Didn't want Rafale to go Bofors way, against politicisation of defence procurement: ex-IAF chief
4 years, 4 months ago

Didn't want Rafale to go Bofors way, against politicisation of defence procurement: ex-IAF chief

India Today  

Former Chief of Air Staff B S Dhanoa on Wednesday welcomed the arrival of Rafales in India and said he defended the deal to procure the multi-role jets notwithstanding the political controversy to stop it from going the Bofors way. Air Chief Marshal Arup Raha, under whose tenure the mega deal was inked, said the induction of the fleet will bolster the IAF's capability, but added that the country needs at least 126 combat jets as envisaged earlier. The former IAF chief said India needs to significantly enhance its air power capability and that the government should consider procurement of more Rafales or similar jets. Another former Chief of Air Staff Fali Homi Major said the 36 Rafales will boost India's aerial prowess, but having at least two more squadrons will add tremendous capability to the country's air dominance capability. The NDA government inked a Rs 59,000-crore deal on September 23, 2016 to procure 36 Rafale jets from French aerospace major Dassault Aviation as an emergency acquisition.

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Rafale Jets Carry Out Long-Range Mission In Indian Ocean Region
1 year, 6 months ago

Rafale Jets Carry Out Long-Range Mission In Indian Ocean Region

Deccan Chronicle  

NEW DELHI: Four Rafale fighter aircraft of the Indian Air Force carried out a "strategic" mission over the Indian Ocean region for over six hours, in a significant demonstration of their long-range combat capabilities, people familiar with the operation said on Wednesday. The jets took off from the Hasimara Air Force station in the eastern sector, carried out the mission …

Rafale jets carry out long-range mission in Indian Ocean Region
1 year, 6 months ago

Rafale jets carry out long-range mission in Indian Ocean Region

The Hindu  

Four Rafale fighter aircraft of the Indian Air Force carried out a "strategic" mission over the Indian Ocean region for over six hours, in a significant demonstration of their long-range combat capabilities, people familiar with the operation said on May 31. The Indian Air Force carried out the mission at a time China has been ramping up its presence in …

4 Rafale jets conduct long-range mission in Indian Ocean Region
1 year, 6 months ago

4 Rafale jets conduct long-range mission in Indian Ocean Region

India Today  

Four Rafale fighter aircraft of the Indian Air Force carried out a "strategic" mission over the Indian Ocean region for over six hours, in a significant demonstration of their long-range combat capabilities, people familiar with the operation said on Wednesday. The IAF carried out the mission at a time when China has been ramping up its presence in the Indian …

Ukraine War: Rafale proves its mettle, outperforms Russian fighter aircraft
1 year, 11 months ago

Ukraine War: Rafale proves its mettle, outperforms Russian fighter aircraft

Firstpost  

Kyiv: The Rafale fighter aircraft, the latest addition to the Indian Air Force arsenal, has reportedly proved its mettle during the ongoing war between Ukraine and Russia. According to media reports, Rafale aircraft deployed by the French air force over Lithuania as part of NATO Baltic Air Policing carried out over two dozen missions last week to protect the east …

After IAF, now Indian Navy to get Rafale fighter jets
1 year, 11 months ago

After IAF, now Indian Navy to get Rafale fighter jets

Firstpost  

The Indian Navy has rejected the American jet F/A-18 Super Hornet and opted for the deal with Rafale. The deal for the Rafale M is being termed as a milestone in the relations between India and France Paris: After the Indian Air Force the Indian Navy is also in line to get Rafale fighter aircraft from France. Earlier, the Indian …

IAF Carries Out Air Exercise in Northeastern Region; Gets Last of 36 Rafale Jets
2 years ago

IAF Carries Out Air Exercise in Northeastern Region; Gets Last of 36 Rafale Jets

News 18  

The Indian Air Force, bolstered by its full complement of Rafale combat jets, on Thursday launched a major exercise covering the Northeastern region amid a fresh spike of border tension with China along the Line of Actual Control in Arunachal Pradesh. The last of the 36 IAF Rafales landed in India after a quick enroute sip from a UAE Air …

Rafale 'kickback' controversy: How jet deal exposes the dirty hands of Congress
3 years, 1 month ago

Rafale 'kickback' controversy: How jet deal exposes the dirty hands of Congress

Firstpost  

There are umpteen reports in the public domain which suggest in no uncertain terms that it is just not the Congress but it is the very Congress culture that is most decadent. It is a different matter altogether that the Rafale deal inked by the Modi government is a completely transparent one and hence the Congress and its scion, Rahul …

