India and Germany Progress Talks on Six Conventional Submarines amid Defence Cooperation
DEFENSE
India is advancing discussions with Germany to acquire six conventional submarines as part of Project-75I, with positive momentum reported in technical and financial negotiations. This development coincided with German Chancellor Friedrich Merz's visit to India, where a declaration of intent was signed to strengthen bilateral defence cooperation. The Indian Navy is specifically interested in Germany's Type-214 submarine, which features an advanced air-independent propulsion system.

Jan 16, 2026, 6:00 AM