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India Today
2 days ago
- Business
- India Today
Army to get 1st batch of Apache choppers on July 22 after 15-month delay: Sources
After a delay of over 15 months, the Indian Army is finally expected to receive the first batch of Apache AH-64E attack helicopters, marking a significant step towards bolstering its combat capabilities along the western border in the wake of Operation to sources aware of the delivery schedule, the first three helicopters are likely to be handed over to the Indian Army's Aviation Corps on July Indian Army had signed a USD 600 million deal with the United States in 2020 for six Apache attack helicopters, with delivery initially expected between May and June 2024. However, repeated delays due to supply chain disruptions and technical issues faced by the US pushed the delivery timeline to December per the original plan, the six helicopters were to arrive in two batches of three. While the second batch is expected later this year, the first batch has yet to reach India despite the deadline having passed over a year Army Aviation Corps raised its first Apache squadron at Nagtalao, Jodhpur, in March 2024. Pilots and ground staff were trained and ready for flight operations, but the squadron has remained without the attack helicopters since its prolonged wait has left a critical gap in the Army's operational readiness despite the urgency driven by the evolving threat perception along the western Apache AH-64E helicopters are known for their agility, firepower, and advanced targeting systems and are seen as a crucial addition to the Army's the Indian Air Force has already inducted 22 Apache helicopters under a separate 2015 agreement, the Indian Army is still awaiting its share of these advanced combat helicopters to enhance its ground-attack Indian Army's Aviation Corps plays a vital role in supporting frontline operations and conducting diverse missions ranging from reconnaissance to casualty evacuation. Its existing assets include the indigenous Advanced Light Helicopter (ALH) Dhruv, which was grounded earlier this year following a crash of an Indian Coast Guard ALH in limited approvals were granted for Dhruv operations after the Pahalgam attack due to the emerging security helicopters in the Corps' inventory include the Rudra, an armed version of the ALH Dhruv used for close air support and anti-tank roles; the Cheetah and Chetak helicopters for reconnaissance, logistics, and evacuation; and the Light Combat Helicopter (LCH), designed for offensive missions in high-altitude aircraft like the Dornier 228 are also used for reconnaissance, logistics, and communication. The Corps also operates UAVs such as the Heron and Searcher for surveillance and reconnaissance, and Mi-17 helicopters for medium-lift transport and evacuation arrival of the Apache helicopters is expected to significantly augment the Army's ability to conduct offensive and defensive operations along the western frontier, enhancing overall preparedness amid ongoing operational priorities under Operation Sindoor.- EndsTrending Reel
Indian Express
7 days ago
- Business
- Indian Express
Last tunnel of Mumbai Metro's Line 7A, important connectivity link to airport, completed: MMRDA
The Mumbai Metropolitan Region Development Authority (MMRDA) completed the work on the second and last tunnel of Mumbai Metro's Line 7A corridor between Andheri East and Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport (CSMIA) on Monday. The tunnel-boring machine Dhruv was deployed for the work and the entire tunnelling on the underground section of the corridor is now complete, officials said. The 1.65-km upline tunnel of a diameter of 5.6 m was built with 1,178 tunnel-lining rings of 1.4 m. Precast ring segments in six pieces were used as liners. The driving of the tunnel started on November 4, 2023, and drove under critical infrastructure items such as Metro Line 3, the Sahar Elevated Road ramp, a principal underground sewer pipeline, and a water pipe. Line 7A, which is 3.17 km long, runs from Andheri East to CSMIA's Terminal 2. It has elevated and underground portions. The line will have two stations–Airport Colony and CSIA Terminal 2–and will be configured to link with the running Metro Line 3 (Aqua Line) and, later on, Metro Line 8 (Gold Line), which will be connected to Navi Mumbai International Airport. So far, 61 per cent of the total alignment of Line 7A has been completed, according to officials. The work is being undertaken by J Kumar Infraprojects Limited, which was given the project contract by the MMRDA in September 2019. The Rs 1,998-crore contract involves the construction of a viaduct, ramp, underground tunnels and metro stations. The same company used Dhruv in the Metro Line 3 project from 2018 to 2021. Metro Line 7A is a part of an extension of Metro Line 9, also called Red Line, which has an estimated cost of Rs 6,518 crore. Line 7A is said to enhance connectivity to the airport.
