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#IndianAirForce #IAF #AdvancedJetTrainer Next-Gen Combat Trainer: How IAF Plans To Train Its Future 'Top Guns'The Indian Air Force has launched a major programme to acquire 150 advanced jet trainer aircraft, signalling a complete overhaul of its pilot training system. These new trainers will replace the ageing Hawk Mk132 fleet, which has been the backbone of advanced training since 2008. Classified as StageIII platforms, they will prepare young fighter pilots for frontline aircraft such as the T

Watch the song - Woh Aaega Ka from hindi series 'Operation Safed Sagar' starring Siddharth, Jimmy Shergill, Prajakta Koli and Indra Mohan Singh. 'Operation Safed Sagar' song - Woh Aaega Ka is sung by Raghav Chaitanya and music is given by Anurag Saikia. Lyrics of ' Operation Safed Sagar' song - Woh Aaega Ka are written by Raj Shekhar. To know more about song - Woh Aaega Ka from Siddharth, Jimmy Shergill, Prajakta Koli and Indra Mohan Singh starrer 'Operation Safed Sagar' watch the video.

Outgoing White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt has sparked fresh speculation after footage surfaced showing her in a tense-looking exchange with U.S. President Donald Trump's adviser Natalie Harp during a Marine One interaction. A lipreader claims to have deciphered parts of their conversation, including the words Are you sure? and This has now happened twice. However, the interpretation has not been independently verified, and there is no evidence the exchange was connected to Leavitt's

Shiromani Akali Dal chief Sukhbir Singh Badal has called the Kirpan attack on him inside a Nanded gurdwara a larger conspiracy aimed at disturbing peace in Punjab ahead of the 2027 Assembly elections. Badal, discharged after a 90-minute surgery, suffered a five-centimetre wound on his forearm and said he would not be intimidated. Police have arrested Jaspal Singh, a gurdwara sewadar, and registered cases including attempt to murder and Arms Act offences. Investigators are probing the motive behi

Iran has issued a fresh warning to the United States, saying American threats will only strengthen Tehran's resolve. In a new statement, Ebrahim Zolfaghari, spokesperson for Iran's Khatam al-Anbiya Central Headquarters, accused Washington of repeatedly testing Iran's military and warned that any threat against the Islamic Republic would be met with a response.The remarks come amid rising tensions between Iran and the US over the Strait of Hormuz, after President Donald Trump claimed Washington h

India is betting Rs 23,731 crore on GOBARdhan to turn cattle dung, crop residue and organic waste into compressed biogas while creating a new rural energy economy.

Tamil Nadu Chief Minister C. Joseph Vijay has written to Prime Minister Narendra Modi, urging the Centre to permanently fix the strength of the Lok Sabha at 543 seats. Vijay has also called for the existing state-wise distribution of Lok Sabha seats to remain unchanged and highlighted Tamil Nadus demand for 33 percent reservation for women in the upcoming Lok Sabha elections and subsequent Assembly polls. The demand comes amid concerns in southern states over the possible impact of population-ba

Watch the song - Pavan Ni Lahero Ma Udya Pankhi Ka from gujarati movie 'Tom & Cherry' starring Siddharth Randeria, Dhanya Doshi and Anurag Prapanna. 'Tom & Cherry' song - Pavan Ni Lahero Ma Udya Pankhi Ka is sung by Shaan and music is given by Manish Bhanushali. Lyrics of 'Tom & Cherry' song - Pavan Ni Lahero Ma Udya Pankhi Ka are written by Humayun Makrani. To know more about song - Pavan Ni Lahero Ma Udya Pankhi Ka from Siddharth Randeria, Dhanya Doshi and Anurag Prapanna starrer 'Tom & Cherry

Delhi has been placed on heightened security alert after the airport and Delhi High Court received bomb threats via email ahead of Independence Day. The threatening message warned of blasts on August 15 and named several other locations, including IGI Terminal 3, district courts, Saket, Jhandewalan and government offices. Threats were also issued against the Delhi Metro and Ambala-bound trains. Security checks have been intensified and fire tenders deployed. Authorities are investigating the ema

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A senior IRGC Navy commander has issued a stark warning that Iran is prepared to confront any U.S. attempt to forcibly reopen the Strait of Hormuz or seize Iranian-controlled islands in the Persian Gulf. Speaking to Lebanon's Al-Akhbar, the commander claimed that any American ground assault would trigger a historic response and that no U.S. target in the region would be spared. The unnamed commander also claimed Iran has spent 31 years preparing to defend its Gulf islands, has successfully enfor

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A commercial tanker was struck by a drone while sailing out of the Strait of Hormuz, according to the UK Maritime Trade Operations (UKMTO). The vessel suffered minor damage, while all crew members were reported safe and no environmental impact was recorded. The incident comes as tensions rise across the strategic waterway amid the U.S.-Iran conflict, raising fresh concerns over maritime security, global shipping and energy supplies.

