In a landmark development in the history of the Indian Defence Forces, the first batch of women cadets trained at the National Defence Academy #NDA has been commissioned as officers, marking a significant milestone in the evolution of women’s participation in military service. The pioneering batch of 17 women cadets, who joined the NDA in August 2022 as part of the 148th Course, successfully completed their rigorous pre-commission training at their respective Service academies. With their commissioning, these officers have joined the fraternity of military leaders entrusted with the responsibility of serving the nation. In the Indian Army, nine officers were commissioned during the Passing Out Parade of the 158th Regular Course held at the Indian Military Academy (IMA), Dehradun, on 13 June 2026. The parade was reviewed by the Hon’ble President of India. In the Indian Navy, three officers were commissioned during the Spring Term 2026 Passing Out Parade at the Indian Naval Academy (INA), Ezhimala, on 28 May 2026. The parade was reviewed by Vice Admiral Sameer Saxena, Flag Officer Commanding-in-Chief, Southern Naval Command. In the Indian Air Force, five officers were commissioned during the Combined Graduation Parade of the 217th Course at the Air Force Academy (AFA), Dundigal, Hyderabad, on 13 June 2026. The parade was reviewed by the Hon’ble Raksha Mantri. The commissioning of these officers marks a defining chapter in the transformation of the Indian Defence Forces and reflects the nation’s commitment to equal opportunity, merit and excellence in military service. Their achievement stands as a testament to their dedication, discipline and perseverance, and will inspire generations of young women across the country to pursue careers in uniform and contribute towards nation-building. pib.gov.in/PressReleasePage.…

The Government has appointed Lieutenant General Dhiraj Seth, PVSM, UYSM, AVSM, presently serving as the Vice Chief of the Army Staff, as the next Chief of the Army Staff in the substantive rank of General with effect from the afternoon of 30 June 2026. An alumnus of the National Defence Academy and an Armoured Corps officer, Lt Gen Seth brings with him nearly four decades of distinguished service, marked by extensive command, staff and strategic appointments across diverse operational and institutional domains. He will assume office upon the retirement of General Upendra Dwivedi on 30 June 2026. Read here: pib.gov.in/PressReleasePage.…

The Indian Air Force deeply regrets the loss of five personnel in the An-32 accident at Jorhat, Assam. Sqn Ldr Prashant Singh, Flt Lt Shubham Kumar, Sgt Jitendra Sharma, Agniveervayu Khemaram Kumawat and Agniveervayu Danish Alam made the supreme sacrifice in the line of duty. IAF extends its deepest condolences to the bereaved families and stands firmly with them in this hour of grief. @DefenceMinIndia @SpokespersonMoD @HQ_IDS_India @adgpi @IndiannavyMedia @indiannavy

IAF is yet to comment on the loss of lives or even provide a number of lost lives for the obvious reasons that their families are intimated first. Inspite of mentioning to avoid speculation, media houses have started giving out numbers and facts based on their unofficial sources. This is concerning since it would be only the personnel on duty at site who would be able to give such information. Don't know who clicked these photos and videos from crash site and released them to public. Please respect the departed air warriors.

Wonder how these handles get access to photographs from inside the base when even IAF has not released them? Mobile phones and cameras are not allowed inside any IAF base and these anon defence handles want to sensationalise passing away of service personnel in line of duty. Shocked to see the insensitivity to get some likes and comments. RIP Bravehearts. We salute your sacrifice in the line of duty. @IAF_MCC

DISHA spoke with future Air Warriors about their motivations, experiences, and the calling that drives them to serve. Into The Blue is now streaming on youtube.com/watch?v=1LaiD1Xm… #IntoTheBlue #IndianAirForce #DISHA @IAF_MCC @CAC_CPRO @hqwaciaf @EAC_IAF @SWAC_IAF @MC_IAF @tracomiaf

The post concerning a woman Agniveer of INS Dega is entirely false, baseless, and devoid of facts. Such malicious attempts to malign the image of women serving the nation with pride in the Indian Navy are condemnable and deeply regrettable. We request everyone to refrain from sharing or amplifying this misinformation.

Registrations for AFCAT 02/2026 close on 19 June 2026. Head to afcat.edcil.co.in and apply now. Join the Indian Air Force! #DISHA #IAF #AFCAT @IAF_MCC @CAC_CPRO @hqwaciaf @EAC_IAF @SWAC_IAF @MC_IAF @tracomiaf

The Indian Air Force congratulates the entire team behind the successful maiden flight of the first India-made C-295. The achievement reinforces India's growing aerospace capabilities and underscores the Indian Air Force commitment to fostering indigenous defence capability under the vision of Atmanirbhar Bharat. #C295 #MakeInIndia #AtmanirbharBharat #IAF #IndianAirForce @PMOIndia @rajnathsingh @DefenceMinIndia @SpokespersonMoD @HQ_IDS_India @adgpi @CareerinIAF @Indiannavy

