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President Droupadi Murmu took a sortie in a Rafale fighter jet from Ambala Air Force Station, with Air Chief Marshal A P Singh flying separately; Rafale jets were used in Operation Sindoor against terror targets.

President Murmu takes sortie in Rafale fighter jet

President Droupadi Murmu took a sortie in a Rafale fighter jet from Ambala Air Force Station, with Air Chief Marshal A P Singh flying separately; Rafale jets were used in Operation Sindoor against terror targets.

President Droupadi Murmu undertook a sortie in a Rafale fighter jet from the Air Force Station in Haryana's Ambala on Wednesday.
Air Chief Marshal A P Singh also flew in a separate aircraft from the same airbase.
Before getting on to the Rafale jet, the President wore a G-suit.
Murmu, who was holding a helmet in her hand and wearing sun glasses, also posed for pictures with the pilot.
Shortly before the aircraft took off at 11.27 am, the President waved from inside the jet.
The President was also accorded a ceremonial guard of honour after she arrived at the Air Force Station this morning.
Rafale jets were used during Operation Sindoor, launched by India in response to the April 22 dastardly Pahalgam terror attack.
In April 2023, Murmu, the supreme commander of the Indian armed forces has undertaken a sortie in Sukhoi-30 MKI fighter aircraft at the Tezpur Air Force Station, Assam.
Former presidents A P J Abdul Kalam and Pratibha Patil had undertaken sorties in Sukhoi-30 MKI fighter aircraft at the Air Force Station, Lohegaon near Pune on June 8, 2006 and November 25, 2009, respectively.
Manufactured by French aerospace major Dassault Aviation, Rafale fighter aircraft were formally inducted into the Indian Air Force in September 2020 at the Air Force Station, Ambala.
The first five Rafale aircraft, which had arrived from France on July 27, 2020, were inducted in 17 Squadron, the 'Golden Arrows'.
The Rafale jets were used in Operation Sindoor, which was launched on May 7 to destroy several terror infrastructures in territories controlled by Pakistan. The strikes triggered four days of intense clashes that ended with an understanding on stopping the military actions on May 10.

Police said that the accused has been identified as Ramu, a resident of Uttar Pradesh.

Man tries to climb wall of Indian Air Force base in Ambala, which houses Rafale fighter jets; arrested

Police said that the accused has been identified as Ramu, a resident of Uttar Pradesh.

Haryana police on 11 January 2023 announced the arrest of a man who was caught by security at an Indian Air Force base in Haryana's Ambala.
The man was allegedly trying to climb over the 12-ft high outer wall of the air base, which houses Rafale fighter jets. The incident occurred around 10:30 pm on 10 January.
Police said that the accused has been identified as Ramu, a resident of Uttar Pradesh. He will be subjected to interrogation, and his mobile phone will also be analysed, cops said.
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The Indian Air Force tweeted that the jet arrived after a quick refuelling stopover in United Arab Emirates. 

India receives last of the 36 Rafale jets, here's how the Indian Air Force reacted

The last of the 36 Rafale jets bought from France has landed in India. Making the announcement, the Indian Air Force tweeted that the jet arrived after a quick refuelling stopover in United Arab Emirates. 

The Indian Air Force tweeted that the jet arrived after a quick refuelling stopover in United Arab Emirates.&nbsp;

The last of the 36 Rafale jets bought from France has landed in India. Making the announcement, the Indian Air Force tweeted that the jet arrived after a quick refuelling stopover in United Arab Emirates.&nbsp;
"FEET DRY! 'The Pack is Complete' The last of the 36 IAF Rafales landed in India after a quick enroute sip from a UAE Air Force tanker," the Indian Air Force tweeted.&nbsp;
The first batch of 5 Rafale jets arrived at the Air Force Station in Ambala in July 2020.&nbsp;

Indian Air Force chief Air Chief Marshal VR Chaudhari flew a sortie on a Rafale fighter jet on 9 September 2022. Making it special was the fact that the Air Chief Marshal was joined by his Sqn Ldr Mihir V Chaudhari on the sortie.
The IAF chief flew the Rafale as part of a 3-aircraft combat training mission at Air Force Station Hasimara, West Bengal. The Air Force said that the sortie flown by the Chief of Air Staff and his son is a "continuation of the finest traditions of the #IAF and underlines the importance accorded to grooming and preparing our young leaders for the challenges of the future".
Air Chief Marshal Chaudhari also reviewed the operational preparedness of the Hasimara airbase. The IAF said that the force's chief "urged the personnel to continue their efforts in safeguarding the nation's skies at all times".

IAF chief and his son fly Rafale fighter jet during combat training mission

Air Chief Marshal VR Chaudhari flew a sortie on a Rafale fighter jet along with his son Sqn Ldr Mihir V Chaudhari .

