DRDO Missile Complex in Hyderabad to be named after Dr Kalam
DRDO Missile Complex in
Hyderabad to be named after Dr Kalam
The Defence
Minister Shri Manohar Parrikar will rename the country’s prestigious Missile
Complex in Hyderabad as “Dr APJ Abdul Kalam Missile Complex”. The landmark
event will take place at Research Centre Imarat (RCI) tomorrow on the occasion
of the 84th Birth Anniversary of Dr Kalam, the “Missile Man”.
Dr Kalam had joined Missile Complex, DRDO in 1982 and was a part of it for nearly two decades. The Missile Complex comprises Advanced Systems Laboratory (ASL), Defence Research and Development Laboratory (DRDL) and Research Centre Imarat (RCI) which is considered to be the brain child of Dr Kalam. As founder Director, Dr Kalam conceived and steered RCI as a generator of critical missile technologies.
Shri Parrikar will also be inaugurating two advanced R&D facilities of RCI - Outdoor RCS Test Facility, “ORANGE”, at Dundigal and Kautilya Advanced Research Centre at RCI, Hyderabad. Dr G. Satheesh Reddy, SA to RM & Director, RCI along with other Distinguished Scientists, Lab Directors, Project Directors, senior officials & Staff of DRDO will be present during the event.
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Raksha Mantri Inaugurates Air
Force Commanders’ Conference – Oct 2015
Air Force
Commanders’ Conference (AFCC) – 2015 commenced at Air Headquarters (Vayu
Bhawan), New Delhi on 13 Oct 15. Shri Manohar Parrikar, Hon’ble Raksha Mantri
inaugurated the bi-annual conference.
Air Chief Marshal Arup Raha, Chief of the Air Staff (CAS) welcomed Shri Parrikar, Shri Rao Inderjit Singh, Hon’ble Raksha Rajya Mantri, Shri G Mohan Kumar, the Defence Secretary and Shri AK Gupta, Secretary Defence Production. He then introduced the Air Force Commanders to the Hon’ble RM.
CAS updated the RM on operational status of the IAF and also highlighted the efforts put in to enhance the serviceability of aircraft, especially the combat fleet. The Air Chief lauded the efforts put in by air-warriors in extending humanitarian assistance to Nepal following the devastating earthquake. Operation carried out by the IAF during Yemen evacuation also found praiseworthy mention during the Chief's address. The Air Chief also stated that after the successful landing of the Mirage-2000 fighter on the Delhi-Agra Expressway, the Air Force was looking to expand its range of operations from such surfaces in the near future. He maintained that high morale of the air warriors was an absolute essential for conduct of successful operations. It was therefore imperative that development of Human Resources & welfare of air warriors be given top priority.
The Hon’ble RM complimented the IAF for professional conduct during relief and rescue operations, especially after the Nepal earthquake and Yemen evacuation. He appreciated the efforts made by the IAF in assisting the Civil Aviation sector in meeting their operational requirements.
The aim of this bi-annual Conference is to discuss issues that impact on the operational capability of the IAF. Prominent issues that were discussed include induction plans for the LCA, helicopters and other combat systems being procured. Infrastructure creation and enhanced Training aspects were deliberated during the conference.
Air Chief Marshal Arup Raha, Chief of the Air Staff (CAS) welcomed Shri Parrikar, Shri Rao Inderjit Singh, Hon’ble Raksha Rajya Mantri, Shri G Mohan Kumar, the Defence Secretary and Shri AK Gupta, Secretary Defence Production. He then introduced the Air Force Commanders to the Hon’ble RM.
CAS updated the RM on operational status of the IAF and also highlighted the efforts put in to enhance the serviceability of aircraft, especially the combat fleet. The Air Chief lauded the efforts put in by air-warriors in extending humanitarian assistance to Nepal following the devastating earthquake. Operation carried out by the IAF during Yemen evacuation also found praiseworthy mention during the Chief's address. The Air Chief also stated that after the successful landing of the Mirage-2000 fighter on the Delhi-Agra Expressway, the Air Force was looking to expand its range of operations from such surfaces in the near future. He maintained that high morale of the air warriors was an absolute essential for conduct of successful operations. It was therefore imperative that development of Human Resources & welfare of air warriors be given top priority.
The Hon’ble RM complimented the IAF for professional conduct during relief and rescue operations, especially after the Nepal earthquake and Yemen evacuation. He appreciated the efforts made by the IAF in assisting the Civil Aviation sector in meeting their operational requirements.
