Economic Times6/8/2026Defense2 min readIndia
India Deploys 12 Nuclear Warheads, Marking Shift in Nuclear Posture
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India has deployed at least 12 nuclear warheads, a first according to SIPRI, marking a shift from keeping warheads separate from delivery systems, with its total arsenal now at 190 warheads.
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India has deployed at least 12 nuclear warheads, a significant shift from its previous practice of keeping them separate from delivery systems. This marks the first time SIPRI's report indicates operational deployment, with India's total arsenal now at 190 warheads. The move suggests a potential change in its long-standing nuclear posture. ... (Full cleaned article content)
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