India Reloads for Precision Warfare: Why New US Excalibur Shells and Javelin Missiles Mark a Major Shift in Indo-US Defence Power

On November 19, 2025, the US approved military deals worth over USD 92 million for India, including Excalibur artillery shells and Javelin anti-tank missiles, enhancing India’s precision-strike capability amid US-India tensions. These acquisitions aim to improve India’s military readiness along its borders with Pakistan and China, reinforcing defense collaboration despite ongoing tariff disputes.