Goa, April 20 -- India and France are expected to sign their largest-ever defence agreement on April 28, 2025, for the acquisition of 26 Rafale Marine fighter jets for the Indian Navy, valued at over INR 63,000 crore. The signing ceremony will be held in New Delhi, likely outside the Defence Ministry headquarters in South Block, and will be attended by French Defence Minister Sebastien Lecornu, who will be in India on April 27-28. This government-to-government deal includes 22 single-seater and 4 twin-seater jets, along with a comprehensive package that covers fleet maintenance, logistical support, personnel training, and the production of indigenous components.

These Rafale Marine jets will be deployed on India's aircraft carriers, INS ...