India, France to ink Rs 63,000-crore deal for 26 advanced Rafale Marine combat jets today | Details

In a major boost to India's defence capabilities, officials have confirmed that a landmark deal worth Rs 63,000 crore for the acquisition of 26 Rafale Marine combat aircraft is set to be signed on Monday. Representing France in the agreement will be the French Ambassador to India, while Defence Secretary Rajesh Kumar Singh will sign on behalf of the Indian government. The signing ceremony is likely to take place outside the Defence Ministry headquarters at South Block, news agency ANI reported citing sources. 

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