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    • GE Aerospace, HAL finalise technical talks on F414 engines; contract likely this year

      The next phase will involve commercial negotiations between GE and HAL, which could take time given the recent increase in global component costs, the report said

    • IAF's stealth drone push to unlock Rs 39,000 crore opportunity for domestic industry

      The initiative aligns with the government's broader push to reduce reliance on imports, with the RPSA expected to feature over 80% indigenous content

    • S-400, Dhanush guns: Centre approves Rs 2.38 lakh crore proposals in mega defence push

      The latest approvals come amid a record year for defence procurement, with AoNs worth Rs 6.73 lakh crore granted for 55 proposals in FY26 so far

    • IAF Agniveervayu 01/2027 admit card out; download hall ticket now, direct link here

      IAF Agniveervayu 01/2027 admit card released for exams on March 30 and 31. Candidates must check key details carefully, as one small oversight could affect entry on exam day.

    • IAF Agniveervayu City Slip 2026 out for Phase I; check allotted exam city, direct link here

      Indian Air Force releases Agniveer 2026 city slips for Phase I CBT exams. Key details, strict entry rules, and upcoming admit cards matter, but one crucial step could affect candidates’ preparation plans.

    • IAF drops S-400 Sudarshan intercept video, calls it longest ever kill recorded in military history | WATCH

      IAF releases video of S-400 Sudarshan intercept, references Operation Sindoor and highlights system capability before Vayu Shakti-2026.

    • Indian Air Force in 1962: Why India chose not to use air power

      The Indian Air Force flew hard in transport and support roles, but New Delhi held back from offensive strikes. The reasons were a mix of fear, flawed assumptions, and political caution.

    • Sweden's defence firm SAAB says Gripen fighter jet has place in IAF

      At the core of Saab’s India proposition is to deliver aircraft quickly – as soon as the third year from contract.

    • 114 Rafale fighter jet mega deal to be discussed by Defence Ministry next week: Report

      If the deal goes through, the Indian Air Force’s Rafale fleet would rise to 150 aircraft, in addition to 26 Rafale jets for the Indian Navy, which will operate a carrier-compatible version of the fighter.

    • Republic Day parade fires clear warning to Pakistan as BrahMos, S-400 dominate Kartavya Path

      Missiles, drones and other air defence systems deployed during the four-day conflict were also featured in the parade.

    • Amid geopolitical upheaval, IAF chief's stark warning with a Venezuela, Iran example

      Amid geopolitical upheaval, IAF chief's stark warning with a Venezuela, Iran example

    • Operation Cactus, 1988: The Indian Air Force airlift that saved Malé before sunrise

      A late-night SOS from President Gayoom triggered a nine-hour IAF dash and a swift PARA assault that is still studied as a model for regional crisis response

    • Rafale deal may shift manufacturing to India, 80% jets to be locally built

      In the current strategic context, the Rafale has been assessed as the most suitable aircraft to meet the Indian Air Force’s fighter requirements

    • Agni 5, BrahMos deals, 'Desi' Iron Dome & Op Sindoor: Inside India's high-impact defence year

      At a time when the world was witnessing multiple conflicts-from Ukraine to Gaza - India resolved a major geopolitical tension in its own neighbourhood and did so with an iron hand.

    • DAC clears proposals worth Rs 79,000 crore for Army, Navy and Air Force

      Defence acquisition council has cleared proposals to buy radars, radios, automatic take-off landing recording systems and other equipment for its armed forces

    • 'Pak's unconditional surrender': On Vijay Diwas, IAF posts rare footage from 1971 war that altered Pakistan's map

      The Indian Air Force tweeted recalling the historic moment, highlighting how the armed forces’ swift and decisive action during the 13-day war reshaped history and geography

    • Meet Squadron Leader Shivangi Singh, first woman Rafale pilot now set to train future crew

      Shivangi Singh moved to the Rafale fleet in Ambala in 2020, becoming the only woman pilot trained on the platform during her induction phase.

    • Leading with Su-30 and Jaguar, India to conduct joint air drill with UAE, France today

      For the exercise, India has issued a Notam (notice to airmen) for the exercise area, located around 200 nautical miles from Pakistan's Karachi on December 10-11.

    • When Indian fighter jets bombed Karachi: Indian Air Force revisits 1971 blitz that crushed Pakistan's early offensive

      The attacks cratered runways, destroyed vital installations, and quickly neutralised Pakistan's early advantage

    • Committed to final assembly line for Rafale engines, components in India if there are more fighter jet orders: Safran

      Safran CEO Olivier Andries said the company will significantly increase spending in India

    • Su-57 for India: How Russia's F-35 rival can be a gamechanger for Indian Air Force

      While the US may want India to buy the F-35, the Russian offer raises the stakes. Moscow has stated that "unrestricted technology transfer" of its Su-57 fifth-generation stealth fighter is on the table, along with the hardware.

    • Indian Army, IAF to induct 16 indigenous drone detection, interception systems; with capability to hit enemy UAVs with laser at 2 Kms

      The Defence Ministry is likely to clear the DRDO's Integrated Drone Detection and Interdiction System (Mark 2), which has the capability of hitting enemy drones with laser beams at 2 kms

    • IAF trainer aircraft crashes near Chennai, pilot ejects safely

      "An Indian Air Force aircraft 'Pilatus PC-7', which was on a routine training mission, crashed near Tambaram in Chennai on November 14. The pilot ejected safely," an official release said.

    • Swarm power: IAF plans 800 drone munition systems for long-range precision strikes, says report

      Each system would deploy a swarm of at least 20 drones that can be launched in quick succession, loiter over a designated area more than 350 km away for at least 30 minutes

    • Israel’s IAI poised to secure Rs 8,000 crore IAF mid-air refuellers deal: Report

      The competition, which began a few years ago, saw participation from Russian and European firms. However, IAI remained the only contender meeting all requirements, including the mandate for 30 per cent indigenous content on second-hand aircraft, the report added.

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