WOMEN FIGHTER PILOTS
She left IAF after 10 years to support family, then lost husband in MiG-21 crash; Supreme Court backs her reinstatement
After leaving the Indian Air Force in 2013 to support her family, Squadron Leader Priyanka Saxena sought a return to service after her husband, an IAF fighter pilot, was killed in a MiG-21 crash in 2021. The Supreme Court has now ordered her reinstatement, allowing her to resume service after one year of refresher training while counting her earlier decade of service.
BRICS adopts New Delhi Declaration: Inside the 140-point document on Global South's ambitions
BRICS leaders adopted the New Delhi Declaration at the 18th summit, reaffirming their commitment to cooperation, multilateralism and a more representative global order. The document outlines India's 2026 chairship priorities, recognises partner countries' contributions and calls for greater participation of Emerging Markets, Developing Countries and Least Developed Countries in global governance.
Will consider granting permanent commission to women officers: Indian Coast Guard to SC
The Indian Coast Guard is contemplating the issuance of permanent commissions to its female officers, in line with Supreme Court directives and favorable reports on vigilance clearances. Notably, officer Priyanka Tyagi among others will be assessed for lifelong service roles. With the Supreme Court advocating for equal opportunities, a decision is anticipated from the Coast Guard in the upcoming two weeks.
Quote of the Day by Christian Bale: 'It’s the actors who are prepared to make fools of themselves who are usually the ones...'- Inspiring life lessons on confidence, vulnerability, and the courage to make a fool of yourself at times by The Dark Knight star
Quote of the Day by Christian Bale: Christian Bale's quote highlights actors making fools of themselves for audience connection. His career shows commitment to challenging roles and physical transformations. This approach teaches us to embrace vulnerability and take genuine risks. Fear of embarrassment often hinders personal growth and potential achievements. Prioritizing commitment over appearance unlocks true capabilities and memorable impact.
Pakistan's sleeper cells in India tried to locate S-400 defence systems during Operation Sindoor: Air Marshal Jeetendra Mishra (Retd)
During Operation Sindoor, India's S-400 air defence systems played a critical role by thwarting attempts from Pakistani fighter jets to approach the Indian border, Jeetendra Mishra revealed. Pakistan's efforts to locate these systems through intel proved futile, he added.
SC slams Indian Coast Guard (ICG) for denying permanent commission to female officer
The Supreme Court criticized the Indian Coast Guard for denying a permanent commission. The court found the Coast Guard's policy vague and arbitrary in its decision-making. It gave the Coast Guard two weeks to decide on officer Priyanka Tyagi's induction. The court stated it would not allow women officers to be humiliated in this manner. The bench reserved its decision, urging a sportsmanship approach to the issue.
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Actor Madhavan salutes TCS techie-turned Indian Air Force female pilot Bhawana Kanth, India's first woman 'Top Gun'
Actor R Madhavan, who is set to appear in GDN, recently lauded Bhawana Kanth for her historic achievement as the first woman FCL aviator. Kanth had earlier made headlines after participating in India’s Republic Day parade and was among the first three women fighter pilots to be commissioned in 2016. Madhavan had once aspired to serve in the armed forces but exceeded the eligible age limit, despite gaining military exposure through his NCC training with British soldiers.
Who is Bhawana Kanth? How a former TCS techie became India's first woman 'Top Gun' combat pilot
Squadron Leader Bhawana Kanth earned the "Top Gun" title after completing a rigorous combat pilot course. Captain Shivani Sehrawat became the first woman officer appointed Aide-de-Camp to the Army chief. Kanth is among the first women fighter pilots commissioned into the Indian Air Force. She previously qualified for daytime combat missions on the MiG-21 Bison aircraft. These achievements mark significant progress for women in India's armed forces.
New OTT releases (August 3 - August 9): What to watch this week on Netflix, Prime Video, JioHotstar, Zee5 and more
Several new shows and movies are arriving on streaming platforms this week. Ted Lasso returns with its fourth season, and My Life with the Walter Boys has its third season. Main Vaapas Aaunga and Operation Safed Sagar will also be available for viewers. The Super Mario Galaxy Movie and Lenin are other exciting releases. The Shards, a teen thriller, completes the week's offerings. Read on to know when and where to watch them on OTT.
