UNBELIEVABLE: 5 | History Defined

Long before Tejas, how India’s indigenous fighter jet Marut met a painful death that still haunts India today

India's HF-24 Marut was its first indigenous jet fighter. Developed with German expertise, it faced engine issues limiting its speed. Despite this, the Marut proved vital in the 1971 war, attacking enemy formations. It conducted over 200 sorties, destroying tanks and vehicles. The aircraft retired in 1990, leaving a legacy…

The Economic Times · May 19

IAF begins process to replace VIP transport fleet, issues RFI for new long-range business jets

The Indian Air Force is starting to replace its old VIP transport planes. They have issued a request for information to buy four to six new Long Range Business Jets. These jets will provide secure and fast travel for senior military leaders and government officials. The current fleet is nearing…

The Economic Times · May 17

IAF’s made-in-India C-295 ready for flight trials, deputy air chief inspects aircraft at Tata-Airbus Vadodara facility

India's defense manufacturing takes a leap forward. The first domestically assembled Airbus C-295 aircraft is now ready for its flight test. This milestone was achieved at the Tata-Airbus facility in Vadodara. The project is a significant part of the Make in India initiative. India has become the largest customer for…

The Economic Times · May 17

Indian combat jet crashes at Dubai Airshow, killing pilot

The pilot of an Indian combat plane died after the aircraft crashed Friday during a demonstration flight for spectators at the Dubai Air Show, the Indian Air Force said.

Euronews · Nov 21, 2025

India downed five Pakistani jets in May conflict, says air force chief

In a first, India mentions the class of Pakistan jets downed in the near-war conflict in May

The Independent UK · Oct 3, 2025

India Retires 'Flying Coffin' Soviet Fighter Jet After Six Decades

India's Russian-built MiG-21s flew for the final time Friday, marking the end of an era for the country's first supersonic fighter jet -- lauded for its valour but tarnished by a legacy of some 400 crashes.

International Business Times · Sep 26, 2025

The Russian warplane making its last flight for India after 60 years of service

MiG-21 leaves a chequered legacy as it flies off into the sunset

The Independent UK · Sep 26, 2025

NCERT’s Op Sindoor primer: Modi quotes, Make In India plug, Shah cameo

The National Council of Educational Research and Training has introduced two modules on Operation Sindoor for the preparatory, middle and secondary stages, aimed at students from class 3 to class 10.

Newslaundry · Aug 19, 2025

Britain’s stranded F-35 fighter jet is a test of its trust in India

ANALYSIS: Experts tell Arpan Rai there should be nothing to worry about between two strategic allies – but the longer the Lightning jet remains stuck out in monsoon rains in Kerala, the greater the chances are of it sowing discord between London and New Delhi

The Independent UK · Jun 27, 2025

Demand for fear of flying therapy spikes after Air India disaster

Cockpit Vista, India's sole ‘fear of flying solutions’ centre, has seen a surge in demand following the Air India crash

The Independent UK · Jun 25, 2025