Indian Air Force

Air warfare branch of India's military

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The Indian Air Force (IAF) is the air arm of the Indian Armed Forces. Its complement of personnel and aircraft assets ranks fourth amongst the air forces of the world. Its primary mission is to secure Indian airspace and to conduct aerial warfare during armed conflict. It was officially established on 8 October 1932 as an auxiliary air force of the British Empire which honoured India's aviation service during World War II with the prefix Royal. After India gained independence from the United Kingdom in 1947, the name Royal Indian Air Force was kept and served in the name of Dominion of India. With the government's transition to a Republic in 1950, the prefix Royal was removed.

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Watch: India successfully test-fires land-attack version of BrahMos missile India successfully test fired a land attack version of BrahMos supersonic missile. The supersonic cruise missile was test-fired on November 24 at Andaman and Nicobar Islands. It hit its target, which.. Credit: HT Digital Content Duration: 01:26Published 6 hours ago

Watch: IAF chief Bhadauria takes sortie in indigenous Light Combat Helicopter IAF Chief RKS Bhadauria undertook his maiden flight in indigenous Light Combat Helicopter. The sortie in HAL designed and developed LCH took place in Bengaluru. The aircraft took to the skies at 11.45.. Credit: HT Digital Content Duration: 01:42Published 6 days ago

Watch: IAF Chief flies indigenous Light Combat Helicopter Indian Air Force (IAF) Chief, Rakesh Kumar Singh Bhadauria took a sortie in indigenous Light Combat Helicopter (LCH) in Bengaluru on November 20. The sortie lasted for 45 minutes. LCH is planned to be.. Credit: ANI Duration: 01:18Published 6 days ago

Passing out parade held at National Defence Academy in Pune National Defence Academy held passing out parade for 217 cadets of 139th course in Pune. Indian Air Force (IAF) Chief, Air Chief Marshal RKS Bhadauria attended the passing out parade. Credit: ANI Duration: 02:41Published 3 weeks ago

Watch: 2nd batch of 3 IAF Rafale aircrafts arrive in India from France The second batch of IAF’s Rafale jets arrived in India on Wednesday. The fighter jets landed in India from France at around 8.14 pm. The second batch of three Rafale jets landed in Jamnagar, Gujarat... Credit: HT Digital Content Duration: 01:18Published 3 weeks ago

Indian military can strike to put pressure not to secure release: Former IAF Chief Retired Air Chief Marshal BS Dhanoa reacted over release of Indian Air Force pilot Abhinandan Varthaman and said that we were in position to wipe out their forward brigades and they know our.. Credit: ANI Duration: 02:07Published on October 29, 2020

Rajnath Singh meets US Secretary of Defence Mark Esper US delegation led by US Secretary of Defence, Mark Esper, met Indian delegation led by Defence Minister Rajnath Singh in Delhi on October 26. Chief of Defence Staff General Bipin Rawat, Army Chief.. Credit: ANI Duration: 01:08Published on October 26, 2020

EVMs to be used for 1st time in Leh council polls Political campaigning and rallies have been ended ahead of the Leh Autonomous Hill Development Council (LAHDC) election scheduled to take place on October 22 in which people of the region are going to.. Credit: ANI Duration: 02:54Published on October 21, 2020

Watch: Indian Navy successfully test-fires BrahMos supersonic cruise missile Indian Navy successfully test fired BrahMos supersonic cruise missile on October 18. It was fired from Indian Navy's indigenously-built stealth destroyer INS Chennai. The missile hit the target.. Credit: HT Digital Content Duration: 01:05Published on October 19, 2020

Watch: Chinook helicopter carries debris of IAF's MI-17 from Kedarnath A Chinook helicopter on Saturday took off the debris of IAF's MI-17 helicopter. The MI-17 helicopter had caught fire following a collision with an iron girder. The incident took place while landing at.. Credit: HT Digital Content Duration: 01:20Published on October 17, 2020

