Air Marshal Ashutosh Dixit has been named the next Chief of the Air Staff and will take over command of the Indian Air Force as its 29th chief.&nbsp;Dixit is currently serving as the Vice Chief of the Air Staff. He will assume the rank of Air Chief Marshal when he takes charge, succeeding Air Chief Marshal Amar Preet Singh.&nbsp;Singh is set to retire on October 31, 2026, after which Dixit will take over as head of the IAF.&nbsp;Dixit has been awarded the Param Vishisht Seva Medal (PVSM), Ati Vishisht Seva Medal (AVSM), Vayu Sena Medal and Vishisht Seva Medal (VSM) for his service.<h3>From fighter pilot to top IAF post</h3>Air Marshal Ashutosh Dixit, 59, has had a long career in the Indian Air Force, with extensive experience in fighter operations, training and strategic assignments. He is set to remain in the top post until December 31, 2028.&nbsp;Dixit joined the IAF’s fighter stream in December 1986 after training at the National Defence Academy. He also attended the Defence Services Staff College and the National Defence College.&nbsp;With more than 3,500 hours of flying experience, Dixit is an Experimental Test Pilot as well as a Qualified Flying Instructor. He has flown and commanded fighter units during his service, including a Mirage 2000 squadron and a frontline fighter base in the Western sector. He also led a premier fighter training base.&nbsp;Over the years, he has served in several important operational and strategic positions. These include the post of Chief of Integrated Defence Staff (CISC) at Headquarters Integrated Defence Staff and Air Officer Commanding-in-Chief of Central Air Command.&nbsp;His operational experience includes participation in Operation Safed Sagar and Operation Rakshak, two major operations carried out by the Indian Air Force during his career.

Air Marshal Ashutosh Dixit, the current Vice Chief of the Air Staff, has been appointed the 29th Chief of the Air Staff and will succeed Air Chief Marshal Amar Preet Singh on October 31, 2026.

Air Marshal Ashutosh Dixit has been named the next Chief of the Air Staff and will take over command of the Indian Air Force as its 29th chief. Dixit is currently serving as the Vice Chief of the Air Staff. He will assume the rank of Air Chief Marshal when he takes charge, succeeding Air Chief Marshal Amar Preet Singh. Singh is set to retire on October 31, 2026, after which Dixit will take over as head of the IAF. Dixit has been awarded the Param Vishisht Seva Medal (PVSM), Ati Vishisht Seva Medal (AVSM), Vayu Sena Medal and Vishisht Seva Medal (VSM) for his service. From fighter pilot to top IAF post Air Marshal Ashutosh Dixit, 59, has had a long career in the Indian Air Force, with extensive experience in fighter operations, training and strategic assignments. He is set to remain in the top post until December 31, 2028. Dixit joined the IAF’s fighter stream in December 1986 after training at the National Defence Academy. He also attended the Defence Services Staff College and the National Defence College. With more than 3,500 hours of flying experience, Dixit is an Experimental Test Pilot as well as a Qualified Flying Instructor. He has flown and commanded fighter units during his service, including a Mirage 2000 squadron and a frontline fighter base in the Western sector. He also led a premier fighter training base. Over the years, he has served in several important operational and strategic positions. These include the post of Chief of Integrated Defence Staff (CISC) at Headquarters Integrated Defence Staff and Air Officer Commanding-in-Chief of Central Air Command. His operational experience includes participation in Operation Safed Sagar and Operation Rakshak, two major operations carried out by the Indian Air Force during his career.

Air Marshal Ashutosh Dixit, the current Vice Chief of the Air Staff, has been appointed the 29th Chief of the Air Staff and will succeed Air Chief Marshal Amar Preet Singh on October 31, 2026.

