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The Arihant-class nuclear-powered submarines represent a cornerstone of India’s strategic deterrence, with the fourth vessel, designated S4*, poised to join the fleet as INS Arisudan. Launched by Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on 16 October 2025, this submarine embodies the Sanskrit theme of ‘destroyer of enemies’ shared by its predecessors: INS Arihant, INS Arighaat, and INS Aridhaman.The naming
Space-Z Aerospace Pvt. Ltd., based in Tamil Nadu, has introduced MarineSky-365, a long-endurance unmanned aerial vehicle tailored for maritime defence. This platform targets the escalating demands on naval and air forces for uninterrupted surveillance over expansive sea and air domains.Maritime security operations worldwide have grown prohibitively costly and resource-heavy. Conventional manned
The Chinese People’s Liberation Army (PLA) Navy has commissioned a new Type 052D guided missile destroyer named Loudi (hull number 176), marking a significant addition to its rapidly expanding fleet. This upgraded variant features enhanced phased array radar, weapon systems, and network architecture, substantially improving its capabilities in regional air defence, missile defence, anti-ship
India’s Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) has announced that the K-6 submarine-launched ballistic missile (SLBM) stands on the cusp of its testing phase, marking a pivotal advancement in the nation’s sea-based nuclear deterrence.Local media reports, corroborated by DRDO statements, highlight this progress amid ongoing developments in India’s Arihant-class submarines. The
Chief of Defence Staff (CDS) General Anil Chauhan inaugurated the upgraded runway at the Indian Air Force’s (IAF) Car Nicobar Air Base on Friday, marking a significant enhancement to India’s strategic military infrastructure in the Andaman and Nicobar Islands.General Chauhan arrived at Car Nicobar around 11:30 am, where he received a warm welcome from Vice Admiral Ajay Kochhar, Commander-in-Chief
Sajith Premadasa, Sri Lanka’s Leader of the Opposition and head of the Samagi Jana Balawegaya (SJB), has underscored the pivotal role of India in safeguarding stability across the Indian Ocean and South Asia.In an exclusive interview conducted in Colombo on 2 January 2026, he described India’s leadership as indispensable for regional and global security. Premadasa emphasised that the national
Developing a nuclear submarine ranks among the most formidable engineering feats, comparable in complexity to jet engine development due to the exigencies of a compact nuclear reactor that must function impeccably beneath the waves.This miniaturised power plant demands highly enriched uranium fuel for space efficiency, stringent quietness to evade detection, and self-sufficiency for crew
A US think tank, the Council on Foreign Relations (CFR), has issued a stark warning in its Conflicts to Watch in 2026 report, highlighting a moderate likelihood of renewed armed conflict between India and Pakistan next year.The assessment stems from a survey of American foreign policy experts and points to heightened terrorist activity in Kashmir as the primary trigger. Despite a fragile
The Indian Navy’s fourth nuclear-powered ballistic missile submarine, codenamed S4*, marks a significant milestone in India’s strategic underwater capabilities, with recent reports confirming its indigenous content exceeds 80 per cent.Launched on 16 October 2024 at the secretive Ship Building Centre in Visakhapatnam, the S4* is currently undergoing fitting-out before sea trials commence,
The Ministry of Defence signed a contract worth ₹1,896 crore (approximately $210 million) with Italy’s WASS Submarine Systems S.R.L. on 30 December 2025 for 48 Heavy Weight Torpedoes destined for the Indian Navy’s Kalvari-class submarines under Project 75, according to a report by PIB a government publication.This deal forms part of broader contracts totalling ₹4,666 crore, which also encompass