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Himachal: Choppers carried out over 50 sorties in last 48 hours, rescued over 780 people, says IAF

Choppers belonging to the Western Air Command carried out over 50 sorties over the last 48 hours, rescuing over 780 citizens in the flood-affected areas of Kangra district in Himachal Pradesh. Read further on Dynamite News:

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Two killed in Joshimath as heavy rain ravages the hills

Two dead, five critically injured in Uttarakhand house collapse; IAF rescues 5,040 people in Himachal Pradesh. In Uttarakhand, two people died and five were critically injured after a house collapse in Helang

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'Wrong dates, facts': Sachin Pilot slams Amit Malviya over claim that Rajesh Pilot dropped bombs on Mizoram

In a post on X, Amit Malviya had claimed that Rajesh Pilot and Suresh Kalmadi were flying the Indian Air Force planes that bombed Aizawl, the capital of Mizoram, on March 5, 1966.

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IAF had airlifted 68,000 personnel to Ladakh: Defence sources

Indian Air Force deployed entire transport fleet to carry 68000 troops, 330 vehicles and 90 tanks to eastern Ladakh. IAF also deployed fighters, helicopters and UAVs for surveillance and deterrence. Strengthened air defence network with radars and surface-to-air guided weapons.

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India receives Spike NLOS missiles from Israel, firing trials shortly

In a boost to its capabilities to destroy enemy targets hidden behind mountains, the Indian Air Force (IAF) has received the Israeli Spike Non Line of Sight (NLOS) anti-tank guided missiles which can hit targets from distances up to 30 km. Read further on Dynamite news

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Analysis | Uphill task for the Telangana govt. to use Hakimpet IAF base as hybrid airport

The Telangana Cabinet meeting held on July 31, 2023 approved the proposal to have second commercial airport at Hakimpet.

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IAF helicopters kept ready for emergency response in flood-hit Warangal

IAF officials disclosed the successful evacuation of six civilians with the help of an earthmover in Jayashankar Bhupalpally district on July 27.

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IAF choppers drop 600-kg food packets in flood-hit areas

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Two Indian military aircraft visit Australia’s strategic Cocos Islands

An Indian Navy Dornier maritime patrol aircraft and an IAF C-130 transport aircraft visited Australia’s Cocos (Keeling) Islands (CKI) in the Southern Indian Ocean, close to Indonesia in early July, sources said

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IAF moves LCA Tejas jets to Kashmir for flying experience in valley

The Indian Air Force has moved its indigenous Light Combat Aircraft Tejas to Jammu and Kashmir for the fleet to gain experience in flying in the valleys of the union territory situated along the border with Pakistan.

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Telangana’s tribal region hit by worst floods, IAF helicopters airdrop food packets in flood affected Kondai village

Flash floods in Jampannavagu damaged bridge connecting Kandai village leaving villagers stranded

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Israel’s Military Faces Threat To Cohesion Amid Controversial Judicial Reform

Large number of reservists may cease reporting for duty in protest, potentially impacting combat-readiness

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Woman IAF officer injured in robbery bid dies

“A woman Indian Air Force (IAF) officer, who was seriously injured after being allegedly attacked by a mess worker in Pathankot district of Punjab, succumbed to her injuries,” police said on July 24.

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Woman IAF officer, who was attacked by mess worker in Pathankot, dies

Squadron Leader Arshita Jaiswal lost her life at Army's command hospital at Panchkula here days after she was attacked by a mess worker at her official residence in Punjab's Pathankot on July 17. Read further on Dynamite News:

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Madras High Court directs Defence Ministry to ensure existence of Internal Complaints Committee in the Armed Forces

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Southern Air Command to organise special event for public during Onam

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Army issues to lease 20 light helicopters

Indian Army seeks to lease 20 helicopters for 5 yrs to replace ageing Cheetah/Chetak fleet. MoD issued RFI, AoN to be processed in 6 mths. RFP expected mid-Oct. Lease period likely to extend to 10 yrs. Ka-226T procurement from Russia stuck. HAL's LUH yet to qualify auto-pilot. IAF, Navy also…

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Airbus C-295 aircraft manufacturing ecosystem taking shape in India

IAF to receive first first C-295 transport aircraft in September 2023. Six pilots trained in Seville, 20-member maintenance crew being trained. First aircraft manufactured in India to be delivered in September 2026

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Nod for multi-role chopper by early 2024; Safran, HAL to set up firm in Bengaluru

The IMRH, expected to be ready by the end of this decade, is meant to replace the Mi-17s in service

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Indian contingent marches in Paris to Sare Jahan Se Accha

Indian military contingents with connections to France dating back over a century to both World Wars, marched in the Bastille Day parade, while IAF Rafale jets took part in the flypast

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IAF carried out 48 sorties in flood relief operations in Punjab, Himachal

The Indian Air Force (IAF) has in the past 48 hours carried a total 40 sorties as part of its Humanitarian Assistance and Disaster Relief operations in the flood-hit Himachal Pradesh and Punjab. Read further on Dynamite News:

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IAF Prepares For Multi-Domain Warfare Amid Rising Security Challenges

Israeli Air Force strengthens capabilities to counter regional threats and protect national borders

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Indian marching contingents, Rafale jets to take part in French Bastille Day parade

Prime Minister Narendra Modi has accepted the invitation from French President Emmanuel Macron to be the Guest of Honour at the Bastille Day Parade.

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Explained | Why is the U.S.-India fighter jet deal important?

With General Electric and Hindustan Aeronautics Limited signing a memorandum of understanding to co-produce F414 engines in India, how will it boost IAF strength? Will the U.S. government and Congressional approvals come through for the deal?

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