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DAC clears Rs 3.60 lakh crore worth of capital acquisition proposals to en
Updated : 1 month ago IST
The Defence Acquisition Council, under the chairmanship of Defence Minister Rajnath Singh, accorded Acceptance of Necessity (AoN) to various service proposals at an estimated value of about Rs 3.60 lakh crore on Thursday.
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Major deals with US, France, Russia likely to be discussed by Defence Acqu
Updated : 1 month ago IST
The meeting, chaired by Defence Minister Rajnath Singh, is also likely to clear a major indigenous project to buy around one lakh Vibhav point attack anti-tank mines developed by the Defence Research and Development Organisation.
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"Rafale was hero during Op Sindoor": Vice Chief of Air Staff Air Marshal N
Updated : 1 month ago IST
Vice Chief of the Air Staff Air Marshal Nagesh Kapoor on Wednesday said that Rafale fighter jets were the "hero" during Operation Sindoor, and that the Indian Air Force aims to induct more Multi-Role Fighter Aircraft (MRFA).
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Ahead of French President's visit, Defence Ministry likely to discuss 114
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Ahead of the visit by French President Emmanuel Macron in the third week of February, the Defence Ministry of India is likely to discuss the Rs 3.25 lakh crore proposal to buy 114 Rafale combat aircraft for the Indian Air Force.
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Union Budget 2026: Centre allocates Rs 7.8 lakh cr to Defence Ministry
Updated : 1 month, 1 week ago IST
The Centre allocated a budget of Rs 7.8 lakh crore to the Defence Ministry for the year 2026-27.
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Republic Day 2026: Rafales, Su-30s, choppers, Surface to Air Missiles, Net
Updated : 1 month, 2 weeks ago IST
The Indian Air Force deployed around 20 fighter jets, including the Rafales, Su-30s, and Mirage 2000, along with the Netra Airborne Early Warning and Control aircraft, to create an aerial shield against any possible threat to the celebration of the 77th Republic Day parade and associated
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Indian Air Force's Rafale, Sukhoi light up sky with skilled maneuvers over
Updated : 1 month, 2 weeks ago IST
A total of 29 aircraft, including 16 fighter aircraft, four transport aircraft and nine helicopters, participated in this year's Republic Day flypast. These aircraft are operating from five different bases.
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Sindoor formation flypast, JAI: 77th Republic Day parade showcases continu
Updated : 1 month, 2 weeks ago IST
On the occasion of the 77th Republic Day, the Indian Navy and the Indian Air Force present a marching contingent, tableau, and band showcasing Indian culture, unity, and military capabilities. Approaching the military parade, the Indian Navy band, led by Master Chief Petty Officer (Musici
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India's self-reliance in defence powered Op Sindoor historic success: Pres
Updated : 1 month, 2 weeks ago IST
In her address to the nation on the eve of the 77th Republic Day, she also mentioned her recent visit to the Siachen Base Camp, where she witnessed the bravery and preparedness of Indian soldiers in challenging conditions. Additionally, she highlighted her experience of flying in Sukhoi a
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Rafale, Su-30, MiG-29, Jaguar jets to feature in Republic Day 2026 'Sindoo
Updated : 1 month, 3 weeks ago IST
The formation will comprise two Rafale jets, two Su-30 aircraft, two MiG-29 fighters and one Jaguar fighter jet, officials said.
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Around 80% of 114 Rafale jets to be built in India, New Delhi pushing for
Updated : 1 month, 4 weeks ago IST
The Indian side is also discussing with French officials for maximising the localised content in the deal with plans of setting up the Maintenance, Repair and Overhaul (MRO) facility within India to maximise the serviceability of the planes, government sources told ANI.
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Defence Ministry to discuss Rs 3.25 lakh crore 114 Rafale fighter jet deal
Updated : 1 month, 4 weeks ago IST
In a significant development, India is going to take up the around Rs 3.25 lakh crore deal for buying 114 Rafale fighter jets from France which would be manufactured in India with indigenous content of around 30 per cent at a high level meeting of the Defence Ministry.
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