IAF operationalises second Rafale squadron at Hasimara
3 years, 4 months ago

IAF operationalises second Rafale squadron at Hasimara

The Hindu  

The Indian Air Force on Wednesday operationalised its second Rafale fighter squadron by formally inducting jets into the No. The IAF has so far inducted 26 Rafale jets in eights batches; the previous batch was inducted on July 21. An IAF statement said: “Addressing the personnel during the induction ceremony, Air Chief Marshal RKS Bhadauria, Chief of Air Staff said …

Watch | IAF inducts second squadron of Rafale fighter aircraft at West Bengal's Hashimara base
3 years, 4 months ago

Watch | IAF inducts second squadron of Rafale fighter aircraft at West Bengal's Hashimara base

India TV News  

In a boost to the Indian Air Force, induction of the second squadron of Rafale fighter aircraft was done at the Hashimara air base in West Bengal. India has so far received 26 Rafale aircraft out of the 36 it has ordered from Dassault Aviation, Minister of State for Defence Ajay Bhatt said Wednesday. The first batch of five Rafale …

WATCH | IAF inducts second squadron of Rafale aircraft at West Bengal’s Hasimara
3 years, 4 months ago

WATCH | IAF inducts second squadron of Rafale aircraft at West Bengal’s Hasimara

Live Mint  

The Indian Air Force on Wednesday formally inducted the second squadron of Rafale jets at West Bengal's Hasimara airbase in Eastern Air Command. "The induction of Rafale had been carefully planned at Hasimara keeping in mind the importance of strengthening IAF's capability in the eastern sector," said Air Chief Marshal RKS Bhadauria at the ceremony. Delivery of Rafale jets India …

India has received 26 Rafale aircraft till date: Govt
3 years, 4 months ago

India has received 26 Rafale aircraft till date: Govt

The Hindu  

India has so far received 26 Rafale aircraft out of the 36 it has ordered from Dassault Aviation, Minister of State for Defence Ajay Bhatt said Wednesday. The multi-role Rafale jets, built by French aerospace major Dassault Aviation, are known for air superiority and precision strikes. The first batch of five Rafale jets arrived in India on July 29, 2020, …

Three more Rafale jets arrive in India from France
3 years, 5 months ago

Three more Rafale jets arrive in India from France

India Today  

In a major boost for the Indian Air Force, three more Rafale fighter jets arrived in India after flying non-stop from France on Wednesday. "Three Rafale aircraft arrived in India a short while ago, after a direct ferry from Istres Air Base, France. — Indian Air Force July 21, 2021 The new batch of the aircraft will be part of …

IAF likely to operationalise second squadron of Rafale aircraft by July-end
3 years, 5 months ago

IAF likely to operationalise second squadron of Rafale aircraft by July-end

Live Mint  

The Indian Air Force is likely to operationalise its second squadron of the Rafale combat aircraft by the end of July and it will be based in Hasimara air base in West Bengal, officials said on Tuesday. The first batch of five Rafale jets arrived in India on July 29, 2020, nearly four years after India signed an inter-governmental agreement …

10 more Rafale fighter jets to land in India by next month: Official
3 years, 8 months ago

10 more Rafale fighter jets to land in India by next month: Official

Live Mint  

Six Rafale fighter jets will land in India on April 28, enabling the Indian Air Force to take the first steps to raise its second squadron of the fourth-generation-plus fighter jets, according to a report by Hindustan Times. A senior IAF official said to Hindustan Times that with the induction of the 6 fighters will complete the Golden Arrows squadron …

Three more Rafale jets arrive in India from France
3 years, 8 months ago

Three more Rafale jets arrive in India from France

The Hindu  

The fourth batch of three Rafales landed on Wednesday evening flying directly from the Istres Air Base in France, the IAF said. The Indian Air Force is set to raise the second squadron of the Rafale combat jets in mid-April and it will be based in Hasimara air base in West Bengal, according to military officials. The Rafale jets, manufactured …

Fourth batch of 3 Rafale jets lands in India from France
3 years, 8 months ago

Fourth batch of 3 Rafale jets lands in India from France

India Today  

A fourth batch of three Rafale fighter jets landed in India on Wednesday evening after flying non-stop from France, in a further boost to the strike capability of the Indian Air Force. pic.twitter.com/Ch36dgptNF — Indian Air Force March 31, 2021 The IAF also thanked the UAE air force for refuelling the Rafale jets, describing it as yet another milestone in …

