircraft carrier on Wednesday. Here are 8 quick facts about the aircraft carrier and how India is likely to react:1. The yet-to-be-named vessel is China’s second aircraft carrier. It was towed from Dalian Shipyard, Liaoning, to a nearby wharf, according to the China’s Ministry of National Defense. The launch is also seen by China as a marked progress in its efforts to design and eventually construct a domestic aircraft carrier.

Source: Indian Express April 26, 2017 13:00 UTC