The Indian Air Force carried out a long-range precision strike against a practice target to mark the second anniversary of the Balakot Operations

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The delivery of Rafales began with the first batch of five jets in September. Notably, it coincides with an ongoing border conflict with China in eastern Ladakh

BECA, which is the last of four foundational agreements for boosting defence ties, will be signed during the third edition of the 2+2 dialogue between the two countries on Tuesday

Indian government sources said the five-point agreement will guide the approach of the two countries in tackling the current border situation which has remained volatile and tense

In an indirect message to China, Rajnath Singh said Rafale fight jet induction in IAF is important, considering the kind of atmosphere at India's borders or the kind of atmosphere \"created\" at the country's borders

Rafale induction ceremony: \"The induction of Rafale into IAF also represents the strong ties between India and France. The strategic ties between our two countries have also strengthened,\" says Rajnath Singh

The five rafale aircraft arrived in India on July 29, 2020. The second batch of four to five Rafale jets is likely to arrive by November

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Defence minister Rajnath Singh, today, welcomed first batch of Rafale jets as it landed at Haryana's Ambala Air Force Station. The aircraft escorted by two Sukhois were welcomed by Indian Air Force (IAF) chief Air Marshal RKS Bhadauria who was present at the air base.The defence minister further said that the touch down of the five fighter aircraft marks the 'beginning of a new era in our country's military history. Watch the historic flight, touchdown, and the water salute.Read: Rafale jet: Can it become a game changer for the Indian Air Force? Listen: Indian Navy warship welcomes Rafales to Indian territory

The first batch of Five Rafale fighter jets just landed at the Ambala air base after a long 7,000 kilometers ride from France. The aircraft escorted by two Sukhois were welcomed by Indian Air Force (IAF) chief Air Marshal RKS Bhadauria who was present at the air base.  Welcoming the jets, Defence Minister Rajnath Singh in a series of tweets, said, that India could overcome any threat now. Watch the video for more.Rafale in India Live Updates: Rajnath Singh welcomes Rafales jets, says India can deter any threat now

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The first batch of Rafale would be received by IAF AIR Chief Marshal RKS Bhadauria. Once the aircraft lands in Ambala, the pilots led by Group Captain Harkirat Singh would meet IAF Chief

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Air Chief Marshal Bhadauria conveyed warm greetings and heartiest congratulations to Majithia on behalf of all air warriors, the IAF said

Singh also talked about the \"professional manner\" in which the IAF conducted the air strikes deep inside Pakistan's Balakot last year and appreciated the force for its proactive response in bolstering its operational capabilities over the past few months

The defence minister carried out the review at a meeting with Chief of Defence Staff Gen Bipin Rawat, Army Chief Gen MM Naravane, Navy Chief Admiral Karambir Singh and Air Chief Marshal RKS Bhadauria besides several other senior military officials

The meeting was attended by Chief of Defence Staff Gen Bipin Rawat, Army Chief Gen MM Naravane, Navy Chief Admiral Karambir Singh and Air Chief Marshal RKS Bhadauria

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