The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI)’s petition challenging the bail granted to former IAF chief SP Tyagi in AgustaWestland chopper scam case on the ground that he could allegedly “hamper” the probe will be heard on January 9, the Delhi High Court said on Tuesday. The plea filed by the[Read More…]
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IAF chief Arup Raha hits out at China’s comment over Agni-V test
A day after Chinese foreign office reacted sharply on trial of nuclear capable Agni-V intercontinental ballistic missile, IAF Chief Air Marshal Arup Raha said India believes in peace and tranquility with neighbours but historically we have been drawn into conflicts. Without naming China, Air Chief Marshal Raha said, “We have[Read More…]
Former IAF chief SP Tyagi remanded to judicial custody, moves bail plea
A CBI court on Saturday sent former the Indian Air Force chief SP Tyagi, to judicial custody till December 30. Tyagi who has been arrested in AgustaWestland chopper deal case has moved a bail application that a Patiala House Court listed for December 21. Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) Special[Read More…]
Here is all you need to know about the VVIP Chopper deal
1) The requirement for VVIP helicopters was raised by the Indian Air Force (IAF) in the early 2000s. 2) After rounds of evaluations and changes in requirements, it was only in February 2010 that the United Progressive Alliance (UPA) government signed a deal with AgustaWestland for the purchase of 12[Read More…]
Former IAF chief SP Tyagi arrested by CBI in AgustaWestland case
Former Air Force chief SP Tyagi was on Friday arrested by the CBI in the AgustaWestland chopper deal case. Tyagi has been accused of influencing the 3,600-crore deal for VVIP helicopters in favour of Italy’s AgustaWestland during his tenure as the IAF chief. He has repeatedly denied the allegations. In[Read More…]