DefenceSaturday, 17 January 2026·The Hindu
Air Marshal Ashutosh Dixit appointed next Vice Chief of the Air Staff
Air Marshal Ashutosh Dixit was named the next Vice Chief of the Indian Air Force, a defence appointment relevant for exams.
Key highlights
Direct fact
In January 2026, Air Marshal Ashutosh Dixit was appointed as the next Vice Chief of the Indian Air Force, a key defence appointment.
Key specifics
- Officer named: Air Marshal Ashutosh Dixit.
- Post: Vice Chief of the Indian Air Force.
- Service mentioned: Indian Air Force.
- Time reference: January 2026.
Exam lens
Question type: Defence appointments, post-holder-service match. TNPSC one-liner: “Who was appointed the next Vice Chief of the Indian Air Force in January 2026?”