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The Independence Day episode of 'Kaun Banega Crorepati 17' saw three brave women officers from the Indian Armed Forces – Colonel Sofia Qureshi, Wing Commander Vyomika Singh, and Commander Prerna...
In a display of naval excellence, INS Sudarshini, the Indian Navy's premier sail training ship, has aced a pivotal stopover in Spain. The ship welcomed throngs of curious locals and Indian diaspora...
The windswept sails of INS Sudarshini have carried the Indian Navy to Spain's Las Palmas, completing over 22,000 nautical miles in a wind-powered testament to endurance and diplomacy. As part of the...
In a glowing tribute, Indian Navy Chief Admiral Dinesh K Tripathi saluted civilian staff for their pivotal role in Operation Sindoor's triumph. At Thursday's Navy Civilian Sammelan 2026 in New Delhi,...
The Indian Navy is gearing up for its landmark first Commanders Conference 2026, a crucial platform where top commanders will define future maritime defense strategies. Taking place in New Delhi from...
The announcement of a short-term ceasefire in the US-Israel-Iran war has eased global nerves after 40 grueling days of hostilities. None felt the heat more than the Strait of Hormuz, where energy...
The Indian Navy continues its rapid modernization with the upcoming commissioning of INS Taragiri, a stealth guided missile frigate from the advanced Project 17A lineup. On April 3, Visakhapatnam...
Tensions in the Middle East have cast a shadow over energy supplies worldwide, prompting the Indian Navy to intensify patrols near the Gulf of Oman. Indian merchant ships transiting the volatile...
The Indian Navy's robust presence in volatile sea lanes is paying dividends, with a steady stream of Indian-flagged merchant ships now safely navigating away from the Strait of Hormuz. This marks the...
Two Indian warships have emerged victorious from the Strait of Hormuz, a route long dominated by select powers. JD(U) spokesperson Rajiv Ranjan Prasad attributes this feat to Prime Minister Narendra...
In a powerful address at Kolkata's Garden Reach Shipbuilders & Engineers (GRSE), Defence Minister Rajnath Singh called on the shipyard to pioneer advanced vessels in the technology era, positioning...
Visakhapatnam buzzed with international naval prowess as India reclaimed leadership of the Indian Ocean Naval Symposium (IONS) in the presence of 33 countries. The ceremonial transition from...
In a powerful display of global unity, the Indian Navy's flagship exercise MILAN kicked off its 13th edition in New Delhi, drawing representatives from 74 countries. Chief of Naval Staff Admiral...
At the multinational MILAN-2026 exercise in Visakhapatnam, Defence Minister Rajnath Singh painted a picture of escalating maritime dangers that no navy can handle solo. Speaking to delegates from 74...
The Indian Navy is gearing up for a historic International Fleet Review (IFR) in 2026 at Visakhapatnam, a venue laden with significance from the 1971 war. Pakistan's exclusion from the event,...
In a display of India's rising naval dominance, President Droupadi Murmu lands in Visakhapatnam Tuesday for the much-anticipated International Fleet Review (IFR) 2026. This two-day extravaganza...
The Indian Ocean's chokepoints handle the bulk of global commerce—70-80% by some estimates—making it a hotspot for security challenges. India's response: a relentless buildup of naval might,...
India's naval forces have scripted history by taking the helm of Combined Task Force 154, a critical arm of the 47-nation Combined Maritime Forces. This command, handed over in Bahrain on February...
New Delhi witnessed a landmark event on February 10 as 116 naval and coast guard trainees stepped into the Army Air Defence Centre and Museum. Hailing from training vessels INS Tir and ICGS Sarthi,...
Kochi's bustling naval dockyard buzzed with activity as INS Sagar Dhvani embarked on the ambitious SAGAR Maitri-5 mission, waving the tricolor high against the Arabian Sea horizon. This cutting-edge...
India is on the cusp of a significant strategic advancement with the impending commissioning of its third indigenous nuclear-powered ballistic missile submarine (SSBN), INS Aridhaman. Navy Chief...
The Indian Navy is poised to induct its third indigenous nuclear ballistic submarine, INS Aridhaman, in the very near future, according to Navy Chief Admiral Dinesh K Tripathi. Speaking at the annual...
Prime Minister Narendra Modi's latest 'Mann Ki Baat' address, the 128th edition, broadcast on November 30, was a deep dive into a month brimming with significant national achievements and milestones....
The global defense market is buzzing with unprecedented interest in India's BrahMos supersonic cruise missile, following its decisive performance during Operation Sindoor. Multiple nations are...
Army Chief General Upendra Dwivedi underscored the critical role of synergy within India's armed forces, using 'Operation Sindoor' as a prime illustration. Speaking at the commissioning of INS Mahe,...
The Indian Navy has officially welcomed INS Ikshak, its third Survey Vessel Large (SVL), into active service. Commissioned at the Naval Base in Kochi, this advanced vessel signifies a major leap...
The tri-service military exercise 'Trishul' has entered its crucial final phase along India's western border, demonstrating the growing prowess of indigenous defense technology. Running from November...
India's space capabilities are significantly advancing, with the recent launch of ISRO's GSAT-7R (CMS-03) satellite marking a pivotal moment for the Indian Navy. This development comes amid...
India has achieved a significant milestone in its space program with the successful launch of GSAT-7R, its heaviest communication satellite to date. This advanced satellite is specifically designed...
