Indian Navy Commissions New Deep-Water Survey Vessel: Enhancing Maritime Capabilities The Indian Navy has taken a significant step towards bolstering its maritime capabilities by commissioning a new deep-water survey vessel named INS Nirdeshak. This advanced vessel, designed for conducting hydrographic surveys in deep waters, was commissioned at the naval base in Visakhapatnam. With cutting-edge technology…
DRDO and Indian Navy Successfully Test Vertical Launch Short Range SAM off Odisha Coast Successful Test of Vertical Launch Short Range SAM On September 12, 2024, the Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) and the Indian Navy achieved a significant milestone by successfully testing the Vertical Launch Short Range Surface-to-Air Missile (VL-SRSAM) off the coast…
5th India-Maldives Defence Cooperation Dialogue Held in New Delhi Introduction The 5th India-Maldives Defence Cooperation Dialogue was held in New Delhi, marking a significant milestone in the ongoing partnership between the two nations. This meeting emphasized the strengthening of defence ties, mutual security concerns, and the broader Indo-Pacific security framework. The dialogue also highlighted the…
Indian Coast Guard Participates in 20th HACGAM Introduction to HACGAM The Indian Coast Guard (ICG) recently participated in the 20th edition of the Heads of Asian Coast Guard Agencies Meeting (HACGAM), a significant event held to enhance regional maritime cooperation. HACGAM serves as a pivotal platform for Asian coast guard agencies to discuss and address…
Vice Admiral Rajesh Dhankhar Takes Over as Director General of Project Seabird Introduction: Vice Admiral Rajesh Dhankhar’s New Appointment On August 28, 2024, Vice Admiral Rajesh Dhankhar assumed the role of Director General of Project Seabird. This high-profile appointment marks a significant milestone in the Indian Navy’s ongoing efforts to enhance its maritime capabilities. Project…
Prime Minister Narendra Modi Inaugurates INS Towers in Mumbai Prime Minister Narendra Modi recently inaugurated the INS Towers in Mumbai, marking a significant milestone in India’s maritime capabilities. This event underscores India’s growing emphasis on strengthening its naval infrastructure and enhancing its maritime security. Inauguration Ceremony The inauguration ceremony was attended by several high-ranking officials,…
Colombo Security Conclave Welcomes Bangladesh as Fifth Member The Colombo Security Conclave (CSC) has officially welcomed Bangladesh as its fifth member, marking a significant development in regional security cooperation. The CSC, which focuses on enhancing maritime security, countering terrorism, and ensuring regional stability, now includes India, Sri Lanka, Maldives, Mauritius, and Bangladesh. Bangladesh Joins the…
INS Sunayna Entered Port Victoria, Seychelles: Strengthening Maritime Security Introduction INS Sunayna, an offshore patrol vessel of the Indian Navy, recently entered Port Victoria in Seychelles. This strategic move aims to enhance maritime security and foster stronger ties between India and Seychelles. The visit is part of India’s ongoing efforts to ensure peace and stability…
Japan-India Maritime Exercise JIMEX-24 Kicks Off in Yokosuka The 8th edition of the Japan-India Maritime Exercise (JIMEX-24) has begun in Yokosuka, Japan, highlighting the robust naval cooperation between the two nations. This exercise underscores the strategic partnership and shared commitment to maritime security in the Indo-Pacific region. Exercise Overview JIMEX-24 is a two-phase exercise, consisting…
Indian Coast Guard Signs MOU with Hindalco for Indigenous Marine Grade Aluminium The Indian Coast Guard (ICG) has recently signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with Hindalco Industries Limited, a flagship company of the Aditya Birla Group, to collaborate on the development and supply of indigenous marine-grade aluminium. This partnership aims to enhance self-reliance in…
