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India Achieves Milestone in Defence Technology with Successful Fighter Jet Escape System Test
Dec 03, 2025 02:44 am CST
India joins an elite group of nations after DRDO successfully tests a high-speed rocket-sledge fighter aircraft escape system at 800 km/h, validating critical safety parameters. This achievement marks a significant step towards self-reliance in advanced defence technologies, accomplished through collaboration between DRDO, IAF, Aeronautical Development Agency, and HAL.
Indian Air Force Celebrates 93rd Anniversary with Spectacular Flypast of Tejas and Rafale Jets Over Brahmaputra River
Nov 10, 2025 01:24 am CST
The Indian Air Force celebrated its 93rd anniversary with a breathtaking aerial display featuring 58 aircraft including Tejas and Rafale jets over the Brahmaputra River in Guwahati. The spectacle showcased approximately 25 formations by fighter and transport aircraft, demonstrating India's growing air power capabilities. The event was attended by Assam's Governor, Chief Minister, and IAF Chief Air Marshal A.P. Singh, highlighting the force's evolution into the world's fourth-largest air force.
President Droupadi Murmu Makes History with Unforgettable Rafale Fighter Jet Flight
Oct 30, 2025 12:58 am CST
President Droupadi Murmu became the first Indian President to fly in two different IAF fighter jets after completing a 30-minute sortie in a Rafale. She described the experience as "unforgettable" and expressed renewed pride in India's defense capabilities. The historic flight covered 200 kilometers, with the President accompanied by senior IAF officials at Ambala Air Force Station.
MiG-21 Fighter Jets Retirement: What Happens Next to IAF's Legendary Aircraft?
Sep 26, 2025 04:23 pm CST
The Indian Air Force has officially retired its legendary MiG-21 fighter jets after six decades of service. These Russian-origin aircraft, which brought the IAF into the jet age in the 1960s, may find new homes in museums worldwide or potentially continue limited operations in a ceremonial vintage squadron, while the indigenous LCA Tejas steps up as their successor.
Indian Astronaut Shubhanshu Shukla Reflects on MiG-21 Legacy as Iconic Fighter Jet Retires After 60 Years
Sep 26, 2025 03:20 pm CST
After nearly six decades of service, the iconic MiG-21 fighter jet has been retired from the Indian Air Force. Astronaut Shubhanshu Shukla, who flew the aircraft between 2007-2017, shared his emotional connection to the legendary jet during its farewell ceremony at Chandigarh air base, where Defence Minister Rajnath Singh and military leaders gathered to honor the aircraft that shaped India's military aviation history.