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Air Vice Marshal Shakti Sharma has made history as the first woman officer from a non-medical branch of India’s armed forces to attain a two-star rank. Promoted on September 1, 2026, she also assumed charge as Assistant Chief of the Air Staff (Education) at Air Headquarters. Her achievement marks a significant milestone for women pursuing senior careers beyond the medical services.

India is reportedly planning a major indigenous naval expansion featuring Project 15C destroyers, Project 17B stealth frigates, and Project 18A large surface combatants. Here's what the proposed ₹1 lakh crore warship programme could mean for the Indian Navy.