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India Sri Lanka Strengthen Maritime Cooperation Through Diving Exercise Why in the News ? India and Sri Lanka conducted IN–SLN DIVEX 2026 in Colombo, showcasing enhanced maritime cooperation and interoperability. The exercise focused on deep-sea diving, rescue operations, and aligns with India’s MAHASAGAR vision for regional security and stability in the Indian Ocean Region (IOR), …
Read MoreINS Trikand Visit Strengthens India Tanzania Maritime Cooperation Why in the News ? The Indian Navy’s warship INS Trikand visited Dar es Salaam, Tanzania, as part of its deployment in the South West Indian Ocean Region. The visit aims to enhance maritime cooperation, interoperability, and strengthen India’s strategic ties under the MAHASAGAR vision, while promoting …
Read MoreINS Taragiri Boosts India’s Maritime Defence Capabilities Why in the News ? The Indian Navy commissioned INS Taragiri, a stealth frigate under Project 17A, at Visakhapatnam. The induction highlights India’s progress in indigenous defence manufacturing and strengthens its maritime security capabilities amid growing strategic importance of sea lanes. The project received necessary environmental clearances for …
Read MoreIndian Navy Hosts IMEX TTX Strengthening Maritime Cooperation Why in the News ? The Indian Navy conducted IMEX TTX 2026 at Kochi, bringing together multiple Indian Ocean Region (IOR) countries. The exercise gains significance as India assumes chairmanship of the Indian Ocean Naval Symposium (2026–2028), reinforcing its maritime leadership role while emphasizing environmental clearance protocols …
Read MoreINS Sudarshini Strengthens India–Oman Maritime Cooperation Why in the News ? The Indian Navy’s sail training ship INS Sudarshini made its first international port call at Salalah, Oman, as part of Lokayan 26, highlighting maritime diplomacy, professional naval engagement, and India’s efforts to deepen India–Oman strategic and people-to-people ties. This visit also underscores the …
Read MoreWhy in the News ? The Indian Coast Guard ship Adamya, first in a series of Adamya-class fast patrol vessels, was commissioned at Paradip Port, Odisha. With over 60% indigenous content, it highlights India’s Make in India initiative and boosts maritime defence and security capability. This development comes at a time when the nation is …
Read MoreIndia Strengthens Naval Ties with France, Mauritius Why in the News? The Indian Navy conducted joint exercises with France and Mauritius, enhancing maritime cooperation, regional security, and interoperability. These moves reflect India’s strategic focus on the Indian Ocean Region and its commitment to the MAHASAGAR vision for maritime collaboration. Such naval exercises also demonstrate India’s …
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 MoreWhy in the News ? On National Maritime Day, Defence Minister Rajnath Singh flagged off INS Sunayna as the Indian Ocean Ship SAGAR from Karwar Naval Base. This marks the 10th anniversary of the SAGAR initiative, highlighting India’s commitment to maritime security and regional cooperation. India Strengthens Maritime Diplomacy: Union Defence Minister Rajnath Singh flagged …
Read MoreSyllabus: GS-3: Internal Security India and neighbourhood relations. Why in the News? The 8th Indian Ocean Conference (IOC), held recently in Muscat, highlighted India’s maritime security concerns and role in the Indian Ocean Region (IOR). External Affairs Minister Jaishankar emphasized challenges such as the Middle East conflict, Houthi attacks on shipping routes, and Chinese assertiveness …
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