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October 22, 2025 6:46 PM

INS Sahyadri participates in Japan-India Maritime Exercise JAIMEX 2025

Indian Naval Ship (INS) Sahyadri, an indigenously built Shivalik-class guided missile stealth frigate, participated in the Japan-India Maritime Exercise (JAIMEX-25) from October 16 to 18, culminating in a port call at Yokosuka, Japan, on October 21 for the Harbour phase, the Ministry of Defence said. During the sea phase, INS Sahyadri operated alongside Japanese Maritime Self-Defense Force (JMSDF) ships Asahi, Oumi, and submarine Jinryu in advanced anti-submarine warfare and missile defence dri...

October 20, 2025 6:01 PM

Over 100 districts free from maoist terror, nation breathes in freedom: PM Modi

Prime Minister Narendra Modi, while celebrating Diwali with the Indian Navy aboard the indigenous aircraft carrier INS Vikrant off the coasts of Goa and Karwar, highlighted a major national achievement: over 100 districts in India are now free from Maoist influence. Addressing the naval personnel, PM Modi recalled that before 2014, around 125 districts were affected by Maoist violence. Through persistent efforts over the past decade, this number has dramatically reduced, with only 11 districts ...

October 20, 2025 2:09 PM

‘BrahMos makes many nervous’, says PM Modi; hails India’s missile might

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday lauded India’s indigenous missile systems, including BrahMos and Akash, highlighting their critical role during ‘Operation Sindoor’ and noting that their performance has made many apprehensive. Addressing naval personnel on board the INS Vikrant during Diwali celebrations, the Prime Minister said, “Our missiles like BrahMos and Akash have proved their capability in Operation Sindoor as well. The name BrahMos itself is so renowned that just hearing ...

October 20, 2025 2:10 PM

PM Modi celebrates Diwali with soldiers aboard INS Vikrant off Goa coast

Prime Minister Narendra Modi continued his tradition of celebrating Diwali with armed forces personnel on Monday, visiting the INS Vikrant off the coast of Goa and Karwar. Interacting with the naval personnel, PM Modi expressed his gratitude for being able to celebrate the festival of lights with the soldiers. “Today, on one side I have infinite horizons, infinite sky, and on the other side I have this giant, INS Vikrant, embodying infinite powers. The glow of the sun’s rays on the ocean�...

October 19, 2025 12:31 PM

Indian Navy bolsters self-reliance with launch of sixth ASW SWC Magdala at Cochin Shipyard

The sixth Anti-Submarine Warfare Shallow Water Craft (ASW SWC), named BY 528 (Magdala), was launched on Saturday at Cochin Shipyard Limited (CSL) in Kochi, marking a significant step in the Indian Navy’s pursuit of self-reliance in shipbuilding. The launch ceremony, conducted in accordance with naval maritime tradition, was led by Renu Rajaram in the presence of Vice Admiral Rajaram Swaminathan, Controller of Warship Production and Acquisition, along with senior officials from the Indian Navy...

October 17, 2025 10:29 PM

Indian Navy inducts 11th ACTCM Barge LSAM 25, boosting operational readiness

The Indian Navy on Friday inducted its 11th Ammunition Cum Torpedo Cum Missile Barge LSAM 25 (Yard 135) at an induction ceremony held at the Naval Dockyard, Mumbai. The ceremony was graced by Cmde Sumeet Vishnu Shidore, General Manager (R), ND (Mumbai), as the Chief Guest. The contract for the construction and delivery of eleven ACTCM Barges was signed with Suryadipta Projects Pvt Ltd, Thane, on March 5, 2021. The MSME shipyard indigenously designed the barges in collaboration with an Indian sh...

October 16, 2025 9:21 PM

Indian Navy hosts seminar on cybersecurity challenges in maritime sector

The Indian Navy on Thursday organised a high-level seminar on “Impact of Cyber Attacks on Maritime Sector and Its Effects on National Security and International Relations” at Sushma Swaraj Bhawan in New Delhi, highlighting the growing importance of cybersecurity in safeguarding critical maritime infrastructure. The event brought together senior government officials, defence leaders, industry experts, and cybersecurity professionals to enhance awareness of emerging digital threats in the mar...

October 6, 2025 11:04 PM

Indian Navy commissions INS Androth, second anti-submarine warfare shallow water craft

The Indian Navy on Monday commissioned INS Androth, the second vessel in its series of Anti-Submarine Warfare Shallow Water Craft (ASW-SWC), at a ceremonial event held at the Naval Dockyard, Visakhapatnam. The commissioning ceremony was presided over by Vice Admiral Rajesh Pendharkar, Flag Officer Commanding-in-Chief, Eastern Naval Command, in the presence of senior naval officers, representatives from Garden Reach Shipbuilders & Engineers (GRSE), Kolkata, and distinguished dignitaries. INS...

October 6, 2025 12:36 PM

Indian Navy set to commission second anti-submarine warfare ship Androth

The Indian Navy will commission INS Androth, its second Anti-Submarine Warfare Shallow Water Craft (ASW-SWC), at the Naval Dockyard in Visakhapatnam on Monday. The commissioning ceremony will be presided over by Vice Admiral Rajesh Pendharkar, Flag Officer Commanding-in-Chief of the Eastern Naval Command. Built by Garden Reach Shipbuilders and Engineers (GRSE), Kolkata, Androth features over 80% indigenous content, highlighting India’s growing self-reliance in naval shipbuilding and defence ...

October 5, 2025 3:13 PM

INS Sahyadri visits Kemaman, strengthening India-Malaysia maritime cooperation

As part of its operational deployment to the South China Sea and the wider Indo-Pacific region, the Indian Navy’s indigenously built stealth frigate INS Sahyadri made a port call at Kemaman, Malaysia, on Thursday. The ship was warmly welcomed by the Royal Malaysian Navy (RMN), underscoring the growing maritime cooperation and shared seafaring heritage between the two nations. Commissioned in 2012, INS Sahyadri is the third ship of the Shivalik-class guided missile stealth frigates, designed a...