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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.
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September 16, 2023
INS Nireekshak arrives Trincomalee for joint dive trainingINS Nireekshak, the Diving Support and Submarine Rescue Vessel of the Indian Navy arrived at the port of Trincomalee Sri Lanka on September 14, 2023 to undertake IN-SLN joint dive training.
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September 16, 2023
Indian Coast Guard Ship Samudra Prahari on an overseas deployment to ASEAN countries as part of India's initiative for Marine Pollution Response in the region13 NCC cadets onboard to participate in Puneet Sagar Abhiyan in the region
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September 15, 2023
Another boost to Atmanirbharta in DefenceDAC approves AoN for nine capital acquisition proposals for the Armed Forces worth 45,000 crore
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September 15, 2023
Navantia's AIP successfully performs factory acceptance testsNavantia has successfully completed the factory acceptance tests of the AIP BEST (Bio-Ethanol Stealth Technology) system for the S-80 submarines, in a testing facility unique in the world.
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September 14, 2023
Northrop Grumman MQ-4C Triton Achieves Initial Operating Capability with the US NavyNorthrop Grumman Corporation's multi-intelligence MQ-4C Triton uncrewed aircraft achieved a declaration of initial operating capability (IOC) by the US Navy.
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September 13, 2023
Admiral Mohd Nazmul Hassan, Chief of the Naval Staff, Bangladesh Navy, visit to IndiaAdmiral M Nazmul Hassan, Chief of the Naval Staff, Bangladesh Navy, is on a five days official visit to India, from September 12-16, 2023.
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September 12, 2023
Curtain Raiser: Maritime Information Sharing Workshop 2023Gurugram, India takes centre stage as the regional maritime security community gathers for the Maritime Information Sharing Workshop 2023 (MISW 23).
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September 11, 2023
MoU between Indian Navy and UberThe Indian Navy signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with M/s Uber in the presence of Admiral R. Hari Kumar, Chief of the Naval Staff, Kala Hari Kumar, President NWWA and Abhinav Mittoo, Senior Country Manager, Uber for Business, Under India South Asia and Egypt.
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September 11, 2023
Curtain Raiser: Keel Laying Ceremony of Stitched Ship Reviving the Ancient Indian Maritime TraditionIndia's rich maritime tradition, dating back several millennia, is set to come alive once again with the revival of an ancient maritime marvel – the stitched ship.
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September 10, 2023
Indian Coast Guard participates in 19th Heads of Asian Coast Guard Agencies Meeting (HACGAM) in Istanbul, TürkiyeIndian Coast Guard participated in the 19th Heads of Asian Coast Guard Agencies Meeting (HACGAM) from September 5-8, 2023 at Istanbul, Türkiye.
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September 9, 2023
G20 THINQ The Indian Navy Quiz - Sail Beyond HorizonThe extraordinary G20 THINQ event, organized jointly by the G20 Secretariat, Indian Navy and the Navy Welfare and Wellness Association (NWWA), promises to provide thousands of young minds a stimulating intellectual experience on a national and international scale.
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September 9, 2023
Indian Navy provides assistance during Champions Boat Race at Kannur, KeralaThe Indian Navy provided timely assistance during Champions Boat League Race held at Dharmadom, Kannur District of Kerala today. During the course of race, one of the boats carrying participants got flooded and toppled in water.
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September 8, 2023
21st Edition India France Bilateral Naval Exercise 'Varuna' - 2023Phase Il of the 21st edition of Varuna (Varuna-23) bilateral exercise between Indian and French Navy was conducted in the Arabian Sea.
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September 7, 2023
Delivery of second ACTCM Barge, LSAM 16 (Yard 126)Contract for construction and delivery of Eleven Ammunition Barges was concluded with M/s Suryadipta Projects Pvt Ltd, Thane, a MSME, in consonance with "Aatmanirbhar Bharat" initiatives of the Government of India.
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September 7, 2023
INS Sumedha at Alexandria, Egypt for Exercise BRIGHT STAR-23INS Sumedha arrived at Port Alexandria, Egypt on September 6, 2023 to participate in 'Exercise BRIGHT STAR-23'. This edition of the multinational Tri-Services military exercise will see participation from 34 countries.
