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Indian Navy Shifts 30-Year Submarine Strategy to Focus on Nuclear SSNs ... The Indian Navy is drastically revising its historic 30-Year Submarine Building Plan. Originally established in 1999 following the Kargil conflict to produce 24 conventional submarines by 2030, the strategy is evolving to meet modern security realities. Driven by the rapidly expanding naval presence of China and Pakistan in the Indian Ocean Region (IOR), India's defence establishment is shifting away from standard diesel-electric boats. Instead, the focus is now heavily placed on advanced nuclear-powered attack submarines (SSNs) and conventional vessels equipped with Air Independent Propulsion (AIP) systems. This change in operational doctrine highlights how underwater combat has transformed. In today's maritime environment, the ability to remain submerged for extended periods, maintain absolute stealth, and react swiftly across large distances are the most crucial elements for naval superiority. To meet these demands, defence planners are adopting a "High-Low" fleet structure. This approach pairs elite, nuclear-powered submarines with ultra-quiet, AIP-enabled vessels. Reports indicate that under initiative…

₹99,000 Crore India-Germany Submarine Deal Explained: Why AIP ... Home»News»₹99,000 Crore India-Germany Submarine Deal Explained: Why AIP Technology Could Change India’s Naval Warfare Strategy New Delhi: India is moving closer to a historic India-Germanysubmarine dealworth around ₹99,000 crore, aimed at acquiring six advanced Air-Independent Propulsion (AIP) submarines for the Indian Navy. The project, known asProject-75I, is expected to significantly strengthen India’s underwater warfare capabilities and modernise the Navy’s submarine fleet. The submarines will be built in India with German technology and are designed to stay underwater longer and operate more quietly than conventional submarines. Defence experts say the deal will enhance India’s maritime security in the Indian Ocean region, where strategic competition with China and Pakistan has been increasing. The proposed deal involves six next-generation diesel-electric submarines equipped with AIP technology developed by German defence company ThyssenKrupp Marine Systems (TKMS). Read also:India Russia Kilo-Class Submarines Upgrade Deal: Three Upgraded Kilos Offered as Strategic Interim Solution for Indian Navy The prog…

US Submarines in RIMPAC is A Critical Warning to China; India's P-8I ... Geopolitics US Submarines in RIMPAC is A Critical Warning to China; India’s P-8I Joins RIMPAC in Hawaii By Mayur Joshi July 19, 2024 1090 Share X Pinterest WhatsApp Linkedin ReddIt More Articles Illegal alien romanian brothers plead guilty to multistate SNAP benefit fraud scheme — DOJ July 2, 2026 United states seizes domain names publishing nude digital forgeries of famous women — DOJ June 12, 2026 Cuban national extradited from panama to face sex trafficking, extortion, cyberstalking, and other charges — DOJ May 21, 2026 Justice department sues to revoke US citizenship of convicted cuban spy — DOJ May 8, 2026 Iranian national charged for smuggling illegal aliens into united states — DOJ April 24, 2026 Mayur Joshi http://www.mayurjoshi.com Mayur Joshi is a Contributing Editor at Regtechtimes, recognized for his authoritative reporting and analysis on financial crime, espionage, and global sanctions. His work combines investigative depth with geopolitical context, offering readers clear insights into the evolving landscape of compliance, risk, and international security. With a strong focus on sanctions impo…

The Limits of Indigenisation behind India and Germany Submarines Deal Share Share on Facebook Share on LinkedIn Share on X (Twitter) India’s push for defence self-sufficiency has reshaped procurement policy and set an ambitious 2047 deadline for a fully indigenous navy. Yet its largest defence deal in years reveals how ambition outpaces capability. India is one of the largest arms-importing countries. Prime Minister Narendra Modi has long envisioned making India self-reliant in defence production. Under initiatives such as Atmanirbharta (self-reliance), the BJP government changed structural and procurement policies to accelerate defence indigenisation. One of the aims has been to make the Indian Navy fully self-sufficient by 2047. In this regard, Project-75 India (P-75I) is an integral part of manufacturing defence equipment indigenously. Simultaneously, India is in the final stage of acquiring six advanced stealth submarines from Germany for around $8 billion.  At one end, Narendra Modi wants to reduce defence imports; at the other, he is going to sign one of the largest defence deals between India and Germany. This does not represent a policy inconsistency but is a bid to boost …

Eye on Pakistan & China: Anti-submarine Eurodrone spurs India's layered maritime defence push The development of a new anti-submarine warfare drone, a joint venture between Japan and Europe, highlights the growing importance of unmanned platforms in maritime security. This development is particularly relevant for India, facing expanding submarine fleets from Pakistan and China. The article emphasizes persistent surveillance, manned-unmanned teaming with existing assets like P-8I aircraft, and cost-effective coverage as key takeaways for strengthening India's naval defence capabilities.

