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October 11, 2026 12:56 PM

Next-generation offshore patrol vessel ‘Shreyas’ launched at GRSE in Kolkata

The Indian Navy’s next-generation offshore patrol vessel ‘Shreyas’ was launched at Garden Reach Shipbuilders and Engineers (GRSE) in Kolkata on Saturday, marking another milestone in indigenous shipbuilding. The vessel, designated Yard 3040, was launched by Reyman Kochhar in the presence of Vice Admiral Ajay Kochhar, Vice Chief of the Naval Staff. Senior representatives from the Navy, Ministry of Defence, GRSE and industry partners attended the ceremony, which reflected naval traditions a...

October 9, 2026 5:43 PM

UP Cabinet approves third phase of Lucknow naval museum project

The Uttar Pradesh Cabinet on Friday approved the third phase of the Nausena Shaurya Sangrahalaya project in Lucknow, including the development of a water body across 6.8 acres, with the Lucknow Development Authority (LDA) set to oversee the operation and maintenance of the museum complex. The Cabinet, chaired by Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath, approved the transfer of the land by the LDA to the Tourism Department for a token amount of Rs 1 lakh. The proposed facilities include replicas of nava...

October 6, 2026 1:10 PM

Rajnath Singh launches first indigenous Fleet Support Ship ‘Surya’, calls for Visakhapatnam maritime industrial hub

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Tuesday launched the first indigenously designed and built Fleet Support Ship, ‘Surya’, at Hindustan Shipyard Limited (HSL) in Visakhapatnam, marking a milestone in strengthening the Indian Navy’s operational reach and endurance. Singh also laid the keel of the fifth Fleet Support Ship, FSS-5, and inaugurated the upgraded Slipway-4 and a 300-tonne Goliath Crane, expanding the shipyard’s capacity to build larger and more complex vessels. “The launch o...

October 6, 2026 12:52 PM

Rajnath Singh highlights Indian Navy’s growing strength, calls for harnessing maritime potential for prosperity

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Monday highlighted the Indian Navy’s growing combat capabilities and indigenous platforms, calling for India to harness its maritime potential to advance economic growth, national prosperity and strategic strength. Addressing a Barakhana organised by the Eastern Naval Command in Visakhapatnam, Singh commended naval personnel for safeguarding India’s maritime interests and acknowledged the support and sacrifices of their families. He said the Navy had emerg...

October 5, 2026 4:40 PM

Rajnath Singh to launch Navy’s first Fleet Support Ship in Visakhapatnam on October 6

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh will launch the Indian Navy’s first Fleet Support Ship, FSS-1, at Hindustan Shipyard Limited in Visakhapatnam on October 6, marking a milestone in India’s indigenous shipbuilding programme. He will also lay the keel of the fifth Fleet Support Ship, FSS-5, and inaugurate the shipyard’s upgraded Slipway-4 and a 300-tonne Goliath Crane. The upgraded slipway, with its extended length and enhanced load-bearing capacity, supported by the crane, will enable the sh...

October 4, 2026 11:49 AM

INS Sahyadri, Kulish conclude participation in ASEAN-India Maritime Exercise 2026

Indian Naval Ships Sahyadri and Kulish have concluded their participation in the ASEAN-India Maritime Exercise (AIME) 2026, held in the Philippines under the theme ‘Anchored in Trust, United at Sea’. The exercise provided participating maritime forces with opportunities for professional interaction, operational coordination and maritime training through dedicated Harbour and Sea Phases. The Opening Ceremony was followed by the Harbour Phase, which featured a range of engagements, including...

October 2, 2026 1:06 AM

INS Tarkash arrives at Mombasa, Kenya for goodwill port call

Indian Naval Ship Tarkash, a frontline stealth frigate, arrived at Mombasa, Kenya, on September 29 for a goodwill port call as part of her deployment. The visit underscores the longstanding and multifaceted relationship between India and Kenya, two maritime nations connected by historical, cultural and people-to-people ties. India and Kenya share a long history of maritime engagement across the Indian Ocean. As key maritime nations, both countries remain committed to fostering maritime ties and...

September 30, 2026 11:49 PM

AIME-2026 Begins in Philippines, India and ASEAN Maritime Forces Step Up Operational Cooperation

The Second Edition of the ASEAN-India Maritime Exercise (AIME-2026) commenced at Subic Bay, Philippines, on September 28, with Indian Naval Ships Sahyadri and Kulish participating alongside maritime forces from ASEAN Member States. Conducted under the theme “Anchored in Trust, United at Sea”, the exercise brings together maritime forces from India and ASEAN countries for professional, operational and social engagements aimed at enhancing mutual understanding, cooperation and interoperabilit...

September 29, 2026 5:11 PM

India first responder, preferred security partner in Indian Ocean Region: Rajnath Singh

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Tuesday described India as a “First Responder” and “Preferred Security Partner” in the Indian Ocean Region, asserting that the country’s growing maritime presence and responsibilities require stronger surveillance and response mechanisms. Addressing the second edition of the Indian Navy’s biannual Commanders’ Conference 2026 at Nausena Bhawan in New Delhi, Singh said India’s strategic position and responsibilities in the region were growing amid...

September 20, 2026 2:26 PM

India, Sri Lanka begin 13th bilateral maritime exercise SLINEX-26 in Visakhapatnam

The 13th edition of the India-Sri Lanka bilateral maritime exercise, SLINEX-26, is underway at Visakhapatnam from September 17 to 21, with the Indian and Sri Lankan navies participating in the exercise. The exercise began with the Harbour Phase and will be followed by the Sea Phase. The Indian Navy is participating with INS Kavaratti, an indigenous Anti-Submarine Warfare Corvette, and INS Jyoti, the Fleet Tanker. The Sri Lanka Navy is represented by SLNS Sindurala. Conceptualised in 2005, SLI...