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Indian Navy chief Krishna Swaminathan to visit Australia, New Zealand from September 9 to bolster maritime ties

Admiral Krishna Swaminathan's official visit to Australia and New Zealand, beginning on September 9, is set to enhance bilateral military cooperation. High-level discussions with naval leaders will be held, focusing on operational interactions and opportunities for information exchange. This trip emphasizes India's dedication to fostering peace and stability in the…

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Indian Navy commissions second Diving Support Vessel 'Nipun' at Mumbai Naval Dockyard

The Indian Navy commissioned its second Diving Support Vessel, Nipun, in Mumbai. This specialized vessel enhances deep-sea diving and underwater operational capabilities significantly. Built by Hindustan Shipyard Limited, Nipun boasts nearly seventy-five percent indigenous content. The vessel supports deep-sea saturation diving and submarine rescue operations effectively. Its induction strengthens India's…

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Indian Navy to induct Nipun on August 31: Meet the indigenously built vessel for deep-sea diving and submarine rescue

The Indian Navy is set to welcome its second Diving Support Vessel, Nipun, on August 31. This vessel, developed domestically, significantly boosts India's capacity for deep-sea diving and submarine rescue operations. With advanced diving systems and reliable station-keeping features, Nipun will facilitate intricate underwater missions that align with India's maritime…

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'Had fruitful discussions on advancing maritime cooperation': Japanese envoy welcomes Defence Minister Koizumi to India

Japanese Defence Minister Shinjiro Koizumi arrived in Mumbai for his first official visit to India. He inspected a Guard of Honour and laid a wreath at the Naval Dockyard. Koizumi held strategic discussions with Indian Navy officials on operational capabilities. Defence Minister Rajnath Singh will meet Koizumi in New Delhi…

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Indian Navy sailor, wife and two children found dead at Mumbai residence

An Indian Navy sailor and his family were discovered deceased at their Mumbai residence. Police found the sailor hanging, while his wife and two young children were also found dead. Preliminary investigations suggest the sailor died by suicide and the others may have been poisoned.

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Navy Chief Swaminathan meets Mauritius PM, discusses ways to boost maritime security ties

Navy Chief Admiral Krishna Swaminathan met Mauritian Prime Minister Navinchandra Ramgoolam. They discussed strengthening maritime security cooperation and training exchanges between nations. The Admiral assured full support for Mauritius's coast guard capability enhancement efforts. Discussions also focused on joint surveillance and expanding operational linkages. This visit reinforces India's vision for…

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Indian and Australian Navies discuss enhancing operational interoperability, capability-building cooperation

The Indian and Australian navies held discussions in Sydney during the 17th Navy-to-Navy Staff Talks from August 11-12 to boost maritime cooperation and interoperability. This follows the Indian Air Force's participation alongside 21 nations in Exercise Pitch Black 26 and PM Narendra Modi's two-day visit to Australia in July.

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Indian Navy chief Admiral Swaminathan begins four-day Mauritius visit to deepen maritime security

Chief of the Naval Staff (CNS) Admiral Krishna Swaminathan is set to visit the island nation of Mauritius on a four-day official visit aimed at strengthening bilateral maritime cooperation and deepening defence ties with the key Indian Ocean partner.

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'Extremely hazardous': Seafarers’ union urges PM Modi to deploy Navy after Indian vessel sinks

The Forward Seamen’s Union of India (FSUI) has urged Prime Minister Narendra Modi to deploy Indian Navy assets to protect Indian-flagged vessels and seafarers in the Red Sea, Black Sea and Strait of Hormuz. The union warned that escalating regional conflicts have turned commercial shipping routes into “active danger zones”.

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Indian Navy launches 5th Diving Support Craft 'DSC A24' in Kolkata

The Indian Navy successfully launched its fifth Diving Support Craft, DSC A24, in Kolkata. This vessel represents a significant advancement for indigenous shipbuilding capabilities and the Make in India initiative. Meanwhile, Vice Admiral Alok Ananda assumed command as the 13th Commandant of the Indian Naval Academy. He succeeded Vice Admiral…

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India, Germany to sign the Rs 90,000 crore submarine deal for Indian Navy soon, says German envoy Philipp Ackermann

India and Germany are close to signing a submarine deal soon. This agreement will allow for six advanced submarines to be built in India. The German Type 214 submarine design will form the basis of this project. This collaboration aims to strengthen the Indian Navy's underwater capabilities significantly. The deal…

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Navy commissions INS Malvan warship to bolster coastal anti-submarine capabilities

The Indian Navy commissioned the anti-submarine warfare shallow water craft (ASW-SWC) Malvan at Karwar on Wednesday. The second indigenous Mahe-class warship is designed to strengthen India's coastal anti-submarine capabilities and comes amid rising Chinese and Pakistani submarine activity in the Indian Ocean Region.

