Indian Air Force
Army, IAF, and Navy chiefs push for 'Aatmanirbharta' to win future wars
Speaking in separate sessions at a conclave in the capital, the chiefs of the three services outlined the challenges of future conflicts, likely to be prolonged, and how the nation can address them
IAF fighter jet crashes in Haryana's Panchkula, pilot ejects safely
A Court of Inquiry has been ordered into the accident
Empowered committee for IAF capability enhancement submits report to govt
An empowered committee has identified "key thrust areas" and made recommendations for implementation in the short, medium and long terms so as to achieve the desired capability enhancement goals of the Indian Air Force in an "optimal manner", the defence ministry said on Monday. Defence Secretary Rajesh Kumar Singh presented the report of the Empowered Committee for Capability Enhancement of the IAF to Defence Minister Rajnath Singh. "The committee has identified key thrust areas and made recommendations for implementation in the short, medium and long terms so as to achieve the desired capability enhancement goals of the IAF (Indian Air Force) in an optimal manner," the ministry said in a statement. The report also underscores the need for impetus to enhance 'Aatmanirbharta' in the aerospace domain with the private sector complementing the effort of defence public sector undertakings (DPSUs) and the Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO). Defence Minister Singh ...
We aim to become an aerospace power by 2047: Air Chief Marshal AP Singh
The IAF has been actively involved in the Ganganyaan project, India's ambitious human spaceflight mission
Air Force chief pushes for developing indigenous defence manufacturing
Pitching for developing indigenous capabilities for defence manufacturing, Air Chief Marshal A P Singh on Friday said the Indian Air Force would prefer a "homegrown" system even if it gives "slightly lesser performance". Speaking at the Chanakya Dialogues conclave here on the theme of "Bharat 2047: Atmanirbhar In War", the Air Force chief also said that there is a need for manufacturing at least 35-40 military aircraft in India every year and stressed the target is not impossible to meet. He said the IAF's first priority when it comes to acquisition, is "anything that is homegrown". "So I'm very convinced in my mind that even if a homegrown system gives me a slightly lesser performance... if it is 90 percent or 85 percent of what I get in the world market, we will go for homegrown system because that is the only way we can get over with always looking outward to get our systems," he said. "But at the same time, a homegrown system cannot just happen overnight. It will take time and
India in talks for 10 more Airbus C-295 aircraft in ageing fleet revamp
Going by the deal value of the 2021 purchase of 56 aircraft, an expanded order for 25 C-295s could be worth $1.1 billion
Probe begins into Rs 77 cr 'fraud' at tri-services club on Navy's complaint
Mumbai Police has started an investigation into an alleged fraud of Rs 77.52 crore at the United Services Club here, police and Defence officials said on Thursday. Financial discrepancies at the 97-year-old tri-services establishment came to light during a routine audit a few months ago, a Defence PRO said. The case has been transferred to the Economic Offences Wing of Mumbai Police, officials said. A complaint regarding the alleged fraud was recently lodged at the Cuffe Parade Police Station here by a Navy captain on the instructions of the Western Naval Command headquarters. "The United Services Club, Colaba, is a 97 years old Tri-Services Club. A few months earlier, as part of a routine audit, a discrepancy was noticed by the Secretary of the Club. This led to a special audit by the contracted CA and, subsequently, detailed scrutiny of the financial accounts were undertaken on instructions of the Club Management, whereupon significant anomalies were discovered," a Defence PRO ..
Defence Ministry forms high-level panel to speed up Tejas jet deliveries
The five-member committee will be reportedly led by Defence Secretary Rajesh Kumar Singh and will focus on resolving issues that have slowed down the production and delivery of these aircraft
Indian Air Force likely to advise Centre to go for stealth aircraft
Need for such a purchase is based on India's threat assessment in its neighbourhood
India, Malaysia expand defence ties, advance Su-30 upkeep cooperation
The 13th Malaysia-India Defence Cooperation Committee meeting was held in Kuala Lumpur on Wednesday during Defence Secretary Rajesh Kumar Singh's visit to Malaysia, where he co-chaired the discussions
Navy's Rs 60,000 cr Rafale-M jet deal to help upgrade IAF's capabilities
The Indian Navy is acquiring 26 Rafale Marine aircraft to enhance the capabilities of the indigenous aircraft carrier INS Vikramaditya
Ex-Air Force chief lists nuances of building resilient air defence system
Our own AMCA (Advanced Medium Combat Aircraft) program has just started and we want that whatever technologies come, it should encourage our self-reliance a little more, ex-Air chief marshal said
IAF seeks global bids for 114 multi-role fighters to boost air power
Lockheed Martin is trying to sell its F-21, an India-specific variant of its widely used F-16 fighter, to New Delhi for the MRFA, which will be a 4.5 generation aircraft made in India
'Just not confident': IAF chief 'frustrated' with HAL over Tejas jets delay
During an inspection at the air show, Air Chief Marshal AP Singh conveyed his dissatisfaction to officials from HAL, expressing a lack of confidence in the state-run aerospace firm
Ex Winged Raider: Army conducts joint airborne ops training with Air Force
The training provided a valuable opportunity for troops to hone their expertise in operations, essential for rapid deployment and mission readiness
Aero India Show 2025: Check registration process, tickets, venue and more
Aero India 2025 will be held from Feb 10-14 in Bengaluru, showcasing cutting-edge aerospace and defence technologies. The event will feature industry leaders and global defence and aviation experts
Aero India 2025: Russian stealth jet Su-57 confirmed, US F-35 uncertain
Russia's Su-57 fighter will be showcased in India for the first time at Aero India's 15th edition, coinciding with India's development of its fifth-generation Advanced Medium Combat Aircraft
DRDO to unveil laser weapon, Pralay missile at Republic Day Parade 2025
DRDO's Republic Day tableau will feature a laser-based directed energy weapon, while physical systems like Pralay, Pinaka, Akash, and BrahMos will highlight India's advanced defence capabilities
