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South Korea: Two Air Force pilots booked over accidental fighter jet bombing
Seoul, March 13: Two South Korean Air Force fighter jet pilots were booked on Thursday for charges related to last week's accidental bombing of a village after pilot error was found to be the cause of the accident, the Defence Ministry said.
INA veteran marks his 100th birthday by paying tributes at National War Memorial
New Delhi, March 13: Lieutenant Rangaswamy Madhawan Pillai, a 99-year-old veteran of the Indian National Army (INA), marked his 100th birthday on Thursday by laying a wreath at the National War Memorial and the statue of Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose at Kartavya Path.
IAF aiming to induct new multirole fighter jets in 4-5 years, US F-15 Strike Eagle may be new entrant in global tender
New Delhi, March 11: With a high-level committee having accepted the need for getting new multirole fighter jets, the Indian Air Force is looking to start induction of these planes in the next four to five years through a fast tracked global tender.
South Korean Air Force reaffirms pilot error in fighter jet bombing interim probe
Seoul, March 10: The South Korean Air Force on Monday reaffirmed pilot error as the main cause of an unprecedented mistaken bombing on a civilian town last week, as it released the interim probe results of the fighter jet accident.
Study explains why firefighters may face a higher brain cancer risk
New Delhi, March 10: Firefighters with increased exposure to certain chemical compounds are more likely to develop gliomas -- the most common type of malignant brain tumour -- than individuals with other occupations, according to a study on Monday.
South Korea: Number of damaged houses in accidental bombing grows to 142
Seoul, March 9: The number of houses damaged in last week's accidental bombing of a South Korean northern village has grown from 58 to 142 following a second survey, the local government said on Sunday.
Jaguar fighter aircraft crashes in Panchkula, pilot safe
Chandigarh, March 7: A Jaguar fighter aircraft of the Indian Air Force (IAF) crashed near Morni in Haryana's Panchkula district on Friday but the pilot managed to eject safely, officials said.
Accidental fighter jet bombing leaves 29 injured, including 15 civilians in South Korea
Seoul, March 7: The South Korean defence ministry said on Friday that a total of 29 people, including 15 civilians, have been injured from an accidental fighter jet bombing of a northern village earlier this week.
Pilot error blamed for mistaken South Korean fighter jet bombing over Pocheon
Seoul, March 6: Pilot error is suspected to have caused an accidental fighter jet bombing of a civilian area in a border city Thursday in an unprecedented accident that left at least 15 people injured in South Korea, military officials said.
South Korea: 15 injured after KF-16 fighter jets mistakenly drop bombs outside training range
Seoul, March 6: Fifteen people in South Korea were injured on Thursday after two Air Force KF-16 fighter jets mistakenly dropped eight air-to-surface bombs outside a training range during live-fire drills, military officials and fire authorities said, in an unprecedented mistaken bombing on a civilian town.
IAF requirement for more multirole fighter aircraft accepted by Defence Ministry Committee: Sources
New Delhi, March 5: At a time when the Indian Air Force is seeing a fall in squadron strength, it is learnt that a high-level Defence Ministry committee has accepted the need for getting new multirole fighter aircraft for the service to enhance its fighting capabilities.
Philippine Air Force searching for missing fighter jet
Manila, March 4: The Philippine Air Force (PAF) said a search is on for an FA-50 fighter jet that went missing shortly after midnight on Tuesday while on a tactical night operation.
Chhattisgarh budget: Petrol to be Re 1 cheaper from April
Raipur, March 3: As a token of some relief to commoners, the Chhattisgarh government slashed Value Added Tax (VAT) on Petrol by Rs 1 per litre. State Finance Minister O.P.
97th Oscars: L.A. firefighters roast 'Joker 2' producers
Los Angeles, March 3: The Los Angeles firefighters got an opportunity to get on stage and deliver a few zingers during the 97th Oscars awards at the Dolby Theater in Los Angeles.
