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November 3, 2026 1:31 AM

“Huge honour for India,” says Rijiju as Bhutan dedicates Stupa 76 to PM Modi

Union Minority Affairs Minister Kiren Rijiju on Sunday expressed gratitude towards Bhutan after the King of Bhutan dedicated Stupa number 76 to Prime Minister Narendra Modi. Rijiju represented India at the ceremony for raising and consecrating 108 Stupas in Gelephu Mindfulness City. In an X post, he wrote, “It's a huge honour for India that very sacred stupa 76 is dedicated to Hon'ble PM @narendramodi ji for his outstanding vision and commitment to friendship between India and Bhutan. On the...

November 3, 2026 12:46 AM

INS Sudarshini Returns to Kochi After Completing 22,000-Nautical-Mile Lokayan 26 Expedition

The Indian Navy accorded a ceremonial welcome to INS Sudarshini on its return to Kochi on 02 Nov, following the successful completion of Lokayan 26, a ten-month transoceanic sailing expedition spanning over 22,000 nautical miles across the oceans. The homecoming was marked by a water cannon salute and a ceremonial welcome by the Naval Band, as family members gathered to receive the crew after the voyage. The Flag-in Ceremony was presided over by VAdm Sameer Saxena, Flag Officer Commanding-in-C...

October 22, 2026 6:27 PM

Indian Navy’s First Training Squadron Arrives in Maldives to Strengthen Maritime Cooperation

Ships of the Indian Navy’s First Training Squadron (1TS) — INS Tir, INS Sujata, and Indian Coast Guard Ship Sarathi — arrived off Malé, Maldives, on October 21 as part of the Squadron’s Long Range Training Deployment. The ships received a warm welcome from the Maldives National Defence Force (MNDF), reflecting the strong maritime partnership and close regional ties between the two countries. During the port call, the Senior Officer of the First Training Squadron called on the Chief of...

October 6, 2026 7:58 PM

MoS Defence Sanjay Seth to inaugurate SAREX-2026 off Paradip coast; 24th NMSAR Board Meeting in Bhubaneswar

Minister of State for Defence Sanjay Seth will inaugurate the 12th National Maritime Search and Rescue Exercise (SAREX-2026) on October 7 and witness a search and rescue demonstration off the Paradip coast on October 8, as the Indian Coast Guard conducts the exercise to strengthen national and international maritime rescue preparedness. A key feature of SAREX-2026 will be the participation of 32 observers from 30 countries, highlighting the importance of cooperative protocols, strategic importa...

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...

August 13, 2026 9:42 AM

Navy Chief Swaminathan meets Mauritius PM, discusses ways to boost maritime security ties

Navy Chief Admiral Krishna Swaminathan on Wednesday called on Mauritian Prime Minister Navinchandra Ramgoolam and discussed ways to bolster maritime security cooperation between the two countries. Admiral Swaminathan is currently on a four-day visit to Mauritius starting August 10 to solidify bilateral maritime engagement with the strategically located Indian Ocean nation. “Adm Krishna Swaminathan, #CNS, on an official visit to #Mauritius, called on His Excellency, Dr Navinchandra Ramgoolam,...

June 1, 2026 9:29 PM

India, Myanmar Reaffirm Commitment to Stronger Strategic Partnership

India and Myanmar on Monday reaffirmed their commitment to strengthening bilateral ties, with a focus on trade, connectivity, security cooperation and people-to-people exchanges, during talks between Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Myanmar President U Min Aung Hlaing in New Delhi. The discussions took place during President Min Aung Hlaing's official visit to India from May 30 to June 3, his first since assuming office. The two leaders reviewed bilateral relations as well as regional and globa...

February 9, 2026 1:32 PM

EAM Jaishankar meets Seychelles President, highlights vision MAHASAGAR

External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar on Monday called on Patrick Herminie, who is on a state visit to India aimed at strengthening bilateral relations and expanding cooperation across key sectors, including maritime security and economic development. In a post on X, Jaishankar said he was delighted to meet President Herminie and highlighted Seychelles’ support for India’s Vision MAHASAGAR. He noted that as maritime neighbours, both countries share a common interest in advancing economic p...