Sub Lt Poonia becomes first woman to be inducted into fighter stream of naval aviation
Sub Lt Aastha Poonia made history as the first woman inducted into the fighter stream of naval aviation, marking a significant step towards gender inclusivity in the Indian Navy. During a ceremony at INS Dega, Visakhapatnam, she and Lt Atul Kumar Dhull received the 'Wings of Gold,' signifying their qualification.
Huge opportunity: Squadron Leader Avni Chaturvedi on becoming 1st woman IAF pilot to participate in aerial wargame abroad
Weeks after scripting history by becoming the first woman fighter pilot of the Indian Air Force (IAF) to take part in an aerial wargame abroad, Squadron Leader Avani Chaturvedi says flying combat aircraft is exciting and the sky is the limit for young people wanting to pursue a career in the force.
Induction of women fighter pilots into IAF made permanent scheme
The decision came months after the Supreme Court paved the way for the entry of women into the prestigious National Defence Academy (NDA), which has been a male bastion, for recruitment into the three services.
Flight Lieutenant Shivangi Singh, commissioned in 2017, to be first Rafale woman fighter pilot
From the country’s oldest fighter jets to the newest, Flight Lieutenant Shivangi Singh is getting set to graduate to flying the omni-role Rafale after becoming fully-operational on the ageing MiG-21 ‘Bison’. Flt Lt Singh will formally join the 17 ‘Golden Arrows’ Squadron of the 4.5-generation Rafales at the Ambala airbase after she finishes her "conversion training"
Indian Air Force's Golden Arrows squadron with Rafales to have first woman pilot soon
The woman pilot is undergoing training to fly Rafale aircraft, they said. She has been flying MiG-21 fighters and was selected for the Rafale fleet following an internal process, the sources said.
History created: India's first batch of women fighter pilots commissioned
The three women pilots said they consider themselves "fortunate" and were excited to take on their duties.
First batch of women fighter pilots to be inducted into IAF
Bhawana Kanth, Mohana Singh and Avani Chaturvedi are the trainees who qualified for the fighter stream after it was thrown open to women in October 2015.
Women fighter pilots a five-year trial project: Government
The government has clarified that the recently-announced historic move to induct women fighter pilots will be only an experimental one for five years.
In 1943, Subhash Chandra Bose raised a women's regiment to fight British
In 1943, Subhas Chandra Bose's Indian National Army raised the all-women Rani of Jhansi regiment to operate as guerilla infantry to fight against the British.
Decision on permanent commission to women IAF pilots in 1 year: Manohar Parrikar
Parrikar said the decision on granting them permanent commission will be taken "soon" and went on to add that it will be taken in "one year".
Women fighter pilots advised to put off motherhood by 4 years
IAF sources clarified that the advisory is not legal binding and is to ensure that their training does not get affected.
Meet India's first three women fighter pilot trainees who will shatter the combat-exclusion policy
The trio will also shatter the long-standing combat-exclusion policy for women in the forces once they become full-fledged fighter pilots by mid-2017 .
First batch of women fighter pilots will be inducted in IAF on June 18
"As of now three women trainees have volunteered to join the fighter stream. They are under the second phase of their training," Raha said.
ET Edit: Allowing induction of women fighters in IAF a welcome move
It is in keeping with the aspiration of women to serve the country as equals to men, and is in line with the trends in developed nations.
Big boost: Ministry of Defence approves induction of women fighter pilots into IAF
According to the MoD release, the first women pilots would be selected from the batch which is presently undergoing flying training at Air Force Academy.
Defence Minister Manohar Parrikar to discuss women fighter pilots plan
The IAF's proposal will be discussed at a meeting called by defence minister Manohar Parrikar with the three Service chiefs next week.
India’s first-ever women fighter pilots gear up for solo MiG-21 flights
Flying jets solo does not mean they promptly turn into fullfledged fighter pilots, capable of handling the intricacies of high-voltage combat flying.
Women not fit to fly combat jets: IAF chief Arup Raha
Women officers in the US even serve on ballistic missile submarines, and may be joined in the underwater nuclear arm by enlisted women sailors soon.
President makes a strong case for women fighter pilots
President Pratibha Patil, who on Wednesday became the first woman head of state to fly in a combat plane, has made out a strong case for the induction of women fighter pilots into the Indian Air Force.
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