The Indian Air Force is acquiring nine decommissioned Jaguar aircraft from the UK to source spare parts and sustain its ageing Jaguar fleet. The move aims to keep six operational squadrons combat-ready until next-generation fighters enter service.

India secures nine decommissioned UK Jaguars to keep strike squadrons operational

From piloting fighter aircraft and managing transport missions to taking up roles in helicopter units, flight testing, command appointments, and instructional duties, women aviators have consistently expanded their presence in areas traditionally dominated by men.

Who is Sqn Ldr Saanya? Officer who became IAF's 1st woman Cat-A qualified flying instructor

On the anniversary of Operation Sindoor, the Indian Air Force has stated that over 100 Pakistani soldiers and around 100 terrorists were killed during the operation. The statement highlights the scale and intensity of the cross-border military action, which targeted militant infrastructure and hostile positions. The operation is being recalled as a major counter-terror response by India, marking a significant moment in regional security developments.


Operation Sindoor Anniversary | IAF: Over 100 Pak Soldiers & Around 100 Terrorists Killed

The operation focused on facilities long identified by Indian intelligence as key nodes for Lashkar-e-Taiba (LeT), Jaish-e-Mohammed (JeM) and Hizbul Mujahideen (HM). Among the primary targets was the Sawai Nala camp, also known as Bait-ul-Mujahideen.

Jaish and Lashkar yet to recover from Indian strikes under Operation Sindoor, Indian govt assessment

On the first anniversary of Operation Sindoor, the Indian Air Force has released a special commemorative video highlighting the mission, its strategic significance, and the strength of India’s air power. The video showcases key moments, operational readiness, and the armed forces’ capabilities, marking a year since the landmark operation. Stay tuned for more defence updates and exclusive coverage.

Indian Air Force Marks Operation Sindoor’s First Anniversary with Special Video

The Indian Air Force and local teams rescued two paragliders after a crash in Himachal Pradesh’s Kangra. One was injured, while the other was stuck in a tree. A helicopter evacuated both from the remote Dhauladhar region.

IAF rescues two paragliders stranded after crash landing in remote mountains of Himachal Pradesh | VIDEO

The Indian Air Force conducted emergency landing drills on an expressway in India to test its ability to operate from alternative runways during wartime or national emergencies. Fighter jets successfully carried out take-off and landing operations on the highway stretch, showcasing enhanced operational readiness and rapid deployment capability.

Indian Air Force Tests Emergency Landing Ops on Expressway 

The Indian Air Force will set up a domestic MRO facility for GE F404 engines powering Tejas jets, reducing reliance on overseas repairs and boosting fleet readiness amid delays and a fighter squadron shortfall.

Tejas jet engine repairs to be done in India at IAF facility

The Indian Air Force is upgrading its MiG-29 fleet with the MBDA ASRAAM, a Mach 3+ air-to-air missile. Featuring an advanced infrared seeker and lock-on after launch capability, it transforms legacy jets into highly lethal dogfighters.

‘Massive kill zone’: What makes the ASRAAM missile almost impossible to outrun in a dogfight?

Bhadauria dismissed the significance of timing as secondary, stating, “Whether it could be a little early or a little later, it doesn’t really matter…it was done quite okay.”

'The proof is there to see,' says former IAF Chief RKS Bhadauria on India’s narrative formation in Ops Sindoor at WION World Pulse

IAF Sukhoi Su-30 goes missing from radar in Assam during training mission, crashes

The Indian Air Force has for the first time showcased its Sudarshan S-400 long-range air defence missile system, claiming the longest-ever recorded kill in military history. The interception was achieved during Operation Sindoor, highlighting India’s advanced air defence capabilities, precision targeting, and strategic preparedness. This demonstration underscores the IAF’s commitment to modernisation and safeguarding national security with cutting-edge technology.

IAF Showcases S-400, Claims Longest Ever Kill 

IAF Chinook Airlifts Excavator from 8,000 Ft in Dibang Sector

IAF Conducts Joint Air Exercise with Royal Thai Air Force

The Indian Air Force deployed Mi-17V5 helicopters to battle a massive forest fire in Arunachal Pradesh’s Anjaw district, dropping 12,000 litres of water to prevent the flames from reaching nearby villages.

