SUBMARINES

Spain and Germany completed AIP system trials for the Indian Navy's ₹43,000-crore submarines. TKMS, using new fuel cells, showcased a stealthy German 212 submarine. Navantia displayed components and conducted battery-charging trials. TKMS partners w...

An indigenously developed air-independent propulsion (AIP) system, set to be fitted on the first submarine next year, will significantly increase underwater endurance. It will add stealth to conventional submarines and enhancing operational effectiv...

The United States concluded its inaugural multidomain exercise with Japan and South Korea in the East China Sea, marking a milestone in strengthening regional security alliances. Dubbed Freedom Edge, the exercise focused on enhancing joint capabilit...

A nuclear powered ballistic submarine, a guided missile cruiser and two other aircraft of the US Navy were spotted in the Norwegian Sea near Russia. This comes in the backdrop of Russian naval ships being spotted in Cuba, this month. The situation i...

North Korea announced a successful test of a multiwarhead missile aimed at enhancing its capability to overcome US and South Korean defenses. However, South Korea disputed this claim, asserting the missile launch had actually failed. North Korea's s...

North Korea announced it successfully tested a multiwarhead missile, aiming to enhance its capability to overwhelm U.S. missile defenses. The launch tested separation and guidance control of individual warheads, which were accurately directed to tar...

The US Navy's Manta Ray submarine, a prototype underwater drone developed by Northrop Grumman, was recently spotted at the Port Hueneme naval base in California. Named after the sea creature, the Manta Ray can operate deep underwater in low-power mo...

A top secret US naval submarine was spotted on Google Maps before it was removed. The US has been conducting sea trials and this undersea drone is multi-purpose and may be deployed soon.

Russia's Admiral Gorshkov navy frigate, which visited Cuba earlier in June, conducted anti-submarine drills in the Atlantic Ocean using a helicopter, the defense ministry announced on Tuesday. The helicopter's crew practiced tactical techniques for ...

MDL in advanced talks for a potential ₹35,000-crore deal to acquire three larger, modern Kalvari-class submarines with advanced electronics and propulsion for the Navy, ensuring 60% indigenous content.

TKMS has partnered with Mazagon Dock Shipbuilders Ltd (MDL) and the two have jointly bid for the Indian Navy's Project-75I to build six advanced submarines, which are estimated to cost over Rs 45,000 crore. These submarines are to be made while opti...

The narrow strait that separates Taiwan from China is a frequent source of tension. Taiwan reports Chinese warplanes and warships operating there on a daily basis, as Beijing seeks to assert its sovereignty claims against the democratically governed...

The Russian ships which are participating in the joint naval exercises with Cuba are being closely monitored by the US and Canada. The two countries have counter-deployed submarines and other naval assets close to the Havana Bay.

The Indian Navy is set to conduct trials in Spain for critical equipment under Project 75 India, aiming to acquire six advanced submarines with Air Independent Propulsion (AIP) systems. Spanish shipyard Navantia's Chairman, Ricardo Dominguez Garcia-...

There are four Russian naval ships in Cuba and they are participating in a joint naval exercise with the host nation. The US is closely monitoring the situation.

Rajnath Singh will continue as India's Defense Minister, focusing on self-reliance in defense and boosting women's roles in the armed forces. Amidst tensions with China, India is increasing defense imports from the US. The Agnipath recruitment schem...

The jets will be manufactured to India-specific standards and will have several indigenous systems as well, including weapons and communication. The acquisition is being seen as a stop-gap solution till the development of an indigenous carrier-borne...

Pakistan faces economic strain with a $124.5 billion foreign debt, 42% of its GDP. It boosts military capabilities through major arms imports, mainly from China, accounting for 82% from 2019 to 2023. Despite economic woes, it increases defense spend...

Indian Navy's trials of advanced submarines in a Rs 60,000 crore tender involve partnerships with foreign vendors, emphasizing indigenous content and AIP systems for more capable and larger vessels.