News for 'helicopter'

Manipur: After multiple attacks, commando units to be relocated

Manipur: After multiple attacks, commando units to be relocated

Rediff.com19 Jan 2024

Manipur government's security advisor Kuldiep Singh on Thursday said the current locations of the three state police commando units in violence-hit Moreh town were unsuitable, making them vulnerable targets.

Amit Shah to review J-K situation after terror attacks

Amit Shah to review J-K situation after terror attacks

Rediff.com15 Jun 2024

The home minister will also review the preparation for the annual Amarnath pilgrimage set to start on June 29.

The 1st IAF Lady Pilot To Win A Gallantry Medal

The 1st IAF Lady Pilot To Win A Gallantry Medal

Rediff.com12 Jul 2023

Helicopter Pilot Wing Commander Deepika Misra rescued 47 people in an operation that lasted 8 days in flood-ravaged Madhya Pradesh.

Mamata injured as car halts suddenly to avoid collision

Mamata injured as car halts suddenly to avoid collision

Rediff.com24 Jan 2024

Banerjee, who was seated in front beside the driver, was injured after her head hit the windscreen, he said.

Will induct more women in forces, says Modi; hints at Indianising Navy ranks

Will induct more women in forces, says Modi; hints at Indianising Navy ranks

Rediff.com4 Dec 2023

Modi lauded the Navy following the announcement that a woman officer would be commanding a Naval ship for the time time.

IAF choppers made 404 sorties to ferry polling staff in Bastar

IAF choppers made 404 sorties to ferry polling staff in Bastar

Rediff.com11 Nov 2023

Twelve constituencies of Bastar division were among 20 assembly segments in Chhattisgarh that went to the polls in the first phase on November 7. A high voter turnout of 78 per cent was recorded in these 20 seats.

IAF Gets Ready For The Big Day

IAF Gets Ready For The Big Day

Rediff.com22 Sep 2023

The Indian Air Force on September 22 flew fighter jets as part of rehearsals for the air show to be held at Air Force Station Jammu.

IAF helicopter crash: 'Why are the Gods so angry?'

IAF helicopter crash: 'Why are the Gods so angry?'

Rediff.com25 Jun 2013

"Why are the Gods so angry that they are even killing the saviours who are rescuing the sea of humanity in Uttarakhand," an IAF squadron leader blurted, when he got the news of the helicopter crash.

BJP got nearly Rs 1300 cr via electoral bonds, Cong received...

BJP got nearly Rs 1300 cr via electoral bonds, Cong received...

Rediff.com11 Feb 2024

The Congress, on the other hand, earned Rs 171 crore from electoral bonds which was down from Rs 236 crore in FY 2021-22.

Is INS Vikramaditya Battle Ready?

Is INS Vikramaditya Battle Ready?

Rediff.com16 Oct 2023

Anti-aircraft and surface drills being conducted by the INS Vikramaditya during the review of the aircraft carrier's operational and combat readiness.

Tejas: Don't Get IAF Wrong!

Tejas: Don't Get IAF Wrong!

Rediff.com2 Nov 2023

'For god's sake, portray the armed forces in the correct manner,' asserts IAF veteran Air Commodore Nitin Sathe after watching Tejas.

Defence forces halt Dhruv fleet ops after emergency landing incident

Defence forces halt Dhruv fleet ops after emergency landing incident

Rediff.com11 Mar 2023

In the wake of the accident off the Mumbai coast two days ago, the defence forces have halted the operations of the Advanced Light Helicopter (ALH) Dhruv till the time investigators find the reason for the incident and precautionary checks are carried out.

Muizzu strikes reconciliatory tone, says India closest ally, seeks debt relief

Muizzu strikes reconciliatory tone, says India closest ally, seeks debt relief

Rediff.com22 Mar 2024

On Thursday, in his first interview with the local media since assuming office, Muizzu said India was instrumental in providing aid to the Maldives and has implemented the "greatest number" of projects.

