News for 'Rafale'

Light combat jets land on INS Vikrant for 1st time

Light combat jets land on INS Vikrant for 1st time

Rediff.com7 Feb 2023

Navy said the landing demonstrated India's capability to design, develop, construct and operate indigenous aircraft carrier with indigenous fighter aircraft.

Will Annamalai's 'DMK Files' Help BJP?

Will Annamalai's 'DMK Files' Help BJP?

Rediff.com17 Apr 2023

Will Annamalai's attacks on the DMK revert the anti-BJP feeling in Tamil Nadu, asks N Sathiya Moorthy.

Rahul accuses PM of treason, seeks SC appointed probe into Pegasus issue

Rahul accuses PM of treason, seeks SC appointed probe into Pegasus issue

Rediff.com23 Jul 2021

He said all his phones have been tapped and his friends informed by intelligence people that this is being done.

Arms dealer Bhandari sues French firm for unpaid cut in Indian deal

Arms dealer Bhandari sues French firm for unpaid cut in Indian deal

Rediff.com11 Jan 2022

Sanjay Bhandari, an accused arms dealer wanted in India on money laundering and tax evasion charges, is pursuing a separate legal battle of his own in France over an alleged unpaid cut from a large Indian defence contract dating back over 10 years, according to a UK media report.

Does IAF Need Eagle II To Take On China?

Does IAF Need Eagle II To Take On China?

Rediff.com5 Apr 2022

The latest avatar of the F-15 is designed to deal with the world's most potent air threats that are emerging from China.

Rahul Gandhi gets Bombay HC relief in defamation case till Jan 25

Rahul Gandhi gets Bombay HC relief in defamation case till Jan 25

Rediff.com5 Dec 2022

The Bombay high court on Monday extended till January 25, 2023, the relief granted to Congress leader Rahul Gandhi from appearance before a local court in a defamation complaint pertaining to his alleged remarks against Prime Minister Narendra Modi.

India needs 5 squadrons of 4.5 generation aircraft in inventory: IAF chief

India needs 5 squadrons of 4.5 generation aircraft in inventory: IAF chief

Rediff.com8 Nov 2022

The IAF chief and his French counterpart, General Stphane Mille, took part in a joint exercise between the two countries.

This is our faith: Rajnath on 'shastra puja' jibes

This is our faith: Rajnath on 'shastra puja' jibes

Rediff.com11 Oct 2019

The defence minister said: "People can say whatever they want. I did what I thought was right and I will continue to do so."

TN BJP chief releases video alleging scams, DMK threatens legal action

TN BJP chief releases video alleging scams, DMK threatens legal action

Rediff.com14 Apr 2023

Tamil Nadu Bharatiya Janata Party state president K Annamalai on Friday released 'DMK Files' alleging top ministers from the party and Chief Minister MK Stalin's family members had accumulated unaccounted assets.

Surat court order on Rahul's plea to stay conviction on April 20

Surat court order on Rahul's plea to stay conviction on April 20

Rediff.com13 Apr 2023

A sessions court in Surat on Thursday said it would pronounce on April 20 its order on Congress leader Rahul Gandhi's plea for a stay to his conviction in a criminal defamation case over his "Modi surname" remark.

Rajnath calls on Macron; discusses India-France defence ties

Rajnath calls on Macron; discusses India-France defence ties

Rediff.com8 Oct 2019

"The meeting demonstrated the depth of India-France bilateral partnership, especially in the defence sector, that has significantly strengthened in recent times. Both leaders resolved to take the relationship to the next higher level," said a statement issued by the ministry after the 35-minute meeting.

'J-K politics is throttled by fear and persecution'

'J-K politics is throttled by fear and persecution'

Rediff.com12 Oct 2022

'Ladakh too is politically paralysed and in limbo, as Rafale jets roar above Leh and Israeli arms dealers prowl the town.'

IAF to enhance Tejas capabilities with HAMMER missiles

IAF to enhance Tejas capabilities with HAMMER missiles

Rediff.com16 Nov 2021

"The HAMMER missiles are in the process of being integrated with the LCA Tejas and it will significantly enhance its capability to take out hardened targets from stand-off distances," government sources told ANI.

