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Men at Work - Air Warriors prepping the Tejas and Sarang IAF Dhruv Helicopters at the Dubai Air show. Our tireless technicians keep our birds mission ready at all times.

 

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An IAF Tejas and the sarang iaf were on show at the inauguration of the Dubai Air show today.

 

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On the auspicious occasion of Deepawali, the CDS, Gen Anil Chauhan addressed and interacted with personnel of all the three services. He highlighted the benefits of Jointness and Atmanirbharta in the present geopolitical situation.

He commended the forces for their op preparedness and selfless service to the nation. The CDS also flew a sortie on a fighter aircraft with a frontline squadron.

 

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Gen Manoj Pande COAS reviewed the Validation Exercise of a Strike Corps in the Deserts and was briefed by GOC-in-C Southern Command on the realistic training being carried out.

 

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Gen Manoj Pande COAS presided over the 37th Infantry Commanders’ Conference ICC at the Infantry School, Mhow.

 

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Exercise KAZIND-2023
The joint military exercise between India & Kazakhstan concluded after the validation training in Otar, Kazakhstan. The exercise facilitated synergy in the conduct of joint tactical operations and promoting understanding & interoperability between the two Armed Forces.

 

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Dragunov SVD

 

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HAL DHRUV MK-III

9th National Level Pollution Response Exercise (NATPOLREX -IX) was conducted by Indian Coast Guard off Vadinar, Gujarat today.

 

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In a swift operation, Indian Coast Guard Ship Arinjay apprehended Pakistani boat Naz-Re-Karam with 13 crew on 21 November 2023. Boat was found fishing near IMBL in Indian waters. Pakistani boat brought to Okha for thorough rummaging & Joint investigation.

 

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INS Sharda on Op Deployment to Port Antsiranana, Madagascar from 17-20 Nov 23. Indian Navy & Malagasy Navy personnel engaged in wide range of professional interactions & training exchanges. Courtesy calls paid to Malagasy dignitaries & senior defence officers.

 

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Continuing with the Extended Ops Deployment to Africa & in pursuance of Indian Navy's commitment to Maritime Security, INS Sumedha entered Maputo, Mozambique 21 Nov.

 

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Indian Navy in association with DRDO successfully undertook Guided Flight Trials of 1st indigenously developed Naval Anti Ship Missile from Seaking 42B helo on 21Nov 23. A significant step towards achieving self-reliance in niche missile tech, including seeker & guidance tech.

 

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Happy 30th anniversary to Indian Naval Ship Vinash! Three decades of steadfast service, embodying bravery, dedication, and resilience. May the legacy of this missile boat continue to shine brightly on the maritime horizon.

 

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INS Sharda on a 4 day visit to Port Antsiranana, Madagascar. Aimed at strengthening Bridges of Friendship & Indian Navy's sustained efforts towards ensuring Maritime Security in the region by partnering with regional navies in line with Hon'ble PMO India's vision of SAGAR.

 

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Today, Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi undertook a 30 minute sortie on our Tejas twin seat aircraft from the IAF's Aircraft and Systems Testing Establishment at Bengaluru.

 

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As part of Exercise Dweep Shakti Andaman Nicobar Command (ANC), Maritime Jaguars of 6 Squadron Indian Air Force, undertook night operations, demonstrating strategic capabilities and extending their reach in the Indian Ocean Region.

 

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Exciting milestone in aviation training for the IAF! The Chief of Air Staff inaugurates Full Motion Simulator for Dornier aircraft at Air Force Station Yelahanka.

 

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Indian Armed Forces departed for Australia! to participate in Joint Military Exercise AUSTRAHIND-23 at Perth from Nov 22 to Dec 6.

 

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MURDER, MURDER, MURDER! Thus was announced the IAF drawing first blood on 22 Nov 71. Tracking raiding Sabres of the PAF, four Gnats of 22 Sqn were scrambled under the callsign ‘Cocktail’. Living up to their Sqn’s name, the Gnats got airborne Swiftly at 1451 hr from Dum Dum.

The Gnats flown by Flt Lt Ganapathy, Flt Lt Massey, Fg Offr Soares & Fg Offr Lazarus were promptly vectored to the raiders by Fg Offr Bagchi on the radar scope. 17 min & 150x30 mm Cannon rounds later, the IAF had shot down two Sabres, while a third was seen limping towards Dacca. Total Air Superiority in East was soon to follow.

 

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Op Uttarkashi Rescue.
Today the IAF flew in a further 18 tonnes of load from Rourkela to Dehradun. Specialist equipment is also being flown in from Bengaluru.