India, Japan to conduct two-week air exercise Veer Guardian in Jodhpur from today
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Tue, 8 September 2026
1 report- Times of India20:07first to report
Fri, 18 September 2026
3 reports- Times of India11:35
Hindustan Aeronautics Limited delivered Tejas twin-seater trainers and HTT-40 basic trainers to the Indian Air Force. Dhruv Next Generation helicopters were also handed over to Pawan Hans Limited. These deliveries mark a significant step in India's self-reliance journey for aerospace. The HTT-40 aircraft will support basic pilot training stages. The Tejas twin-seaters will aid in advanced type-conversion training for pilots.
- Times of India12:28
HAL successfully delivered two LCA Tejas twin-seater trainers to the Indian Air Force, along with the first HTT-40 basic trainer, dubbed Ankur. Additionally, four Dhruv Next Generation helicopters were handed over to Pawan Hans Limited. These significant deliveries mark the initiation of a new phase in HAL's contract obligations, showcasing India's ongoing strides in indigenous defence manufacturing capabilities.
- prokerala.com16:05
Government-owned aerospace giant Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL) handed over two Light Combat Aircraft (LCA) Tejas final operational clearance twi....
Sun, 20 September 2026
1 report- idrw.org15:55
Indian Air Force chief Air Chief Marshal Amar Preet Singh and Japan Air Self-Defense Force (JASDF) Chief of Staff, General Takehiro Morita, took a sortie
Mon, 21 September 2026
2 reports- Times of India05:23
Exercise Veer Guardian 2026 highlights India-Japan defence ties strengthening significantly. Japanese fighter aircraft operated from India for the first time during the exercise. This demonstrates growing trust and interoperability between the two Indo-Pacific powers. Defence technology cooperation has also gained momentum with joint projects. Both nations are committed to a free and open Indo-Pacific region.
- Times of India06:48
Jodhpur will host India's renowned multinational air exercise, Tarang Shakti, gathering global air forces for collaborative aerial operations and tactical training. Building on the momentum from the India-Japan air combat exercise Veer Guardian, this event will facilitate the exchange of operational practices and execution of intricate aerial missions. The primary objective is to enhance interoperability and deepen understanding of various operational protocols.
Tue, 22 September 2026
2 reports- dailyexcelsior.com10:06
New Delhi, Sep 22: Seven foreign nations – the US, France, Germany, Australia, Bangladesh, Sri Lanka and the UAE – will participate in the second edition of Exercise Tarang Shakti to be held at the Jodhpur Air Force Station from...
- hindustantimes.com13:08
The LCA Mk-1A is central to the IAF’s push to shore up its fighter fleet, which faces a worrying shortfall and has placed two orders for 180 Mk-1A fighter jets. | India News
Wed, 23 September 2026
2 reports- Times of India06:12
The multi-nation air exercise Tarang Shakti will take place at the Indian Air Force base in Jodhpur. Scheduled from September 26 to October 11, the exercise will involve around 40 countries. The Indian Air Force aims to integrate lessons from Operation Sindoor into training scenarios during the drills. This training will include various air operations involving advanced aircraft and combat scenarios.
- Times of India13:05
The Indian Air Force is hosting the second edition of Tarang Shakti from September 26 to October 11. Nearly 40 air forces from various countries, including the United States and France, are participating in this exercise. This initiative aims to enhance military interoperability and share operational best practices among global air forces. The presence of advanced aircraft like the F-35 highlights the significance of this training.
Sat, 26 September 2026
1 report- Times of India20:44
Thu, 1 October 2026
1 report- idrw.org11:01
The US Embassy highlighted F-35 capabilities during Tarang Shakti 2026, prompting Indian defence enthusiasts to question the absence of a formal offer.
Sat, 3 October 2026
1 report- Times of India07:57
In a recent statement, IAF chief Air Chief Marshal AP Singh emphasized the urgent need for the Indian Air Force to explore alternative fighter platforms due to ongoing delays in the AMCA project. He pointed out that the current count of 29 fighter squadrons is below the sanctioned number. Negotiations are under progress for the acquisition of 114 Rafale fighters, with a significant portion of production dedicated to India.
Mon, 5 October 2026
1 report- Times of India05:29
The Indian Air Force chief has highlighted the ongoing shortage of fighter aircraft within the organization. The current fleet consists of 29 fighter squadrons, much lower than the authorized strength. Efforts are underway to expedite the production of the Tejas Mark-1A and finalize the 114-aircraft Multi-Role Fighter Aircraft deal. Additionally, the Air Force is considering procuring fifth-generation fighters if domestic production experiences delays.