Anti-submarine Eurodrone adds new layer to India's maritime defence Home » Anti-submarine Eurodrone adds new layer to India’s maritime defence Share: X Facebook VK WhatsApp A new anti-submarine warfare version of the Eurodrone, co-developed by Japan’s Kawasaki and Airbus, is being positioned as a potential game-changer for India’s maritime security. Designed for long-endurance patrols with sonobuoy deployment, the system could dramatically improve India’s ability to detect and track submarines across the Arabian Sea and Bay of Bengal. Its development underscores a global shift towards unmanned platforms for high-risk, high-coverage missions in contested waters. India’s current maritime surveillance relies on a dozen P‑8I Poseidon aircraft, with six more on order, and 15 MQ‑9 Sea Guardian drones expected from a 2024 US deal. The Eurodrone’s integration could enable manned–unmanned teaming, where drones conduct wide-area detection while manned aircraft execute targeted responses. This approach reduces operational strain on expensive platforms and fills surveillance gaps across both coasts without proportionally increasing fleet size. Pakistan is set to induct eight Chinese-origin Ha…

Explained: Indian Navy’s new sonar plan to counter China-Pakistan underwater threat Facing growing underwater threats from China and Pakistan, the Indian Navy is bolstering its anti-submarine capabilities. A new containerized sonar system, the CTLS, is being developed for rapid deployment and enhanced detection. This advanced system will utilize both active and passive listening modes, incorporating AI for improved accuracy. Additionally, the Navy is acquiring more P-8I maritime patrol aircraft, reinforcing its underwater surveillance network.

Bridging the Gap: Why India is Procuring German Submarines Under ... Home » Bridging the Gap: Why India is Procuring German Submarines Under Project 75I Despite the Imminent P-76 Timeline Share: X Facebook VK WhatsApp SOURCE: AFI In a move that underscores the delicate balance between immediate operational imperatives and long-term self-reliance, the Indian Navy is forging ahead with the procurement of six advanced conventional submarines from Germany under Project 75 India (P-75I), even as its fully indigenous Project-76 (P-76) submarines are slated for readiness by 2027. With the Defence Ministry granting clearance for negotiations with ThyssenKrupp Marine Systems (TKMS) and Mazagon Dock Shipbuilders Limited (MDL) just last month, the ?70,000 crore deal highlights India’s pragmatic approach to addressing a critical shortfall in its underwater fleet. While P-76 promises a leap in indigenous capabilities, experts argue that the P-75I serves as an essential bridge, ensuring the Navy doesn’t face a capability vacuum amid rising maritime threats from adversaries like China. The decision comes at a pivotal moment for the Indian Navy, which currently operates just 16 conventional subma…

Silent Depths vs Mighty Decks: Indian Navy's Dilemma - The Geostrata The question of whether or not to concentrate their resources on acquiring aircraft carriers or submarines is a topic of debate among the navies. With the advancement of technology, carriers now face a decision that hasn't been made since the Second World War. Illustration by The Geostrata What's raised the concerns is that carriers haven't been compelled to confront adversaries with really advanced anti-air or anti-ship capabilities . Many nations are only able to operate one of the two ships at a time due to the enormous financial requirements of operating both. Many people believe that submarines are a far better option than pricey and "vulnerable" aircraft carriers because of their stealth advantage and lower cost when compared to aircraft carriers. The Indian Navy, the eighth-largest naval force in the world, is facing the dilemma of whether to allocate a budget for the procurement of new submarines or a more modern carrier as both of its neighbours increase their naval might. In this article, we will show why carriers are still necessary for modern naval warfare, particularly in the Indo-Pacific . SUBMARINE…