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  Squadron Leader Saanya scripts history, becomes IAF's first woman Cat-A qualified flying instructor

  India | May 19, 2026 7:38 IST

  The Indian Air Force in a post on X said that Squadron Leader Saanya's historic achievement marks a proud milestone for the IAF and is an inspiration for aspiring aviators across the nation.

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  C-295, India's first privately manufactured military aircraft, set for maiden flight; delivery soon

  India | May 16, 2026 17:31 IST

  A video of C-295 had gone viral on social media, which created a buzz that the aircraft is ready for its delivery to the Indian Air Force. Recently, Deputy Chief of the Air Staff Air Marshal Nagesh Kapoor also visited the TASL's unit in Vadodara which further triggered the chatter.

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  India tests maiden flight of Tactical Advanced Range Augmentation weapon system

  India | May 08, 2026 23:46 IST

  The system has been developed by Hyderabad based Research Centre Imarat (RCI) along with other DRDO laboratories to enhance the precision and strike capability of low cost weapons against ground targets.

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  India to receive fourth unit of S-400 missile systems from Russia next month

  India | April 28, 2026 23:53 IST

  India had signed a USD 5 billion deal with Russia to buy five units of S-400 air defence missile systems in October 2018.

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  Jaguar fighter jet lands on Purvanchal Expressway in Sultanpur during landing drill | Video

  India | April 22, 2026 17:50 IST

  The exercise is being conducted at the Arval-Kiri Karwat airstrip, where fighter aircraft are carrying out "touch-and-go" operations as part of preparedness to use expressways as alternative runways during emergencies, officials said.

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  India to get local maintenance facility for Tejas engines; GE Aerospace signs contract with IAF

  India | April 13, 2026 11:49 IST

  The depot will be fully owned, operated, and managed by the Indian Air Force. GE Aerospace will support the project by providing technical guidance, training for personnel, spare parts, and specialised equipment required for maintenance work.

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  Air Force's Tejas ready to fly again after 2-month grounding as HAL resolves glitches

  India | April 03, 2026 22:25 IST

  IAF’s Tejas fleet will resume flying from April 8 after a 2 month grounding caused by a runway overshoot incident, with HAL saying a software issue has been fixed.

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  HAL imposes penalties on GE Aerospace over delayed Tejas fighter jet engines

  India | April 03, 2026 11:05 IST

  HAL Chairman and Managing Director, DK Sunil, confirmed the action, stating that the delays have impacted the Tejas Mark 1A delivery schedule for the Indian Air Force (IAF).

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  How ASRAAM missiles will make Indian Air Force's MiG-29s more deadlier | Explained

  Explainers | March 28, 2026 21:04 IST

  The Indian Air Force is planning to integrate the ASRAAM with its MiG-29 UPG variant. Developed by Europe's MBDA, the ASRAAM is a short range fourth generation air-to-air heat seeking missile.

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  S-400 system, BrahMos cruise missile deals likely to get DAC nod today amid major defence push

  India | March 27, 2026 11:26 IST

  The Defence Acquisition Council is set for a key meeting to approve major defence purchases, including additional S-400 units, unmanned combat aircraft squadrons, 60 Medium Transport Aircraft, BrahMos cruise missiles and Dhanush howitzers.

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  SC upholds Permanent Commission for women officers in big decision, grants pension rights

  India | March 24, 2026 12:32 IST

  The court said that the grant of Permanent Commission to Short Service Commission officers who have already been granted such commission by Selection Boards held in 2019, 2020, and 2021 shall not be disturbed.

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  Pune, Srinagar among four airports set for closure starting March 29 | Check reason and full list

  India | March 19, 2026 23:39 IST

  Starting March 29, airports in Pune, Srinagar, Adampur and Jodhpur will face phased-wise closures for nearly a month due to maintenance and technical upgradation reasons. Read on to know details.

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  France-Germany or UK-Italy-Japan? India explores options to join sixth-gen fighter jet programmes

  India | March 19, 2026 6:54 IST

  India is considering joining one of two European-led sixth-generation fighter jet programmes as it seeks to boost its aerial capabilities. The Defence Ministry has briefed a parliamentary panel on ongoing evaluations, even as China advances its own next-gen jets.

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  IAF Chief AP Singh flies MiG-29 UPG solo sortie, reviews operational preparedness | VIDEO

  India | March 12, 2026 13:35 IST

  Air Chief Marshal AP Singh conducted a solo sortie in a MiG-29 UPG from a frontline Western Air Command base, reviewing operational preparedness and interacting with air warriors.

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  IAF deploys Mi-17 helicopter to douse Arunachal forest fire, drops 66,000 litres of water | VIDEO

  India | March 10, 2026 11:32 IST

  The Indian Air Force deployed a Mi-17 V5 helicopter to battle a major forest fire in Pasighat, dropping 66,000 litres of water to contain the flames. Earlier, the IAF had tackled wildfires in Walong with heavy-lift choppers.

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  IAF jet crash: Operation Sindoor pilot Purvesh Duragkar killed in Assam, father recalls last call

  India | March 06, 2026 13:55 IST

  Flight Lieutenant Purvesh Duragkar, a 28-year-old Indian Air Force pilot who took part in Operation Sindoor, was killed after a Su-30 MKI fighter jet crashed during a training sortie in Assam's Karbi Anglong district.

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  Tragic loss of IAF heroes: Two pilots Anuj and Purvesh Duragkar killed in Assam Su-30MKI crash

  India | March 06, 2026 9:55 IST

  Assam Su-30MKI crash: The Sukhoi-30MKI, a twin-engine multirole fighter jet renowned for its long-range capabilities, was originally designed by Russia's Sukhoi aircraft manufacturer.

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  Sukhoi Su-30 MKI crashes in Assam's Karbi Anglong district; search operation on

  India | March 06, 2026 1:39 IST

  A Sukhoi Su-30 MKI had crashed in Assam on Thursday evening, said officials, who added that a search and rescue operation has been launched by them.

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  IAF releases first operational visuals of S-400 Air Defence System months after Operation Sindoor

  India | February 26, 2026 18:13 IST

  The Indian Air Force has unveiled a striking teaser video showing the S-400 system in real operational mode for the first time. The footage highlights the longest-range intercept ever recorded by the IAF.

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  India may procure 31 Rafale-Ms for Navy after 114-jet deal for IAF with France: Report

  India | February 15, 2026 23:55 IST

  India may buy an additional 31 Rafale Marine aircraft for the Indian Navy from France after the deal to buy 114 jets for the Indian Air Force (IAF). At present, India has 36 Rafale fight jets.