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Indian Navy to add submarine hunter INS Malvan to its fleet: Check its capabilities and why it matters

The Indian Navy is commissioning the ASW-SWC Malvan, strengthening coastal defence capabilities. This vessel is the second of eight Mahe-class ships being built with significant indigenous content. The ASW-SWC program aims to counter underwater threats in shallow coastal waters effectively. These ships are equipped with advanced sensors and weapons for…

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Special court sentences 44 Somalian pirates to life imprisonment; praises Navy for prompt action

A Mumbai court has sentenced forty-four Somalian nationals to life imprisonment for piracy. These individuals were convicted in two separate cases involving hijacking and hostage-taking. Indian naval ships apprehended the accused during anti-piracy missions in the Gulf of Aden.

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Indian Navy to commission indigenous anti-submarine warfare vessel 'Malvan' on July 22

The ceremony will be presided over by Indian Air Force Chief Air Chief Marshal A P Singh, in the presence of Vice Admiral Sanjay Vatsayan, Flag Officer Commanding-in-Chief, Western Naval Command, they said.

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Indian Navy to host multinational maritime training exercise 'Operation Southern Readiness 26-2' in Kochi

The Indian Navy will host Operation Southern Readiness 26-2 in Kochi from July 20 to 23. This multinational training engagement partners with the Combined Maritime Forces for maritime security. Personnel will receive professional training and exchange best practices in various maritime security areas. The program combines classroom instruction, simulator training,…

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'INS Sudarshini represents finest tradition of Indian maritime heritage'

INS Sudarshini visited New York to represent India at American independence celebrations. The ship's presence highlighted growing defense and people-to-people ties between nations. This visit was part of the ship's extensive Lokayan 2026 global sailing expedition. The mission aimed to strengthen maritime cooperation and build international goodwill.

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Indian Navy successfully evacuates stranded fisherman off Visakhapatnam coast

"The fisherman, whose fishing boat had gone missing at sea, had been rescued by a nearby merchant vessel on 05 Jul 26. Based on request from Civil Administration on 06 July 26, he was evacuated by the Navy helicopter through rescue hoist and was provided medical assistance; prior handing over…

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INS Sudarshini participates in maritime spectacle in US for 250th anniversary

India's sail training ship, INS Sudarshini, proudly sailed into New York on July 4th, joining a grand international naval event celebrating America's 250th independence anniversary. The vessel's presence highlights the strong and growing maritime partnership between India and the United States. This significant port call is part of INS Sudarshini's…

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INS Sanshodhak joins Southern Naval Command in Kochi

INS Sanshodhak, the Indian Navy's fourth Survey Vessel Large, has arrived in Kochi, its new home port. Commissioned in Kolkata by Prime Minister Modi, this indigenously built ship boasts advanced hydrographic and oceanographic systems. Beyond its primary survey role, Sanshodhak can support disaster relief and function as a hospital ship,…

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Indian Navy's P-8I aircraft arrives at Joint Base Pearl Harbor-Hickam in Hawaii for RIMPAC 2026

In a post on X, the Indian Navy spokesperson at Naval Headquarters, Captain Vivek Madhwal, stated that India's participation in one of the world's largest multinational maritime exercises reaffirmed the Navy's committment to "free, open, inclusive and rules-based Indo-Pacific."

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INS Udaygiri, Shakti and Kavaratti arrive at Changi Naval Base in Singapore as part of operational deployment

Indian Naval Ships Udaygiri, Shakti, and Kavaratti concluded a successful operational deployment in Southeast Asia, reinforcing India's maritime partnerships. The fleet, led by Rear Admiral Alok Ananda, visited Singapore and participated in a joint naval drill with the Royal Thai Navy. These engagements underscore India's commitment to regional maritime security…

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Indian Army contingent, naval band, INS Tarkash to grace Seychelles National Day celebrations

Besides, an Indian Navy marching contingent and naval band will also be part of the golden jubilee celebrations of the National Day of the archipelago nation.

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INS Sudarshini arrives in US, to take part in 250th anniversary celebrations

India's Sail Training Ship, INS Sudarshini, has arrived in Baltimore, USA, as part of a significant transoceanic expedition. The vessel previously joined the Sail 250 Virginia celebrations, representing India among global tall ships. This visit underscores India's maritime heritage and strengthens Indo-US naval ties, with further engagements planned for the…

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Rekise Marine raises $9.7 million from Accel, NKSquared to build autonomous naval platforms

Bengaluru-based Rekise Marine secured $9.7 million from Accel and NKSquared. The funding will accelerate the development of autonomous ships and submarines for the Indian Navy. The company focuses on full-stack development of unmanned maritime systems. This investment supports the expansion of engineering talent and the advancement of their extra-large autonomous…

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