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September 7, 2023
Visit of RTN delegation to Warship Design Bureau (WDB)A Three-member delegation from the Royal Thailand Navy visited Warship Design Bureau (WDB), of the Indian Navy on September 4-5, 2023 at New Delhi.
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September 6, 2023
Navy Children School Delhi Celebrates Teachers' DayVAdm Suraj Berry, Chief of Personnel, attended Teachers' Day celebrations at NCS Delhi on September 5, 2023 as Chief Guest. Others present on the occasion were VAdm K Swaminathan, Controller Personnel Services, Commodore G Rambabu...
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September 6, 2023
Orbit unveils its multi-purpose SATCOM terminals for unmanned surface vehicles and small vesselsThe compact MPT-30 (12'') and MPT-46 (18'') systems will provide continuous connectivity even far out at sea.
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September 5, 2023
Visit of Brazilian Navy DelegationA Brazilian Navy delegation led by Admiral José Augusto Vieira da Cunha de Menezes, Chief of General Staff visited New Delhi and met Vice Admiral Sanjay J. Singh, Vice Chief of the Naval Staff on September 5, 2023.
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September 4, 2023
IAI @ DSEI 2023, LondonIsrael Aerospace Industries will be present at the DSEI 2023 exhibition in London with its latest products.
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September 4, 2023
Naval Commanders' Conference - 2023/02 Inaugural Session – Interaction with Minister of State for DefenceAjay Bhatt, Minister of State for Defence interacted with the Senior Naval Leadership during the Bi-annual Naval Commanders Conference which commenced at New Delhi on September 4, 2023.
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September 3, 2023
BEL & IAI sign MoU, to tap opportunities in Short Range Air Defence Systems' domainNavratna Defence PSU Bharat Electronics Limited (BEL) and Israel Aerospace Industries (IAI), Israel's leading aerospace and defence company, have inked an MoU for co-operation in addressing India's requirements in the domain of Short Range Air Defence Systems.
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September 3, 2023
INS Delhi departs Sri Lanka on completion of two day visitINS Delhi departed Colombo, Sri Lanka on September 3, 2023, after a two-day visit to the port city.
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September 3, 2023
Curtain Raiser Naval Commanders' Conference 2023/2The second edition of Naval Commanders' Conference of 2023 is scheduled at New Delhi from September 4-6, 2023.
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September 2, 2023
G20 THINQ The Indian Navy Quiz – Sail Beyond HorizonTo commemorate Azadi ka Amrit Mahotsav, Indian Navy had scaled up the Inter School Quiz competitions held at various stations to a National Level School Quiz Competition – The Indian Navy Quiz (THINQ).
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September 1, 2023
Successful conduct of visit of UAE Navy SME Delegation to Indian Navy (IN) Facilities August 27 to September 1, 2023A three member UAE Navy Subject Matter Expert (SME) Delegation led by Colonel Dr Ali Saif Ali Mehrazi successfully completed professional interaction...
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September 1, 2023
Launch of Y-12654 (Mahendragiri)Mahendragiri, the seventh Stealth Frigate of Project 17A being built at MDL, was launched today at the shipyard by Dr Sudesh Dhankhar, wife of Vice President of India, Jagdeep Dhankhar.
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September 1, 2023
Visit of INS Delhi to Colombo, Sri LankaINS Delhi, Indian Navy's first indigenously designed and built guided missile destroyer, arrived at Colombo on September 1, 2023. The ship is on a two-day visit that coincides with the visit by the Defence Minister Rajnath Singh to Sri Lanka.
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August 31, 2023
Indian Navy steps up preparations for Sagar Parikrama IVThe Indian Navy signalled the formal commencement of its preparations for Sagar Parikrama IV at Goa on August 27, 2023. As part of the same, the Ocean Sailing Node signed a Memorandum of Agreement with Cdr Abhilash Tomy (Retd), the ace circumnavigator and Golden Globe Race hero...
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August 31, 2023
Launch of 'DSC A 20 (Yard 325)' First Ship of 05 x Diving Support Craft (DSC) Project August 31, 2023 at M/s Titagarh Rail Systems (TRSL), Kolkata'DSC A 20' (Yard 325), the first ship of Five (05) Diving Support Craft (DSC) project being built by M/s Titagarh Rail Systems Ltd (TRSL), Kolkata...
