Germany's TKMS with MDL or Spain's Navantia with L&T? Navy set to decide who will make 6 new submarines
The first submarine under P75I is to be delivered in 7 years from the date of contract signing. So, if a contract is inked tomorrow, the first submarine will come by 2031 earliest. Key Points
ThePrint55 aboard China's nuclear submarine dead, 'caught in trap for US, allied' ships, says UK daily
Citing 'secret UK intel report', Daily Mail says 21 Aug incident involved 22 officers, 7 officer cadets, 9 petty officers & 17 sailors aboard submarine ‘093-417’. China has denied incident. Key Points
ThePrintIndia’s submarine capabilities stall; no order after the last Kalvari-Class
With no new order in sight after the conclusion of six submarines under Project 75, the docks will be idle and the workforce underutilized. However, the next-generation Project 75 I is moving ahead with two bidders – L&T and MDL—ready to submit their technical and strategic roadmap by August. Key Points
FinancialexpressIs China’s nuclear submarine superior to Russia, India and US subs?
The People’s Liberation Army Navy has been building its submarine fleet based on its strategic maritime perspective and possible conflicts in the South China Sea, Pacific Ocean and Indian Ocean. The race for next-generation nuclear-powered and attack submarines is advancing. How is it unfolding against the traditional nuclear powers. Key Points
FinancialexpressPNS Ghazi, sunk by Indian Navy's INS Vikrant during 1971 Indo-Pak war, found near Vizag coast
Indian Navy's DSRV has located the wreckage of PNS Ghazi, a Pakistani submarine sunk during the 1971 Indo-Pak war, near Vizag. Despite the find, the Navy has decided not to touch it out of respect. The area also holds the wreckage of a Japanese submarine from World War II. India's acquisition of DSRVs in 2018 has enhanced its rescue capabilities, showcasing its commitment to maritime safety. Key Points
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India, Germany set to ink pact for 6 stealth submarines today
A German submarine maker and Indian public sector company Mazagon Dock Limited (MDL) are set to join hands for manufacturing six next-generation stealth conventional submarines at a cost of $5.8 billion (Rs 42,000 crore). Key Points
The Tribune IndiaHow to do an efficient workout in a small space quickly
People in small apartments often have little time, equipment, or space to efficiently work out. For submariners, even jumping isn't allowed. Find out how they exercise. Key Points
Insider1971 Indo-Pak war hero Inder Singh, known for sinking PNS Ghazi submarine, passes away
Commander Inder Singh, the war hero who famously sank the Pakistani submarine PNS Ghazi during the 1971 war, passed away in Haryana. He was cremated with full state honors. Commander Singh's brave act in sinking the enemy submarine before it could reach Chittagong played a significant role in the 1971 war. Key Points
Economic TimesNATO fears Russia could hit its submarine cables in European Union
Military alliance NATO has expressed fear that Russia could attack its submarine cables in the European Union. It alleged that Moscow was mapping critical allied infrastructure both on land and underwater. Key Points
India TodayUS nuclear-powered submarine arrives at S Korea's Busan port -Yonhap
A U.S. nuclear sub, USS Missouri (SSN-780), docks in Busan after the U.S.-South Korea Nuclear Consultative Group meeting. Both nations affirm no tolerance for North Korea's nuclear attacks in a joint statement. Concerns arise over potential North Korean missile tests. U.S. submarine visits, previously uncommon, now increase under pacts boosting U.S. military presence. Key Points
Economic Times
Pakistan, China to hold joint exercise with eye on Israel-Hamas war; India alert
With China and Pakistan's naval forces set to hold an exercise with focus on the ongoing Israel-Hamas conflict, India is watching closely. Te exercise will be conducted around mid-November in the Persian Gulf. Key Points
India TodayFearing China, South Korea targets contractors on Taiwan navy submarines
South Korean authorities charged marine technology firm SI Innotec for violating trade laws related to its work on Taiwan's submarine program, citing the risk of Chinese economic retaliation. The police document and interviews with insiders reveal concerns about a potential repeat of Beijing's 2016 sanctions imposed on South Korea for installing the THAAD anti-missile system. SI Innotec denies wrongdoing and has appealed the charges. Key Points
Economic TimesL&T, Navantia sign teaming agreement for Project 75 (India) submarine program
Larsen & Toubro (L&T) on Monday said it has signed a teaming agreement with Spain-based Navantia for submission of a techno-commercial bid for the Indian Navys prestigious P75 (India) submarine programme. P75 (India) submarine Project is expected to be valued at €4.8 billion (over Rs 43,500 crore) and is India‘s largest defence acquisition project. Key Points
Economic TimesExplorers find WWII ship sunk with over 1,000 Allied prisoners of war
A Japanese merchant ship sunk during World War II while carrying more than 1,000 Allied prisoners of war has been found. The Montevideo Maru was torpedoed on July 1, 1942, off the coast of the Philippines by a US submarine. Key Points
India TodayExplained | The AUKUS deal to get nuclear-powered submarines for Australia
The leaders of the United States, Australia, and the United Kingdom jointly announced that Australia will buy nuclear-powered submarines from the U.S. and use American technology to develop its own nuclear submarine capacity Key Points
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