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BREAKING\| Indian Air Force's Jaguar Fighter Jet Crashes In Ambala, Pilot Ejects Safely \| Details An Indian Air Force (IAF) Jaguar fighter jet crashed in Panchkula, Haryana, after taking off from Ambala airbase for a routine training sortie. The pilot ejected safely before the crash, maneuvering.. Credit: Oneindia Duration: 03:16Published on March 7, 2025

VIDEO: Italian Fighter Jets Escort New York-Delhi Flight After Bomb Scare, Emergency Landing In Rome A Delhi-bound American Airlines flight from New York was diverted to Rome due to a bomb scare. Two Italian Air Force Eurofighter jets escorted the aircraft safely to Fiumicino airport. The flight,.. Credit: Oneindia Duration: 03:19Published on February 24, 2025

Aero India 2025: Attendees Share Excitement Over Tejas LCA, F-35, and Future Defence Tech Aero India 2025 dazzled attendees with a remarkable display of aviation excellence. The Indian Air Forces Tejas LCA soared through the skies, while the Surya Kiran aerobatic team delivered a.. Credit: Oneindia Duration: 06:02Published on February 13, 2025

Aero India 2025: Tejas Stuns with Aerobatics, HAL Addresses Delays & BrahMos NG Set for 2026 Test Aero India 2025 witnessed a spectacular aerial display by the Tejas Light Combat Aircraft (LCA), showcasing India's cutting-edge aviation prowess. On Day 2, the Indian Air Force’s Surya Kiran team.. Credit: Oneindia Duration: 03:57Published on February 12, 2025

IAF Chief Slams HAL Over Tejas Mk1A Delays \| Aero India 2025 At Aero India 2025, Chief of the Air Staff, Air Chief Marshal AP Singh, publicly criticized Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL) for failing to deliver the promised Tejas Mk1A fighter jets. Highlighting.. Credit: Oneindia Duration: 03:19Published on February 12, 2025

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IAF's Sukhoi aircraft crashes in Nashik; pilots eject safely IndiaTimes - Published on June 4, 2024
Indian Navy's plans to buy 26 Rafale Marine Fighter Jets for Rs 50,000 cr raises eyebrows: How trustworthy is Dassault? The projected Rs 50,000 crore for 26 jets is in a sharp contrast to the 2016 deal where the Indian Air Force (IAF) paid nearly 50% less for a similar acquisition. DNA - Published on May 31, 2024
Indian Rafale jets in Alaska for ‘Red Flag’ combat exercise Eight Indian Rafale fighter jets, accompanied by two IL-78 air-to-air refuelers and three C-17 Globemaster III strategic airlift aircraft, will participate in the prestigious multi-nation 'Red Flag'.. IndiaTimes - Published on May 30, 2024

India test-fires RudraM-II missile from Su-30 fighter India successfully tested the RudraM-II missile with a 350-km range from a Sukhoi-30MKI fighter, meeting all trial objectives. Defence Minister Rajnath Singh congratulated DRDO and the Indian Air Force.. IndiaTimes - Published on May 29, 2024
This day in history: IAF landed first aircraft in Leh; residents confused it with 'animal' Indian Air Force marked the first-ever landing of an aircraft at Leh, the highest airstrip in the world in 1948, accomplished by an IAF DC-3 Dakota piloted by Air Cmde Mehar Singh in Ladakh on May 24,.. IndiaTimes - Published on May 25, 2024
Indian Air Force successfully conducts night vision goggles aided landing at Eastern sector IndiaTimes - Published on May 23, 2024

IAF expected to get first LCA Mark1A fighter by July The first LCA Mark 1A fighter aircraft by Hindustan Aeronautics Limited will be delivered to the Indian Air Force by July, replacing existing fleet and boosting indigenization efforts. IndiaTimes - Published on May 16, 2024
Indian Air Force tests BHISHM portable hospital for airdrop in Agra The Indian Air Force on Tuesday tested BHISHM portable cubes at Agra for airdrops from the aircraft. This is the first time the Indian Air Force tested this portable hospital. This test was performed.. IndiaTimes - Published on May 15, 2024
Two female Indian-origin US tourists safely rescued by IAF's Cheetah helicopter from Churdhar's Teesri area IndiaTimes - Published on May 11, 2024
Search operation expands in hunt for IAF convoy attackers on day 5 IndiaTimes - Published on May 8, 2024

