Indian Air Force: News
06 Nov 2024
GaganyaanISRO's Gaganyaan mission delayed to 2026: Here's why
The Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) has pushed back its ambitious Gaganyaan mission, now slated for 2026, extending the original timeline by almost a year.
04 Nov 2024
AgraIAF's MiG-29 crashes near Agra, pilot ejects safely
A MiG-29 fighter jet of the Indian Air Force (IAF) crashed in an open field in Songa village, near Agra, Uttar Pradesh on Monday.
31 Oct 2024
Ranbir KapoorRanbir-Vicky might play Air Force officers in 'Love & War'
Sanjay Leela Bhansali's upcoming drama Love & War, starring Vicky Kaushal, Alia Bhatt, and Ranbir Kapoor has been making headlines of late.
28 Oct 2024
AirbusIndia's first private military aircraft plant inaugurated: Why it's game-changing
Prime Minister Narendra Modi and his Spanish counterpart Pedro Sanchez have inaugurated the Tata Aircraft Complex in Vadodara.
27 Oct 2024
Narendra ModiFirst India-made C-295 military aircraft to roll out in 2026
The first C-295 military aircraft, made in India, is likely to roll out of the Vadodara facility in September 2026.
07 Oct 2024
Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP)'State-sponsored murders...': BJP blames Stalin for Chennai air show tragedy
The deaths of five spectators at the Chennai air show have sparked a political feud in Tamil Nadu.
07 Oct 2024
Chennai5 dead, 100 hospitalized after Chennai IAF air show
An air show celebrating the Indian Air Force's 92nd anniversary turned tragic at Chennai's Marina Beach when over 12 lakh people rushed toward the exits, resulting in five deaths and numerous injuries.
02 Oct 2024
BiharIAF chopper makes forced landing in flood-hit Bihar
An Indian Air Force (IAF) helicopter, engaged in relief operations in flood-affected Bihar, was forced to make an emergency landing on Wednesday afternoon.
22 Sep 2024
Emmanuel Macron'Nuclear submarines, jet engines...': France's big offer to India
The Emmanuel Macron government is prepared to discuss and support the construction of nuclear attack submarines, the complete transfer of technology for 110 kilo-Newton thrust aircraft engines, and fully capable underwater drones to India.
21 Sep 2024
MoscowAir Marshal Amar Preet Singh to be next IAF chief
Air Marshal Amar Preet Singh will take over as the next chief of the Indian Air Force (IAF) following the retirement of Air Chief Marshal VR Chaudhari on September 30.
18 Sep 2024
Make in IndiaWho is Mohana Singh, first woman Tejas fighter pilot
Squadron Leader Mohana Singh has made history by becoming the first woman fighter pilot to join the Indian Air Force's (IAF) elite 18 "Flying Bullets" squadron.
10 Sep 2024
Lockheed MartinTata, Lockheed Martin to manufacture C-130J Super Hercules in India
Lockheed Martin and Tata Advanced Systems Limited (TASL) have forged a new partnership aimed at bolstering India's defense and aerospace capabilities.
03 Sep 2024
Andhra PradeshAndhra-Telangana on high alert: 31 dead, 4.5L displaced in floods
Unprecedented rainfall in Andhra Pradesh and Telangana has claimed the lives of 31 people and displaced over 4.5 lakh residents.
30 Aug 2024
GujaratAfter floods, Gujarat is grappling with problem of stray crocodiles
Vadodara in Gujarat is currently grappling with an unusual problem amid heavy floods caused by incessant rainfall.
23 Aug 2024
Indian ArmyTripura floods: Army rescues 330 civilians under 'Operation Jal Rahat'
The Indian Army has successfully rescued over 330 civilians from flood-affected areas in Tripura, as part of a comprehensive Humanitarian Assistance and Disaster Relief (HADR) operation.
30 Jul 2024
India Meteorological Department (IMD)What IIT Delhi's landslide risk map revealed about Wayanad
Just a few months before the massive landslides hit Kerala's Wayanad, a landslide susceptibility map created by the Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Delhi indicated that 58.52% of the district was classified as having "high to very high" risk.
