India-France Seal 5 Landmark Defense Deals: Rafale, Hammer Missiles & More

• PM Modi and President Macron signed over 20 agreements, including 5 major defense deals, boosting India's military capabilities.
• India to acquire 26 Rafale-M fighter jets for the Navy, enhancing strike capabilities for aircraft carriers like INS Vikrant with technology transfer.
• Hammer missile production to be fully localized in India by Safran and BEL, ensuring cost-effective and continuous supply for IAF.
• Safran opens India's first deep-level MRO center in Hyderabad for LEAP and M88 jet engines; discussions ongoing for 110kN fighter engine co-development with 100% tech transfer.
• Tata-Airbus to establish India's first private helicopter manufacturing unit in Karnataka for H125 helicopters, aiming for global export.