Pauri bears brunt as Uttarakhand fires continue to rage Monday witnessed 20 fresh fire incidents in Uttarakhand, ravaging some 52 hectares of forest land, with Garhwal, particularly Pauri district, bearing the brunt. In Pauri, the fire reached sports.. IndiaTimes - Published on May 6, 2024
Search operation underway after terror attack on Air Force convoy in J&K's Poonch Security troops conducted a search operation on Sunday morning in response to a terrorist attack on an Indian Air Force convoy the day before, in which one member was killed, sources said. Additional.. IndiaTimes - Published on May 5, 2024
1 IAF man dead, 4 wounded in Poonch attack An IAF personnel died and four others were wounded Saturday evening following a gunfight that ensued when terrorists ambushed their trucks traversing a mountain road amid dense forest cover in Poonch.. IndiaTimes - Published on May 4, 2024	Indian Air Force, Navy induct air-to-surface Rampage missile in its fleet The Indian Air Force has enhanced its arsenal of fighter aircraft with the introduction of Rampage long-range supersonic air-to-ground missiles, capable of striking targets up to 250 kilometers away... IndiaTimes - Published on April 27, 2024
Nainital forest fire: IAF deploys MI-17 choppers in ongoing dousing operation The IAF choppers conducted aerial surveys over Nainital, Bhimtal, and Sattal lakes, identifying suitable locations from where it could lift water for the dousing operation. DNA - Published on April 27, 2024	IAF aircraft meets with an accident in Jaisalmer, inquiry initiated IndiaTimes - Published on April 25, 2024
India successfully test fires 250 km strike range air-launched ballistic missile Crystal Maze-2 The Indian Air Force is now planning to get Israeli missiles in large numbers through Make in India as it gives a unique capability. DNA - Published on April 23, 2024	India delivers first batch of BrahMos missile system to Philippines India exported BrahMos missiles to the Philippines under a US$ 375 million deal, enhancing defence cooperation amid regional tensions. An Indian Air Force C-17 Globemaster jet carried the cruise.. IndiaTimes - Published on April 19, 2024
India to test 130 km strike range Astra Mark-2 missile this year The Astra Mark-1 air-to-air missile with a strike range of around 90-100 kms is already in the Indian Air Force and is already integrated with the LCA Tejas and the Su-30 MKI fighter jets. DNA - Published on April 16, 2024	'Smart' multi-layer perimeter security for 30 more IAF bases IndiaTimes - Published on April 11, 2024
Apache makes hard landing during sortie in Ladakh, pilots escape Apache helicopter accident during Gagan Shakti exercise in Ladakh. IAF orders inquiry near Khardung La. 22 Apaches inducted by IAF in 2019. Pilots safe after hard landing. US Army also faced crashes. IndiaTimes - Published on April 5, 2024	Indian Air Force Apache helicopter makes precautionary landing in Ladakh, sustains damage IndiaTimes - Published on April 4, 2024
IAF conducts trial run on emergency landing strip with five helicopters on Jammu-Srinagar highway The Indian Air Force conducted the first test-run of a 3.5 km emergency landing strip on the Jammu-Srinagar national highway in Bijbehara, Anantnag. This marked the first Emergency Landing Facility.. IndiaTimes - Published on April 2, 2024	Balakot-like ops show aero-power can be used beyond enemy lines: IAF chief ACM Chaudhari emphasizes aerospace power's versatility and importance in military operations, including the need for decision superiority. Balakot-like operations showcase the potential beyond enemy.. IndiaTimes - Published on March 27, 2024
Given political will, aerospace power can be effectively used beyond enemy lines: IAF chief IndiaTimes - Published on March 27, 2024	IAF ex-chief RKS Bhadauria in BJP on day VK Singh leaves fray IndiaTimes - Published on March 24, 2024
Former IAF chief RKS Bhadauria joins BJP Former IAF chief RKS Bhadauria joined BJP after operating Rafale fighter jet. Decorated with honors, he led key air commands. Expected to contribute in politics. BJP yet to finalize candidates for.. IndiaTimes - Published on March 24, 2024	IAF airlifts over 300 people stranded in J&K, Ladakh due to snowfall Indian Air Force conducted airlift operations on Saturday, rescuing 328 individuals who were stranded in different locations across Jammu and Kashmir and Ladakh due to heavy snowfall. Since the.. IndiaTimes - Published on March 23, 2024
Isro completes 2nd key landing experiment of reusable launch vehicle The Indian Space Research Organisation (Isro) marked a critical milestone in the development of reusable launch vehicle (RLV) technology on Friday by successfully completing the second landing.. IndiaTimes - Published on March 22, 2024	Indian Air Force activates another road stretch as an emergency airstrip IAF conducts operations on ELF airstrip in Bapatla, Andhra Pradesh. Sukhoi-30MKI fighters and Hawk advanced jet trainers successfully carried out “low overshoots”. ELFs provide flexibility during.. IndiaTimes - Published on March 19, 2024
Trinamool MP Saket Gokhale files complaint against PM Modi for 'violating' poll code by using IAF chopper Trinamool Congress MP Saket Gokhale lodged a complaint against Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday, accusing him of breaching the poll code by using an Indian Air Force helicopter to attend an.. IndiaTimes - Published on March 18, 2024	IAF's 'Bambi Bucket' op helps to contain raging forest fire at Nilgiris The Indian Air Force (IAF) has deployed the AF Mi-17 V5 helicopter for several Bambi Bucket operations to extinguish forest fires in the Nilgiris region. Working alongside the forest department and.. IndiaTimes - Published on March 17, 2024
