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Indian 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 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 MoreWhy in the news? Japanese Navy helicopters crash during training in the Pacific Ocean; one dead, seven missing. Search and rescue operations underway. About Japan Navy Helicopter Crash: Two Japanese navy helicopters, SH-60K choppers, carrying eight crew members crashed in the Pacific Ocean south of Tokyo during nighttime training. Defense Minister Minoru Kihara reported one …
Read MoreWhy in the news? Vice-Admiral Tripathi appointed as next Navy Chief, succeeding Admiral R. Hari Kumar, effective April 30, according to a government statement. About the Vice-Admiral Tripathi Appointed Next Navy Chief: Vice-Admiral Dinesh Kumar Tripathi named as the next Chief of the Naval Staff, succeeding Admiral R. Hari Kumar. Current Vice-Chief of the Navy, …
Read MoreWhy in the news? Navy Chief inaugurates new facilities at Karwar naval base, enhancing operational capabilities and strengthening maritime security efforts. source:worldmap About the Infrastructure Development: Navy Chief Admiral R. Hari Kumar unveiled a new 350-metre-long pier for Offshore Patrol Vessels (OPVs) and residential accommodations at Naval Base, Karwar. These additions are part of Phase …
Read MoreSyllabus: GS-2 -Institutions and its functioning GS-3– Security -Maritime piracy , International and bilateral aid GS-4– Ethics in international relations Why in News : INS Sumitra, over the course of less than 36 hours, through swift, persistent and relentless efforts has rescued two hijacked Fishing Vessels along with 36 Crew (17 Iranian and 19 Pakistani) …
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