Indian Air Force chief Air Chief Marshal VR Chaudhari flew a sortie on a Rafale fighter jet on 9 September 2022. Making it special was the fact that the Air Chief Marshal was joined by his Sqn Ldr Mihir V Chaudhari on the sortie.
The IAF chief flew the Rafale as part of a 3-aircraft combat training mission at Air Force Station Hasimara, West Bengal. The Air Force said that the sortie flown by the Chief of Air Staff and his son is a "continuation of the finest traditions of the #IAF and underlines the importance accorded to grooming and preparing our young leaders for the challenges of the future".
Air Chief Marshal Chaudhari also reviewed the operational preparedness of the Hasimara airbase. The IAF said that the force's chief "urged the personnel to continue their efforts in safeguarding the nation's skies at all times".
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A French Air and Space Force contingent, including three Rafale jets, made a strategically crucial stopover at the IAF's Sulur base in Tamil Nadu as part of a mega military operation it carried out in the Pacific Ocean.
The support provided by the Indian Air Force to the French force reflected the implementation of the reciprocal logistics support agreement signed by France and India in 2018 to boost military cooperation.
A French readout said on Thursday that the cooperation with the Indian Air Force demonstrated a high level of mutual trust and interoperability between the two sides.
It said the French contingent was hosted for a technical stopover at Air Force Station Sulur on August 10 and 11 during a long-distance deployment from metropolitan France to the Pacific Ocean.
The French Air and Space Force is carrying out a major long-range mission in the Indo-Pacific, code-named Pegase 22, from August 10 to September 18.
"The first stage of this mission aims to demonstrate France's capacity for long-distance air power projection by deploying an Air Force contingent from metropolitan France to the French territory of New Caledonia in the Pacific Ocean in less than 72 hours (10th-12th August)," the statement said.
"To achieve this unprecedented 16,600-km deployment, the Air Force contingent made a technical stopover in India, at Air Force Station Sulur," it said.
The contingent comprises three Rafale jets and support aircraft.
"Landing at Air Force Station Sulur on August 10th evening, it flew out in the early hours of 11th August after refuelling, en route to New Caledonia," the readout noted.
"The operation demonstrated a high level of mutual trust and interoperability between the French and Indian Air Forces, which has been further boosted by the fact that both Air Forces now fly Rafale jets," it said.
The readout mentioned the cooperation between the two air forces illustrated the "concrete" implementation of the reciprocal logistics support agreement.
"France is a resident power of the Indo-Pacific, and this ambitious long-distance air power projection demonstrates our commitment to the region and our partners," French Ambassador Emmanuel Lenain said, lauding the IAF's role in the successful operation.
He said it is only natural that to carry out this mission, France relied on India, and described it as France's "foremost strategic partner in Asia".
In the following stages of Mission Pegase 22, the French Air Force contingent will take part in the "Pitch Black" air exercise taking place in Australia from August 17 to September 10.
The Indian Air Force will also participate in this multilateral drill, along with Australia, Japan, the US, Germany, Indonesia, Singapore, the UK, and South Korea.
Mission Pegase 22 is a powerful demonstration of France's capacity for quick deployment in the Indo-Pacific.
"The mission is also proof that the security situation in Europe has not diminished the French and European commitment in the Indo-Pacific. In this respect, it also aims to strengthen ties with key strategic partners," the French readout said.

3 Rafale jets from France's Air Force team make technical stopover in India

A French Air and Space Force contingent, including three Rafale jets, made a strategically crucial stopover at the IAF's Sulur base in Tamil Nadu as part of a mega military operation it carried out in the Pacific Ocean.

The French Air and Space Force is carrying out a major long-range mission in the Indo-Pacific, code-named Pegase 22, from August 10 to September 18.

