New Delhi, April 12, 2026; The Indian Navy is set to organise its first biannual Commanders’ Conference of 2026 in the national capital, bringing together senior leadership for an extensive review of maritime security and operational readiness. The three day event will take place from April 14 to April 16, 2026 at Nausena Bhawan, where […]
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New Delhi: Amid escalating tensions in West Asia, India is moving ahead with a comprehensive plan to safeguard its ships and ensure uninterrupted energy supplies through the strategically crucial Strait of Hormuz. The ongoing conflict in the region has severely disrupted global oil and gas movement, affecting markets from Europe to Asia. Although a ceasefire […]
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Dar es Salaam, April 6, 2026: Indian Naval Ship Trikand has arrived at the port of Dar es Salaam in Tanzania as part of its ongoing operational deployment in the South West Indian Ocean Region, aimed at enhancing maritime cooperation and strengthening bilateral relations between the two nations. The frontline guided missile frigate of the Indian […]
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Visakhapatnam, 3 April 2026; The Indian Navy is set to commission its most advanced indigenous stealth frigate, INS Taragiri (F41), marking a major milestone in its ongoing modernisation and self‑reliance efforts. The vessel, constructed under the Project 17A (Nilgiri‑class) series, will formally join the Eastern Naval Command during a ceremony in Visakhapatnam. Defense Minister Rajnath Singh is attending the event, […]
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New Delhi, March 6: Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Friday emphasised that India should take a more proactive role in ensuring maritime stability as rising conflict in West Asia threatens global shipping routes and energy supply chains. Addressing a gathering focused on defence and strategic affairs, Singh said the evolving security environment demands stronger naval […]
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Singapore, January 17: The Indian Navy’s First Training Squadron (1TS) arrived at Changi Naval Base, Singapore, as part of its training deployment to the South East Indian Ocean Region, marking a significant step in strengthening maritime cooperation between India and Southeast Asian nations. The squadron, comprising INS Tir, INS Shardul, INS Sujata and Indian Coast […]
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Ezhimala, November 6, 2025: The Grand Finale of the Indian Navy Quiz – THINQ 25 concluded on a high note at the Indian Naval Academy (INA), Ezhimala on 5th November 2025. The event witnessed an atmosphere of excitement and pride as Admiral Dinesh K. Tripathi, Chief of the Naval Staff, graced the ceremony as the […]
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New Delhi – Defence Minister Rajnath Singh inaugurated the 42nd Indian Coast Guard (ICG) Commanders’ Conference at the ICG headquarters in New Delhi on 29 September 2025, urging the force to adopt a forward-looking strategy for stronger maritime security. The three-day meet brings senior leadership together to review operations, technology upgrades and long-term priorities for […]
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New Delhi, September 28, 2025 — Prime Minister Narendra Modi addressed the nation in the 126th episode of his monthly radio programme ‘Mann Ki Baat’, paying heartfelt tributes to freedom fighter Shaheed Bhagat Singh and legendary singer Lata Mangeshkar on their birth anniversaries. Honours to Icons Remembering Bhagat Singh, the Prime Minister called him “an inspiration […]
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Kolkata, 21 July 2025 — The Indian Navy marked a major milestone today with the launch of Yard 3034 (Ajay), the final ship in the series of Anti-Submarine Warfare Shallow Water Crafts (ASW SWC). The ship was launched at the Garden Reach Shipbuilders and Engineers (GRSE) facility in Kolkata, in the presence of Vice Admiral […]
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