Oscars 2025: Los Angeles' firefighters receive standing ovation
Los Angeles, March 3: In a heartwarming gesture, the Academy honoured firefighters who helped battle deadly wildfires in Los Angeles on Sunday night.
MP govt opposes Tantya Mama's statue, says Digvijaya Singh
Bhopal, March 2: Former Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister and senior Congress leader, Digvijaya Singh, said on Sunday that he was scheduled to unveil a statue of legendary tribal leader and freedom fighter Tantya Mama in Guna district, however, the state administration stopped the event at the last minute.
Nation pays tribute to revolutionary Chandra Shekhar Azad on his martyrdom day
New Delhi, Feb 27: Leaders from across the political spectrum paid heartfelt tributes to the legendary freedom fighter Chandra Shekhar Azad on his martyrdom day, recalling his immense contributions to India's independence movement.
Randeep Hooda pays tribute to Veer Savarkar on his death anniversary, calls him a pioneering figure
Mumbai, February 26: Actor-director Randeep Hooda remembered freedom fighter Vinayak Damodar Savarkar on his death anniversary.
Nation can never forget his invaluable contribution: PM Modi pays tribute to Veer Savarkar on death anniversary
New Delhi, February 26: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday paid tribute to Hindutva ideologue Veer Savarkar on his death anniversary and said that the nation can never forget his "invaluable contribution."
Randeep Hooda pays tribute to Veer Savarkar on 59th death anniversary
Mumbai, Feb 26: On Vinayak Damodar Savarkar's 59th death anniversary on Wednesday, actor Randeep Hooda, who essayed the role of the freedom fighter in his debut directorial, paid his tribute and said his work redefined the 1857 uprising as a nationwide fight for freedom and inspiring generations of revolutionaries.
Grateful nation can never forget his invaluable contribution: PM Modi's tributes to Savarkar on his death anniversary
New Delhi, Feb 26: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday led the nation in paying tributes to great freedom fighter Vinayak Damodar Savarkar on his death anniversary.
Savarkar's poem 'Anadi Mi, Anant Mi' to receive first Chhatrapati Sambhaji Maharaj Rajya Prerna Geet Award
Mumbai, February 26: Maharashtra Cultural Affairs Minister Ashish Shelar on Tuesday announced that Freedom Fighter Vinayak Damodar Savarkar's poem 'Anadi Mi, Anant Mi' will receive the first Chhatrapati Sambhaji Maharaj Rajya Prerna Geet Award.
Deepika Padukone finally discovers the reason behind her introverted nature
Mumbai, Feb 19: Actress Deepika Padukone recently made a surprising revelation about her personality, uncovering the reason behind her introverted nature.
We will look into it with an open mind: Defence Secretary on American offer for F-35 fighter jets
New Delhi, February 17: Defence Secretary Rajesh Kumar Singh on Monday said India would be looking with an "open mind" to US President Donald Trump's offer to sell F-35 fighter jets to India.
Former Air Force Chief Marshal Vivek Ram Chaudhari highlights nuances of building resilient air defence system
Gandhinagar, February 17: Former Indian Air Force Chief Marshal Vivek Ram Chaudhari on Sunday spoke about the India- US fighter plane deal and also highlighted the need to build a resilient multi-layered air defence system.
Asia-Pacific stellar example of peace, not an arena for geopolitical games: China on potential F-35 transfer
Beijing, February 15: With US President Donald Trump stating that his administration is paving the way to provide India with F35 stealth fighters, China's Foreign Ministry spokesperson Guo Jiakun criticised the move and asserted that the Asia-Pacific region is a "stellar example of peace and development, not an arena for geopolitical games."
US offering India top-of-the-line defence equipment, major defence partnerships will be signed: Former envoy
New Delhi, February 15: Taranjit Singh Sandhu, Former Indian ambassador to the US and a BJP leader, said on Friday that the US has agreed to sell sophisticated defence equipment to India.
