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- India plans to discuss a proposal to acquire 114 Rafale jets from France, valued at INR3.25 lakh crore ($39 billion).
- The plan would make this the largest defense procurement and boost the Indian Air Force’s combat strength.
- It includes 12–18 jets to be delivered in fly-away condition, with the rest produced in India and more than 30% indigenous content.
- Approval from the Cabinet Committee on Security is required before finalization.
