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December 3, 2023
INS Kadmatt at Yokosuka, JapanINS Kadmatt, on a Long Range Operational Deployment to the North Pacific Ocean entered Yokosuka, Japan on December 2, 2023 for an Operational Turnaround (OTR).
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December 1, 2023
Chief of Defence Staff General Anil Chauhan inaugurates Tele-Mental Health Assistance and Networking Across States (Tele-MANAS) Cell at AFMC, PuneTele-MANAS Cell to serve as a central psychological helpline for all Armed Forces beneficiaries across country.
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December 1, 2023
Aatmanirbhar Bharat: iDEX-DIO signs 300th contract for Defence Innovation in the niche field of Design and Development of Advanced Gallium Nitride SemiconductorsInnovations for Defence Excellence (iDEX), the flagship initiative of the Department of Defence Production, has reached a milestone with the signing of its 300th contract.
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November 30, 2023
Defence Acquisition Council approves capital acquisition proposals worth 2.23 lakh crore to enhance the operational capabilities of the Armed ForcesThe Defence Acquisition Council (DAC), under the chairmanship of Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on November 30, 2023, accorded approval in respect of Acceptance of Necessity (AoNs) for various Capital Acquisition Proposals amounting to 2.23 lakh crore, of which, acquisition worth 2.20 lakh crore (98 per cent of total AoN amount) will be sourced from domestic industries.
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November 30, 2023
Delivery of Ammunition Cum Torpedo Cum Missile (ACTCM) Barge, LSAM 17 (Yard 127) Third Barge of 11 x ACTCM Barge Project at Naval Dockyard, Mumbai for NAD (Karanja)Third Ammunition Cum Torpedo Cum Missile (ACTCM) Barge, LSAM 17 (Yard 127) has been Delivered to Indian Navy on November 30, 2023 in presence of Shankar Mukharjee, INAS, AGM NAD (Karanja).
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November 30, 2023
Simultaneous Launch of 'Mahe, Malvan and Mangrol', First Three Ships of ASW SWC (CSL) Project at CSL, KochiMahe, Malvan and Mangrol, the first three ships of 08 x ASW Shallow Water Craft (CSL) project being built by CSL, Kochi for the Indian Navy, were launched on November 30, 2023 at CSL, Kochi.
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November 30, 2023
MAHASAGAR, 'Indian Navy's outreach initiative between Maritime Heads'MAHASAGAR also another word for vast ocean, is the Indian Navy's outreach initiative for a high level virtual interaction between Maritime Heads for Active Security And Growth for All in the Region.
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November 30, 2023
Defence Minister Rajnath Singh inaugurates 40th Coast Guard Commanders' Conference in New DelhiExhorts ICG to continue working with dedication & professionalism towards bolstering India's coastal defences & maritime capabilities
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November 30, 2023
Skill India joins hands with Indian Armed Force for a Resettlement Training Program for enhancing employability of Ex-servicemen PersonnelTo ensure the gainful Re-settlement of 70,000 Armed forces personnel after their Superannuation from the services
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November 30, 2023
Sikorsky Delivers First Replacement MH-60T Airframe to US Coast GuardFull rate production of 45 new rescue helicopter airframes underway
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November 30, 2023
GA-ASI and USMC Complete First MQ-9A WTI Training ClassGeneral Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc. (GA-ASI) and the U.S. Marine Corps (USMC) teamed up to conduct flight training for Marines that was completed on Oct. 29, 2023.
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November 29, 2023
Armed Forces Flag Day Fund CSR Conclave: Defence Minister Rajnath Singh exhorts corporate sector to contribute generously for well-being of ex-servicemen"Welfare of veterans is the collective responsibility of the entire nation"
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November 29, 2023
Indian Navy Operational Demonstration 2023 at SindhudurgIndian Navy will display its operational prowess and capabilities through an 'Operational Demonstration' covering a spectrum of naval operations by the ships and aircraft at the iconic Sindhudurg Fort on the western seaboard of India on December 4, 2023.
