Fighter Jets
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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 ISTIndia 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 to get Tejas Mark-1A jets in September? Here's what Defence Secretary has to say
India | August 31, 2025 7:28 ISTIn February 2021, the defence ministry sealed a Rs 48,000 crore deal with Hindustan Aeronautics Ltd (HAL) for the procurement of 83 Tejas Mk-1A jets for the IAF.
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Tejas Mk1A vs Tejas Mk2: Key differences between India's two indigenous fighter jets
India | August 25, 2025 13:21 ISTIt is pertinent to mention that the Tejas Light Combat Aircraft (LCA) Mark 1A will replace the MiG 21 fighter jet aircraft by September 2025. The Indian Air Force has planned to phase out its MiG 21 fighter jet aircraft.
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India to manufacture 5th-generation fighter jets with Safran: All you need to know about French firm
India | August 22, 2025 23:54 ISTSaying that the Tejas combat jet will be a shining example of India’s indigenous defence capabilities, Rajnath Singh said India has resolved to overcome every hurdle and achieve full capacity to build fighter aircraft in India.
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British F-35 jet, stuck in Kerala, may finally fly back home next week: Report
India | July 11, 2025 11:58 ISTThe British fighter jet was on a regular sortie in the Arabian Sea last month when it ran into bad weather and couldn’t return to the Royal Navy’s flagship aircraft carrier, the HMS Prince of Wales, officials said.
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India’s Su-30MKI to undergo Super-30 overhaul, set to outclass Pakistan’s F-16s in aerial dominance
India | July 03, 2025 23:51 ISTAs part of the Super-30 upgrade, Su-30MKI jets will be equipped with the Virupaksha radar- a gallium nitride-based AESA (Active Electronically Scanned Array) radar developed by DRDO. This advanced system will significantly boost the aircraft's capabilities and enable it to detect targets.
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Iran plans to buy Chinese J-10C fighter jets after stalled Russian deal and Israeli strikes
World | July 01, 2025 12:47 ISTReports suggest that Iran is now prioritising speed and cost-effectiveness in updating its fleet, particularly in the wake of recent security challenges.
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'Quoted out of context': Indian Embassy clarifies defence attache's remarks on Operation Sindoor
India | June 30, 2025 9:44 ISTIndia launched Operation Sindoor on May 7, targeting terrorist infrastructure in territories controlled by Pakistan in response to the Pahalgam terror attack.
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UK Navy’s F-35B fighter jet may be airlifted back after hydraulic failure, say Defence Officials
India | June 20, 2025 23:46 ISTThe grounded F-35B remains parked under tight security at Thiruvananthapuram airport, attracting significant public and media attention. The incident comes in the backdrop of increasing UK-India defence cooperation and maritime collaboration in the Indo-Pacific.
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What factors differentiate 4th, 4.5th, 5th, and 6th gen jets? Fighter jet generations explained
World | May 28, 2025 13:29 ISTThe fifth-generation fighter jets do have improved situational awareness through having multi-spectral sensors, which are located across all aspects of the airframe.
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Centre approves execution of AMCA project for India's 5th-gen stealth fighter jet
India | May 27, 2025 11:48 ISTIndia has been working on the ambitious AMCA project to develop the medium-weight deep penetration fighter jet with advanced stealth features to bolster its air power capability.
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Fact Check: Did three IAF fighter jets crash in Himalayas? Viral claim by Pakistan proved fake
Fact Check | May 10, 2025 12:12 ISTIndia TV Fact Check: In the current sensitive situation, it is crucial to exercise extreme caution before believing or sharing any news, especially on social media. Think ten times before trusting content that lacks verification.
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US Houthi War: US Fighter Jets Pound Yemen With Devastating Airstrikes, Causing Destruction
News | March 25, 2025 13:58 ISTA U.S. airstrike on a building in Sanaa's Aser neighbourhood killed at least one person and injured 13 others, according to the Houthi-run health ministry. Eyewitnesses reported that the victims were pedestrians, as the building was unoccupied at the time. The strike left the structure in ruins, wit
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IAF aiming to induct new multirole fighter jets in 4-5 years | Here are full details
India | March 11, 2025 22:22 ISTThe sources said that the Indian Air Force would be retiring 10 fighter aircraft squadrons by the year 2037.
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Centre clears Rs 20,000 crore projects for Su-30 fighter jets, 100 K-9 howitzers
India | December 12, 2024 22:38 ISTThe two projects were cleared on Thursday by the Cabinet Committee on Security and the contract for the Su-30-MKI jets has already been inked.
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India's indigenous fighter jets LCA Mark 2 set for takeoff by March 2026, mass production by 2029
India | August 11, 2024 20:10 ISTThe government has plans to replace all the mainstay fleets of the force, including the Mirage 2000, Jaguar and MiG-29s, with the LCA Mark 2 and over 250 of these planes will be inducted in service over the next 10-15 years.
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US bolsters military deployment in Middle East to defend Israel from possible Iranian attack
World | August 03, 2024 10:34 ISTThe Pentagon said it would send additional fighter jets, Navy warships, and a carrier strike group to replace the one already deployed in the Mediterranean Sea. The assassination of Hamas chief Ismail Haniyeh has triggered calls for retaliation towards Israel, risking an all-out war.
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US approves sale of F-16 fighter jets to Turkey after Ankara ratifies Sweden's NATO membership
World | January 27, 2024 17:58 ISTTurkey has long sought to upgrade its F-16 fleet and ratified Sweden's NATO membership based on the approval of the sale of the new planes. Turkey delayed Sweden's approval as it believed Stockholm did not take Ankara's national security concerns seriously enough.
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Russian fighter jets escort Putin's plane en route to Abu Dhabi I Watch ROBUST security video
World | December 06, 2023 18:30 ISTNotably, Putin is visiting the United Arab Emirates and Saudi Arabia on Wednesday in a rare trip abroad and will hold talks with Saudi Arabian Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman to discuss oil, OPEC+ and the conflicts in Gaza and Ukraine.
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Myanmar's junta sends stern message to Pakistan and China for 'unfit' JF-17 fighter jets delivery
World | September 06, 2023 13:12 ISTThe Burmese Air Force was forced to ground the planes as malfunctions and structural flaws were detected.
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