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December 11, 2025 12:38 PM

Indian Air Force marks 1971 war victory with grand Vijay Diwas celebration at Mohanbari

The Indian Air Force on Wednesday commemorated India’s victory in the 1971 Indo-Pak war with a vibrant Vijay Diwas celebration at Air Force Station Mohanbari in Assam. The event honoured the courage, sacrifice and decisive role of the Indian Armed Forces that led to the creation of Bangladesh. Chief of the Air Staff Air Chief Marshal A.P. Singh presided over the ceremony, which was attended by senior military and civilian dignitaries, war veterans and a large gathering of youth from across As...

November 16, 2025 6:04 PM

IAF participates in ‘Garuda 25’ bilateral exercise with French Air and Space Force

The Indian Air Force (IAF) is participating in the 8th edition of the bilateral air exercise Garuda 25 with the French Air and Space Force (FASF), being held from November 16 to 27, 2025, at Mont-de-Marsan Air Base. The IAF contingent arrived in France on November 10. For this year’s edition, the IAF has deployed its Su-30MKI fighter aircraft, supported by a C-17 Globemaster III for airlift during induction and de-induction. The IL-78 air-to-air refuelling tankers are also part of the deploym...

November 9, 2025 5:02 PM

IAF’s thrilling air show dazzles Guwahati skies

The Indian Air Force (IAF) brought the skies of Guwahati alive on Sunday with a spectacular flying display over the Brahmaputra River, marking the ongoing celebrations of its 93rd anniversary. The event, held at Lachit Ghat, drew large crowds as fighter jets, transport aircraft and helicopters performed a stunning aerial spectacle. Assam Governor Lakshman Prasad Acharya was the chief guest, while Chief Minister Dr. Himanta Biswa Sarma, Air Chief Marshal A.P. Singh, Air Officer Commanding-in-Chi...

October 15, 2025 9:31 PM

Indigenous military combat parachute system successfully tested at 32,000 feet altitude

India on Wednesday successfully conducted a high-altitude combat freefall jump from 32,000 feet using the Military Combat Parachute System (MCPS), developed indigenously by the Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO). The test jump, carried out by personnel from the Indian Air Force, marks a significant technological achievement, making the MCPS the only parachute system currently in operational use by the Indian Armed Forces capable of deployment above 25,000 feet. The MCPS has b...

October 8, 2025 12:16 PM

93rd Air Force Day: Operation Sindoor honoured, air power display at Hindon Air Base

The 93rd Indian Air Force (IAF) Day was celebrated with grandeur at Hindon Air Force Station on Wednesday, paying tribute to the valour, discipline, and professionalism of the Air Warriors who safeguard the nation’s skies. This year’s celebrations carried special recognition for Operation Sindoor, a defining chapter in the IAF’s operational history. Chief of Air Staff, Air Chief Marshal A.P. Singh, addressed the Air Warriors, highlighting the operation as a “shining example of what can ...

October 8, 2025 10:45 AM

Epitomises bravery, discipline, precision: PM Modi extends greetings on Air Force Day

India celebrated the 93rd Air Force Day on Wednesday, honouring the courage, discipline, and professionalism of its Air Warriors. Prime Minister Narendra Modi extended his greetings to all Air Force personnel and their families, highlighting their critical role in safeguarding the nation’s skies and providing aid during natural disasters. In a post on X, the Prime Minister said the Indian Air Force epitomises bravery, discipline, and precision, and praised the personnel for their commitment a...

September 26, 2025 1:31 PM

End of an era: IAF bids final goodbye to MiG-21

After nearly six decades of service, the Indian Air Force (IAF) on Friday retired its legendary MiG-21 fighter jet, taking its final sortie in a decommissioning ceremony at Chandigarh Air Force Station in the presence of Defence Minister Rajnath Singh. Inducted in 1963, the MiG-21 became the backbone of India’s air power, training generations of pilots and proving its mettle in multiple conflicts, including the 1965 and 1971 wars, the 1999 Kargil War. The aircraft played a pivotal role in the...

September 26, 2025 11:26 AM

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh to attend MiG-21 decommissioning ceremony in Chandigarh

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh will be in Chandigarh on Friday to attend the Indian Air Force’s (IAF) MiG-21 decommissioning ceremony, marking the retirement of the iconic fighter jet after nearly six decades of service. In a post on X, Singh wrote: “Today, 26th September, I shall be in Chandigarh. Shall attend the Decommissioning ceremony of IAF’s MiG-21. Looking forward to it.” Inducted in 1963, the MiG-21 has been a cornerstone of India’s air power. The first squadron, 28 Squadron...

September 9, 2025 3:21 PM

Indian Armed Forces contingent leaves for multilateral exercise ZAPAD 2025 in Russia

An Indian Armed Forces contingent on Tuesday departed for Russia to take part in the multilateral joint military exercise ZAPAD 2025. The exercise will be held at the Mulino Training Ground in Nizhniy from September 10 to 16. The Indian contingent consists of 65 personnel, including 57 from the Army, seven from the Air Force and one from the Navy. The Army team is led by a battalion of the KUMAON Regiment, supported by troops from other arms and services. Exercise ZAPAD 2025 is designe...

September 6, 2025 1:23 PM

IAF conducts airdrop mission in J&K’s Udhampur; rescues 540 people in Himachal

Western Air Command of the Indian Air Force (IAF) carried out a major humanitarian operation in landslide-affected regions of Jammu & Kashmir (J&K) and Himachal Pradesh, providing life-saving aid and rescuing hundreds stranded by relentless rains and floods. “In landslide-affected region of Udhampur, @IAF_MCC carried out a daring mission airdropping 5.9 tonnes of life-saving food supplies. Hundreds of families trapped by relentless landslides found hope from above,” Western Air Co...