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November 29, 2023
Indian Coast Guard Offshore Patrol Vessel Sajag arrives at Muscat, Oman as part of overseas deployment to West AsiaThe Indian Coast Guard Ship Sajag, an Offshore Patrol Vessel, arrived at Port Sultan Qaboos, Muscat, Oman, on November 29, 2023, for a three-day visit as part of the overseas deployment of ICG ships to West Asia.
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November 29, 2023
Create a culture of quality manufacturing for India to become a net defence exporter: Defence Minister to Indian defence manufacturers at DRDO Quality ConclaveDefence Minister Rajnath Singh has called upon the Indian defence manufacturers to create a culture of quality in defence production, terming it as a prerequisite to compete in the international market.
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November 28, 2023
Defence Minister Rajnath Singh unveils crest of Project 15B stealth guided missile destroyer Yard 12706 (Imphal)The crest of Yard 12706 (Imphal), the third amongst the four Project 15B stealth guided missile destroyers, was unveiled by Defence Minister Rajnath Singh, in the presence of Manipur Chief Minister N. Biren Singh, in New Delhi on November 28, 2023.
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November 28, 2023
Ministry of Defence inks contract with Bharat Heavy Electricals Limited to procure 16 Upgraded Super Rapid Gun Mount & accessories worth 2956.89 crore for Indian NavyThe Ministry of Defence has signed a contract with Bharat Heavy Electricals Limited (BHEL), Haridwar on November 28 2023, for procurement of 16 Upgraded Super Rapid Gun Mount (SRGM) along with associated equipment/ accessories for Indian Navy under Buy (Indian) category at a total cost of 2956.89 crore.
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November 26, 2023
Indian Coast Guard conducts 9th National Level Pollution Response Exercise (NATPOLREX-IX) off Vadinar, GujaratThe 9th National Level Pollution Response Exercise (NATPOLREX-IX) was conducted by the Indian Coast Guard on November 25, 2023 off Vadinar, Gujarat.
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November 25, 2023
Passing Out Parade – Autumn Term 2023 Indian Naval Academy, EzhimalaIn a spectacular Passing out Parade (POP) held at Indian Naval Academy, Ezhimala, on Saturday, November 25, 2023, 158 trainees comprising Midshipmen of 105 Indian Naval Academy Course, cadets of 38 Naval Orientation Course...
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November 24, 2023
Merlinhawk Aerospace and Vega Composites to establish a Joint Venture in IndiaMerlinhawk Aerospace and Vega Composites have signed a Joint Venture agreement to establish a Composites manufacturing and design facility in the Defence Corridor in Tamil Nadu, India
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November 24, 2023
Portuguese Navy signs contract with Damen Shipyards for innovative Multi-Purpose VesselThe Portuguese Navy has contracted Damen Shipyards Group for the design, construction and outfitting of a state-of-the-art Multi-Purpose Vessel.
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November 23, 2023
Inter Command Ocean Sailing Race Flagged Off at KochiIn a celebration of maritime skill and adventure, the Indian Navy flagged off the second edition of Inter Command Ocean Sailing Race 2023 from Kochi to Goa in a spectacular ceremony at Naval Base, Kochi on November 22, 2023.
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November 22, 2023
INS Sumedha Mission Deployed at Maputo, MozambiqueAs a part of the ongoing Extended Operational Deployment to Africa, Indian Naval Ship Sumedha arrived at Maputo, Mozambique on November 21, 2023.
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November 22, 2023
Delivery of Missile Cum Ammunition (MCA) Barge, LSAM 9 (YARD 77)Third Barge of 08 x Missile Cum Ammunition (MCA) Barge Project on November 22, 2023 at Naval Dockyard, Mumbai for INS Tunir
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November 22, 2023
Best 9-month results in IAI's historyIAI record the highest-ever 9-month net income and gross profit in the Company's history with record-breaking sales of some $3,873 million in the nine months ended September 30, 2023, highest EBITDA ever recorded and a record-breaking order backlog of about $16.6 billion
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November 20, 2023
IAI signs agreements valued at $145M to deliver long range loitering munitionsIsrael Aerospace Industries (IAI) signed two separate agreements with two countries to deliver long range loitering munitions. The contracts' combined value is $145M.