The aim of this bi-annual Conference is to discuss issues that impact on the operational capability of the IAF. Prominent issues that were discussed include induction plans for the LCA, helicopters and other combat systems being procured. Infrastructure creation and enhanced Training aspects were deliberated during the conference.
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International Fleet Review
2016
The
Chief of the Naval Staff Admiral RK Dhowan today announced the Indian Navy’s
plans to conduct an International Fleet Review (IFR) on the Eastern Seaboard at
Visakhapatnam from 04 - 08 February 2016. At a specially convened press
conference at New Delhi, the CNS said that over 50 navies from across the globe
are expected to be represented at this event which would be reviewed by Shri
Pranab Mukherjee, The President of India on 06 February 2016.
In the
current geo-political scenario, seafarers of the world, represented by their
navies have taken a leading role in bringing nations together by steadily
increasing cooperation at sea. One of the important ways used by the navies to
enhance cooperation and promote friendship amongst the seafaring community is
through the conduct of the Fleet Review. The leading nations of the world use
the opportunity provided by the Fleet Review to enhance mutual trust and
confidence with their maritime neighbours by inviting their ships to
participate in the Review. Called an International Fleet Review, this event
then provides the host nation an occasion to display its own naval prowess and
maritime capabilities whilst simultaneously generating goodwill amongst other
maritime nations. The review also aims at assuring the country of the Indian
Navy’s preparedness, high morale and discipline.
On this
occasion, Admiral RK Dhowan said that “During the
International Fleet Review, the navies of the world will come together at
Visakhapatnam to strengthen bridges of friendship. We may be separated by
geography, but we are certainly united through oceans. The visiting navies will
also have the opportunity to display their professional skills as they sail
together for exercises to increase mutual cooperation and interoperability,
with the underlying theme of keeping the global commons safe and secure in the
21stcentury.”
The
specially designed signature elements for the event comprising the logo, the
chosen mascot – the Dolphin, the adopted theme as United
through Oceans and the theme song composed for the event were also
released. The websitewww.ifr16.indiannavy.gov.in and the mobile
app IFR-16 Indian Navy which will serve as the single window
interface for interaction with the public and the participants was also
launched.
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Visit of INS Sahyadri at
Sagami Bay, Japan
In pursuance of India’s ‘Act East’ policy, Indian Naval Ship Sahyadri,
currently on operational deployment to North West Pacific region and South
China Sea, entered today at Sagami Bay, Japan. The ship will participate in the
International Fleet Review organised by the Japanese Maritime Self Defense
Force (JMSDF). It will also undertake professional interactions in harbour as
well as exercises at sea with the JMSDF.
India and Japan have historic cultural links, dating back to the 9th Century
A.D. These have led to a natural affinity between the Indian and Japanese
people. In August 2000, both countries established a ‘Global Partnership in the
21stCentury’ and held the first ‘Comprehensive Security Dialogue’ in
2001. India and Japan instituted the Defence Policy Dialogue in 2007 and the
Maritime Affairs Dialogue in 2013. As part of their growing maritime
interaction, India and Japan have commenced the JIMEX series of bilateral
maritime exercises, in 2012 off Yokosuka and in 2013 off Chennai. The JMSDF is
also likely to participate in the International Fleet Review 2016, scheduled to
be held in February 2016, off the East Coast of India.
The visit of INS Sahyadri is aimed at strengthening bilateral ties and
enhancing inter-operability between navies of the two countries. IN ships
had last visited Sasebo, Japan in July 2014. INS Sahyadri is an indigenously
built warship of the Shivalik Class. Inducted into the Indian Navy on 21 July
12, the multi-role stealth frigate, boasts of an impressive array of weaponry
in her arsenal. Long range anti-ship missiles, medium and short range surface
to air missiles augmented by powerful guns of different calibres provide a
formidable shield against all types of surface and air threats. The capability
to carry two integral multi-role helicopters significantly enhances the potency
of this ship. INS Sahyadri, is presently being commanded by Captain Kunal Singh
Rajkumar.
During her stay in harbour, the ship will participate in the International
Fleet Review being conducted by JMSDF. In addition, various activities aimed at
enhancing cooperation between the two navies are planned. These include
official calls on local naval and civilian dignitaries, reception on board INS
Sahyadri, visits to the ship by the local populace, guided tours for Indian
Naval personnel and professional interaction between personnel of both the
navies.
