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Topic: IAF aircraft

Did we lose aircraft? Should we admit it? When? Answering questions raised by CDS’ admission

In a war, you count your wins by counting missions that were successful and not by counting damaged assets.

‘Damaging morale of armed forces,’ BJP’s Gaurav Bhatia attacks Rahul Gandhi over ‘aircraft loss’ remark

Gandhi had earlier questioned EAM Jaishankar's silence over the number of IAF aircraft lost during Op Sindoor and said that the nation 'deserves the truth'.

In wake of Jamnagar crash, a look at chequered legacy of IAF’s SEPECAT Jaguar

For over 4 decades, the low-flying fighter bomber has been a key element of IAF's capabilities. But engine shortcomings, outdated systems & a series of crashes have marred its legacy.

IAF aircraft carrying mortals remains of 45 Indians who died in Kuwait fire takes off for Kochi

The tragic fire incident took place Wednesday in Kuwait's Mangaf. Kuwaiti authorities are investigating the cause of fire and provide support to affected families.

IAF’s Rs 3 lakh crore Made-in-India shopping list— 97 fighter jets, 156 LCHs, Sukhoi upgrades

The IAF will sign contracts to procure indigenous jets, helicopters, and new-generation weapon systems over the next year and a half, Air Chief Marshal V.R. Chaudhari said Tuesday.

IAF’s apache attack helicopter makes emergency landing near MP’s Bhind, no casualty

An IAF spokesperson in Delhi said that the incident took place at around 8.45am and the aircraft was on a normal routine training mission.

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US military intervention in Venezuela — the 3 lessons to remember

The US military operation in Venezuela raises global concern. Experts say that Trump’s action could weaken global legal standards and fuel geopolitical instability.

Trump threatens India with fresh tariffs on Russian oil, calls PM Modi a ‘good guy’

The latest comment comes as New Delhi and Washington have yet to sign a trade agreement. India’s purchase of Russian oil has reduced, but Moscow remains top source for crude.

Greece looking at TATA’s WhAP infantry combat vehicle for army procurement

If deal goes through, Greece will be 2nd foreign country to procure vehicle. Morocco was first; TATA Group has set up manufacturing unit there with minimum 30 percent indigenous content.

A year-end Mea Culpa in National Interest—The Army-Islam combo doesn’t kill democracy

Many of you might think I got something so wrong in National Interest pieces written this year. I might disagree! But some deserve a Mea Culpa. I’d deal with the most recent this week.