Tag: Indian Air Force (IAF)

Rajnath Singh Bids Emotional Farewell to MiG-21, Calls It a Symbol of National Pride and India-Russia Ties

Speaking at the decommissioning ceremony in Chandigarh, Singh hailed the MiG-21 as more than just a combat aircraft, calling it a “family member, a national pride, and a testimony of India-Russia friendship.”

September 26, 2025

‘Bison’ Bids Farewell: IAF Retires Legendary MiG-21 After Six Decades of Service

Inducted in 1963, the MiG-21, affectionately nicknamed ‘Bison’, became the backbone of India’s air power.

September 26, 2025

MiG-21 Retires: Squadron Leader Credits Iconic Fighter for 80% of 1971 War Victory

Inducted in 1963, the MiG-21 served as a cornerstone of India’s air power. The first squadron, the 28 Squadron, nicknamed ‘First Supersonics’, was India’s first supersonic fighter unit.

September 26, 2025

Veteran Pilots Pay Tribute as IAF Retires Iconic MiG-21 Fighter Jet

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh shared on X, “Today, 26th September, I shall be in Chandigarh. Shall attend the Decommissioning ceremony of IAF's MiG-21. Looking forward to it.”

September 26, 2025

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh to Attend MiG-21 Decommissioning Ceremony in Chandigarh

In a post on X, Singh said, “Today, 26th September, I shall be in Chandigarh. Shall attend the Decommissioning ceremony of IAF's MiG-21. Looking forward to it.”

September 26, 2025

Kangra Airport Sees 40% Flight Cancellations Amid Monsoon Rains; Steps Taken to Reduce Disruptions

Airport Director Dhirendra Singh said the administration has initiated measures to minimise disruptions by reducing the visibility requirement for landings from 5 km to around 3 km.

September 6, 2025

J&K Cloudburst in Ramban Leaves Four Dead, One Missing; Rescue Efforts Intensified

Authorities, including the Deputy Commissioner, SSP, and ASP, reached the site early this morning to oversee rescue efforts and ensure immediate support to victims’ families.

August 30, 2025

J&K Flash Floods: 3 Dead, 2 Missing in Ramban; Rescue Ops Underway

Rescue operations are currently underway in the affected region, which has been reeling under continuous downpours and sudden flooding.

August 30, 2025

“Aspire High, Aim for the Moon by 2040”: Astronaut Shubhanshu Shukla Inspires Students in Lucknow

“We have a vision and mission to land on the Moon by 2040. Please aspire,” he said, stressing that perseverance is the key to success.

August 25, 2025

‘India Looks Stunning from Space’: Astronaut Group Captain Shubhanshu Shukla Shares Axiom-4 Experience

“India does look really beautiful. The unique positioning and shape, especially at night when you pass over from the Indian Ocean south to north, is one of the most breathtaking sights you can ever witness,” he said.

August 24, 2025