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Tehran [Iran], July 31 (ANI): <keyword id="19900598" type="General" weightage="20" keywordseo="Hamas" source="keywords" meta.keywordsubtype="org" meta.entityname="Hamas" meta.hostid="261" meta.entityid="Hamas">Hamas</keyword> Political Bureau chief <keyword id="19944483" type="General" weightage="100" keywordseo="Ismail-Haniyeh" source="keywords">Ismail Haniyeh</keyword> has been killed in an attack in Iran's capital, Tehran, the <keyword id="19925328" type="General" weightage="20" keywordseo="Islamic-Revolutionary-Guard-Corps" source="keywords" meta.keywordsubtype="org" meta.entityname="Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps" meta.hostid="261" meta.entityid="Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps">Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps</keyword> said on Wednesday, Press TV reported. In a statement to Meher News Agency the IRGC said that Ismail Haniyeh and one of his bodyguards were killed after their residence was targeted in Tehran. "With condolences to the heroic nation of Palestine and the Islamic nation and the combatants of the Resistance Front and the noble nation of Iran, this morning (Wednesday) the residence of Ismail Haniyeh, the head of the political office of the Islamic Resistance of Hamas, was hit in Tehran, and following this incident, he and one of his bodyguards were martyred," the statement read. Earlier on Tuesday, Iran's Supreme Leader, Seyyed Ali Hosseini Khamenei, held a meeting with <keyword id="2482921" type="General" weightage="20" keywordseo="Hamas-Chief" source="Orion">Hamas chief</keyword> Ismail Haniyeh. Khamenei took to social media platform X to share pictures of his meeting with Haniyeh. In a post on X, Khamenei's office stated, "Imam Khamenei met with Mr. Ismail Haniyah, head of the political bureau of the Palestinian Islamic Resistance Movement Hamas, and Mr. Ziyad al-Nakhalah, the Secretary General of the Palestinian Islamic Jihad Movement." In its reply to the post, the <keyword id="240155" type="General" weightage="20" keywordseo="Israel-Defence-forces" source="Orion">Israel Defence Forces</keyword> posted "Did someone ask for a photo-op of Iran and the leaders of their proxies? Iran's Khamenei met with Hamas' Ismail Haniyah and the Islamic Jihad's Ziyad-al Nakhalah -- two of the terrorist organizations who have been attempting to kill Israelis using weapons made and funded by Iran. We can only assume the topics of conversation included how to spend more Iranian money to kill Israelis while wishing Hezbollah's Nasrallah could join them." Ismail Haniyeh who is based in Qatar, was in Tehran to attend the swearing-in ceremony of the Iranian President-elect, Masoud Pezeshkian, according to a Press TV report. Earlier in April, three sons of Hamas political leader Ismail Haniyeh were killed in an air strike carried out by the Israeli Air Force on Wednesday, the Israel Defense Forces (IDF) informed. The three sons of the Hamas leader, who were confirmed dead by the Israeli forces, were identified as Amir Haniyeh, a cell commander in the Hamas military wind and Mohammad and Hazem Haniyeh." In a post on X, IDF on April 10 stated, "IAF aircraft struck Amir Haniyeh, a cell commander in the Hamas military wing, and Mohammad and Hazem Haniyeh, both Hamas military operatives, in central Gaza today. The IDF confirms that the 3 operatives are the sons of Ismail Haniyeh, the chairman of Hamas' political bureau." Meanwhile, the Israel Defence forces also announced that they had eliminated Fuad Shukr "Sayyid Muhsan", Hezbollah's Most Senior Military Commander. According to the IDF, Shukr was Hezbollah commander Hassan Nasrallah's Right-Hand Man Shukr and directed Hezbollah's attacks on Israel. IDF said he was responsible for the killing of 12 children in Majdal Shams in northern Israel earlier, as well as the killing of numerous Israelis and foreign nationals over the years. The IDF said Shukr was also responsible for the majority of Hezbollah's most advanced weaponry, including precise-guided missiles, cruise missiles, anti-ship missiles, long-range rockets and UAVs.

