First woman DGAFMS Sarin: A surgeon with a sharp focus on pushing reforms

First woman DGAFMS Sarin: A surgeon with a sharp focus on pushing reforms

“No scope of money or any other agenda other than to serve my country and give back in full measure” to the society was the drive that motivated Arti Sarin to carry forward her family legacy and join the Armed Forces Medical Services (AFMS) 38 years ago, rather than becoming a private practising doctor — […]


Chennaites flock to Marina Beach for spectacular IAF airshow

Chennaites flock to Marina Beach for spectacular IAF airshow

A sea of colourful umbrellas protecting lakhs of people from the scorching heat covered the sands of the iconic Marina Beach, as they occupied every inch of space available to watch the dazzling aerial display showcasing the prowess and manoeuvrability of the Indian Air Force’s aircraft and helicopters. The mesmerising airshow by the Indian Air […]


HAL delivers first AL-31FP aero engine to IAF, targets delivery of 240 engines in 8 years

HAL delivers first AL-31FP aero engine to IAF, targets delivery of 240 engines in 8 years

Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL) handed over the first AL-31FP Aero Engine manufactured under a 240-engine contract to IAF within two weeks of signing the contract at Koraput, Odisha. With this, HAL is targeting timely delivery of 240 engines. The contract, signed on September 9, mandates the delivery of 240 AL-31FP engines over the next eight […]