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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 …
Read MoreINS Nistar Participates in Pacific Reach 2025 Exercise Why in the News ? The Indian Navy’s indigenously built Diving Support Vessel (DSV) INS Nistar is participating in the multinational Exercise Pacific Reach 2025 in Singapore, involving 40+ nations. The exercise focuses on submarine rescue operations and maritime cooperation, showcasing India’s commitment to procurement reforms and …
Read MoreIndian 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 …
Read MoreExemption Granted to Sri Lankan Tamil Refugees in India: A Model for Inclusive Policies Why in the News? The Union Home Ministry has exempted Sri Lankan Tamil refugees who came to India before January 9, 2015, from penal provisions under the Immigration and Foreigners Act, 2025, ensuring they are not treated as illegal migrants despite …
Read MoreIndian 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 …
Read MoreINS Kadmatt Joins Papua New Guinea Jubilee Why in the News ? Indian Naval Ship INS Kadmatt, an indigenous anti-submarine warfare (ASW) corvette, has arrived at Port Moresby to participate in Papua New Guinea’s 50th Independence Day celebrations. The visit underlines India’s Act East Policy and its vision for peace, stability, and growth in the …
Read MoreIndian Navy Reaffirms Security Role in Indian Ocean Why in the News ? The Indian Ocean Naval Symposium (IONS) hosted an Emerging Leaders Panel Discussion at Southern Naval Command, Kochi (Aug 27–28, 2025). Delegates from 19 member countries discussed maritime cooperation, technological innovation, and collective security, reaffirming the Indian Navy’s commitment to peace and stability …
Read MoreIndian Navy Commissions Stealth Frigates Udaygiri, Himgiri Why in the News? The Indian Navy commissioned advanced stealth frigates Udaygiri and Himgiri at Visakhapatnam in the presence of Defence Minister Rajnath Singh. This marks the first time two frontline surface combatants from different shipyards are commissioned together, enhancing India’s Blue Water naval capabilities. Key Highlights of …
Read MoreIndian Navy to Commission New Stealth Frigates INS Udaygiri, INS Himgiri Why in the News? The Indian Navy is set to commission two advanced frontline navy ships, the stealth frigates INS Udaygiri and INS Himgiri, on August 26, 2025 in Visakhapatnam — marking the first-ever simultaneous commissioning of two major surface combatants from different Indian …
Read MoreIndigenous Advanced Guided-Missile Frigate Delivered Why in the News? The Indian Navy received Himgiri, an advanced guided-missile frigate built indigenously by Garden Reach Shipbuilders and Engineers (GRSE) under Project 17A, marking a significant step towards self-reliance in warship design and construction. This Project 17A frigate, also known as P17A or Project 17 Alpha, represents a …
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