Dassault Urged To Finalise And Submit Rafale MRFA Bid By April As India Accelerates Procurement

India has formally requested Dassault Aviation to submit its comprehensive bid for the 114 Multi-Role Fighter Aircraft (MRFA) by the end of April 2026.This development follows the Defence Acquisition Council’s approval of the Indian Air Force’s proposal last month, marking a pivotal step in bolstering the IAF’s depleting squadron strength.The MRFA program, valued at a minimum of ₹2.5 lakh crore

February 25, 2026
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UP CM Yogi Adityanath Lands In Tokyo To Bolster UP’s Investment Drive

Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath has arrived in Tokyo on an official visit to Japan, spanning 25-26 February, with the aim of enhancing the state’s investment prospects and fostering industrial expansion. This trip follows closely on the heels of his successful engagements in Singapore, where he secured substantial investment commitments for the state.The Chief Minister’s itinerary in

February 25, 2026
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IAF’s Su-30MKI And Royal Thai AF Gripen Conduct Joint Patrols Over Indian Ocean, Signalling Deeper Indo-Pacific Alignment

The Indian Air Force and the Royal Thai Air Force have confirmed a significant joint air exercise conducted on 13 February 2026, which paired Indian Su-30MKI fighters with Thai Gripen jets over the Indian Ocean.This in situ drill underscores expanding interoperability between two contrasting airpower paradigms amid heightened focus on maritime security and dynamic operational tactics in the

February 24, 2026
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PM Netanyahu Unveils PM Modi’s Packed Israel Itinerary, Spotlighting Knesset Speech, Holocaust Memorial, And AI Partnerships Amid Strategic ‘Hexagon’ Vision

Prime Minister Narendra Modi is set to embark on a significant visit to Israel, commencing on Wednesday, as outlined by Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu.Describing the occasion as "historic," Netanyahu highlighted the deepening ties between the two nations during the opening of his weekly government meeting on Sunday.This visit underscores the robust personal and strategic rapport

February 24, 2026
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India, Israel To Renew Pact On Security Amid Regional Churn

India and Israel are poised to renew their pivotal bilateral security pact during Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s forthcoming two-day visit to Israel, commencing on Wednesday.This development unfolds against a backdrop of rapidly evolving geopolitical dynamics in West Asia, where strategic alignments are reshaping regional security architectures.Negotiations for the pact’s renewal are already

February 24, 2026
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Israel Hails India As ‘True Friend’ in Defence And Tech Push Ahead of Modi’s Visit

Israel’s envoy to India, Reuven Azar, has described the nations as "true friends shaping the future together" ahead of Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s landmark visit to Israel on 25-26 February 2026. The announcement comes amid heightened anticipation in Israel, where the embassy released a welcoming video emphasising a partnership rooted in trust, innovation, and shared global

February 24, 2026
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India-Israel Ties Enter New Strategic Era With Defence & Security, AI Focus During Modi’s Visit Say Indian Envoy JP Singh

India’s Ambassador to Israel, JP Singh, has emphasised that defence and security cooperation forms the cornerstone of the strategic partnership between New Delhi and Tel Aviv, ahead of Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s landmark visit on 25-26 February 2026.Singh described the trip as a historic occasion, building on Modi’s foundational 2017 visit, which first cemented the bilateral relationship. He

February 24, 2026
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India-Israel Summit To Forge AI-Driven Defence Pact Amid Missile Tech Push

Israeli Ambassador to India, Reuven Azar, has confirmed that defence cooperation and artificial intelligence will dominate discussions during Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s upcoming two-day visit to Israel on 25 February.This marks Modi’s return after nine years, underscoring the enduring personal rapport between him and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu.Azar highlighted the warmth with

February 24, 2026
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US Deputy NSA Gabriel Visiting India Amid Tech Pact And Military Sync-Up Surge

The United States Ambassador to India, Sergio Gor, announced on Monday that Deputy National Security Advisor Robert Gabriel is visiting the country. In a post on X, Gor described Gabriel as his "great friend," highlighting the personal rapport underpinning this official trip.This visit underscores the intensifying diplomatic rhythm between Washington and New Delhi amid shared geopolitical

February 24, 2026
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Mark Carney’s Quad Tour Signals Thaw In India Ties Amid Trade And Defence Push

Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney embarks on a pivotal three-nation tour this week, targeting India, Australia, and Japan to bolster Canada’s trade footprint in the Indo-Pacific.His office announced the itinerary on Monday, framing it as a strategic diversification of trade amid global uncertainties. Landing first in Mumbai on 27 February, Carney will proceed to Delhi for high-level talks.On 2

February 24, 2026
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