IAF's muscle power gets further boost as 3 more Rafale jets arrive
3 years, 10 months ago

IAF's muscle power gets further boost as 3 more Rafale jets arrive

India TV News  

In a further boost for the Indian Air Force's striking capability, three more Rafale jets arrived in India on Wednesday evening covering a distance of over 7000km non-stop. The first batch of five Rafale jets arrived in India on July 29, 2020, nearly four years after India signed an inter-governmental agreement with France to procure 36 of the aircraft at …

From Rajnath Singh's stern message to China to Smriti Irani's 'defining day', how politicos reacted to Rafale induction
4 years, 3 months ago

From Rajnath Singh's stern message to China to Smriti Irani's 'defining day', how politicos reacted to Rafale induction

Firstpost  

Rajnath Singh, who was at Thursday’s induction ceremony along with Air Chief Marshal RKS Bhadauria, said national security is a major priority for India and it is determined to protect its territory Reacting to the induction of the first batch of five Rafale fighter jets into the Indian Air Force at Ambala Air Base on Thursday amid tensions with China …

Story of Rafale, Its Importance for India and Weaponry Explained - All You Need to Know - News18
4 years, 3 months ago

Story of Rafale, Its Importance for India and Weaponry Explained - All You Need to Know - News18

News 18  

Indian Air Force today inducted the Dassault-Made 4.5-gen multi-role fighter jet ‘Rafale’ in presence of Minister of the Armed Forces of France Florence Parly and Defence Minister of India Rajnath Singh. Rafale is a Medium Multi-Role Combat Aircraft that willboost India’s air dominance exponentially, currently safeguarded by fighter jets like Russia made Sukhoi Su-30MKI and MiG 29, along with French …

Rafale Induction Ceremony: First batch of fighter jets inducted to IAF's 'Golden Arrows' squadron at Ambala airbase
4 years, 3 months ago

Rafale Induction Ceremony: First batch of fighter jets inducted to IAF's 'Golden Arrows' squadron at Ambala airbase

Firstpost  

A traditional water cannon salute was given to the Rafale fleet before its ceremonial induction into the 17 Squadron of the IAF The first batch of five Rafale fighter jets were formally inducted into the Indian Air Force on Thursday in Ambala air base. #WATCH Live from Ambala: Rafale induction ceremony at IAF airbase https://t.co/uEJiV3yiDK — ANI September 10, 2020 …

Rafale induction a game changer, says Rajnath Singh
4 years, 3 months ago

Rafale induction a game changer, says Rajnath Singh

The Hindu  

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Thursday called the induction of the French Rafale fighter jet into the Indian Air Force a “game changer” and termed it a very important step in the light of the prevailing security conditions that “have been created along India’s borders.” This formal ceremony also marks their full operational induction into the IAF, said Air Chief …

First batch of 5 Rafale fighter jets formally inducted into IAF
4 years, 3 months ago

First batch of 5 Rafale fighter jets formally inducted into IAF

India TV News  

The first batch of five Rafale fighter jets was formally inducted into the Indian Air Force at Ambala air base on Thursday. HIGHLIGHTS Defence Minister Rajnath Singh presents induction scroll of Rafale fighter jets to Group Captain Harkeerat Singh, Commanding Officer, 17 Squadron 'Golden Arrows' of the Indian Air Force. This induction is important considering the kind of atmosphere at …

Rafale Induction 'Big, Strong' Message to Those Eyeing Our Sovereignty, Says Rajnath Singh as 5 Jets Join IAF
4 years, 3 months ago

Rafale Induction 'Big, Strong' Message to Those Eyeing Our Sovereignty, Says Rajnath Singh as 5 Jets Join IAF

News 18  

The first batch of five Rafale fighter jets were formally inducted into the Indian Air Force on Thursday at Ambala air base, in the presence of Defence Minister Rajnath Singh, his French counterpart Florence Parly and Air Chief Marshal RKS Bhadauria. Singh said induction of Rafale jets into the IAF is crucial considering the kind of atmosphere being created along …

Rafale good to go and deliver: IAF chief at induction ceremony in Ambala
4 years, 3 months ago

