Group Captain Subhanshu Shukla enchanted by Dal Lake, calls visit to Srinagar a memorable experience
Srinagar, July 20,2026- Group Captain Subhanshu Shukla described his visit to Srinagar as a memorable experience, expressing admiration for the breathtaking beauty of Dal Lake and the warm hospitality extended by the people of Kashmir. Speaking during his visit, Group Captain Shukla said it was wonderful to spend time beside the iconic Dal Lake, calling […]
MiG-21s retired: IAF bids farewell to iconic fighter jets after 63 years
Kashmir, 26 September , 2025 – In a historic moment, all airborne MiG-21 aircraft of the Indian Air Force (IAF) executed their final operational landing simultaneously, marking the end of an era for India’s longest-serving fighter jets. Inducted into service in 1963, the Soviet-origin MiG-21s have been the backbone of India’s air defence for over […]
IAF airdrops 5.9 tonnes of food in landslide-hit Udhampur
Udhampur, September 7, 2025 – The Indian Air Force has airdropped 5.9 tonnes of food and essential relief materials in landslide-affected areas of Udhampur, Jammu and Kashmir, as part of ongoing Humanitarian Assistance and Disaster Relief operations. The operation, conducted in coordination with the Indian Army, National Disaster Response Force (NDRF), and State Disaster Response […]
Indian Air Force conducts Airdrop Mission in flood-hit Udhampur, Jammu and Kashmir
Udhampur, September 7,2025: The Indian Air Force (IAF) carried out a critical airdrop mission in Udhampur district of Jammu and Kashmir to provide relief to people affected by recent floods and landslides. Heavy rains in the region have triggered widespread damage, leaving several villages cut off and many residents stranded without essential supplies. The IAF […]
DC Aayushi Sudan Celebrates Life’s Miracle: Airlifted Mother Delivers Baby Girl in Samba
SAMBA, JAMMU AND KASHMIR — In a remarkable display of resilience against devastating floods in Sumb Block, a pregnant woman was airlifted in a critical rescue mission, safely giving birth to a healthy baby girl at District Hospital Samba. The operation, spearheaded by Deputy Commissioner Aayushi Sudan in coordination with the Indian Air Force, disaster […]
ISRO successfully conducts first Integrated Air Drop Test (IADT-01) for Gaganyaan Mission
Kashmir, August 25, 2025: The Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) achieved a significant milestone in its ambitious Gaganyaan mission, India’s first human spaceflight program, by successfully conducting the Integrated Air Drop Test (IADT-01) on Sunday. This critical test validated the parachute-based deceleration system designed to ensure the safe recovery of the crew module during re-entry and landing. The test was carried out near Sriharikota, Andhra […]
Shubhanshu Shukla meets Union Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on ISS Mission, Gaganyaan
Kashmir, August 22, 2025 – Group Captain Shubhanshu Shukla, the first Indian astronaut to board the International Space Station (ISS), met Union Defence Minister Rajnath Singh in New Delhi on Thursday, marking a significant moment in India’s journey toward human spaceflight. The meeting, held at South Block, focused on Shukla’s groundbreaking space journey, the vital […]
Shubhanshu Shukla: First Indian astronaut on ISS
Kashmir, June 25, 2025 – Group Captain Shubhanshu Shukla, a distinguished Indian Air Force officer from Lucknow, scripted history as the first Indian astronaut to embark on a mission to live and work aboard the International Space Station (ISS). Launched on June 25, 2025, at 12:01 PM IST aboard SpaceX’s Falcon 9 rocket as part […]
J&K LG Manoj Sinha reviews damage in Tangdhar after Pakistan shelling
Srinagar, May 17, 2025 – Jammu and Kashmir Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha visited the border area in the Tangdhar Sector on Saturday to evaluate the extensive damage caused by unprovoked heavy shelling from Pakistan. The shelling, which targeted civilian areas, resulted in significant destruction of homes, commercial properties, and infrastructure, prompting urgent action from the […]
Defence Minister Rajnath Singh Visits Bhuj Air Force Station, Interacts with Air Warriors
Defence Minister Rajnath Singh visited Bhuj, Gujarat, where he interacted with Air Warriors at the Bhuj Air Force Station. He was accompanied by the Chief of Air Staff, Air Chief Marshal AP Singh, who had also arrived at the station earlier in the day. The visit reflected the Defence Ministry’s continued focus on strengthening the […]