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Friday, May 3, 2024
TopicIndian Air Force (IAF)

Topic: Indian Air Force (IAF)

Minister says ‘jointness dear to PM’s heart’. IAF tells us why theatre command not workable

An IAF position paper instead recommends strengthening of joint operations command.

Modi’s new push for integrating commands exposes one-upmanship in the Indian military

A Navy officer has accused the IAF of stalling the formation of integrated commands – which is how most modern militaries function.

The Indian Air Force is losing fighter jets faster than they can be bought

Twenty-nine accidents involving IAF aircraft were reported between 2014 and July 2017. Nine pilots died in the accidents. 

NSG introduces comprehensive psychology test for future ‘black cat’ commandos

The special capsule of psychology tests will ensure that physically and mentally fit soldiers are inducted into the force to perform as the best commando unit of the country.

On Camera

Stop targeting Galgotias University students. Focus on politicians instead

Going through their Instagrams and dissecting their ‘statements’ is not the astute political commentary you think it is—it is time for us to back off from targeting 20-year-olds.

High capacity usage, fresh borrowings & new orders — why FY25 could be a big year for pvt investment

Companies are borrowing more from banks and public. Economists say high capacity utilisation & growing new orders could set stage for renewed investment push by India Inc.

China builds road through Shaksgam Valley, India registers protest

New Delhi has, in past, too, objected to Chinese construction activities in Shaksgam Valley. Work in this strategic region gathered pace after the 2017 Doklam stand-off.

Frontrunner is letting the challenger define this poll campaign. Modi still hasn’t found a big theme

A theme has not yet emerged for BJP & people see lack of a contest, which makes it unexciting. For all these reasons, 2024 is turning out to be an unexpectedly theme-less election.