Hamas Political Bureau Chief Ismail Haniyeh killed in Tehran, Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps confirm

The present security scenario along our northern frontiers is at an uneasy "no war no peace" status, Chief of Air Staff <keyword id="50922" type="POSITION" weightage="20" keywordseo="Air-Chief-Marshal">Air Chief Marshal</keyword> <keyword id="7858995" type="UNKNOWN" weightage="20" keywordseo="rks-bhadauria">RKS Bhadauria</keyword> said on Tuesday, referring to the prolonged border row with China in eastern Ladakh. In an address at a conference, Air Chief Marshal Bhadauria said the <keyword id="15141" type="COMPANY" weightage="20" keywordseo="Indian-Air-Force">Indian Air Force</keyword> has responded to the situation with rapidity and is fully resolved to counter any "misadventure" in the region. "The present security scenario along our northern frontiers is at an uneasy no war no peace status. Our defence forces are prepared for any eventuality as you are aware," the Chief of Air Staff said. Air Chief Marshal Bhadauria said the recent induction of Rafale jets along with previous acquisitions of C-17 Globemaster aircraft as well as Chinook and Apache helicopters have provided the IAF with substantial tactical and strategic capability enhancement. "Air power will be a crucial enabler in our victory in any future conflict. It is, therefore, imperative that IAF obtains and maintains technological edge over our adversaries," he said at the conference on energising the Indian aerospace industry. Five French-made multi-role Rafale fighter jets were inducted into the IAF on September 10. The fleet has been carrying out sorties in eastern Ladakh in the last couple of weeks. The <keyword id="43924" type="POSITION" weightage="20" keywordseo="IAF-chief">IAF chief</keyword> also said that the raising of two squadrons of light combat aircraft Tejas and integration of some indigenous weapons on Su-30 MKI combat jets in a very reduced time frame have been the "most promising" development, reflecting the country's capabilities to develop indigenous military hardware. SEE ALSO: <a href="https://www.businessinsider.in/thelife/personalities/news/google-doodle-celebrates-zohra-sehgal-everyones-favourite-dadi-an-indian-royal-and-doctor-who-star/articleshow/78377815.cms">Google Doodle celebrates Zohra Sehgal — Everyone's favourite dadi, an Indian royal and Doctor Who star</a> <a href="https://www.businessinsider.in/business/startups/news/super30-alumni-founded-startup-wants-to-take-forward-the-legacy-of-his-alma-mater/articleshow/78377011.cms">Super30 alumni founded startup wants to take forward the legacy of his alma mater</a> <a href="https://www.businessinsider.in/stock-market/news/top-stocks-to-watch-infosys-central-bank-of-india-dhfl-anuh-pharma-shalby-balaji-telefilms-and-others/articleshow/78376167.cms">Top stocks to watch— Infosys, Central Bank of India, DHFL, Anuh Pharma, Shalby, Balaji Telefilms and others</a>

India-China border at 'no war no peace' status, says IAF chief

<keyword id="9635849" type="UNKNOWN" weightage="20" keywordseo="Air-Marshal-Vivek-Ram-Chaudhari">Air Marshal Vivek Ram Chaudhari</keyword> to be the <keyword id="9635848" type="UNKNOWN" weightage="20" keywordseo="new-Western-Air-Command-Chief">new Western Air Command Chief</keyword> (This is a developing story)

