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- India has received initial clearance for a 3.6 trillion-rupee enhancement of its armed forces, prioritizing Rafale fighter jets and Boeing P-8I reconnaissance aircraft.
- The Indian Air Force fighter squadron has fallen to 29 aircraft, well short of the 42-strong requirement.
- The Defence Acquisition Council approved the purchase of 114 Rafale jets, with most to be manufactured domestically.
- The approvals come ahead of French President Emmanuel Macron's upcoming visit to India.