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November 21, 2023
2nd Joint Working Group meeting of India-UK Electric Propulsion Capability Partnership held in New DelhiThe 2nd India-UK Electric Propulsion Capability Partnership Joint Working Group meeting took place in New Delhi on November 21, 2023.
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November 20, 2023
Defence Minister Rajnath Singh holds bilateral talks with his Australian counterpart Richard Marles in New DelhiDefence Minister Rajnath Singh held a bilateral meeting with Australian Deputy Prime Minister and Defence Minister Richard Marles in New Delhi on November 20, 2023.
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November 20, 2023
Launch of Missile Cum Ammunition (MCA) Barge, LSAM 10 (Yard 78)On November 20, 2023 at SECON Engineering Projects Pvt Ltd, Visakhapatnam
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November 17, 2023
Defence Minister holds talks with Minister of Defence of Timor-Leste in JakartaAssures India's continued support for development needs of Timor-Leste in defence sector
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November 17, 2023
GA-ASI Demonstrates Short Takeoff/Landing of UAS on UK CarrierGeneral Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc. (GA-ASI) conducted a first-of-its-kind demonstration of its short takeoff and landing (STOL) capability on the HMS Prince of Wales, a Royal Navy aircraft carrier, using the Mojave Unmanned Aircraft System.
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November 16, 2023
Indian Navy Completes Second Gulf of Guinea Anti Piracy Patrol INS Sumedha furthers India's National InterestsINS Sumedha is on an Extended Range Operational Deployment and is currently operating in the Atlantic Ocean along the West Coast of Africa.
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November 16, 2023
Launch of 'Amini', Fourth Ship of ASW SWC (GRSE) Project at L&T, Kattupalli'Amini', the 4th of 08 x ASW Shallow Water Craft (SWC) Project being built by GRSE for Indian Navy, was launched on November 16, 2023 at L&T, Kattupalli.
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November 6, 2023
Dubai Airshow 2023: Boeing to showcase innovations in sustainable aviation and its leading commercial, defense and services portfolioBoeing will show its market-leading commercial, defense and services portfolio at the 2023 Dubai Airshow, with its new widebody 777-9 jet appearing in the flying display.
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November 6, 2023
Crest Unveiling Ceremony Surat Indian Navy's Project 15B WarshipThe crest of Indian Navy's latest, under-construction, guided missile destroyer 'Surat', was unveiled by Bhupendra Patel, the Chief Minister of Gujarat...
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November 4, 2023
Maritime Security Meeting between Indian Navy and Sri Lankan NavyThe 33rd edition of annual IMBL meeting between the representatives of Navies and Coast Guards of India and Sri Lanka was held onboard INS Sumitra on Friday at the Indo – Sri Lanka Maritime Boundary Line off Point Calimere at Palk Bay.
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October 31, 2023
Israel Aerospace Industries salutes the IDF on the successful interception of a long-range ballistic missile by the "Arrow” missile defence systemIsrael Aerospace Industries (IAI) salutes the IDF on the successful interception of a long-range ballistic missile by the "Arrow" missile defence system.
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October 31, 2023
Goa Maritime Conclave (GMC) – 2023 ConcludesThe fourth edition of the Goa Maritime Conclave (GMC) was hosted by the Indian Navy from October 29–31, 2023 under the aegis of the Naval War College, Goa.
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October 31, 2023
Indian Navy Bids Farewell to IL 38 SD Long Range Maritime Patrol AircraftThe Indian Navy's Ilyushin-38 Sea Dragon Long Range Maritime Patrol aircraft bid farewell after 46 years of glorious service to the nation.
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October 31, 2023
South African Navy Naming Ceremony of 2nd Multi Mission Inshore Patrol VesselThe South African Navy proudly named the second (2nd) of three Multi Mission Inshore Patrol Vessels (MMIPVs) in Durban harbour on Friday.
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October 30, 2023
Multinational collaborative frameworks must to tackle maritime challenges of Indian Ocean Region: Defence Minister at 4th Goa Maritime ConclaveDefence Minister Rajnath Singh has called for establishing multinational collaborative mitigation frameworks in the Indian Ocean Region to effectively...
