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INDIA’S FOREIGN POLICY MUST LOOK SEAWARD Why in the News? The recent conflict in West Asia has exposed the vulnerability of Indian seafarers working aboard commercial vessels operating in conflict zones. Since February 28, at least 14 Indians have been killed in attacks linked to the West Asia conflict, including eight Indian seafarers. On July …
Read MoreIndia Must Secure Bab-el-Mandeb Through Maritime Leadership Syllabus: GS-2: Government Policies & Interventions GS-3: Various Security Forces & Agencies & Their Mandate, Security Challenges & their Management in Border AreasInfrastructure Why in the News ? Rising tensions in West Asia have shifted global attention from the Strait of Hormuz to the Strait of Bab el-Mandeb, …
Read MoreHormuz Conflict Reshapes Iran–United States Maritime Strategic Competition Syllabus: GS-2: Groupings & Agreements Involving India and/or Affecting India’s Interests, Effect of Policies & Politics of Countries on India’s Interests, International Treaties & Agreements Why in the News ? The second phase of the Iran–U.S. conflict has shifted from direct military confrontation to a strategic …
Read MoreGovernment Launches Seafarer-First Initiative For Maritime Safety Why in News ? The Union Government has launched the ‘Seafarer-First’ initiative to safeguard Indian seafarers operating in the Persian Gulf, Strait of Hormuz, and Gulf of Oman following recent attacks on merchant vessels that resulted in casualties and injuries among Indian crew members, reinforcing India’s commitment to …
Read MoreAMIT SHAH REVIEWS ROLLOUT OF BUREAU OF PORT SECURITY (BoPS) Why in the News? Coastal Security Review: Union Home Minister Amit Shah reviewed the progress of establishing the Bureau of Port Security (BoPS) and directed measures to strengthen India’s coastal and port security architecture, aligning with the country’s broader Indo-Pacific strategy. Key Directives: The government …
Read MoreINS MAHENDRAGIRI (F38) COMMISSIONED INTO THE INDIAN NAVY Why in the News? Major Naval Induction: The Indian Navy has commissioned its sixth Project 17A indigenous stealth frigate, INS Mahendragiri (F38), into the Eastern Fleet at Visakhapatnam. Aatmanirbhar Milestone: The induction strengthens India’s indigenous warship-building capability, enhances maritime security, and advances the Aatmanirbhar Bharat initiative in …
Read MoreAUKUS Countries to Develop Advanced Underwater Drone Technology The United States, United Kingdom and Australia have announced a new partnership to develop advanced underwater drone technology under the AUKUS defence pact. The announcement was made during the Shangri-La Dialogue in Singapore, one of Asia’s major security forums. These underwater drones are officially known as Uncrewed …
Read MoreIndia and Australia Strengthen Defence Cooperation in the Indo-Pacific India and Australia have agreed to further strengthen defence cooperation for a free, open, peaceful, stable and prosperous Indo-Pacific, with emphasis on sustainable development and environmental democracy. The issue was discussed during the Second India–Australia Defence Ministers’ Dialogue, held in New Delhi on 1 June 2026. …
Read MoreQUAD Strengthens Indo-Pacific Security And Strategic Cooperation Framework Why in the News ? The QUAD Foreign Ministers’ Meeting held in New Delhi reviewed progress on Indo-Pacific cooperation and launched the Indo-Pacific Maritime Surveillance Collaboration. The grouping also reaffirmed its commitment to counter-terrorism, critical technologies, maritime security, and a free and open Indo-Pacific region. Key Outcomes …
Read MoreIndia And U.S. Stress Secure Maritime Trade Routes Why in the News ? During the visit of U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio to India, both countries emphasised the need for safe and unimpeded maritime commerce, particularly amid tensions in the Strait of Hormuz and disruptions caused by the West Asia conflict. India-U.S. Strategic Partnership …
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