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Why the world's top airshow disappointed me

Why the world's top airshow disappointed me

Rediff.com2 Aug 2018

'For a show that has been going on since 1948 one expected a certain standard of showcasing and showmanship, besides variety and a show of skill.' 'At the same time one felt pretty good about the standards of our own efforts -- Aero India -- at Bangalore once every four years and in business only since 1996,' says Group Captain Murli Menon (retd) after a visit to the Farnborough Airshow.

British soldiers get behind the camera

British soldiers get behind the camera

Rediff.com22 Nov 2017

From the dust and dirt of a warzone to the gleaming uniforms of an army parade -- these are the images that show the reality of life for British servicemen and women. The revealing series of photographs are some of the winning entries in this year's Army Photographic Competition.

PM Modi arrives in United Kingdom on maiden visit

PM Modi arrives in United Kingdom on maiden visit

Rediff.com12 Nov 2015

Seeking to strengthen Indo-UK economic ties, Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday arrived in Britain on his first visit to the country during which he will have a hectic schedule that will start with talks with his British counterpart David Cameron.

Panagarh airbase renamed after former IAF chief Arjan Singh

Panagarh airbase renamed after former IAF chief Arjan Singh

Rediff.com15 Apr 2016

The key airbase at Panagarh in West Bengal has been renamed as 'Air Force Station Arjan Singh' in honour of the Marshal of the Air Force, who turned 97 on Friday.

US, UK back down from immediate strike, Assad vows 'victory'

US, UK back down from immediate strike, Assad vows 'victory'

Rediff.com29 Aug 2013

The United States and the United Kingdom on Thursday appeared to have backed down from an immediate punitive military strike against Syria, even as embattled President Bashar al-Assad vowed that his country would emerge "victorious" in any confrontation with America and its allies.

A Hungarian invention that helped the British in WWII

A Hungarian invention that helped the British in WWII

Rediff.com15 Mar 2017

Tracing the early life of the humble ballpoint pen to its present.

Long live the Queen: 63 years of the longest-reigning monarch

Long live the Queen: 63 years of the longest-reigning monarch

Rediff.com9 Sep 2015

Here's a look at some candid photographs of Her Majesty during her record-breaking 63 years on the throne.

23 countries, 22,500 kilometre: This female pilot's solo journey around the world

23 countries, 22,500 kilometre: This female pilot's solo journey around the world

Rediff.com27 Nov 2015

On a journey to recreate history, and to script a new one, British aviator Tracey Curtis Taylor, on a stopover in Delhi on her way to Australia to relive a flight made 85 years ago, said her mission is to inspire young girls to strive to achieve their dreams.

Sitharaman must not let PMO run her ship

Sitharaman must not let PMO run her ship

Rediff.com11 Sep 2017

Nirmala Sitharaman has a God given opportunity to orchestrate a transformation in India's defence capabilities. One hopes she has her own counsel and does not overly let the PMO run her ship, says Group Captain Murli Menon (retd).

Aero Awesome: Stunning display over Bengaluru skies

Aero Awesome: Stunning display over Bengaluru skies

Rediff.com17 Feb 2017

One of the most sought after exhibitions in Asia, as many as 549 companies are participating this year with 53 fighter aircraft on display.

US, UK, France launch strikes in Syria, destroy chemical weapon factories

US, UK, France launch strikes in Syria, destroy chemical weapon factories

Rediff.com14 Apr 2018

The White House said it has 'a large body' of evidence indicating that the Assad regime was responsible for the April 7 chemical attack in Duma.

For the love of Ruskin Bond

For the love of Ruskin Bond

Rediff.com22 Dec 2014

'I am a very personal writer. I write direct to the reader. I don't hold back,' says India's most loved writer, Ruskin Bond.

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