Aatmanirbharta, Nari Shakti dominate 74th Republic Day parade

Aatmanirbharta, Nari Shakti dominate 74th Republic Day parade

Rediff.com26 Jan 2023

All equipment from the Army which were part of the Republic Day celebrations are made-in-India, Chief of Staff Delhi Area Maj Gen Bhavnish Kumar had earlier said.

IAF to hold mega exercise near LAC; Army chief reviews situation

IAF to hold mega exercise near LAC; Army chief reviews situation

Rediff.com21 Jan 2023

The Indian Air Force will carry out a mega exercise covering the Northeastern region early next month to check its combat readiness, amid a fresh spike in tension with China along the Line of Actual Control in Arunachal Pradesh.

SEE: IAF shows off its strength at parade

SEE: IAF shows off its strength at parade

Rediff.com8 Oct 2020

The grandeur and might of the various types of aircraft in the Indian Air Force were on full display on the occasion of the 88th Air Force Day celebrations on Thursday.

Rahul says party, not him, will decide on new chief

Rahul says party, not him, will decide on new chief

Rediff.com20 Jun 2019

Gandhi is adamant on stepping down as party president following the debacle in the elections, but the Congress Working Committee, the highest decision making body of the Congress, has rejected his offer to resign and asked him to restructure the party at all levels.

Chopper crash probe will take 'few more weeks': IAF Chief

Chopper crash probe will take 'few more weeks': IAF Chief

Rediff.com18 Dec 2021

I would not like to preempt any of the findings of the court of inquiry, because it's a thorough process, said Air Chief Marshal Vivek Ram Chaudhari.

'The Chinese air force is no threat'

'The Chinese air force is no threat'

Rediff.com24 Aug 2020

'Our air force can strike them with impunity.'

BJP hails note ban verdict; asks will Rahul apologise

BJP hails note ban verdict; asks will Rahul apologise

Rediff.com2 Jan 2023

The Supreme Court in a 4:1 majority verdict upheld the government's 2016 decision to demonetise Rs 1,000 and Rs 500 denomination notes, saying the decision-making process was not flawed.

75 aircraft to feature in Republic Day flypast

75 aircraft to feature in Republic Day flypast

Rediff.com17 Jan 2022

The flypast will begin with "Dhwaj" formation with four Mi-17 aircraft, followed by "Rudra" and "Rahat" formations with 4 and 5 Advanced Light Helicopters, respectively.

Cong dubs Rajnath's shastra puja as 'tamasha'; BJP hits back

Cong dubs Rajnath's shastra puja as 'tamasha'; BJP hits back

Rediff.com9 Oct 2019

When we bought weapons-like the Bofors gun previously purchased, no one went and brought them while showing off, Kharge said.

In convicting Rahul, judge refers to his prior apology to SC

In convicting Rahul, judge refers to his prior apology to SC

Rediff.com23 Mar 2023

The court in Gujarat's Surat city which on Thursday sentenced Congress leader Rahul Gandhi to a two-year jail term in a criminal defamation case noted that the seriousness of his crime increased because a speech delivered by a Member of Parliament has a "very wide impact on the public."

Why Hollande spoke out

Why Hollande spoke out

Rediff.com22 Sep 2018

French sources say Hollande was motivated to speak out after an Indian media report revealed that the Reliance Group had part-funded a film venture by his domestic partner, French actress Julie Gayet.

'A future war with China may start at a higher tempo'

'A future war with China may start at a higher tempo'

Rediff.com7 Aug 2023

'...and then get scaled down somewhat.' 'It will be difficult for any side to occupy meaningful territories, maybe just a bit here and there, and the destruction may vary on either side.'

SC stays Rahul's conviction, over to LS speaker to reinstate him

SC stays Rahul's conviction, over to LS speaker to reinstate him

Rediff.com4 Aug 2023

The Supreme Court on Friday stayed the conviction of Congress leader Rahul Gandhi in a 2019 defamation case over his Modi surname remark, restoring his status as an MP.