Air Marshal Vivek Ram Chaudhari to be the new Western Air Command Chief

New Delhi, Women will be inducted as pilots in the Army Aviation Corps from next year, <keyword id="6354416" type="COMPANY" weightage="20" keywordseo="Indian-Army">Indian Army</keyword> Chief General Manoj Mukund Naravane said on Tuesday. Till now, women are only part of ground duties in the Army Aviation Corps. Women pilots would be flying helicopters to forward locations and be part of operations at the borders, the Army Chief said, adding that the proposal has been cleared. The <keyword id="15141" type="COMPANY" weightage="20" keywordseo="Indian-Air-Force">Indian Air Force</keyword> has 10 women fighter pilots. In the <keyword id="6355100" type="COMPANY" weightage="20" keywordseo="Indian-Navy">Indian Navy</keyword>, women pilots are flying the Dornier aircraft and also as observers on board helicopters and P8I surveillance aircraft. Other than the 10 fighter pilots, the <keyword id="6355075" type="COMPANY" weightage="20" keywordseo="IAF">IAF</keyword> has 111 women pilots who fly transport planes and choppers. During his annual press conference in New Delhi, General Naravane said: "Last month, I had initiated a proposal that women officers can be recruited to Army Aviation. The next course which will begin in July this year, will induct women for training purposes in flying branch and after one year they will be able to join in operational duties." The Indian Army raised the Army Aviation Corps on November 1, 1986 and it comprises helicopters that fly in conflict and peace zones. The Aviation Corps is critical for the Indian Army as it is pressed into action for evacuation of injured troops during operations or health emergencies in high altitude areas. Army Aviation Corps choppers are also used for reconnaissance, observation, casualty evacuation, essential load drops, and combat search and rescue. The helicopters participate in <keyword id="398565" type="COMPANY" weightage="20" keywordseo="humanitarian-aid">Humanitarian Aid</keyword> and Disaster Relief (HADR) operations across the country. The corps has played an important role in the past in operations like Kargil but has also been at the forefront carrying out varied tasks during the ongoing India-China military standoff in Ladakh.

Women to be inducted as Army pilots currently they are part of ground duties only: Army Chief

<ul><li>The <keyword id="158152" type="General" weightage="20" keywordseo="Light-Combat-Helicopter" source="Orion">Light Combat Helicopter</keyword> is developed by <keyword id="139970" type="General" weightage="80" keywordseo="hindustan-aeronautics-ltd" source="Orion">Hindustan Aeronautics Ltd</keyword> (HAL).</li><li>LCH features armoured-protection systems, night attack capability, 20mm gun, 70mm rocket and missiles.</li><li>It has a top speed of 268kmph and a maximum range of 550km.</li></ul>The Defence Minister of India, <keyword id="6355121" type="General" weightage="80" keywordseo="rajnath-singh" source="Orion">Rajnath Singh</keyword>, inducted an indigenously- developed Light Combat Helicopter (LCH) into <keyword id="15141" type="General" weightage="80" keywordseo="indian-air-force" source="Orion">Indian Air Force</keyword> (IAF). The induction occurred in the presence of the Defence Minister and Staff Air Chief Marshal VR Chaudhari during the induction Ceremony of Light Combat Helicopters (LCH) in Jodhpur. This light combat helicopter has been developed to boost the Indian Air Force's combat prowess as the helicopter is capable of firing a range of missiles and other weapons. <cmsannotation type="cmsannotation" annotationid="Key features of Light Combat Helicopter (LCH)" comment="subhead" text="Key features of Light Combat Helicopter (LCH)">Key features of Light Combat Helicopter (LCH)</cmsannotation> The Light Combat Helicopter has been developed by Hindustan Aeronautics Ltd (HAL). It has been primarily designed for deployment in the high-altitude region. It shares similar traits with the advanced light helicopter Dhruv. It has a number of stealth features, including armoured-protection systems, night attack capability and crash-worthy landing gear. The LCH can be deployed in high-altitude areas and all-weather combat conditions, thanks to requisite agility, manoeuvrability, and extended range. Besides this, the helicopter can also be deployed in high-altitude bunker busting operations, urban environments, counter-insurgency, and combat capabilities to support ground forces. <div type="image" title="Light Combat Helicopter" msid="94613876" hostid="261" sizebytes="51422"></div> Other than these, several key aviation technologies are used in this helicopter, like glass cockpit, crashworthy bottom structure, anti-resonance isolation system, integrated architecture and display system, IR suppressor, helmet-mounted display system and more. Coming to weapon capabilities, it has a 20mm gun, 70mm rocket and missiles. The helicopter can fire air-to-air and air-to-ground missiles. This Light Combat Helicopter (LCH) weighs 5,800 Kg, has a range of 550km and has a maximum speed of 268kmph. It is powered by a SHAKTI engine that produces a power of 1032kW. In March, Prime Minister Narendra Modi led a Cabinet Committee on Security, which approved the procurement of 15 indigenously developed Limited Series Production (LSP) LCH at the cost of ₹3,887 crores. According to the defence ministry, ten helicopters will be introduced, five for Indian Air Force (IAF) and five for the Indian Army. The helicopter has been tested under stringent operating conditions, such as in the desert and cold Siachen regions. Back in February 2020, the helicopter was declared ready for production. SEE ALSO: <a href="https://www.businessinsider.in/defense/news/ins-vikrant-pm-modi-unveils-indias-first-indigenous-aircraft-carrier/slidelist/93944069.cms">PM Modi unveils India’s first indigenous aircraft carrier- INS Vikrant</a> <a href="https://www.businessinsider.in/defense/news/meet-the-former-lieutenant-general-anil-chauhan-the-next-chief-of-defence-staff/slidelist/94530802.cms">Meet the former Lieutenant General Anil Chauhan — the next Chief of Defence Staff</a>

