The exercise-Vayu Shakti has followed a structured operational storyline, simulating a live, integrated combat theatre. Among the dignitaries present on the occasion were Defence Minister Rajnath Singh, Union Minister Gajendra Singh and Chief of the Air Staff Air Chief Marshal AP Singh.
It may be noted that earlier in April 2023, the President undertook a sortie on the Sukhoi 30 MKI fighter aircraft at the Tezpur Air Force Station in Assam.
An FIR has been registered against Uttar Pradesh Congress President Ajay Rai at Chetganj police station for allegedly mocking the Rafale fighter aircraft by tying lemon and chillies to a toy plane
A bench headed by Chief Justice U.U. Lalit and comprising Justice S. Ravindra Bhat told Sharma that the court was not inclined to entertain the plea. "No case is made out for interference of this court...," said the bench.
Singh is scheduled to travel to Paris on October 7 for a three-day visit, primarily to receive the first of 36 Rafale fighter jets.
The Indian Air Force has initiated major infrastructure upgrade at its frontline base in Ambala for the deployment of the first squadron of the Rafale jets.
Modi is corrupt, says Congress chief, demands his resignation.
He was annoyed with Sharad Pawar 'defending' PM Modi in controversial Rafale fighter jet deal.
The Congress and other opposition parties latched on to the report and stepped up their attack on the Modi government over the deal.
"This is the first time in over four years that this government is facing a minor problem on the economic front. But they are unable to handle the crisis and coming out with all sorts of justifications," said Sinha.
