In 2025, India significantly enhanced its defense capabilities through major acquisitions. Key purchases included 63,000 crore Rafale jets from France, Apache helicopters, and Israeli missiles. The deal for 26 Rafale-Marine fighter jets, comprising 22 single-seaters and 4 trainers, was signed in April 2025, with deliveries anticipated from 2028. Su-57 stealth fighters are still under evaluation.