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IAF Su-30 MKI fighter jet goes missing after Assam take-off

IAF Su-30 MKI fighter jet goes missing after Assam take-off

Rediff.com1 hour ago

An Indian Air Force Su-30 MKI fighter jet went missing shortly after taking off from Jorhat airbase in Assam, prompting a search and rescue operation.

Iran shares video of shooting down US F-15 fighter jet

Iran shares video of shooting down US F-15 fighter jet

Rediff.com3 days ago

Referring to local sources, IRNA shared a video clip that it claims shows the downing of the American F-15 fighter jet in Kuwait.

Video shows female BLA fighter in clash with Pakistani forces

Video shows female BLA fighter in clash with Pakistani forces

Rediff.com2 Feb 2026

The Balochistan Liberation Army (BLA) has released videos and images highlighting the involvement of female fighters in its ongoing campaign in Balochistan.

PHOTOS: Stunning cockpit views from IAF fighter jets

PHOTOS: Stunning cockpit views from IAF fighter jets

Rediff.com27 Jan 2026

Several aircraft, including Rafale, Su-30, P8i, Mig-29, and Apache, were a part of the fly-past. Here are some of the incredible images from the grand ceremony.

Pak PM claims many countries keen in buying its fighter jets

Pak PM claims many countries keen in buying its fighter jets

Rediff.com15 Jan 2026

Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif claims several countries are in talks with Pakistan to acquire its fighter jets following last year's conflict with India. The JF-17 Thunder is reportedly a key focus.

Bangladesh wants to buy JF-17 fighter jets from Pakistan

Bangladesh wants to buy JF-17 fighter jets from Pakistan

Rediff.com7 Jan 2026

Bangladesh has expressed a potential interest in procuring JF-17 Thunder fighter aircraft from Pakistan, according to a statement from the Pakistan military. The development came during a meeting between the air chiefs of both countries, focusing on strengthening operational cooperation and institutional synergy.

President Witnesses IAF's Vayu Shakti

President Witnesses IAF's Vayu Shakti

Rediff.com5 days ago

Vayu Shakti-2026 showcased the Indian Air Force's readiness for combat operations in both day and night conditions.

Pakistan denies halting military operation against Afghan Taliban

Pakistan denies halting military operation against Afghan Taliban

Rediff.com4 days ago

A Pakistan minister refuted social media reports about the conclusion of the operation against Afghan Taliban, stating that the operation is continuing with full intensity.

President Murmu to Fly in indigenous combat helicopter Prachand

President Murmu to Fly in indigenous combat helicopter Prachand

Rediff.com7 days ago

President Droupadi Murmu will fly in the indigenously developed Light Combat Helicopter (LCH) 'Prachand' at the Jaisalmer Air Force Station. She will also attend the IAF's mega firepower demonstration 'Vayu Shakti' at the Pokhran Field Firing Range.

Kuwait shoots down 3 US F-15Es by mistake; drone hits Qatari sites

Kuwait shoots down 3 US F-15Es by mistake; drone hits Qatari sites

Rediff.com3 days ago

The military command clarified in a statement published on X that the aircraft were engaged in error during active combat operations on Sunday.

India to buy 5 more S-400 Sudarshan air defence squadrons from Russia

India to buy 5 more S-400 Sudarshan air defence squadrons from Russia

Rediff.com2 days ago

In Operation Sindoor, Pakistan had deployed additional squadrons of the Chinese-origin HQ-9 air defence systems, which could not do much against the Indian aircraft when they brought down multiple terror targets inside Pakistan.

Iran's defence minister, Guards commander killed in US-Israel strikes: Report

Iran's defence minister, Guards commander killed in US-Israel strikes: Report

Rediff.com5 days ago

A joint attack by the United States and Israel on Iran has triggered a massive military confrontation in the Middle-East.

US used Anthropic AI in strikes against Iran: Report

US used Anthropic AI in strikes against Iran: Report

Rediff.com3 days ago

The United States used an array of weapons in the strikes conducted against Iran as part of Operation Epic Fury on Saturday -- which included artificial intelligence services from Anthropic, according to a report by Reuters.

Who Is C Rajagopalachari, Whose Bust Replaced Lutyens' At Rashtrapati Bhavan?