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October 30, 2023
Launch of DSC A 21 (Yard 326) Second Ship of 05 X Diving Support Craft (DSC) Project on October 30, 2023 at Titagarh Rail Systems Limited (TRSL), KolkataThe launch of 'DSC A 21', the second ship of 05 x Diving Support Craft (DSC) project, being built by Titagarh Rail Systems Ltd (TRSL), Kolkata for Indian Navy...
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October 30, 2023
Felicitation of Cdr Abhilash Tomy (Retd)Cdr Abhilash Tomy (Retd), the first Indian to successfully finish the Golden Globe Race (GGR) 2022, was felicitated by Admiral R. Hari Kumar, Chief of the Naval Staff, on October 30, 2023 at Goa in recognition of his historical achievement.
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October 28, 2023
Presentation Ceremony – Sardar KM Panikkar 'Nib' Essay CompetitionAdmiral R. Hari Kumar, the Chief of the Naval Staff (CNS) presented the maiden 'NIB' (Navy's Intellectual Beacon) to Cdr M. Arun Chakravarthy during a brief Presentation Ceremony at his chamber.
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October 28, 2023
Launch of 25T Bollard Pull Tug 'Mahabali' at M/s Shoft Shipyard Pvt Ltd, Bharuch, Gujarat25T Bollard Pull (BP) Tug, 'Mahabali' was launched by Cmde Sunil Kaushik, NM, WPS(Mbi) on October 28, 2023 at M/s Shoft Shipyard Pvt Ltd, Bharuch, Gujarat.
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October 27, 2023
Launch of Third ACTCM Barge, LSAM 17 (YARD 127) at M/s Suryadipta Projects Pvt Ltd, ThaneThird Ammunition Cum Torpedo Cum Missile (ACTCM) Barge, LSAM 17 (Yard 127) was launched by Cmde V Pravin, AWPS (Mbi) on October 27, 2023 at M/s Suryadipta Projects Pvt Ltd, Thane.
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October 27, 2023
ICG Subordinate Officers' Conclave 2023 held in New DelhiThe 6th Indian Coast Guard (ICG) Subordinate Officers' Conclave was organised in New Delhi on October 26 & 27, 2023. The theme of the conclave was 'Towards an Inclusive Approach'.
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October 26, 2023
Norway to Add Sikorsky MH-60R Helicopters for Critical Maritime MissionsThe US Navy awarded Lockheed Martin a contract to produce six multi-mission MH-60R Seahawk® helicopters for the Norwegian government.
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October 26, 2023
Gulf of Guinea: EU and India carry out maiden joint naval exerciseIndia and EU ships conducted joint activities in the Gulf of Guinea, in an effort to reinforce naval maritime security cooperation in support of the region.
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October 25, 2023
Curtain Raiser Goa Maritime Conclave (GMC) – 2023Indian Navy's Out reach Initiative for 'Harnessing Maritime thought'
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October 25, 2023
AINSC 2023: All India Nau Sainik Camp Showcases Excellence of Naval Wing Cadets of NCC at INS Shivaji, LonavalaMaiden Camp at Naval Base INS Shivaji aims towards Nation Building and youth empowerment.
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October 21, 2023
Celebration of India's rich military culture: Defence Minister inaugurates first Military Heritage Festival in New DelhiDefence Minister Rajnath Singh inaugurated the first edition of Indian Military Heritage Festival in New Delhi on October 21, 2023.
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October 20, 2023
Mid-Planning Conference for Multilateral Naval Exercise (MILAN) – 24The Mid Planning Conference (MPC) of MILAN 24 (Multilateral Naval Exercise - 2024), to be hosted by the Indian Navy at Visakhapatnam from February 19-27, 2024, was conducted by the Eastern Naval Command (ENC) with participating friendly foreign Navies over video conference on October 17, 2023.
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October 20, 2023
Third Project 15B Indigenous Destroyer Imphal Delivered to Indian NavyYard 12706 (Imphal), the third Project 15B stealth guided missile destroyer, being built at Mazagon Dock Shipbuilders Limited (MDL), was delivered to the Indian Navy on October 20, 2023.
