{
  "id": 12815015,
  "title": "'India Is Proud Of Our Air Warriors': PM Modi On 94th Air Force Day; All You Need To Know About The Guardians Of Skies",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/08/india-is-proud-of-our-air-warriors-pm-modi-on-94th-air-force-day-all",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-10-08T06:53:50.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Free Press Journal",
    "slug": "free-press-journal",
    "url": "https://www.freepressjournal.in/india/india-is-proud-of-our-air-warriors-pm-modi-on-94th-air-force-day-all-you-need-to-know-about-the-guardians-of-skies"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "India commemorates the 94th Air Force Day on Thursday, October 8, 2026. Prime Minister Narendra Modi expressed his gratitude to the air warriors, praising their courage and dedication in protecting the nation. The Indian Air Force (IAF), one of the world's largest defence forces, is celebrating its 93rd anniversary today. The celebrations in 2026 will include a major aerial display at Jodhpur Air Force Station, featuring the Suryakiran Aerobatic Team.\n\nModi shared a video on his social media, honoring the guardians of the skies and thanking them for their service. He emphasized the unpredictable nature of warfare in the skies, highlighting how the IAF's presence provides a sense of security to the citizens. The PM congratulated the air warriors and their families for their unwavering commitment.\n\nThe Indian Air Force, known for its precision in military and humanitarian operations, operates advanced aircraft such as the French Rafale, the indigenous Tejas, and the Russian-Indian Sukhoi Su-30MKI. The IAF played a crucial role during the 1999 Kargil War, using Mirage 2000s with laser-guided missiles to strike enemy camps on challenging terrain. Today, the IAF stands as the fourth-largest air force globally, serving as a testament to India's defense capabilities.",
  "summary": "India is observing the 94th Air Force Day on Thursday, October 8, 2026. To mark the significant day, PM Modi extended warm greetings to the air warriors on Indian Air Force Day, thanking them for serving the nation with courage and dedication. The Indian Air Force is one of the most significant defence forces, and it is the air arm of the Indian Armed Forces. Today, the country is celebrating the…",
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}