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Ukraine to buy Rafale jets, air defence systems under France deal

The two countries said Ukraine would order an initial 16 Rafale aircraft, the first tranche of a planned fleet of 100 announced in November 2025.

Updated 15 days ago

Centre set to open missile sector to private Indian firms

According to people familiar with the matter, the next missile to be offered to the private sector for both development and manufacturing is the Pralay missile.

Updated 17 days ago

Rafale order plan: Govt to ensure jets can carry indigenous missiles

Rafale Fighter played a huge role in destroying terrorist camps in Pakistan during Operation Sindoor on May 7, 2025.

Updated 110 days ago

India's FY26-27 Air Force plan: Rafale, transport aircraft deals lined up

In February, the Defence Acquisition Council (DAC) — India’s apex military procurement body — cleared the purchase of military hardware worth <span class='webrupee'>₹</span>3.6 lakh crore, including 114 Rafale jets.

Updated 128 days ago

Macron, Modi meet in Mumbai: Trade, defence on bilateral agenda

Macron, Modi meet in Mumbai: Trade, defence on bilateral agenda

Updated 162 days ago

DAC gives nod for 114 Rafale fighters ahead of Emmanuel Macron's India visit

DAC gives nod for 114 Rafale fighters ahead of Emmanuel Macron's India visit

Updated 166 days ago

India to get 114 Rafale jets as DAC clears proposals for ₹3.60 lakh crore

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Updated 167 days ago

IAF's proposal to buy 114 more Rafales to go before DAC ahead of Macron visit

As per the proposal, India will purchase 18 off-the-shelf Rafales from French manufacturer Dassault Aviation.

Updated 169 days ago

From Rafale to Su-30: IAF's flypast marks Republic Day parade's grand finale

From Rafale to Su-30: IAF's flypast marks Republic Day parade's grand finale

Updated 184 days ago

India's largest defence deal for 114 Rafale jets to come up at meet, says report

A pilot climbs into a Rafale fighter jet at a French military base during the Garuda 2025 French-Indian military cooperation exercise in Mont-de-Marsan, southwestern France, in November 2025. If a new deal is approved, it would be India's largest-ever defence deal and would take the number of Rafale jets in the Indian military to 176.

Updated 196 days ago

US report claims China ran 'disinformation' drive after India-Pak conflict

China reportedly led a drive to undermine Rafale jets after the military conflict between India and Pakistan ended in May.

Updated 252 days ago

IAF holds 1st air show in northeast; Su-30, Rafale among aircraft deployed

Sukhoi Su-30 and Rafale were among the aircraft deployed. (X)

Published 261 days ago

4 Chinese nationals held for photographing Rafale jets at Greek airbase

Security personnel at the HAI reportedly noticed the group taking photos in restricted areas and asked them to leave.

Updated 384 days ago

What Dassault said after report on CEO’s response to Pakistan over Rafale jets

French intelligence report recently suggested that China was running a 'disinformation' campaign against Dassault's Rafale jets after Operation Sindoor.

Updated 386 days ago

Did India lose Rafales? Dassault CEO gives curt response on Pakistan's claim

Eric Trappier, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of French aviation company Dassault Aviation quashes Pakistan claims of downing Rafale as "inaccurate"

Updated 409 days ago

How many jets did India lose in clash with Pakistan? What defence chief said

General Anil Chauhan (C), Chief of Defence Staff of Indian Armed Forces says , India lost fighter jets early in clash with Pakistan

Updated 423 days ago

‘Babbar of Pakistan’: BJP doubles down on Revanth Reddy over Rafales question

Indian Air Force's Rafale fighter jets fly past during the "Aero India 2021" air show at Yelahanka air base in Bengaluru.

Updated 425 days ago

Did India lose Rafale in Operation Sindoor action? Indian military says this

Press briefing on Operation Sindoor held by Air Marshal AK Bharti, DGMO Lt Gen Rajiv Ghai, Maj Gen SS Sharma and Vice Admiral AN Pramod.

Updated 441 days ago

‘Social media’: Pak minister's reply when asked for proof of downing IAF jets

Pakistan’s defence minister Khawaja Muhammad Asif

Updated 447 days ago

IAF's border drill, including Rafales and Sukhois from May 7-8; NOTAM issued

The mock exercise will feature India’s airpower, with frontline fighter jets including Rafales, Mirage 2000s, and Sukhoi-30 MKIs.

Updated 449 days ago

Ajay Rai doubles down on 'nimbu-mirchi' Rafale act, seeks terror crackdown

Uttar Pradesh Congress President Ajay Rai while speaking to media shows a 'toy plane' with Rafale written on it and lemon-chillies hanging in it, in Varanasi on Sunday.

Published 450 days ago

Cong leader's ‘nimbu mirchi on Rafale’ jibe at govt over Pahalgam fumes BJP

Displaying a toy plane with Rafale written on it and with lemon-chillies hanging on it, Congress leader Ajay Rai slammed central government over Pahalgam terror attack.

Published 451 days ago

IAF jets to roar over Ganga Expressway in landmark airstrip landing in UP

IAF's Jaguar, which is a precision strike aircraft used in ground attack and anti-ship missions will be the among the first aircrafts to touch down on the Ganga expressway airstrip.

Updated 453 days ago

India, France sign ₹63,000 crore deal for 26 Rafale fighters

A French multirole fighter aircraft Rafale takes part in a practice session for a simulated landing on a aircraft carrier at the French Navy airbase of Landivisiau in Saint-Servais.

Updated 457 days ago

Macron boosts Rafale orders, vows to strengthen France against rising threats

European countries including France have been seeking to boost defence spending.

Published 498 days ago

‘40 Rafales in Bengal, 2 enough…’: BJP’s Suvendu Adhikari warns Bangladesh

BJP leader Suvendu Adhikari addresses a protest by Bangiya Hindu Raksha Samiti against atrocities on Hindus and minorities in Bangladesh at Basirhat in North 24 Parganas on Tuesday. (ANI Photo)

Published 595 days ago

IAF’s dazzling aerobatic prowess in Chennai steals hearts, breathtaking display dominate Marina sky

IAF’s dazzling aerobatic prowess in Chennai steals hearts, breathtaking display dominate Marina sky

Published 661 days ago

Rafale-M acquisition to clear final hurdle at DAC today

A Rafale-Maritime strike aircraft.

Updated 694 days ago

Air display in Prayagraj: IAF aircrafts on practice runs mesmerise locals, visitors

IAF aircrafts on practice runs mesmerise locals, visitors (htphoto)

Updated 1028 days ago

Top-notch Indian, US fighter jets take part in joint exercise at Bengal air base

Formation of fighter aircrafts Tejas, SU 30, Jaguar, Rafale and F15 during the India-US joint air exercise at Kalaikunda Force Station, in West Midnapore district.

Published 1192 days ago

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