From kickboxing to floor exercises: Kangana Ranaut begins training for Tejas Actor Kangana Ranaut has begun training for her upcoming action dramas - Tejas and Dhakaad. Kangana shared a video and called herself 'Bollywood's first ever legitimate action heroine'. The Queen actor.. Credit: HT Digital Content Duration: 01:58Published on October 16, 2020

Watch: IAF's Chinook helicopter carries out night sortie in Ladakh Indian Air Force's Chinook helicopter carried out night sortie from Leh airbase in Ladakh on October 10. Earlier, IAF’S C-17 Globemaster transport aircraft landed with supplies for the troops. It can.. Credit: HT Digital Content Duration: 01:53Published on October 11, 2020

Watch: IAF's Chinook helicopter carries out night sortie from Leh airbase Indian Air Force's Chinook helicopter carried out night sortie from Leh airbase in Ladakh on October 10. Several sorties were also held earlier on October 10. IAF's C-17 Globemaster transport aircraft.. Credit: ANI Duration: 01:17Published on October 10, 2020

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BrahMos hits target with 'pinpoint precision' in test firing India on Wednesday conducted two more “live operational firings” of the BrahMos supersonic cruise missile in the Andaman and Nicobar archipelago. The land-attack variant of the “deep-strike.. IndiaTimes - Published 21 hours ago
India to carry out multiple 'live tests' of BrahMos missile this week India will undertake multiple operational firings of the BrahMos supersonic cruise missile this week, in yet another hard-nosed display of its precision-strike capabilities amidst the ongoing military.. IndiaTimes - Published 2 days ago
Balakote strike: HC refuses to stay action against IAF officers for role in air accident IndiaTimes - Published 3 weeks ago

Copter downing: Won’t stay IAF action, says HC IndiaTimes - Published 3 weeks ago
IAF's strong posturing during Ladakh standoff helped India ward off any threat from China: Air chief Bhadauria IndiaTimes - Published 3 weeks ago
India conducts major tri-Service exercise in Andaman and Nicobar Islands A special tri-Service combat exercise called “Bull Strike”, with Special Forces and amphibious operations was conducted by the Andaman and Nicobar Command (ANC) over the last three days. The.. IndiaTimes - Published 3 weeks ago

Second batch of Rafale aircraft reaches India, says IAF The second batch of Rafale aircraft arrived in India on Wednesday after flying non-stop from France, the Indian Air Force said. The first batch of five French-origin fighter jet aircraft had arrived in.. IndiaTimes - Published 3 weeks ago
IAF to receive three more Rafale combat aircraft on November 4 The Rafale jets will fly directly from Istres in France to Jamnagar and they will be accompanied by French Air Force mid-air refuelling aircraft. A team of experts led by Assistant Chief of Air Staff.. IndiaTimes - Published 3 weeks ago
Opposition should now apologise for Pulwama remarks: BJP Pakistani minister Fawad Choudhry’s bragging in the National Assembly that the Pulwama attack which killed 40 Indian paramilitary personnel was an “achievement” of PM Imran Khan saw BJP question.. IndiaTimes - Published on October 30, 2020
IAF successfully test-fires BrahMos supersonic cruise missile from Sukhoi-30 jet IndiaTimes - Published on October 30, 2020

