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  Spectacular air show in Guwahati celebrates 93rd Indian Air Force Day with Suryakiran flying display

  Assam | November 09, 2025 13:26 IST

  Held at Lachit Ghat, the event featured over 60 aircraft performing formations named after Northeast landmarks, thrilling spectators and honoring the bravery and dedication of air force personnel.

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  Bollywood stars who played pilots, and how real they looked | Indian Air Force Day

  Entertainment | October 08, 2025 10:19 IST

  As India celebrates the 93rd Air Force Day on Wednesday, October 8 2025, let’s take a look at Bollywood actors, including Hrithik Roshan, Shah Rukh Khan, and others, who have portrayed the role of a pilot on screen.

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  Air Force Day 2023: IAF gets new ensign after over seven decades

  India | October 08, 2023 19:57 IST

  Air Force Day 2023: Indian Air Force was officially established on Oct 8, 1932. IAF crest has national symbol, Ashoka lion on top with words 'Satyameva Jayate' in Devanagari below it.

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  Air Force Day: 'India is proud of valour, commitment, dedication of IAF', PM Modi greets air warrior

  India | October 08, 2023 11:12 IST

  The Indian Air Force on Sunday will unveil its new ensign at the annual Air Force Day parade at Prayagraj to better reflect its values, 72 years after a similar exercise was undertaken.

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  Indian Air Force Day 2022: On 90th anniversary, IAF showcases its might to the world

  India | October 08, 2022 11:13 IST

  Indian Air Force Day 2022: Since 1950, the IAF has been involved in four wars with neighbouring Pakistan. Other major operations undertaken by the IAF include Operation Vijay, Operation Meghdoot, Operation Cactus and Operation Poomalai.

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  President Droupadi Murmu on 2-day visit to Chandigarh from today

  India | October 08, 2022 6:58 IST

  The president will grace the 90th anniversary of Indian Air Force at Sukhna Lake, Chandigarh on October 8.

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  Kangana Ranaut extends greetings on Indian Air Force Day 2021

  Celebrities | October 08, 2021 15:27 IST

  Kangana Ranaut extended her heartfelt greetings on Indian Air Force Day 2021 on Friday. Taking to her Instagram handle, the 'Thalaivii' star posted a digital picture of three aircraft flying, with colours of the Indian flag in the background.

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  IAF's prompt actions in eastern Ladakh testament to its combat readiness: IAF chief

  India | October 08, 2021 14:03 IST

  The IAF chief said young men and women who are joining the force are highly competent and aware of today's digital world.  

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  Air Force Day 2021: IAF showcases its might with stunning air show | PICS

  India | October 08, 2021 13:48 IST

  The Indian Air Force celebrated its 89th anniversary today as part of the IAF Day parade, which included a grand air show of jets like Sukhoi Su-30 and Rafale at the Hindon airbase. There were formations with call signs related to the places and people involved in the 1971 war in which India defeated Pakistan and led to the creation of Bangladesh.

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  IAF Day Parade today: Chief of Air Staff Unit Citations awarded to three units

  India | October 08, 2021 15:02 IST

  The Vinaash formation flying in the parade would showcase the victory in Longewala operations with six Hawk aircraft.

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  Rafale jet joins other fighter planes to celebrate Indian Air Force Day at Hindon Air Base

  News | October 08, 2020 16:27 IST

  Today the Indian Air Force is commemorating its 88th anniversary. The celebrations began earlier today and Air Chief Marshal RKS Bhaduria along with other officers were seen to be attending the ceremony.

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  IAF celebrates 88th anniversary

  News | October 08, 2020 13:00 IST

  The Indian Air Force (IAF) is the air arm of the Indian Armed Forces. Its complement of personnel and aircraft assets ranks fourth amongst the air forces of the world.

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  IAF demonstrated its operational capability: Air Chief Marshal Bhadauria

  India | October 08, 2020 11:25 IST

  The Indian Air Force has "clearly" demonstrated its resolve, operational capability and will to effectively engage with the adversary when the need arises, Air Chief Marshal RKS Bhadauria said on Thursday, referring to his force's combat readiness in eastern Ladakh.

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  PM Modi wishes to Air Force personnel on 88th anniversary of IAF

  News | October 08, 2020 9:34 IST

  PM Narendra Modi wishes to Air Force personnel on the 88th anniversary of the Indian Air Force. He says, "You not only keep the skies of the country secure but also play a leading role in the service of humanity during disasters.

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  Indian Air Force to celebrate its 88th anniversary today

  News | October 08, 2020 8:40 IST

  The whole country is celebrating the Indian Air Force Day today to mark the 88th anniversary of the Indian Air Force (IAF). The day, every year is marked by celebrations by the IAF at the Hindon Air Base in Ghaziabad near Delhi.

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  Indian Air Force Day 2019: 11 interesting facts about IAF

  India | October 08, 2019 12:08 IST

  India will celebrate its 87th Air Force Day on October 8, 2019. On October 8, 1932, the Indian Air Force (IAF) was established by the British Empire, formed under the Indian Air Force Act. At present, the Indian Air Force is the fourth most powerful air force in the world after the United States, Russia and China.

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  IAF celebrates 86th anniversary at Hindon Air Force Station in Ghaziabad

  News | October 08, 2018 11:31 IST

  IAF celebrates 86th anniversary at Hindon Air Force Station in Ghaziabad

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  Indian Air Force Day celebrations underway at Hindon Air Force Station in Ghaziabad

  News | October 08, 2018 11:42 IST

  Indian Air Force Day celebrations underway at Hindon Air Force Station in Ghaziabad