An overview of the advanced Rafale Jet including its specifications, capabilities, role in India's national security and significance for the IAF. Before the clash, the Indian Air Force operated 36 Rafale fighters, while the navy's aircraft fleet mainly comprises Russian MiG-29 jets. India signed a deal with France's Dassault Aviation on Monday to buy another 26 Rafale fighter aircraft worth 630 billion rupees ($7.4 billion) for its navy in late April. By 2030, India will have a total of 62 Rafale jets in service, including 26 Rafale-M aircraft, making it the first country to operate both versions of the Rafale aircraft after France. In late April, India signed a new deal with France’s Dassault Aviation to purchase 26 additional Rafale jets for the Navy, worth ₹630 billion ($7.4 billion).

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