India was ready to wipe out Pak's forward brigades: Ex-IAF chief on Abhinandan's return His remarks came after Pakistan MP Ayaz Sadiq said that hat Army chief General Qamar Javed Bajwa was "shaking and perspiring" during a meeting to discuss Abhinandan's capture. DNA - Published on October 30, 2020
Abhinandan's release: Ex-IAF chief on why Pak army chief was 'shaking, sweating' IndiaTimes - Published on October 29, 2020
Indian Air Force gets big Rafale boost, 16 fighter jets to land in India by April Five Rafale jets flew to Ambala airbase via Abu Dhabi on July 29. Three are coming on November 5, three will arrive in January, three in March, and seven more in April, carrying a total of fighter jets.. DNA - Published on October 28, 2020	DRDO lauds Air Force for supporting its weapon trials, anti-COVID-19 measures In the last six months, the Indian Air Force has flown more than 160 hours for supporting the missions of Defence Research and Development Organisation for COVID-19 relief and weapon trials. DNA - Published on October 23, 2020
IAF’s first woman officer dies at 96 IndiaTimes - Published on October 20, 2020	IAF congratulates topper Akanksha Singh for securing AIR 2 in NEET 2020 The Indian Air Force on Sunday congratulated Akanksha Singh who secured AIR 2 in the NEET exam 2020. DNA - Published on October 18, 2020
Chinook helicopter takes off from Kedarnath with debris of IAF's MI-17 helicopter IndiaTimes - Published on October 17, 2020	Boost to Indian Air Force's offensive arsenal: 3-4 Rafale fighter jets to join in November It is to be noted that the first batch of five Rafales had arrived in India on July 28 and were officially inducted on September 10 by the Narendra Modi government. DNA - Published on October 16, 2020
3-4 Rafale fighter jets to join Indian Air Force in November first week IndiaTimes - Published on October 16, 2020	Gunjan Saxena tells Delhi HC never faced institutional or gender bias in IAF IndiaTimes - Published on October 16, 2020
Never faced gender based discrimination in IAF: Former Flt. Lt.Gunjan Saxena to HC IndiaTimes - Published on October 15, 2020	IAF team in France to make preparations to induct more Rafale jets IndiaTimes - Published on October 15, 2020
Well prepared to take on adversaries, say IAF pilots deployed in Ladakh Amid border tensions with China, Indian Air Force (IAF) pilots deployed close to Line of Actual Control say that the force is adequately prepared to deal with any situation and equipped to tackle any.. IndiaTimes - Published on October 10, 2020	DNA Explained: Why ACM AKS Bhadauria said Indian Air Force is ready for two-front war against China, Pakistan The entire world witnessed the Indian Air Force's strength on Indian Air Force Day on 8 October. Meanwhile, Air Force Chief RKS Bhadauria expressed confidence in the indigenous combat system. He also.. DNA - Published on October 9, 2020
IAF demonstrated operational capability along northern border, says IAF chief; commends air warriors for quick response in Ladakh row Talking about security challenges in eastern Ladakh, the Chief of Air Staff commended the air warriors for their "prompt response" in the recent standoff on the northern frontiers and talked about.. IndiaTimes - Published on October 8, 2020	IAF demonstrated its operational capability along northern border: Chief of Air Staff Talking about security challenges in eastern Ladakh, the Chief of Air Staff commended the air warriors for their "prompt response" in the recent standoff on the northern frontiers and talked about.. IndiaTimes - Published on October 8, 2020
Rafale leads 'Vijay' formation, IAF's might on full display at 88th Air Force Day celebrations IndiaTimes - Published on October 8, 2020	IAF displays might on 88th Air Force Day; COAS says ready to safeguard India in all circumstances Air Chief Marshal Rakesh Kumar Singh Bhadauria assured the nation that the Indian Air Force will evolve and be ever ready to safeguard India's sovereignty and interests in all circumstances. DNA - Published on October 8, 2020
IAF will evolve, ready to safeguard India's sovereignty and interests: RKS Bhadauria "I want to assure the nation that the Indian Air Force will evolve and be ever ready to safeguard our nation's sovereignty and interests in all circumstances," said Bhadauria at Hindon airbase. IndiaTimes - Published on October 8, 2020	Indian Air Force commemorates its 88th foundation day: Top developments IndiaTimes - Published on October 8, 2020
Three IAF officers part of Balakot operation honoured with gallantry award IndiaTimes - Published on October 8, 2020	PM Modi greets IAF on its foundation day In a tweet on the Air Force Day, PM Modi lauded the force and said its brave soldiers do not only protect Indian skies, but also play a leading role in serving humanity during any crisis. IndiaTimes - Published on October 8, 2020
