India's Defense Acquisition Council has approved the procurement of arms and military equipment valued at approximately $12.31 billion (Rs 1.05 lakh crore). This decision comes shortly after a military confrontation with neighboring Pakistan. The approved purchases include a range of indigenous weapons such as surface-to-air missiles and armored recovery vehicles intended for the Indian Army, Navy, and Air Force. The Ministry of Defense has cleared these acquisitions as part of a broader effort to enhance the country's defense capabilities following recent operational experiences, including Operation Sindoor. Discussions on pending defense sales between India and the United States are ongoing.