A French Air and Space Force contingent, including three Rafale jets, made a strategically crucial stopover at the IAF's Sulur base in Tamil Nadu as part of a mega military operation it carried out in the Pacific Ocean.
The support provided by the Indian Air Force to the French force reflected the implementation of the reciprocal logistics support agreement signed by France and India in 2018 to boost military cooperation.
A French readout said on Thursday that the cooperation with the Indian Air Force demonstrated a high level of mutual trust and interoperability between the two sides.
It said the French contingent was hosted for a technical stopover at Air Force Station Sulur on August 10 and 11 during a long-distance deployment from metropolitan France to the Pacific Ocean.
The French Air and Space Force is carrying out a major long-range mission in the Indo-Pacific, code-named Pegase 22, from August 10 to September 18.
"The first stage of this mission aims to demonstrate France's capacity for long-distance air power projection by deploying an Air Force contingent from metropolitan France to the French territory of New Caledonia in the Pacific Ocean in less than 72 hours (10th-12th August)," the statement said.
"To achieve this unprecedented 16,600-km deployment, the Air Force contingent made a technical stopover in India, at Air Force Station Sulur," it said.
The contingent comprises three Rafale jets and support aircraft.
"Landing at Air Force Station Sulur on August 10th evening, it flew out in the early hours of 11th August after refuelling, en route to New Caledonia," the readout noted.
"The operation demonstrated a high level of mutual trust and interoperability between the French and Indian Air Forces, which has been further boosted by the fact that both Air Forces now fly Rafale jets," it said.
The readout mentioned the cooperation between the two air forces illustrated the "concrete" implementation of the reciprocal logistics support agreement.
"France is a resident power of the Indo-Pacific, and this ambitious long-distance air power projection demonstrates our commitment to the region and our partners," French Ambassador Emmanuel Lenain said, lauding the IAF's role in the successful operation.
He said it is only natural that to carry out this mission, France relied on India, and described it as France's "foremost strategic partner in Asia".
In the following stages of Mission Pegase 22, the French Air Force contingent will take part in the "Pitch Black" air exercise taking place in Australia from August 17 to September 10.
The Indian Air Force will also participate in this multilateral drill, along with Australia, Japan, the US, Germany, Indonesia, Singapore, the UK, and South Korea.
Mission Pegase 22 is a powerful demonstration of France's capacity for quick deployment in the Indo-Pacific.
"The mission is also proof that the security situation in Europe has not diminished the French and European commitment in the Indo-Pacific. In this respect, it also aims to strengthen ties with key strategic partners," the French readout said.
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Over 100 fighter jets. ₹1 lakh crore at stake. Major defence manufacturers across the world are keenly watching how India's mega tender to buy combat aircraft progresses.
Participating in the race are USA's Lockheed Martin with their F-21, France's Dassault with the Rafale, Sweden's Saab with the Gripen, Russia's Sukhoi and Mikoyan with Su-35 and MiG-35, and the Eurofighter Typhoon.
This comes seven years after India bought 36 Rafale jets in a government-to-government deal. With the Rafales already in service with the Indian Air Force, they are believed to be a frontrunner in the tender.
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Here's a comparison of the pros and cons of the other fighter aircraft in the reckoning.
First the Lockheed Martin F-21. It's possible that America may make an attractive offer as it tries to make India less dependent on Russian weapons. However, the F-21 is just an upgraded version of the F-16 as per some experts. A factor working in the F-21's favour is the fact that the company has already signed a deal with Tata to manufacture the plane's wings in India. However, the jet might not impress the Indian Air Force as one of its MiG-21s shot down a Pakistani F-16 in 2019.
Next is the Sukhoi Su-35. Russia might offer discounts to India as it struggles with Western sanctions over the Ukraine war. However, the Su-35 is an air superiority fighter, and not a multirole aircraft as India wants. Multirole jets are less powerful but can also do ground attacks. However, technology transfer as part of the deal might help upgrade India's existing Su-30 fleet.
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Let's take a look at the Eurofighter Typhoon now. It is a proven platform with over half-a-dozen European and Gulf countries using the jet. However, buying this would mean that India has to manage separate maintenance infrastructure for the Rafales and the Typhoons.
Then there's the Saab Gripen. A major USP of the Gripen is that it contains electronic warfare techology which makes it capable of functioning without an accompanying EW aircraft. However, many of its features are similar to the made-in-India LCA Tejas jet. This might hurt the Swedish plane's case.
This deal is very important for the Indian Air Force to maintain its strength amid threats from Pakistan and China. The IAF currently has 30 squadrons, which will go down further as older aircraft are phased out of service. The sanctioned squadron strength is 42. Each squadron has around 16-18 aircraft.
The ongoing process is to buy 114 fighter jets for the Indian Air Force. Eighteen of the planes will be imported, while 96 will be made in India. For domestic manufacturing, Indian companies will partner up with foreign firms. For the first time ever, payment of around 70% of the cost will be done in Indian currency, as per reports.
As India faces increasing challenges at its borders, the country will have to get rid of its dependence on foreign weapons. To do this, India will have to take advantage of deals like the current one to make sure it gets access to technology and knowledge to be able to make its own advanced fighter jets in the future.

India's ₹1 lakh crore question: comparison of F-21, Gripen, Su-35, Typhoon for fighter jet deal

Participating in the race are USA's Lockheed Martin with their F-21, France's Dassault with the Rafale, Sweden's Saab with the Gripen, Russia's Sukhoi and Mikoyan with Su-35 and MiG-35, and the Eurofighter Typhoon.

