An alumnus of the National Defence Academy, Defence Services Staff College and National Defence College, the Air Marshal was commissioned into the Fighter Stream of the IAF on 21 December 1984.
This unique tribute commemorates the renaming of these islands by Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi on January 23, 2023, during Parakram Diwas, honoring the gallant heroes who received India’s highest military decoration for bravery.
Eleven officials from Indian and European governments and the defense industry, along with a Reuters analysis of customs data, confirmed the diversion of munitions.
The Liaoning, accompanied by destroyers, sailed between Japan’s Yonaguni and Iriomote islands, entering Japan’s contiguous zone where the nation exercises control over maritime traffic up to 24 nautical miles offshore, the Defense Ministry reported.
This action is permitted under international rules and customs.
The Titan imploded in June 2023 in the North Atlantic, claiming five lives and sparking global debate on private undersea exploration’s future.
The missile intercepted a high-speed aerial target, flying at a very low altitude and simulating a sea-skimming threat, which showcased its precision and capability to neutralise targets.
The strike, starting at midnight Pacific time, marks the first such action since 2008 and comes shortly after new CEO Kelly Ortberg’s appointment in August.
Singh also highlighted India’s growing self-reliance, particularly in light combat aircraft, sensors, radars, and electronic warfare technologies.
A contingent of 60 personnel from the Indian Army’s Mechanised Infantry Regiment, along with members from other arms and services, will collaborate with 60 personnel from the Royal Army of Oman’s Frontier Force.
