Indian Ocean Region

July 10, 2026 10:24 PM

India is primary guarantor of peace and stability in Indian Ocean Region: Rajnath Singh

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Friday asserted that India has emerged as the primary guarantor of peace and stability in the Indian Ocean Region (IOR), highlighting the Indian Navy's pivotal role in safeguarding the country's maritime interests amid an increasingly complex global security environment. Addressing naval personnel during a Barakhana in Visakhapatnam on the eve of the commissioning of INS Mahendragiri, the sixth indigenous Project 17A stealth frigate, Singh praised the Navy for ...

June 17, 2026 10:36 AM

India chairs 28th IORA senior officials committee meeting, reinforces cooperation for a peaceful Indian Ocean Region

India hosted the 28th Meeting of the Committee of Senior Officials (CSO) of the Indian Ocean Rim Association (IORA) in New Delhi on June 15-16, reaffirming its commitment to strengthening regional cooperation and advancing discussions on the organisation's future roadmap for a peaceful, stable, and prosperous Indian Ocean Region. In a post on X, the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) said, "India hosted the 28th Meeting of the Committee of Senior Officials (CSO) of IORA in New Delhi on 15–16 ...

March 18, 2026 3:47 PM

Indian Navy launches IOS SAGAR initiative to boost maritime cooperation in Indian Ocean Region

The Indian Navy has commenced the second edition of the Indian Ocean Ship (IOS) SAGAR initiative from March 16, reaffirming India’s commitment to strengthening maritime partnerships and security in the Indian Ocean Region. The latest edition comes shortly after India assumed the chairmanship of the Indian Ocean Naval Symposium (IONS) in February 2026 and includes participation from 16 member nations of the region. Enhancing maritime collaboration The IOS SAGAR initiative is part of India’...

February 13, 2026 5:59 PM

India, Thailand hold joint air combat exercise in Indian Ocean region

The Indian Air Force (IAF) conducted a joint in-situ air combat exercise with the Royal Thai Air Force (RTAF) in the Indian Ocean Region from February 9 to 12, 2026, aimed at boosting interoperability and deepening defence ties between the two nations. The bilateral drill featured frontline multirole fighters — IAF Su-30MKI jets operating from bases in the Andaman and Nicobar Islands, and RTAF SAAB Gripen aircraft flying from Thai airfields — with extended-range maritime operations supporte...

January 18, 2026 11:00 AM

ICGS Sankalp reaches Mauritius to strengthen maritime cooperation

Indian Coast Guard Ship (ICGS) Sankalp, an Offshore Patrol Vessel, arrived at Port Louis in Mauritius on Saturday as part of its ongoing overseas deployment to friendly foreign countries in the Indian Ocean Region, underscoring India’s commitment to maritime cooperation and regional security. According to the Defence Ministry, the port call is aligned with India’s maritime vision of SAGAR (Security and Growth for All in the Region), which focuses on promoting maritime safety, security and e...

July 25, 2025 10:49 PM

PM Modi honoured in Maldives as India’s second-longest serving Prime Minister

In a ceremony marked by warmth and diplomatic goodwill, Maldivian President Mohamed Muizzu on Friday extended congratulations to Prime Minister Narendra Modi, recognising his achievement as India’s second-longest serving Prime Minister in consecutive terms. Addressing a formal banquet held in Male in honour of the visiting Indian leader, President Muizzu hailed Prime Minister Modi’s uninterrupted tenure of 4,078 days as a reflection of his “unwavering commitment to public service and dedi...

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 ...

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...