INS Delhi And Shakti Arrive At Malaysia’s Kota Kinabalu

12 May 2024

Two Indian Naval Ships, namely Delhi and Shakti, reached Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia on Sunday as part of the Indian Navy's Operational Deployment. The Royal Malaysian Navy and the High Commission of India in Malaysia warmly greeted the Indian naval ships. In a statement, the Indian Navy stated, "Two Indian Naval...

Why China’s Fujian Poses a Challenge For The Indian Navy?

10 May 2024

India's quest for a larger aircraft carrier to bolster its naval capabilities faces challenges due to financial constraints and strategic considerations. The discussion around acquiring a carrier similar to China's Fujian highlights the complex dynamics shaping India's naval strategy. Rising Costs and Technological Hurdles: One of the primary hurdles hindering...

Indian Navy Begins Trials in Rs 60,000 Crore Tender for 6 Advanced Submarines

03 May 2024

The Indian Navy has initiated trials to construct six cutting-edge submarines domestically, under a Rs 60,000 crore tender, marking a significant step in its efforts to modernize its conventional submarine fleet. In a move towards self-reliance, the Navy has enlisted Indian shipyards Mazagaon Dockyards Limited and Larsen and Toubro, in...

Admiral Dinesh K Tripathi Appointed As New Navy Chief

30 Apr 2024

Admiral Dinesh K Tripathi assumed the role of India's 26th Chief of Naval Staff, succeeding Admiral R Hari Kumar, who retired upon superannuation after a distinguished career in the Indian Navy. Admiral Tripathi, an alumnus of Sainik School Rewa and the National Defence Academy, Khadakwasla, was commissioned into the executive...

Who is Vice Admiral Dinesh Kumar Tripathi? India’s New Navy Chief

30 Apr 2024

Who is Dinesh K Tripathi? Vice Admiral Dinesh Kumar Tripathi, born on May 15, 1964, is set to assume the prestigious role of Chief of the Naval Staff following the retirement of Admiral R Hari Kumar. Tripathi's journey to this esteemed position is rooted in his solid educational foundation. He...

Indian Navy assists crude oil tanker after missile attack

28 Apr 2024

The Indian Navy's INS Kochi swiftly responded to a maritime security incident involving an attack on the Panama-flagged crude oil tanker MV Andromeda Star PM, as confirmed by a statement from the Indian Navy on Sunday. Upon intercepting the distressed oil tanker, INS Kochi conducted an aerial reconnaissance of the...

INS Talwa seizes 940kg narcotics from suspicious dhow

16 Apr 2024

Indian Naval warship INS Talwa intercepted a suspicious dhow on Monday, seizing a substantial 940 kilograms of narcotics from it. This operation was carried out meticulously by the ship's specialized boarding teams and MARCOs (Marine Commandos), showcasing their expertise. The confiscated drugs, which point to ongoing illegal trafficking activities in...

Indian Navy brings 9 pirates caught off Somalia to Mumbai, hands over to local police

04 Apr 2024

The Indian Navy apprehended all nine pirates involved in piracy after successful anti-piracy operations conducted by INS Trishul and INS Sumedha east of Somalia on March 29. The operations led to the rescue of FV Al Kambar and its crew of 23 Pakistani nationals. "INS Trishul arrived in Mumbai on...

Hijacked Iranian vessel; Indian Navy rescues 23 Pakistanis from Somali pirates

30 Mar 2024

The Indian Navy reported a daring rescue operation lasting 12 hours in the Arabian Sea, during which they successfully liberated at least 23 Pakistani nationals from Somali pirates. The operation, conducted on March 29, 2024, saw the interception of the hijacked vessel, FV Al-Kambar, by the Indian Navy warship INS...

Navy Personnel Missing from Indian Navy Ship, Family seeks justice

02 Mar 2024

A seaman II rank Indian Navy personnel 19-year-old Sahil Verma, has gone missing from an Indian Navy ship. The young sailor Sahil Verma, who hails from Gho Manhasa area of Jammu, was last seen aboard the vessel on Tuesday morning, with his disappearance relayed to his family on Thursday by...