Indian Navy

January 16, 2025 4:15 PM

Defence Ministry signs contract with Bharat Dynamics for Navy’s medium-range surface-to-air missiles

The Ministry of Defence (MoD) has signed a Rs. 2,960 crore contract with Bharat Dynamics Limited (BDL) for the supply of Medium-Range Surface-to-Air Missiles (MRSAM) for the Indian Navy, as stated in a press release issued by the Ministry. The contract, finalised in New Delhi on Friday in the presence of Defence Secretary Rajesh Kumar Singh, marks a significant step towards enhancing India’s defence capabilities. The MRSAM system will be fitted onboard multiple Indian Naval ships and is plan...

January 1, 2025 5:54 PM

Indian navy to commission three frontline fleet assets: Nilgiri, Surat, and Vaghsheer

The Indian Navy is set to commission three major fleet assets—Nilgiri, Surat, and Vaghsheer—on January 15, at the Naval Dockyard in Mumbai. This marks a significant development in India’s maritime capabilities and indigenous shipbuilding initiatives. The Nilgiri, the lead ship of the Project 17A stealth frigates, represents an upgrade over the Shivalik-class frigates. The vessel features advanced technology designed to reduce radar signatures. Similarly, the Surat is the fourth and final ...

December 31, 2024 3:36 PM

Eastern Naval Command to conduct Operational Demonstration at Visakhapatnam on Jan 4

The Eastern Naval Command (ENC) of the Indian Navy is set to conduct a grand 'Operational Demonstration' at Rama Krishna Beach in Visakhapatnam on January 4, 2025. The event will highlight the Navy’s combat capabilities, featuring tactical manoeuvres, air power displays, and simulated combat operations. Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu will be the chief guest for the demonstration, which will be hosted by Vice-Admiral Rajesh Pendharkar, the Flag Officer Commanding-in-Chief...

December 23, 2024 12:21 PM

Curtain Raiser: Celebration of ‘Year of Naval Civilians – 2024

In recognition of the invaluable contributions of Naval Civilians to the operational preparedness of the Indian Navy, a grand Commemoration Ceremony will be held on 30th December 2024 at the Dr. DS Kothari Auditorium, DRDO Bhawan, New Delhi. The event will be graced by the Hon’ble Raksha Mantri as the Chief Guest. The Indian Navy declared 2024 as the 'Year of Naval Civilians' to enhance administrative efficiency and promote the well-being of its Civilian Personnel. Throughout the year, nume...

December 19, 2024 4:56 PM

Indian Navy Chief fosters camaraderie between India-Indonesia during reception onboard INS Mysore

Admiral Dinesh K. Tripathi, Chief of Naval Staff (CNS) of the Indian Navy, hosted a deck reception aboard the indigenous guided missile destroyer, INS Mysore, in Jakarta on Wednesday, marking a significant event during his four-day official visit to Indonesia. The reception aimed to foster cultural exchange and strengthen the bond between India and Indonesia. The event, which was attended by high-ranking officials including Admiral Muhammad Ali, Chief of Staff of the Indonesian Navy, senior mil...

December 18, 2024 12:32 PM

INS Nirdeshak to be commissioned in Visakhapatnam

The Indian Navy is set to welcome its newest vessel, INS Nirdeshak, in a commissioning ceremony on Wednesday at the Naval Dockyard in Visakhapatnam. The event will be presided over by Minister of State for Defence Sanjay Seth. According to the Ministry of Defence, INS Nirdeshak is the second ship under the Survey Vessel (Large) Project, constructed at Garden Reach Shipbuilders & Engineers (GRSE) in Kolkata. Notably, over 80% of the vessel’s components are indigenously produced, reinforcin...

December 9, 2024 10:59 AM

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh arrives in Moscow for high-level talks and INS Tushil commissioning ceremony

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh arrived in Moscow on Sunday for an official visit aimed at strengthening defence cooperation between India and Russia. During his stay, Singh will participate in the commissioning ceremony of the stealth-guided missile frigate INS Tushil into the Indian Navy. He will also attend the 21st meeting of the India-Russia Inter-Governmental Commission on Military and Military Technical Cooperation (IRIGC-M&MTC). Singh was welcomed late Sunday night by Indian Ambassa...

December 4, 2024 1:13 PM

Indian Navy Day 2024: Celebrating strength, innovation, and maritime prowess

Indian Navy Day, celebrated annually on December 4, honors the valor, commitment, and sacrifices of India’s naval forces. This year’s celebrations commemorates the anniversary of "Operation Trident", a daring and successful mission carried out during the 1971 Indo-Pak war. On Dec 4. 1971, the Indian Navy executed a surprise attack on Karachi, targeting Pakistan's key port and crippled Pakistan's naval forces. Indian Navy Day celebrations are being held in Puri, Odisha, with President Droupa...

December 2, 2024 4:25 PM

Indian Navy keeps close watch on Chinese naval presence in Indian ocean, concern over South China Sea: Admiral Tripathi

Indian Navy Chief Admiral Dinesh K. Tripathi said on Monday that the Indian Navy is actively monitoring the presence of the Chinese People’s Liberation Army Navy (PLA Navy) in the Indian Ocean Region (IOR). Addressing the media at a press conference, Admiral Tripathi emphasized the strategic importance of tracking extra-regional forces, including the PLA Navy, which operates warships and research vessels in the region. “We are keeping a close watch on the extra-regional forces operating in ...

November 7, 2024 10:05 PM

President Droupadi Murmu witnesses Indian Navy operations onboard INS Vikrant

President Droupadi Murmu took to the seas aboard the indigenous aircraft carrier INS Vikrant on Thursday, where she observed a series of advanced operational demonstrations by the Indian Navy. This marked her first visit to Indian Navy ships at sea. Upon her arrival at INS Hansa, the Naval Air Station in Goa, President Murmu was welcomed by Admiral Dinesh K Tripathi, Chief of the Naval Staff, and Vice Admiral Sanjay J Singh, Flag Officer Commanding-in-Chief of the Western Naval Command. A cerem...