88th Air Force Day celebrations: Significance, where to watch The Indian Air Force is celebrating its 88th Anniversary on Thursday. From President Ram Nath Kovind to Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Union Defence Minister Rajnath Singh, several leaders greeted.. DNA - Published on October 8, 2020	India well-positioned to take on any threat by China: IAF chief IndiaTimes - Published on October 5, 2020
IAF chief Bhadauria does not rule out procurement of more Rafale fighter jets IndiaTimes - Published on October 5, 2020	Prepared for two-front war: IAF Chief Bhadauria on tensions with China and Pakistan The IAF has pushed its frontline fighter jets like Sukhoi 30 MKI, Jaguar and Mirage 2000 aircraft to key frontier airbases along the Line of Actual Control. DNA - Published on October 5, 2020
Rafale fighter aircraft to be featured in Air Force Day parade The newly inducted Rafale fighter aircraft will feature in the Air Force Day parade on October 8, an Indian Air Force (IAF) official said on Saturday. DNA - Published on October 5, 2020Also reported by •IndiaTimes	China can't get better of us: IAF Chief Bhadauria on eastern Ladakh Addressing a press conference ahead of Air Force Day on October 8, Bhadauria said Chinese air power can't get the better of India's capabilities but at the same time added that there is no question of.. IndiaTimes - Published on October 5, 2020
India has to remain prepared for ‘no war, no peace’ situation along LAC: IAF chief China clearly violated its own unilaterally defined Line of Actual Control (LAC) in 1959, an irregular demarcation that cuts through rivers and valleys never IndiaTimes - Published on September 29, 2020	Security scenario in eastern Ladakh at uneasy 'no war no peace' status: IAF chief Air Chief Marshal Bhadauria said the Indian Air Force has responded to the situation with rapidity and is fully resolved to counter any "misadventure" in the region. "The present security scenario.. IndiaTimes - Published on September 29, 2020
Ready to undertake operations on both China, Pakistan fronts: IAF IndiaTimes - Published on September 25, 2020	China minutes away from reach of Indian fighter planes after this project takes off The Indian Army soldiers are performing their duty at the border to protect the country. At the same time Government of India is making efforts to create a more conducive operational environment to the.. DNA - Published on September 23, 2020
IAF's Rafale fleet to have first woman pilot soon A woman fighter pilot of the Indian Air Force will soon join the newly-inducted Rafale fighter fleet as one of its crew flying the multi-role aircraft, official sources said on Monday. The woman pilot.. IndiaTimes - Published on September 21, 2020	Budgam ‘blue on blue’ case: AFT relief for 2 IAF officers IndiaTimes - Published on September 14, 2020
Shooting down of Mi-17 chopper case: Military tribunal stays action against 2 IAF officers IndiaTimes - Published on September 14, 2020	Amid standoff with China, IAF to get land in Uttarakhand to carry out activities in border areas Amid the ongoing standoff with China along the LAC, Central Air Command chief, Air Marshal Rajesh Kumar met Uttarakhand Chief Minister Trivendra Singh Rawat to seek land for setting up facilities that.. IndiaTimes - Published on September 12, 2020
IAF's air display thrills sky in Ambala on Rafale induction IndiaTimes - Published on September 10, 2020	Rafales can be deployed at LAC in Ladakh at short notice: Rajnath Singh This induction of Rafales is important considering the kind of atmosphere at our borders, Rajnath Singh said as the aircraft became operational in Indian Air Force. DNA - Published on September 10, 2020
Rafale induction sends big, bold message to those eyeing our sovereignty: Rajnath Singh Congratulating the Armed Forces and the countrymen on the formal induction of Rafale in the Indian Air Force (IAF), Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Thursday said that it sends a "big and bold.. IndiaTimes - Published on September 10, 2020	IAF formally inducts Rafale jets: How 'game-changer' jets will boost India's air power "Induction of Rafale jets could not have happened at a more opportune time considering security scenario today. Rafale being based in Ambala is important as the fleet can rapidly access all areas of.. IndiaTimes - Published on September 10, 2020

Indian Air Force

Air warfare branch of India's military

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3-4 Rafale fighter jets to join Indian Air Force in November first week

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IAF team in France to make preparations to induct more Rafale jets

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IAF demonstrated its operational capability along northern border: Chief of Air Staff

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