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Air Vice Marshal Shakti Sharma has become the first woman non-medical officer in India's armed forces to attain the rank of air vice marshal or equivalent. Commissioned in 1994, she assumed charge as Assistant Chief of Air Staff (Education) on Tuesday

Actor Siddharth said the success of Netflix’s Operation Safed Sagar has transformed the scale and nature of conversations around his work. Praising its authenticity and portrayal of Squadron Leader Ajay Ahuja, he highlighted the series’ humanised depiction of wartime camaraderie

Actor Mihir Ahuja discussed portraying real-life Air Force officer CH Bal Reddy, or “Baldi,” in Netflix’s ‘Operation Safed Sagar’. He said mastering military posture and the character’s emotional journey was challenging, while filming at real locations made the experience especially fulfilling

Nepal reported 675 bodies recovered and 2,498 people missing after devastating floods and mudslides. India dispatched its fourth C-130 aircraft carrying 11 tonnes of relief and rescue equipment, while additional bridge materials, forensic experts and technical teams were sent to support operations

The Indian Air Force concluded its participation in Exercise Pitch Black 2026 in Australia and Exercise Udara Shakti 2026 in Malaysia. The dual deployment showcased IAF’s operational reach, Rafale capabilities, tactical coordination and commitment to strengthening defence partnerships across the Indo-Pacific

Deputy Chief of Air Staff Air Marshal Tejpal Singh said modern warfare increasingly depends on information superiority, network-centric operations and rapid decision-making. He stressed integrating surveillance, C4I2 and electro-optics to shorten the OODA loop, strengthen interoperability and achieve operational superiority

The Indian Air Force Band will perform at the National War Memorial in Delhi on Sunday evening to mark Independence Day and celebrate 150 years of the national song Vande Mataram. The one-hour event will feature 40 musicians, including Agniveervayu women, led by Master Warrant Officer A Srihari.

India has initiated efforts to join France-led Future Combat Air System (FCAS), a sixth-generation fighter programme, a parliamentary defence panel said. The committee urged the government to prepare a roadmap and timeline for acquiring sixth-generation aircraft and accelerate AMCA development

An IAF Wing Commander was arrested by Delhi Police for allegedly leaking sensitive defence information, with investigators probing a suspected Pakistani espionage network. Sources said the officer was allegedly honey-trapped and transmitted crucial documents and data through digital platforms.

Actor Siddharth revealed the rigorous preparation behind portraying an Indian Air Force pilot in Operation Safed Sagar, saying the cramped MiG cockpit, aviation terminology and disciplined communication made the role particularly demanding ahead of the Netflix series' August 7 premiere.

The Indian Air Force concluded its week-long Rotor Clapp-III exercise at the Pokhran Field Firing Range, focusing on counter-drone operations and integrated helicopter missions. The drill tested operational concepts, combat readiness and coordination under simulated battlefield conditions to address emerging aerial threats

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh felicitated nine women officers who completed the first-ever tri-service all-women global circumnavigation sailing expedition, praising their 314-day voyage as a symbol of Nari Shakti, military jointness and resilience that challenged gender stereotypes

Actor Siddharth says 'Operation Safed Sagar' is more than a war drama, describing it as a human story centred on courage, relationships and resilience. The Netflix series, based on the Indian Air Force's Kargil operation, premieres on August 7

The Indian Air Force’s Mirage 2000 jets, equipped with precision laser-guided bombs, along with MiG-21s and MiG-27s, delivered a decisive blow to Pakistani positions during the 1999 Kargil War under Operation Safed Sagar.

The Telangana government has sanctioned Rs. 2,278.14 crore for acquiring 2,009 acres and shifting utilities to develop Adilabad Airport as a Joint User Airport (JUA) for both civil and defence operations. The land acquisition is to be completed by December 31, 2026.

Heavy monsoon rains in Gujarat have forced the evacuation of over 38,600 people, with more than 5,500 rescued. Armed forces, Coast Guard, NDRF, and SDRF teams remain actively deployed across severely affected districts including Navsari, Valsad, and Banaskantha

Air Chief Marshal AP Singh stressed the need for joint operations among India’s armed forces, faster technology development and self-reliance in defence. Speaking at INS Malvan’s commissioning, he praised indigenous shipbuilding, maritime security efforts and urged aviation to follow the Navy’s model

HAL has received the seventh GE F404-IN20 engine for the Tejas Mk-1A fighter programme, easing a major production bottleneck. The fresh delivery is expected to accelerate aircraft assembly as India also pursues a major Rafale acquisition for the Indian Air Force.

The Ladakh administration has directed agencies to formulate SOPs to curb unauthorised photography and videography of sensitive areas in Leh after the Indian Air Force raised security concerns. The review also covered airport safety, surveillance infrastructure and construction regulations around aviation zones

India has firmly rejected Pakistan’s claims that Rafale fighter jets were lost during Operation Sindoor. A new Request for Proposal (RFP) issued by the Indian Air Force confirms all 36 Rafales acquired in 2016 remain operational, with maintenance support sought for the entire fleet.