Over 100 fighter jets. ₹1 lakh crore at stake. Major defence manufacturers across the world are keenly watching how India's mega tender to buy combat aircraft progresses.
Participating in the race are USA's Lockheed Martin with their F-21, France's Dassault with the Rafale, Sweden's Saab with the Gripen, Russia's Sukhoi and Mikoyan with Su-35 and MiG-35, and the Eurofighter Typhoon.
This comes seven years after India bought 36 Rafale jets in a government-to-government deal. With the Rafales already in service with the Indian Air Force, they are believed to be a frontrunner in the tender.
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Here's a comparison of the pros and cons of the other fighter aircraft in the reckoning.
First the Lockheed Martin F-21. It's possible that America may make an attractive offer as it tries to make India less dependent on Russian weapons. However, the F-21 is just an upgraded version of the F-16 as per some experts. A factor working in the F-21's favour is the fact that the company has already signed a deal with Tata to manufacture the plane's wings in India. However, the jet might not impress the Indian Air Force as one of its MiG-21s shot down a Pakistani F-16 in 2019.
Next is the Sukhoi Su-35. Russia might offer discounts to India as it struggles with Western sanctions over the Ukraine war. However, the Su-35 is an air superiority fighter, and not a multirole aircraft as India wants. Multirole jets are less powerful but can also do ground attacks. However, technology transfer as part of the deal might help upgrade India's existing Su-30 fleet.
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Let's take a look at the Eurofighter Typhoon now. It is a proven platform with over half-a-dozen European and Gulf countries using the jet. However, buying this would mean that India has to manage separate maintenance infrastructure for the Rafales and the Typhoons.
Then there's the Saab Gripen. A major USP of the Gripen is that it contains electronic warfare techology which makes it capable of functioning without an accompanying EW aircraft. However, many of its features are similar to the made-in-India LCA Tejas jet. This might hurt the Swedish plane's case.
This deal is very important for the Indian Air Force to maintain its strength amid threats from Pakistan and China. The IAF currently has 30 squadrons, which will go down further as older aircraft are phased out of service. The sanctioned squadron strength is 42. Each squadron has around 16-18 aircraft.
The ongoing process is to buy 114 fighter jets for the Indian Air Force. Eighteen of the planes will be imported, while 96 will be made in India. For domestic manufacturing, Indian companies will partner up with foreign firms. For the first time ever, payment of around 70% of the cost will be done in Indian currency, as per reports.
As India faces increasing challenges at its borders, the country will have to get rid of its dependence on foreign weapons. To do this, India will have to take advantage of deals like the current one to make sure it gets access to technology and knowledge to be able to make its own advanced fighter jets in the future.

In a concerning incident, two Rafale fighter jets were involved in a mid-air collision, as per news reports. The incident occurred on May 22 during an airshow at the 709 base in Cognac-Chateaubernard in France.
The Rafale aircraft belonged to the 30th Fighter Squadron of the French Air Force. The tailfin of one of the jets was damaged and some debris fell and damaged a house in Gensac-la-Pallue, according to a report in the EurAsian Times.
However, the two aircraft were able to land without difficulty, and no injuries were reported.
One of the Rafale involved in the crash had recently participated in the NATO Tiger Meet military exercise amid the Russia-Ukraine war. The Rafale GA-30 had been painted in special colours for the NATO exercise.
The jets involved in the incident were Rafale C single-seat aircraft from the Vautour Bravo tactical demonstration team which showcases the aircraft's operational capabilities. The French Air Force has launched an investigation into the incident.
In February 2022, another Rafale jet had suffered a technical malfunction. The Rafale's Marine variant had to be redirected to Malta after the nozzle of the refuelling probe fell off and the jet could not be refuelled for a return journey to the aircraft carrier Charles de Gaulle.
The most serious Rafale accident occurred in 2009 when 2 Rafale Marine jets fell in the Mediterranean sea during a test flight. One pilot went missing, while the other was injured.
India has bought 36 Rafale jets from Dassault Aviation for its Air Force.

Rafale jets crash mid-air: collision during air show in France. Watch what happened

Rafale mid-air collision: the incident occurred on May 22 during an airshow at the 709 base in Cognac-Chateaubernard in France.

In a concerning incident, two Rafale fighter jets were involved in a mid-air collision, as per news reports. The incident occurred on May 22 during an airshow at the 709 base in Cognac-Chateaubernard in France.
The Rafale aircraft belonged to the 30th Fighter Squadron of the French Air Force. The tailfin of one of the jets was damaged and some debris fell and damaged a house in Gensac-la-Pallue, according to a report in the EurAsian Times.
However, the two aircraft were able to land without difficulty, and no injuries were reported.
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One of the Rafale involved in the crash had recently participated in the NATO Tiger Meet military exercise amid the Russia-Ukraine war. The Rafale GA-30 had been painted in special colours for the NATO exercise.
The jets involved in the incident were Rafale C single-seat aircraft from the Vautour Bravo tactical demonstration team which showcases the aircraft's operational capabilities. The French Air Force has launched an investigation into the incident.
In February 2022, another Rafale jet had suffered a technical malfunction. The Rafale's Marine variant had to be redirected to Malta after the nozzle of the refuelling probe fell off and the jet could not be refuelled for a return journey to the aircraft carrier Charles de Gaulle.
The most serious Rafale accident occurred in 2009 when 2 Rafale Marine jets fell in the Mediterranean sea during a test flight. One pilot went missing, while the other was injured.
India has bought 36 Rafale jets from Dassault Aviation for its Air Force.

R-Day: Watch cockpit view of fighter jets part of parade
 

Republic Day 2022: Watch cockpit view of fighter jets during parade

The IAF reportedly coordinated with state broadcaster Doordarshan to show recorded in-flight videos during the parade.

