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Israel claims to have hit approx 140 targets in Gaza
Updated : 5 months, 1 week ago IST
As per the IDF, the Israel Air Force dismantled military structures and combat compounds using an anti-tank missile.
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On 1st anniversary of Hezbollah leader's elimination, new details revealed
Updated : 5 months, 1 week ago IST
The IDF (Israel Defence Forces) Intelligence Branch revealed that in the days leading up to the elimination of Hassan Nasrallah, the leader of the Hezbollah terrorist organisation, chose to remain in hiding in his Iranian-built bunker, which was destroyed in a precision air strike that was c
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"It taught us never to fear change, but to embrace it": Rajnath Singh on d
Updated : 5 months, 2 weeks ago IST
During the decommissioning ceremony of the MiG-21, Rajnath Singh stated that the MiG-21 had performed far beyond the expectations of both its designers and operators, evolving from a 1950s-era jet into a formidable, upgraded platform known by names such as Trishul, Vikram, Badal, and Bison.
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"Befitting farewell": Group Captain Shubhanshu Shukla recalls time spent i
Updated : 5 months, 2 weeks ago IST
"I am feeling fantastic today. I spent a considerable amount of time with the MiG-21 and cherish many fond memories of it. I'm so glad to be here today, seeing the aircraft I grew up with once more. Its final farewell was a befitting, dignified ceremony, very well organised. It was also wond
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"Testimony of India-Russia relations": Rajnath Singh bids farewell to figh
Updated : 5 months, 2 weeks ago IST
Inducted into the Indian Air Force in 1963, the MiG-21 concludes its remarkable 63 years of service today.
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"1971 War to Kargil conflict, from Balakot airstrike to Op Sindoor": Rajna
Updated : 5 months, 2 weeks ago IST
Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Friday said that from the 1971 war to the Kargil conflict, and from the Balakot airstrike to Operation Sindoor, the MiG-21 has always been a tremendous strength for India's armed forces.
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'Bison' takes final bow: IAF retires its first supersonic fighter jet MiG-
Updated : 5 months, 2 weeks ago IST
The MiG-21 underwent multiple upgrades over its service life. The latest version, the MiG-21-93 or Bison, features advanced radar, avionics, and high-off-boresight Vympel R-73 missiles, making it capable in close combat even against modern aircraft. The farewell ceremony took place at Cha
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MiG 21 decommissioned: Squadron leader says "80 pc credit" for 1971 war vi
Updated : 5 months, 2 weeks ago IST
Speaking to ANI, Tyagi said that the aircraft had conducted rocketry, gunnery, and dropped bombs during the 1971 war.
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"Potent" plane, enigma for Western field: Wing Commander Rajiv Battish hai
Updated : 5 months, 2 weeks ago IST
Speaking to ANI, Battish said that the large crowd gathering at the event reflected the sentiments of the people.
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"Nothing better than this aircraft": Group Captain Malik on decommissionin
Updated : 5 months, 2 weeks ago IST
Speaking to ANI, Malik said that in the three versions of the MIG-21s that he had flown, there was nothing better than this aircraft.
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Defence Minister Rajnath Singh to attend MiG-21 decommissioning ceremony i
Updated : 5 months, 2 weeks ago IST
After serving for six decades, the iconic MiG-21 is going to retire today.
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"Big boost to Atmanirbharta": Defence expert Anil Gaur after Defence Minis
Updated : 5 months, 2 weeks ago IST
The Ministry of Defence (MoD) signed a contract with Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL) for the procurement of 97 Light Combat Aircraft (LCA) Mk1A, including 68 fighters and 29 twin-seaters, along with associated equipment, for the Indian Air Force, at a cost of over Rs. 62,370 crore (ex
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