Here’s everything you need to know about the made-in-India lightweight combat helicopter

<ul><li>Air Chief Marshal RKS Bhadauri asserted that the <keyword id="15141" type="ORGANIZATION" weightage="20" keywordseo="Indian-Air-Force">Indian Air Force</keyword> (IAF) is ready for a two-front war. </li><li>Over the last couple of months, India has been facing off against China as well as Pakistan along its northern borders. </li><li>“The IAF is well-positioned to take on China across all theatres,” said the IAF chief.</li></ul>Amid rising tensions with China along the Line of Actual Control (LAC) and Pakistan’s repeated ceasefire violations along the Line of Control (LoC), Air Chief Marshal RKS Bhadauria asserts that the Indian Air Force (IAF) is ready for a two-front war. <div type="twitter" handle="ANI" handlename="ANI" image="http://pbs.twimg.com/profile_images/1497864299/ani_mic_logo_normal.jpg" favoritecount="281" retweetcount="56" status="#WATCH The emerging threat scenario in our neighbourhood &amp; beyond mandates need to have a robust capability to figh… https://t.co/UZqY1QppdU" createdat="1601882195000" id="1313015209791905792"></div> “The IAF is ready for any possible conflict, including a two-front war,” he said during a press briefing ahead of the National Air Force day 2020 on October 8. “The IAF is well positioned to take on China across all theatres,” Bhadauria added. According to him, the recent addition of the Rafale fighter jet into the Indian Armed Forces’ arsenal gives India an edge over its adversaries. <div type="Article" hostid="261" msid="78162853" title="India-China decide ‘early date’ needed for military talks on border issue — but stalemate continues" mstype="2" mssubtype="0"></div> “We have operationalised the recently acquired Rafales, Chinooks and Apaches in record time,” said the IAF chief. He also highlighted that Hindustan Aeronautics Limited’s (HAL) Advanced Medium Combat Aircraft (AMCA) will remain the IAF’s ‘mainstay’ for at least the next decade or so. “Processes have been set of 6th generation technologies like directed energy, swarm drones, hypersonic weapons and others,” Bhadauri explained. <div type="Article" hostid="261" msid="77743778" title="Experts explain India’s 'military options' against China" mstype="2" mssubtype="0"></div> According to him, the IAF’s position as a credible combat-ready force is critical towards ensuring victory in any future conflict. Last week, Bhadauri also indicated that India’s northern frontiers’ precarious situation is currently <a href="https://www.businessinsider.in/defense/news/india-china-border-at-no-war-no-peace-status-says-iaf-chief/articleshow/78380509.cms">‘uneasy,’ giving it a ‘no war, no peace’ status.</a> SEE ALSO: <a href="https://www.businessinsider.in/finance/banks/news/supreme-court-defers-loan-moratorium-case-hearing-to-october-13-gives-rbi-and-the-government-another-week-to-file-additional-affidavits/articleshow/78487586.cms">Supreme Court defers loan moratorium case hearing to October 13 — gives RBI and the government another week to file additional affidavits</a> <a href="https://www.businessinsider.in/stock-market/news/tcs-shares-hit-record-high-board-to-mull-over-share-buyback-and-earnings-on-october-7/articleshow/78486980.cms">TCS rallies nearly 5%, shares hit fresh high — board to mull over share buyback and earnings on October 7</a> <a href="https://www.businessinsider.in/finance/banks/news/indusind-icici-rbl-axis-hdfc-kotak-mahindra-bank-share-price-and-other-stocks-surge-on-loan-moratorium-case/articleshow/78486360.cms">Relief rally in bank stocks continues as Supreme Court defers loan moratorium hearing to October 13</a>

