As part of the ongoing exercise Gagan Shakti-24, Indian Air Force (IAF) aircraft recently operated from the Emergency Landing Facility (ELF) in the northern sector in Kashmir valley. A large number of troops were airlifted and subsequently air landed utilising Chinook, Mi-17 V5 and ALH Mk-III helicopters by night.IAF also plans to practise similar drills in coordination with administration of State Governments for activation of ELFs in other sectors. Various IAF fixed and rotary wing platforms will carry out coordinated landing and operations at these ELFs. Whole-of-the-Nation-Approach (WNA). ELF operations provide an opportunity for IAF aircraft to undertake operations from such restricted landing surfaces while also being able to undertake Humanitarian Assistance in Disaster Relief operations during times of natural calamities to provide relief. The capability to operate by night at these stretches of highways, and the capability to transfer troops from such surfaces will greatly enhance the operational capabilities of Indian Armed Force.
05 April,2024 11:59 AM IST
Civil Aviation Minister Jyotiraditya Scindia on Thursday inaugurated India's and Air India's first Airbus A350 aircraft on the first day of Wings India 2024. This not only marks the arrival of state-of-the-art aircraft to Air India's fleet but also signifies India's growing stature as a major player in the global aviation industry.
19 January,2024 10:51 AM IST | Mumbai
The Indian Air Force's An-32 aircraft, which went missing over the Bay of Bengal in 2016, has been discovered seven years later. On July 22, 2016, the airplane had inexplicably disappeared over the Bay of Bengal, carrying 29 people. The airplane search and rescue operation grew to be one of India's largest. On August 1, 2016, it was discovered that the aircraft lacked an underwater location beacon, and the rescue effort was called off on September 15, 2016. The National Institute of Ocean Technology employed an AUV to identify a missing aircraft on the seabed about 310 kilometers off the coast of Chennai. The search was carried out at a depth of 3400 m with various payloads. The search images were scrutinized and found to be conforming with an An-32 aircraft.
13 January,2024 12:24 PM IST | Mumbai
Pakistan's former prime minister Nawaz Sharif has once again lauded India during an address in Islamabad. Nawaz Sharif was addressing the Pakistan Muslim League_ Nawaz (PML-N) cadre in Islamabad on Dec 20. While praising India, Nawaz Sharif said that the countries around us have reached the moon. Pointing out the dire economic situation, Nawaz Sharif said that Pakistan has still 'not risen' from earth. Pakistan Muslim League_ Nawaz (PML-N) supremo asserted that Pakistan is responsible for its downfall. India became the fourth country to land on the moon’s surface and the first on the South Pole. The ISRO’s Chandrayaan-3 successfully touched down on the south pole of the lunar surface on Aug 23.
22 December,2023 03:35 PM IST | Mumbai
ISRO successfully brought back Chandrayaan-3 Propulsion Module to the Earth orbit. It was brought back to the Earth’s orbit after exceeding its lunar mission objectives. It also demonstrated India's ability to not only launch objects to the Moon but also bring them back. This accomplishment shows that ISRO can restart engines on the moon and operate equipment. The primary objective of Chandrayaan-3 was to demonstrate a soft landing near lunar south-polar region. The spacecraft was launched on July 14, 2023, on board the LVM3-M4 vehicle from SDSC, SHAR. Chandrayaan-3 Vikram Lander made its historic touchdown on the Moon on August 23. The scientific instruments in the lander and rover were operated continuously for 1 lunar day. According to ISRO, the mission objectives of Chandrayaan-3 have been completely met. The initial plan was to operate this payload for about three months during the mission life of PM. Currently, Propulsion Module orbiting Earth, crossed its first perigee on Nov 22 with an altitude of 1.54 lakhs km. According to ISRO, the orbit period is nearly 13 days with a 27-degree inclination.
05 December,2023 03:09 PM IST
Join us for an exclusive conversation with two international Emmy nominees, Shefali Shah and Vir Das, as they discuss their outstanding achievements. Shefali Shah is nominated for Best Performance by an Actress for her role in "Delhi Crime," while Vir Das received the nod for his Netflix Comedy Special "Vir Das: Landing." Discover the passion and dedication that drive these talented artists to excel in their chosen fields, all while being on the verge of Emmy glory.
05 November,2023 11:56 AM IST
ISRO Chief S Somanath spoke to media after Prime Minister Narendra Modi chaired a high-level meeting to assess the progress of the Gaganyaan Mission and outline the future of India's space exploration endeavors. Prime Minister Modi discussed various plans that have to be undertaken by ISRO to step up India's space program. Meanwhile, PM Modi chaired a high-level meeting to assess the progress of India’s Gaganyaan Mission. The high-level meeting was to outline the future of India’s space exploration endeavours.
18 October,2023 12:22 PM IST | Mumbai
Chandrayaan-3, India’s ambitious lunar mission slept forever as Moon goes dark again. Scientists are hoping that they would be able to revive Vikram Lander, Pragyan Rover with the rise of the Sun on Sept 23 at the South Pole. However, after several attempts of trying to wake up them up, there was no response from Chandrayaan-3. Although, Scientists have not lost hope of the revival of Chandrayaan-3. Astronomer and Professor Dr RC Kapoor said that there is still 1 pc chance of lander and rover’s revival. However, the lander and rover have done their best and provided sufficient data to the ISRO. Both the lander and the rover were put into sleep mode on September 4 and 2 respectively. After a 40-day journey into space, Chandrayaan-3 made a ‘historic’ landing on August 23 at lunar South Pole making India the first country to do so.
07 October,2023 01:35 PM IST | Mumbai
The Vikram lander and Pragyan rover of Chandrayaan-3 are expected to reactivate on September 23. The lander and rover are currently in “sleep mode” near Moon’s South Pole after having completed their set tasks. SAC Director Nilesh Desai briefed about the further developments in the Chandrayaan-3 mission. Also, the former Director of SAC said that the revival of Pragyan Rover will be a miracle for ISRO.
23 September,2023 12:52 PM IST | Mumbai
In a shocking incident, a private jet plane crashed at Mumbai's Domestic Airport in Santacruz East. Watch this exclusive footage and get the latest updates on the harrowing incident that unfolded on the 14th of September, 2023, at 17:45 hours. Multiple agencies, including the Mumbai Fire Brigade and the Police, are on the scene. Stay tuned for the latest details on the passengers and crew members' condition and the ongoing investigation into the crash. Mumbai airport crash,Private jet accident,Mumbai Domestic Airport,Santacruz East,Emergency response,Passenger plane incident,Mumbai Fire Brigade,Airport accident news,Breaking news updates,Santa Cruz airport,private jet crash at mumbai airport,Mumba airport latest news,crash videos,plane crash video,mumbai airport update,mumbai crash updates,mumbai crash latest news,mumbai airport crash news,mumbai plane crash videos,mumbai plane crash CCTV video
14 September,2023 07:46 PM IST | MumbaiADVERTISEMENT