Who Is C Rajagopalachari, Whose Bust Replaced Lutyens' At Rashtrapati Bhavan?

Rediff.com24 Feb 2026

Rajaji, an ardent follower of Gandhi, was a freedom fighter, scholar, jurist, statesman and the first recipient of the Bharat Ratna along with S Radhakrishnan and C V Raman.

ESFI Opens Nationals For Asian Games Esports Qualification

ESFI Opens Nationals For Asian Games Esports Qualification

Rediff.com21 Feb 2026

ESFI opens registrations for National Esports Championships to select India's squad for the 2026 Asian Games in Aichi-Nagoya.

India, France eye mega deal for missiles used in Operation Sindoor

India, France eye mega deal for missiles used in Operation Sindoor

Rediff.com11 Feb 2026

The SCALP missiles were launched by the Indian Air Force Rafale fighter jets along with the BrahMos supersonic cruise missiles to take out the terrorist headquarters in Muridke and Bahawalpur districts of Pakistan.

Pakistan Claims Targets Achieved in Afghanistan Operation

Pakistan Claims Targets Achieved in Afghanistan Operation

Rediff.com6 hours ago

A close aide to Pakistan's Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif claims that Pakistan has achieved its targets in the recent military operation against Afghanistan, following attacks by Afghan Taliban forces along the border.

India to buy 114 Rafale jets in largest-ever arms push

India to buy 114 Rafale jets in largest-ever arms push

Rediff.com12 Feb 2026

The Indian Defence Ministry has approved the procurement of 114 Rafale fighter jets from France, a significant step towards bolstering the Indian Air Force's combat capabilities. The decision comes ahead of French President Emmanuel Macron's visit to India.

67 Taliban killed in overnight operation: Pakistan

67 Taliban killed in overnight operation: Pakistan

Rediff.com2 days ago

Pakistani security forces have reportedly killed dozens of Afghan Taliban personnel in overnight operations along the southwestern border, repulsing attacks at multiple locations.

Rajnath May Approve Rs 2.70 Trillion Rafales Today

Rajnath May Approve Rs 2.70 Trillion Rafales Today

Rediff.com12 Feb 2026

If approved, the fighters would help the IAF to build its reducing squadrons, especially after the MiG-21 was decommissioned last year.

Starmer Calls for Iran Settlement, Sends More Jets to West Asia

Starmer Calls for Iran Settlement, Sends More Jets to West Asia

Rediff.com2 hours ago

British Prime Minister Keir Starmer has called for a negotiated settlement with Iran and deployed additional fighter jets to West Asia to strengthen the UK's defensive operations.

Modi To Land On Highway In Assam

Modi To Land On Highway In Assam

Rediff.com13 Feb 2026

The PM's landing will be followed by an IAF airshow featuring around 16 aircraft.

DRDO successfully tests fighter escape system at 800 km/h

DRDO successfully tests fighter escape system at 800 km/h

Rediff.com2 Dec 2025

The DRDO conducted the test in collaboration with the Aeronautical Development Agency and Hindustan Aeronautics Limited.

WATCH: Lara Dutta's Tear-Stained Plea From Dubai

WATCH: Lara Dutta's Tear-Stained Plea From Dubai

Rediff.com6 hours ago

'No civilian deserves to live in fear. No civilian deserves to be caught up in a war which is destabilising the entire region.'

Pakistan Declares 'Open War' After Airstrikes on Afghan Taliban

Pakistan Declares 'Open War' After Airstrikes on Afghan Taliban

Rediff.com6 days ago

Pakistan declared an 'open war' with Afghanistan following airstrikes targeting Taliban fighters in response to alleged cross-border attacks. The situation has drawn international concern, with calls for de-escalation and diplomatic resolution.

Mamata Banerjee to Hold Dharna Against Electoral Roll Deletions

Mamata Banerjee to Hold Dharna Against Electoral Roll Deletions

Rediff.com4 hours ago

West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee is set to hold a dharna in Kolkata against alleged arbitrary deletions in the state's electoral rolls, marking a return to her roots as a street fighter and signalling a key political battle ahead of Assembly elections.