Air Marshal Ashutosh Dixit named next IAF chief, to take charge on October 31

Indian Air Force chief Air Chief Marshal Amar Preet Singh on Thursday (May 29) flagged delays in the procurement of critical military platforms, stressing that no single project that he can think of has been completed on time. "Many times, we know while signing contracts that those systems will never come. Not a single project that I can think of has been completed on time," he said, questioning why unrealistic timelines are promised at the time of contract signing. "Why should we promise something which cannot be achieved?" he said.&nbsp;His statement comes after he publicly expressed displeasure over the delay in the delivery of Tejas Mk1A fighter jets by Hindustan Aeronautics Ltd.&nbsp;"So, once a timeline is given, not a single project that I can think of has been completed on time. So this is something we must look at. Why should we promise something which cannot be achieved? While signing the contract itself, sometimes we are sure that it is not going to come up, but we just sign the contract," the Air Force chief said.&nbsp;"In the next 10 years, the Air Force will require more input from the industry, but we also need to act today and get into quick Make in India programs so that we can achieve the ‘Now Ready’ part of it, while ‘Design in India’ continues to progress in the near future," he added. 'Operation Sindoor has given us a idea of where we are headed &amp; what we need in future': Indian Air Chief Marshal&nbsp;India's Air Chief Marshal Amar Preet Singh hailed Operation Sindoor as a ‘national victory’, and said all the Indian forces came together to execute it in a very professional manner.&nbsp;The Air Chief Marshal was was addressing the CII Annual Business Summit, where defence minister Rajnath Singh was also present. He said, “This Operation Sindoor that we've been talking about, it's a national victory. I thank each and every Indian. I am sure, every Indian was looking towards this victory.”&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/-talks-only-on-pok-india-s-mea-reiterates-its-clear-message-to-pakistan-demands-list-of-terrorists-from-islamabad-1748516043855">'Talks only on PoK...': India's MEA reiterates its clear message to Pakistan, demands list of terrorists from Islamabad</a>&nbsp;"Operation Sindoor, as it was told by the Chief of Naval Staff, the character of war is changing. Every day, we are finding new technologies coming in. Operation Sindoor has given us a clear idea of where we are headed and what we need in future. So a lot of work needs to be done in realigning our own thought processes also, which is already going on," he said.&nbsp;"In future, we will be able to deliver the goods as a nation, and we will be able to achieve our objectives. AMCA- advanced medium combat aircraft has been cleared for even participation by private industry, which is a very big step, and that is the kind of confidence that the nation has in private industry today, and I'm sure this is going to pave the way to bigger things coming in the future," he added.

We sign contracts despite knowing it wont come on time IAF chief flags delays in defence procurement

Indian Air Force chief Air Chief Marshal Amar Preet Singh on Thursday (May 29) flagged delays in the procurement of critical military platforms, stressing that no single project that he can think of has been completed on time. "Many times, we know while signing contracts that those systems will never come. Not a single project that I can think of has been completed on time," he said, questioning why unrealistic timelines are promised at the time of contract signing. "Why should we promise something which cannot be achieved?" he said. His statement comes after he publicly expressed displeasure over the delay in the delivery of Tejas Mk1A fighter jets by Hindustan Aeronautics Ltd. "So, once a timeline is given, not a single project that I can think of has been completed on time. So this is something we must look at. Why should we promise something which cannot be achieved? While signing the contract itself, sometimes we are sure that it is not going to come up, but we just sign the contract," the Air Force chief said. "In the next 10 years, the Air Force will require more input from the industry, but we also need to act today and get into quick Make in India programs so that we can achieve the ‘Now Ready’ part of it, while ‘Design in India’ continues to progress in the near future," he added. 'Operation Sindoor has given us a idea of where we are headed & what we need in future': Indian Air Chief Marshal India's Air Chief Marshal Amar Preet Singh hailed Operation Sindoor as a ‘national victory’, and said all the Indian forces came together to execute it in a very professional manner. The Air Chief Marshal was was addressing the CII Annual Business Summit, where defence minister Rajnath Singh was also present. He said, “This Operation Sindoor that we've been talking about, it's a national victory. I thank each and every Indian. I am sure, every Indian was looking towards this victory.” Also Read: 'Talks only on PoK...': India's MEA reiterates its clear message to Pakistan, demands list of terrorists from Islamabad "Operation Sindoor, as it was told by the Chief of Naval Staff, the character of war is changing. Every day, we are finding new technologies coming in. Operation Sindoor has given us a clear idea of where we are headed and what we need in future. So a lot of work needs to be done in realigning our own thought processes also, which is already going on," he said. "In future, we will be able to deliver the goods as a nation, and we will be able to achieve our objectives. AMCA- advanced medium combat aircraft has been cleared for even participation by private industry, which is a very big step, and that is the kind of confidence that the nation has in private industry today, and I'm sure this is going to pave the way to bigger things coming in the future," he added.

