IAF’s Big Maintenance Push: 930 Indian Firms, AI And 3D Printing To Power Aatmanirbharta

IAF’s Big Maintenance Push: 930 Indian Firms, AI And 3D Printing To Power Aatmanirbharta

News india IAF’s Big Maintenance Push: 930 Indian Firms, AI And 3D Printing To Power Aatmanirbharta Last Updated:August 30, 2026, 1:45 PM IST IAF is monitoring around 180 innovation projects with MSMEs and startups across the Make, iDEX, and Technology Development Fund schemes IAF has paired advanced technologies like Artificial Intelligence and 3D printing with…

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‘Not Against Theaterisation’: IAF Chief Urges Gradual Transition To Avoid Disruption

‘Not Against Theaterisation’: IAF Chief Urges Gradual Transition To Avoid Disruption

News india ‘Not Against Theaterisation’: IAF Chief Urges Gradual Transition To Avoid Disruption Last Updated:August 22, 2026, 9:31 PM IST The Air Chief cautioned against rushing the process or adopting foreign frameworks without scrutiny. File photo of Indian Air Force Chief Air Chief Marshal AP Singh (PTI photo) Indian Air Force Chief, Air Chief Marshal…

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Indian Air Force To Develop Indigenous Kamikaze Drone Ecosystem At Sulur Air Force Station

Indian Air Force To Develop Indigenous Kamikaze Drone Ecosystem At Sulur Air Force Station

The Indian Air Force is set to establish an indigenous ecosystem for kamikaze drones at Sulur Air Force Station, strengthening India’s push for self-reliance in defence technology.The initiative covers design, development and training, creating a dedicated ecosystem for next-generation unmanned combat capabilities. Kamikaze drones, also known as loitering munitions, are becoming increasingly important in modern…

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NEET Security ‘Pilot Project’: While IAF May Help In Safe Transit Of Question Papers, Why ‘Last-Mile Risk’ Remains

NEET Security ‘Pilot Project’: While IAF May Help In Safe Transit Of Question Papers, Why ‘Last-Mile Risk’ Remains

Last Updated:May 29, 2026, 11:41 PM IST The logistics of the final mile for the NEET exam present a complex security gauntlet that cannot be solved by aviation assets, say observers Protests against the NEET-UG 2026 paper leak. File pic The National Testing Agency (NTA) may enlist the Indian Air Force for the secure transit…

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Pune airport runway shut after IAF jet’s hard landing incident, flights diverted

Pune airport runway shut after IAF jet’s hard landing incident, flights diverted

The Indian Air Force (IAF) said late Friday night that the runway at Pune airport was temporarily unavailable following an incident involving one of its aircraft, disrupting both inbound and outbound commercial flight operations. According to initial information, the incident involved a fighter aircraft that reportedly experienced a hard landing. In a statement, the IAF…

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IAF Condoles Death Of 2 Pilots In Sukhoi Su-30 Crash In Assam: ‘Stand Firmly In Time Of Grief’

IAF Condoles Death Of 2 Pilots In Sukhoi Su-30 Crash In Assam: ‘Stand Firmly In Time Of Grief’

Last Updated:March 06, 2026, 10:03 IST Defence Minister Rajnath Singh also condoled the loss of lives and said that their courage and service to the nation will always be remembered with pride and gratitude. The deceased pilots were identified as Squadron Leader Anuj and Flight Lieutenant Purvesh Duragkar. (X/@IAF) The Indian Air Force on Friday…

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Vayu Shakti 2026: IAF To Showcase India’s Airpower Next Month In Rajasthan Near Pakistan Border

Vayu Shakti 2026: IAF To Showcase India’s Airpower Next Month In Rajasthan Near Pakistan Border

Last Updated:January 30, 2026, 10:46 PM IST The exercise follows the successful Vayu Shakti-2024, held on February 17, 2024, at the Pokhran Air-to-Ground Range in Jaisalmer, Rajasthan. Vayu Shakti will reinforce the government’s Aatmanirbhar Bharat initiative in defence sector | Image: File The Indian Air Force (IAF) is set to conduct a major air power…

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