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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
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’s Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) has issued a stark warning on the risks of relying on foreign artificial intelligence (AI) models for military purposes.Speaking at the India-AI Impact Summit 2026, DRDO Director General Chandrika Kaushik emphasised the critical need for indigenous AI solutions in the defence sector.Kaushik told ANI that India cannot afford to
Prime Minister Narendra Modi expressed delight in welcoming French President Emmanuel Macron to Mumbai during the latter’s fourth official visit to India.The warm reception took place at Lok Bhavan, where the two leaders shared a friendly exchange ahead of bilateral talks. Modi highlighted their personal rapport, referring to Macron as "my friend" in a post on X.Macron had arrived earlier that
French President Emmanuel Macron has described the India-France relationship as one built on trust, openness, and ambition during a joint press meet in Mumbai with Prime Minister Narendra Modi. Speaking on 17 February 2026, Macron highlighted the elevation of their bilateral ties to a ‘Special Global Strategic Partnership’, marking a significant upgrade in status.This announcement came
India has launched a pivotal initiative in fighter jet engine development through collaboration with France under the National Aero Engine Mission, as announced by Defence Minister Rajnath Singh. This move underscores the government’s firm commitment to attaining self-reliance in this intricate domain of defence technology.During his visit to the DRDO’s Gas Turbine Research Establishment in
India has launched a pivotal initiative in fighter jet engine development through collaboration with France under the National Aero Engine Mission, as announced by Defence Minister Rajnath Singh. This move underscores the government’s firm commitment to attaining self-reliance in this intricate domain of defence technology.During his visit to the DRDO’s Gas Turbine Research Establishment in
India’s Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) has advanced its ambitious Advanced Medium Combat Aircraft (AMCA) project by shortlisting three industry contenders to design and build prototypes according to a report by The Indian Express.This pivotal step marks a crucial phase in developing the nation’s first indigenous fifth-generation stealth fighter, aimed at bolstering the
India’s Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) has advanced its ambitious Advanced Medium Combat Aircraft (AMCA) project by shortlisting three industry contenders to design and build prototypes according to a report by The Indian Express.This pivotal step marks a crucial phase in developing the nation’s first indigenous fifth-generation stealth fighter, aimed at bolstering the
India has launched a pivotal initiative in fighter jet engine development through collaboration with France under the National Aero Engine Mission, as announced by Defence Minister Rajnath Singh. This move underscores the government’s firm commitment to attaining self-reliance in this intricate domain of defence technology.During his visit to the DRDO’s Gas Turbine Research Establishment in