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IAF team de inducts today after participation in Exercise Red Flag 2024 at Eielson Air Force, Alaska, USA . On the way back, the IAF team participates in Air Force exercise with AF elements of Greece and Egypt before landing in India on 24 June 24.

The IAF Rafale operated alongside the RSAF and US Air Force F-16, F-15s and the A-10, and combat enablers from Royal Air Force, RNLAF and Team Luftwaffe. Missions included Beyond Visual Range combat with active involvement in planning and as mission leaders for designated missions.

 

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INS Sunayna, Mauritius CGS Barracuda and MPF Dornier conducted joint surveillance mission across the vast Mauritian EEZ. The mission was aimed to enhance interoperability, and jointness between the two maritime forces. INS Sunayana is enroute Port Louis to participate in IDY 24.

INS Sunayna on long range deployment to South West IOR arrived at Port Louis, Mauritius on 20 Jun 24. The ship undertook Joint EEZ surveillance of the region with MCGS Barracuda & MPF Dornier reinforcing Indian Navy's shared commitment of cooperative maritime security.

 

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Indian Navy VBSS

 

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Another operational collaboration upon the successful completion of 8th JIMEX between Indian Navy & JMSDF, following MILAN 24 & a bilateral EX both conducted in 2024.

 

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Surat will be the next major combatant to join the Indian Navy's arsenal. The ship commenced her maiden sea trials prior induction.

 

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The ALH would undertake Joint EEZ Surveillance with INS Sunayna and Seychelles Defence Forces towards fostering closer interoperability & seamless conduct of coordinated maritime operations.

 

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Indian Navy's indigenous stealth frigate INS Shivalik has arrived at Pearl Harbour, Hawaii to participate in 29th edition of Exercise Rim of the Pacific RIMPAC 24. Harbour Phase, 27 June - 07 July, will including Professional Interactions, Cross Deck Visits, insightful workshops & team building sessions.

 

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It was a historic moment as Indian Navy's UH3H Helicopter "Saaras" undertook its final sortie from INS Jalashwa of the IN Eastern Fleet. This versatile aircraft has been a force multiplier serving with distinction, and its legacy will forever endure.

Indian Navy bids farewell to the UH-3 helicopter after 17 years of distinguished service during a de-induction ceremony held on 28 Jun 24 at INS Dega, Visakhapatnam.

 

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INS Sunayna entered Port Victoria yesterday to participate in the Seychelles National Day on 29th June 2024. The ship will also be undertaking philanthropic activities and will be open for visitors on National Day.

INS Sunayna entered Port Victoria, Seychelles on 26 Jun 24 as part of long range deployment in SW IOR. The visit coincides with the 48th National Day celebrations of Seychelles on 29 Jun, which will witness participation of Indian Navy contingent, reaffirming bonhomie between both the nations. Deployment of INS Sunayna is in consonance with the vision of SAGAR promoting collaborative efforts to ensure maritime security in IOR.

 

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INS Tabar arrived at Alexandria, Egypt on a goodwill visit from 27 - 29 Jun 24. Professional interactions to consolidate coordinated Maritime Operations & sports fixtures to build Bridges of Friendship with the Egyptian Navy are planned during ship's stay at port.

 

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LCA TEJAS (Naval) on the deck of INS VIKRANT

 

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IAF Rafale fighter jets finally returned to India on 26 Jun 24, after successful participation in Ex Red Flag in USA. While on the return, a refuelling halt was planned at Lajes, Portugal . Subsequently, the contingent split into two teams and conducted a joint exercise with the Egyptian AF and Hellenic AF in Egypt and Greece respectively.

While at Egypt the Indian Rafales soared high and flew over the Great Pyramids in formation with the Egyptian Rafales.

The Greek sky saw the IAF Rafales flying with the F-16s of the Hellenic Air Force. Aimed at enhancing international military cooperation and interoperability, this transatlantic leap by IAF's Rafales has opened the gates to many such enriching exercises in future.

 

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Successful demonstration of the autonomous landing capability of the Reusable Launch Vehicle (RLV) 'PUSHPAK' as part of its RLV-LEX 3 mission.

IAF Chinook helicopter met the stringent flight parameters of the mission and dropped the underslung RLV from 4.5 km amsl, with pinpoint accuracy. This special assignment saw the first ever use of a Long- Sling Underslung ops by the Chinook.

 

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Infantry

 

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Air Force Hawk MK.132

 

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New ZORAWAR Light Tank for Indian Army's High Altitude Requirements unveiled by Defence Research & Development Organisation (DRDO) in joint venture with Larsen & Toubro (L&T). Expected to be inducted by 2027.

 

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Indian Air Force technicians rest under the wing of a "Sabre Slayer" Folland Gnat Mk2.

 

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Search And Rescue demo by Chetak Heli

 

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The Indian Navy P-8I aircraft arrived at Hawaii for the largest multinational exercise RIMPAC 2024. With 29 nations, 40 ships, 3 submarines & over 150 aircraft, the multinational exercise is aimed towards enhanced cooperation & joint operability.

 

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INS Betwa, Guided Missile Frigate of the Western Fleet celebrates 20 years of service to the nation.