Indian Air Force

International space mission carrying Indian astronaut scheduled for next month

The country is all set to create history once again in its space journey as an Indian astronaut will fly to the International Space Station (ISS) next month as part of an international space mission, Union Minister of State (Independent Charge) for Science and Technology, Dr Jitendra Singh, said on Friday.

Apr 19, 2025

Jaguar fighter aircraft crashes in Haryana, pilot ejects safely

A Jaguar fighter aircraft of the Indian Air Force (IAF) crashed in Haryana on Friday but the pilot managed to eject safely, officials said.

Mar 7, 2025

Indian Army, Air Force Conduct Joint Exercise in Jammu Amid Terror Threats

In response to reports of terrorist activity in the higher reaches of Jammu province, the Indian Army and the Indian Air Force conducted a joint military exercise to enhance coordination and preparedness.

Feb 25, 2025

India's first indegenous VHF radar can detect fifth-and sixth-generation stealth aircraft

India's DRDO has unveiled the country's first indigenous VHF radar, capable of detecting fifth-and sixth-generation stealth aircraft. The radar, showcased at Aero India 2025 Bengaluru, can operate in high-clutter environments and has a detection range of up to 400 kilometres.

Feb 12, 2025

Aero India 2025: IAF, Army chiefs take sortie in Tejas together

Indian Air Force chief, Air Chief Marshal A.P. Singh and Army chief, General Upendra Dwivedi undertook a sortie together in the Tejas fighter aircraft on Sunday, ahead of the beginning of the Aero India in Bengaluru.

Feb 9, 2025

IAF's 40-aircraft spectacular flypast during R-Day Parade

The Indian Air Force will deliver a breathtaking aerial display during this year's Republic Day celebrations at Kartavya Path. A total of 40 aircraft, including 22 fighter jets, 11 transport aircraft and seven helicopters will participate in this year's flypast.

Jan 16, 2025

IAF's Sukhoi fighter jets set to roar Australian skies during Exercise Pitch Black

India's Sukhoi-30 MKI fighter jets will be seen in action during Exercise Pitch Black -- Australia's biggest international air combat training activity -- that begins at the Royal Australian Air Force (RAAF) bases in Darwin and Tindal from Friday.

Jul 12, 2024

India to have 1st human in space, deep sea by 2025: Union Minister

India is set to witness the first human in space and deep sea by 2025, said Jitendra Singh, Union Minister of State (Independent Charge) for Science and Technology, on Thursday at an event held in the national capital.

Jul 4, 2024

Poonch Terror Attack: Operation to track down terrorists enters second day

Fear psychosis grips residents of Poonch and Rajouri after two terror attacks within just 15 days ahead of the election. It was the second terror attack in poll-bound Pir Panchal region of Jammu province where terrorists attacked soldiers after repeated intervals.

May 5, 2024

Air Force pays tribute to warrior slain in Poonch terror attack

The Indian Air Force, on Sunday, paid tribute to its braveheart, Corporal Vikky Pahade, who was killed while fighting terrorists in Jammu and Kashmir's Poonch district on Saturday.

May 5, 2024

Rafel, Sukhoi, Jaguar, Tejas in flypast, women officers to lead marching contingent

At the Republic Day parade, a total of 51 IAF aircraft comprising 29 fighter aircraft, eight transport aircraft, 13 helicopters and one heritage aircraft will participate in the flypast.

Jan 19, 2024

Jai Hind: Hrithik-Deepika's Fighter trailer revolves around Pulwama attack; evokes 'Patriotism'

The film has Hrithik Roshan, Deepika Padukone, and Anil Kapoor in the lead roles, along with Karan Singh Grover, Akshay Oberoi and Talat Aziz. The film, which revolves around IAF officers, will hit the theatres on January 25, 2024

Jan 15, 2024

IAF officer found guilty for shooting down own chopper after 2019 Balakot strike; fired [details]

Six Indian Air Force personnel including two pilots and a civilian lost their lives in the tragic incident, which took place after Pakistani Air Force had launched a counterattack after the Balakot strike.

Apr 12, 2023

IAF to participate in multi-national exercise 'Cobra Warrior' in UK

Indian Air Force (IAF) will participate in multilateral air exercise 'Exercise Cobra Warrior' at the RAF's Waddington Air Force Base in the UK from March 6 to 24, an official statement said.

Feb 26, 2023

Operation Sadbhavna: IAF airlifts 388 citizens from Jammu to Leh

Indian Air Force (IAF) airlifted 388 people from Jammu to Leh under 'Operation Sadbhavna'. Details here.

Feb 26, 2023

PM Modi inaugurates Aero India in B'luru; marks rise of self-reliant "New India" [today's highlights]

This year's theme for Aero India is "The runway to a billion opportunities." It displays India's growth in the aerospace sector and defence capabilities at its finest.

Feb 13, 2023

Weekly helicopter services started by IAF for Ladakh residents [how to book online]

Services will operate between Srinagar and Kargil every Monday and Wednesday and between Kargil and Jammu every Tuesday and Thursday.

Jan 18, 2023

IAF patrols Arunachal skies to prevent violation by Chinese; fighter jets deployed [details]

After tension erupted between the Indian Army and the Chinese People's Liberation Army (PLA) in Arunachal Pradesh, Indian Air Force (IAF) jets were patrolling the skies of Arunachal Pradesh.

Dec 13, 2022

Armenia buys Pinaka rockets from India worth Rs 2,000 crore amid tensions with Azerbaijan

In the fiscal year 2021–2022, India's defence exports reached a record high of Rs 13,000 crore, or "eight times" what they were five years prior.

Sep 30, 2022

Indian Army rescues Hungarian trekker in Jammu and Kashmir

The Indian Army rescued a Hungarian trekker, who had lost his way while trekking in Jammu and Kashmir's Kishtwar district, early on Saturday.

Aug 27, 2022