Indian Air Force (IAF)

IAF Chief Raises Alarm Over Escalating Militarisation by China, Pakistan, Warns of Falling Behind if Delays in Indigenous Programmes Persist

New Delhi: Speaking at the 21st Subroto Mukherjee Seminar in New Delhi on January 7, Air Chief Marshal AP Singh expressed concerns regarding the escalating militarisation by neighbouring countries China and Pakistan and India’s...

IAF Faces Critical Challenges of Combat Pilot Shortages, Outdated Training Infrastructure: CAG

New Delhi: The Comptroller and Auditor General of India (CAG) has found that the Indian Air Force (IAF) faces critical challenges of pilot shortages and outdated training infrastructure. This performance audit, covering the years...

Significant Upgrade: IAF’s Sukhoi -30MKI to Integrate Indigenous EW Suite

New Delhi: The Indian Air Force's (IAF) Sukhoi (Su-30MKI) is set to undergo significant upgrades, particularly with the introduction of an indigenous electronic warfare (EW) suite named Yodha and Anidra. The Defence Acquisition Council...

Shaped by ADE Scientists, India’s Unmanned Combat Aerial Vehicle Project Making Significant Strides

New Delhi: Scientists at the Aeronautical Development Establishment (ADE), a key laboratory under India's Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO), are making significant strides in developing the country's Remotely Piloted Strike Aircraft (RPSA), commonly...

Enhancing Defence Cooperation: Delhi, Riyadh Explore Joint Ventures in Defence Production

New Delhi: India and Saudi Arabia are enhancing defence cooperation with a focus on joint ventures and industrial collaboration to localise defence production. It was reflected in the statement of the Indian envoy in...

Delivery of New Sukhoi-30 MKI Fighter Jets to Start in April 2027, HAL Reactivating its Production Line

New Delhi: Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL) is set to begin deliveries of new Sukhoi Su-30MKI fighter jets to the Indian Air Force (IAF) starting in April 2027. This announcement follows the signing of a...

GTRE to do Extensive Tests on Titanium Alloys, Nickel-Based Superalloys

New Delhi: India's Gas Turbine Research Establishment (GTRE) is set to conduct extensive tests on various materials for aero engines, focusing on titanium alloys, nickel-based superalloys, and steels. This initiative is part of GTRE's...

‘Super Sukhois’ to be Equipped with Next-Gen Tech, Arsenal in Two Phases

New Delhi: Significant advances have been achieved this year in the Indian Air Force's (IAF) Sukhoi Su-30MKI arsenal, particularly through the ongoing Super Sukhoi upgrade program. This initiative aims to modernise 84 Sukhoi Su-30MKI...

Aircraft Refueling: Indian Air Force Implements Innovative Virtual Reality-Based System, Aims to Train Agniveers

New Delhi: The Indian Air Force (IAF) has recently implemented an innovative virtual reality (VR) training system designed to enhance the skills of its personnel in aircraft refueling operations. Developed in collaboration with Chitkara...

Production Lines for Tejas Mk-1A and HTT-40 Trainer Aircraft Complete, Expected Roll-Out by March 2025

New Delhi: Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL) has announced significant advancements in its aircraft production capabilities at its Nashik facility. The production lines for the Tejas Mk-1A fighter jets and HTT-40 trainer aircraft have been...

Significant Leap: IIT Kanpur Unveils Revolutionary Anālakṣhya MSCS

New Delhi: The Indian Institute of Technology Kanpur (IITK) has made a significant leap forward in stealth technology with the unveiling of its revolutionary Metamaterial Surface Cloaking System (Anālakṣhya MSCS). This cutting-edge innovation is...

Air Force Commanders’ Conference: Defence Minister Expresses Confidence in IAF’s Ability to Adapt to Evolving Challenges

New Delhi: Commending the Indian Air Force for its dedication and professionalism in safeguarding the nation’s sovereignty, Defence Minister Rajnath Singh expressed confidence in the IAF’s ability to adapt to evolving challenges. He  exhorted Commanders...

Enhancing Strike Capabilities: Will IAF Opt for Russia’s Tu-160M Nuclear Bomber? 

New Delhi: The potential acquisition of Russia's Tu-160M nuclear bomber by India could significantly enhance the Indian Air Force's (IAF) striking capabilities, particularly in terms of long-range and strategic deterrence. The Tupolev Tu-160M, also known...
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