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News18
3 days ago
- General
- News18
Outnumbered And Low On Fuel, This MiG-21 Indian Pilot Turned The Tables On 3 Pak Jets
Last Updated: After a victorious dogfight, Vikram Shah's MiG-21 had barely any fuel left. He climbed, shut the engine, and glided to base, landing safely as the last drop of fuel ran out On the afternoon of December 16, 1971, during the Indo-Pakistan war, Flight Lieutenant Vikram Samar Shah of the Indian Air Force found himself facing a critical situation. While flying a MiG-21 at an altitude of thousands of feet, Shah was preparing to return to base after completing his mission. Suddenly, three supersonic fighter jets from the Pakistan Air Force surrounded his MiG-21, with one on either side and the third above. The MiG-21's alarming system began to signal, alerting Flight Lieutenant Shah to a dire situation: his fuel was nearly depleted. With only a few minutes left to reach the base, a crash seemed imminent. Faced with a perilous predicament, Shah made a bold decision. Rather than retreat, he chose to confront the enemy head-on. Shah engaged the engine of his fighter jet at full throttle, executing a sharp turn and disappearing into the sky's depths. This intense encounter occurred as Indian Air Force's Marut fighters were on a mission to attack enemy positions in Naya Chor and Mirpur, with Shah and Flying Officer Dinesh Arora of the 29th Squadron tasked with providing cover. Initially, the mission proceeded as planned until Shah spotted a Pakistani Cessna Bird Dog fighter jet. He instructed Arora to stay with the Marut fighters while he advanced to engage the enemy. After neutralising the Pakistani Cessna, Shah prepared to return to base when he was surrounded by Pakistani MiG-19 fighters. With his fuel running dangerously low, Shah disappeared into the sky once more. Reappearing unexpectedly, Shah manoeuvred his MiG-21, scattering the Pakistani jets. The precision of his strategy caused two pilots to lose coordination, prompting them to flee. With only one Pakistani fighter remaining, Shah capitalised on a minor error by the enemy pilot, targeting him with a missile. The MiG-19 crashed into the desert. Despite his triumphant dogfight, Shah's aircraft had barely enough fuel to reach the base. In a final act of ingenuity, he ascended to a certain height, turned off the engine, and glided towards the base. His MiG-21 landed safely just as the last drop of fuel was exhausted. Flight Lieutenant Shah's exceptional skills and bravery not only decimated the enemy but also ensured the safe return of his aircraft. For his outstanding performance, he was awarded the Vayu Sena Medal and Vir Chakra. view comments First Published: Disclaimer: Comments reflect users' views, not News18's. Please keep discussions respectful and constructive. Abusive, defamatory, or illegal comments will be removed. News18 may disable any comment at its discretion. By posting, you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy.
News18
31-07-2025
- Business
- News18
World's First Fully Autonomous Robotic Joint Replacement Surgery Successfully Performed In Delhi
A revolutionary leap in orthopedic care, the world's first fully autonomous robotic joint replacement surgery sets a new global benchmark in precision, safety, recovery outcomes Shalby Multi-Specialty Hospitals has made medical history by successfully conducting the world's first fully autonomous robotic joint replacement surgery. This landmark procedure was carried out by the Arthroplasty Team using an advanced, next-generation robotic system that features the world's only saw-based robotic arm with 7-axis movement. The technology represents a paradigm shift in orthopedic surgery—enabling unparalleled surgical precision, enhanced bone-cutting accuracy, and minimally invasive techniques that lead to faster recovery and improved outcomes for patients. This milestone was part of a global clinical trial, with a distinguished team of surgeons from the United States, including the CEO of the company behind the robotic system, specially flying in to collaborate on the historic procedure. Their involvement underlines the global importance of this achievement and Shalby's pioneering role in advancing robotic surgery. 'We are proud to be part of a pivotal moment in medical innovation. Our hospital was selected for this trial due to our high surgical volume and the demand for precision in the Indian healthcare setting," said Dr. Vikram Shah, Chairman and Managing Director of Shalby Hospitals. Founded by globally renowned joint replacement surgeon Dr Vikram Shah, Shalby Hospitals continues to lead in orthopedic innovation. With this breakthrough, the hospital reaffirms its status as a center of excellence for advanced joint replacement surgeries. This revolutionary advancement is expected to benefit millions of patients worldwide, offering a safer, more precise, and less invasive approach to joint replacement surgery. view comments First Published: July 31, 2025, 17:47 IST Disclaimer: Comments reflect users' views, not News18's. Please keep discussions respectful and constructive. Abusive, defamatory, or illegal comments will be removed. News18 may disable any comment at its discretion. By posting, you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy.
Time of India
30-07-2025
- Health
- Time of India
Scalpel meets software: Robotic surgeries go high-tech in A'bad
Times News Network R obots are reshaping the future of surgeries in Ahmedabad. Case in point: a joint replacement surgery on July 26 at a city hospital where a next-gen fully autonomous robot was used for a joint replacement procedure. It was the clinical trial for a US-based robotics company specializing in joint replacement surgeries. The saw-based robotic arm with seven-axis movement imitated the human hand movements to perform the successful procedure. Dr Vikram Shah, CMD of Shalby Hospitals, who was part of the trial, said that it was a new chapter in use of robotics for surgeries with a fully-automatic system. The hospital currently performs about 20% of its total surgeries with robots. You Can Also Check: Ahmedabad AQI | Weather in Ahmedabad | Bank Holidays in Ahmedabad | Public Holidays in Ahmedabad Robotic surgery is gaining momentum across disciplines and hospitals in Ahmedabad, driven by patient preference for quicker recovery, reduced blood loss, and fewer complications. According to Dr Bharat Gadhvi, president of the Ahmedabad Hospitals and Nursing Homes Association (AHNA) and regional director at HCG Hospitals, about 15–20% of surgeries in major hospitals are now robot-assisted. "Patients today are looking for better results with relatively less recovery time and less blood requirements. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like 5 Books Warren Buffett Wants You to Read In 2025 Blinkist: Warren Buffett's Reading List Undo Thus, almost all major hospitals have got robots for surgical procedures." Dr Parth Desai, COO of KD Hospital, said they are seeing a rise in robot-assisted surgeries in disciplines like oncology, orthopaedics, gastrointestinal, and bariatrics. "In the past few years, we have seen an increase in both facilities with robots and trained human resources in the procedure that has made the transition possible," he said. On the flip side, experts pointed out the relatively high cost when compared to conventional surgery and the non-inclusion of such procedures in several health insurance plans. They added that the expertise is still concentrated in Tier 1 cities, and the cost of installation is often prohibitive for small- and mid-sized hospitals. "From a surgeon's point of view, the entire system provides much more precision. Imagine looking at the area to be operated on 10 times bigger and in a 3D view. Thus, while it has remained a go-to choice for cancer surgeries, now many benign tumours are also being removed through robotic procedures," said Dr Mahesh Patel, GI onco-surgeon at Zydus Hospital.