How can Prime Minister take unilateral decision: Surjewala raises questions after Trump's F-35 fighter planes announcement
New Delhi, February 15: Following US President Donald Trump's announcement that his administration is paving the way to provide India with F35 stealth fighters, Congress leader Randeep Singh Surjewala pointed out several concerns, including the lack of consultation with the Indian Air Force and defence experts and the absence of recommendations from the Defence Acquisition Council.
US offering India top-of-the-line defence equipment, major defence partnerships will be signed: Former envoy Sandhu
New Delhi, February 14: Taranjit Singh Sandhu, Former Ambassador of India the US and BJP leader said on Friday that the US has agreed to sell sophisticated defence equipment to India.
Modi-Trump bonhomie rattles Pakistan, Pak MoFA expresses concern over potential F-35 transfer
Islamabad, February 14: With US President Donald Trump stating that his administration is paving the way to provide India with F35 stealth fighters, Pakistan on Friday expressed concerns saying that the move will disrupt the regional military balance, undermine strategic stability, and hinder efforts to achieve lasting peace in South Asia.
US to pave way for providing F-35 stealth fighter planes to India, increase military sales: President Trump
Washington DC, February 14: In a significant announcement, US President Donald Trump on Thursday said that the United States will be increasing its military sales to India by billions of dollars and his administration is paving the way to provide India with F35 Stealth fighters.
HAL clocks 14 pc jump in Q3 net profit at Rs 1,440 crore
New Delhi, Feb 12: Government-owned Hindustan Aeronautics Ltd (HAL) on Wednesday reported a robust 14 per cent increase in consolidated net profit at Rs 1,440 crore for the October-December quarter of the current financial year compared to the corresponding figure of Rs 1,261 crore in the same period of 2023-24.
US fighter aircraft on display at Aero India air show in Bengaluru
Bengaluru, February 9: US Air Force's F-35 fifth generation fighter aircraft is participating at the Aero India air show that begins on Monday in Bengaluru
Aero India 2025: HAL's light utility helicopter, fighter jet to take centre stage
Bengaluru, Feb 9: Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL) will display its light utility helicopter, fighter jet and training aircraft at the five-day Aero India 2025 show which will start at Yelahanka Airforce Station on February 10.
Aero India 2025: India's AMCA fighter jet to feature AI technologies
New Delhi, February 9: India's indigenous fifth-generation Advanced Medium Combat Aircraft (AMCA) will be displayed at five-day long Aero India 2025 show beginning tomorrow in Bengaluru to demonstrate the air prowess and technological progress. The aircraft has been designed by the Aeronautical Development Agency (ADA) for the use of the Indian Air Force (IAF).
Three Indian pro boxers ready for the Super Fighter Series
Bengaluru, January 28: Three Indian professional boxing stars are set to compete in the Super Fighter Series, an international professional boxing event scheduled for February 7 in Bangkok, Thailand.
It has boosted my patriotism: Libia Lobo Sardesai after being selected for Padma Shri
Panaji, January 27: Libia Lobo Sardesai, a participant in Goa's Liberation War, has expressed her gratitude to the Central and Goa governments after her name was announced for this year's Padma Shri award."
CM Sawant congratulates Goa's War of Liberation icon Libia Lobo Sardesai for Padma Shri
Panaji, January 26: Goa Chief Minister Pramod Sawant extended heartfelt congratulations to 101-year-old Libia Lobo Sardesai, a participant in Goa's Liberation War, on being announced to receive the prestigious Padma Shri award on Sunday.
Tamil Nadu: Fire breaks out in paper warehouse in Chennai
Chennai, January 26: A fire broke out in a paper warehouse in Tamil Nadu's Chennai on Sunday.
Mansoor bin Mohammed attends 'Road to Champions in Dubai' tournament
Dubai, January 26: Mansoor bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Chairman of the Dubai Sports Council, attended the 'Road to Champions in Dubai' tournament held today at the Coca-Cola Arena in Dubai. The event was organised by the Professional Fighters League (PFL) as part of its partnership with the Dubai Department of Economy and Tourism and the Dubai Sports Council.