Republic Day: Watch cockpit view of fighter jets during parade

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 Marking a significant first during the Republic Day parade, the Indian military provided an exhilarating view into the cockpits of its fighter jets. The IAF reportedly coordinated with state broadcaster Doordarshan to show recorded in-flight videos during the parade. Large screens erected at the parade venue showed the visuals to the gathered audience. The aircraft part of the display were the recently acquired Rafale, MiG 29K, P-8I surveillance planes, Sukhoi, Jaguar, Mi-17, Sarang, Apache, and Dakota, as per reports. Aircraft from all three wings of the military - Army, Air Force, and Navy - were part of the parade. With India celebrating its 75th&nbsp;year of independence, 17 Jaguar jets formed the figure of 75, called the 'Amrit' formation. A total of 75 aircraft flew past Rajpath to commemorate the same.

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Marking a significant first during the Republic Day parade, the Indian military provided an exhilarating view into the cockpits of its fighter jets.&nbsp;The IAF reportedly coordinated with state broadcaster Doordarshan to show recorded in-flight videos during the parade.&nbsp;Large screens erected at the parade venue showed the visuals to the gathered audience.
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The aircraft part of the display were the recently acquired Rafale, MiG 29K, P-8I surveillance planes, Sukhoi, Jaguar, Mi-17, Sarang, Apache, and Dakota, as per reports.&nbsp;Aircraft from all three wings of the military - Army, Air Force, and Navy - were part of the parade.
With India celebrating its 75th&nbsp;year of independence, 17 Jaguar jets formed the figure of 75, called the 'Amrit' formation.&nbsp;A total of 75 aircraft flew past Rajpath to commemorate the same.

The Congress&rsquo; charges against Modi-govt over the Rafale deal has received fresh ammunition after France launched a judicial probe. What led the French govt to order an investigation? What are the alleged irregularities being cited and is the Supreme Court's Rafale deal verdict an uncontestable finality?

Explained: Rafale deal probe in France and what it means for India

Allegations against Modi-govt&rsquo;s decision making process, pricing of the Rafale planes and choice of Reliance as partner were all taken up by the Supreme Court twice but it found no irregularities both times.

The Congress&rsquo; charges against Modi-govt over the Rafale deal has received fresh ammunition after France launched a judicial probe. What led the French govt to order an investigation? What are the alleged irregularities being cited and is the Supreme Court's Rafale deal verdict an uncontestable finality?

BJP&nbsp;spokesperson Sambit&nbsp;Patra&nbsp;has accused Rahul&nbsp;Gandhi of acting like an agent or pawn for a company that is in competition&nbsp;with&nbsp;Dassault&nbsp;Aviation, the manufacturers of the Rafale&nbsp;jets.
He said that sometimes competing&nbsp;defence companies appoint agents to sabotage other companies and Rahul&nbsp;Gandhi has been acting like an agent of one these firms by constantly lying about the Rafale&nbsp;deal. He has been trying to mislead people, the BJP&nbsp;leader added.&nbsp;
Patra's comments came after Congress demanded a joint parliamentary committee probe into the Rafale&nbsp;deal following news of France initiating an investigation into the same.&nbsp;
Sambit&nbsp;Patra&nbsp;also said that France ordering a probe into the deal based on complaint by a French NGO&nbsp;does not need to be seen as corruption. He said it was a routine matter of a govt acting on a complaint.&nbsp;

Rafale case: Sambit Patra accuses Rahul Gandhi of being 'an agent' of competing defence firm

BJP&nbsp;accuses&nbsp;Rahul&nbsp;Gandhi of acting like an agent or pawn for a company that is in competition&nbsp;with&nbsp;Dassault&nbsp;Aviation, the manufacturers of the Rafale&nbsp;jets.

Rahul Gandhi acting like an agent of Rafale's competitor: Sambit Patra

BJP&nbsp;spokesperson Sambit&nbsp;Patra&nbsp;has accused Rahul&nbsp;Gandhi of acting like an agent or pawn for a company that is in competition&nbsp;with&nbsp;Dassault&nbsp;Aviation, the manufacturers of the Rafale&nbsp;jets.
BITE: Patra
Patra's comments came after Congress demanded a joint parliamentary committee probe into the Rafale&nbsp;deal following new of France initiating an investigation into the same.&nbsp;
BITE: Patra

Patra's comments came after Congress demanded a joint parliamentary committee probe into the Rafale&nbsp;deal