Amid fresh LAC tension, IAF to conduct 2-day exercise

Amid fresh LAC tension, IAF to conduct 2-day exercise

Rediff.com14 Dec 2022

Sources said the exercise is aimed at checking the IAF's overall combat capability and military preparedness in the region.

India to upgrade airfield near China border for fighter jets

India to upgrade airfield near China border for fighter jets

Rediff.com27 Oct 2022

The capability of operating fighter aircraft from this area would strengthen the air force's ability to tackle any misadventures by the adversary in a faster way.

Rahul sentenced in offence that was not serious: Gujarat HC told

Rahul sentenced in offence that was not serious: Gujarat HC told

Rediff.com29 Apr 2023

Justice Hemant Prachchhak of the high court took up the criminal revision application filed by Gandhi challenging the April 20 order of the sessions court.

After 'Hindu girl' row, Anant Kumar Hegde calls Rahul 'a hybrid breed'

After 'Hindu girl' row, Anant Kumar Hegde calls Rahul 'a hybrid breed'

Rediff.com30 Jan 2019

'See how much they lie, father is a Muslim, mother a Christian, son is Brahmin. How did it come?'

Will India See Return Of Two-Party Politics?

Will India See Return Of Two-Party Politics?

Rediff.com20 Jul 2023

If only the Congress could rebuild on its strengths and develop a modern enough ideology, we could again be moving towards a clearer two-party political landscape, asserts Shekhar Gupta.

CAG report not worth paper its written on: Rahul

CAG report not worth paper its written on: Rahul

Rediff.com14 Feb 2019

The only reason for the new deal is to give Rs 30,000 crore to industrialist Anil Ambani, the Congress chief alleged.

What Will China Attack First?

What Will China Attack First?

Rediff.com12 Jun 2023

In all likelihood, the next conventional Chinese attack on India would be preceded by a massive cyber attack designed to cripple Indian networks and interfere with our disaster-relief programmes.

'Any attempt to use Official Secrets Act against media reprehensible'

'Any attempt to use Official Secrets Act against media reprehensible'

Rediff.com7 Mar 2019

The Guild denounces these threats and urges the government to refrain from initiating any action that might undermine the media's freedom and independence the statement said.

The many moods of Nirmala Sitharaman

The many moods of Nirmala Sitharaman

Rediff.com17 Dec 2018

In a scathing attack on the Congress, Defence Minister Niramala Sitharaman on Monday alleged that the opposition party was "knowingly" misleading people over the Rafale jets' pricing.

Jaitley calls Rahul 'Clown Prince', Cong hits back with 'court jester'

Jaitley calls Rahul 'Clown Prince', Cong hits back with 'court jester'

Rediff.com20 Sep 2018

Gandhi accusing the minister of 'lying' on HAL's capability to build the jet fighters, saying her position is untenable.

Ready for Balakot-type strike: New IAF chief

Ready for Balakot-type strike: New IAF chief

Rediff.com30 Sep 2019

The Indian Air Force is monitoring the developments along the western front, he said.

'Baseless political witch-hunt': Vadra on BJP's charges

'Baseless political witch-hunt': Vadra on BJP's charges

Rediff.com26 Sep 2018

Union minister Gajendra Shekhawat had alleged that the UPA called off Rafale deal after a private company linked to Vadra was not chosen as a broker.

Anil Ambani to withdraw defamation suit against Cong

Anil Ambani to withdraw defamation suit against Cong

Rediff.com21 May 2019

The Group has decided to withdraw the Rs 5,000-crore civil defamation suits against Congress leaders and National Herald newspaper over their statements and an article on the controversial Rafale fighter jet deal.

Chinese fighter jets continue to provoke India on LAC in Eastern Ladakh

Chinese fighter jets continue to provoke India on LAC in Eastern Ladakh

Rediff.com24 Jul 2022

The Chinese aircraft have been regularly flying close to the LAC in the last three to four weeks which is seen as an attempt to probe the Indian defence mechanism in the area.