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  • Feb 14, 2024
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QATAR FREES EIGHT FORMER INDIAN NAVY MEN

Why in the news?

After more than three months of being sentenced to death in Qatar, eight former Indian Navy personnel have been released, with seven returning to India.

source:firstpost

About Release of Indian Navy Veterans:

  • Eight Indian Navy veterans, includingCaptains Navtej Gill and SaurabhVasisht, were released from custody in Qatar.
  • Their freedom follows legal complications tied to their work with Dahra Global Technologies.
  • India’s diplomatic efforts were instrumental in securing their release.
  • Seven veterans returned home, thanks to New Delhi’s persistent efforts.
  • Gratitude was expressed towards Qatar’s Amir for facilitating their release.
About Indian navy

●    Establishment: Founded on January 26, 1950, with origins dating back to September 5, 1612, as the East India Company’s Marine.

●    Command: Led by the Chief of Naval Staff, appointed by the Supreme Commander, the President of India.

●    Mission: Engages in naval warfare, force projection, sealift, and nuclear deterrence.

●    Personnel: Comprises 64,000 active personnel, 50,000 reserves, and around 300 aircraft.

●    Headquarters: Located at the Integrated Defence Headquarters under the Ministry of Defence.

QATAR FREES EIGHT FORMER INDIAN NAVY MEN

Why in the news?

After more than three months of being sentenced to death in Qatar, eight former Indian Navy personnel have been released, with seven returning to India.

 

source:firstpost

About Release of Indian Navy Veterans:

  • Eight Indian Navy veterans, includingCaptains Navtej Gill and SaurabhVasisht, were released from custody in Qatar.
  • Their freedom follows legal complications tied to their work with Dahra Global Technologies.
  • India’s diplomatic efforts were instrumental in securing their release.
  • Seven veterans returned home, thanks to New Delhi’s persistent efforts.
  • Gratitude was expressed towards Qatar’s Amir for facilitating their release.
About Indian navy

●    Establishment: Founded on January 26, 1950, with origins dating back to September 5, 1612, as the East India Company’s Marine.

●    Command: Led by the Chief of Naval Staff, appointed by the Supreme Commander, the President of India.

●    Mission: Engages in naval warfare, force projection, sealift, and nuclear deterrence.

●    Personnel: Comprises 64,000 active personnel, 50,000 reserves, and around 300 aircraft.

●    Headquarters: Located at the Integrated Defence Headquarters under the Ministry of Defence.