Tue, 6 October 2026
1 report- South China Morning Post04:47
US F-35 stealth fighters have joined Indian warplanes for military exercises near the Pakistan border in recent days, marking the first time America’s most advanced multirole combat aircraft has taken part in joint drills in India. The US jets’ participation in the drills “signals a degree of military confidence and interoperability that is difficult to manufacture through communiques”, Sushant Singh, a South Asian studies lecturer at Yale University and former Indian Army officer, told This...
Thu, 8 October 2026
2 reports- Times of India10:25
Raised on 8 October 1932, the Indian Air Force began with four Westland Wapiti biplanes and five Indian pilots at Drigh Road, Karachi. Today it is the world's fourth-largest air force, operating fighters such as the Su-30MKI, Rafale and Tejas, though it fields around 29 fighter squadrons against a sanctioned 42. Its combat record spans the Second World War, the wars of 1947-48, 1965 and 1971, Kargil, Balakot and Operation Sindoor. The force is now evolving into a networked aerospace power,...
- Times of India13:06
Before the Indian Air Force took its first flight in 1933, a lesser-known chapter of its history was already taking shape. The story of the Hawai Sepoys goes back to the early years of the force, when finding and training skilled personnel was among its first challenges. Their journey offers a glimpse into how the IAF's foundations were laid.
Sat, 10 October 2026
2 reports- Times of India03:14
Bhawana Kanth has made a historic mark as the first female officer in the Indian Air Force to achieve the prestigious rank of Fighter Combat Leader. Since childhood, her passion for aircraft spurred her military aspirations. As one of India's pioneering women fighter pilots, she has actively partaken in major military events.
- idrw.org14:31
Air Chief Marshal AP Singh says India has received no official US offer for the F-35, while Russia’s Su-57 proposal remains under evaluation.
Mon, 12 October 2026
1 report- Times of India05:15
The US Air Force showcased the F-35 at Exercise Tarang Shakti while maintaining strict security controls. Air Chief Marshal AP Singh expressed frustration about limited access to the aircraft. He raised concerns about India's own fifth-generation fighter development, urging for expedited processes. India's current fighter strength faces challenges due to delays in deliveries of Tejas Mk-1A. The IAF is actively planning to acquire additional Rafale aircraft to enhance capabilities.
Tue, 13 October 2026
1 report- Times of India06:46
Air Chief Marshal AP Singh completed his final sortie on the Tejas aircraft during Exercise Tarang Shakti 2026. The exercise included multinational participation, highlighting operational capabilities and improving joint training. Singh has a long-standing association with the Tejas as a test pilot and has extensive flying experience. His tenure as IAF chief will end on October 31, after significant contributions to the Air Force.
Sun, 18 October 2026
1 report- indiatimes.com19:07
Hovering in Kashi’s sky above Ganga, the fleet of Sarang helicopters and twin-engine, tandem-rotor heavy-lift helicopter Boeing CH-47 Chinook are fanning the excitement ahead of the proposed IAF Air Show-2026, from Oct 22 onwards.
Mon, 19 October 2026
1 report- South China Morning Post00:00
India has a soaring ambition to modernise its air force, built around a fleet of domestically developed fighter jets. Yet production of these aircraft has been hampered by engine delays and other bottlenecks that defence analysts say could limit its ability to fight future air wars. On October 11 at an airbase in Jodhpur, Air Chief Marshal A.P. Singh strapped into a Tejas jet for the last time. It was his final fighter sortie before retiring later this month and he flew it in an Indian-built...
Tue, 20 October 2026
3 reports- dailyexcelsior.com08:16
Hyderabad, Oct 20: IAF Chief Air Chief Marshal AP Singh, who will superannuate at the end of this month, flew a Kiran aircraft at the Air Force Academy (AFA) at Dundigal near here on Tuesday in his final trainer sortie,...
- Times of India09:53
Air Chief Marshal AP Singh completed his flying career with a last sortie in a Kiran aircraft. He flew alongside his former instructor, Wing Commander V S Kochchar, who trained him four decades ago. The flight took place at the Air Force Academy in Dundigal near Hyderabad, marking a significant moment for Singh. Singh expressed gratitude for Kochchar's guidance during his early flying days at the academy.
- idrw.org15:01
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Wed, 21 October 2026
1 report- Times of India11:27
Varanasi will host the Indian Air Force's ‘Wings Over Ganges’ aerial display on October 25, 2023. This event will feature fighter aircraft, helicopters, and aerobatic teams performing over the Ganga. The display is part of the service’s 94th anniversary celebrations and will include nine formations. Prime Minister Narendra Modi is expected to attend the aerial show. Rehearsals have already been conducted in Varanasi in preparation for the main event.
Sun, 25 October 2026
3 reports- Times of India03:59
- hindustantimes.com05:16
His remarks came amid global concerns over China's increasing military assertiveness in the Indo-Pacific. | India News
- webindia123.com14:11