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Taragiri Stealth Frigate Delivered to Indian Navy Why in the News ? The Indian Navy has received Taragiri, the fourth Nilgiri-Class (Project 17A) stealth frigate, marking a major step in Aatmanirbharta in warship building. Delivered in Mumbai, the advanced platform enhances India’s maritime capability and continues the Navy’s rapid induction of P17A ships. Key Features …
Read MoreStrengthening Europe–Indo-Pacific Partnership for Shared Resilience Syllabus: GS Paper – 2 Important International Institutions ,Effect of Policies & Politics of Countries on India’s Interests ,India and its Neighbourhood Why in the News ? The 4th EU–Indo-Pacific Ministerial Forum is being held in Brussels, marking a renewed push to deepen cooperation between Europe and Indo-Pacific nations. …
Read MoreIran Seizes Oil Tanker Amid Escalating Regional Tensions Why in the News? Iran has seized a Marshall Islands–flagged oil tanker, the Talara, in the Strait of Hormuz, marking the first major interception in months. The incident heightens tensions following Iran–Israel clashes and continued US surveillance in the strategic Persian Gulf waterway, contributing to global uncertainties, …
Read MoreIndian 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: …
Read MoreIndian Navy to Commission Indigenous Vessel Ikshak Why in the News ? The Indian Navy will commission the indigenous survey vessel Ikshak at Naval Base Kochi on December 6, 2025. The vessel, built by Garden Reach Shipbuilders & Engineers (GRSE), highlights India’s progress toward self-reliance and advanced naval capability. This development aligns with various regulatory …
Read MoreINDIAN COAST GUARD LAUNCHES TWO ADVANCED FAST PATROL VESSELS Why in the News? Recent Launch: The Indian Coast Guard (ICG) has launched two Advanced Fast Patrol Vessels (FPVs) — ICG Ship Ajit and ICG Ship Aparajit — at Goa Shipyard Limited. Series Completion: These vessels are the seventh and eighth in a series of eight …
Read MoreIndian Coast Guard Conducts 10th Pollution Response Exercise Why in the News? The Indian Coast Guard (ICG) will conduct the 10th National Level Pollution Response Exercise (NATPOLREX-X) off the Chennai coast to evaluate India’s preparedness against marine oil spills and strengthen inter-agency coordination in marine environmental protection and disaster response. This exercise aligns with the …
Read MoreIndia-UK Naval Exercise ‘KONKAN-2025’ Begins off West Coast Why in the News? The bilateral naval exercise KONKAN-2025 between the Indian Navy and the Royal Navy commenced off the western coast of India. The exercise aims to enhance maritime cooperation, strengthen the India-UK Comprehensive Strategic Partnership, and promote a free, open, and secure Indo-Pacific region, while …
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 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 …
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