Even as India continues its big-ticket weapon buying spree, Sitharaman must address the key question of the soldier behind the machine, and the structure behind the soldier.
The IAF never signed a pact for maintenance of the fleet in 2011 and now thanks to a CBI probe into Pilatus there's little chance of the deal being signed.
Sitharaman, who is only the second woman defence minister in India's history, is expected to work closely with the Finance Minister to take key industry-related decisions
A retired air force officer writes about a generation that has not seen a war and does not know how to respect those who serve in the armed forces.
Arjun Subramaniam
In May 1974, RSS chief Madhukar Dattatraya Deoras spoke at a lecture series in Pune about caste-based discrimination and social equality within the Hindu fold.
SEBI probe concluded that purported loans and fund transfers were paid back in full and did not amount to deceptive market practices or unreported related party transactions.
While the IAF remains committed to the Tejas programme and has placed orders for 180 Tejas Mk1A, the force is eagerly waiting for the Tejas Mk 2 version.
What Munir has achieved with Trump is a return to normal, ironing out the post-Abbottabad crease. The White House picture gives us insight into how Pakistan survives, occasionally thrives and thinks.
We lost one of the most decorated soldier of Indian Air Force. The life span of Marshal Arjan Singh has been an inspiration for the youngsters. He was the last five-star and most decorated soldier of the Indian Defense Forces. Even after being so old, his decision making was always praised. He will always live in our heart and will remain an inspiration for many defense lovers.
Read about his complete life: http://www.ssbtosuccess.com/iaf-marshal-arjan-singh/
We lost one of the most decorated soldier of Indian Air Force. The life span of Marshal Arjan Singh has been an inspiration for the youngsters. He was the last five-star and most decorated soldier of the Indian Defense Forces. Even after being so old, his decision making was always praised. He will always live in our heart and will remain an inspiration for many defense lovers.
Read about his complete life: http://www.ssbtosuccess.com/iaf-marshal-arjan-singh/
Fly in peace, Sir….
Great Son of India….. saadar charan sparsh