21May 2026

India Hosts PRAGATI 2026 Multilateral Drill

INDIA HOSTS PRAGATI 2026 MULTILATERAL MILITARY EXERCISE Why in the News? Military Exercise: India commenced the multinational military exercise PRAGATI 2026 at Umroi Military Station in Meghalaya, demonstrating enhanced operational capabilities following Basel III standards of risk assessment. International Participation: Armed forces from 12 friendly nations are participating in the exercise, strengthening the Basel framework …

17Dec 2025

Indian Navy Commissions New MH-60R Squadron

Indian Navy Commissions Advanced MH-60R Helicopter Squadron Why in the News? The Indian Navy has commissioned its second MH-60R helicopter squadron, INAS 335, at INS Hansa, Goa, marking a major milestone in naval aviation modernisation and significantly enhancing India’s capability to counter conventional and asymmetric maritime threats. This development also aligns with the nation’s commitment …

06Nov 2025

Indian Navy Commissions Survey Ship Ikshak

Indian Navy Commissions Survey Vessel-Class Ship Ikshak Why in the News ? The Indian Navy has commissioned Survey Vessel-Class Ship Ikshak at the Kochi Naval Base, marking a major boost to India’s hydrographic survey capabilities and showcasing the nation’s progress towards self-reliance in indigenous shipbuilding under the Make in India initiative. Commissioning and Key Highlights: …

06Oct 2025

Indian Navy Commissions INS Androth in Vizag

Indian Navy Commissions ASW Ship ‘Androth’ in Visakhapatnam Why in the News ? The Indian Navy is set to commission INS Androth, the second Anti-Submarine Warfare Shallow Water Craft (ASW-SWC), in Visakhapatnam today. Built by GRSE, Kolkata, this commissioning strengthens India’s indigenous defence capability and boosts naval preparedness against threats in littoral waters. The event …

12Sep 2025

INS Aravali Boosts Indian Navy Security & Surveillance

Indian Navy Commissions INS Aravali For Enhanced Security and Surveillance Why in the News ? The Indian Navy is commissioning INS Aravali, a new base in Gurugram, to enhance the country’s information and communication infrastructure. It will play a pivotal role in improving Maritime Domain Awareness (MDA) and strengthening India’s maritime security framework, especially in …

03Sep 2025

Indian Navy Training Squadron Docks in Seychelles

Indian Navy’s Training Squadron Docks in Seychelles: An Art-Integrated Approach to Naval Diplomacy Why in the News? The First Training Squadron (1TS) of the Indian Navy, comprising INS Tir, INS Shardul, and ICGS Sarathi, docked at Port Victoria, Seychelles. This marks the third naval visit in 2025, highlighting India-Seychelles maritime cooperation in the Indian Ocean …

16Aug 2025

India’s Indigenous Air Defence by 2035

India to Build Indigenous Air Defence by 2035 Why in the News ? Prime Minister Narendra Modi, in his Independence Day address, announced the launch of ‘Sudarshan Chakra’, India’s first indigenous air defence system, to be completed by 2035. The mission aims to provide comprehensive security cover to both strategic and civilian areas. Government’s Vision …

29Apr 2024

INDIAN NAVY ASSISTS PANAMA TANKER POST-HOUTHI ATTACK; CREW SAFE.

Why in the news? Indian Navy guides Panama tanker, attacked by Houthi militants, to safety; all 30 crew, including 22 Indians, unharmed. source:dailysun About Naval Response to Attack: The Indian Navy intervened to aid a Panama-flagged crude oil tanker, MV Andromeda Star, with 30 crew members, including 22 Indians, after it was targeted in a …

23Apr 2024

“TWO WOMEN OFFICERS RETURN AFTER A HISTORIC TRANSOCEANIC EXPEDITION ACHIEVEMENT.”

Why in the news? “INSV Tarini completes a historic transoceanic expedition, marking India’s first double-handed voyage by women Navy officers.” source:scirb About the Journey Highlights: Indian Naval Sailing Vessel INSV Tarini completes a historic transoceanic voyage, returning to Goa base port after nearly two months. Lieutenant Commanders Dilna K. and Roopa A. undertook the expedition …

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