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India can save billions of dollars as US to retire Global Hawk drones

To save money for buying cutting-edge warfighting weapons, the USAF has reportedly proposed to the Pentagon to scrap two-thirds of its fleet of about 35 Global Hawk drones

India can save billions of dollars as US to retire Global Hawk drones
Updated On : 26 Nov 2019 | 2:07 AM IST

Three Rafale fighter jets handed over to IAF so far: MoS Defence Naik

This comes after the SC on November 14 dismissed the review petitions challenging its verdict in the Rafale case

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Updated On : 20 Nov 2019 | 10:54 PM IST

What role for a tri-service chief?

The value of the Chief of Defence Staff will depend on whether he is able to trigger reform of higher defence management structures

What role for a tri-service chief?
Updated On : 20 Nov 2019 | 7:05 PM IST

IAF fleet to rise to 2,000; opportunities in repair to grow: Official

There will be a huge requirement of aircraft in the next 10 to 20 years in military aviation of the country, said Air Marshall R K S Shera, Air Officer Maintenance of the IAF

IAF fleet to rise to 2,000; opportunities in repair to grow: Official
Updated On : 15 Nov 2019 | 9:38 PM IST

Bhadauria backs indigenisation, is first IAF chief to fly an HAL prototype

For a prototype trainer aircraft, the "six-spin" test is considered the most conclusive landmark that signals the aircraft is ready to go into operational service

Bhadauria backs indigenisation, is first IAF chief to fly an HAL prototype
Updated On : 15 Nov 2019 | 1:29 AM IST

Chinese air force's long march

The PLA has clearly spelt out its aggressive military doctrine. India must be ready to meet this threat

Chinese air force's long march
Updated On : 13 Nov 2019 | 10:58 PM IST

IAF chief Bhadauria to fly sortie in HAL's 'Made in India' HTT-40 aircraft

The IAF chief has been associated with the indigenous trainer aircraft project for a long period now as he had assured full support to it since he was the deputy chief of air staff.

IAF chief Bhadauria to fly sortie in HAL's 'Made in India' HTT-40 aircraft
Updated On : 13 Nov 2019 | 9:49 PM IST

IAF releases multiplayer version of 'Indian Air Force - A Cut Above' game

The game, available for Android and iOS, is a combat simulator which lets the players choose from an array of fighter aircraft, including Tejas, Rafale Mirage-2000, Su-30 among others.

IAF releases multiplayer version of 'Indian Air Force - A Cut Above' game
Updated On : 08 Nov 2019 | 10:31 PM IST

Suresh to take over as AOC-in-C of Western Air Command on November 1

Suresh,who was the heading the SAC in Thiruvananthapuram, handed over charge on October 30

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Updated On : 01 Nov 2019 | 12:44 PM IST

India to close procurement deal with US for 24 Seahawks in November

Pact is crucial as Seahawks replace retiring Sea King helicopters

India to close procurement deal with US for 24 Seahawks in November
Updated On : 23 Oct 2019 | 11:52 PM IST

Indian Air Force Group X,Y Phase I result out; Phase II admit card released

Results for Indian Air Force Group X, Y Phase I exam has been declared on airmenselection,cdac.in; know how to download Phase II admit card

Indian Air Force Group X,Y Phase I result out; Phase II admit card released
Updated On : 17 Oct 2019 | 7:59 AM IST

We are vigilant, fully prepared to deal with any contingency: IAF chief

The IAF chief also said induction of Rafale aircraft into the force will enhance combat capabilities of IAF over India's adversaries

We are vigilant, fully prepared to deal with any contingency: IAF chief
Updated On : 08 Oct 2019 | 7:25 PM IST

In pics: India gets first Rafale fighter jet

French planespotter JP Dewam has photographed the Rafale fighter jet that was handed over to the Indian Air Force a few days ago

In pics: India gets first Rafale fighter jet
Updated On : 08 Oct 2019 | 7:21 PM IST

IAF chief Dhanoa 'resurrects' his former squadron to receive the Rafale

On Tuesday, at a solemn ceremony in Ambala, Dhanoa formally "resurrected" Number 17 Squadron, also known as the "Golden Arrows", which was retired from the active list five years ago

IAF chief Dhanoa 'resurrects' his former squadron to receive the Rafale
Updated On : 08 Oct 2019 | 6:33 PM IST

Major shift in govt's way of handling terror attacks: IAF chief on Balakot

IAF jets struck at a JeM camp in Pakistan's Balakot on February 26 earlier this year, days after a terror attack on CRPF convoy in Jammu Kashmir's Pulwama

Major shift in govt's way of handling terror attacks: IAF chief on Balakot
Updated On : 08 Oct 2019 | 10:58 AM IST

87th Air Force Day: PM thanks 'air warriors' for their service to India

IAF continues to serve India with utmost dedication, excellence: PM on 87th Air Force Day

87th Air Force Day: PM thanks 'air warriors' for their service to India
Updated On : 08 Oct 2019 | 10:28 AM IST

In pictures: IAF prepares to conquer the sky on Air Force Day 2019

The IAF will celebrate the Air Force Day on October 8. Here is a look at some of the pictures from the dress rehearsal held on October 6

In pictures: IAF prepares to conquer the sky on Air Force Day 2019
Updated On : 07 Oct 2019 | 2:03 PM IST

Shooting down our own helicopter in Kashmir in Feb a big mistake: IAF chief

A surface-to-air missile of the Indian Air Force brought down the Mi-17 aircraft in Kashmir's Budgam on the morning of February 27

Shooting down our own helicopter in Kashmir in Feb a big mistake: IAF chief
Updated On : 05 Oct 2019 | 2:55 AM IST

Air Force chief outlines plan to solve shortage of fighter squadrons

There is already concern that the IAF is down to just 30 fighter squadrons, against the assessed requirement of 42 squadrons

Air Force chief outlines plan to solve shortage of fighter squadrons
Updated On : 05 Oct 2019 | 2:49 AM IST

AFCAT Admit Card 2019: IAF to release hall ticket today on afcat.cdac.in

The IAF will conduct AFCAT exam 2019 on August 24 and 25, 2019

AFCAT Admit Card 2019: IAF to release hall ticket today on afcat.cdac.in
Updated On : 25 Sep 2019 | 10:27 AM IST