In a historic milestone, indigenous LCA Mark 1A fighter aircraft on March 28 completed its first flight. The aircraft airborne for 15 minutes during its first maiden flight, as per Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL). Currently, two squadrons of IAF, 45 Squadron and 18 Squadron, are fully operational with LCA Tejas. HAL has current capacity to build 8 LCA aircraft per year, this is being increased to 16 aircraft's every year by 2025. In coming years the capacity will be further increased to 24 aircraft every year in the next 3 years. Over Rs 9000 crore have been sanctioned for the development of LCA Mk 2, an updated and advanced version of LCA Tejas. Earlier in the 2023, Air Chief Marshal stated that the Indian Air Force aims to replace the MiG-21 fighter jets with LCA Tejas.
28 March,2024 05:18 PM IST
As India celebrates its 75th Republic Day today, a grand display of military prowess, culture and women empowerment was seen in India’s Republic Day parade 2024. The Indian Air Force, in a mighty display of power and skill, executed gravity-defying maneuvers by Indian Air Force aircrafts in the Republic Day 2024 Flypast. The viewers were left speechless as IAF’s famed aircrafts like Apache, Sukhoi and Rafale pulled off dangerous stunts in the sky. In the ceremony, President Droupadi Murmu unfurled the National Flag at Kartavya Path. The ceremony was followed by the National anthem and a 21 Gun salute. President Droupadi Murmu was given the national salute by the President's Bodyguard at the forecourt of Rashtrapati Bhawan.
26 January,2024 04:42 PM 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
New Year 2024 is here! It’s time to welcome the new with happiness and fun as we say cheers to new beginnings. If you are still wondering on how to celebrate the New Year, here are multiple ways in which you can have a lot of fun without breaking your bank balance. From New Year party ideas with lots of singing and dancing with your friends to New Year celebration ways if you would like to welcome the New Year in peace, be it High Budget, low Budget or No budget, here are some New Year celebration ideas that are bound to give your 2024 a fantastic kickstart.
03 January,2024 02:50 PM IST
Siddhant Karnick who was recently seen in 'Animal' spoke to Mid-day.com in an exclusive interview where he talked about being paid the most for his role in 'Animal' in his career. He also stated that working with big stars like Ranbir Kapoor, Rashmika Mandanna, Anil Kapoor and others was a professional and family-like experience. Siddhant mentioned that he never auditioned for 'Animal'. Rather, the director of 'Animal' Sandeep Reddy Vanga offered the role to him directly after a meeting. Watch the full video for more!
08 December,2023 01:00 PM IST
IAF's transport aircraft Chinook carrying 41 workers took off from Chinyalisaur Hospital on Nov 29. The workers have been shifted from Chinyalisaur Hospital to AIIMS Rishikesh for further treatment carrying 41 rescued workers, IAF's transport aircraft Chinook reached AIIMS Rishikesh. Workers will be kept under the supervision of expert doctors for a final checkup at AIIMS. 41 stranded workers were rescued from the Silkyara tunnel in Uttarkashi on November 28. After Uttarkashi Tunnel Rescue, workers were shifted to the Community Health Centre in Chinyalisaur for primary treatment. Workers were trapped inside Uttarakhand's Silkyara tunnel in Uttarkashi since November 12.
29 November,2023 05:26 PM IST
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Nov 25 flew a sortie on Tejas Aircraft in Bengaluru. PM Modi took to X (formerly Twitter) and shared his experience. PM termed it an “incredibly enriching” experience and wrote that it left a renewed “sense of pride” with him. The first version of the Light Combat Aircraft was inducted into the Indian Air Force in 2016. Currently, two squadrons of IAF, 45 Squadron and 18 Squadron, are fully operational with LCA Tejas. Under BJP-led NDA Govt, an order worth Rs 36,468 Cr for the delivery of 83 LCA Mk 1A aircraft has been placed with HAL. The delivery of these aircraft is scheduled to begin by February 2024. Also, over Rs 9000 Cr have been sanctioned for the development of LCA Mk 2, an updated and more lethal version of LCA Tejas. Transfer of Technology for manufacturing of the GE engine in India was negotiated with GE during PM’s visit to the US in June 2023
25 November,2023 05:06 PM IST
Transform your home into a radiant oasis this Diwali with a beautifully crafted, reusable paper Rangoli. Join paper florist Uurmi Bhatia in this step-by-step tutorial as she guides you through the art of creating a stunning paper Rangoli that will adorn your home every year. Get creative and add a touch of traditional charm to your Diwali celebrations. Watch now and let your creativity shine!
20 November,2023 06:10 PM IST
Air India Express on October 18 rebranded its aircraft with a new logo, livery. The event was held at the Mumbai airport. The new Air India Express mainly features four colours including orange, turquoise, tangerine and ice blue. According to the airline, the livery of the first new Boeing 737-8 aircraft was inspired by the Bandhani textile design. Air India Express is in the process of mearing with AIX Connect-Air Asia India and will operate as one airline. This comes a little over two months after Air India unveiled its new brand identity.
19 October,2023 03:12 PM IST | MumbaiADVERTISEMENT
