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SIPRI Yearbook 2026: India’s Nuclear Arsenal Grows

Published on 10 Jun 2026

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SIPRI Yearbook 2026: India’s Nuclear Arsenal Grows
  • According to the SIPRI Yearbook 2026, India has expanded its nuclear arsenal to an estimated 190 warheads as of January 2026, maintaining a lead over Pakistan’s 170 warheads. Both countries continued modernizing their capabilities in 2025, with India shifting focus toward longer-range systems to address challenges from China alongside Pakistan.
  • India’s defence expenditure reached $92.1 billion in 2025, up 8.9%, ranking it fifth globally. The report highlights investments in long-range missiles, armed drones, AI, and cyber capabilities reshaping South Asian security. SIPRI, established in 1966, tracks military expenditure, nuclear forces, and arms transfers.
Source: SarkariPariksha