Rafale good to go and deliver: IAF chief at induction ceremony in Ambala

India Today  

Rafales are good to go and deliver -- Indian Air Force chief Rakesh Kumar Singh Bhadauria said after five Rafale jet planes were inducted at IAF base in Ambala on Thursday. FOLLOW LIVE UPDATES ON RAFALE INDUCTION CEREMONY HERE The first batch of five Rafale fight was formally inducted into the Indian Air Force on Thursday in a mega ceremony …

Rafale jets | The ‘game-changer’ fighters
4 years, 4 months ago

Rafale jets | The ‘game-changer’ fighters

The Hindu  

The Indian Air Force has much to cheer with the arrival of five Rafale omni-role fighter jets in terms of the technology and capability accretion that it brings. According to its manufacturer Dassault Aviation, Rafale is an omni-role fighter capable of the entire spectrum of roles — air superiority and air defence, close air support, in-depth strikes, reconnaissance, anti-ship strikes …

Defended Rafale Deal as I Did Not Want It to Go The Bofors Way: Former IAF Chief BS Dhanoa
4 years, 4 months ago

Defended Rafale Deal as I Did Not Want It to Go The Bofors Way: Former IAF Chief BS Dhanoa

News 18  

Former Chief of Air Staff B S Dhanoa on Wednesday welcomed the arrival of Rafales in India and said he defended the deal to procure the multi-role jets notwithstanding the political controversy to stop it from going the Bofors way. Air Chief Marshal Arup Raha, under whose tenure the mega deal was inked, said the induction of the fleet will …

PM Modi Welcomes First Batch of Rafales, Rajnath Singh Says Jets Will Come as Timely Boost for IAF
4 years, 4 months ago

PM Modi Welcomes First Batch of Rafales, Rajnath Singh Says Jets Will Come as Timely Boost for IAF

News 18  

As India received the first batch of five Rafale fighter jets on Wednesday, Prime Minister Narendra Modi said there is no virtue like protecting the nation and the BJP leaders hailed the arrival of aircraft, while the Congress raised questions over their price and "delay" in acquisition. Defence Minister Rajnath Singh chose the occasion to send out a stern message …

Rafale Touchdown Historic Day for IAF, Jets Will be Game Changer: Amit Shah
4 years, 4 months ago

Rafale Touchdown Historic Day for IAF, Jets Will be Game Changer: Amit Shah

News 18  

Describing the arrival of five Rafale fighter jets as a historic day for the Indian Air Force and a proud moment for India, Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Wednesday said they are the world's most powerful machines capable of thwarting any challenge in the sky. In a series of tweets, Shah also said the Modi government is committed to …

5 Rafale Jets Arrive in India to Rousing Welcome, To Give Boost to IAF's Combat Capability
4 years, 4 months ago

5 Rafale Jets Arrive in India to Rousing Welcome, To Give Boost to IAF's Combat Capability

News 18  

Nearly 23 years after Sukhoi aircraft were imported, a fleet of five French-manufactured Rafale multi-role combat jets touched down in India, giving the country's air power a strategic edge over its adversaries in the neighbourhood. The NDA government had inked a Rs 59,000-crore deal on September 23, 2016 to procure 36 Rafale jets from French aerospace major Dassault Aviation after …

PM Modi Welcomes First Batch of Rafales, Rajnath Singh Says Jets Will Come as Timely Boost for IAF
4 years, 4 months ago

PM Modi Welcomes First Batch of Rafales, Rajnath Singh Says Jets Will Come as Timely Boost for IAF

News 18  

Defence minister Rajnath Singh welcome 'Golden Arrows' Rafale jets as it landed in Haryana's Ambala Air Force Station escorted by two Su-30MKIs. Here are all the latest updates on Rafale jet's landing: • The defence ministry has tweeted saying that the five Rafale jets have entered Indian airspace and are being escorted by two Su-30MKIs. • BJP's Ambala City MLA …

IAF Chief to Receive 5 Rafale Fighter Jets When They Touch Down at Ambala Airbase on Wednesday
4 years, 4 months ago

IAF Chief to Receive 5 Rafale Fighter Jets When They Touch Down at Ambala Airbase on Wednesday

News 18  

Chief of Air Staff RKS Bhadauria will receive the five Rafale fighter jets at Ambala on Wednesday afternoon when the fleet arrives at the strategically key airbase, officials said. The Rafale jets are India's first major acquisition of fighter planes in over two decades, and they are expected to significantly boost the Indian Air Force's combat capabilities. While the first …

On Way to India, Five Rafale Jets Re-fuelled Mid-air at 30,000 Feet by French Tanker
4 years, 4 months ago