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October 19, 2023
Delivery of Second MCA Barge, LSAM 8 (Yard 76)Contract for construction and delivery of 08 x Missile Cum Ammunition (MCA) Barge was concluded with M/s SECON Engineering Projects Pvt Ltd, Visakhapatnam, a MSME, in consonance with "Aatmanirbhar Bharat" initiatives of the Government of India.
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October 19, 2023
French Navy Ship Languedoc visits MumbaiFrench Navy Ship Languedoc, an Aquitaine class frigate, commanded by Captain Christine Ribbe, visited Mumbai from October 13-18, 2023, on a goodwill visit.
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October 18, 2023
Conduct of Operational Sea Training of South African Ship SAS Mendi by Team from Headquarters Sea Training, Indian NavyAn eight-member team from Headquarters Sea Training (HQST), Indian Navy (IN) undertook Operational Sea Training and Safety Audit of SAS Mendi, at Simons Town from October 2-13, 2023, in collaboration with South African Navy (SAN) Operational Sea Training Team (OST) Team.
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October 17, 2023
Defence Ministry signs contract for construction of the first Indian Coast Guard Training Ship with Mazagon Dock Shipbuilders Ltd, MumbaiThe Ministry of Defence signed a contract for the construction of one Training Ship for the Indian Coast Guard (ICG) with Mazagon Dock Shipbuilders Ltd (MDL)...
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October 16, 2023
Northrop Grumman Awarded Mine Detection Contract for the Republic of KoreaExpanded strategic partnership with Korea Aerospace Industries, Ltd. to supply Airborne Laser Mine Detection System to the Republic of Korea
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October 16, 2023
Ministry of Defence signs contract with Cochin Shipyard Limited for Mid Life Upgrade and Re-Powering of INS BeasThe Ministry of Defence signed a contract on October 16, 2023, in New Delhi for Mid Life Upgrade and Re-Powering of "INS Beas" with Kochi-based Cochin Shipyard Limited (CSL) at an overall cost of 313.42 crore.
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October 16, 2023
INS Sumedha at Lagos, NigeriaINS Sumedha made a port call at Lagos, Nigeria on October 13, 2023 as part of its deployment to Gulf of Guinea. The visit was aimed to further strengthen diplomatic relations, reinforce maritime co-operation, and boost interoperability between the two navies.
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October 14, 2023
Coastal Security Exercise – East Coast Sagar Kavach 02-23A two-day comprehensive Coastal Security Exercise Sagar Kavach 02/23 involving all maritime security agencies was conducted by the Indian Navy in Andhra Pradesh, Tamil Nadu and the UT of Puducherry from October 11-12, 2023.
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October 13, 2023
Eastern Arc Car Rally Flagged Off From VizagVice Adm Rajesh Pendharkar, Flag Officer Commanding-in-Chief, Eastern Naval Command, flagged off 'The Eastern Arc' Car Rally from Visakhapatnam on October 12, 2023.
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October 12, 2023
Lockheed Martin Receives Contract Award for Eight Spanish Navy MH-60R SEAHAWK HelicoptersLockheed Martin has received a contract from the US Navy to produce eight Sikorsky MH-60R Seahawk® helicopters for the Spanish Navy (Armada).
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October 12, 2023
ICG conducts 21st National Maritime Search and Rescue Board (NMSAR) meeting in KolkataThe 21st National Maritime Search and Rescue (NMSAR) Board meeting was held at Kolkata on October 12, 2023. The meeting was chaired by Director General Rakesh Pal, Indian Coast Guard (ICG) in his capacity as Chairman, NMSAR Board.
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October 12, 2023
DRDO's oceanographic research vessel 'INS Sagardhwani' embarks on Sagar Maitri Mission-4 to establish long-term scientific partnerships with Indian Ocean Rim countries in 'Ocean Research & Development'INS Sagardhwani, an oceanographic research vessel of Naval Physical & Oceanographic Laboratory (NPOL) of DRDO, embarked on a two-month long Sagar Maitri (SM) Mission-4 from South Jetty, Southern Naval Command (SNC), Kochi on October 12, 2023.
