RudraM-II passes crucial test as India sharpens indigenous strike capability
The successful RudraM-II trials validated multiple critical systems and highlighted collaboration between DRDO laboratories, the Indian Air Force and industry partners.
The successful RudraM-II trials validated multiple critical systems and highlighted collaboration between DRDO laboratories, the Indian Air Force and industry partners.
In a significant gesture of cultural diplomacy and civilisational outreach, India on Saturday transported the sacred relics of Lord Buddha’s chief disciples, Arahant Sariputta and Arahant Mahamoggallana, to Mongolia aboard an Indian Air Force IL-76 'Gajraj' aircraft for a special public exposition scheduled to begin on Buddha Purnima.
India has successfully tested the indigenous TARA glide weapon system, marking a key step in low-cost precision strike capability and defence self-reliance.
Indian armed forces revealed new details of Operation Sindoor, saying terror camps, Pakistani airfields and military assets were struck during the 2025 conflict.
Indian military officials shared fresh details of Operation Sindoor, claiming strikes on terror camps, Pakistani airfields and major enemy losses during the 2025 operation.
In his farewell address for the legendary fighter jet, the defence minister said the most striking feature of the MiG-21 is its versatility.
The Russian-made MiG-21's induction into the Indian Air Force in the early 1960s heralded the beginning of the jet age for the IAF. These fighter jets have been decommissioned after being in service for 63 years.
The IAF is likely to replace the MiG-21 with the Tejas Light Combat Aircraft (LCA) Mark 1A. Known as the "backbone of the IAF", the MiG-21's nearly 60-year service has been pivotal in shaping India's air power.
A government spokesperson said as the weather was clear after days of intermitted rains “it is expected that all the devotees will be evacuated safely and sent to their destination”.
It may be noted that during the course of discussions, the Naval Chief and the Air chief had made contrasting remarks over the proposed creation of theatre commands.