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August 31, 2023
FN Herstal launches a new versatile weapon mount for land and sea platformsFN Herstal is pleased to announce that its new Multi Weapon Mount has been fully MIL-STD certified and is ready for service. It joins a wide range of high-performance products in FN Herstal's Air, Land and Sea Weapon Systems catalogue.
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August 30, 2023
Curtain Raiser Launch of Y-12654 (Mahendragiri)Mahendragiri, the last Project 17A Frigate, will be launched by Dr Sudesh Dhankhar, wife of Vice President of India, Jagdeep Dhankhar, at M/s Mazagon Dock Shipbuilders Limited, Mumbai on September 1, 2023.
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August 30, 2023
Damen Triton and British Royal Navy announce collaborationDamen Digital Solutions, the digital services division of Damen Shipyards Group, and the British Royal Navy's innovation programme NavyX are pleased to announce an active collaboration.
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August 30, 2023
Enhancing Maritime SATCOM Security: Orbit Integrates NetShroud+ Cyber Solution into OceanTRx MIL SystemsDesigned to prevent cyberattacks on antennas, NetShroud+ enables continuous communication in any situation, even in the middle of the sea.
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August 29, 2023
Visit of UAE Navy SME Delegation to Indian Navy Facilities
A three member UAE Navy Subject Matter Expert Delegation led by Colonel Dr Ali Saif Ali Mehrazi arrived India on August 27, 2023 for four day visit to specialised Meteorology, Oceanography and Weather Modelling units of Indian Navy (IN) at Kochi, Goa and New Delhi.
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August 26, 2023
INS Sunayna visit to port of Durban, South Africa
INS Sunayna visited port of Durban, South Africa from August 21-25, 2023 reinforcing India's ties with the maritime partners towards and in accordance with Prime Minister's vision of Security and Growth for All in the Region (SAGAR).
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August 26, 2023
5th edition of AUSINDEX–23 at Sydney5th edition of biennial AUSINDEX maritime exercise between Indian Navy and Royal Australian Navy (RAN) was conducted from August 22-25, 2023 at Sydney, Australia.
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August 25, 2023
Keel Laying Ceremony of 04 Coast Guard FPVs and Inauguration of GSL Integrated Stores Complex
Goa Shipyard Limited witnessed the Keel Laying Ceremony of 04 Coast Guard FPVs and Inauguration of GSL Integrated Stores Complex on August 25, 2023 at the hands of Giridhar Aramane, IAS, Defence Secretary in the presence...
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August 24, 2023
Conclave-cum-Symposium on self reliance in Missile Technology held at VisakhapatnamThe Missile Technology Conclave-cum-Symposium themed 'Aatmanirbharta in Missile Repairs & Indigenisation Technologies (AMRIT-2023)', was organised by INS Kalinga at Samudrika Auditorium, Naval Base, Visakhapatnam on August 23, 2023.
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August 24, 2023
US Navy Awards Sikorsky Contract to Build 35 CH-53K® HelicoptersThe US Navy awarded Sikorsky, a Lockheed Martin company, a $2.7 billion contract to build and deliver 35 additional CH-53K® helicopters – the largest procurement to date for this multi-mission aircraft.
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August 24, 2023
DAC approves proposals worth 7,800 crore to enhance operational capabilities of the Armed ForcesA Defence Acquisition Council (DAC) meeting, held under the chairmanship of Defence Minister Rajnath Singh, accorded Acceptance of Necessity (AoN) for capital acquisition proposals worth approximately 7,800 crore on August 24, 2023.
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August 23, 2023
Signing of SOP on White Shipping Information Exchange Between Indian Navy and Philippine Coast GuardAdmiral R. Hari Kumar, Chief of the Naval Staff and CG Admiral Artemio M Abu, Commandant of Philippine Coast Guard signed the Standard Operating Procedure (SOP) for exchange of White Shipping Information on August 23, 2023.
