Abhinandan Varthaman

Live updates: Defence Minister meets IAF pilot Abhinandan, inquires about his detention in Pakistan

Varthaman was captured by Pakistani authorities on February 27 after an air combat between the air forces of the two countries.

Mar 02, 2019, 08:00 AM IST

Wing Commander Abhinandan Varthaman lands in Delhi to a rousing welcome, to undergo thorough medical check up

He emerged at 9.10 pm at the Wagah checkpost on the Pakistani side, accompanied by Pakistani rangers, the Indian air attache posted in the High Commission in Islamabad.

Mar 02, 2019, 06:54 AM IST

Pakistan PM Imran Khan was in Lahore to oversee the handing over Wing Commander Abhinandan Varthaman

Khan arrived in Lahore on Friday afternoon, a couple of hours before IAF pilot Wing Commander Abhinandan Varthaman was brought to the Wagah border from Islamabad, amid high security.

Mar 02, 2019, 06:33 AM IST

'Good to be back': Wing Commander Abhinandan's first words after returning to India

The Air Vice Marshal did not take any question from the media.

Mar 02, 2019, 06:14 AM IST

India salutes Abhinandan Varthaman

In Pakistani captivity for two days, Wing Commander Abhinandan Varthaman displayed valour par excellence.

Mar 01, 2019, 23:36 PM IST

Welcome home Abhinandan: BCCI hails IAF hero with jersey number 1

"You rule the skies and you rule our hearts."

Mar 01, 2019, 22:48 PM IST

Why petty Pakistan delayed releasing Abhinandan Varthaman to India

Abhinandan Varthaman's release on Friday (March 1) was delayed repeatedly by Pakistani authorities.

Mar 01, 2019, 22:34 PM IST

Air Vice Marshal RGK Kapoor: Wing Commander Abhinandan Varthaman has been handed over to us

Air Vice Marshal RGK Kapoor at Attari-Wagah border: Wing Commander Abhinandan Varthaman has been handed over to us. He will now be taken for a detailed medical checkup because he had to eject from an aircraft. IAF is happy to have him back. Watch full video to know more.

Mar 01, 2019, 22:20 PM IST

Despite Pakistan's delay tactics, Abhinandan gets a hero's welcome

Attari witnessed emotional scenes as Abhinandan Varthaman received a hug from Indian security officials as he crossed the border into India.

Mar 01, 2019, 21:29 PM IST

IAF Wing Commander Abhinandant at Wagah-Attari border, to cross border soon to enter India

IAF Wing Commander Being Handed Over to India at Wagah-Attari Border. Watch full video to know more.

Mar 01, 2019, 21:26 PM IST

IAF Pilot Abhinandan Varthaman to be handed over to India at around 9 pm

India is anxiously awaiting the return of Air Force pilot Abhinandan Varthaman, he is expected to be handed over to India at around 9 pm. Watch full video to know more.

Mar 01, 2019, 21:20 PM IST

Pakistan has changed the timing of handover of IAF's Wing Commander Abhinandan twice: Sources

Sources: Pakistan has changed the timing of handover of IAF's Wing Commander Abhinandan Varthaman twice. Indian defence minister is keeping a close watch on proceedings. The handover might now take place at 9 pm tonight.

Mar 01, 2019, 21:14 PM IST

Abhinandan Varthaman has inspired country with bravery: Pinarayi Vijayan

The IAF pilot was taken captive in Pakistan when his MiG-21 Bison jet was shot down during a dogfight and crashed into Pakistani territory on February 27.

Mar 01, 2019, 20:56 PM IST

Mamata Banerjee welcomes Indian Air Force pilot's homecoming

The pilot is scheduled to be handed over to India at the Attari border Friday. 

Mar 01, 2019, 20:44 PM IST

What is with these peaceniks? Why do they want to talk peace with Pakistan?

Is there a conspiracy behind the peace campaign?

Mar 01, 2019, 20:03 PM IST

Wing Commander Abhinandan Varthaman back home but what's next

India has maintained pressure on Pakistan on the issue of terrorism.

Mar 01, 2019, 18:13 PM IST

Wing Commander Abhinandan Varthaman: How India saluted a returning hero

Wing Commander Abhinandan Varthaman returned home to a massive welcome at the Attari-Wagah border as the whole of India erupted with joy.

Mar 01, 2019, 18:10 PM IST

India's hero Wing Commander Abhinandan Varthaman returns home

The Wing Commander's return was announced by Pakistan Prime Minister Imran Khan on Thursday, calling it a peace gesture.

Mar 01, 2019, 18:07 PM IST

IAF wanted to take revenge of 26/11 attacks but UPA govt blocked surgical strikes: PM Narendra Modi

The PM said - "This is a new India, an India that will return the damage done by terrorists with interest".

Mar 01, 2019, 16:18 PM IST