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The Human Space Mission “Gaganyaan” – Department of Space

First Manned Mission Department of Space   WHAT The Human Space Mission: Gaganyaan (sky vehicle) is targeted for December 2021. The Indian Air Force has shortlisted 12 potential astronauts for India’s first manned space mission, the Gaganyaan project.   GAGANYAAN MISSION The Gaganyaan Programme has been approved by the Government. The design and configuration of major subsystem are finalized. The crew selection and training process for Gaganyaan mission is progressing well including the training in…

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Indian Naval Air Squadron 314 – Raptors, Donier aircraft

INAS 314 – “RAPTORS” Ministry of Defence   WHAT Indian Naval Air Squadron 314, the sixth Dornier aircraft squadron was commissioned on 29 Nov 2019. The Dornier aircraft, a multi-role SRMR aircraft, with twin turboprop engine is manufactured by Hindustan Aeronautical Ltd (HAL) Kanpur. Commissioning of Indian Naval Air Squadron (INAS) 314 marks another milestone towards enhancing maritime security and surveillance footprint in the North Arabian Sea.   HIGHLIGHTS INAS 314 derives its name “Raptors”…

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Prime Minister announced the creation of a Chief of Defence Staff

CHIEF OF DEFENCE STAFF   For: Preliminary & Mains Topics covered: Creation of Chief of Defence Staff – Its powers, Functions and duties. Need of CDS Growing threats from neighbours Chairman of Chiefs of Staff Committee (COSC)   News Flash Prime Minister announced the creation of a chief of defence staff (CDS) as head of the tri-service (Army, Navy and Air Force), on the occasion of 73rd independence day. CDS will ensure synergy among the…

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