The Indian Air Force on January 17 marked a significant milestone with the Maroon Beret Ceremonial Parade at the Garud Regimental Training Centre (GRTC), Air Force Station Chandinagar. The parade celebrated the successful completion of one of the most demanding training programs in the armed forces by the Air Force…
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Republic Day Parade Celebrates Vande Mataram 150
The Republic Day Parade 2026, to be held at Kartavya Path on January 26, will commemorate 150 years of the national song Vande Mataram, blending India’s cultural heritage, military prowess, and contemporary achievements. Defence Secretary Shri Rajesh Kumar Singh outlined the highlights in a press briefing in New Delhi on…
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10th Defence Forces Veterans’ Day: Honouring India’s Heroes
India will observe the 10th Defence Forces Veterans’ Day on 14 January 2026, honouring the valour, sacrifices, and dedicated service of military veterans. The main commemorative event will be held at the Manekshaw Centre, Delhi Cantt, with Raksha Mantri Shri Rajnath Singh gracing the occasion. Veterans residing in Delhi and…
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Think Tank Studies Operations at IAF Hindon
In a significant step towards strengthening civil–military engagement and strategic research collaboration, a delegation of scholars from leading Indian think tanks visited Air Force Station Hindon on January 10, 2026. The visit was organised as part of an outreach initiative by the Indian Air Force (IAF) to enhance understanding of…
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Air Chief Marshal Visits NCC Republic Day Camp 2026 at Delhi Cantt
New Delhi: Chief of the Air Staff, Air Chief Marshal A. P. Singh, visited the National Cadet Corps (NCC) Republic Day Camp (RDC) 2026 at Delhi Cantt on January 8, delivering a powerful message of discipline, patriotism and service beyond uniform. The visit marked a significant moment for thousands of…
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Aeronautics 2047 Seminar Begins, Focus on India’s Future Air Power
The Aeronautical Development Agency (ADA) on Saturday inaugurated its two-day national seminar titled ‘Aeronautics 2047’ at the Centre for Airborne Systems (CABS) in Bengaluru, marking a significant step towards shaping India’s long-term aerospace and defence vision. The event brings together key stakeholders from the armed forces, defence research, industry, and…
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Air Marshal S Shrinivas Takes Charge of IAF Training Command
Air Marshal Seethepalli Shrinivas formally took over as the Air Officer Commanding-in-Chief (AOC-in-C) of the Training Command of the Indian Air Force on January 1, 2026. The appointment places a highly experienced fighter pilot, instructor and administrator at the helm of the command responsible for shaping the future manpower of…
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Valedictory Marks 1st UAS, 25th PTP Milestone
The Air Force Test Pilots School (AFTPS) at Aircraft and Systems Testing Establishment (ASTE) witnessed a grand valedictory function on 19 December 2025, marking the successful graduation of the 1st Test Course for Unmanned Aerial Systems (1TC-UAS) and the 25th Production Test Pilots (PTP) Course. Air Marshal KAA Sanjeeb, VSM,…
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PM Thanks Armed Forces on Armed Forces Flag Day
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Armed Forces Flag Day conveyed his deepest gratitude to the men and women serving in India’s Army, Navy and Air Force, lauding their discipline, resolve and indomitable spirit that protect the nation and strengthen its people. Message of Gratitude and Duty In a message posted…
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Air Marshal Umesh Urges Atmanirbharta at BRD
Air Marshal Yalla Umesh, Air Officer Commanding-in-Chief, Maintenance Command, visited Base Repair Depot (BRD) Tughlakabad on 4 December 2025 to review the depot’s operations, innovations and indigenisation efforts. The visit underscored the Indian Air Force’s push towards reducing import dependence and strengthening domestic maintenance capabilities under the banner of Atmanirbharta….