India This Week~April 11,2025
India This Week~April 11,2025
India This Week Summary
India Clears Biggest-Ever Fighter Jet Deal
India has approved the purchase of 26 Rafale Marine combat aircraft for the Indian Navy under a government-to-government agreement with France. The deal is worth over Rs 63,000 crore and includes a comprehensive package for fleet maintenance, logistical support, personnel training, and indigenous manufacturing components. The new Rafale Marine jets will enhance both the Navy's and the Air Force's capabilities, including upgrading the aerial refueling system.
India and Sri Lanka Strengthen Bilateral Ties
India and Sri Lanka signed a Memorandum of Understanding on Defence Cooperation during Prime Minister Narendra Modi's visit to Colombo. The MoU signifies a shared commitment to regional security and stability, further strengthening the structured defence collaboration between the two nations. The visit also saw the signing of agreements related to renewable energy, infrastructure, and economic development.
New Pamban Bridge Brings Technology and Tradition Together
Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated the new Pamban Rail Bridge, India's first vertical lift sea bridge, in Rameswaram. The bridge symbolizes the union of technology and tradition, connecting a town thousands of years old with a 21st-century engineering marvel. The projects dedicated by PM Modi in Rameswaram will significantly boost connectivity in Tamil Nadu, benefiting trade, tourism, and job opportunities.
