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Air India Express flight crew's lapse probably led to runway incursion at Goa airport in April this year: AAIB

Air India Express flight crew failed to follow air traffic controller instructions during an incident at Dabolim airport. A Navy fighter jet was taking off when the Air India plane misinterpreted communication, leading to a runway incursion. The Aircraft Accident Investigation Bureau highlighted the need for improved communication procedures among…

The Economic Times · 6h ago

Rafale makes first landing on INS Vikrant aircraft carrier: Watch video

A Rafale Marine fighter jet landed on India's indigenous aircraft carrier INS Vikrant for the first time on October 29, completing the landing on its maiden attempt. The trial marks a key milestone in the Navy's efforts to integrate the aircraft, acquired under India's Rs 63,000 crore deal with France…

The Economic Times · Oct 30

Why Indian Navy is spending Rs 40,000 crore to buy 8 corvettes? How It will help India to defend India's 7000 km coastline from Pakistan to Bangladesh

The Indian Navy's Rs 40,000-crore-plus plan to acquire eight next-generation corvettes is part of a wider effort to strengthen coastal defence and maritime security. With stealth features, multi-role warfare capabilities and over 70% indigenous content, the warships will add to India's expanding naval fleet.

The Economic Times · Oct 30

Drones, guns, helicopters: DAC clears Rs 2.12 lakh crore defence buys

On October 26, the Defence Acquisition Council granted Acceptance of Necessity for various capital acquisition proposals. The total worth of these proposals is approximately Rs 2,12,000 crore for the armed forces. A significant portion, about 82%, will be sourced from the Indian industry to promote domestic procurement. The approved procurements…

The Economic Times · Oct 26

Indian Navy training squadron arrives in Sri Lanka on three-day visit

The Indian Navy's First Training Squadron arrived in Sri Lanka for a three-day goodwill visit. This visit aims to strengthen bilateral maritime cooperation between India and Sri Lanka. Officer trainees from both countries will participate in various professional and sporting interactions during the visit. The squadron's presence is part of…

The Economic Times · Oct 26

Swavlamban 2026 to strengthen Indian Navy's self-reliance: Navy chief

Chief of the Naval Staff Admiral Krishna Swaminathan highlighted the significance of a technology-driven Indian Navy on Sunday. He emphasized the Swavlamban initiative which connects the Navy's requirements to India's innovators and entrepreneurs. The event aims to strengthen naval capabilities and promote self-reliance as part of Aatmanirbhar Bharat. Swavlamban 2026…

The Economic Times · Oct 25

Navy's underwater capabilities set for push after indigenous AIP system achieves crucial milestone

The Indian Navy marked a key development in enhancing its underwater capabilities with the AIP system. The inauguration of the 'Setting to Work Phase-2' activity took place in Hazira, Gujarat. This advancement will significantly improve the endurance of diesel-electric submarines during underwater operations. The AIP energy module will undergo rigorous…

The Economic Times · Oct 24

India, Singapore commence 33rd edition of bilateral maritime exercise in Visakhapatnam

The opening ceremony took place onboard INS Nilgiri and INS Kamorta, attended by Rear Admiral Manoj Jha, VSM, Chief Staff Officer (Operations), Eastern Naval Command, Indian Navy; Colonel Bertram Ang, Fleet Commander of the Republic of Singapore Navy; and other senior officers from both navies.

The Economic Times · Oct 21

Indian Navy inducts multi-purpose INS Samarthak, a drone mothership and weapons testbed, the first major warship built by a private shipyard

Samarthak, the first multi-purpose vessel built by a private shipyard to be commissioned into the Indian Navy, has entered service with more than 75% indigenous content. Built by L&T, it will support weapons and sensor trials, maritime surveillance, unmanned systems, disaster relief and emergency response at sea.

The Economic Times · Oct 16

In 1998, India planned 24 submarines by 2030, currently it has 16 and newest submarines are years away

India’s submarine fleet faces a growing replacement challenge, with 16 conventional diesel-electric boats in service and its target of 24 by 2030 delayed. Project 75I, indigenous Project 76, nuclear-powered attack submarines under Project 77 and a proposed Russian submarine lease are among the measures planned to strengthen undersea capabilities. However,…

The Economic Times · Oct 15