Facing threat from Jaish, IAF deploys Abhinandan Varthaman outside Srinagar
5 years, 8 months ago

Facing threat from Jaish, IAF deploys Abhinandan Varthaman outside Srinagar

India Today  

The Indian Air Force issued a transfer order for Wing Commander Abhinandan Varthaman on Saturday. Wing Commander Abhinandan Varthaman will be deployed outside Srinagar now. The transfer came after the IAF assessed a security threat to Wing Commander Abhinandan Varthaman's life. Indian Air Force transfers Wing Commander Abhinandan Varthaman out of the Srinagar airbase amid concerns over his security in Kashmir valley.

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Abhinandan Varthaman: Know the IAF officer, now a Vir Chakra awardee
3 years, 1 month ago

Abhinandan Varthaman: Know the IAF officer, now a Vir Chakra awardee

Hindustan Times  

Abhinandan Varthaman was awarded the Vir Chakra by President Ram Nath Kovind on Monday. Varthaman's citation read, “Displaying exceptional air combat acumen and knowledge of the enemy’s tactics, Abhinandan scanned the low altitude airspace with his airborne intercept radar and picked up an enemy aircraft that was flying low to ambush the Indian fighter interceptor aircraft. Abhinandan alerted the other …

"Have many secrets," Pak PM Ayaz Sadiq who revealed Abhinandan was released out of fear of attack by India
4 years, 2 months ago

"Have many secrets," Pak PM Ayaz Sadiq who revealed Abhinandan was released out of fear of attack by India

Op India  

Pakistan’s MP Ayaz Sadiq who made a revelation that the country decided to release Wing Commander Abhinandan Varthaman from the captivity after Balakot strike fearing India’s attack has said he stands by his statement. Last week, while addressing Pakistan’s national assembly, Sadiq had revealed how Pakistan’s leadership was shivering and terrified at the prospect that India might attack if Wing …

Bajwa's 'Legs Shaking', Qureshi in 'Fear of Attack': Pak Oppn Recounts Night Before Abhinandan's Release
4 years, 2 months ago

Bajwa's 'Legs Shaking', Qureshi in 'Fear of Attack': Pak Oppn Recounts Night Before Abhinandan's Release

News 18  

Recalling the events from February 2019, the Pakistani opposition claimed that the Imran Khan government had released Indian Air Force Wing Commander Abhinandan Varthaman “out of fear” of an Indian attack. Pakistan Muslim League-N leader Ayaz Sadiq on Wednesday said that Foreign Minister Shah Mahmood Qureshi had in an emergency meeting pointed out that “if Islamabad did not release Abhinandan …

Bajwa's legs shook, Pakistan dreaded India would attack if Abhinandan not released: Pak MP
4 years, 2 months ago

Bajwa's legs shook, Pakistan dreaded India would attack if Abhinandan not released: Pak MP

India Today  

If IAF pilot Abhinandan Varthaman was not released from captivity, India would have attacked Pakistan by 9 pm that night, feared the Pakistan government in February 2019 following the dogfight with India. According to a report in ANI, Pakistan Muslim League-N leader Ayaz Sadiq said that Foreign Minister Shah Mahmood Qureshi had in an important meeting pointed out that if …

After getting medical clearance, Wing Commander Abhinandan Varthaman flies sortie in MiG 21 with air chief BS Dhanoa
5 years, 4 months ago

After getting medical clearance, Wing Commander Abhinandan Varthaman flies sortie in MiG 21 with air chief BS Dhanoa

Firstpost  

Air Chief Marshal BS Dhanoa and Wing Commander Abhinandan Varthaman on Monday flew a sortie in a MiG-21 fighter aircraft from the Pathankot Airbase Pathankot: Wing Commander Abhinandan Varthaman, the IAF pilot who became the face of a tense military confrontation between India and Pakistan in February, on Monday flew a sortie with Air Chief Marshal BS Dhanoa on a …

Wing Commander Abhinandan Varthaman to get Vir Chakra on Independence Day
5 years, 4 months ago