On Way to India, Five Rafale Jets Re-fuelled Mid-air at 30,000 Feet by French Tanker

News 18  

On their way to India from France, five Rafale jets were refulled mid-air from a French tanker at a height of 30,000 feet, according to photos released on Tuesday by the Indian Embassy in France. India had inked a Rs 59,000 crore deal on September 23, 2016 to procure 36 Rafale jets from French aerospace major Dassault Aviation. Official sources …

Dassault Rafale is Arriving: Here's a Look at IAF's Mighty Fighter Jet Fleet- Tejas, Sukhoi and More
4 years, 4 months ago

Dassault Rafale is Arriving: Here's a Look at IAF's Mighty Fighter Jet Fleet- Tejas, Sukhoi and More

News 18  

The first batch of five Rafale fighter aircrafts will reach India today evening, after covering 7000-km long journey from France, the home country of Dassault Aviation, maker of Rafale jets. 1/2#RafaleJet pic.twitter.com/0TWU5zlgvQ — Indian Air Force July 27, 2020 The fighter jets, manufactured by France-based Dassault Aviation, are twin-engine multi-role fighter aircraft. Here’s a list of all the active fighter …

First batch of 5 Rafale jets takes off from France to join IAF fleet
4 years, 4 months ago

First batch of 5 Rafale jets takes off from France to join IAF fleet

Live Mint  

NEW DELHI: The countdown to the induction of the French-built Rafale aircraft into the Indian Air Force began on Monday with the first batch of five jets taking off from France. The multi-role fighter aircraft is scheduled to arrive at Ambala air force station on Wednesday, almost four years after India signed an agreement with France to procure 36 Rafale …

As Rafale Takes Off for India, Here's Why It Can Become a Deadly Combo With Sukhoi Su-30MKI
4 years, 4 months ago

As Rafale Takes Off for India, Here's Why It Can Become a Deadly Combo With Sukhoi Su-30MKI

News 18  

The first batch of five Rafale jets have started their 7000-km long journey to India from the airbase in France. Speaking on the sidelines of the Indo-French joint Air Exercise Garuda-VI, Indian Air Force Air Chief Air Marshal RKS Bhadauria warned enemies, including Pakistan of deadly combination of Sukhoi Su-30MKI and Rafale MMRCA fighter jets. 1/2#RafaleJet pic.twitter.com/0TWU5zlgvQ — Indian Air …

India’s Rafale Story & Rumours: How Important Are These Aircraft? OPINION
4 years, 4 months ago

India’s Rafale Story & Rumours: How Important Are These Aircraft? OPINION

The Quint  

The Rafale brings with it important capabilities in terms of its very advanced AESA radar in combination with the Meteor BVR missile with a range of 150 km, and a host of air-to-ground precision weapons including the SCALP cruise missile with exceptionally high accuracies. The first Rafale squadron, fully equipped, will not be ready before Feb/Mar 2021, and the second …

How armed Rafale fighter jet increases Indian firepower in the sky
4 years, 5 months ago

How armed Rafale fighter jet increases Indian firepower in the sky

India TV News  

Rafale fighter jets will soon be inducted in Indian Air Force. Image Source : PTI Rafale fighter jet Meteor missiles are a game-changer. Image Source : ANI Rafale fighter jet India’s Rafales will also be equipped with the SCALP deep-strike cruise missile. SCALP’s operational effectiveness is the result of three key factors: its high survivability thanks to its long stand-off …

Five Rafale Aircraft to Be Inducted in IAF on 29 July
4 years, 5 months ago

Five Rafale Aircraft to Be Inducted in IAF on 29 July

The Quint  

“IAF aircrew and ground crew have undergone comprehensive training on the aircraft, including its highly advanced weapons systems and are fully operational now,” IAF said. The Rafale fighter aircraft will be armed with beyond visual range missiles like Meteor, SCALP and MICA, increasing their ability to take on incoming targets from a distance. A senior Indian Air Force officer said …

First batch of 5 Rafale jets to land in India on July 29
4 years, 5 months ago

First batch of 5 Rafale jets to land in India on July 29

India Today  

The first batch of five Rafale jets is expected to be in India on July 29. The "game-changer" aircraft will be inducted at Air Force Station Ambala, Haryana, on July 29, subject to weather, the Indian Air Force said. A total of 36 jets comprising two squadrons will be part of the Indian Air Force over the course of next …

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