Rafale Jets News - Latest Updates & Headlines
Purpose and pragmatism: Indian Foreign Policy sees deeper, futuristic relations with global powers
New Delhi, June 19: India's foreign engagements have entered a new phase of dynamism and purpose, driven by its commitment to strategic autonomy and multilateral cooperation. In recent years, India's relations with global powers have deepened, with the partnerships reflecting India's evolving role on the global platform.
Dassault CEO trashes Pakistan's claims on downing Rafale jets
New Delhi, June 15: Dassault Aviation Chairman and CEO Eric Trappier has dismissed as "factually incorrect" Pakistan's claims about having shot down three Rafale fighter jets of the Indian Air Force during Operation Sindoor.
IAF to conduct large-scale combat drills near India-Pak border; NOTAM issued
New Delhi, June 7: India has issued a Notice to Airmen (NOTAM) for a major Indian Air Force (IAF) exercise scheduled to take place near the southern sector of the India-Pakistan International Border in Rajasthan from Saturday, June 7, to Sunday, June 8.
Dassault Aviation, Tata Advanced Systems to manufacture Rafale fuselage in India
Mumbai, June 5: In a major development, French major Dassault Aviation and Tata Advanced Systems Limited on Thursday signed four production transfer agreements to manufacture the Rafale fighter aircraft fuselage in India, marking a significant step forward in strengthening the country’s aerospace manufacturing capabilities and supporting global supply chains.
Why don't you ask how many Pak jets has India taken out: BJP's Malviya slams CM Reddy
New Delhi, May 30: A day after Telangana Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy demanded that Prime Minister Narendra Modi explain to 140 crore Indians how many Rafale aircraft were shot down by the Pakistani Army during the recent conflict between the two nations, BJP leader Amit Malviya on Friday slammed the Congress party for raising the question at a time when the country should stand united and not asking how many Pakistani jets had the Indian armed forces taken out during 'Operation Sindoor'.
Rafale friendship takes flight: French Senate delegation backs India in fight against terror
New Delhi, May 20: The Rafale fighter jets supplied by France are not just cutting-edge defence platforms — they now stand as soaring symbols of a time-tested friendship and strategic trust between India and France, New Delhi told a visiting delegation of the French Senate on Tuesday.
Operation Sindoor: Know what India has achieved
New Delhi, May 11: India, rattled and angered by the dastardly April 22 Pahalgam terror attack, launched a massive strike deep inside Pakistan and Pakistan-occupied J&K in the early hours of May 7, targeting the terror launchpads, to avenge the brutal killing of its civilians. The operation was an absolute success. Let's have a look at what India has achieved.
IAF to begin major air exercise near Pakistan border from May 7; frontline fighters Rafale, Mirage, Su-30s to participate
New Delhi, May 7: The Indian Air Force (IAF) will begin a major air exercise over the desert sector and nearby areas along the India-Pakistan border from May 7, involving its frontline fighter aircraft, IAF officials said on Monday.
Evil eye on armed forces: BJP blasts Cong, INDIA bloc over mockery of Rafale jets
New Delhi, May 5: The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) launched a blistering attack on the Congress party and the INDIA bloc on Monday, accusing them of lowering the morale of India’s armed forces by casting an evil eye and also repeatedly questioning their valour.
Defence stocks surge over 9 pc as India inks Rs 63,000 crore Rafale deal
New Delhi, April 28: Defence stocks saw a strong rally on Monday, climbing over 9 per cent, as the government inked a Rs 63,000 crore deal with France to purchase 26 Rafale Marine fighter jets for the Indian Navy.
'Power projection': India inks Rs 63,000 crore deal with France to buy 26 Rafale fighter jets for Navy
New Delhi, April 28: India on Monday signed a landmark Rs 63,000 crore government-to-government deal with France to buy 26 Rafale-Marine fighter jets which will give added punch to the Indian Navy, amid growing security concerns over China flexing its maritime muscle in the Indo-Pacific region.
India & France to sign deal for Rafale fighter jets for Navy tomorrow
New Delhi, April 27: India and France will on Monday sign the deal for 26 Rafale fighter jets for the Indian Navy, the Ministry of Defence said.
Indian Air Force Rafales, Su-30s carrying out major Exercise Aakraman
By Ajit Dubey, New Delhi, April 24: 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.
Cabinet clears Rs 63,000 crore deal to buy 26 Rafale fighter jets from France for Indian Navy
New Delhi, April 9: The Cabinet Committee on Security, headed by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, has cleared the Rs 63,000 crore government-to-government deal with France to buy 26 Rafale fighter jets for the Indian Navy, senior officials said.
Navy's Rs 60,000 crore Rafale-M jet deal to help upgrade capabilities of IAF Rafales
New Delhi, February 18: The Rs 60,000 crore plus Rafale Marine jet deal with France is also going to help in upgrading the buddy-buddy refuelling and other capabilities of the 36 Rafale fleet of the Indian Air Force (IAF).
IAF soars high on 76th Republic Day with dazzling air display
New Delhi, January 26: The Indian Air Force (IAF) put on a breathtaking show at the 76th Republic Day celebrations on Sunday, with a dazzling air display that left the audience in awe.
IAF's 40-aircraft spectacular flypast during R-Day Parade
New Delhi, Jan 16: The Indian Air Force will deliver a breathtaking aerial display during this year's Republic Day celebrations at Kartavya Path. A total of 40 aircraft, including 22 fighter jets, 11 transport aircraft and seven helicopters will participate in this year's flypast.