25 Jul 2024
Eknath ShindePune: 4 dead as rain wreaks havoc; Army on alert
Four people died in Pune due to rain-related incidents amid continuous heavy rain on Thursday.
21 Jul 2024
AirbusAirbus assessing 8 Indian sites for H125 helicopter assembly line
Airbus, the renowned French aircraft manufacturer, is currently evaluating eight potential locations in India, to establish its final assembly line (FAL) for H125 helicopters.
07 Jul 2024
StartupsIAF to use Pixxel's satellites for border vigilance by 2025
The Indian Air Force (IAF) has contracted Bengaluru-based space start-up Pixxel to enhance its border surveillance capabilities.
28 Jun 2024
Indira Gandhi International Airport (Delhi)Affected Delhi airport terminal was closing in a month: Report
The part of Terminal-1 of Delhi's Indira Gandhi Internation Airport—where a roof collapsed on Friday morning—was slated to close in a month, an official told The Telegraph Online.
23 Jun 2024
Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO)ISRO completes third reusable launch vehicle test: Know its significance
The Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) has successfully completed the third test in the Reusable Launch Vehicle Landing Experiment (LEX-03).
14 Jun 2024
Kerala'Wasn't allowed to visit Kuwait for relief operation…': Kerala minister
Kerala Health Minister Veena George on Friday said she was denied permission by the Centre to travel to Kuwait to coordinate assistance for the people from the state affected in the fire that killed at least 49 people, primarily Indians.
14 Jun 2024
KuwaitKuwaiti authorities detain 2 people for fire
Two people have been detained by Kuwaiti authorities following a deadly fire that resulted in the loss of 49 lives, primarily Indian workers.
13 Jun 2024
KuwaitKuwait fire: IAF to bring back Indians' mortal remains
The officials in Kuwait are conducting DNA tests on those killed in the tragic fire in the Mangaf area, the Ministry of External Affairs said on Thursday.
08 Jun 2024
Amazon Prime VideoNetflix India to develop series on historic IAF military operation
Netflix India is set to develop a series based on "Operation Safed Sagar," a significant mission executed by the Indian Air Force during the 1999 Kargil War.
08 May 2024
Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP)Poonch attack: After Channi, another Congress leader questions BJP's role
Punjab unit president Amarinder Singh Raja Warring has raised questions about the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP)'s involvement in the recent Poonch terror attack on Indian Air Force (IAF) personnel.
06 May 2024
Jammu And Kashmir₹20 lakh reward announced for information on Poonch terrorists
The security forces in Jammu and Kashmir have released sketches of two Pakistani terrorists who carried out the attack on the Indian Air Force's vehicle in Poonch last week, reports said on Monday.
04 May 2024
Indian Army5 IAF personnel injured in militant attack in J&K's Poonch
Five soldiers of the Indian Air Force (AIF) were injured after militants opened fire on an IAF vehicle convoy in Jammu and Kashmir's Poonch area on Saturday evening.
19 Apr 2024
Indian ArmyAll-women Indian military crew completes sailing expedition
A team of twelve women officers from the Indian Army, Navy, and Air Force has completed a 27-day sailing expedition in the Arabian Sea.
19 Apr 2024
BastarCRPF officer severely injured amidst Chhattisgarh Lok Sabha election
A Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) officer was severely injured on Friday morning during the Bastar Lok Sabha seat polling in Chhattisgarh.
04 Apr 2024
Deepika Padukone'Fighter' sets new Netflix record for Bollywood films
The latest Bollywood film, Fighter, featuring Hrithik Roshan, Deepika Padukone, and Anil Kapoor, has set a new record on Netflix.
04 Apr 2024
Indian ArmyIAF Apache chopper damaged during emergency landing in Ladakh
An Apache helicopter of the Indian Air Force (IAF) sustained damage during an unplanned landing in Ladakh on Wednesday, ANI reported.
24 Mar 2024
Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP)Former Indian Air Force chief Bhadauria joins BJP
The former Chief of the Air Staff of the Indian Air Force (IAF), RKS Bhadauria, has joined the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) ahead of the 2024 Lok Sabha elections.
