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• Tejas LCA AF MK1 test-fires indigenous BVRAAM ASTRA off Chandipur

  The test-firing successfully demonstrated the direct hit of the missile on flying target. All the subsystems performed accurately meeting all mission parameters and objectives.

  

• MoD signs ₹2906 crore contract with BEL for low-level transportable Radar Ashwini for IAF

  The radar is indigenously designed and developed by Electronics & Radar Development Establishment, DRDO.

  

• First rear fuselage made by private firm for LCA Mk1A handed over to HAL

  A fuselage is the main body section of the aircraft which holds the pilot, passengers and cargo, while the rear fuselage supports the tail section and its associated components.

  

• Rajnath Singh calls for increased R&D in aerospace medicine

  “Whether it is an issue related to neurons, bone loss or mental problems, it is the responsibility of aerospace and space medicine to tackle these challenges. The field must prepare itself for bigger responsibilities in the future,” the Defence minister said.

  

• DRDO conducts high-altitude trials of indigenous integrated life support system for LCA Tejas

  The OBOGS-based ILSS is a cutting-edge system designed to generate and regulate breathable oxygen for pilots during flight, eliminating dependence on traditional liquid oxygen cylinder-based systems.

  

• Empowered committee recommends measures for capability enhancement of IAF

  The committee has identified key thrust areas and made recommendations for implementation in the short, medium and long-term so as to achieve the desired capability enhancement goals of the lAF in an optimal manner.

  

• DRDO showcases India's technologies, systems, working models, innovations at Aero India 2025

  DRDO for the first time is showcasing a full-scale model of India’s first 5.5 Gen stealth aircraft Advanced Medium Combat Aircraft (AMCA) equipped with cutting-edge features at the India Pavilion.

  

• 76th Republic Day celebrations to come to a close with melodious Beating Retreat ceremony at Vijay Chowk

  The bands of the Indian Army (IA), the Indian Navy (IN), the Indian Air Force (IAF) and the Central Armed Police Forces (CAPF) will play 30 foot-tapping Indian tunes before a distinguished audience, comprising President Droupadi Murmu, Vice President Jagdeep Dhankhar, Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Defence Minister Rajnath Singh, other Union ministers, senior officials and the public.

  

• Air Commodore Debakinandan Sahu takes over the command of Base Repair Depot Tughlakabad

  Air Commodore Debakinandan Sahu was commissioned into the Aeronautical Engineering stream of the Indian Air Force (IAF) on 30th May 1994.

  

• Air Vice Marshal Manmeet Singh assumes charge as Senior Officer-in-Charge Administration, HQ Western Air Command

  Air Vice Marshal Manmeet Singh was commissioned in the Administration Branch of Indian Air Force on 13 June 1992 and is an alumnus of the prestigious National Defence College, Defence Services Staff College (DSSC), Wellington.

  

• Commanders' Conference 2024: CAS AP Singh calls for effective use of newly inducted equipment in IAF

  Singh emphasised the need to achieve focused progress in various areas, which include increasing operational capability through better training and planning, early operationalisation of newly inducted equipment, safety and security, and nurturing leaders by empowering individuals at all levels to turn into a future ready and cohesive force.