The Defence Acquisition Council, chaired by Defence Minister Rajnath Singh, approved the Acceptance of Necessity for purchasing 288 Russian S-400 missiles worth ₹10,000 crore, HT reported, citing officials. This will replenish stocks used in Operation Sindoor and enhance air defence. The AoN reportedly includes 120 short-range and 168 long-range missiles, to be acquired via Fast Track Procedure.