BJP&nbsp;spokesperson Sambit&nbsp;Patra&nbsp;has accused Rahul&nbsp;Gandhi of acting like an agent or pawn for a company that is in competition&nbsp;with&nbsp;Dassault&nbsp;Aviation, the manufacturers of the Rafale&nbsp;jets.
He said that sometimes competing&nbsp;defence companies appoint agents to sabotage other companies and Rahul&nbsp;Gandhi has been acting like an agent of one these firms by constantly lying about the Rafale&nbsp;deal. He has been trying to mislead people, the BJP&nbsp;leader added.&nbsp;
Patra's comments came after Congress demanded a joint parliamentary committee probe into the Rafale&nbsp;deal following news of France initiating an investigation into the same.&nbsp;
Sambit&nbsp;Patra&nbsp;also said that France ordering a probe into the deal based on complaint by a French NGO&nbsp;does not need to be seen as corruption. He said it was a routine matter of a govt acting on a complaint.&nbsp;

Indian Air Force Chief RKS Bhaduria on Saturday said the induction of the 36 Rafale jets into the IAF was on target and would get completed by 2022. Speaking to reporters at the Combined Graduation Parade, the Air Force Chief said the operationalization plan of the Rafale jets is fully operational inspite of a few minor delays due to the pandemic. &nbsp;
In 2016, India signed an inter-governmental agreement with France of procuring 36-Rafale jets at a cost Rs 59,000 crore. The Defence Minister Rajnath Singh in April 2021 assuring the entire fleet of Rafale would be completed by April 2022.

All 36-Rafale jets to be inducted by April 2022: Air Force Chief says everything going as planned

Air Force chief says induction of Rafale&nbsp;jets on target
All 36-Rafale&nbsp;jets to be completely inducted by April 2022
Few delays due to Covid-19, but we are on target: Bhaduria
India-France signed deal for procuring 36-Rafale&nbsp;jets in 2016

Indian Air Force Chief RKS Bhaduria on Saturday said the induction of the 36 Rafale jets into the IAF was on target and would get completed by 2022. Speaking to reporters at the Combined Graduation Parade, the Air Force Chief said the operationalization plan of the Rafale jets is fully operational inspite of a few minor delays due to the pandemic. &nbsp;
In 2016, India signed an inter-governmental agreement with France of procuring 36-Rafale jets at a cost Rs 59,000 crore. The Defence Minister Rajnath Singh in April 2021 assuring the entire fleet of Rafale would be completed by April 2022.

ARRIVAL OF BEAUTY AND THE BEAST

Five Rafale aircraft arrived on July 29, 2020 at Ambala Air Force Station and were formally inducted in the Indian Air Force (IAF) on September 10, 2020. These five are part of the 36 finalised in a multi-billion dollar intergovernmental deal with France by Prime Minister Modi. The three single-seat and two twin-seat omni-role fighters were flown by seven IAF pilots in a ferry from France. These are part of 17 Squadron, the &ldquo;Golden Arrows&rdquo;, which was resurrected on September 10, 2019. The Squadron was originally raised at Air Force Station, Ambala on October 1, 1951. It is a qualitative addition to the combat capabilities of the IAF. The ability to strike air-to-air targets from up to 150 km away and safely hit land targets 300 km within enemy territory make Rafale one of the deadliest fighter jets flying in the world, known for air-superiority and precision strikes. The state-of-the-art 4.5 Generation Rafale jet can reach almost double the speed of sound, with a top speed of 1.8 Mach. The aircraft can carry a range of potent weapons and also fly with SPECTRA - widely considered to be the world&rsquo;s most advanced fighter-based electronic warfare suite.

Surgical strike to Statue of Unity: PM's all out attack on oppn

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday launched a multi-pronged attack on the opposition, slamming their response to surgical strike, Rafale&nbsp;deal and Statue of Unity

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday launched a multi-pronged attack on the opposition slamming them for response to some of the biggest events in the country. From surgical strikes, to Statue of Unity to Rafale deal, the PM targeted the opposition saying that by opposing all these big events, the opposition made its intentions clear before the country. The prime minister pointed out that no big opposition leader has so far visited the Statue of Unity.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday launched a multi-pronged attack on the opposition slamming them for their response to some of the biggest events in the country. From surgical strike, to Statue of Unity to Rafale deal, the PM targeted the opposition saying that by opposing all these big events, the opposition made its intentions clear before the country. The prime minister pointed out that no big opposition leader has so far visited the Statue of Unity.

Military offset part of Rafale deal still pending: CAG

The CAG has said that French jet maker Dassault, which is supplying Rafale fighter jets to India, has not yet confirmed technology transfer to DRDO which was part of the contract

The CAG has said that French jet maker Dassault, which is supplying Rafale fighter jets to India, has not yet confirmed technology transfer to DRDO which was part of the contract, the Hindustan Times has reported.&nbsp;The Comptroller and Auditor General, in a detailed report tabled in Parliament, has doubted if the transfer of technology for a key engine would even take place. It has also pointed out that several offset contracts built into multiple defence deals have &ldquo;not yielded the desired results&rdquo;. The first batch of five Rafale jets were inducted into the IAF two weeks ago.

