- August 1st, 2025
In a setback to India’s growing ambitions for defence self-reliance, efforts to equip the forthcoming Rafale M carrier-borne fighters with the indigenous Uttam Active Electronically Scanned Array (AESA) radar have reportedly hit a roadblock. Sources close to the Indian defence...
India signed a $7.5 billion contract with France on April 28 to acquire 26 Rafale Marine (Rafale M) fighter jets for its navy—a move that marks the largest bilateral defense deal ever between the two countries. Announced in New Delhi,...
In a landmark defense agreement reflecting deepening strategic ties and a shifting geopolitical landscape, India signed a $7.4 billion deal with France for the purchase of 26 Rafale Marine fighter jets. The deal, finalized after months of negotiation, will see...
In a landmark decision that could reshape the regional balance of power in the Indo-Pacific, the Indian government has approved the acquisition of 26 Rafale-Marine (Rafale-M) fighter jets from France. This move is a clear signal of New Delhi’s intent...
A New Era for Indian Naval Aviation The Indian Navy and Dassault Aviation are on the verge of finalizing a significant deal for the procurement of 26 Rafale M fighter jets. This marks a crucial step forward in India's defense...