The ship had earlier visited Da Nang, Vietnam on the way to Sagami Bay, Japan.
On departure from Japan, the ship will visit ports in the Republic of Korea and
the Philippines.
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Press Brief - Admiral Rh
Tahiliani (Retd) passes away
Former Chief of
the Naval Staff Admiral Radhakrishna Hariram Tahiliani (Retd) passed away today
14 Oct 15, in New Delhi. Born on 12 May 1930, the Admiral was commissioned in
the Navy on 01 Sep 50 and served as the 11th Chief of Naval Staff from 01 Dec
84 till 30 Nov 87. A distinguished graduate of the French Test Pilot School and
an outstanding pilot, he was the first to land on the deck of INS Vikrant on a
Hawker Sea Hawk Fighter on 18 May 61, ushering carrier based aviation into the
Indian Navy. The Admiral had commanded the carrier borne squadron INAS 300
during the Indo – Pak war in 1971. His distinguished career included command of
INS Trishul and the Aircraft Carrier INS Vikrant. The “Greyest of the Grey
Eagles” is an apt expression to sum up Admiral Tahiliani’s seminal and vast
experience as a stupendous naval aviator. His exemplary vision, catapulted the
Naval Air Arm to where it is today. He was instrumental in the procurement of
the second aircraft carrier INS Viraat along with its fighter complement of Sea
Harrier aircraft.
In Dec 77, he was promoted to the rank of Rear Admiral and appointed as the Flag Officer, Goa Area (FOGA). Later, he was appointed the Flag Officer Commanding, Western Fleet (FOCWF). His next appointment was as Assistant Chief of the Naval Staff (Air) at Naval Headquarters (NHQ) which was followed by appointment as the Deputy Chief of Naval Staff. In Feb 82, he was appointed as the Flag Officer Commanding-in-Chief (FOC-IN-C), Southern Naval Command. In Mar 83, he was appointed the Flag Officer Commanding-in-Chief, Western Naval Command and subsequently as the Vice Chief of the Naval Staff in May 84.
Admiral Tahiliani retired from the Indian Navy on 30 Nov 87 after a highly distinguished career spanning 37 years. He was awarded the Ati Vishisht Seva Medal and the Param Vishisht Seva Medal for his distinguished service.
Post retirement Admiral Tahiliani served as the Governor of Sikkim between Feb 90 and Sep 94. He also helped launch the India chapter of ‘Transparency International’ as a founder member in 1997. He has served as the chairman of the India chapter from its founding until 2010. He was also the chairperson of ‘Balvantray Mehta Vidya Bhawan Anguridevi Shersingh’, a senior secondary school in New Delhi. Admiral Tahiliani was married to Jaswanti Tahiliani. His wife was equally distinguished as the first lady engineer in Mumbai. He is also the proud father of noted Indian fashion designer, Tarun Tahiliani.
In Dec 77, he was promoted to the rank of Rear Admiral and appointed as the Flag Officer, Goa Area (FOGA). Later, he was appointed the Flag Officer Commanding, Western Fleet (FOCWF). His next appointment was as Assistant Chief of the Naval Staff (Air) at Naval Headquarters (NHQ) which was followed by appointment as the Deputy Chief of Naval Staff. In Feb 82, he was appointed as the Flag Officer Commanding-in-Chief (FOC-IN-C), Southern Naval Command. In Mar 83, he was appointed the Flag Officer Commanding-in-Chief, Western Naval Command and subsequently as the Vice Chief of the Naval Staff in May 84.
Admiral Tahiliani retired from the Indian Navy on 30 Nov 87 after a highly distinguished career spanning 37 years. He was awarded the Ati Vishisht Seva Medal and the Param Vishisht Seva Medal for his distinguished service.
Post retirement Admiral Tahiliani served as the Governor of Sikkim between Feb 90 and Sep 94. He also helped launch the India chapter of ‘Transparency International’ as a founder member in 1997. He has served as the chairman of the India chapter from its founding until 2010. He was also the chairperson of ‘Balvantray Mehta Vidya Bhawan Anguridevi Shersingh’, a senior secondary school in New Delhi. Admiral Tahiliani was married to Jaswanti Tahiliani. His wife was equally distinguished as the first lady engineer in Mumbai. He is also the proud father of noted Indian fashion designer, Tarun Tahiliani.
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