Time of India
11-07-2025
- Health
- Time of India
Student injured after falling from Deoghar AIIMS hostel's 5th floor
Dumka: An MBBS student of Deoghar AIIMS sustained injuries after he allegedly fell from the fifth floor of his hostel late on Thursday. He is undergoing treatment at the emergency block of the institute in Deoghar district. The victim has been identified as Dhruv Kumar (24), a native of Ashok Nagar district of Madhya Pradesh. He was admitted to the MBBS course in 2022. According to the college authorities, his condition is still critical. Sources quoting the batchmates of the victim, who lives on the fifth floor of the hostel, said that he left the class midway on Thursday and went to the hostel, citing poor health. "However, he was found lying on the ground at around 8 pm by the students and other staff. He was immediately taken to the emergency block, where he is still undergoing treatment," said his batchmates to the police. Director of Deoghar AIIMS, Dr Saurabh Varshney, and other officials also rushed to the emergency block to inquire into the incident. "Dhruv is currently under medical care and is gaining consciousness and showing signs of improvement," AIIMS director told TOI, adding that the incident was being investigated by the police as well as by an internal committee of the institute. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like 21st Century Skills Start with Confident Communication Planet Spark Learn More Undo Dr Varshney further said that Dhruv suffered a broken pelvis with profuse internal bleeding. "Doctors are trying their best to save his life," he said. "Dhruv's roommates, friends, and AIIMS staff are being questioned to ascertain the reason behind the incident," the officer in-charge of Devipur police station, Sandeep Krishna, said.
New Indian Express
07-07-2025
- New Indian Express
Minor among three open fire outside store, two arrested
NEW DELHI: Three persons, including a minor, allegedly pelted stones and brandished firearms outside a store in Munirka in a drunken act of retaliation over the alleged harassment of one of the accused's sister, police said on Sunday. Two of them have been apprehended, while a search is underway for the third. The accused have been identified as Wahar Ahmed alias Ballu (22), a second-year BA student pursuing education through open learning and a minor. A pistol with a live cartridge and a scooty used in the offence have been recovered, police said. Police said the incident was triggered by claims that one of the accused's sisters had been subjected to inappropriate comments and behaviour by staffers at an online grocery platform's store. In retaliation, the accused pelted stones and brandished firearms early in the morning on July 4. No one was injured in the incident. 'The incident took place around 6:33 am on July 4, when a PCR call was received at Kishangarh police station reporting gunfire near the Zepto store,' DCP (Southwest) Amit Goel said. The caller informed police that the act was captured on CCTV and no injuries were reported. A police team immediately reached the location and launched an investigation. Upon examining the CCTV footage, officers saw two individuals arrive on a scooter and begin pelting stones. One of them, while seated on the scooter, was seen displaying what appeared to be a firearm before fleeing the scene. A case was registered under relevant sections of the Arms Act and BNS. Using technical surveillance and local inputs, Wahar Ahmed was apprehended. Based on his interrogation, the CCL (Child in Conflict with Law) was also taken into custody, the DCP said. Police said both accused confessed. On the night of July 3, they were drinking with a friend named Dhruv, who expressed anger over the alleged misbehaviour towards Wahar's sister. 'On July 4, Wahar, Dhruv and juvenile reached the store, pelted stones and brandished a country-made pistol to threaten the staff,' the officials said.
Time of India
07-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Dhruv Vikram likely to headline Tamil remake of Hindi action film 'Kill'
(Picture Courtesy: Facebook) Young Tamil star Dhruv Vikram is reportedly in talks to step into the lead role for the Tamil adaptation of Kill, the gritty action thriller that made waves in Bollywood last year. The Hindi original, which starred Raghav Juyal, Tanya Maniktala, and Lakshya in the lead and was backed by Karan Johar, turned heads for its unflinching violence and high-octane sequences. Dhruv is being seriously considered for the Tamil version as reported by 123telugu website, though an official announcement is yet to be made. If confirmed, this would mark a significant shift in the actor's career — firmly placing him in the action genre after establishing his emotional depth in earlier roles. Dhruv Vikram tells students in Coimbatore the challenges he faced for Adithya Varma Dhruv's career evolution Ever since his debut in 'Adithya Varma', the Tamil remake of 'Arjun Reddy', Dhruv has shown an interest for intense, emotionally-driven characters. His performance alongside his father, Vikram, in 'Mahaan' was widely appreciated and gave fans a glimpse of his range. If he does come on board for Kill, it's likely to be another bold choice — and one that could firmly establish him as a credible action hero in Tamil cinema. The challenge of remaking 'Kill' The original 'Kill' was not your run-of-the-mill action flick. Translating that energy for a Tamil audience will be no small task. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like One of the Most Successful Investors of All Time, Warren Buffett, Recommends: 5 Books for Turning... Blinkist: Warren Buffett's Reading List Click Here Undo But with the right team — and an actor willing to go the distance — the remake could strike gold. Dhruv, if he signs on, would be stepping into a role that demands not just physical stamina, but emotional depth and restraint. About 'Kill' Directed by Nikhil Nagesh Bhat, 'Kill' is surely one of the best action flicks ever made in India. ETimes review for the movie read, "Director Nikhil Nagesh Bhat goes all out in a bid to do justice to the genre. There's not a single dull moment even when things get repetitive. The director uses violence as a language and glorification of violence is evident, but action thrillers thrive on that so that's not the issue. A gore fest for action lovers, you might even find beauty in the bloodshed if that's your thing. Despite witnessing blood spattering, swinging hammers breaking open people's heads and more, the scene that shocks you the most is a romantic one." For fans of the genre, and of Dhruv's evolving filmography, this could be a project worth keeping an eye on.
