Summary: The Akula-II class submarine, a key component of the Russian Navy’s fleet, remains a formidable asset despite the broader challenges faced by Russia in Ukraine. -Known for their stealth due ...

To rectify this shortcoming, the Soviets initiated Project 971 “Schuka-B” in the 1980’s to create a family of SSNs equipped with stellar acoustic capabilities. This project was initially ...

In 2012, a Russian Navy nuclear-powered attack submarine armed with long-range missiles patrolled the Gulf of Mexico for several weeks—and the United States didn't detect it until after the submarine ...

Following close on the heels of the inauguration of the Indo-Russian joint production facility to manufacture AK-203 assault rifles for the Indian Army, India finally inks $ 3.3 billion deal with ...

In late 1984, when the first Akula submarine of the Soviet Navy put to sea, it immediately changed the way anti-submarine warfare would be conducted. With the Akula's arrival the American submarine ...

Submarine tactics rely heavily on sensor and radar proficiency - a feat that the US has traditionally proved superior when the Soviets ran their fast, yet noisy Papa-class subs back in the 70s. The ...

Russia celebrates Navy Day on July 26 annually, to honour the country’s naval fleet, guarding the vast coastline. Correspondent Oleg Kuleshov ventured inside the world’s largest submarine, an ...

The overhaul of the first Akula class submarine should be completed in two years, and it will rejoin the Russian Navy after sea trials. Russia will modernise its fleet of the third-generation Project ...

INS Chakra is an Indian nuclear submarine leased from Russia. Credit: Indian Navy. The Indian Government is reportedly expected to sign a $3bn deal with Russia later this week to lease another ...

On 07 March 2019, India signed a contract with Russia to lease an Akula-2 class nuclear attack submarine for a period of 10 years commencing from 2025. India’s tryst with nuclear-powered submarines ...

Vladivostok: The Russian 'Nerpa' Schucka-B (NATO: Akula-II) nuclear attack submarine, due for lease to the Indian Navy, has commenced the second stage of sea trials, Amur shipyard sources said.