
India's Defence Acquisition Council has approved military hardware procurements totaling approximately Rs 79,000 to Rs 80,000 crore. The acquisitions aim to enhance the capabilities of the Army, Navy, and Air Force with new strike, surveillance, and communication systems. Key approvals include loitering munitions, advanced radars, guided rockets for the Pinaka system, drone detection systems, and remotely piloted aircraft systems for surveillance. The move signifies a significant push to modernize India's armed forces and bolster its defense preparedness against evolving security challenges.