India’s military modernisation drive has reached a pivotal juncture with the Defence Acquisition Council (DAC) greenlighting a colossal ₹3,6 Lakh Crores procurement package.This landmark decision, spearheaded by the Modi government, encompasses 114 French-origin Rafale fighter jets—most to be produced domestically under the ‘Make in India’ banner—alongside six Boeing P-8I maritime
India-France Summit Targets 50% ‘Make in India’ Milestone For Historic 114 Rafale Procurement
India and France are advancing a landmark defence pact centred on the procurement of 114 Rafale fighter jets, with India pushing aggressively for at least 50 per cent localisation in manufacturing. Defence Secretary Rajesh Kumar Singh emphasised that negotiations aim to exceed an initial French offer of around 40 per cent, marking the first instance of Rafale production outside France under
Andaman & Nicobar Arsenal: Agni-1 Prime And The Archipelagic A2/AD Imperative
The Great Nicobar Project has thrust the Andaman & Nicobar Islands back into the spotlight, underscoring their unmatched strategic value in India’s maritime domain awareness and denial strategy.Spanning a vast 8,000 square kilometres across 572 islands, this union territory forms a natural choke point at the eastern mouth of the Malacca Strait, through which over 80 per cent of India’s traded
Israel’s Autonomous Guard Secures $1.9 Million MoU For Surveillance Tech Entry Into India
Autonomous Guard’s Bee3 dual-channel observation and surveillance systemAutonomous Guard, an Israeli defence technology firm, has achieved its inaugural breakthrough in the Indian security sector. The company announced a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) worth approximately $1.9 million with an undisclosed Indian client, reported Israeli based media outlet Jerusalem Post.This pact focuses on
Modi-Macron Mumbai Summit: Rafale Mega-Deal And AI Horizon In Focus
French President Emmanuel Macron arrived in Mumbai late on Monday for his fourth official visit to India since assuming office in 2017, kicking off a three-day itinerary packed with high-stakes diplomacy.Accompanied by his wife Brigitte, Macron landed in India’s bustling financial capital around midnight, setting the stage for pivotal talks with Prime Minister Narendra Modi.The visit underscores
Rafales Gets Killer HAMMER Precision Bombs: Modular Guidance Upgrades Set To Supercharge IAF’s Rafale Fleet
India and France are poised to strengthen their defence partnership through the co-production of HAMMER precision-guided munitions, known as AASM.This development emerges as Defence Minister Rajnath Singh hosts French Minister Catherine Vautrin in Bangalore for the 6th India-France Annual Defence Dialogue. The collaboration promises to enhance the Indian Air Force’s strike capabilities,
Bharat Electronics And JSR Dynamics Forge Ahead With Khagantak: Revolutionising India’s Precision Glide Munitions
In February 2019, Bharat Electronics Limited (BEL), a Navratna public sector undertaking under the Ministry of Defence, signed a pivotal Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with JSR Dynamics Private Limited.This agreement, finalised on 20 February, targeted the joint marketing, production, and scaling of the Khagantak Long-Range Glide Bomb (LRGB), alongside other advanced weapon systems. The
‘Beautiful Relationship’ Say MEA As Macron’s Mumbai Visit Maps Bold Roadmap For India-France Strategic Alliance
French President Emmanuel Macron has arrived in Mumbai for a significant visit that underscores the deepening strategic partnership between India and France. The trip, blending diplomacy with cultural celebrations, commenced late on Monday evening and highlights cooperation across multiple sectors.Ministry of External Affairs spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal described the relationship as a "beautiful
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