5 Tejas are fully ready for delivery, says HAL

5 Tejas are fully ready for delivery, says HAL

Rediff.com5 Feb 2026

The delivery of the jets are facing delays primarily due to GE Aerospace missing several deadlines for supply of its aero engines to power the jets.

UK Calls for Negotiation After US-Israel Strikes on Iran

UK Calls for Negotiation After US-Israel Strikes on Iran

Rediff.com5 days ago

The British government has called for a negotiated solution to prevent further escalation of conflict in the Middle East following joint strikes by the US and Israel on Iran, emphasizing the safety of UK nationals and the need to prevent Iran from developing nuclear weapons.

VIDEO: Modi makes historic landing at Assam highway airstrip

VIDEO: Modi makes historic landing at Assam highway airstrip

Rediff.com14 Feb 2026

Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated the Northeast's first Emergency Landing Facility in Assam, boosting regional defense and disaster response capabilities.

BJP Promises to Replicate Assam Model in Bengal

BJP Promises to Replicate Assam Model in Bengal

Rediff.com3 days ago

BJP national president Nitin Nabin announced the party's plan to replicate Assam's 'detect, delete and deport' model to expel alleged Bangladeshi infiltrators in West Bengal if voted to power.

Trump now says 200% tariff warning stopped India-Pakistan conflict

Trump now says 200% tariff warning stopped India-Pakistan conflict

Rediff.com20 Feb 2026

Trump repeated the assertion that Sharif had claimed he saved "25 million lives" when he stopped the war between India and Pakistan.

'Pakistan Treats Afghanistan As Its Province'

'Pakistan Treats Afghanistan As Its Province'

Rediff.com3 days ago

'The unexpected turn of events and assertion of sovereignty by the Taliban has baffled the Pakistan security establishment.'

'Geopolitical Realities Have Turned Afghanistan And Pakistan Into Enemies'

'Geopolitical Realities Have Turned Afghanistan And Pakistan Into Enemies'

Rediff.com6 days ago

'Islamabad feels it has no alternative, but to address the challenges from the Afghan-Taliban through an open war.'

'Pakistan Can Only Disintegrate If Any External Power Intervenes'

'Pakistan Can Only Disintegrate If Any External Power Intervenes'

Rediff.com3 days ago

'If this region destabilises, then we are not far away. This region should not destabilise.'

'Taliban Has Been Giving Pakistan Army Hell'

'Taliban Has Been Giving Pakistan Army Hell'

Rediff.com3 days ago

'We need to give Pakistan something serious to think about on its eastern front -- that is the only way to actually help Afghanistan right now.'

MMA icon Ronda Rousey makes epic comeback

MMA icon Ronda Rousey makes epic comeback

Rediff.com17 Feb 2026

Former UFC champion Ronda Rousey will return to MMA after a decade-long hiatus to fight Gina Carano in a highly anticipated match streamed on Netflix.

270 Taliban, 12 Pak soldiers killed as Islamabad declares open war on Kabul

270 Taliban, 12 Pak soldiers killed as Islamabad declares open war on Kabul

Rediff.com6 days ago

Pakistan launched a retaliatory operation, 'Ghazab lil Haq,' against the Afghan Taliban following alleged border attacks, resulting in reported casualties and destruction of Taliban infrastructure.

Shubhanshu Shukla conferred Ashoka Chakra award for space mission

Shubhanshu Shukla conferred Ashoka Chakra award for space mission

Rediff.com26 Jan 2026

Group Captain Shukla was commissioned into the fighter stream of the Indian Air Force in June 2006.

T20 World Cup: When Fearless Kishan, Explosive Pandya Flattened Namibia

T20 World Cup: When Fearless Kishan, Explosive Pandya Flattened Namibia

Rediff.com13 Feb 2026

Hardik Pandya and Ishan Kishan are representatives of a new generation, unfazed by pace, bounce, or any bowler.

Two Maoists carrying Rs 7 lakh bounty killed in Chhattisgarh encounter

Two Maoists carrying Rs 7 lakh bounty killed in Chhattisgarh encounter

Rediff.com30 Jan 2026

Two Naxalites, carrying a collective reward of Rs 7 lakh, were killed in an encounter with security forces in Bijapur district of Chhattisgarh. The operation was launched based on inputs about the presence of Maoist cadres in the area.