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Topic: IAF

Mechanical failure could be behind Mirage 2000 accident, death of 2 pilots

While IAF has ordered a probe, there are indications that the aircraft did not take off, forcing pilots to eject. The black box holds key to investigation.

IAF Jaguar jet crashes in UP’s Kushinagar district

The IAF pilot safely ejected from the aircraft, which had taken off on a routine mission from the Gorakhpur Air Force Station, before it crashed.

CBI’s ICICI Bank FIR could hurt lending & Indian economy

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Even after Rafale and other inductions, IAF will have only half of 42-squadron target by 2042

Indian Air Force hit by ageing fleet, low serviceability & slow pace of upgradation by HAL. IAF fears it could end up with just 19 squadrons by 2042.

Jatropha plant fuel from Chhattisgarh to power Indian military aircraft

The indigenously produced bio-fuel, which has been approved for military use, will now power IAF's AN-32 aircraft during Republic Day flypast.

IAF fighter jets to get superior shelters to protect them from Chinese bombs

The Modi government has allocated Rs 5,500 crore to build the Next Generation Hardened Aircraft Shelters (NGHAS) on India's northern borders. New Delhi: The air...

Despite Modi’s promise, one more year passes without IAF getting its fighter jets

IAF will be down to just 29 squadrons by March, against sanctioned 42. Rafale controversy is being blamed for slowing down acquisition process.

ISRO to launch advanced GSAT-7A satellite for IAF and Army today

The GSAT-7A satellite can detect flying military aircraft and distinguish between friendly and hostile aircraft as well.

‘Romeo’ is just the first of hundreds of helicopters Indian military desperately needs

The Indian military’s current fleet of choppers is ageing and inadequate. It’s estimated that over the next 10 years, India needs more than 1,000 helicopters.

Crucial role IAF played in early days of 1947-48 Pakistan war

Exploits of a few daring pilots of the IAF have largely gone unrecognised in the 1947-48 war.

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US bullying spurred Green Revolution. Let tariffs give us a Business Revolution

Perhaps the present crisis and trauma can force our country into something resembling that special moment we found in the sixties. Perhaps we can radically alter our business environment.

How mining, manufacturing & power sectors weighed on India’s industrial output since January 2024

India’s industrial output growth saw a 10-month low in June, with Index of Industrial Production (IIP) growing by mere 1.5% as against 1.9% in May 2025.

India expands Southeast Asia defence footprint with new joint venture in Philippines

Memorandum of understanding between SMPP and ADFC was signed during state visit of Philippines’ President to India earlier this month.

Modi’s ready to risk it all for farmers. Farm reform can answer Trump with new Green Revolution

Standing up to America is usually not a personal risk for a leader in India. Any suggestions of foreign pressure unites India behind who they see as leading them in that fight.