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France is considering opening a new assembly line for the Rafale fighter jet in India to manage anticipated large orders from the country. Dassault Aviation, the manufacturer of the Rafale, is assessing this possibility as part of its strategy to increase production capacity. CEO Éric Trappier stated that India is preparing major orders, and establishing a final assembly line there would help
The European Union’s ambitious €800 billion defence spending plan presents a significant opportunity for Indian defence companies.The massive rearmament effort, aimed at enhancing military capabilities and supporting Ukraine, is expected to lead to increased procurement of components and subsystems from Indian firms.The EU’s heavy reliance on defence imports, particularly from the US, creates a
Bharat Electronics Limited (BEL) is under the spotlight on March 7, 2025, following the company’s recent acquisition of additional orders worth ₹577 crore since February 20, 2025.These new orders include a variety of advanced technologies such as airborne electronic warfare products, an advanced composite communication system for submarines, Doppler weather radar, train communication systems,
The Indian Defence Ministry is planning to expand competitive bidding for weapons procurement to create a more level playing field for private firms. Currently, the majority of defence production contracts are secured by Defence Public Sector Undertakings (DPSUs), often without a tendering process.This shift aims to enhance the role of the private sector in defence production, aligning with the
Australia’s Chief of Defence Force, General Admiral David Johnston, recently hosted India’s Chief of Defence Staff, General Anil Chauhan, during his official visit to Australia from March 4 to 7, 2025.This visit marked a significant step in deepening defence ties between the two nations. General Johnston expressed Australia’s commitment to working closely with India, particularly in enhancing
The UK’s Foreign Office has strongly condemned a security breach that occurred during External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar’s visit to London. The incident involved a group of pro-Khalistani extremists staging a protest outside the Chatham House think tank, where Jaishankar was participating in a discussion.The situation escalated when a protester broke through police barriers, approached
During his recent visit to the United Kingdom, External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar engaged in a comprehensive discussion on India’s evolving foreign policy and regional dynamics.The event, held at Chatham House in collaboration with the High Commission of India, featured a conversation with Bronwen Maddox, Director and Chief Executive of Chatham House.Jaishankar provided insights into India’s
Prime Minister Narendra Modi recently expressed his encouragement and appreciation for Japan’s commitment to the ‘Make in India, Make for the World’ initiative. This came after a meeting with a Japanese business delegation led by Tatsuo Yasunaga, where discussions focused on deepening economic collaboration between India and Japan.PM Modi highlighted the potential for mutual growth and the
During his official visit to the United Kingdom, External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar received a unique gift from British Foreign Secretary David Lammy—a Tottenham Hotspur jersey with his name printed on it. This gesture was part of Lammy’s warm welcome to Jaishankar at Chevening House, a historic venue for diplomatic engagements.Lammy, who represents north London’s Tottenham in Parliament,
The Zorawar, an advanced light tank developed by India’s Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) in collaboration with Larsen & Toubro (L&T), is nearing the final stages of its trials. Designed for high-altitude warfare, this 25-ton tank is equipped with a 105mm gun, capable of firing anti-tank guided missiles, and features a remote-controlled weapon station from John