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

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Shares of Japanese NAND flash maker Kioxia slid 12% on Friday after a report that OpenAI was considering delaying its IPO sparked a selloff in AI-related shares (Sam Nussey/Reuters)

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Shares of Japanese NAND flash maker Kioxia slid 12% on Friday after a report that OpenAI was considering delaying its IPO sparked a selloff in AI-related shares  —  Shares of Japanese chipmaker Kioxia (285A.T) sl…

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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

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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

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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

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