After 62 years of service, the MiG-21 has finally taken its last flight in the Indian Air Force. Once called the backbone of India’s air defence, this jet was fast, fierce, and battle-tested. But over time, frequent accidents and ageing systems caught up. On September 26, the IAF formally retired its last MiG-21 squadrons. So, what comes next? Take a closer look at India’s post-MiG-21 era.

After 62 years of service, the MiG-21 has finally taken its last flight in the Indian Air Force. Once called the backbone of India's air defence, this jet was fast, fierce, and battle-tested.

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Simone Tata, the stepmother of the late Ratan Tata, was 95.
Simone Tata was associated both with business ventures and philanthropic activities, a statement said.
"She will always be remembered for her contribution to the growth of Lakm as India's leading cosmetic brand and laying the foundation for fashion retail with the Westside chain," the statement added.
The Switzerland-born Simone also guided the work of many philanthropic organisations, including the Sir Ratan Tata Institute, it said.
A positive outlook and a deep resolve helped Simone overcome many challenges in her life, it said.
Last respects to Simone can be paid on Saturday morning at the Cathedral of the Holy Name Church in Colaba, followed by a mass at 11 am, the statement said.

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In its pre-Budget recommendations to the government, NATHEALTH said it outlined a roadmap to strengthen healthcare delivery, foster innovation, and expand insurance and preventive coverage.
The recommendations call for a balanced mix of fiscal support, structural reforms, and public-private collaboration to build a robust, future-ready health system, it said in a statement.
In its recommendations, NATHEALTH asked the sector to be declared 'core infrastructure' and create a healthcare infrastructure fund of Rs 50,000 crore, saying currently there is limited access to long-term, lower-cost capital for hospitals and diagnostic networks.
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Explained: India's plans after MiG-21 retirement

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