➡️25 years ago, when the IAF projected a requirement for 126 Medium Role Combat Aircraft, Sweden came to the table with the Gripen C fighter. ➡️The baseline Gripen C would likely have been cheaper than India's upgraded Mirage 2000s (which were already between 26-30 years old when the upgrade process started). ➡️Successive Air Chiefs checked out the Gripen. Many told me this was EXACTLY the aircraft that they were looking for at the time. Single-engine, nimble, genuinely multi-role, upgradeable. With robust EW systems and an unmatched man-machine interface. ➡️The Gripen ultimately failed the IAF's down-select and the Rafale was picked, though only 36 were eventually ordered. Many in the know openly say the Gripen didn't have a chance given the Tejas programme. The Swedish competitor was in the class of the Tejas and Make in India was the priority. ➡️Fast forward to 2026. Sweden is now inducting the Gripen F as is Brazil - a jet which is comprehensively superior to the Tejas Mk-1 which we have in service. ➡️Number of Tejas Mk-1As in IAF service: Zero. ➡️Number of Tejas Mk-2 prototypes: Zero ➡️The point is this: Delays matter. Capabilities cannot be stagnant and fighter-jet development projects cannot be a national level SUPW exercise. ➡️Debate all you want - I reiterate - there is only one word that matters - `capability.' You either have it or you don't. ➡️China isn't waiting around. Neither is Pakistan.

“Does the IAF have a veto over national security?” is a good soundbite, but the wrong question. The real question is whether a service can raise substantive objections to a major organisational reform without being accused of obstruction. Borrowed concepts still need to fit Indian realities. Critique is not veto. Debate is not defiance.

AFCAT 02/2026 | REGISTRATIONS OPEN till 19 June 2026 #DISHA #IAF #AFCAT @IAF_MCC @CAC_CPRO @hqwaciaf @EAC_IAF @SWAC_IAF @MC_IAF @tracomiaf

The Indian Air Force operates across three branches, and AFCAT opens the door to all three. AFCAT 02/2026 | REGISTRATIONS OPEN till 19 June 2026. #DISHA #IAF #AFCAT @IAF_MCC @CAC_CPRO @hqwaciaf @EAC_IAF @SWAC_IAF @MC_IAF @tracomiaf

Write one line that captures the essence of the IAF in 10 words or less. The winning quote goes up on a DISHA hoarding. Deadline: 05 June, 2026 DISHA team's decision shall be final and binding. #MyIAFQuote @IAF_MCC @CAC_CPRO @hqwaciaf @EAC_IAF @SWAC_IAF @MC_IAF @tracomiaf

The Indian Air Force (IAF) is pleased to announce the introduction of a scheme for induction into the Technical Branch (Officers Cadre), allowing eligible candidates to apply based on their Graduate Aptitude Test in Engineering (GATE) scores. Under this new initiative, candidates possessing a valid GATE score will be eligible for direct shortlisting for testing at the Air Force Selection Boards (AFSBs). Selection will be based on merit, effectively exempting these candidates from the preliminary written examination, such as the Air Force Common Admission Test (AFCAT). The GATE Score scheme will be applicable exclusively for induction into the Technical Branch. The AFCAT will continue to serve as the standard admission test for induction into all branches of the IAF, including the Technical Branch. Read here: pib.gov.in/PressReleasePage.… @IAF_MCC

Hello Aspirants! To know more about AFCAT 02/2026 eligibility criteria and branch-wise requirements, check the official notification. #AFCAT #IndianAirForce #DISHA @IAF_MCC @CAC_CPRO @hqwaciaf @EAC_IAF @SWAC_IAF @MC_IAF @tracomiaf

Applications for AFCAT 02/2026 are now open until 19 June 2026. Register now at afcat.edcil.co.in before the application window closes. #AFCAT #IndianAirForce #DISHA #CareerInIAF @IAF_MCC @CAC_CPRO @hqwaciaf @EAC_IAF @SWAC_IAF @MC_IAF @tracomiaf

The Chinook represents strength, versatility, and reliability within the Indian Air Force. #DISHA #Aircraft #Chinook #IndianAirForce #Helicopter @IAF_MCC @CAC_CPRO @hqwaciaf @EAC_IAF @SWAC_IAF @MC_IAF @tracomiaf

The tragicomic reality of Indian state-owned companies. Everyone knows competition will kill them, but the brass doesn’t have the power to reform and the govt doesn’t have the incentive to. So we will let them wither.

Microgravity is liberating in the truest sense. Gravity hasn’t vanished in orbit, it is what keeps the spacecraft around Earth, but because everything is falling together, you experience weightlessness. And without the constant pull of “up” and “down,” movement becomes an entirely different skill. On Earth, we move by pushing against the ground. In space, every motion requires you to push or pull against a surface to generate force and torque. In the absence of that contact no force can be generated and you have no control over your motion. You see a glimpse of that here. I start turning, but without anything to hold, I have no control. I want to stop but I can’t. In microgravity, Newton is always in charge. That is also why astronauts on spacewalks always remain tethered to the station, with backup tethers for safety. In space, even a small gap can become impossible to close if you have nothing to push against. #shux #space #shubhanshushukla #india #axiom4