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October 12, 2023
Defence Minister & French Minister of Armed Forces hold 5th Annual Defence Dialogue in Paris; Focus on enhancing defence industrial cooperationDefence Minister Rajnath Singh conducted the 5th Annual Defence Dialogue with French Minister of Armed Forces Sebastien Lecornu in Paris late on October 11, 2023, before concluding his two-nation Europe tour.
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October 11, 2023
Annual Joint HADR Exercise 2023 – (CHAKRAVAT 2023) Concludes at GoaThe Annual Joint HADR Exercise 2023 (AJHE-23) 'CHAKRAVAT’ hosted by Indian Navy at Goa from October 9-11, 2023, concluded with a Multi-Agency Capability Demonstration at Mole Berth, within the Port of Mormugao, to showcase drills on rescue and relief.
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October 11, 2023
Admiral R. Hari Kumar, Chief of the Naval Staff Addresses the Station Commanders' Workshop at VisakhapatnamAdmiral R. Hari Kumar, Chief of the Naval Staff (CNS), along with Kala Hari Kumar, President Naval Welfare and Wellness Association (NWWA), arrived Visakhapatnam on a two-day visit to Eastern Naval Command on October 10, 2023.
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October 11, 2023
Defence Minister meets top Italian defence industry leaders in RomeIndia offers exciting opportunities for co-development & co-production; Complementary capacities of Indian & Italian defence industries could be optimised in a win-win situation: Rajnath Singh
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October 11, 2023
Defence Minister Rajnath Singh meets CEOs of top French defence companies in ParisDefence Minister Rajnath Singh, on October 11, 2023, visited the Safran Engine Division's R&D Centre at Gennevilliers near Paris, France during the second and final leg of his two-nation tour.
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October 11, 2023
Damen Naval contracts ABB to supply integrated power and distribution system for ASW FrigatesDamen Naval has chosen ABB to supply its Onboard DC Grid™ integrated power and distribution system to the new Anti-Submarine Warfare (ASW) Frigates.
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October 10, 2023
Defence Minister Rajnath Singh holds talks with Italian Defence Minister Guido Crosetto in Rome; Discusses opportunities in defence industrial cooperationAgreement signed to promote cooperation in varied defence domains, including security, R&D, co-development, co-production & setting up of joint ventures
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October 9, 2023
ENC Chief Reviews Operational Readiness of Eastern FleetVice Admiral Rajesh Pendharkar, Flag Officer Commanding-in-Chief, Eastern Naval Command reviewed the operational readiness of the Eastern Fleet at sea.
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October 9, 2023
Annual Joint HADR Exercise 2023 – (CHAKRAVAT 2023)The Annual Joint HADR Exercise (AJHE) is an outcome of PM's directive promulgated during Combined Commanders' Conference-2015. Since its first edition in 2015, the Annual Joint HADR Exercise, CHAKRAVAT, has transformed itself...
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October 7, 2023
Maiden 360 Degree Appraisal System in the Indian NavyThe women and men in whites are central to the Indian Navy's 'SHIPS FIRST' approach and will continue to remain its greatest asset in the foreseeable future.
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October 6, 2023
Vice Admiral Krishna Swaminathan assumes charge as Chief of Personnel Indian NavyVice Admiral Krishna Swaminathan assumed charge as Chief of Personnel on October 6, 2023. The Flag Officer was Commissioned into the Indian Navy on July 1, 1987 and is a specialist in Communication and Electronic Warfare.
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October 5, 2023
Damen Naval builds full Virtual Reality version of new Combat Support ShipThe new Combat Support Ship (CSS) Den Helder has not yet been delivered, but the crew can already get to know the ship thanks to an extensive Virtual Reality package.
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October 4, 2023
Major announcements by Defence Minister during the plenary session of 'Swavlamban 2.0'To promote 'Aatmanirbharta' in defence and innovation, a number of big-ticket announcements were made by Defence Minister Rajnath Singh...
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October 4, 2023
Northrop Grumman to Develop New Guided Ammunition for the US NavyThe US Navy has awarded Northrop Grumman Corporation a development contract for the company's newly designed 57mm guided high explosive ammunition.
