Tag: Indian Air Force (IAF)

PM Modi announces names of four-member Gaganyaan team

The Gaganyaan mission is India's first human space flight program for which extensive preparations are underway at various ISRO centres.

February 27, 2024

75th Republic-Day parade: Awe-evoking acrobatics-filled Indian Air Force’s fly-past dazzles spectators

A major attraction of the flypast was a "vertical charlie" manoeuvre by a single Rafale aircraft which carried out a series of rolls while flying vertical before disappearing into the blue skies.

January 26, 2024

Women contingent at Republic Day parade will inspire next gen to join force: Air Force Chief

In this year's Republic Day parade. the Indian Air Force is strongly showcasing its capabilities in multiple areas, including 16 women pilots taking part in the fly-past over Kartavya Path.

January 26, 2024

Dorniers in IAF’s Tangail formation to fly using ATF-biofuel mix during R-Day flypast

NAG has been developed by DRDO to engage highly fortified enemy tanks in day and night conditions.

January 23, 2024

Hrithik-starrer ‘Fighter’ has been filmed at Air Force bases in Dindigul, Tezpur and Pune

Shot extensively at the Air Force Station Tezpur, nestled in the lush green valley of Assam, it serves as the backdrop for some of the film's most intense fighter jet sequences.

January 19, 2024

Killing of IAF personnel in 1990: Eyewitnesses identify Yasin Malik as shooter

"The witness also informed the court that Malik was also injured in the firing and received four bullet injuries," she added.

January 19, 2024

‘Fighter’ trailer unpacks high-octane aerial action inspired by IAF’s Balakote strikes

The film has been helmed by Siddharth Anand, who is known for his hit films ‘War’ and ‘Pathaan’.

January 15, 2024

“Qatal ki Raat”: Former Diplomat’s book shows how PM Modi snubbed Imran Khans’ midnight call after Balakote strike

"India's coercive diplomacy had been effective, India's expectations of Pakistan and of the world had been clear, backed by a credible resolve to escalate the crisis," says the book.

January 9, 2024

Air Force officer Manisha Padhi appointed India’s first woman Aide de Camp

Before her new posting, Squadron Leader Padhi was posted at Air Force stations in Bidar, Pune and Bhatinda.

December 5, 2023

Two pilots killed as Indian Air Force aircraft crashes in Telangana’s Medak

The crash took place at around 8:55 am during training at Air Force Academy near Dindigul district. The pilots include an instructor and one cadet.

December 4, 2023