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IAF Jaguar crashes expose cracks in India’s defence modernisation
Frequent IAF Jaguar crashes raise alarms over ageing jets, pilot safety, HAL delays, and the real state of India’s defence ...
Explainer: From five to 62 years – A look at the age profile of IAF’s aircraft fleet
The Indian Air Force is retiring its MiG-21 after 62 years, reducing its fighter squadron strength. Aging aircraft, including ...
India extends ban on Pakistani aircraft citing post-Sindoor security protocols, issues new Notam
India has extended its ban on Pakistani aircraft entering Indian airspace till August 23, 2025, amid heightened border ...
MiG 21 fighter jets to retire after 62 years of service, Tejas Mk1A to take over
First inducted in 1963, MiG 21 will be retired after 62 years of service with the indigenously developed Tejas aircraft ...
Air Force to phase out MiG-21 fighter jets by September 2025, will be replaced by Tejas Mk1A: Defence officials
"Indian Air Force to phase out the MiG-21 fighter jet by September this year. The squadrons operating the aircraft are currently in Nal air base in Rajasthan. The LCA Mark 1A aircraft would be ...
Missiles, manufacturing, and mutual trust: What Britain must do to strengthen its defence ties with India
Narendra Modi's visit to Britain aims to strengthen the comprehensive strategic partnership, emphasizing defence industrial ...
Bad news for Pakistan, China as India to get 'flying warrior', name is CATS warrior, it will complete mission without...
Bad news for Pakistan, China as India to get 'flying warrior', name is CATS warrior, it will complete mission without ...
Saga Of Tejas - The Fighter Jet That Will Replace The Mighty MiG-21
The mighty MiG-21, after serving the air force for 62 years, will retire and get replaced by the newer Tejas fighter jets. An idea conceived in the late 1980s, but several delays, developments and ...