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Meghalaya links farm income to water security, releases ₹28.60 crore to 1.14 lakh households in Tura
Meghalaya Chief Minister Conrad K. Sangma released Rs 28.60 crore under FOCUS+ for 1,14,400 farming households, including 9,070 new beneficiaries. The programme provides eligible households Rs 5,000 annually through direct benefit transfers. The event also highlighted MegARISE, a Rs 344.4 crore conservation project covering the Ganol and Umiew catchments. Two communities have voluntarily begun the process of declaring their catchment areas protected under the Meghalaya Protection Act, 1990, while also exploring community-led ecotourism. The Ganol catchment is crucial to Tura’s long-term water security.
Ukraine’s long-range missile push: What Britain’s new SCALP deal really means
Britain will share technical data for SCALP missile components with Ukraine. This move aims to help Ukraine assemble its own long-range weapons. However, experts suggest these missiles will not be ready until next year. Ukraine needs Patriot defense systems to counter increasing Russian ballistic attacks. The SCALP missile offers deep strike offensive capabilities against Russian launch sites.
China develops missile to target planes thousands of miles away
China has developed hypersonic glide vehicles capable of launching air-to-air weapons. These advanced weapons threaten high-value targets thousands of miles away. The US faces missile supply challenges after a recent conflict with Iran. China's missile arsenal has grown significantly, increasing its military capabilities. Such developments pose a serious threat to future US air operations.
France submits final Rafale proposal as India moves closer to Rs 3.25 lakh crore deal
France has presented both technical and commercial proposals regarding India's acquisition of Rafale jets. This initiative significantly progresses the intended purchase of one hundred fourteen fighter aircraft for the Indian Air Force. Of these, ninety-four jets will be locally manufactured in India, incorporating a technology transfer. Additionally, twenty jets are set to be flown directly from France to address urgent requirements.
France submits proposal for 114 Rafale fighter jet deal with India, offers large-scale local manufacturing
France submitted its technical and commercial proposal for 114 Rafale fighter jets. Ninety-four aircraft will be manufactured in India with domestic industry partners. This acquisition aims to bolster the Indian Air Force's declining squadron strength. The deal is expected to generate significant business opportunities for Indian companies. India has already contracted 62 Rafale aircraft for its Air Force and Navy.
Rafale fires MICA NG missile: All about the next-generation weapon built to target stealth aircraft, drones and cruise missiles
France successfully test-fired its new MICA NG air-to-air missile from a Rafale jet, marking its first supersonic flight. This advanced missile boasts increased range and maneuverability, designed to counter modern threats like stealth aircraft and drones. The development comes as India plans to acquire 114 Rafale jets, with a significant portion to be manufactured domestically.
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Rafale fires MICA NG missile designed to hunt stealth jets in first supersonic test
France has successfully tested its advanced MICA NG missile from a Rafale fighter jet. This new weapon is designed to counter stealth aircraft and drones. The test marks a significant step towards integrating the missile with the Rafale. India is also advancing plans to acquire 114 Rafale fighter jets, with manufacturing potentially happening in India.
Boosting self-reliance: MBDA to develop local maintenance facility for IAF's MICA missiles
European missile maker MBDA and the Indian Air Force have signed an agreement. This pact will develop local capability for MICA missile maintenance, repair, and overhaul. The Indian Air Force will operate the facility. MBDA will provide machinery, tools, and training. This move supports India's self-reliance campaign. It will enhance operational readiness and sustainment efforts for the armed forces.
Axiscades secures orders worth Rs 600 cr in defence space
Axiscades has secured defence orders worth ₹600 crore for developing advanced sub-systems for indigenous platforms, partnering with DRDO and Defence PSUs. These orders, executed over 3-5 years through its subsidiaries, highlight Axiscades' strength in radar, sonar, and signal processing. Furthermore, Axiscades Aerospace and Technologies partnered with MBDA to establish a defence facility in Karnataka, enhancing support for advanced missile systems.
Brazil halts negotiations with India for Akash missile, turns to European alternative with longer range
Brazil has reportedly stopped talks with India regarding the Akash missile system. Instead, Brazil is now considering a deal with MBDA for its EMADS. The decision came despite India offering several defence platforms. Brazil's shift is due to EMADS' longer range and proven performance. The Brazilian Army is negotiating a substantial deal for MBDA’s EMADS system.
Axiscades, Europe's MBDA join hands to set up defence unit in Bengaluru
Axiscades, an Indian engineering firm, has partnered with MBDA, a European missile systems company, to establish a defence facility in Karnataka. This agreement, formalized at the Paris Air Show 2025, involves Axiscades Aerospace and Technologies setting up the unit near Bengaluru's airport. The facility will feature advanced equipment and skilled personnel to support MBDA's systems engineering needs.
