Rafale Source-Code Controversy: Inside the software standoff that could define India’s air power for a generation

An Indian Air Force Rafale fighter jet. (File photo)New Delhi: When France and India finalize what could become the largest arms deal in Indian history – the acquisition of 114 Rafale F4 jets under the MRFA (multi-role fighter aircraft) program...

Indian, Thai air forces to conduct joint exercise with Sukhoi-30MKI, Gripen jets near Malacca Strait

A Royal Thai Air Force Gripen and an Indian Air Force Sukhoi-30MKI.New Delhi: The Indian Air Force and the Royal Thai Air Force are set to hold a joint exercise near the Andaman and Nicobar Islands’ strategic Malacca Strait on Monday. During th...

Tejas LCA crashes for first time in its history, pilot ejects safely

A Tejas LCA. (File photo for representation.)Pokhran: An Indian Air Force Tejas light combat aircraft crashed near Jaisalmer, Rajasthan, on Tuesday. This marks the first-ever crash of the Tejas LCA – the pride of India’s domestic defence-...

In Pics: Aero India 2023 show enthralls spectators in Bengaluru

Bengaluru: The five-day 14th edition of the Aero India 2023 show was culminated on February 17 in Bengaluru amidst thronging a massive crowd presence there at Yelahanka air force station.Read also: HAL says ‘slight setback’ in p...

Rafael to supply Litening-5 and RecceLite systems to equip Leonardo's M-346FA light combat aircraft

Tel Aviv: Israel-based RAFAEL Advanced Defense Systems will supply 5th generation Litening-5 and RecceLite systems to equip Leonardo's M-346FA light combat aircraft.This is the first integration of 5th generation EO pods to Leonardo's M-...