The Rafale M is a strong, reliable aircraft. It is designed to work well in tough conditions, especially on aircraft carriers.

India and France have signed a Rs 63,000 crore deal for 26 Rafale-M jets for the Indian Navy, boosting maritime strength and deepening defence ties. Deliveries are expected between 2029 and 2031.

The signing ceremony, held at Nausena Bhawan, was witnessed by senior officials including Defence Secretary Rajesh Kumar Singh

Daijiworld Media Network - New Delhi New Delhi, Apr 27: India and France are set to formalize a landmark defence agreement on Monday for the acquisition of 26 Rafale fighter jets to bolster the Indian Navy’s air power, the Ministry of Defence confirmed. Valued at approximately Rs 63,000 crore, the deal includes 22 .....

New Delhi: India and France are set to sign a Rs 63,000 crore deal for 26 Rafale Marine combat aircraft on Monday in Delhi, defence officials said.

Following the Pahalgam attack, French Defence Minister Sébastien Lecornu's visit to India has been deferred, delaying the signing of a 26 Rafale-Marine combat aircraft agreement between the two countries.