The Indian Air Force is ready for a two-front war, says Air Chief Marshal RKS Bhadauria

In a major push to induct indigenously developed weapon systems, the <keyword id="15141" type="General" weightage="80" keywordseo="indian-air-force" source="Orion">Indian Air Force</keyword> has moved a proposal worth over Rs 1,400 crore to the government for acquiring <keyword id="7766600" type="General" weightage="50" keywordseo="rudram" source="Orion">Rudram</keyword> next-generation anti-radiation missiles (NGARM) to search and destroy enemy radar locations, informed defence officials. "A proposal for acquisition of advanced missiles developed by the <keyword id="152819" type="General" weightage="50" keywordseo="defence-research-and-development-organisation" source="Orion">Defence Research and Development Organisation</keyword> is with the <keyword id="43909" type="General" weightage="50" keywordseo="defence-ministry" source="Orion">Defence Ministry</keyword> and a high-level meeting would soon be taking a call on it," defence officials told <keyword id="21936" type="General" weightage="50" keywordseo="ani" source="Orion">ANI</keyword>. The next-generation anti-radiation missiles have already been tested by the Indian Air Force from its Sukhoi-30 fighter aircraft fleet and can destroy enemy radar locations during conflicts, they said. The destruction of radar systems can help the Indian Air Force to strike targets without detection, the officials said. The NGARM can be fired from IAF fighters like the Sukhoi-30 and the Mirage-2000. It is accurate and has been developed with the capability to even track a radar system even if it is not operating. NGARM is India's first indigenously developed anti-radiation missile that has a speed of <keyword id="1548525" type="General" weightage="50" keywordseo="mach" source="Orion">Mach</keyword> two or twice the speed of sound. The tactical, air-to-surface anti-radiation missile is equipped with a passive homing head that tracks sources of radiation of a wide range of frequencies. It can lock into a target not only before launch but also after it has been launched. The NGARM induction would be a big boost for the Indian Air Force as it would help the force prepare for future wars with indigenous weapon systems. Recently, Air Chief Marshal VR <keyword id="6373197" type="General" weightage="50" keywordseo="chaudhari" source="Orion">Chaudhari</keyword> stated that based on lessons learnt from the Ukraine-Russia war, the Indian Air Force would be focusing on inducting 'made in Indian weapons'. SEE ALSO: <a target="_blank" class="c-link c-message_attachment__title_link" href="https://www.businessinsider.in/india/news/verify-aadhaar-before-accepting-it-as-proof-of-identity-uidai/articleshow/95741501.cms">'Verify Aadhaar before accepting it as proof of identity': UIDAI</a> <a target="_blank" class="c-link c-message_attachment__title_link" href="https://www.businessinsider.in/finance/news/india-well-placed-to-grow-at-a-moderately-brisk-rate-inflation-to-ease-says-a-finance-ministry-report/articleshow/95741327.cms">India well placed to grow at a 'moderately brisk rate', inflation to ease says a Finance Ministry report</a>

IAF set to place Rs 1,400 crore order for next-gen missiles to search and destroy enemy radars

