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After successfully replicating the test on shore, an aircraft carrier compatibility test will be conducted in the future, the sources said. (Representational Image)

It was ‘textbook landing’: Sources on naval LCA Tejas DRDO testing

The first naval prototype of Naval LCA made 'successful landing' on a 90-metre stretch after being flown by a pilot for about 40 min.

14 Sep 2019 8:26 AM

Sources said the government's immediate priority is to fast-track infantry modernisation, including procuring 2,600 infantry combat vehicles and 1,700 future ready combat vehicles for the Indian Army. (Photo: PTI)

India to spend USD 130 bn for military modernisation: report

The forces have been pushing for allocation of funds so that they are well prepared to deal with possibility of 'two-front' war.

10 Sep 2019 12:12 PM

The IAF has already completed preparations, including readying required infrastructure and training of pilots, to welcome the fighter aircraft. (Representational Image)

'Golden Arrows' squadron, once led by Air chief, to be revived for Rafale

Squadron, which operated from Bhatinda air base, was disbanded in 2016 after IAF started gradual phasing out of Russian-origin MiG 21 jets.

10 Sep 2019 8:39 AM

Air Chief Marshal B.S. Dhanoa speaks during the induction ceremony of eight US-made Apache AH-64E attack helicopters into the Indian Air Force at the Pathankot Air Force Station on Tuesday. (Photo: PTI)

Apaches add to IAF firepower

The Apaches will enhance the IAF’s capability in providing integrated combat aviation cover to the Army strike corps.

04 Sep 2019 12:37 AM

Indian Air Force pilot Abhinandan Varthaman on Monday flew a joint sortie Chief Marshal BS Dhanoa in MiG-21 fighter. (Photo: Social Media)

Here are some reactions after Abhinandan Varthaman trims his gunslinger moustache

Videos and photos from Monday's flight of the MiG-21 however, showed that Varthaman had shaved off the moustache.

03 Sep 2019 3:04 PM

While the formal induction will happen on September 19, the first batch of four jets will fly to their home base in India only in next April-May. (Photo: File)

IAF to induct first Rafale jet on Sept 19, Rajnath Singh likely to visit France

All the 36 fighter jets will arrive by September 2022.

03 Sep 2019 10:05 AM

The AH-64E Apache is one of the world's most advanced multi-role combat helicopters and is flown by the US Army. (Representational Image)

IAF gets its first fleet of 8 Apache AH-64E attack helicopters

The Air Force Chief said Apache attack choppers are being purchased to replace the ageing Mi-35 helicopters.

03 Sep 2019 8:59 AM

Abhinandan had been grounded due to ejection from his MiG-21 which had been shot down in aerial conflict with Pakistan Air Force F-16s. (Photo: ANI)

Watch: Abhinandan Varthaman, who downed Pak F16, flies with IAF chief

IAF chief Dhanoa also a MiG-21 pilot and had flown the planes during the 1999 Kargil war while commanding the 17 Squadron, during the war.

02 Sep 2019 1:39 PM

The high court noted that issuance of caste certificate based on the father's caste was not without exceptions and that a surname was not the sole criteria for determining a person's case. (Photo: File)

Senior woman IAF officer's plea for caste certificate for kids dismissed by Delhi HC

The court said that office orders would not come in the way of issuing certificates to children.

27 Aug 2019 10:36 PM

Many in the defence circles rued that India should have bought more C-17 aircraft as it plays a vital role in IAF’s strategic and combat airlift capability. (Photo: ANI | Representational)

IAF gets its 11th Globemaster, the last by Boeing

India’s plan to buy more of these aircraft was hampered by bureaucratic delays.

27 Aug 2019 7:14 AM

No 1 Squadron of the IAF at the crucial battle of Imphal in 1944. Their CO, Squadron Leader Arjan Singh, later the iconic five-star Marshal of the IAF, is at the wheel of the jeep;

Remembering the IAF in a distant war

The book, The Forgotten Few: The Indian Air Force in World War II, is a narrative history of the Indian Air Force’s contribution to World War II.

25 Aug 2019 7:28 AM

The investigation report said that the “Identification of Friend or Foe (IFF)” system on-board the helicopter was switched off and there was a “vital gap” in communication and co-ordination between the ground staff and the crew of the helicopter. (Photo: ANI)

5 IAF officers guilty of Mi-17 crash: Probe

The Mi-17 V-5 chopper had crashed within 10 minutes of taking off, as Pakistan Air Force and IAF aircraft were involved in a dog fight.

24 Aug 2019 3:46 AM

‘Five officers including one Group Captain, two Wing commanders and two Flight Lieutenants have been held blameworthy by the court of inquiry by the Air Force headed by a senior officer,’ sources said in New Delhi. (Photo: ANI)

Five Indian Air Force officers found guilty in Feb 27 Srinagar chopper crash

Inquiry was ordered by Air Force Headquarters under an Air Commodore-rank officer as the crash resulted in death of 6 of its personnel.

23 Aug 2019 1:19 PM

The officers have been found guilty of charges including negligence and not following correct procedures while shooting down the Mi-17 V5 chopper. (Photo: ANI)

IAF probe finds 5 officers guilty in Feb 27 Srinagar chopper crash

Six IAF personnel on board and a civilian on the ground had lost their lives in the crash.

23 Aug 2019 1:04 PM

After the first four choppers, another batch had come to the air base and the eight Apaches are likely to be inducted in the first go. (Photo: file)

Defence Minister to induct Apache attack choppers at Pathankot Air Base

The AH-64E helicopters, the latest variants of the Apache, were delivered from the US.

22 Aug 2019 12:32 PM

The aircraft is capable of carrying a range of potent weapons and missiles. (Representational Image)

Rajnath Singh to visit France in September to receive first Rafale jet

Top military brass of France as well as officials of Dassault, makers of Rafale, would also be present at handing over ceremony on Sep 20.

22 Aug 2019 8:18 AM

At present, Varthaman is serving at an IAF base in Rajasthan. (Photo: File)

IAF pilot Abhinandan returns to cockpit after 6 months, starts flying MiG 21

Varthaman was conferred Vir Chakra, the coveted wartime gallantry medal, for downing the F-16 jet of Pakistan during the aerial combat.

22 Aug 2019 8:06 AM

It said that the search areas including the location of recoveries have been mapped for future reference and that the expedition was joined by a team of Indian Air Force on August 6, 2019 to augment the search and identification efforts. (Photo: ANI)

51 years after IAF aircraft went missing, parts of AN-12 BL-534 recovered

'After 13 days of rigorous search and recovery operation in Dhaka Glacier, the team recovered parts of the AN-12 Aircraft,' release said.

19 Aug 2019 12:39 PM

The PM gave us some idea what he has in mind when he announced that the new CDS will also be the government’s principal military adviser. (Photo: File)

Will a CDS mean the end of inter-service wars?

It would suffice to say that every major military power in the world has a combined defence organisation.

19 Aug 2019 12:05 AM

The IAF Chief reiterated that the IAF is in the process of transformation through modernisation as well as upgradation of existing fleets and weapon systems. (Photo: File)

Eastern Air Command Commanders' Conclave starts in Shillong

EAC Air Officer Commanding-in-Chief, EAC Air Marshal RD Mathur welcomed the IAF Chief and introduced the commanders to him.

16 Aug 2019 6:58 PM

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