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October 4, 2023
AUSA 2023: Steadicopter to Present Comprehensive Sensor-to-Shooter Solution Capabilities for Maneuvering Forces Utilizing its Unmanned Helicopters SystemsWith both the Golden Eagle and the Black Eagle, forces can achieve remote terrain dominance and pinpoint accurate lethal capability over land and sea.
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October 3, 2023
UVision Air launches revolutionary Hero-90: a portable tactical loitering munition system with anti-strike capabilities, for dismounted soldiersWith both the Golden Eagle and the Black Eagle, forces can achieve remote terrain dominance and pinpoint accurate lethal capability over land and sea.
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October 3, 2023
Northrop Grumman To Modernize Cockpit and Mission Solutions for E-2D Advanced HawkeyeNorthrop Grumman Corporation was awarded a contract by the US Navy to evolve the E-2D Advanced Hawkeye cockpit and computing architecture with Delta System Software Configuration 6 (DSSC 6) through 2028.
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October 2, 2023
First Training Squadron in Port Klang, MalaysiaAs part of the Indian Navy's long range deployment in South East Asia, the ships of First Training Squadron (1TS) – INS Tir, INS Sujata, and ICGS Sarathi arrived at Port Klang, Malaysia today.
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October 2, 2023
Northrop Grumman Successfully Powers US Navy's Trident II D5 Flight TestsPowered by Northrop Grumman Corporation's solid rocket motors, one Trident II D5 Submarine Launched Ballistic Missile (SLBM) was successfully flight tested as part of the US Navy's Demonstration and Shakedown Operation 32 (DASO-32) event.
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October 1, 2023
Vice Admiral Tarun Sobti assumed charge as Deputy Chief of Naval StaffVice Admiral Tarun Sobti assumed charge as Deputy Chief of the Naval Staff on October 1, 2023. Vice Admiral Tarun Sobti was commissioned into the Indian Navy on July 1, 1988 and is a Navigation and Direction Specialist.
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October 1, 2023
Indian Navy's outreach to schools in Delhi/ NCR regionCommemorating Navy Day 2023, Indian Navy is organising motivational talks for the schools located in Delhi/ NCR region. These talks coordinated by Naval Headquarters and involve interaction by officers across various streams / specialisations with the students, creating awareness about the Indian Navy as well as the career opportunities.
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September 30, 2023
SIMBEX 23 concludesIndian Naval Ships Ranvijay (guided-missile Destroyer), Kavaratti (ASW Corvette), submarine Sindhukesari and a long range Maritime Patrol Aircraft P8I participated in the 30th edition of Singapore India Maritime Bilateral Exercise (SIMBEX) in Singapore.
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September 29, 2023
First Training Squadron visit to Phuket, ThailandThe ships of First Training Squadron (1TS) comprising INS Tir, INS Sujata, INS Sudarshini and ICGS Sarathi visited Phuket, Thailand from September 25-28, 2023 as part of long range training deployment.
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September 25, 2023
Visit of Defence Secretary, Giridhar Aramane to MDLOn the occasion of ongoing celebrations of "Swachhta Hi Seva", Defence Secretary of India, Giridhar Aramane, IAS visited Mazagon Dock Shipbuilders Limited today.
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September 25, 2023
Long Range Training Deployment of First Training Squadron to South East AsiaThe ships of First Training Squadron (1TS) - INS Tir, INS Sujata, Sail Training Ship Sudarshini and CGS Sarathi are presently on a long Range training deployment to South East Asia.
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September 25, 2023
Indian Navy Flags Off 'Khamree Mo Sikkim' Car RallyIn continuation with the vision of national leadership towards developing remote areas, the Indian Navy has embarked on a multifaceted outreach program to strengthen connect with the North Eastern states of India.
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September 24, 2023
Chief of Defence Staff visits Karwar Naval Base & aircraft carrier INS VikramadityaChief of Defence Staff (CDS) General Anil Chauhan visited the Naval Base at Karwar and aircraft carrier INS Vikramaditya on September 23, 2023.
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September 24, 2023
Visit of Admiral R. Hari Kumar, Chief of the Naval Staff, to USAAdmiral R. Hari Kumar, Chief of the Naval Staff (CNS) attended the 25th International Seapower Symposium (ISS) in the United States from September 19-22, 2023.