In a first Navy welcomes women officers onboard warships

Marking a historic first, two officers- Sub Lieutenant Kumudini Tyagi and Sub Lieutenant Riti Singh will be deployed on Navy warships as part of the ship's crew. The Indian Navy does not deploy women on warships for lengthy durations due to a host of reasons including the lack of gender-specific bathroom facilities. As the two officers embark on the warship, equality in the services will be redefined. &nbsp;In another major development, the Indian Air Force has shortlisted a woman fighter pilot to operate in its fleet of Rafale fighter jets.

Women officers on Indian Navy Warship in a historic first

2 women officers embark on Navy warship in a first
Gender equality in Navy redefined
IAF&nbsp;also shortlists&nbsp;woman fighter pilot for Rafale&nbsp;fleet
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Marking a historic first, two officers- Sub Lieutenant Kumudini Tyagi and Sub Lieutenant Riti Singh will be deployed on Navy warships as part of the ship's crew. The Indian Navy does not deploy women on warships for lengthy durations due to a host of reasons including the lack of gender-specific bathroom facilities. As the two officers embark on the warship, equality in the services will be redefined. &nbsp;In another major development, the Indian Air Force has shortlisted a woman fighter pilot to operate in its fleet of Rafale fighter jets.

Corps Commanders talk as Rafales fly in Ladakh; Will China back down?

Corps commander-ranked officers from both Indian and Chinese armies are meeting for the sixth round of military talks on Monday. The talks come amidst the IAF operating its Rafale fighter jets in the Ladakh theatre where the military is on its highest state of alert amid heightened border tensions with China. Will the talks yield a positive outcome? Will China withdraw from all friction points from Depsang to Pangong Tso? Retired Lieutenant General DS Hooda, who is a former commander of the Indian Army&rsquo;s Northern Command, joins Hindustan Times to answer crucial questions related to the deadlock in the Ladakh sector

Rafale induction a stern message for the world: Rajnath Singh

Five Rafale&nbsp;jets were formally inducted in IAF&nbsp;with&nbsp;water cannon salute at the&nbsp;Ambala airbase. The induction ceremony, witnessed by Union defence minister Rajnath&nbsp;Singh&nbsp;and his French counterpart&nbsp;Florence Parley,&nbsp;saw impressive performances by the 'Sarang Aerobatic Team' and the indigenous light combat aircraft Tejas.
Highlighting the 'atmosphere created at India's borders', Rajnath&nbsp;Singh&nbsp;said that the&nbsp;induction of the jets will serve message for the entire world, especially to those eyeing our sovereignty. This induction is important considering the kind of&nbsp; or should I say the kind of atmosphere created at our borders: Defense Minister Rajnath Singh
n my recent foreign trip, I put the point of view of India in front of the world. I also made everyone aware of our resolve to not compromise our sovereignty&amp;territorial integrity under any circumstances. We're committed to doing everything possible towards this:Defence Minister
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Highlighting the 'atmosphere created at India's borders', Rajnath&nbsp;Singh&nbsp;who witnessed the Rafale&nbsp;jet induction ceremony along with his French counterpart, Florence Parley, said that the&nbsp;induction of the jets will serve a stern message for the entire world, especially to those eyeing India's sovereignty.&nbsp;
Air Force Chief Air Chief Marshal RKS Bhadauria&nbsp;also drew attention to the current security situation at the borders, saying the induction couldn't have happened in a more opportune time.
Bytes: Rajnath&nbsp;and Bhadauria

Highlighting the 'atmosphere created at India's borders', Rajnath&nbsp;Singh&nbsp;who witnessed the Rafale&nbsp;jet induction ceremony along with his French counterpart, Florence Parley, said that the&nbsp;induction of the jets will serve a stern message for the entire world, especially to those eyeing India's sovereignty. He also stressed that India would do everything possible to ensure India's&nbsp;sovereignty and territorial integrity is not compromised under any circumstance.
Air Force Chief Air Chief Marshal RKS Bhadauria&nbsp;also drew attention to the current security situation at the borders, saying the induction couldn't have happened in a more opportune time.

Rafale zooms into IAF in style: ceremony highlights

Rafale fighter jets joined the Indian Air Force formally on Thursday. Watch the key moments from the grand ceremony

Rafale fighter jets joined the Indian Air Force formally on Thursday&nbsp;in a grand ceremony. There was an all-religion prayer to welcome the new and fiercest entrant to the Air Force. A majestic water cannon salute to the IAF's ferocious new birds in the arsenal. A flypast that saw Rafale taking to the skies&nbsp;flanked by Sukhoi&nbsp;30 and Jaguar aircraft. And then breathtaking display by the Sarang Aerobatic Team at the Ambala airbase. The multirole French-made fighter jets will become a part of the IAF's 17 Squadron "Golden Arrows". A second batch of four-five Rafale jets is likely to arrive in India by November

