India–US Defence Trust Tested As GE Engine Prices Triple

India’s negotiations with General Electric over the F414 engine have reached a critical juncture, with prices rising from the expected ₹70–80 crore per unit to over ₹200 crore.This escalation threatens both the TEJAS MK-2 and AMCA programs, raising questions about the reliability of India–US defence ties and prompting consideration of alternatives from France and Britain.The F414 engine was

June 26, 2026
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Indian Navy Enhances Destroyer Defences With MF-STAR Radar And Collaborative Engagement Capability

The Indian Navy has quietly but decisively enhanced the defensive and offensive capabilities of its frontline destroyers by integrating the MF-STAR AESA radar with the AK-630M CIWS and enabling Collaborative Engagement Capability (CEC).This upgrade vastly improves protection against sea-skimming missiles while allowing warships to share sensor and weapon data across the fleet, creating a

June 26, 2026
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India’s MRFA Rafales To Field Upgraded Meteor Missiles With Enhanced Data-Link For Superior BVR Dominance

India’s upcoming MRFA Rafales will be equipped with upgraded Meteor missiles featuring a redesigned datalink, significantly enhancing their beyond‑visual‑range (BVR) combat edge.This upgrade improves range, resilience against electronic countermeasures, and mid‑course guidance, ensuring the Indian Air Force maintains superiority in contested skies.The Meteor missile, already regarded as the

June 26, 2026
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Bharat Forge Kilsta AB And NAMMO Sweden AB Sign Strategic Defence Partnership Under EU Re-Arm Initiative

Bharat Forge Kilsta AB has entered into a significant partnership with NAMMO Sweden AB under the European Union’s Re-Arm initiative, marking a strategic step in strengthening Nordic and European defence supply chains.The agreement focuses on the supply of large-calibre sub-systems, reinforcing Sweden’s and Europe’s security of supply strategy.Bharat Forge Kilsta AB, a wholly owned subsidiary of

June 26, 2026
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PM Modi And Queen Maxima Discuss India’s Digital Public Infrastructure And Global Financial Inclusion

Prime Minister Narendra Modi met Queen Maxima of the Netherlands in New Delhi and held discussions centred on India’s Digital Public Infrastructure and its transformative role in expanding access to financial services.The meeting highlighted India’s commitment to sharing its experience with partner countries worldwide, reinforcing its position as a leader in digital innovation and financial

June 26, 2026
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US-India Partnership Called Most Consequential Bilateral Relationship of The Century Says US Diplomat Jacob Helberg

US Under Secretary of Economic Affairs Jacob Helberg has described the relationship between Washington and New Delhi as one of the single-most consequential bilateral partnerships of the twenty-first century. He emphasised India’s pivotal role in securing the global technological future and highlighted the depth of strategic alignment between the two democracies.Speaking to ANI, Helberg expressed

June 26, 2026
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