Wing Commander Abhinandan Varthaman to get Vir Chakra on Independence Day

India Today  

Wing Commander Abhinandan Varthaman of the Indian Air Force will be conferred Vir Chakra on Independence Day. The IAF foiled the Pakistani retaliation, and in the dogfight, Abhinandan Varthaman downed an F-16 fighter jet of the Pakistan Air Force, showing grit, determination and bravery. During the following confrontation, IAF pilot Abhinandan Varthaman shot down a Pakistan F-16 jet on February …

Wing Commander Abhinandan Varthaman meets colleagues in J&K 2 months after Balakot airstrikes | Watch
5 years, 8 months ago

Wing Commander Abhinandan Varthaman meets colleagues in J&K 2 months after Balakot airstrikes | Watch

India Today  

Indian Air Force pilot Wing Commander Abhinandan Varthaman on Saturday met and interacted with his colleagues in Jammu and Kashmir. During the meeting, Wing Commander Abhinandan Varthaman addressed other Air Force members and said that the photographs, they clicked with him, were not for them but for their family members who prayed for his health. WATCH First video since he …

Wing Commander Abhinandan Varthaman transferred amid safety concerns: Report
5 years, 8 months ago

Wing Commander Abhinandan Varthaman transferred amid safety concerns: Report

Live Mint  

The Indian Air Force has transferred Wing Commander Abhinandan Varthaman, who was captured by Pakistan after his aircraft was shot down during an aerial combat between the two countries, out of his Kashmir Air Force station, a news report said Saturday. The IAF officer was transferred out of the Srinagar airforce facility amid concerns over his safety in Kashmir valley, …

IAF pilot Abhinandan Varthaman returns to his men and machines in Srinagar
5 years, 9 months ago

IAF pilot Abhinandan Varthaman returns to his men and machines in Srinagar

India Today  

Indian Air Force pilot Abhinandan Varthaman, who was captured by Pakistan last month and returned to India two days later, has gone back to his squadron in Srinagar though he is on a four-week sick leave, official sources said on Tuesday. The IAF pilot went on leave around 12 days ago after security agencies completed a nearly two-week debriefing after …

Abhinandan Varthaman told IAF officials he wants to return to cockpit as soon as possible, say officials
5 years, 10 months ago

Abhinandan Varthaman told IAF officials he wants to return to cockpit as soon as possible, say officials

Firstpost  

Abhinandan Varthaman arrived in the national capital on an IAF flight around 11:45 pm Friday, nearly two-and-half hours after he crossed over to India. New Delhi: Wing Commander Abhinandan Varthaman, who became the face of the tense military confrontation between India and Pakistan, conveyed to the IAF brass that he wants to return to the cockpit as soon as possible, …

Abhinandan Varthaman debriefed by Indian security agencies
5 years, 10 months ago

Abhinandan Varthaman debriefed by Indian security agencies

Live Mint  

Wing Commander Abhinandan Varthaman, released by Pakistan after his capture last week, was debriefed on Sunday by Indian security agencies, two people familiar with the development said. Varthaman was brought to New Delhi late Friday night by an Indian Air Force aircraft. He was then transferred to the Air Force Central Medical Establishment, a specialised medical evaluation centre for aircrew …

IAF braveheart Abhinandan Varthaman says he was mentally harassed in Pakistan
5 years, 10 months ago

IAF braveheart Abhinandan Varthaman says he was mentally harassed in Pakistan

India Today  

Indian Air Force Wing Commander Abhinandan Varthaman has disclosed that Pakistani authorities did not physically torture him in his nearly 60-hour stay in their custody. Pakistan Prime Minister Imran Khan announced a day later that they would release him -- seen as a major step towards defusing a near-war situation triggered by India's retaliation over Pakistan's continued support for terrorism. …

Pakistan kept Abhinandan's pistol, returned only watch and a ring
5 years, 10 months ago

Pakistan kept Abhinandan's pistol, returned only watch and a ring

India Today  

IAF Wing Commander Abhinandan Varthaman finally returned home on Friday night after endless hours of tension and wait. However, none of those came back with Abhinandan Varthaman on Friday night when Pakistani Rangers handed him over to the Border Security Force at the Wagah-Attari border. Before his MiG crashed, Abhinandan managed to bring down one of the F-16s that Pakistan …

IAF pilot Abhinandan Varthaman walks free after 3 days in captivity
5 years, 10 months ago

