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Why in the news? The Indian Navy’s guided-missile destroyer INS Mumbai is participating in the fourth edition of Exercise LA PEROUSE, a multinational naval exercise aimed at enhancing maritime security and promoting regional cooperation in the Indo-Pacific region. Key Objectives and Activities The exercise emphasizes maritime surveillance, interdiction operations, and air operations to improve regional …
Read MoreSyllabus: GS-2: Government Policies & Interventions GS-3: Defence TechnologyIndigenization of Technology Focus: On January 15, 2024, Prime Minister Narendra Modi commissioned three major naval platforms — INS Surat, INS Nilgiri, and INS Vagsheer — built indigenously at Mazagon Dock. This milestone showcases India’s strides towards maritime self-reliance under the Atmanirbhar Bharat initiative. A Milestone for …
Read MoreWhy in the news? Mazagon Dock Shipbuilders Limited delivered INS Vaghsheer, the sixth and last Scorpene-class submarine, to the Indian Navy. Featuring advanced stealth and combat capabilities, it marks a significant milestone in India’s maritime defense achievements. About the delivery of INS Vaghsheer: The sixth and final Scorpene-class submarine, Vaghsheer, was handed over to the …
Read MoreWhy in the news? India and the U.S. have teamed up to co-produce sonobuoys for Undersea Domain Awareness (UDA) in the Indian Navy. These devices help detect and track submarines, enhancing naval defense and supporting scientific research in marine environments. India-U.S. Collaboration on Sonobuoys for UDA: India and the U.S. have announced a collaboration to …
Read MoreWhy in the News? India-U.S.: Announced collaboration on co-producing U.S. sonobuoys for the Indian Navy’s Undersea Domain Awareness (UDA). Purpose of Collaboration: Strengthen anti-submarine warfare capabilities and enhance India’s maritime security What are Sonobuoys? Advanced Devices: Electro-mechanical acoustic sensors for detecting, classifying, and tracking underwater vessels. Deployment Method: Dropped by naval helicopters or aircraft in …
Read MoreWhy in the news? On January 15, the Indian Navy will commission three significant platforms—Vagsheer submarine, Surat destroyer, and Nilgiri frigate—showcasing advancements in indigenous shipbuilding and bolstering India’s defense capabilities. Indian Navy to Induct Three Advanced Platforms on January 15: Key Platforms to be Commissioned On January 15, the Indian Navy will commission three key …
Read MoreWhy in the news? India and Italy announced a Joint Strategic Action Plan 2025-29, focusing on defence cooperation, classified information exchange, and enhanced maritime collaboration during the G-20 summit in Brazil. Key Agreements and Initiatives: India and Italy will negotiate a defence industrial roadmap to enhance bilateral military cooperation. A Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) is …
Read MoreWhy in the news? Sea Vigil-24, a nationwide coastal defence exercise, will engage multiple agencies and stakeholders on November 20-21, 2024, enhancing India’s maritime security and readiness against potential coastal threats. Overview of Sea Vigil-24 Coastal Defence Exercise: The Indian Navy is set to conduct Sea Vigil-24, the fourth edition of India’s national-level coastal defence …
Read MoreWhy in the news? Indian Navy’s INS Vela submarine arrived in Colombo for a three-day operational turnaround, reinforcing maritime cooperation between India and Sri Lanka under the ‘Neighbourhood First’ policy. About the Visit Details and Purpose: Indian Navy’s submarine INS Vela arrived in Colombo on a three-day visit. The submarine received a ceremonial welcome by …
Read MoreWhy in the news? The Indian Navy hosted the third MAHASAGAR edition, focusing on collaborative training with Indian Ocean Region nations to address shared maritime security challenges and enhance regional resilience. About MAHASAGAR: The Indian Navy hosted the third edition of MAHASAGAR on November 5, 2024, a high-level virtual interaction involving maritime leaders from Indian …
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