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Times of India09.06.2026Defense4 dk okumaIndia

India Deploys 12 Nuclear Warheads for First Time, Signaling Shift in Nuclear Posture

Stockholm International Peace Research Institute reports India's total nuclear arsenal at 190 warheads, with 12 now operationally deployed

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India has deployed 12 nuclear warheads, marking a shift from storing them separately from delivery systems.
This move, reported by SIPRI, indicates India's growing sea-based deterrent capability with operational nuclear-powered submarines.

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India's No First Use nuclear doctrine contrasts with its growing operational deterrent capabilities.

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NEW DELHI: India has deployed 12 nuclear warheads in peacetime for the first time, signalling a significant shift in its nuclear posture, according to the latest assessment by the Stockholm International Peace Research Institute (SIPRI). [...] End of Article

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Increased nuclear modernization efforts by neighboring countries
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How will Pakistan respond to India's nuclear deployment?

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OrganizacionesStockholm International Peace Research Institute (SIPRI)Indian Authorities

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TemasSIPRI Report 2026 Nuclear Deterrence Sea-Based Submarines

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