IAF pilot Abhinandan Varthaman walks free after 3 days in captivity

Deccan Chronicle  

New Delhi: Wing Commander Abhinandan Varthaman of the Indian Air Force, who had ejected into Pakistan after his MiG-21 fighter jet had got hit on Wednesday morning, walked back into India across the Wagah-Attari border late on Friday evening, sending a wave of joy across the country. Initially, Wg Cdr Varthaman was expected to be released at 5.30 pm, but …

Abhinandan arrives to hero’s welcome
5 years, 10 months ago

Abhinandan arrives to hero’s welcome

The Hindu  

Indian Air Force fighter pilot Wing Commander Abhinandan Varthaman was freed by Pakistan on Friday, two days after his MiG-21 fighter jet came down in Pakistan-occupied Kashmir. “Wing Commander Abhinandan Varthaman has been handed over to us as per standard operating procedure of the IAF. Varthaman as an Indian Prisoner of War and said, “While in captivity, he was treated …

‘Good to be back’: IAF pilot Abhinandan Varthaman on Indian soil after 58 hours in Pak Army custody
5 years, 10 months ago

‘Good to be back’: IAF pilot Abhinandan Varthaman on Indian soil after 58 hours in Pak Army custody

Hindustan Times  

Air Force Wing Commander Abhinandan Varthaman returned to India on Friday night, two days after he was captured in Pakistan-occupied Kashmir, potentially capping for now a week of heightened tension that threatened to snowball into a wider military conflict between the two nuclear-armed neighbours. Indian Air Force pilot Wing Commander Abhinandan Varthaman as he is released by Pakistan authorities at …

Abhinandan Varthaman returns to India via Wagah border; IAF happy to have him back, says Air Vice-Marshal RGK Kapoor
5 years, 10 months ago

Abhinandan Varthaman returns to India via Wagah border; IAF happy to have him back, says Air Vice-Marshal RGK Kapoor

Firstpost  

Wearing blue blazer and grey trousers, he crossed over into India from the Attari-Wagah border at 9.20 pm. Attari-Wagah: Indian Air Force pilot Wing Commander Abhinandan Varthaman returned to India from Pakistan on Friday, two days after he was taken into custody by Pakistan Army when his MiG 21 fell in Pakistan-occupied Kashmir. Announcing the release, Air Vice-Marshal RGK Kapoor …

Finally! IAF WC Abhinandan Varthaman Returns To India [Updated Report]
5 years, 10 months ago

Finally! IAF WC Abhinandan Varthaman Returns To India [Updated Report]

Live Law  

Indian Air Force Wing Commander Abhinandan Varthaman, who was captured by Pakistan on Tuesday after his Mig 21 Bison fighter jet crashed on the other side of LoC while on a combat mission, has been handed over to India at the Wagah-Atari border. On Friday morning, India's acting High Commissioner Gaurav Ahluwalia arrived at the Pakistan Foreign Office in Islamabad …

IAF pilot Abhinandan Varthaman back home after 58 hours in Pakistan Army custody
5 years, 10 months ago

IAF pilot Abhinandan Varthaman back home after 58 hours in Pakistan Army custody

Hindustan Times  

Wing Commander Abhinandan Varthaman crossed the Wagah-Attari border post into India from Pakistan on Friday evening, returning home after his capture by Pakistani authorities on Wednesday. Wing Commander Abhinandan Varthaman crossed the Wagah-Attari border post into India from Pakistan on Friday evening A little over 58 hours later, the 38-year-old IAF pilot walked to his freedom at the heavily-guarded Attari …

Abhinandan coming home, to be received by senior Air Force team at Wagah Border
5 years, 10 months ago

Abhinandan coming home, to be received by senior Air Force team at Wagah Border

Op India  

After yielding to severe international pressure, Pakistan Prime Minister Imran Khan on Thursday had announced that they will release Indian Air Force pilot Abhinandan Varthaman. However, Pakistan has refused to send Wing Commander Abhinandan Varthaman by air, reported Hindustan Times. According to the reports, India had conveyed to Pakistan authorities that it wants Wing Commander Varthaman to be sent back …

Wg. Cmdr. Abhinandan Varthaman's parents get standing ovation onboard flight to Delhi
5 years, 10 months ago

