Sat Sep 07 08:26:46 UTC 2024: – The Indian Navy is planning to acquire additional fighter jets for its aircraft carrier fleet, and is in talks with a French company for the purchase.
– The Indian Navy requires Rafale-M fighter jets to be deployed on its aircraft carrier INS Vikrant, for which 26 jets have been decided to be purchased.
– The Defence Ministry has approved funds worth Rs 1.45 lakh crore for the procurement of aircraft and equipment.
– A deal worth Rs 70,000 crores has been signed for the construction of 7 warships, each weighing 8,000 tonnes.
– Defence Minister Rajnath Singh led a delegation to the US and discussed the purchase of Predator drones, with an agreement expected by October 31.
– The purchase of Rafale-M fighter jets will enhance the Indian Navy’s capabilities and bolster its maritime security.
– Additionally, approval is expected for the purchase of 3 more indigenous anti-submarine warfare ships by the end of the year.
– Indian Navy Chief Admiral Rakesh Bal has sent condolences on the demise of naval chief Raghav Pal.

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