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DAC nod for 114 Rafales: Experts, political leaders call Rs 3.60 lakh cr b
Updated : 2 months, 2 weeks ago IST
The move, cleared under the 'Acceptance of Necessity' (AoN) route, triggered strong reactions from defence experts and political leaders, who termed it a "game-changer" and "force multiplier" for India's military preparedness, self-reliance and long-term deterrence posture.
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Republic Day 2026: Rafales, Su-30s, choppers, Surface to Air Missiles, Net
Updated : 4 months, 1 week 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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Rafales to strengthen long range strike capabilities: Navy Chief Admiral T
Updated : 5 months, 2 weeks ago IST
Indian Navy Chief Admiral Dinesh K Tripathi on Wednesday emphasised on Indian Navy's focus to enhance integral ship-borne aviation capabilities, mentioning the deal with France to procure 26 Rafale M carrier-borne aircraft in this effort.
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"Even IAF chief has not clarified...": Rashid Alvi calls for Centre's clar
Updated : 9 months, 3 weeks ago IST
Alvi said, "We have full trust in our armed forces. We are proud of them. If our IAF chief is saying all these things, then the entire nation trusts him. But even the IAF chief has not clarified whether our fighter jets were shot down, whether our Rafales were shot down."
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Indian Air Force Rafales, Su-30s carrying out major Exercise "Aakraman"
Updated : 1 year, 1 month ago IST
The Indian Air Force is carrying out Exercise Aakraman (Attack) over a large area in the central sector involving its mainstream fighter aircraft fleets led by the Rafale combat aircraft.
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Navy's Rs 60,000 crore Rafale-M jet deal to help upgrade capabilities of I
Updated : 1 year, 3 months ago IST
The Indian Navy is acquiring 26 Rafale Marine aircraft to enhance the capabilities of the indigenous aircraft carrier INS Vikramaditya. The acquisition was in the final stages of being cleared by the cabinet committee on security.
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With Rafales in air, all radars active, Indian security agencies ensured s
Updated : 1 year, 10 months ago IST
After the ouster of Bangladesh Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina's government, Indian security agencies were ready for any contingency as she was headed towards India for safety in an Air Force jet.
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Defence forces to jointly maintain common weapon platforms like Rafales, A
Updated : 2 years, 10 months ago IST
In a step aimed to help save funds in a big way, the Department of Military Affairs (DMA) is working towards creating a system where maintenance of common weapon systems and platforms are done jointly by forces.
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“We will parade at same place our ancestors did”: Indian Army's Punjab Reg
Updated : 2 years, 10 months ago IST
An Indian tri-services contingent, led by the Punjab Regiment of the Indian Army, gathered at the Champs-Elysees Avenue on Friday, ahead of the annual Bastille Day military parade in Paris, France.
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First look of IAF’s Rafales that will participate in Bastille Day parade
Updated : 2 years, 10 months ago IST
Group Captain Abhishek Tripathi, Commanding Officer of 101 Squadron (Rafale) and the leader of the formation that will participate in the Bastille Day Flypast said, "It is a matter of pride for us that we have brought Rafale to France once again. The PM will be the Guest of Honour at the
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Defence Ministry approves proposals to buy 26 Rafales, 3 Scorpene submarin
Updated : 2 years, 10 months ago IST
Defence Ministry on Thursday approved plans to buy 26 Rafale fighter aircraft and three Scorpene class conventional submarines for the Indian Navy from France.
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"Proud to march with Indian forces": French contingents gear up for Bastil
Updated : 2 years, 10 months ago IST
On Wednesday, the Champs Elysees was surrounded by the sounds of pipes and drums as marching contingents turned out smartly in a rehearsal for the parade. Preparations are underway in Paris for the Bastille Day Parade.
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