Rafale fighter jets joined the Indian Air Force formally on Thursday&nbsp;in a grand ceremony. There was an all-religion prayer to welcome the new and fiercest entrant to the Air Force. A majestic water cannon salute to the IAF's ferocious new birds in the arsenal. A flypast that saw Rafale taking to the skies&nbsp;flanked by Sukhoi&nbsp;30 and Jaguar aircraft. And then breathtaking display by the Sarang Aerobatic Team at the Ambala airbase. The multi-role French-made fighter jets will become a part of the IAF's 17 Squadron "Golden Arrows". A second batch of four-five Rafale jets is likely to arrive in India by November

First batch of Rafale jets formally inducted in IAF

First batch of five Rafale jets formally inducted into Indian Air Force at an impressive ceremony in Ambala, attended by&nbsp;Union defence minister, Rajnath Singh and his French counterpart Florence Parly

First batch of five Rafale jets which arrived in India from France on July 29 was formally inducted into Indian Air Force at an impressive ceremony in Ambala. The event was attended by Union defence minister, Rajnath Singh and his French counterpart Florence Parly.&nbsp;The defence ministers were present for the traditional 'Sarva Dharma Puja' at the Rafale induction ceremony, at Ambala airbase, following which they witnessed the air display of Rafale fighter aircraft flanked by SU-30 and Jaguar aircraft in arrow formation.&nbsp;The multirole and one of the most advanced flying machines, Rafale would be part of 17-Squadron, which is popularly known as the &ldquo;Golden Arrows&rdquo;, at the Ambala airbase.

First batch of five Rafale jets which arrived in India from France on July 29 was formally inducted into Indian Air Force at an impressive ceremony in Ambala. The event was attended by Union defence minister, Rajnath Singh and his French counterpart Florence Parly.
The defence ministers were present for the traditional 'Sarva Dharma Puja', following which they witnessed the air display of Rafale fighter aircraft flanked by SU-30 and Jaguar aircraft in arrow formation
Chief of defence staff, General Bipin Rawat, Chief of the air staff, Air Chief Marshal RKS Bhadauria, defence Secretary Ajay Kumar along with other senior officers of ministry of defence and armed forces were also present to mark the important milestone in the history of the IAF.
The multirole and one of the most advanced flying machines, Rafale would be part of 17-Squadron, which is popularly known as the &ldquo;Golden Arrows&rdquo;, at the Ambala airbase.

Rafale jets to be formally inducted into IAF today

The first batch of five Rafale fighter jets will be formally inducted into the Indian Air Force on Thursday at&nbsp;Ambala air base

The first batch of five Rafale fighter jets will be formally inducted into the Indian Air Force on Thursday at the&nbsp;air base&nbsp;in Ambala. The induction&nbsp;comes at the crucial time when India is engaged in an escalating border row with China in eastern Ladakh.&nbsp;A number of dignitaries including defence minister Rajnath Singh, his French counterpart Florence Parly, Chief of Defence Staff Gen Bipin Rawat, Air Chief Marshal RKS Bhadauria&nbsp;will attend the ceremony.&nbsp;The first batch of five Rafale jets arrived in India on July 29. These jets&nbsp;are known for air-superiority and precision strikes.

New Delhi, PTI: The first batch of five Rafale fighter jets will be formally inducted into the Indian Air Force on Thursday at the&nbsp;air base&nbsp;in Ambala,&nbsp;at a time India is engaged in an escalating border row with China in eastern Ladakh.
A galaxy of dignitaries including Defence Minister Rajnath Singh, his French counterpart Florence Parly, Chief of Defence Staff Gen Bipin Rawat, Air Chief Marshal RKS Bhadauria and Defence Secretary Ajay Kumar will attend the ceremony.
"The program will include ceremonial unveiling of the Rafale aircraft, a traditional 'Sarva Dharma Puja', air display by Rafale and Tejas aircraft as well as by 'Sarang aerobatic team'," an IAF spokesperson said, describing the ceremony as a "very important milestone" in the history of the force.
The Rafale jets, produced by French aerospace major Dassault Aviation, are known for air-superiority and precision strikes.
IAF Spokesperson Wing Commander Indranil Nandi said a traditional water cannon salute will be given to the Rafale fleet before its ceremonial induction into the 17 squadron of the force.
The first batch of five Rafale jets arrived in India on July 29, nearly four years after India signed an inter-governmental agreement with France to procure 36 of the aircraft at a cost of Rs 59,000 crore.
The French delegation at the ceremony will include French envoy Emmanuel Lenain, Air Gen Eric Autellet, Vice Chief of French Air Force, Chairman and Chief Executive of Dassault Aviation Eric Trappier and CEO of missile maker MBDA Eric Beranger.
After the ceremony, Parly and Singh will hold talks in Ambala on ways to further deepen bilateral defence and security cooperation after the ceremony, they said.
Ten Rafale jets have been delivered to India so far and five of them stayed back in France for imparting training to IAF pilots. The delivery of all 36 aircraft is scheduled to be completed by the end of 2021. A second batch of four to five Rafale jets are likely to arrive in India by November. Sources said a preliminary discussion on a possible procurement of another batch of 36 Rafale jets by India from France may figure in the talks between Singh and Parly.

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