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September 23, 2023
Launch of Third MCA Barge, LSAM 9 (Yard 77) at M/s SECON Engineering Projects Pvt Ltd, VisakhapatnamThird Missile Cum Ammunition (MCA) Barge, Yard 77 (LSAM 9) was launched by Cmde G. Ravi, Warship Production Superintendent (Visakhapatnam) on September 22, 2023 at Guttenadeevi, East Godavari, Andhra Pradesh (launch site of M/s SECON).
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September 22, 2023
INS Nireekshak departs TrincomaleeIndian Navy's Diving Support and Submarine Rescue Vessel, INS Nireekshak departed Trincomalee on September 21, 2023 after a week long Dive Training exercise with the Sri Lanka Navy.
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September 22, 2023
MoU between Indian Navy (IN) and Indian Institute of Science (IISC) BengaluruA Memorandum of Understanding between Indian Navy (IN) and Indian institute of Science (IISc), Bengaluru was signed at New Delhi for technical collaboration and joint research & development.
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September 22, 2023
Indian Naval Ship Sahyadri participates in the maiden India-Indonesia-Australia trilateral Maritime ExerciseIndian Navy's indigenously built warship INS Sahyadri, mission deployed in Indo-Pacific, participated in the maiden trilateral Maritime Partnership Exercise with the ships and aircraft from the Royal Australian Navy (RAN) and Indonesian Navy from September 20-21, 2023.
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September 21, 2023
ICG Pollution-Control Vessel 'Samudra Prahari' carries out Pollution Response Table-Top exercise with Thai officials at Khlong Toei Port in BangkokHighlighting India's maritime expertise and commitment towards addressing shared challenges, particularly marine pollution, Indian Coast Guard (ICG)...
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September 20, 2023
Indian Naval Ships, Submarine & LRMP Aircraft Reach Singapore to Participate in SIMBEX 23Indian Naval Ships Ranvijay and Kavaratti and submarine INS Sindhukesari arrived in Singapore to participate in the 30th edition of the SIMBEX...
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September 18, 2023
A US delegation interacts with iDEX team at IIT Delhi; iDEX winners & defence innovation start-ups showcase cutting-edge dual-use technologiesiDEX has revolutionised defence innovation ecosystem in India; Procurement of advanced technologies be given due consideration under INDUS-X, says Under Secretary (Research & Engineering), US Department of Defence
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September 18, 2023
10th meeting of India-Malaysia Joint Sub-Committee on Defence Science, Technology & Industry Cooperation held in New DelhiThe 10th meeting of India-Malaysia Joint Sub-Committee on Defence Science, Technology and Industry Cooperation was held in New Delhi on September 18, 2023.
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September 18, 2023
Coastal security drill 'Operation Sajag' conducted by Indian Coast Guard along the west coast'Operation Sajag', a drill involving all stakeholders of the coastal security construct, was conducted by the Indian Coast Guard along the west coast on September 18, 2023.
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September 18, 2023
2nd Edition of Indian Navy's Naval Innovation and Indigenisation Seminar (Swavlamban-2023)The 2nd Edition of the Indian Navy's Naval Innovation and Indigenisation (NIIO) Seminar - 'Swavlamban 2023' is scheduled to be conducted on October 4-5, 2023.
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September 17, 2023
ENC undertakes Beach Cleanup Drive on International Coastal Cleanup Day and Puneet Sagar AbhiyaanThe 38th International Coastal Clean-up (ICC) Day and Puneet Sagar Abhiyaan (PSA) were conjointly celebrated by the Eastern Naval Command on September 16, 2023.
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September 17, 2023
Sri Lankan NDC delegation visits MumbaiA 21-member delegation from National Defence College, Sri Lanka, visited Mumbai from September 15-17, 2023, as part of the international collaborative study package.
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September 16, 2023
Maritime Information Sharing Workshop 2023The Maritime Information Sharing Workshop (MISW), hosted by the Information Fusion Centre – Indian Ocean Region (IFC-IOR) in Gurugram from September 14-16, 2023, marked a significant milestone in fostering collaboration among maritime security stakeholders in the region.
