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Air Power now a primary force in modern warfare: IAF Chief
Updated : 7 months ago IST
Air Chief Marshal AP Singh asserted that air power has evolved from a supporting role to a primary force in modern warfare, emphasising offensive deployment.
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India likely to sign USD one billion fighter jet engine deal with American
Updated : 7 months ago IST
Soon after the Centre cleared a Rs 62,000 crore deal to buy 97 more LCA Mark 1A fighter aircraft, India is close to signing a deal of around USD one billion with the American firm GE for supplying 113 more GE-404 engines for the indigenous combat aircraft.
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Last recorded kill of IAF MiG-21 was PAF F-16, shot down "all generations"
Updated : 7 months ago IST
As the Indian Air Force gets ready to retire the MiG-21 fighter jet on Tuesday, IAF spokesperson Wing Commander Jaideep Singh highlighted its legacy, recalling that it was part of the 2019 Balakot operations when Group Captain Abhinandan Varthaman shot down a Pakistani F-16, marking the a
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Ahead of phasing out on September 26, IAF Chief flies MiG-21; recalls its
Updated : 7 months ago IST
As the Indian Air Force (IAF) prepares to phase out the MiG-21 fighter jet on September 26, 2025, Chief of Air Staff Air Chief Marshal is AP Singh on Monday flew a sortie in the iconic aircraft to commemorate its legacy and decades of operational service.
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IAF launches relief ops, deploys Mi-17 helicopter in flood-hit Kota and Bu
Updated : 7 months ago IST
According to sources, the IAF is on standby at Kota Air Force Station to assist in rescue and relief missions.
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Shubhanshu Shukla's journey will inspire young minds of India: Defence Min
Updated : 7 months ago IST
Defence Minister Rajnath Singh met Group Captain Shubhanshu Shukla, the first Indian astronaut onboard the International Space Station (ISS), in New Delhi on August 21, 2025. Defence Minister congratulated Group Capt Shukla on his achievement, terming it as a major milestone in India's journ
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Siddaramaiah thanks Rajnath Singh for approving IAF air show at Mysuru Das
Updated : 7 months ago IST
In a letter to the Defence Minister, Siddaramaiah wrote, "On behalf of the Government and the people of Karnataka, I express my heartfelt gratitude to you for kindly agreeing for holding the Air Show by the Indian Air Force in Mysuru as part of the world famous Mysuru Dasara-2025 celebration
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Israel: IDF says armed terrorist cell eliminated in Khan Yunis
Updated : 7 months, 1 week ago IST
According to the Israel Defence Forces (IDF), troops identified the group of armed men and directed an Israeli Air Force (IAF) strike that killed them. Weapons, including AK-47 rifles, rocket-propelled grenades (RPGs), grenades and explosives, were recovered from their bodies.
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IAF band marks Independence Day with stirring performance in Guwahati
Updated : 7 months, 1 week ago IST
To mark the 79th Independence Day, the Indian Air Force organised a grand public performance by the No. 7 Air Force Band at the historic War Memorial, Digholi Pukhuri, Guwahati.
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Jitendra Singh visits Kishtwar, oversees relief operations after cloudburs
Updated : 7 months, 1 week ago IST
Speaking to ANI, Singh said, "The government immediately took cognisance of it...PM Modi personally took cognisance of it and monitored it. After that, the equipment was brought here overnight by vehicles. CRPF came here overnight with equipment. Air Force, Indian Army, DG Police, Jammu-Kash
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26 IAF officers awarded Vayu Sena Medal for their contribution in Op Sindo
Updated : 7 months, 1 week ago IST
Moreover, 13 Indian Air Force officers were awarded the distinguished Yudh Sewa Medal for playing an important role in executing attacks and defending their own airspace. The officers include Air Vice Marshal Joseph Suares, AVM Prajual Singh and Air Commodore Ashok Raj Thakur.
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"More or less known since May": Austrian analyst on IAF's S-400 defence sy
Updated : 7 months, 2 weeks ago IST
Tom Cooper, a well-known Austrian military analyst and historian specialising in combat aviation and conflict analysis hailed the Indian Air Force's (IAF) downing of five Pakistani jets during Operation Sindoor as a "major tactical, operational, and strategic achievement," calling it a confi
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