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INDIA–JAPAN DEFENCE COOPERATION: NAVAL RADAR TECHNOLOGY AND INDO-PACIFIC SECURITY Why in the News? Japan has urged India to fast-track its internal approval process for the UNICORN naval radar technology-transfer agreement signed during the July India visit of Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi, while also highlighting plans for closer defence cooperation and an upcoming Quad naval …
Read MoreIndian Navy Commissions INS Nipun for Underwater Operations Why in the News ? The Indian Navy commissioned INS Nipun, the second Diving Support Vessel (DSV) of the Nistar-class, at Naval Dockyard, Mumbai. The indigenously built vessel will strengthen specialised underwater capabilities, including diving operations and submarine rescue, particularly under the Western Naval Command. INS Nipun: …
Read MoreIndia-US Navies Strengthen Cooperation Through EOD Exercise Why in the News ? The Indian Navy-US Navy Explosive Ordnance Disposal (EOD) Exercise 2026 began at Kochi on August 10 and will continue until August 14. The five-day exercise aims to improve interoperability, specialised skills and professional cooperation between both navies. Exercise 2026: Key Features and Objectives …
Read MoreINS Malvan Strengthens India’s Indigenous Maritime Defence Capabilities Today Why in the News ? The Indian Navy has commissioned INS Malvan, the second Mahe-class Anti-Submarine Warfare Shallow Water Craft (ASW-SWC), at Karwar, Karnataka. Built under the Atmanirbhar Bharat initiative, the warship significantly enhances India’s coastal defence and indigenous naval capabilities, reflecting the nation’s commitment to …
Read MoreINDIAN NAVY LAUNCHES NGOPV ‘SANGHMITRA’ AT GRSE KOLKATA Why in the News? Naval Launch: The Sanghmitra, a Next Generation Offshore Patrol Vessel (NGOPV), was launched at Garden Reach Shipbuilders and Engineers, Kolkata, marking a significant milestone in India’s defense manufacturing under the basel framework and basel iii standards for indigenous shipbuilding, incorporating capital adequacy principles …
Read MoreINDIAN NAVY SHIPS ON STANDBY FOR HUMANITARIAN OPERATIONS IN WEST ASIA Why in the News? Regional Escalation: India is monitoring heightened security tensions in West Asia amid recent regional conflict, with procedural fairness in intelligence assessment and third party information verification protocols. Operational Readiness: Indian Navy ships under Operation Sankalp placed on standby for possible …
Read MoreINS Anjadip Strengthens Navy’s Anti-Submarine Warfare Fleet Why in the News ? The Indian Navy commissioned INS Anjadip, its fourth indigenously built Anti-Submarine Warfare Shallow Water Craft (ASW-SWC), at Chennai Port. The induction enhances India’s coastal defence and anti-submarine warfare capabilities. Additionally, it reinforces the country’s push towards Aatmanirbhar Bharat in defence production. It also …
Read MoreINS SUDARSHINI LOKAYAN 26 VOYAGE Why in the News? Expedition launch: INS Sudarshini is set to begin a 10-month transoceanic voyage titled Lokayan 26, with environmental clearances obtained for all port visits to ensure compliance with international maritime regulations. Global outreach: The voyage will cover 22,000 nautical miles, visiting 18 ports in 13 countries, promoting …
Read MoreIndian Navy Training Squadron Arrives at Singapore Why in the News? The Indian Navy’s First Training Squadron reached Singapore’s Changi Naval Base as part of its overseas training deployment, reinforcing India–Singapore maritime cooperation and advancing India’s regional vision of MAHASAGAR and cooperative security in the Indian Ocean Region. This deployment also highlights the growing importance …
Read MorePresident Murmu Sails Aboard Indigenous Submarine INS Vaghsheer Why in the News? President Droupadi Murmu undertook a historic sortie aboard the Indian Navy’s indigenously-built Kalvari-class submarine INS Vaghsheer at Karwar, highlighting India’s naval self-reliance, indigenous defence capabilities and close civil–military engagement. This event also underscores the importance of environmental considerations in naval operations, particularly in …
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