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India is set to procure 114 Rafale fighter jets from France in a significant government-to-government deal worth Rs 3.25 lakh crore. While 18 will be fly-away, 96 will be manufactured in India. This acquisition aims to bolster the Indian Air Force's depleted squadron strength, though indigenous programs like Tejas Mk2 and AMCA are crucial for long-term security against evolving threats.

Ajit Doval's recent trip to Moscow highlights the enduring India-Russia alliance as the geopolitical landscape evolves. Talks centered on tackling security threats and a unified stance against terrorism, emphasizing fairness and transparency. With Russia as a vital ally in defense, both nations are deepening their cooperation in co-developing cutting-edge military technologies.

The US Marine Corps is retiring its AV-8B Sea Harrier Jump Jet, a decade after India's navy did. This unique aircraft's Vertical Take-Off and Landing capability allowed operations from dispersed locations and smaller carriers, proving vital for close air support and deployments. This technology lives on in the F-35B.

Pakistan faces scrutiny over allegations of hosting Iranian military aircraft to shield them from US strikes, mirroring a Saddam Hussein tactic. Islamabad denies this, stating aircraft were for diplomatic logistics during peace talks. The situation complicates Pakistan's mediator role, raising international concerns about its potential support for Iran's military assets.

India's Navy and DRDO successfully tested the Naval Anti-Ship Missile–Short Range from a Sea King helicopter off Odisha. The salvo firing demonstrated the missile's ability to strike a ship's vulnerable waterline, with two missiles launched in quick succession. This advanced 'fire-and-forget' weapon, featuring a 100 kg warhead and 55 km range, promises enhanced naval defense capabilities.

The Indian Navy is boosting self-reliance by inviting domestic firms to develop and manufacture critical subsystems for its Russian-built MiG-29K fighter jets. This initiative aims to enhance aircraft availability and reduce foreign dependency. Indian companies will now develop automated test systems for the MiG-29K/KUB, crucial for maintaining combat readiness and strengthening national security through controlled supply chains.

A Mig-29 fighter aircraft of the IAF crashed in Chuharpur village here on Friday after it developed a technical snag, officials said. The pilot ejected safely and has been rescued, they said. An IAF spokesperson said the Mig-29 aircraft was on a training mission from an Air Force base near Jalandhar. The crash took place around 10.30 am, the officials said.

Alexander Leonov, a key mind behind India's formidable BrahMos missile, has passed away at 74. His genius also shaped the Zircon hypersonic missile. The BrahMos, a cornerstone of Indian defense across its army, navy, and air force. Leonov's legacy is etched in these advanced weapon systems.

Body of the Indian Navy pilot who was missing since his MiG-29K crashed in the Arabian Sea has been found. The body of Commander Nishant Singh was found on the seabed 70 metres below water, 30 miles off the Goa coast after an extensive search. The aircraft had crashed on Nov 26. The Russian-origin jet had taken off from aircraft carrier INS Vikramaditya and went down around 5pm.

A 15-foot-long steel fuel tank of a Mig-29 fighter jet flying above West Midnapore in Bengal sky got dislodged from the aircraft and fell in a forest at Goaltore closest to Kalaikunda air force station on Monday afternoon.

An Indian Navy aircraft - MiG-29K - operating at sea crashed around 5pm on Thursday evening. While one pilot managed to eject safely, a search operation is under way to find the second. A probe has been ordered into the incident, according to an official statement.