Pak may let China 'examine' wrecked US helicopter

Pak may let China 'examine' wrecked US helicopter

Rediff.com11 May 2011

The US has already asked the Pakistanis to return the helicopter wreckage, but one Pakistani official told ABC News that the Chinese were also 'very interested' in seeing the remains.

PIX: 2 killed, 11 hurt as helicopter crashes in London

PIX: 2 killed, 11 hurt as helicopter crashes in London

Rediff.com16 Jan 2013

At least two people were killed and 11 others injured when a helicopter crashed into a crane on top of one of Europe's tallest residential blocks in central London and plunged to the ground in a ball of flame during rush hour on Wednesday.

Body of soldier's mother traced to Manipur hospital mortuary after 4 months

Body of soldier's mother traced to Manipur hospital mortuary after 4 months

Rediff.com2 Mar 2024

The fate of the soldier's aunt Neilam (55), brother-in-law Jamkhotang (40) and cousin Thangjam Haokip (25) still remain unknown.

Sharmila Denounces Brother, Cousin

Sharmila Denounces Brother, Cousin

Rediff.com13 May 2024

Y S Sharmila's message to voters in Kadapa is brief: 'I am YSR's daughter, my brother Jagan has ruined Andhra, vote for me, vote for Congress.' A Ganesh Nadar listens in.

Missed IAF Show? See It Here!

Missed IAF Show? See It Here!

Rediff.com16 Jan 2024

Daring maneuvers and breathtaking formations were on display at Mumbai's Marine Drive courtesy the Indian Air Force.

Sikkim: Wreckage of army helicopter found, 4 dead

Sikkim: Wreckage of army helicopter found, 4 dead

Rediff.com22 Apr 2011

Four army personnel were killed in a Dhruv helicopter crash in north Sikkim near the Sino-India border, days after a Pawan Hans chopper went down in the northeast claiming 17 lives.

Cyclone Remal makes landfall: Over 1 lakh evacuated; rail, air, road traffic hit

Cyclone Remal makes landfall: Over 1 lakh evacuated; rail, air, road traffic hit

Rediff.com27 May 2024

As severe cyclonic storm 'Remal' initiated its landfall process between the coasts of Bangladesh and adjoining West Bengal on Sunday evening, authorities took swift action, evacuating over 1 lakh people from vulnerable areas of the state to safety.

Army grounds Dhruv chopper fleet following JK crash

Army grounds Dhruv chopper fleet following JK crash

Rediff.com6 May 2023

The Navy and the Coast Guard had grounded their respective ALH Dhruv fleets in March following two similar incidents involving the platform.

Helicopter deal: CBI to begin probe into graft allegations

Helicopter deal: CBI to begin probe into graft allegations

Rediff.com13 Feb 2013

The agency on Wednesday received a complaint from the Defence Ministry seeking a probe in the alleged kickback given in the procurement of 12 helicopters produced by Finmeccanica's subsidiary AgustaWestland, CBI sources said in New Delhi.

Look At These Planes On Display!

Look At These Planes On Display!

Rediff.com20 Jun 2023

Glimpses from the 54th International Paris Airshow.

Vijay Mallya, Sanjay Khan survive helicopter crash

Vijay Mallya, Sanjay Khan survive helicopter crash

Rediff.com27 Jul 2003

The incident occurred in Bagalkot district in northern Karnataka.

Israeli tanks reach strategic intersection in Gaza City

Israeli tanks reach strategic intersection in Gaza City

Rediff.com30 Oct 2023

Gaza based channels reported spotting IDF tanks at the Netzer intersection in Gaza City, a strategic point deep inside the enclave.

Are you a 'helicopter' parent?

Are you a 'helicopter' parent?

Rediff.com23 Feb 2007

Do you constantly hover around your children? It could be detrimental for their development.

Helicopter crash kills 17 in Arunachal

Helicopter crash kills 17 in Arunachal

Rediff.com19 Apr 2011

The helicopter, which had taken off from Guwahati at 1315 hrs, crashed near the helipad on a hilltop in Tawang town falling from a height of 15 metre into the gorge, Pawan Hans sources said.

