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M S Chatterji · Jan 19, 2026

In a landmark development for national security, the Ministry of Defence is on the verge of finalising a historic ₹3.25 lakh crore (approximately $36 billion) contract to procure 114 Rafale fighter jets. This acquisition, concluding the long-awaited Multi-Role Fighter Aircraft (MRFA) programme...

IANS · Jan 19, 2026

Polish Deputy PM Sikorski agrees with EAM Jaishankar on combating cross-border terrorism and addressing selective tariff targeting during New Delhi meeting.Poland’s Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Radoslaw Sikorski on Monday agreed with External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar on the...

Raghav Patel · Jan 19, 2026

The Indian Air Force (IAF) has firmly clarified that its proposed acquisition of 114 Multi-Role Fighter Aircraft (MRFA)—with the French Rafale emerging as the frontrunner—will not compromise the financial or developmental roadmap of India’s indigenous fighter programmes. Defence sources confirm...

PIB · Jan 19, 2026

Raksha Mantri Shri Rajnath Singh has voiced Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi-led Government’s commitment to achieving Aatmanirbharta in ammunition manufacturing and make the country a global production hub in the field. Inaugurating the Medium Caliber Ammunition Manufacturing Facility at the...

IANS · Jan 19, 2026

The Indian Army continues to showcase its latest weapons systems and operational capabilities across various border states in the Northeast, highlighting its preparedness, technological strength, and commitment to safeguarding the region's security and territorial integrity. Defence spokesman...

Raghav Patel · Jan 19, 2026

India’s strategic ambition to produce a world-class fighter jet engine domestically is poised for a decisive leap forward. The long-anticipated co-development agreement between the Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) and French aerospace giant Safran has entered the final stage...

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Analysis Will India's 150 Rafales Be Sufficient to Deter China's Massive Fleet of Stealth Fighter Jets?

Poland Backs India on Countering Cross-Border Terrorism and Trade Unfairness

IAF Ensures 114 Rafale Deal Remains Distinct from Tejas Mk2 and AMCA Budgets, Will Not Hinder Their Timelines

Defence Minister inaugurates Medium Caliber Ammunition Manufacturing Facility at Solar Defence & Aerospace Limited in Nagpur

Indian Army showcases advanced weapons, operational capabilities in Northeastern border states

Safran-GTRE Joint AMCA Engine Deal Heads to Final CCS Approval as India Prepares to Develop Indigenous High-Thrust Combat Powerplant

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