IAF Battles Arunachal Forest Fire, Drops 12,000 Litres to Save Villages

The Indian Air Force deployed Mi-17V5 helicopters to combat raging forest fires in Arunachal Pradesh’s Lohit Valley, dropping 12,000 litres of water in a high-altitude aerial firefighting operation.

 IAF Drops 12,000 Litres to Fight Lohit Valley Fires 

The LCH is the first indigenous multi-role combat helicopter for the Indian Air Force and Indian Army, and the cockpit systems of the helicopter plays a central role in delivering modern battlefield performance.

How HAL’s LCH Prachand glass cockpit works: Flight controls, targeting displays and survivability systems

The helicopter was designed with maximum commonality with the Advanced Light Helicopter (ALH), and it features a narrow fuselage with the pilot and co-pilot or gunner seated in tandem.

LCH Prachand: 6 core features of India’s indigenous attack helicopter

Facility to maintain C-130J military aircraft to come up in Bengaluru

The Indian Air Force mourns the loss of Wing Commander Namansh Syal, a brave and dedicated pilot who tragically died in a Tejas fighter jet crash at the Dubai Air Show. His courage and commitment to duty have left a lasting legacy honoured by the nation and international community.


Pilot Namansh Syal Died at the Tragic Crash at the Dubai Air Show

The 34-year-old was performing a low altitude aerobatic manoeuvre when the indigenous aircraft went down in the afternoon.

Who was Wing Commander Namansh Syal? Indian Air Force pilot killed in Dubai Tejas crash

The missiles, developed by the European defence consortium MBDA, are intended to strengthen India’s Rafale fleet and ensure unmatched aerial dominance in future engagements.

What is the Meteor missile that India plans to acquire for Rafale fighter jets after Operation Sindoor's success?

This advancement ensures that India’s next-generation indigenous fighter will not only be more capable in combat but also far more resilient in the face of system failures.

How Tejas Mk2’s auxiliary computer could make it India’s smartest fighter jet yet

India’s DRDO is set to extend the range of its Astra Mark 2 air-to-air missile to over 200 km, a major boost for the Indian Air Force. Here's all you need to know.

IAF pilots may soon engage enemies before they even see them — DRDO to extend Astra Mark 2 missile's range to 200 km

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India secures nine decommissioned UK Jaguars to keep strike squadrons operational

Sqn Ldr Saanya becomes IAF's 1st woman Cat-A flying instructor: Who is she?

Operation Sindoor Anniversary | IAF: Over 100 Pak Soldiers & Around 100 Terrorists Killed

Jaish & Lashkar yet to recover from Indian strikes under Operation Sindoor

Indian Air Force Marks Operation Sindoor’s First Anniversary with Special Video

IAF rescues two paragliders stranded in remote mountains of HP | VIDEO

Indian Air Force Tests Emergency Landing Ops on Expressway

Tejas jet engine repairs to be done in India at IAF facility

What makes the ASRAAM missile almost impossible to outrun in a dogfight?

'The proof is there': Former IAF Chief says on Ops Sindoor at WION World Pulse

IAF Sukhoi Su-30 goes missing from radar during training mission, crashes

IAF Showcases S-400, Claims Longest Ever Kill

IAF Chinook Airlifts Excavator from 8,000 Ft in Dibang Sector

IAF Conducts Joint Air Exercise with Royal Thai Air Force

IAF Battles Arunachal Forest Fire, Drops 12,000 Litres to Save Villages

IAF Drops 12,000 Litres to Fight Lohit Valley Fires

How HAL’s LCH Prachand’s glass cockpit works

LCH Prachand: 6 core features of India’s indigenous attack helicopter

Facility to maintain C-130J military aircraft to come up in Bengaluru

Pilot Namansh Syal Died at the Tragic Crash at the Dubai Air Show

Who was Wing Commander Namansh Syal? IAF pilot killed in Dubai Tejas crash

What is the Meteor air-to-air missile India plans to acquire for Rafale jets?

How Tejas Mk2’s auxiliary computer could make it India’s smartest fighter yet

Indian skies just got deadlier: Astra Mark 2 missiles to hit targets 200 km away