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Time of India
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- Time of India
Leopard sighted again on Pune Air Force Station campus
Pune: A trap camera set up on the campus of Pune Air Force Station once again captured movement of an elusive leopard last week, the second confirmed sighting of the animal in the area since it was first seen on April 28, near Pune airport's runway. The Air Force station campus is adjacent to the airport. Suresh Varak, range forest officer for the region, who is overseeing the leopard's capture and relocation operations at the station, told TOI the camera that spotted the animal is located away from the runway. "We now strongly believe the animal does not live on the campus; it must be coming in and going out. But it has found a way to enter and exit the area, which suggests it has found food somewhere on the premises," Varak said. You Can Also Check: Pune AQI | Weather in Pune | Bank Holidays in Pune | Public Holidays in Pune Earlier, forest officials had said the animal was likely sheltering inside the station's underground sewage network. "We now doubt this theory as trap cameras have not had frequent sightings of the leopard. There are gaps in the Air Force station's barbed wire and compound wall, through which the animal appears to be entering the campus. For a leopard, this is feasible because it is highly adaptable to situations," Varak said. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Global Indices Are on the Move — Time to Trade! IC Markets Learn More Undo On April 28, the leopard — a fully grown male — was spotted on the compound wall of the station, barely 500 meters away from Pune airport runway, which is also used by commercial planes. Since the sighting, Pune airport, managed by Indian Air Force (IAF), has intensified internal security and safety measures to mitigate potential threats posed by the animal, sources said. Trapping it has however proven to be a challenge for forest officials, given the airport's military role. The IAF has stationed two squadrons of Sukhoi fighter jets at the airport. Air Force personnel have extended assistance to the forest department. "Our coordination with IAF has been excellent. They have their CCTV camera network on the campus and have increased their security arrangements. We briefed their personnel, including senior officers, and they cooperated with us in every aspect of the operation," said Varak. A senior IAF officer said: "Ever since the leopard was spotted on the Air Force campus, certain restrictions have been in place to ensure safety of airmen. Also, adequate security measures are there to run air operations smoothly at the base."
India.com
13 hours ago
- India.com
Which country has world's largest air force and how many fighter jets do they have? India, Pakistan rank will surprise you
Which country has world's largest air force and how many fighter jets do they have? India, Pakistan rank will surprise you The United States Air Force is the biggest and most powerful air force in the world. It has over 5,000 aircraft, including thousands of fighter jets. These include powerful 4th-generation jets like the F-15, F-16, and F-18. Along with these, the US. also has super-advanced 5th-generation stealth fighter jets such as the F-22 Raptor and F-35 Lightning II. These jets are not just large in number they are also highly advanced in technology. Russia, the second largest powerful air force Russia has the second-largest air force in the world based on the number of aircraft. It also owns thousands of planes, including strong fighter jets like the Sukhoi Su-27, Su-30, Su-35 and MiG-29, MiG-31. Russia is also working on improving its latest 5th-generation jet, the Su-57 'Felon', to make it even more advanced. China at same level as Russia China's air force is growing very fast and becoming more modern every year. It is now almost at the same level as Russia and some reports even say China may have already moved ahead. China has a large number of fighter jets like the J-10, J-11, and J-16, and it is also mass-producing its advanced 5th-generation stealth jet, the J-20 'Mighty Dragon'. India, top four largest air forces India has one of the world's top four largest air forces, and it is the most powerful in South Asia. The Indian Air Force (IAF) has a strong mix of fighter jets, including the Sukhoi Su-30MKI, Rafale, MiG-29, Mirage 2000, and the homegrown Tejas. India is steadily modernizing its fleet and is also working on developing its own 5th-generation fighter jets for the future. Where does Pakistan stand on the list Other powerful air forces Countries like South Korea, Japan, Pakistan, Egypt, and Turkey also have powerful air forces with strong regional capabilities. Each of them has modern jets and continues to improve their air strength. What the future looks like on fighter jets In the future, air power will not depend only on fighter jets. The focus is now shifting to 5th-generation jets, unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs or drones), and new technologies like Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Machine Learning (ML).
Time of India
a day ago
- Time of India
Museum opens at Welham Girls' School documenting institute's history
1 2 3 Dehradun: Welham Girls' School has inaugurated a new museum on its campus to document the school's history since its founding in 1957. The museum has been set up in Nasreen, a Neo-Tudor-style building that was once part of the Nizam's estate and served as the school's first building. The museum traces the origins of the all-girls' residential school, established ten years after Independence by Hersilia Susie Oliphant and Grace Mary Linnell. It includes archival material, photographs, personal notes, and memorabilia from former principals and alumnae, highlighting milestones from the school's early years to the present. Romesh Sobti, president of the school's board of governors, said the museum is a tribute to the institution's history and its role in advancing girls' education in post-Independence India. The event was attended by two alumni Neelam Khanna (batch of 1965), who served as chief guest, and Premila Nazir (batch of 1957), the school's first registered student who was the guest of honour. Both shared memories from their time at Welham and reflected on its founding years. Principal Vibha Kapoor said the museum was created to preserve the school's heritage and to inspire current and future students by highlighting its founding values and evolution. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like 3BHK Transformation Possible for ₹4.5 Lakh? HomeLane Get Quote Undo The museum's displays include stories from former students and staff, early classroom settings, traditions, and personal items from the first batches. There are also references to the school's participation in national efforts during events like the Indo-China War and the evolution of its educational practices. The initiative aims to serve as a space for reflection and learning for students and visitors, while preserving the school's legacy as one of India's oldest girls' residential schools.
