Indian Navy

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...

November 7, 2024 5:11 PM

Indian Navy delegation strengthens strategic ties at EURONAVAL 2024 in Paris visit

A high-level delegation from the Indian Navy attended EURONAVAL 2024 in Paris from November 4 to 7, with the visit highlighting India’s growing role in the global maritime defense arena. The world’s largest naval defense trade show, EURONAVAL 2024, featured cutting-edge naval defense technology and innovations essential to maritime security. Vice Admiral Krishna Swaminathan, Vice Chief of Naval Staff, represented the Indian Navy, engaging with prominent global defense manufacturers involved...

October 28, 2024 9:55 PM

INS Talwar docks at La Réunion, strengthening India-France maritime cooperation

The Indian Navy’s stealth frigate INS Talwar arrived at La Réunion on October 27, marking a key step in bolstering India-France cooperation to address maritime security challenges in the Indian Ocean Region (IOR). The port visit will feature cross-deck visits and interactions with the French Navy, fostering deeper ties between the two nations. The frigate was also opened for visits by members of the Indian diaspora (Pravasi Bharatiya) on October 27, according to a statement from the Ministry...

October 14, 2024 11:57 PM

India, US to finalize ₹32,000 crore deal for 31 predator drones and MRO facility

India and the United States are set to sign a ₹32,000 crore agreement on Tuesday for the acquisition of 31 Predator drones and the establishment of a Maintenance, Repair, and Overhaul (MRO) facility in India. According to defense officials, the Cabinet Committee on Security (CCS) approved the procurement last week. Out of the 31 drones, 15 will be allocated to the Indian Navy, with the remaining drones equally divided between the Air Force and the Army. The Foreign Military Sales contract, p...

October 14, 2024 10:38 PM

India launches first indigenous multi-purpose vessel ‘Samarthak’

The Indian Navy marked a significant milestone on Tuesday with the launch of Samarthak, the first vessel under the two Multi-Purpose Vessel (MPV) project being constructed by L&T Shipyard at Kattupalli. This event highlights India’s progress in indigenous shipbuilding, aligning with the government’s Aatmanirbhar Bharat and Make in India initiatives. The vessel was launched following maritime traditions, with Shashi Tripathi, President of the Navy Wives Welfare Association (NWWA), perfor...