IAF: Under 50 Weapons Forced Pakistan to Ceasefire

By BPN News Desk July 26, 2025

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Vice Chief of the Indian Air Force, Air Marshal Narmadeshwar Tiwari, stated that less than 50 air-launched weapons were enough to compel Pakistan to request a ceasefire during Operation Sindoor. The remark was made during a seminar on aerospace strategy held in New Delhi. Operation Sindoor’s

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Indian Air Force Retires MiG‑21 Jets in September

By BPN News Desk July 22, 2025

The Indian Air Force (IAF) is set to retire its remaining MiG‑21 fighter jets in September 2025, officially drawing the curtain on more than six decades of service. The farewell ceremony is scheduled for 19 September at the Chandigarh Air Force Station. It will be hosted by the No. 23 Panthers Squadron, the last active […]

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IAF to Launch Major Exercise in Rajasthan

By BPN News Desk July 22, 2025

The Indian Air Force (IAF) is set to conduct a major combat exercise in Rajasthan from July 23 to 25, focusing on air operations across the western border. The exercise will involve high-tempo sorties, day and night missions, and the participation of frontline fighter jets. A Notice to Airmen (NOTAM) has been issued to restrict […]

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US Not Revamping Indian MiG‑29 Jets

By BPN News Desk July 14, 2025

India’s MiG‑29 fighter jets are not being revamped by the United States, contrary to recent reports circulating online. The Indian Air Force’s MiG‑29 fleet had already undergone a comprehensive upgrade programme nearly two decades ago under a direct contract with Russia. The mid-life upgrade was initiated in 2008 to extend the operational life of the […]

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Israeli LORA May Boost Su-30MKI Strike Power

By BPN News Desk July 10, 2025

India is exploring the integration of Israel’s long-range surface-to-surface missile, LORA, into its Su-30MKI fighter fleet to significantly enhance deep-strike capabilities. The move comes amid the Indian Air Force’s (IAF) push to equip its frontline aircraft with more modern and versatile weapons that can reach targets up to 400 km away with precision. LORA (Long

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IAF Considers Israeli Air LORA Missile for Precision Strikes

By Editor - News Desk July 6, 2025

The Indian Air Force is evaluating the acquisition of Israel Aerospace Industries’ advanced Air‑LORA ballistic missile to significantly enhance its long-range strike capabilities. The Air‑LORA, an air‑launched variant of the LORA missile, offers a range of up to 400 km with precision guidance, enabling deep‑strike potential against heavily defended targets without exposing

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HAL Assures Faster Tejas Deliveries After IAF Flags Delay

By BPN News Desk June 24, 2025

Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL) has moved to address concerns raised by the Indian Air Force (IAF) over delays in the production of the Tejas Mk1A fighter jets. The public rebuke came earlier this year when Air Chief Marshal Amar Preet Singh pointed out that not a single Tejas Mk1A had been delivered so far, casting […]