Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 12:34pm on 04 Dec 2025,Thursday India Global
India is set to pay around $2 billion to lease a nuclear-powered submarine from Russia, a move reportedly concluded ahead of Vladimir Putin’s visit to New Delhi. The agreement, after years of stalled talks over pricing and delivery, signals a deepening of defence ties between the two nations. The lease is expected to bolster the capabilities of the Indian Navy, expanding its under-sea deterrence posture in a strategic region. Analysts note that while conventional submarine contracts have advanced previously, this deal underscores a major leap in India’s maritime ambitions. (PC: Reuters)
