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India’s submarine modernisation is entering a decisive phase with the twin indigenous programs — Project 76 for conventional diesel-electric submarines (SSKs) and Project 77 for nuclear-powered attack submarines (SSNs). These initiatives will determine the trajectory of India’s maritime power in the 21st century, filling long-standing gaps in its undersea warfare capabilities.Project 76
INS Airavat arrived in Colombo on 1 June 2026 for an Operational Turnaround, carrying critical spares for the Sri Lanka Coast Guard ship Suraksha under a Government of India grant.The visit was marked by a traditional naval welcome and reinforced India’s ‘Neighbourhood First’ policy and the MAHASAGAR vision of regional maritime cooperation.INS Airavat, a Shardul-class Landing Ship Tank, was
India has decided to expand its submarine acquisition plan, moving beyond the earlier proposal of six boats under Project 75(I) to a total of nine conventional diesel-electric submarines in the first phase, as reported by The Print. This decision reflects the government’s assessment that the Navy’s underwater fleet will face significant depletion from the late 2030s onwards, as several of
Zen Technologies Limited has unveiled a comprehensive suite of indigenous defence and advanced combat technology systems at the North Tech Symposium 2026 in Prayagraj.The launch marks a significant milestone in India’s ongoing drive for self-reliance in defence manufacturing under the Atmanirbhar Bharat initiative. The company’s latest offerings highlight its growing focus on autonomous warfare
The Battle of Midway has assumed a place in American naval lore that has put it on par with other great battles in world naval history. What Salamis was for the Greeks, Trafalgar for the British Royal Navy, and Tsushima for the Japanese, the clash nort…
The Indian Navy is set for a major fleet expansion in June 2026, inducting five indigenously-built platforms—two Project 17A stealth frigates, one survey vessel, and two anti-submarine warfare shallow water crafts.This marks a decisive step towards India’s goal of operating 200 warships and submarines by 2035, strengthening its maritime dominance in the Indian Ocean Region. The Navy will
INS Sanshodhak, bearing the pennant number J24, has been officially delivered to the Indian Navy as the fourth and final vessel of the indigenously built Sandhayak-class Survey Vessel (Large) project. Constructed by Garden Reach Shipbuilders & Engineers (GRSE), this 110-metre hydrographic survey ship represents a significant addition to India’s maritime mapping and oceanographic
Prime Minister Narendra Modi is scheduled to make a high-profile visit to Surat on 5 June, coinciding with World Environment Day, where he will personally inspect strategic defence projects at Larsen & Toubro’s Hazira facility.The visit is being described as one of the most significant components of his Gujarat tour, highlighting the government’s continued emphasis on indigenous defence
The Indian Navy’s deployment during Operation Sindoor was one of its largest in decades, with 36 frontline warships, multiple submarines, and the INS Vikrant carrier battle group forward-positioned in the Arabian Sea.This posture forced the Pakistan Navy to remain confined to its harbours, raised shipping risks, and imposed economic costs while showcasing India’s tri-service combat
Vice Admiral Vineet McCarty, AVSM, formally assumed charge as the 20th Commander‑in‑Chief of the Andaman & Nicobar Command (ANC) at Sri Vijaya Puram on 1 June 2026.His appointment marks a significant moment for India’s only Tri‑Service Operational Command, which plays a pivotal role in safeguarding national interests in the Indian Ocean Region and reinforcing India’s strategic posture in the