India and France strengthen defence ties: MBDA and Naval group set to boost 'Make in India' initiative
India and France are expanding their defence collaboration. European missile manufacturer MBDA plans to set up a unit in India in the next three to four years. Naval Group is providing six Scorpene class submarines to India. Euronaval 2024 in France will be a key event for discussing naval industry challenges and innovations.
Ready to consider integration of Brimstone missiles onto MQ-9B Predator to be procured by India, says MBDA
India is in the process of procuring 31 MQ-9B Predator high-altitude long-endurance drones from the US at a cost of nearly USD 3 billion to crank up the surveillance apparatus of the armed forces, especially along the contested frontier with China.
French defence players point to 'expanding presence in India'
French missiles and bombs manufacturer MBDA told ET that a full weapons package is ready for the Rafale fighter jets being procured by the Indian Navy, saying it will "fit perfectly" with India's strategic ambitions in the Indo-Pacific.
Poland announces $2.4 billion air defence deal with Europe's MBDA
Poland's armament agency on Friday announced it had signed a £1.9-billion ($2.4-billion) air defence deal with the UK arm of Europe's MBDA, which will provide missiles and missile launchers.
Defence Ministry imposes fine on MBDA for delay in fulfilling offset obligations under Rafale deal
In its report tabled in Parliament, the national auditor had said that Dassault Aviation and MBDA proposed in September 2015 to discharge 30 per cent of their offset obligations by offering high technology to the Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO), but the two firms were yet to do it.
Poland signs deal for short-range missile launchers
PGZ "accepted the task of integrating and creating short-range anti-aircraft missile launchers for use by the Polish army" as part of Poland's Narew programme, Defence Minister Mariusz Blaszczak said in a statement.
Bharat Dynamics, MBDA sign pact to set up facility for Air-to-Air Missile in Telangana
Under the licensing agreement, MBDA will transfer the equipment and knowledge to BDL for establishing the facility. The facility is expected to commence operations by the year 2022-'23.
Britain signs 550 million pound weapons contract for F-35 jets
Britain said making the new missiles, known as SPEAR3, would enhance the UK's future combat air capability and support more than 700 jobs in the country.
CAG slams French companies Dassault, MBDA for not fulfilling Rafale offset terms
French firms Dassault Aviation and MBDA, the main companies in the Rs 59,000 crore contract for 36 Rafale fighters inked in September 2016, have been slammed by the national audit watchdog, CAG, for their failure so far to fulfil offsets obligation in offering advanced technology to India.
L&T-MBDA missile systems JV units to start deliveries from 2020
The unit includes assembly, inert integration (without explosives) and testing facility for missile sub-systems and missile weapon launch systems spread across an area of 16,000 square meter in a Special Economic Zone at Coimbatore. It is a part of the Tamil Nadu Defence Industrial Corridor. The joint venture was formed in 2017 and it has already received a few export orders.
L&T MBDA Missile Systems sets up missile integration facility in Tamil Nadu
"LTMMSL has set up the assembly, 'inert' integration (without explosives) and testing facility for missile sub-systems and missile weapon launch systems spread across an area of 16,000 sq meter in a special economic zone at Coimbatore," Larsen & Toubro (L&T) said in a regulatory filing.
European manufacturer signs up to make missiles in India with BDL
MoU signed for assembly, integration of Air to Air Asraam missile and anti-air Mistral.
Enforcement Directorate claims evidence of Deepak Talwar of laundering Rs 160 crore
It has summoned Talwar’s son Aditya and “key aide” Yasmin Kapoor for questioning.
Joint company with L&T to develop anti-tank missiles unique, first time done it outside Europe: MBDA
There is a willingness of France to transfer technology to support the development of a stronger Indian defence industry, said MBDA CEO Antoine Bouvier
L&T, Europe’s missile maker MBDA form Defence JV
The joint venture will look to develop and supply fifth generation anti-tank guided missiles (ATGM5s), missiles for coastal batteries and high speed target drones.
French govt sets target of 10,000 Indians as foreign students by 2020
Deputy Chief of Mission at the French Embassy in India Claire Thuaudet was speaking at a felicitation function for five engineering students selected.
France hopeful of $6-billion Maitri missile project
France remains hopeful of signing the deal even though Indian armed forces are sceptical about the missile since indigenously developed Akash is in play.
European consortium MBDA offers missiles to India for its Russian Sukhois
European consortium MBDA has offered their 300 km-range Taurus stand-off missile system to IAF for its fighter jets such as the Su-30MKI.
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