INS Himgiri inducted into the Indian Navy under Project 17A. Built by GRSE, this indigenous stealth frigate features BrahMos missiles, Barak-8 SAM, and advanced EW systems. INS Himgiri — India’s Indigenous Stealth Frigate Joins the Indian Navy Introduction On 31 July 2025, the Indian Navy officially inducted INS Himgiri, a state‑of‑the‑art Nilgiri‑class (Project 17A) stealth guided‑missile…
Vice Admiral Manish Chadha assumes command of Indian Naval Academy Ezhimala on August 1, 2025. Know his service record, INA importance & why this update is vital for defence exam aspirants. A. Paramount Leadership Change at Indian Naval Academy Vice Admiral Manish Chadha Assumes Command On 1 August 2025, Vice Admiral Manish Chadha, AVSM, VSM,…
Naval Officer in Charge Kerala 2025: Commodore Varghese Mathew takes over as NOIC at INS Venduruthy, Kochi. Know his career, responsibilities, and defence significance for current affairs. Commodore Varghese Mathew Takes Charge as Naval Officer‑in‑Charge, Kerala Ceremony Marks Leadership Transition On 30 July 2025, Commodore Varghese Mathew formally assumed the role of Naval Officer‑in‑Charge (Kerala) at a ceremony held at INS Venduruthy,…
SIMBEX 2025 naval exercise strengthens India-Singapore defence ties and Indo-Pacific cooperation. Know its importance, history, and exam-relevant insights for UPSC, CDS, and PSCs. Indian Navy Set to Participate in SIMBEX 2025 Overview of SIMBEX 2025 The Singapore‑India Maritime Bilateral Exercise (SIMBEX) 2025 marks the 32nd edition of this long‑standing naval drill between the Indian Navy…
India Greece naval exercise PASSEX 2025 conducted near Mumbai boosts maritime interoperability and highlights strategic defence cooperation in the Indo-Pacific region. India & Greece Conduct PASSEX to Strengthen Naval Cooperation Joint Naval Exercise Near Mumbai On July 10, 2025, the Indian Navy and the Hellenic (Greek) Navy conducted a Passing Exercise (PASSEX) in the Arabian…
INS Nistar: India’s first indigenously built diving support vessel delivered to Indian Navy on July 8, 2025. Enhances deep-sea rescue and submarine operations under Make in India initiative. INS Nistar: India’s First Indigenous Diving Support Vessel On July 8, 2025, Hindustan Shipyard Limited (HSL) officially delivered the Indigenous Diving Support Vessel (DSV) INS Nistar to the Indian…
India anti-submarine rocket 2025: Indian Navy successfully tests indigenous ERASR on INS Kavaratti, boosting submarine defence with 8.9 km range and DRDO-made electronic fuze. India’s Indigenous ERASR: Redefining Naval Anti‑Submarine Warfare 🌊 India has successfully completed user trials of the Extended Range Anti‑Submarine Rocket (ERASR), a 100% indigenous rocket designed to strengthen the Indian Navy’s…
First woman Navy fighter pilot Aastha Poonia earns “Wings of Gold,” becoming the first female inducted into the Indian Navy’s fighter stream. Learn about her training, aircraft, and importance for exams. Sub Lt Aastha Poonia — India’s First Woman Navy Fighter Pilot Trainee Trailblazing in Naval Aviation On 3 July 2025, Sub Lieutenant Aastha Poonia made…
INS Tamal Commissioned 2025: Indian Navy’s last foreign-built warship, INS Tamal, was commissioned in Kaliningrad with 26% indigenous content, advancing India’s Aatmanirbhar Bharat defense vision. 🚢 INS Tamal Commissioned in Kaliningrad: A Strategic Milestone Overview: Indo‑Russian Naval Collaboration On 1 July 2025, the Indian Navy officially commissioned INS Tamal (F71) at Yantar Shipyard, Kaliningrad, Russia. Presided…
Project 17A stealth frigate INS Udaygiri commissioned in record time with 75% indigenous content, marking a major milestone for Aatmanirbhar Bharat and Indian Navy modernisation. India Commissions Second Project 17A Stealth Frigate “Udaygiri” in Record Time Landmark Delivery of INS Udaygiri On July 1, 2025, India’s Mazagon Dock Shipbuilders Limited (MDL) delivered Udaygiri, the second stealth…