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August 22, 2023
Indian Coast Guard signs MoU with Philippines Coast Guard on enhanced maritime cooperation; holds the first bilateral meetIn a significant step towards bolstering the bilateral cooperation between India and Philippines, Indian Coast Guard has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Philippine Coast Guard (PCG) on enhanced maritime cooperation.
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August 22, 2023
Inauguration of 600 residential accommodation at Naval Base Karwar by Chief of Naval StaffAdmiral R Hari Kumar, Chief of the Naval Staff visited Naval Base Karwar on August 21, 2023. During the visit, CNS inaugurated two residential buildings comprising 600 flats at Amadhalli and Arga Naval Base each in the presence of large number of families of naval personnel and defence civilians.
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August 22, 2023
INS Sunayna enters Durban, South AfricaINS Sunayna entered port of Durban, South Africa on August 21, 2023. The ship undertook passage exercise with South African Navy Ship SAS King Sekhukhune I off Durban. Post exchange of pleasantries at sea, the ship entered Durban harbour.
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August 21, 2023
Exercise Malabar-23 concludesThe 27th edition of Exercise Malabar, concluded on the East Coast of Australia off Sydney on August 21, 2023. The exercise saw participation of Ships, Submarines and aircraft from the Indian Navy (IN), Royal Australian Navy (RAN), Japan Maritime Self Defence Force (JMSDF) and the US Navy (USN).
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August 19, 2023
INS Vagir on an Extended Range Deployment to Fremantle, AustraliaINS Vagir, an Indian Navy (IN) submarine, is on an extended-range deployment. The deployment commenced in June 2023 and Vagir will reach Fremantle, Australia on August 20, 2023.
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August 18, 2023
Launch of Second MCA Barge, Yard 76 (LSAM 8) at M/s SECON Engineering Projects Pvt Ltd, VisakhapatnamSecond Missile Cum Ammunition (MCA) Barge, Yard 76 (LSAM 8) was launched by Cmde G. Ravi, Warship Production Superintendent (Visakhapatnam) on August 18, 2023 at Guttenadeevi, East Godavari, Andhra Pradesh (launch site of M/s SECON Engineering Projects Pvt Ltd).
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August 17, 2023
Launch of Y-3024 (Vindhyagiri)Vindhyagiri, the sixth Stealth Frigate of Project 17A being built at GRSE, was launched today at the shipyard by the President of India, Droupadi Murmu. As Vindhyagiri descended into the waters of river Hoogly, a wave of euphoria swept across the gathering.
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August 14, 2023
List of Gallantry Awards to Indian Naval Personnel Approved by President Droupadi Murmu on the eve of Independence Day 2023President Droupadi Murmu, has approved following Gallantry awards to Indian Navy personnel on the eve of Independence Day 2023.
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August 13, 2023
Launch of Y-3024 (Vindhyagiri) on August 17, 2023Vindhyagiri, a Project 17A Frigate, will be launched by the President of India Droupadi Murmu, at Garden Reach Shipbuilders and Engineers Limited, Kolkata on August 17, 2023.
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August 13, 2023
Visit of United States Congressional Delegation to WNCA two-member United States Congressional delegation, visited Headquarters, Western Naval Command, Mumbai on August 11, 2023. The delegation included Representatives Rohit Khanna and Deborah Ross accompanied by Dr. Vikram Krishnamoorthy, Under Secretary, Ministry of External Affairs, New Delhi.
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August 12, 2023
Indian Navy Participates in Bilateral Naval Maritime Partnership Exercise with UAE NavyTwo Indian Naval Ships INS Visakhapatnam and INS Trikand, under the command of Rear Admiral Vineet McCarty, Flag Officer Commanding Western Fleet, arrived at Port Rashid, Dubai on August 8, 2023 to participate in a bilateral Naval Maritime Partnership Exercise with the UAE Navy.
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August 10, 2023
MALABAR-2023 at Sydney, AustraliaIndian Navy's indigenous frontline warships INS Sahyadri and INS Kolkata will participate in Exercise MALABAR 2023 scheduled at/ off Sydney from August 11-21, 2023 along with ships and aircraft from the US Navy (USN), Japan Maritime Self Defence Force (JMSDF) and the Royal Australian Navy (RAN).
