LIVE | $40 billion & 114 Rafale Jets: India Approves Big-Ticket Arms Package | Vantage |Palki Sharma

India's Defence Acquisition Council has approved purchases worth nearly $40 billion, including 114 Rafale Jets, missiles and maritime patrol planes. The package, which is being billed as India's biggest ever, will expand India's existing Rafale fleet of 36 jets. What does this say about India's military calculations? Why is India doubling down on the French Rafale? Palki Sharma tells you. --- India France Arms Deal | France India Arms Deal | Operation Sindoor | Rafale Jets Firstpost | World News | News Live | Vantage | Palki Sharma | News #operationsindoor #armsdeal #indiarmsdeal #francearmsdeal #firstpost #vantageonfirstpost #palkisharma #worldnews Vantage is a ground-breaking news, opinions, and current affairs show from Firstpost. Catering to a global audience, Vantage covers the biggest news stories from a 360-degree perspective, giving viewers a chance to assess the impact of world events through a uniquely Indian lens. The show is anchored by Palki Sharma, Managing Editor, Firstpost. By breaking stereotypes, Vantage aims to challenge conventional wisdom and present an alternative view on global affairs, defying the norm and opening the door to new perspectives. The show goes beyond the headlines to uncover the hidden stories – making Vantage a destination for thought-provoking ideas. Vantage airs Monday to Friday at 9 PM IST on Firstpost across all leading platforms. Subscribe to Firstpost channel and press the bell icon to get notified when we go live.    / @firstpost   Follow Firstpost on Instagram:   / firstpost   Follow Firstpost on Facebook:   / firstpostin   Follow Firstpost on X:   / firstpost   Follow Firstpost on WhatsApp: https://www.whatsapp.com/channel/0029...