Lashkar-e-Taiba, Jaish-e-Mohammad behind weapons, narcotics dropped by drones in Jammu: DGP Dilbag Singh
Dilbag Singh warned that the ongoing counter-insurgency operations would be further speeded up to wipe out terrorism, while efforts are on to further strengthen security arrangements to counter the threat posed by the drones, especially in the aftermath of the recent attack on the Indian Air Force base in Jammu.
Jul 02, 2021, 15:43 PM IST
Mysterious loud sound heard in Bengaluru, locals wonder if it was another sonic boom like last year
The loud boom was heard across many parts of Bengaluru around 12.30 PM after which several residents took to Twitter to share that they heard a loud ‘thud’ sound.
Jul 02, 2021, 13:40 PM IST
J&K drone attack: Narendra Modi govt to unveil policy to deal with emerging security threats
The Defence Ministry and the three services will play a leading role in the formulation of the policy as well as in its implementation by coordinating with all the leading stakeholders and security agencies
Jun 30, 2021, 10:31 AM IST
Home Ministry hands over Jammu Air Force Station drone attack case to NIA
In what was the first instance of Pakistan-based terrorists deploying drones to strike vital installations, two bombs were dropped at the IAF station in Jammu in the early hours of Sunday, causing minor injuries to two airmen.
Jun 29, 2021, 11:01 AM IST
J&K drone attack: Pakistani terror groups under scanner, NIA likely to take over probe
The officials indicated the case may be taken over by the terror probe agency NIA. The drones crashed into the IAF station at Jammu airport in the early hours of Sunday, perhaps the first time that suspected Pakistan-based terrorists have used unmanned aerial vehicles in an attack.
Jun 28, 2021, 09:40 AM IST
Jammu terror attack: Drone's target was Air Traffic Control building, MI-17 helicopters, 2 suspects in NIA custody
The target for the drone attack in Jammu was the Air Traffic Control (ATC) building and MI 17 helicopters but both drones missed their targets, as per sources from Intelligence agencies.
Jun 27, 2021, 23:18 PM IST
Jammu drone attack: Two IAF personnel injured in twin explosions, red alert issued on J-K border
The twin explosion carried out by drones at the Air Force base in Jammu has reportedly left two Indian Air Force personnel injured, a case under UAPA has been registered.
Jun 27, 2021, 19:04 PM IST
Indian Air Force Recruitment 2021: Vacancies released for IAF AFCAT-2, here's details
The Indian Air Force has opened the recruitment drive and invited applications for the course under the Short Service Commission (SSC) in Flying Branch, and Permanent Commission (PC) and SSC in Ground Duty Branches.
Jun 07, 2021, 22:34 PM IST
Cyclone Yaas: Landfall commences in Odisha, West Bengal coasts; IAF choppers deployed, NDRF teams on alert
The Indian Air Force (IAF) has pressed its choppers into service and deployed its personnel to assist the NDRF in the relief and rescue operations after Cyclone Yaas makes landfall in the afternoon on Wednesday.
May 26, 2021, 09:14 AM IST
DNA: Report of 'MIG 21', which defeats its own airmen
Officials said one Indian Air Force (IAF) pilot was killed near Moga in Punjab in the early hours of Friday when a MIG-21 aircraft crashed. IAF pilot Abhinav Chaudhary was a resident of Ganganagar in Meerut. The squadron leader's family originally hails from Baghpat, but is living in Meerut.
May 21, 2021, 22:56 PM IST
Amid COVID-19 crisis, IAF transports over 180 cryogenic oxygen containers, relief materials
Amid the devastating COVID-19 crisis in the country, the Indian Air Force (IAF) has transported as many as 180 empty cryogenic oxygen containers and other relief material like oxygen cylinders, oxygen plant equipment, essential medicines and hospital equipment.
May 05, 2021, 09:41 AM IST
Indian Air Force flies 450 Oxygen cylinders from UK, 450 more to arrive
The IAF aircraft had got airborne from Jamnagar Airbase on Sunday, 2nd May to Brize Norton in the UK to lift critical life support equipment. The aircraft flew non-stop for 11 and a half hours to reach the UK.
May 04, 2021, 11:55 AM IST
COVID-19: India is on 'Mission' for oxygen supply in the country
Amid the growing oxygen crisis in India, 4 cryogenic oxygen tanks will reach India from Singapore this evening.
Apr 24, 2021, 14:56 PM IST
Indian Air Force airlifting oxygen containers, cylinders, essential medicines
The IAF has also airlifted doctors and nursing staff from Kochi, Mumbai, Vizag and Bengaluru to set up the Defense Development Research Organization (DRDO) COVID-19 makeshift hospital in Delhi along with the necessary supplies.
Apr 23, 2021, 21:10 PM IST
IAF vaccinates all air force officials with first dose of COVID-19 vaccine, ferries oxygen
The Indian Air Force (IAF) has pitched in to supply oxygen to several parts of the country amid rising COVID-19 cases. Air Force's C-17 and IL-76 aircraft airlifted cryogenic oxygen containers from Air Force Station Hindan to Panagarh in West Bengal for recharging.
Apr 23, 2021, 14:49 PM IST
Centre ropes in IAF to bring in oxygen cylinders, medicines to Delhi-NCR
Indian Air Force airlifts oxygen cylinders, regulators, and essential medicines to the national capital region as it faces shortage amid the COVID-19 crisis.
Apr 21, 2021, 23:52 PM IST
IAF Chief RKS Bhadauria holds talks with French Air Force Chief
Chief of Air Staff Air Chief Marshal RKS Bhadauria on Tuesday held talks with Gen Philippe Lavigne, Chief of Staff of French Air and Space Force (FASF), on ways to further expand cooperation between the two sides.
Apr 21, 2021, 00:10 AM IST
Uttarakhand forest fire: IAF continues fire fighting operations in Pauri, Tehri districts
The Indian Air Force (IAF) continues to carry out fire fighting operations in Uttarakhand on Tuesday (April 6), which is the second day. Several sorties are being conducted over the burning forests of Pauri and Tehri districts to spray water over the flames and extinguish them.
Apr 06, 2021, 14:06 PM IST
Indian Air Force Recruitment 2021 notification out, applications invited for 1,524 Group C Civilian posts
Those interested can apply for these vacancies by visiting the official site of Indian Air Force - indianairforce.nic.in. This recruitment drive is being conducted to fill up 1524 posts of the Group C Civilian category at the various Air Force Stations/Units.
Apr 06, 2021, 11:35 AM IST
Uttarakhand forest fire: IAF helicopter helps in fire fighting operations at Tehri Garhwal
Indian Air Force`s helicopter on Monday participated in fire fighting operations to douse the fire spread in the Koti colony forest area of Tehri Garhwal district.
Apr 05, 2021, 16:16 PM IST