Wg. Cmdr. Abhinandan Varthaman's parents get standing ovation onboard flight to Delhi

The Hindu  

Indian Air Force pilot Abhinandan Varthaman's parents got a standing ovation on board flight to Delhi. Air Marshal S. Varthaman and Shobha Varthaman recieving a round of applause from the fellow passengers who made way to allow the couple to alight from the aircraft. After his jet crashed on Wednesday, Wing Commander Abhinandan ejected safely, but was taken into custody …

Pilot Abhinandan’s return India’s diplomatic victory: Amit Shah
5 years, 10 months ago

Pilot Abhinandan’s return India’s diplomatic victory: Amit Shah

The Hindu  

Bharatiya Janata party president Amit Shah on Friday said creating situation for return of Wing Commander Abhinandan Varthaman from Pakistan was a diplomatic victory, ahead of the expected arrival of the captured pilot. Pakistan Prime Minister Imran Khan announced in Parliament on Thursday that Varthaman would be released on Friday as a “peace gesture”. Speaking at the India Today Conclave, …

Highlights| ‘Welcome Home Wing Commander’, tweets PM after IAF pilot’s homecoming
5 years, 10 months ago

Highlights| ‘Welcome Home Wing Commander’, tweets PM after IAF pilot’s homecoming

Hindustan Times  

Welcome home Wing Commander Abhinandan Varthaman: President Ram Nath Kovind Indian Air Force pilot Wing Commander Abhinandan Varthaman as he is released by Pakistan authorities at Wagah border on the Pakistani side, Friday, March 1, 2019. pic.twitter.com/a1hVjwroVw — ANI March 1, 2019 WATCH | IAF pilot Abhinandan Varthaman back home after 2 days in Pak custody IAF pilot Abhinandan returns …

Live updates | Wg Cmdr Abhinandan returns to India
5 years, 10 months ago

Live updates | Wg Cmdr Abhinandan returns to India

The Hindu  

Pakistan on Friday released Wing Commander Abhinandan Varthaman, who was captured on February 27 after the Pakistan Air Force violated the Indian airspace and downed his MiG 21 'Bison' aircraft in an engagement on the Line of Control in Jammu and Kashmir. Major developments on February 28 as they happened: announcement of Wing Commander Abhinandan's release and a joint armed …

IAF pilot Abhinandan Varthaman to be back home soon, BSF cancels retreat ceremony at Attari-Wagah border
5 years, 10 months ago

IAF pilot Abhinandan Varthaman to be back home soon, BSF cancels retreat ceremony at Attari-Wagah border

Hindustan Times  

Indian Air Force pilot Wing Commander Abhinandan Varthaman is expected cross Attari-Wagah joint check-post at around 3-4 pm today, sources have told HT. Indian Air Force pilot Wing Commander Abhinandan Varthaman will be released by Pakistan as a “gesture of peace” through the Wagah-Attari joint check-post on Friday. India wanted to send a special flight to bring back captured Indian …

Wing Commander Abhinandan Varthaman walks back with head held high | Highlights
5 years, 10 months ago

Wing Commander Abhinandan Varthaman walks back with head held high | Highlights

India TV News  

Wing Commander Abhinandan Varthaman returned to India on Friday evening via Wagah border to a hero's welcome after being held by Pakistan for over 48 hours. 09:20 pm: Wing Commander Abhinandan Varthaman walks back through Attari-Wagah border 09:06 pm: Pak propaganda video on Indian media The propaganda video recorded by Pakistan shows Wing Commander Abhinandan Varthaman criticising Indian media. Air …

Abhinandan returns: Skyman walks home to hero's welcome
5 years, 10 months ago

Abhinandan returns: Skyman walks home to hero's welcome

India Today  

After over 48 hours of tension, IAF Wing Commander Abhinandan Varthaman, dressed in a blue blazer, white shirt and beige trousers, crossed the gates at the Attari-Wagah border and officially entered Indian soil. With his head held high and flanked by Pakistani rangers, a diplomat and an IAF attache, Abhinandan Varthaman slowly walked towards the gates of the Wagah border. …

ABHINANDAN, Varthaman: Kashmiri youth welcome IAF hero, back peace process
5 years, 10 months ago

