India is poised to dramatically expand its fleet of Rafale fighter jets, with reports indicating a potential order for 31 additional Rafale Marine variants for the Indian Navy on top of a freshly approved procurement of 114 aircraft for the Indian Air Force, according to reports in French media.French media outlet La Tribune has revealed that New Delhi has approached France to supply these extra
IAF’s 114 Rafale Mega-Deal: F-4 Fifth-Gen & 24 ‘Super Rafales’ To Counter China-Pak Threats
India’s ambitious procurement of 114 advanced Rafale fighter jets from Dassault Aviation marks a significant enhancement to the Indian Air Force’s (IAF) combat capabilities.Among these, 24 aircraft will feature the cutting-edge ‘Super Rafale’ configuration, derived from the F-5 variant currently under development by the French aerospace giant.The IAF already operates the F-3 standard Rafales,
Modi And Macron To Unveil H125 Assembly Line, Cementing Indo-French Aerospace Ties
Prime Minister Narendra Modi and French President Emmanuel Macron are set to virtually inaugurate the H125 Light Utility Helicopter Final Assembly Line at TATA Airbus in Vemagal, Karnataka. This event marks a significant milestone in Indo-French aerospace collaboration.The facility, located in the Sahajaanand Industrial Park near Bangalore, represents TATA Advanced Systems Limited (TASL)
India, France To Forge Hammer Missile JV Ahead of Rafale Expansion Deal
Rafale fighter deploying HAMMER missile seconds before ignitionIndia and France are set to strengthen their defence ties with the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) for the joint production of Hammer missiles. This development comes ahead of an anticipated announcement on the acquisition of 114 additional Rafale fighter jets from Dassault Aviation.Defence Minister Rajnath Singh will
Indian Army Seeks Net-Firing Drone Interceptors To Counter Stealthy Swarm Threats
The Indian Army is advancing its counter-unmanned aerial systems (C-UAS) capabilities with a dedicated Drone Catcher System, prompted by the growing threat of small, low-radar-cross-section (RCS) drones. This RFI, released on a Friday in early 2026, seeks industry proposals for a system that detects, tracks, and neutralises such threats, including swarms.The move underscores escalating concerns
India Showcases TEJAS MK-1A To Greece, Paving Way For Strategic Aviation Alliance
Greek Defence Minister Nikos Dendias received a detailed briefing on India’s indigenous Light Combat Aircraft, the TEJAS MK-1A, during his high-level visit to New Delhi in February 2026, reported Greek media.This engagement highlights the burgeoning defence cooperation between India and Greece, with a particular focus on aviation technology transfer and joint industrial ventures.The presentation
Global Tech Giants Champion From Accenture, Amazon, Qualcomm, Vertiv India’s Leadership at AI-Impact Summit 2026
India is emerging as a pivotal force in shaping the future of artificial intelligence, with the AI-Impact Summit 2026 set to underscore this position. Scheduled to commence on Monday in New Delhi, the week-long event will draw representatives from over 20 countries, highlighting India’s proactive stance in global AI governance.Tech leaders from Accenture, Amazon, Qualcomm, and Vertiv have voiced
Indian Navy Secures Approval For Advanced 4MW Gas Turbine Generators To Bolster Fleet Power Capabilities
The Ministry of Defence has granted approval for the Indian Navy to procure state-of-the-art 4-megawatt marine gas turbine-based electric power generators. This decision marks a significant step in enhancing the operational endurance and electrical self-sufficiency of naval warships.These generators are designed to provide reliable, high-output power for critical onboard systems, including
CAS Approval: Coast Guard Bolsters Maritime Vigilance With Advanced EO/IR Systems For Dornier Fleet
The Indian Coast Guard (ICG) has received approval to procure state-of-the-art electro-optical/infrared (EO/IR) systems tailored for its Dornier-228 aircraft. This development marks a significant upgrade in the ICG’s maritime surveillance toolkit, addressing longstanding gaps in real-time reconnaissance over India’s vast exclusive economic zone (EEZ).Dornier-228 platforms, maritime variants of
CDS Chauhan Warns of Transactional Alliances: India Must Forge Path To Victory Alone
Chief of Defence Staff (CDS), General Anil Chauhan, delivered a stark assessment of the evolving global security landscape during a seminar in Pune.Speaking at the JAI (Jointness, Aatmanirbhar Innovation) event organised by the Southern Command, he emphasised that distinguishing friends from foes has become increasingly challenging in today’s world.General Chauhan pointed out that the notions of