Tata-Lockheed Martin To Make F-16 Multi-Role Fighter Jet's Wings in India
Lockheed Martin formally recognised TLMAL as a potential co-producer of fighter wings in October 2021 after the latter`s successful production and qualification of a prototype fighter wing shipset.
Mar 11, 2023, 17:10 PM IST
DNA: Retirement plan of MiG 21
The squadron of MiG-21 fighter jets deployed in Jammu and Kashmir will be phased out this month and this squadron named Sword Arm will retire by the end of this month. But this squadron is very special in itself because on 27 February 2019, when Pakistani fighter planes tried to infiltrate the Indian border, the same MiG-21 blocked the Pakistani fighter jets. The F16 fighter jet, considered America's modern, was shot down by Wing Commander Abhinandan Varthaman with MiG-21 Bison aircraft.
Sep 20, 2022, 23:18 PM IST
DNA: Abhinandan honoured with 'Veer Chakra’, Dhoundiyal awarded with Shaurya Chakra posthumously
The soldiers who contributed to the security of the country were honored with gallantry awards on Monday. For this, Group Captain Abhinandan Varthaman, who shot down Pakistan's F-16 fighter jet in an aerial combat, was honored with the Vir Chakra by President Ram Nath Kovind. At the same time, martyr Major Vibhuti Shankar Dhoundiyal, who killed five terrorists in Pulwama, was awarded the Shaurya Chakra posthumously.
Nov 23, 2021, 00:00 AM IST
When IAF's Mig-21 Bison jets blunted Pakistan's F16 challenge
MiG-21s and F-16s are generations apart. And yet, MiG-21 Bison is an upgraded version of the Soviet-era jet that has some serious abilities.
Mar 01, 2019, 19:11 PM IST
Lie on F16s exposed, under-pressure Pakistan decides to release captured IAF pilot
India's firm resolve not to have a deal for Wing Commander Abhinandan Varthaman and a warning that he be returned immediately forced Imran Khan on the backfoot. The Indian Armed Forces then issued a stern warning against any misadventures.
Feb 28, 2019, 22:42 PM IST
Indian armed forces bust Pakistan's lie: Full statements
With tensions between the two countries on a high, representatives from Indian Army, Air Force and Navy said that forces are on high alert and ready to thwart any Pakistani aggression.
Feb 28, 2019, 22:16 PM IST
Indian armed forces warn Pakistan against any misadventure
Indian armed forces are on high alert and are determined to thwart any Pakistani aggression - on land, at sea or in the air.
Feb 28, 2019, 22:09 PM IST
What is AMRAAM, the missile that nailed Pakistan's lie
Pakistan claimed its F16s never entered Indian air space. Indian Air Force, however, presented part of an AMRAAM missile - which cannot be fitted on any Pakistani fighter jet apart from F16.
Feb 28, 2019, 19:45 PM IST
Has Pakistan Army selected `targets` in India?
Prime Minister Narendra Modi has assured the nation that the people behind the Uri attack would be punished.
Sep 23, 2016, 14:51 PM IST
Cornered by India, Pakistan says ready for unconditional talks to resolve all issues
India's External Affairs Ministry spokesperson Vikas Swarup said that India was "sensitising the world" about how Pakistan was sponsoring terrorism.
Sep 23, 2016, 11:13 AM IST
Uri revenge? India likely to revisit 1960 Indus Water Treaty with Pakistan
India and Pakistan are currently locked in a diplomatic war after the killing of 18 Indian soldiers in Uri, close to the Line of Control (LoC) with Pakistan.
Sep 23, 2016, 10:52 AM IST
Pakistan left nervous by India? `F-16 fighter jets fly over Islamabad`
India on Thursday claimed diplomatic victory over Pakistan at the United Nations amid deteriorating bilateral ties following the killing of 18 soldiers in a terror attack in Jammu and Kashmir.
Sep 23, 2016, 10:36 AM IST
Recep Tayyip Erdogan urges Turks to defend state after coup `foiled`
President Recep Tayyip Erdogan urged Turks to remain on the streets on Saturday, as his forces regained control after a spectacular coup bid by discontented soldiers that claimed more than 250 lives.
Jul 16, 2016, 15:40 PM IST
US lawmaker dismayed at sale of F16 to Pakistan
A top US lawmaker on Tuesday said he was dismayed by the Obama Administration's decision to sell eight F-16 fighter jets to Pakistan despite the country's support for terrorism.
Feb 16, 2016, 21:40 PM IST