Indian <keyword id="6354954" type="General" weightage="100" keywordseo="air-force" source="Orion">Air Force</keyword> (IAF) was set up on 8 October in the year 1932 and since then it has recorded several phenomenal achievements like participating in some crucial wars and accomplishing some landmark missions. Every year, India celebrates the <keyword id="2549611" type="General" weightage="20" keywordseo="indian-air-force-day" source="Orion">Indian Air Force Day</keyword> on 8 October to extend the country’s appreciation and gratitude to the IAF. In a customary celebration organized at the Hindon base, the Chief of IAF and the top leaders of all the three wings of the armed forces participate. The Indian Air Force is the fourth largest of its kind on the globe today following those of the US, Russia and China. In addition to defending India’s air space, IAF also participates in disaster management programs and humanitarian missions. Here is a select collection of quotes and wishes to share with your near and dear ones on the occasion of Indian Air Force Day. <cmsannotation type="cmsannotation" annotationid="Indian Air Force Day 2021 quotes" comment="subhead" text="Indian Air Force Day 2021 quotes">Indian Air Force Day 2021 quotes</cmsannotation> On the battlefield, the military pledges to leave no soldier behind. As a nation, let it be our pledge that when they return home, we leave no veteran behind. – Dan Lipinski Soldiers can sometimes make decisions that are smarter than the orders they have been given. - Orson Scott Card, Enders Game The world is a dangerous place, not because of those who do evil, but because of those who look on and do nothing. – Albert Einstein The supreme quality for leadership is unquestionably integrity. Without it, no real success is possible, no matter whether it is on a section gang, a football field, in an army, or in an office. - Dwight D Eisenhower I regret I have but one life to give for my country - Prem Ramchandan I am not afraid of an army of lions led by a sheep. I am afraid of sheep led by a lion. – Alexander the Great Either I will come back after hoisting the tricolour, or I will come back wrapped in it, but I will be back for sure - Captain Vikram Batra, Param Vir Chakra (the highest military honour in India) Discipline is the soul of an Army. It makes small numbers formidable; procures success to all of the weak, and esteem to all. – George Washington <cmsannotation type="cmsannotation" annotationid="Indian Air Force Day 2021 wishes" comment="subhead" text="Indian Air Force Day 2021 wishes">Indian Air Force Day 2021 wishes</cmsannotation> Who kept the hope and supported the fight, The glory theirs, the service ours. Happy Air Force Day! Enjoy this freedom but never forget the sacrifices of freedom fighters. Happy Indian Air Force Day! Freedom is precious. Flag waving in the wind is a symbol of our freedom. Happy Air Force Day! Jai Hind! We are flying in different areas of increase, just as India is free. Happy Indian Air Force Day 2020. We feel proud to have you as our saviours of the air. Wishing you all a very Happy Indian Airforce Day! Let us celebrate the special occasion of Indian Air Force Day by thanking all the air force for being a courageous and inspirational force. We are blessed to be born in a country of real heroes who are always there to protect us and keep us safe…. Happy Indian Air Force Day. Today we are breathing freely just because we live in a free country. Happy Indian Air Force Day! Happy Indian Air Force Day to all the air warriors of the nation. Thank You for protecting the skies like a guardian to helping in harsh problems like Devdoot. Warm wishes on Indian Air Force Day to our air force who has always been there for us looking over us like a guardian soul…. Happy Indian Air Force Day to you. Who kept the faith and fought the fight; the glory theirs, the duty ours. Happy Air Force Day! They are the ones who make sure that we wake up with free skies on our heads and free land under our feet…. Thanks to the air force on Indian Air Force Day. We live in a free country because of our real heroes. Happy Air Force Day! India is a golden bird and play is its new wing because of our great services of Indian forces. Happy Air Force Day! On the occasion of Indian Air Force Day, let us take inspiration from these superheroes who are always guarding us…. Happy Indian Air Force Day. On the occasion of Indian Air Force Day, let us take this opportunity to thank our air force which has always made us proud and made us feel protected. 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Indian Air Force Day 2021: Wishes and Messages to IAF

India's first Chief of Defence Staff, <keyword id="4026063" type="General" weightage="100" keywordseo="gen-bipin-rawat" source="Orion">Gen Bipin Rawat</keyword>, his wife, and 11 others were killed when their <keyword id="6355075" type="General" weightage="20" keywordseo="iaf" source="Orion">IAF</keyword> Mi-17 helicopter crashed near <keyword id="6374410" type="General" weightage="80" keywordseo="coonoor" source="Orion">Coonoor</keyword> in Tamil Nadu's Nilgiris district on Wednesday, the IAF announced. "With deep regret, it has now been ascertained that Gen Bipin Rawat, <keyword id="12696344" type="General" weightage="20" keywordseo="mrs-madhulika-rawat" source="Orion">Mrs Madhulika Rawat</keyword> and 11 other persons on board have died in the unfortunate accident," the <keyword id="15141" type="General" weightage="20" keywordseo="indian-air-force" source="Orion">Indian Air Force</keyword> said in a tweet. The CDS was going to the <keyword id="86506" type="General" weightage="20" keywordseo="defence-services-staff-college" source="Orion">Defence Services Staff College</keyword>, <keyword id="76364" type="General" weightage="20" keywordseo="wellington" source="Orion">Wellington</keyword>, to give a lecture. The chopper, with a total of 14 persons on board, took off from the Sulur air base near Coimbatore and was on its way to Coonoor. When the chopper was a few minutes away from landing, it, as per eyewitnesses, hit a tree, crashed, and caught fire, resulting in several casualties. SEE ALSO: <a target="_blank" class="c-link c-message_attachment__title_link" href="https://www.businessinsider.in/india/news/army-helicopter-carrying-senior-defence-officials-crashes-in-tn/articleshow/88162597.cms">Army helicopter carrying senior defence officials crashes in Tamil Nadu</a> <a target="_blank" class="c-link c-message_attachment__title_link" href="https://www.businessinsider.in/business/news/shriram-properties-ipo-company-has-dominant-position-in-residential-space-at-south-india-omicron-may-spoil-its-plans-once-again/articleshow/88167044.cms">Although Shriram Properties has a dominant position in the residential space in southern India, Omicron may play spoilsport in the near future</a>

