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Dassault Aviation is advancing plans to establish a Maintenance, Repair, and Overhaul (MRO) facility near Jewar International Airport for India’s Mirage 2000 and Rafale fighters. This move supports India's aspiration to locally manufacture the lates...

China's second aircraft carrier 'Shandong' has been deployed to patrol waters off the Philippine coast amidst growing tensions over territorial claims in the South China Sea, serving as a deterrent against perceived provocations. The carrier's prese...

A U.S. aircraft carrier, the USS Theodore Roosevelt, has arrived in South Korea for a joint exercise involving Japan, aimed at bolstering military readiness against North Korean threats. The exercise, called Freedom Edge, follows heightened tensions...

The nuclear-powered U.S. aircraft carrier, Theodore Roosevelt, has arrived in South Korea's port city of Busan for joint military exercises with South Korea and Japan. This follows an agreement between the three nations, made at a Camp David summit ...

India and France are currently negotiating the price and related issues for a significant deal involving the purchase of 26 Rafale Marine fighter aircraft for the Indian Navy. Talks were rescheduled to June due to the Lok Sabha polls. The deal, wort...

The National Company Law Tribunal (NCLT) has sent a notice to SpiceJet following an insolvency plea initiated by Engine Lease Finance BV, an aircraft engine lessor involved with the financially troubled airline.

Yemen's Houthis launched a missile at the U.S. aircraft carrier Eisenhower in the Red Sea, retaliating against U.S. and British strikes on Yemen. Houthi spokesperson Yahya Saree reported that these strikes killed 16 and injured 41, including civilia...

India is enhancing its naval capabilities in response to China's PLA Navy in the Indo-Pacific region. The Indian Navy is set to acquire 26 Rafale Marine fighter jets from France to bolster its aircraft carrier INS Vikrant. The deal, valued at nearly...

The jets will be manufactured to India-specific standards and will have several indigenous systems as well, including weapons and communication. The acquisition is being seen as a stop-gap solution till the development of an indigenous carrier-borne...

India and France will begin negotiations on May 30 for a Rs 50,000 crore deal for 26 Rafale Marine fighter jets. The French delegation will meet Indian Defence Ministry officials to finalize the agreement by fiscal year-end. The jets will operate fr...

India and France will begin negotiations this week for a Rs 50,000 crore deal to purchase 26 Rafale Marine fighter jets for the INS Vikrant. The Rafale M was chosen for its compatibility with India's existing Rafale fleet, reducing maintenance costs...

China's third aircraft carrier, Fujian, showcases advanced technology with catapults for aircraft, aiming for a fleet of six carriers for operational maturity. Collin Koh highlights the strategic plan for China's carrier fleet expansion, emphasizing...

China's first domestically designed aircraft carrier, the Fujian, has completed its sea trials, showcasing advanced features like an integrated propulsion system and electromagnetic catapults. This development marks a significant stride in China's n...

The company’s international expansion will be gradual given that the aircraft delivery is expected in 2027. A critical question is whether the airline will be able to retain the advantage of a low-cost carrier once it expands in international market...

China's third aircraft carrier, Fujian, has embarked on its maiden trials, signaling the country's naval expansion to challenge the US. With a focus on testing propulsion and electrical systems, the trials are expected to last two years before the c...

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh has praised the Indian Navy's operations in foreign waters, highlighting its ability to assist merchant ships threatened by pirates. He also mentioned the government's readiness to consider the Navy's proposal for a se...

China's cutting-edge third aircraft carrier, the Fujian, begins sea trials amid heightened tensions with the US in the South China Sea and Taiwan Strait. Equipped with advanced systems, it reflects Beijing's naval power expansion. China plans for mo...

China's construction of the Type 004 aircraft carrier, potentially powered by nuclear energy, signifies a significant step in its naval expansion. This development could reshape the maritime balance of power in Asia and challenge US naval dominance....

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh and top Indian Navy commanders will review maritime security challenges during a conference onboard one of the Navy's aircraft carriers in the Arabian Sea. Discussions will include China's military presence in the Indi...