India and Russia will jointly build 200 of these helicopters

India and Russia will jointly build 200 of these helicopters

Rediff.com19 Jul 2015

In a move aimed at boosting India's defence sector, 200 helicopters will be manufactured in the country with Russian collaboration as part of intensification and diversification of their strategic ties.

Light combat helicopter to take off in 2008

Light combat helicopter to take off in 2008

Rediff.com19 Jun 2007

The helicopter, which is based on HAL's existing Dhruv advanced light helicopter platform, will be equipped with helmet-mounted targeting systems, electronic warfare systems and advanced weapons systems.

'He Was Alive, But A Captive Of The Chinese'

'He Was Alive, But A Captive Of The Chinese'

Rediff.com10 Jul 2024

'On October 12-13, he started shivering from fear in his tent.' 'That was the time he wrote a letter to my mother to conduct Ganeshji's Atharvashirsha.' 'The moment he finished writing that letter, he told us, he felt serene calmness.'

No sabotage in helicopter crash of YSR: CBI

No sabotage in helicopter crash of YSR: CBI

Rediff.com14 May 2010

The Central Bureau of Investigation on Friday ruled out any "conspiracy or sabotage" in the fatal helicopter crash, which killed the then Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister Y S R Reddy.

India's defence sector a $138bn opportunity; HAL, BEL top buys: Nomura

India's defence sector a $138bn opportunity; HAL, BEL top buys: Nomura

Rediff.com17 May 2024

India's defence sector presents an ordering opportunity worth $138 billion between fiscal years 2023-24 (FY24) and FY32, said a latest note by Nomura, which has initiated coverage on two defence-related players - Hindustan Aeronautics (HAL) and Bharat Electronics (BEL) - with a 'buy' rating. The research and broking house sees an upside potential of 28 per cent and 32 per cent, respectively in these two stocks from the current levels.

IAF Celebrates 91st Birthday!

IAF Celebrates 91st Birthday!

Rediff.com9 Oct 2023

Glimpses of the Indian Air Force's 91st Air Force Day celebrations at the Bamrauli Air Force Station in Prayagraj, October 8, 2023.

A Teacher's Stunning Retirement Gift!

A Teacher's Stunning Retirement Gift!

Rediff.com10 Aug 2023

When she retired after 35 years of service, a surprise awaited government teacher Asha Tripathi.

46 killed in Chile forest fires, toll likely to rise, says Prez Boric

46 killed in Chile forest fires, toll likely to rise, says Prez Boric

Rediff.com4 Feb 2024

The fires triggered evacuations in several regions of central Chile.

IAF Chetak helicopter crashes, 3 killed

IAF Chetak helicopter crashes, 3 killed

Rediff.com11 Sep 2010

This is the second crash of Chetak in a fortnight. On August 27, another Chetak helicopter had crashed moments after take-off during a training mission at the Hindustan Aeronautics Limited airport in Bangalore.

Sorry state of affairs: SC slams Uttarakhand for forest fires

Sorry state of affairs: SC slams Uttarakhand for forest fires

Rediff.com15 May 2024

Terming it a "very sorry state of affairs", the apex court said the state was just trying to find some excuse or the other.

Navy's proposal for 2nd indigenous aircraft carrier gets govt nod

Navy's proposal for 2nd indigenous aircraft carrier gets govt nod

Rediff.com28 Nov 2023

The mega procurement proposal will shortly be placed before the Defence Acquisition Council, the defence ministry's top body on procurement, they said.

Italian connection delaying VVIP helicopter probe: BJP

Italian connection delaying VVIP helicopter probe: BJP

Rediff.com13 Feb 2013

Describing the Italian chopper deal as one having the "makings of a second Bofors scam", the Bharatiya Janata Party on Wednesday sought to know why the government has not taken any action on the matter till now and said it will raise the issue strongly during the Budget Session of Parliament.