Gen Bipin Rawat, his wife, and 11 others killed in chopper crash near Coonoor in Tamil Nadu

<ul class="summary-list"><li>A Ukrainian pilot described his struggle against much more powerful Russian aviation. </li><li>The pilot <a href="https://www.thetimes.co.uk/article/ukraine-helicopter-jet-pilots-attacking-behind-russian-lines-ds5vdtpbs" target="_blank" rel="noopener">told The Sunday Times</a> about the limited impact that Ukraine's outdated gear can have.</li></ul>A Ukrainian pilot <a href="https://www.thetimes.co.uk/article/ukraine-helicopter-jet-pilots-attacking-behind-russian-lines-ds5vdtpbs">told The Sunday Times</a> that his country's air force is so outclassed by Russia that it can "do nothing to them in the air."The pilot, identified only by his rank of major and his first name Maksym, told the publication on Saturday that his team has been struggling in its missions around Bakhmut against a far better-armed Russia.He and his fellow airmen fly a Soviet-designed Mil Mi-8 helicopter, a model which entered service in the late 1960s and is far less effective than Russia's modern helicopter fleet.On top of outmoded gear, they also have limited ammo. Maksym said his crew flies only one mission a day because they don't have enough rockets for more attacks. The problem, he said, extends from helicopters to fighter jets, where Ukraine has nothing to counter Russia's newest models."The Russian jets are much better quality than ours," Maksym told The Times. "It's like comparing a Mercedes to a Lada." A Lada is a Soviet-era car from Russia, which had a reputation for being cheap, bulky, and unreliable.The Russians are flying a large number of advanced combat aircraft, including the Kamov Ka-52 helicopter, he added.The Ka-52 is mainly designed for fierce battle, while the Mil Mi-8 Maksym has is designed for troop transportation rather than fighting. "The Russians understand we can do nothing to them in the air," said Maksym. He said that half of his unit had been killed.Maksim's comments <a href="https://www.businessinsider.com/russian-aviation-helicopters-cause-headaches-for-ukraine-armored-assaults-counteroffensive-2023-6?international=true&amp;r=US&amp;IR=T">came after reports</a> that Russia has changed the way it uses its aviation assets as Ukraine launches its counter-offensive. Senior Ukrainian military officials said recently they were concerned about Russia's "aviation and artillery superiority."Russia has used helicopters to blunt Ukraine's attempts to advance using armored troop vehicles on land, which, <a href="https://www.ft.com/content/d8fe8941-3703-433d-ac7a-dab9ba500481" target="_blank" rel="noopener nofollow">The Financial Times</a> reported. A top British air force general, Chief Marshal of British Air Staff Rich Knighton, <a href="https://www.businessinsider.com/russian-air-force-largely-intact-has-operational-problems-in-ukraine-2023-7?international=true&amp;r=US&amp;IR=T">told a conference in London last week</a> that Russia's air force "remains largely intact."Citing British intelligence, Knighton said that Russia's air force had retained 96% of its 2,021 fixed-wing aircraft and 90% of its 899 helicopters, with losses of 86 planes and 90 helicopters.Knighton said neither Russia nor Ukraine had been able to gain air superiority, but that Ukraine was facing "a massive challenge without air superiority and without being able to strike the adversary in the deep."

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