What if Pakistan had never been created? In June 1946, Muhammad Ali Jinnah and the Muslim League accepted the Cabinet Mission Plana British proposal that explicitly rejected a sovereign Pakistan and kept British India within one Union. The catch was enormous autonomy for Muslim-majority provincial groups and a deliberately weak centre controlling mainly defence, foreign affairs and communications. Jinnah had not abandoned Pakistan; he believed the arrangement could secure much of the autonomy he

In a joint statement, the two companies said they would explore setting up an Aerospace Gas Turbine Complex in India. The proposed facility would aim to develop expertise across the entire engine lifecycle, including design, development, manufacturing, testing, production and long-term maintenance and support. The partnership would bring together Rolls-Royce's experience in aero-engine technology with Reliance's capabilities in technology, manufacturing and project execution.

China's growing aircraft carrier fleet faces significant submarine threats. Adversaries like the US and Japan possess advanced submarines capable of undetected attacks. China's anti-submarine warfare capabilities show persistent gaps in tracking hostile vessels. Beijing's carriers are moving further into the Pacific, increasing their exposure. This strategic shift aims to project power but heightens vulnerability to ambushes.

Nigel Farage claimed a decisive win in the Clacton parliamentary by-election, following his resignation amid controversies surrounding his financial dealings. His nearest rival, the comedic character Count Binface, surprisingly garnered a considerable share of support. Meanwhile, prominent parties in Westminster chose to abstain from the election, deeming it a mere political ploy. This by-election stemmed from Farage's prior resignation and his ambition to retake his seat.

Shubman Gill's World Test Championship (WTC) mission begins in Galle, where India need a strong run of results to keep their hopes of reaching next year's final alive. With the captain stressing the importance of preparation, India head into the series opener against Sri Lanka with a rejigged squad, a potential three-spin attack and their eyes firmly on The Oval, where the final of the WTC will be played

Seven workers have died and one remains missing after a landslide caused a cavity inside an under-construction tunnel in Mayapur (Piplikota), Chamoli district, Uttarakhand. Water and debris entered the tunnel, trapping 22 workers inside. According to the latest official information, 14 workers have been rescued, while seven have died and one remains unaccounted for. Rescue teams from the Army, ITBP, NDRF, SDRF and other agencies were deployed as search and rescue operations continued.

The United States has named India as a major part of what a White House report calls a shadow transhipment network allegedly used to reroute Chinese goods through third countries and enter the US market at lower tariff rates. The report, titled The Great Transhipment Scam and prepared by Trump adviser Peter Navarro, estimates potentially illegal transhipment at roughly $60 billion and says the practice has cost the US government tens of billions of dollars in lost tariff revenue.

Emraan Hashmis Awarapan 2 and Sunny Deols Batwara 1947 have opened to strong early audience reactions. While Emraans return as Shivam Pandit is winning praise for its nostalgia, emotion and screen presence, Sunny Deols performance and the emotional Partition narrative are striking a chord with viewers. Heres a look at the first reactions to both films and how the big Independence Day box office clash is shaping up.

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Operation Safed Sagar began with challenges in high-altitude combat and unguided bombing accuracy. The introduction of Mirage 2000 aircraft with laser-guided bombs proved decisive. These precision strikes helped recapture key positions like Tiger Hill. The campaign demonstrated air power's precision and political discipline simultaneously. Lessons learned continue to shape India's future air combat planning.

MacKenzie Scott is leading the charge in medical debt relief, having made groundbreaking donations that freed over $40 billion for families burdened by this often overwhelming responsibility. Her innovative approach, which involves acquiring debt at minimal costs for cancellation, has inspired other billionaires to make similar contributions. Yet, the call for broader policy reform lingers, revealing the constraints of this philanthropic model.

Operation Safed Sagar showed Indian air power's Kargil War improvisations. Operation Sindoor in 2025 demonstrated a transformed, decisive air force. Technological advancements and improved training fueled this significant transformation. Joint doctrinal maturity and political resolve also played crucial roles. Indian air power is now a strategic instrument shaping outcomes at speed.

In an exclusive interview with TOI, Prashant Kishor said the word Bihari has increasingly become a slur, particularly for migrants from the state. He attributed the stigma to Bihar's poverty and lack of opportunities, and called for voters to prioritise education, jobs and good governance over caste and party loyalty.

A passenger train derailed in southern England on Thursday, seriously injuring two people and leaving nine others with minor injuries, according to British Transport Police. Three carriages overturned as emergency services rushed to the scene.

The sacred morning aarti at Mahakaleshwar Temple in Ujjain filled the revered shrine with chants, devotion and spiritual energy. Devotees gathered to seek the blessings of Lord Mahakal as the day began in a spiritually charged atmosphere.

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