ABHINANDAN, Varthaman: Kashmiri youth welcome IAF hero, back peace process

India Today  

Wing Commander Abhinandan Varthaman's return to India has brought a ray of hope for Kashmir's youth. In the Valley, the return of the IAF braveheart is being seen as a positive gesture of peace by Pakistan Prime Minister Imran Khan. But they mirrored the same sentiment and said return of the IAF wing commander is an important step in initiating …

Pakistan hands over captured pilot Abhinandan Varthaman to India
5 years, 10 months ago

Pakistan hands over captured pilot Abhinandan Varthaman to India

Al Jazeera  

Pakistan has handed over a captured pilot to Indian authorities at the Wagah border, a move aimed at de-escalating tensions after days of hostilities between the South Asian neighbours. 190227130808599 A press statement by Pakistan’s foreign ministry said Varthaman has been returned to India and that he was treated “with dignity” during his custody. Al Jazeera’s Sohail Rahman, reporting from …

Abhinandan Varthaman carries a legacy of courage, grace, valour
5 years, 10 months ago

Abhinandan Varthaman carries a legacy of courage, grace, valour

India Today  

Indian Air Force pilot Wing Commander Abhinandan Varthaman has overwhelmed the whole nation with his fortitude and courage in the face of enemy captivity. Hours after Pakistan Prime Minister Imran Khan announced Abhinandan would be released, his parents took a late flight from Chennai to Delhi and rightly received a standing ovation from their co-passengers. Wing Commander Abhinandan Varthaman was …

IAF braveheart Abhinandan Varthaman returns. See first photos
5 years, 10 months ago

IAF braveheart Abhinandan Varthaman returns. See first photos

India Today  

Indian Air Force pilot Wing Commander Abhinandan Varthaman has crossed the Wagah-Attari border and finally reached India. Abhinandan was accompanied by Pakistani rangers, the Indian air attache posted in the High Commission in Islamabad -- who had gone to Lahore with travel documents. A day later, 24 Pakistan Air Force jets entered Indian airspace near LoC and dropped bombs in …

Amarinder Singh offers to receive IAF pilot Abhinandan at Attari border upon release from Wagah today
5 years, 10 months ago

Amarinder Singh offers to receive IAF pilot Abhinandan at Attari border upon release from Wagah today

Firstpost  

The Congress leader tweeted his request to Prime Minister Narendra Modi after Pakistan prime minister Imran Khan’s announcement that the IAF pilot would be released on 1 March. Amritsar: Punjab chief minister Amarinder Singh has offered to receive Wing Commander Abhinandan Varthaman at the Attari border in Amritsar district when the IAF pilot arrives on Friday after being released by …

India-Pakistan tensions: Islamabad to release pilot Abhinandan today; IAF says move 'expected' under Geneva Conventions
5 years, 10 months ago

India-Pakistan tensions: Islamabad to release pilot Abhinandan today; IAF says move 'expected' under Geneva Conventions

Firstpost  

Pakistan’s announcement that captured Indian Air Force pilot Wing Commander Abhinandan came amid escalating tension between Islamabad and New Delhi. As international pressure grew for India and Pakistan to show restraint, US president Donald Trump said earlier on Thursday that the US has some “reasonably attractive news” from the two countries. ‘Expected Abhinandan’s return’ The Indian Air Force Thursday said …

Amarinder to be part of the team to receive IAF pilot at Wagah
5 years, 10 months ago

Amarinder to be part of the team to receive IAF pilot at Wagah

Live Mint  

Punjab chief minister and senior Congress leader Captain Amarinder Singh will be part of the team to receive Wing Commander Abhinandan Varthaman of the Indian Air Force, who will be released on Friday by Pakistan. According to people aware of the developments, officials from the chief minister’s office are still working on his schedule till late Thursday evening. It will …

Wing Commander Abhinandan to walk back to India through Wagah border today
5 years, 10 months ago

Wing Commander Abhinandan to walk back to India through Wagah border today

India TV News  

Indian Air Force pilot Wing Commander Abhinadan Varthaman will walk back to India through Wagah border near Punjab's Amritsar tomorrow. On his return journey, the second-generation IAF pilot will be accompanied by India's air attache to Pakistan Group Captain JD Kurian, sources have said. Image Source : FILE/PTI Several dignitaries are expected to welcome Abhinandan at the India side of …

