B S DHANOA
Oh, those squawking yellow creatures stumbling into golden black & white
Whether yearning for a time and place you never lived through like silent-era Hollywood, or one you do remember like 80s Hindi cinema, Minions and a filmi minion were both at hand to jog some joy
Kargil: Mirage 2000, MiG-21s deployed under Op Safed Sagar turned tide of war in India's favour
Operation Safed Sagar utilized precision bombs, striking intruders at high altitudes. Mirage 2000 jets delivered a decisive blow, hastening enemy withdrawal from strategic heights. MiG-21s and MiG-27s also supported air operations during the Kargil conflict. Helicopters provided crucial casualty evacuation and transport aircraft supplied forward airfields. The IAF's role turned the tide of the war in India's favor.
Ex-Air Chief Marshall highlights necessity of indigenous technology base for country's defence needs
Former Air Chief Marshal B S Dhanoa (retd) on Friday highlighted the evolving warfare scenario and emphasised the necessity of an indigenous technology base for the defence needs of the country. He was invited as a chief guest at the National Technology Day celebrations at the Terminal Ballistics Research Laboratory (TBRL) Range Ramgarh in Panchkula.
Hero MotoCorp appoints former Air Chief BS Dhanoa as independent director
Dhanoa served as the Chief of the Indian Air Force from January 1, 2017 to September 30, 2019. The company has also appointed Sanjay Bhan as Head of Global Business.
Rafales will provide India major advantage in Tibet in case of aerial combat: Ex-IAF Chief B S Dhanoa
Five Rafale jets out of 36 arrived India last week at a time India is in the midst of a bitter border row with China in the high altitude eastern Ladakh region.
IAF flew 625 tonnes of new notes after demonetisation: Dhanoa
Former Air Chief Marshal B S Dhanoa has said that after demonetisation in 2016, the Indian Air Force (IAF) transported 625 tonnes of new currency notes to various parts of the country.
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Rafale verdict will have positive impact on overall military procurement: Ex-IAF chief Dhanoa
Delivering its much-awaited ruling on the matter, SC today refused to review its earlier decision of giving a clean chit to the govt while rejecting pleas for registration of an FIR by the CBI for alleged irregularities in the deal. In its 2018 order, the SC had said that there was no occasion to doubt the decision-making process in the Rafale jets deal.
General Rawat to take charge of chairman of chiefs of staff committee on Friday
The Chiefs of Staff Committee (COSC) comprises chiefs of the Army, the Navy and the Air Force and the senior most member is appointed its chairperson.
Domination of air essential to win war: IAF Chief B S Dhanoa
"Domination of air is essential to win a war and therefore the synergy between all the security forces is of paramount importance," the release quoted Dhanoa as saying.
IAF's 17 Squadron to be resurrected Tuesday; to be first Rafale unit
The 'Golden Arrows' 17 Squadron was commanded by Air Chief Marshal Dhanoa during the Kargil war in 1999.
We salute grit, valour of those who defended India: President on Kargil Vijay Diwas
President Ram Nath Kovind on Friday hailed the "grit and valour of those who defended India" on the 20th anniversary of India's triumph in the Kargil war.
Balakot showed IAF's ability of precision bombing: IAF Chief
Early this year, after the Pulwama terror attack that killed 40 CRPF personnel, the Air Force launched air strikes at a terror camp in Balakot, inside Pakistani territory.
Imbibe skills for techno-driven warfare: Dhanoa to NDA cadets
In all, 291 cadets graduated from the NDA as they passed through the portals of the prestigious Khetarpal Parade Ground.
IAF Chief Dhanoa new chairman of chiefs of staff committee
The Chiefs of Staff Committee comprises chiefs of the Army, the Navy and the Air Force and the senior most member is appointed its chairperson.
Rafale is game changer, SC delivered fine judgment: IAF Chief
Air Chief Marshal B S Dhanoa said the planned procurement had already taken a long time and during this period India's neighbours have upgraded their own defence arsenal. He also cautioned against politicisation of defence purchases, suggesting that this had earlier led to the delay in the Army acquiring the Bofors gun.
ISRO launches military communication satellite GSAT-7A from Sriharikota
GSAT-7A will be the first one built primarily for the IAF to qualitatively unify its assets and improve combined, common intelligence during operations.
Joint planning among Army, Navy, IAF key to win any war in shortest possible time: B S Dhanoa
The IAF chief said all the three services will have to adopt a coherent approach to effectively deal with all possible security threats facing the country.
Rafale deal a 'good package' and a game-changer: Air Force Chief
B S Dhanoa said the S-400 air defence missile systems and the 36 Rafale jets will provide the Air Force with a much needed "booster".
Indian Air Force capable of striking nuke, other targets in Pakistan: IAF Chief
He said the IAF has the capability to carry out "full spectrum" of offensive at a "short notice" to thwart any security challenge facing the country.
IAF to start process to acquire single engine jets this month
"The RFI for the single engine fighter is likely to be issued very soon," Dhanoa said addressing a press conference.
Air Marshal SB Deo takes over as Vice-Chief of Air Staff
He is a FCL (Fighter Combat Leader) and a 'Cat A' Qualified Flying Instructor with over 3,800 hours of operational and training flying.
Arjan Singh was an icon, flying chief, philanthropist: IAF chief Marshal B S Dhanoa
"IAF yesterday lost a legend and icon. When I was a young boy I was inspired by the then Chief of Air Force Arjan Singh." Air Chief Dhanoa said
Very high-level vigil needed to ensure security of airbases: Air Force chief, B S Dhanoa
The IAF has taken several steps to beef up the security of its bases after the January 2016 terror attack on the Pathankot airbase.
Airfields in Tibet lack military infrastructure for offensive operations: Air Chief Marshal B S Dhanoa
The Air chief's remarks come against the backdrop of the recent Doklam stand-off with China which ended after both the countries disengaged troops following a prolonged face-off.
IAF Chief BS Dhanoa on 4-day trip to France to boost defence ties
Air Chief Marshal Dhanoa will also take stock of progress in the supply of 36 Rafale fighter jets by French aviation major Dassault to the IAF under a Euro 7.87 billion deal.
IAF ready for any contingency: Air Chief Marshal
The IAF has continued to evolve over the years, playing significant roles not only in strengthening the defence of our nation, but also carving a niche for itself among the best air forces in the world, said Chief of Air Staff B S Dhanoa.
Significant increase in Chinese aircraft in Tibet Autonomous Region: IAF Chief B S Dhanoa
Dhanoa highlighted the strength of the Indian Air Force. “The IAF is the largest air force among Asian democracies and has the capability to respond fastest,” he said.
Indian Air Force chief B S Dhanoa holds talks with French counterpart
Air Chief Marshal Dhanoa and General Lanata deliberated on further enhancing cooperation between the two air forces, officials said.
Be ready for operations at very short notice: IAF chief asks officers
The reference to "our present holdings" in the letter is likely a shortfall in the number of fighter squadrons with the IAF.
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