The Indian Navy is spearheading 'Trishul', a significant tri-services exercise set to commence in early November 2025. This large-scale operation, involving the Indian Army and Indian Air Force, is...
India's massive tri-services military exercise, codenamed Trishul, has triggered significant alarm in Pakistan, leading to the temporary closure of airspace over central and southern Pakistan. This...
Prime Minister Narendra Modi recently graced the deck of INS Vikrant, India's indigenously built aircraft carrier. Unseen but potent, directly beneath where he stood, lay a sophisticated defense...
Prime Minister Narendra Modi extended warm Diwali greetings to President Droupadi Murmu during a visit to Rashtrapati Bhavan. The meeting, marked by a cordial exchange, saw the Prime Minister...
Prime Minister Narendra Modi marked Diwali with the brave personnel of the Indian Navy aboard the aircraft carrier INS Vikrant. Describing the experience as 'memorable,' he shared his pride in...
The Indian Navy is set to commission the second Anti-Submarine Warfare Shallow Water Craft (ASW-SWC), INS Androth, at the Visakhapatnam Naval Dockyard today. This addition represents a significant...
The Indian Navy is preparing to commission the second Anti-Submarine Warfare Shallow Water Craft (ASW-SWC) 'Androth' at the Naval Dockyard today. The commissioning ceremony will be presided over by...
Goa Shipyard Limited (GSL) has delivered the ICGS Akshar to the Coast Guard. This is the second vessel in a series of eight state-of-the-art Fast Patrol Vessels (FPVs) built under the Atmanirbhar...
The Indian Navy is set to significantly enhance its military capabilities with the addition of nine new modern diesel-electric submarines. Negotiations regarding the prices of these submarines are...
The Indian Navy is targeting the establishment of a fleet of 175 ships by 2035, with plans to incorporate submarines. Concurrently, a video showcasing the warship Himgiri, slated for commissioning in...
The Indian Navy is set to commission the Diving Support Vessel (DSV) 'Nistar' at the Naval Dockyard, Visakhapatnam on July 18. Defence Minister Rajnath Singh will be present at the commissioning...
The Indian Navy once again demonstrated its operational agility when INS Kolkata intercepted a group of suspected pirates closing in on a merchant vessel in the western Indian Ocean. Acting on...
Colombo welcomed the Indian Navy's INS Sagar on Friday, a vessel crewed by sailors from 16 countries on a deployment mission across the Indian Ocean. Escorted by a Sri Lankan warship, the ship docked...
In a move to bolster strategic maritime relations, Indian Navy Chief Admiral Dinesh K. Tripathi has arrived in Myanmar for a comprehensive four-day tour spanning May 2-5. The visit aims to elevate...
MOMBASA – The sleek INS Trikand, Indian Navy's guided-missile frigate, bid farewell to Mombasa on Friday after a productive operational turnaround that buzzed with joint activities and diplomatic...
In a display of robust Indo-Seychelles military camaraderie, INS Trikand, the Indian Navy's cutting-edge stealth frigate, concluded its port call at Victoria, Seychelles, and embarked on its onward...
Tensions in the Middle East have reached a boiling point with clashes involving the US, Israel, and Iran impacting global shipping and air travel. Stranded Indians face uncertainty, but the Indian...
The Indian Navy made headlines at the WEST 2026 conference in San Diego, where Vice Admiral Sanjay Vatsayan, Deputy Chief of Naval Staff, spearheaded a delegation to deepen ties with the US amid...
The port of Belawan in Indonesia buzzed with activity as India's premier naval training flotilla made a landmark port call, reinforcing the strategic partnership between the two maritime powers. This...
Singapore's Changi Naval Base welcomed the Indian Navy's first-ever Training Squadron on January 15, signaling a new chapter in bilateral maritime engagement. The flotilla includes INS Tir, INS...
Pakistan recently announced a successful test-fire of a 'ship-launched anti-ship ballistic missile (ASBM)', sparking significant enthusiasm domestically. The Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR)...
In the wake of a significant blast in Delhi, India has heightened its security posture across multiple states, with intelligence agencies conducting widespread raids. The Indian armed forces are...
Tensions are escalating in the Arabian Sea as Pakistan launches live-fire naval exercises in the same waters where India is currently conducting its expansive 'Trishul' military drills. This overlap...
INS Kadmatt, a vessel of the Indian Navy, led the mobile fleet review during Papua New Guinea's 50th Independence Day celebrations. The indigenously designed anti-submarine warfare ship served as a...
The Indian Navy is set to commission the stealth multi-role frigate 'Tamal' into service on July 1st in Kaliningrad, Russia. Vice Admiral Sanjay J. Singh, Flag Officer Commanding-in-Chief of the...
China has expressed its appreciation for India's swift and professional rescue efforts following a fire and explosion aboard the cargo ship MV Wan Hai 503 off the Kerala coast. The Chinese Embassy...
Ramgarh buzzed with anticipation as Admiral Dinesh Kumar Tripathi, India's top naval officer, stepped into the hallowed grounds of Maa Chhinnamastika Temple during Vasant Panchami celebrations. His...
In a heartfelt address at the NCC Republic Day Camp 2026 in New Delhi, Indian Navy Chief Admiral Dinesh Kumar Tripathi connected deeply with the cadets, reminiscing about his own NCC journey. 'These...