In a striking blend of humour and symbolism, the Indian Air Force (IAF) used its 93rd anniversary dinner to deliver a culinary message with a political edge. The event’s menu, which has quickly gone viral on social media, features dishes playfully named after Pakistani cities and airstrike targets, turning the celebratory meal into a tongue-in-cheek...
Jodhpur, the second-largest city in Rajasthan, is set to welcome its new airport terminal by Diwali this year, which will be inaugurated by Prime Minister Narendra Modi. Initially designed to operate domestic flights, the terminal has the capacity to handle international operations in the future. Union Culture and Tourism Minister Gajendra Singh Shekhawat confirmed that...
Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Wednesday reiterated India’s long-standing position of being a peace-seeking nation while making it clear that any provocation or challenge will be met with decisive strength. Speaking at the ‘Ran-Samwad 2025’ Tri-Service Seminar at the Army War College in Mhow, Madhya Pradesh, Singh underlined the importance of defence preparedness in the...
The Indian Air Force (IAF) is set to retire its legendary MiG-21 fighter jets on September 26, marking the end of nearly six decades of operational service. The homegrown Tejas Light Combat Aircraft (LCA) Mark 1A will replace the iconic fleet, which has been a cornerstone of India’s aerial defense since its induction in 1963....
The Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) has achieved a significant milestone in India’s ambitious human spaceflight programme, Gaganyaan, by successfully completing its first Integrated Air Drop Test (IADT-01). The test, conducted on August 24, demonstrated the end-to-end functionality of the parachute-based deceleration system, which plays a critical role in ensuring the safe landing of the...
New Delhi: President Droupadi Murmu on Friday met Indian Air Force Group Captain Shubhanshu Shukla at Rashtrapati Bhavan to discuss his historic mission to the International Space Station (ISS), marking the first such achievement by an Indian. During the interaction, Shukla briefed the President about his role as part of the crew and the various...
The National Council of Educational Research and Training (NCERT) has introduced two special modules on Operation Sindoor for students of Classes 3 to 12, highlighting the mission as not only a military operation but also a pledge to protect peace and honor the victims of the Pahalgam terror attack. The modules were released over three...
In a significant push to the Make in India initiative in the defence sector, the Indian government has approved a ₹62,000 crore deal to acquire 97 LCA Mark 1A fighter jets for the Indian Air Force (IAF). The final clearance for the procurement was granted during a high-level meeting on Tuesday, paving the way for...
In a significant display of valor, the Indian government announced a slate of gallantry awards this Independence Day, honoring defence personnel for their exceptional service during Operation Sindoor and related operations against Pakistan. Among the recipients, top Indian Air Force (IAF) officers, fighter pilots, and S‑400 air defence system operators were recognized for their courage...
On Saturday, at the HAL Management Academy Auditorium, Indian Air Force Chief Air Chief Marshal Amar Preet Singh disclosed that five Pakistani fighter jets and another large aircraft were shot down during Operation Sindoor. “We have confirmed the downing of at least five fighter jets and one large aircraft, which may be classified as either...