IAF pilot Abhinandan to be released, announces Imran Khan; #WelcomeBackAbhinandan trends on Twitter
5 years, 10 months ago

IAF pilot Abhinandan to be released, announces Imran Khan; #WelcomeBackAbhinandan trends on Twitter

Firstpost  

An announcement by Pakistan prime minister Imran Khan regarding the release of Wing Commander Abhinandan Varthaman brought relief to Indians. An announcement by Pakistan Prime Minister Imran Khan on Thursday evening regarding the release of Indian Air Force pilot Wing Commander Abhinandan Varthaman, who was captured by the neighbouring country’s army, brought relief to Indians. — Arvind Kejriwal February 28, …

IAF Wing Commander Abhinandan Will Be Released Tomorrow: Pakistan PM
5 years, 10 months ago

IAF Wing Commander Abhinandan Will Be Released Tomorrow: Pakistan PM

Live Law  

Pakistan Prime Minister Imran Khan, while addressing the joint session of Parliament on Thursday, has declared that IAF Wing Commander Abhinandan Varthaman shall be released on Friday as a "peace gesture". But after an alarming footage of the officer being assaulted as a prisoner of war and then being handed a cup of tea by the captors shook the internet, …

India-Pakistan tensions: IAF Wing Commander Abhinandan to be released tomorrow, says Imran Khan
5 years, 10 months ago

India-Pakistan tensions: IAF Wing Commander Abhinandan to be released tomorrow, says Imran Khan

Firstpost  

Earlier, Pakistan foreign minister Shah Mehmood Qureshi said that the country is willing to consider returning IAF pilot Abhinandan if it leads to “de-escalation.” Pakistan prime minister Imran Khan has announced in the country’s parliament that Indian Air Force Wing Commander Abhinandan will be released on Friday. Earlier, Pakistan foreign minister Shah Mehmood Qureshi said the country is willing to …

Pakistan to release IAF pilot Abhinandan Varthaman tomorrow as peace gesture
5 years, 10 months ago

Pakistan to release IAF pilot Abhinandan Varthaman tomorrow as peace gesture

Live Mint  

Islamabad: Pakistan Prime Minister Imran Khan on Thursday said he will release captured Indian Air Force pilot—Wing Commander Abhinandan Varthaman—on Friday as a gesture of peace. Earlier on Thursday, an India official said it would not negotiate or talk with Pakistan over the fate of the captured IAF pilot. India’s statement comes as the US urged India and Pakistan to …

Abhinandan’s father a decorated IAF officer
5 years, 10 months ago

Abhinandan’s father a decorated IAF officer

The Hindu  

“We had a strong guide in Air Marshal Simhakutty Varthaman, and he had given us several inputs on the Indian Air Force. He has been a very great source of inspiration for us,” film-maker Mani Rathnam had said about the father of Wing Commander Abhinandan Varthaman during the audio launch of his 2017 movie Kaatru Veliyidai. Speaking to The Hindu …

In Pakistan’s custody, IAF pilot is all about dignity, courage
5 years, 10 months ago

In Pakistan’s custody, IAF pilot is all about dignity, courage

Hindustan Times  

He was blindfolded; blood covered and being asked hostile questions. But in the video put out by Pakistan, there was not a hint of fear in Wing Commander Abhinandan Varthaman’s voice. IAF pilot Wing Commander Abhinandan Varthaman is in the custody of Pakistani authorities after his fighter jet was downed earlier on Wednesday “I am sorry sir, that’s all I …

Bring back Abhinandan: IAF braveheart's family makes emotional appeal for son's return
5 years, 10 months ago

Bring back Abhinandan: IAF braveheart's family makes emotional appeal for son's return

India Today  

The family of Indian Air Force pilot Abhinandan Varthaman who is in Pakistan's custody has demanded their son be brought back as soon as possible in an interview to The Hindu. The MiG 21 Bison pilot lived in Madambakkam in South Chennai and is the son of retired Air Marshal Simhakutty Varthaman, a highly decorated officer of the Indian Air …

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