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Defence Ministers Rajnath Singh of India and Catherine Vautrin of France will co-chair the 6th India-France Annual Defence Dialogue in Bengaluru on 17 February. This key bilateral meeting, announced by India’s Ministry of Defence, underscores the deepening strategic partnership between the two nations.The dialogue will comprehensively review all aspects of bilateral defence cooperation.
Assam’s newly inaugurated emergency landing strip on the Dibrugarh-Moran stretch of National Highway represents a pivotal advancement in India’s defence infrastructure. Located just 60 kilometres from the Line of Actual Control (LAC) with China, this 4-kilometre reinforced highway section transforms ordinary tarmac into a vital airstrip capable of handling advanced fighter jets like the Rafale
India has taken a significant step towards bolstering its air defence capabilities with a landmark deal for 114 Rafale fighter jets. Dassault Aviation, the French manufacturer, will deliver 18 aircraft in fully operational condition, while the remaining 96 will be produced domestically.This arrangement marks India’s largest defence procurement to date, emphasising self-reliance in military
The Defence Acquisition Council (DAC) has approved the Acceptance of Necessity for procuring Airships-Based High-Altitude Pseudo-Satellites (AS-HAPS) tailored for the Indian Air Force.This decision forms part of a colossal ₹3.60 lakh crore capital acquisition plan. The broader package encompasses Rafale fighter jets alongside various missiles.AS-HAPS platforms promise persistent Intelligence,
Prime Minister Narendra Modi achieved a landmark moment in Assam’s Moran by landing aboard a C-130J Super Hercules aircraft on the region’s inaugural Emergency Landing Facility (ELF). This historic touchdown marked the start of his intensive one-day tour across the state, which faces assembly elections in the near future.The Prime Minister had departed from Chabua airfield shortly after his
Rolls-Royce has unveiled an ambitious strategic roadmap to significantly expand its operations in India, positioning the country as a key "home market" alongside the UK.The British defence giant aims to double its workforce to around 10,000 people and increase local supply chain sourcing by tenfold. This initiative spans defence, energy, and civil aviation sectors, with a flagship offer to
India’s prospective acquisition of 114 Rafale fighters under the Multi-Role Fighter Aircraft (MRFA) program represents far more than a routine procurement. It embodies a strategic imperative shaped by decades of operational necessities, infrastructural commitments, and geopolitical realities.This deal addresses the Indian Air Force’s (IAF) enduring requirement for medium-weight multirole
Defence Secretary Rajesh Kumar Singh has provided a positive update on the TEJAS MK-1A program, highlighting significant milestones in production and testing.Speaking to ANI on Friday, he noted that five engines are currently available, with five aircraft already airborne. This progress underscores the maturing capabilities of Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL) and its Indian vendor
India is set to bolster its defence capabilities through the acquisition of Rafale fighter jets from France, addressing critical gaps in its air force arsenal. This move comes amid ongoing efforts to modernise the military amid regional security challenges.The deal focuses on plugging capability gaps exacerbated by the Indian Air Force’s declining squadron strength. Legacy Soviet-origin fighters
The clearance for acquiring 114 additional Rafale fighter jets marks a pivotal step for the Indian Air Force amid escalating regional tensions.This decision by the Defence Acquisition Council aligns strategic imperatives with procurement action at a time when India’s squadron strength languishes far below authorised levels. With the IAF sanctioned for 42 fighter squadrons, it currently operates