India, France Set to Negotiate Rafale Marine Jet Deal
India is negotiating with France to buy 26 Rafale Marine jets for Rs 50,000 crore, approved for INS Vikrant. Chosen over F/A-18 due to interoperability with IAF Rafale, saving costs. Rafale M, a single-seat fighter by Dassault, has reinforced parts for carrier operations. It supports various missions and weapons, proving its versatility. In service since 2004, it has evolved through F1, F3, and F4 standards.
