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India to receive its last Rafale by December 15

The Rafale is a 4.5-generation aircraft and has helped India regain its supremacy over Indian sub-constituent skies with long-range air-to-air and air-to-ground missiles.

published on : 9th November 2022
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Supreme Court rejects PIL seeking fresh probe into Rafale deal

A bench comprising Chief Justice UU Lalit and Ravindra Bhat considered lawyer ML Sharma's submission that a direction for issuing a letters rogatory to collect fresh evidence relating to the deal.

published on : 29th August 2022
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Induction of Rafale jets into IAF crucial considering atmosphere on border: Rajnath Singh

Rajnath Singh said induction of Rafale jets into the IAF is crucial considering the kind of atmosphere being created along India's border.

published on : 10th September 2020
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Rafale row : Jaitley questions Hollande’s ‘two versions of truth’

Jaitley, hinting at a possible ‘collusion’, raised questions as to how Hollande’s comments casting aspersion on the Indian government came just two days after a tweet by Rahul.

published on : 24th September 2018
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Is ex-French President lying or PM Modi: Owaisi on Rafale deal

Hollande had said that Dassault Aviation was given no choice but to partner with Anil Ambani-led Reliance Defence for the offset clause in the Rafale fighter jet deal.

published on : 22nd September 2018
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IAF Deputy Chief flies first Rafale manufactured by Dassault for India

Nambiar, who reached Paris four days ago, flew the aircraft in France to assess its efficacy.

published on : 21st September 2018
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Ex-HAL chief T.S. Raju 's statements on Rafale factually incorrect: Government sources

'In the news item published, ex-Chairman and Managing Director, HAL chief  has been quoted as stating that an agreed work-share with Dassault Aviation was submitted to the government.'

published on : 20th September 2018
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Indian Air Force​ quietly making preparations to welcome Rafale jets

A number of IAF teams have already visited France to help Dassault Aviation, the manufacturer of Rafale, incorporate India-specific enhancements on-board the fighter aircraft, officials said.

published on : 9th September 2018
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Rafale deal row: Modi government catering only to self-interest, alleges Congress

The Congress alleged that Prime Minister Modi had made the announcement of "off-the-shelf" purchase of the fighters in Paris after paying an "extra amount".

published on : 12th August 2018
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Defence Minister doing flip-flop on secrecy clause; surely a scam in Rafale deal: Rahul Gandhi

The Congress chief also attacked Prime Minister Narendra Modi over the issue, alleging he "squirms" when asked about the prices of the fighter aircraft.

published on : 22nd July 2018
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With hug and maybe a wink, Rahul Gandhi launches fierce attack against NDA government

The prime minister, who appeared to be flummoxed by Gandhi's gesture, called him back, shook his hands again and patted him while sporting a smile.

published on : 20th July 2018
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Attack Congress but where are the jobs, Rahul Gandhi asks PM Narendra Modi

The Congress President reminded Modi that he is the Prime Minister of the country and not an Opposition leader, and questioned his silence on alleged corruption in the Rafale jet deal among others.

published on : 8th February 2018
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Congress allegations on Rafale deal reflects its desperation: BJP's Piyush Goyal

The Rafale deal happened after "government-to-government" negotiations between India and France. It was done to fulfil the urgent requirement of the Indian Air Force, Goyal said.

published on : 17th November 2017
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Rafale deal in India's interest: French sources on Congress criticism

The sources said it was selected for its "outstanding performance" and "competitive price", while refusing to directly counter the Congress' allegation, terming it a "domestic political issue".

published on : 15th November 2017
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IAF’s Ambala, Hasimara air bases to host two squadrons of Rafale jets

Sources said teams from Dassault Aviation of France, the manufacturer of Rafale jets, had visited the Ambala base in Haryana in the recent past and reportedly finalised requirements.

published on : 1st October 2017