IAF's Tejas aircraft crashes near Jaisalmer, pilot safe Indian Air Force Light Combat Aircraft (LCA), Tejas crashed in Rajasthan's Jaisalmer on Tuesday (March 12). DNA - Published on March 12, 2024	IAF trainer jet crashes, pilots eject safely A Hawk advanced jet trainer of the Indian Air Force crashed at Kalaikunda, West Bengal, on Tuesday afternoon. Fortunately, the two pilots, an instructor and a trainee, were able to eject safely. IndiaTimes - Published on February 13, 2024
IAF trainer aircraft crashes during training exercise in West Bengal, pilots eject safely A Hawk trainer aircraft belonging to the Indian Air Force (IAF) crashed during a training exercise in Kalaikunda, West Bengal. Both pilots managed to eject safely and there were no casualties or damage.. IndiaTimes - Published on February 13, 2024	Indian Naval Band pays tribute to Chandrayaan 3 during Beating Retreat Ceremony at Vijay Chowk The Beating Retreat ceremony at Raisina Hills celebrated India's accomplishments. The Indian Naval Band paid tribute to the successful lunar mission with 'Chandrayaan 3'. The Indian Air Force band.. IndiaTimes - Published on January 29, 2024
75th Republic Day: All-women Army medical services marches on Kartavya Path An all-women contingent of the Armed Forces Medical Services made history by marching on the Kartavya Path for the first time. They were followed by the march of 144 officers of Military Nursing.. IndiaTimes - Published on January 26, 2024	IAF contingent displays potent, powerful and self-reliant force at Republic Day Indian Air Force marching contingent led by Squadron Leader Rashmi Thakur with Squadron Leader Sumita Yadav, Squadron Leader Pratiti Ahluwalia, and Flight Lieutenant Kirit Rohil marched down Kartavya.. IndiaTimes - Published on January 26, 2024
'Desert Knight': India, France, UAE conduct mega air exercise over Arabian Sea India, UAE, and France conducted the Desert Knight exercise over the Arabian Sea. The IAF operated from its west coast bases, while UAE and France operated from Al Dhafra airbase. The exercise aimed to.. IndiaTimes - Published on January 24, 2024	Indian Air Force saves man who suffered heart attack at Ram temple event A devotee, Ramkrishna Srivastava, suffered a heart attack at the Ram temple in Ayodhya. The Indian Air Force's mobile hospital, led by Wing Commander Manish Gupta, evacuated him and provided on-site.. IndiaTimes - Published on January 22, 2024
Devotee suffers heart attack at 'Pran Pratishtha' event, IAF's BHISHM Cube saves him A devotee suffered a heart attack at the 'Pran Pratishtha' ceremony. The IAF's rapid response team's mobile hospital of the Arogya Maitri Disaster Management project, swiftly intervened. Led by Wing.. IndiaTimes - Published on January 22, 2024	MoS Muraleedharan watches "Pran Pratishtha" ceremony virtually with Indian community members in Uganda The ceremony at the Ram Mandir was attended by Indian Air Force, who showered flower petals over the temple. Prime Minister Modi will visit the Kuber Tila and interact with the shramjeevis associated.. IndiaTimes - Published on January 22, 2024
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IAF aircraft wreckage: Two Odia families wait for bodies to perform last rites Though more than seven years have passed since the disappearance of Charana Moharana and Purna Chandra Senapti, two of the 29 persons aboard the Indian Air Force's AN-32 transport aircraft that went.. IndiaTimes - Published on January 13, 2024	Father of IAF navigator demands investigation of AN-32 aircraft incident after wreckage recovery A day after the Indian Air Force (IAF) located the wreckage of a transport aircraft AN-32 at a depth of approximately 3.4 km in the Bay of Bengal off the coast of Chennai, the parents of Flight.. IndiaTimes - Published on January 13, 2024
DRDO successfully tests advanced Akash-NG missile, ready for user trials to strengthen India's air defence The new generation Akash surface-to-air missile system is ready for user trials. The missile system has the capability to intercept hostile aircraft, helicopters, and drones at a range of 30-km. The.. IndiaTimes - Published on January 12, 2024	7 years on, IAF's crashed Antonov-32 found off Chennai coast The wreckage of an Antonov-32 transport aircraft of the IAF, which went missing with 29 personnel while flying over the Bay of Bengal on way to Port Blair from Chennai in July 2016, has finally been.. IndiaTimes - Published on January 12, 2024
Wreckage of IAF's AN-32 aircraft traced seven-and-a-half years after it went missing IndiaTimes - Published on January 12, 2024	IAF's Women Agniveer Vayu to march on Republic Day parade IndiaTimes - Published on January 8, 2024

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India test-fires RudraM-II missile from Su-30 fighter

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Pauri bears brunt as Uttarakhand fires continue to rage

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'Desert Knight': India, France, UAE conduct mega air exercise over Arabian Sea

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