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India Bolsters Missile Weaponry With Approval of $8.7bn Israeli Precision Strike Package Acquisition
Illustrative India has greenlit a massive $8.7 billion arms procurement package from Israel, cementing Israel’s position as New Delhi’s premier defence supplier after France, reports Forbes India.Earlier IDN had reported on this crucial development of a weapons package acquisition from Israel.This landmark deal, reported by Forbes India, encompasses an array of precision-strike
US Indo-PACOM Commander Hails Operation Sindoor, Urges AI-Driven Defence Ties With India
Admiral Samuel J Paparo, Commander of the United States Indo-Pacific Command (INDO-PACOM), has publicly praised India’s Operation Sindoor, describing its tactical execution as exemplary.Speaking to journalists in New Delhi on 15 February 2026, he highlighted the operation’s precision and the profound introspection that followed among Indian forces.The operation was triggered by the devastating
Nava Raipur To Usher In India’s First AI-Powered Data Hub, Boosting Rural Digital Revolution
The foundation stone was laid by Chhattisgarh Chief Minister Vishnu Deo Sai in May 2025, marking the start of construction on the 13.5-acre facility developed by RackBank Datacenters. It is planned in four phases, with Phase 1 targeting 80MW capacity using liquid immersion cooling for AI workloads.This ambitious project, unveiled with great fanfare, represents a bold step towards positioning the
HAL Denies Official Word On Joint Rafale Production With Dassault Aviation
Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL) has firmly denied receiving any official word on a massive procurement deal for 114 Rafale fighter jets, casting doubt on reports of joint manufacturing with France’s Dassault Aviation, as per a report by Business Today.The clarification emerged after the Ministry of Defence announced on Thursday that the Defence Acquisition Council (DAC), chaired by
China Acknowledges India’s UNSC Aspirations Amid Border Peace Push
China’s recent diplomatic overture towards India’s bid for a permanent seat on the United Nations Security Council (UNSC) has sparked considerable interest in strategic circles.During high-level talks in New Delhi on 10 February 2026, China’s Executive Vice Foreign Minister Ma Zhaoxu conveyed to Indian Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri that Beijing "understands and respects" India’s aspirations for
Rafale Deal: Fly-Away Imports Or True Make In India Milestone?
India has approved a monumental ₹3.25 lakh crore deal to procure 114 Rafale multirole fighter jets from France, marking one of the largest defence acquisitions in its history.This proposal, cleared by the Cabinet Committee on Security, includes 18 jets delivered in fly-away condition for rapid induction into the Indian Air Force (IAF).The remaining 96 aircraft will be manufactured locally under
French President Macron’s Delhi Visit Fuels ₹3.25 Lakh Cr Rafale Alliance Amid AI Summit Spotlight
French President Emmanuel Macron is set to visit India from 17 to 19 February for the India AI Impact Summit in Delhi. The event kicks off on Monday and will draw global leaders, policymakers, and AI specialists. Macron’s itinerary includes key talks with Prime Minister Narendra Modi, underscoring the strengthening strategic partnership between France and India.This visit aligns with renewed
India-France Pivotal Defence Dialogue Set For February 17 Boost
India and France are set to strengthen their defence ties through a high-level dialogue scheduled for 17 February in Bangalore. Defence Minister Rajnath Singh will engage in talks with his French counterpart, Catherine Vautrin, who serves as Minister of the Armed Forces and Veterans Affairs.This sixth India-France Annual Defence Dialogue promises several key outcomes aimed at deepening bilateral
Decade of Defence Reforms Bore Fruit During Operation Sindoor: PM Narendra Modi
India’s Prime Minister Narendra Modi has highlighted how a decade of defence reforms reached a pivotal moment during Operation Sindoor, underscoring the tangible gains from sustained efforts to bolster the nation’s military capabilities.In an exclusive interview with PTI, Modi emphasised that these reforms proved their worth amid the high-stakes demands of the operation, with the armed forces