22 Mar 2024
OTT releasesOTT: Varun Tej's 'Operation Valentine' is streaming now
Varun Tej is a household name in Telugu films and the actor made his Bollywood debut with the bilingual film Operation Valentine.
12 Mar 2024
TejasTejas crash: Everything to know about India's indigenous fighter jet
Indian Air Force(IAF)'s Light Combat Aircraft (LCA) Tejas crashed near a student hostel in Jaisalmer on Tuesday, while on an operational training sortie.
12 Mar 2024
RajasthanIAF's Tejas aircraft crashes near Rajasthan's Jaisalmer, pilot ejected safely
An Indian Air Force aircraft crashed near a student hostel in Rajasthan's Jaisalmer on Tuesday.
06 Feb 2024
Hrithik RoshanKissing scene: IAF officer sends legal notice to 'Fighter' team
The Hrithik Roshan and Deepika Padukone starrer Fighter has received a legal notice from an Indian Air Force (IAF) officer.
02 Feb 2024
Narendra ModiUS approves sale of 31 MQ-9B armed drones to India
The United States (US) has approved the sale of MQ-9B drones to India in a deal worth nearly $4 billion (approximately Rs. 3,314 crore).
24 Jan 2024
BollywoodIAF band plays 'Spirit of Fighter' ahead of 'Fighter' release
Fighter is the most anticipated Bollywood film of 2024 as of now and the makers are leaving no stone unturned to promote this upcoming aerial actioner starring Hrithik Roshan.
13 Jan 2024
Mumbai AirportMumbai Air Show 2024: Airport partially shut, traffic advisory issued
The Indian Air Force (IAF), in collaboration with the Eknath Shinde-led Maharashtra government, is carrying out the "Mumbai Air Show" over Marine Drive from Friday to Sunday.
12 Jan 2024
Defence MinistryMystery solved! Missing IAF plane's wreckage found after 8 years
The long-standing mystery surrounding the disappearance of an Indian Air Force (IAF) An-32 transport aircraft in 2016 may finally have been solved.
20 Dec 2023
Tamil NaduTamil Nadu rains: 10 dead, IAF pressed for relief, rescue
At least 10 people have reportedly been killed in Tamil Nadu after torrential rains wreaked havoc in the state's southern areas.
04 Dec 2023
TelanganaTelangana: 2 pilots killed in IAF trainer aircraft crash
Two pilots of the Indian Air Force (IAF) reportedly died on Monday after a trainer aircraft crashed in Toopran of Medak district in Telangana.
30 Nov 2023
Indian ArmyDefense Ministry approves acquisition of 97 Tejas, 156 Prachand helicopters
In a major boost for India's military and defense production, the Defence Acquisition Council (DAC) has reportedly cleared the acquisition of 156 Prachand Light Combat Helicopters and 97 Light Combat Aircraft (LCA) Tejas fighters.
25 Nov 2023
Tejas Fighter JetCentre places Rs. 36,468 crore order for Tejas fighter jets
The Centre has reportedly placed an order of Rs. 36,468 crore for 83 Light Combat Aircraft (LCA) Mk 1A Tejas aircraft with Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL).
20 Nov 2023
Manipur2 Rafale jets search for alleged 'UFO' over Imphal airport
The Indian Air Force (IAF) on Sunday scrambled two Rafale aircraft after being alerted about the sighting of an unidentified flying object (UFO) over the Imphal airport in Manipur.
19 Nov 2023
ManipurManipur: Imphal airport shut down after UFO detected in airspace
Flight operations at Imphal's Bir Tikendrajit International Airport were halted on Sunday after an unidentified flying object (UFO) was spotted in the airspace around 2:30pm.
18 Nov 2023
UttarakhandUttarkashi tunnel collapse: Rescue operation halted after second machine malfunctions
Drilling work to rescue 41 laborers trapped in Uttarakhand has been stopped completely, authorities said on Saturday.