India's Air Chief Marshal Amar Preet Singh was addressing the CII Annual Business Summit, where defence minister Rajnath Singh was also present&nbsp;

'We sign contracts despite knowing it won't come on time': IAF chief flags delays in defence procurement

Rakul Preet Singh's brother Aman Preet Singh has found himself in the midst of the controversy. The brother of the well-known Bollywood actress has been arrested by Hyderabad police in connection with an alleged drug case.&nbsp;

On Monday, Amar was taken into custody with four&nbsp;others in a joint operation carried out by the Narcotics Bureau and Hyderabad's Rajendra Nagar SOT Police under the jurisdiction of Cyberabad Police, officials said.

The five accused arrested in the case are identified as Aman Preet Singh, Aniketh Reddy, Prasad, Madhusudhan and Nikhil Daman. All are in police custody and will be produced in court after medical examination.

Rakul's brother's name emerged among the people who&nbsp;consumed drugs. He has&nbsp;tested positive.

As per ANI,&nbsp;199 grammes of cocaine worth Rs 35 lakh&nbsp;was&nbsp;seized from their possession.

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"As consumers, we picked up five people and brought them to the police station. In the urine test kit, all of them were found positive. They have been taken into custody. We are now sending them for detailed medical examination," Srinivas, DCP, Cyberabad Police, Rajendra Nagar Zone said.

As per the reports, Telangana's Anti-Narcotics Department&nbsp;found 2.6 kg&nbsp;of cocaine that was being&nbsp;brought to&nbsp;Hyderabad for sale. Aman's name came in&nbsp;30 customers of cocaine.

“I will only comment on whom Aman is connected to once we investigate the case more. We need to check when his association began with the accused, who consist of some Indians and Nigerians. Some of them are repeat offenders. But we believe it might be for a year and a half. Aman tested positive for using cocaine in the urine test. It is confirmed that he’s an actor, he did not say if it’s on Tollywood or elsewhere," said the police at the press meet.

For the unversed, Rakul Preet was questioned by the&nbsp;Enforcement Directorate in 2021&nbsp;in connection with a high-profile drug&nbsp;case.&nbsp;

(With inputs from agencies)

Rakul Preet Singh's brother Aman Preet Singh has found himself in the midst of the controversy. The brother of the well-known Bollywood actress has been arrested by Hyderabad police in connection with an alleged drug case.

Rakul Preet Singh's brother Aman Preet Singh has found himself in the midst of the controversy. The brother of the well-known Bollywood actress has been arrested by Hyderabad police in connection with an alleged drug case. On Monday, Amar was taken into custody with four others in a joint operation carried out by the Narcotics Bureau and Hyderabad's Rajendra Nagar SOT Police under the jurisdiction of Cyberabad Police, officials said. The five accused arrested in the case are identified as Aman Preet Singh, Aniketh Reddy, Prasad, Madhusudhan and Nikhil Daman. All are in police custody and will be produced in court after medical examination. Rakul's brother's name emerged among the people who consumed drugs. He has tested positive. As per ANI, 199 grammes of cocaine worth Rs 35 lakh was seized from their possession. Telangana: An international drug syndicate busted, 5 drug dealers - including 2 foreign nationals - nabbed. 199 grams of cocaine worth Rs 35 Lakhs seized from their possession. "Actress Rakul Preet Singh's brother Aman Preet Singh arrested among drug consumers in the drug… pic.twitter.com/XHFaHoTPLO — ANI (@ANI) July 15, 2024 × "As consumers, we picked up five people and brought them to the police station. In the urine test kit, all of them were found positive. They have been taken into custody. We are now sending them for detailed medical examination," Srinivas, DCP, Cyberabad Police, Rajendra Nagar Zone said. As per the reports, Telangana's Anti-Narcotics Department found 2.6 kg of cocaine that was being brought to Hyderabad for sale. Aman's name came in 30 customers of cocaine. “I will only comment on whom Aman is connected to once we investigate the case more. We need to check when his association began with the accused, who consist of some Indians and Nigerians. Some of them are repeat offenders. But we believe it might be for a year and a half. Aman tested positive for using cocaine in the urine test. It is confirmed that he’s an actor, he did not say if it’s on Tollywood or elsewhere," said the police at the press meet. For the unversed, Rakul Preet was questioned by the Enforcement Directorate in 2021 in connection with a high-profile drug case. (With inputs from agencies)

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Air Marshal Ashutosh Dixit named next IAF chief, to take charge on October 31

'We sign contracts despite knowing it won't come on time': IAF chief flags delays in defence procurement

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