16 Nov 2023
UttarakhandUttarkashi tunnel collapse: Thai experts to assist in rescue operation
As the rescue operation for 40 trapped workers in a collapsed tunnel in Uttarakhand's Uttarkashi entered its fifth day on Thursday, authorities have called in Thai cave experts for assistance.
09 Oct 2023
SikkimSikkim: Operation underway to rescue stranded tourists from Lachen, Lachung
Nearly a week after a cloudburst triggered devastating flash floods in Sikkim, the first batch of people stranded in the Lachen and Lachung towns were airlifted successfully by the Indian Army on Monday.
08 Oct 2023
Uttar PradeshAir Force Day: IAF gets new ensign after 72 years
The Indian Air Force (IAF) unveiled its new ensign on Sunday at the annual Air Force Day parade in Prayagraj, Uttar Pradesh, marking the first time in 72 years that it has updated its emblem.
08 Oct 2023
Kangana Ranaut'Tejas' trailer: Kangana Ranaut reveals heroic avatar to fight terrorists
To celebrate Indian Air Force Day on Sunday, the makers of actor Kangana Ranaut's upcoming aerial-action film, Tejas, dropped its trailer.
04 Oct 2023
Defence MinistryFirst twin-seater LCA Tejas delivered to Indian Air Force
The Indian Air Force (IAF) on Wednesday received its first twin-seater Light Combat Aircraft (LCA) Tejas from Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL) in Bengaluru.
26 Sep 2023
Telugu FilmsVarun Tej's 'Operation Valentine' digital rights sold for Rs. 50cr
Varun Tej's upcoming film Operation Valentine has set a new record by selling its streaming rights.
13 Sep 2023
SpainIndia to receive first C-295 military aircraft from Spain today
India will receive its first C-295 military aircraft on Wednesday, marking a significant milestone in the country's defense modernization.
03 Sep 2023
G20 SummitEverything about Delhi's multi-layered aerial security for G20 Summit
With the date of the G20 Summit getting closer, Delhi is implementing multi-layered security measures to ensure the safety of world leaders both on the ground and in the air.
30 Aug 2023
ChinaChina carves out bunkers in Aksai Chin to counter India
China has reportedly initiated major military construction activities in Aksai Chin, a region claimed by India to be its integral part.
13 Aug 2023
IndiaIAF inducts Heron MK II: Check drone's surveillance, warfare capabilities
Indian Air Force has welcomed the advanced Heron MK II drones, which are equipped with long-range missiles and sophisticated weapons systems.
06 Aug 2023
Vizag5 must-visit war memorials in India
Located in various parts of the country, war memorials remind us of the sacrifices of our Armed, Naval, and Air forces.
05 Jul 2023
BollywoodKangana Ranaut shares new 'Tejas' stills, reveals release date
Kangana Ranaut is an adept actor who is in the news for her fiery opinions and war of words on Twitter. The actor is currently gearing up for the release of her next film Tejas.
22 Jun 2023
Hindustan Aeronautics LimitedGE Aerospace, HAL to co-produce fighter jet engines in India
United States (US)-based General Electric (GE) Aerospace on Thursday signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL) to manufacture fighter jet engines for the Indian Air Force.
08 May 2023
RajasthanRajasthan: 3 civilians dead as MiG-21 jet crashes on house
Three civilians were killed after a MiG-21 fighter aircraft of the Indian Air Force (IAF) crashed on their house in the Dabli area of Rajasthan's Hanumangarh district on Monday.
29 Apr 2023
SudanSudan: IAF pilots use night vision goggles for rescue operation
In an absolutely daring rescue operation, pilots of the Indian Air Force (IAF) reportedly landed their aircraft on a small airstrip in war-hit Sudan to rescue 121 people on the intervening night of Thursday and Friday.
27 Apr 2023
SudanOperation Kaveri: 1,100 Indians evacuated from Sudan, 360 reach Delhi
Nearly 1,100 Indians stranded in Sudan have been evacuated from the country in six batches so far under Operation Kaveri, which was launched to rescue Indians from the strife-torn Northeast African nation.