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August 9, 2023
Visit of Indian Ships to Port Rashid Dubai (August 8-11, 2023)Indian Navy's frontline platforms INS Visakhapatnam and INS Trikand under the Command of RAdm Vineet McCarty, Flag Officer Commanding Western Fleet, are visiting the port Rashid, Dubai from August 8-11, 2023.
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August 8, 2023
Commander (Eastern Seaboard) S. Paramesh appointed as Additional Director General Coast GuardCommander (Eastern Seaboard) S. Paramesh has been appointed as Additional Director General Coast Guard at Indian Coast Guard Headquarters, New Delhi.
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August 4, 2023
Indian Navy hosts Prime Minister of Papua New Guinea onboard INS Sahyadri and INS Kolkata at Port MoresbyINS Sahyadri and INS Kolkata on a deployment to the Eastern IOR had the honour and privilege of receiving Prime Minister of Papua New Guinea (PNG) James Marape during their port call to Port Moresby.
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August 3, 2023
Port call of INS Sahyadri and INS Kolkata to Port Moresby, Papua New GuineaIndian Naval Ships Sahyadri and Kolkata, mission deployed in the Eastern IOR, arrived at Port Moresby on August 2, 2023, for enhancing maritime partnership and cooperation with Papua New Guinea.
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August 1, 2023
Vice Admiral Rajesh Pendharkar takes over as the Flag Officer Commanding-in-Chief, ENCVice Admiral Rajesh Pendharkar assumed charge as the Flag Officer Commanding-in-Chief (FOC-in-C), Eastern Naval Command (ENC) at an impressive Ceremonial Parade held at the Naval Base here today, August 1, 2023.
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August 1, 2023
Shantanu Roy takes charge as CMD of BEML LimitedShantanu Roy has assumed charge as the next Chairman & Managing Director (CMD) of BEML Limited, a Schedule 'A' company under the Ministry of Defence.
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July 31, 2023
ENC bids adieu to Vice Admiral Biswajit Dasgupta on SuperannuationEastern Naval Command (ENC) bid adieu to Vice Admiral Biswajit Dasgupta, Flag Officer Commanding-in-Chief (FOC-in-C) ENC on his superannuation on July 31, 2023 at an impressive Ceremonial Parade held at the Naval Base Visakhapatnam.
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July 31, 2023
Chief of the Naval Staff visit to Oman (July 31 – August 2, 2023)Admiral R. Hari Kumar, Chief of the Naval Staff, is on a three-day official visit to the Sultanate of Oman from July 31 – August 2, 2023. The visit aims to consolidate existing bilateral defence relations and high-level discussions with military leadership of the Sultanate of Oman.
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July 31, 2023
Rear Admiral Deepak Kumar Goswami takes charge as the Admiral Superintendent, Naval Dockyard, MumbaiRear Admiral Deepak Kumar Goswami took charge as the Admiral Superintendent, Naval Dockyard (ASD), Mumbai on July 31, 2023 from Rear Admiral KP Arvindan, AVSM, VSM.
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July 29, 2023
INS Khanjar arrives at TrincomaleeIndian Naval Ship Khanjar, mission deployed in the Southern IOR, arrived at Trincomalee, Sri Lanka for an operational turnaround. The ship was accorded a customary welcome by the Sri Lanka Navy.
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July 26, 2023
Damen Marine Components awarded contract to supply energy efficient steering equipment to Chilean NavyWärtsilä has awarded Damen Marine Components (DMC) a contract to provide steering equipment to two Landing Platform Docks (LPD) of the Chilean Navy being built at ASMAR.
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July 22, 2023
Visit of Admiral R. Hari Kumar, Chief of the Naval Staff, to VietnamAdmiral R. Hari Kumar, Chief of the Naval Staff, on an official visit to Vietnam will preside the Decommissioning followed by Handing Over Ceremony of Indian Naval Ship Kirpan to Vietnam People's Navy (VPN), scheduled on July 22, 2023 at Cam Ranh, Vietnam.
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July 22, 2023
Handing Over of INS Kirpan to VPN – July 22, 2023On completing 32 years of illustrious service to the nation, Indian Naval Ship Kirpan has been Decommissioned from the Indian Navy and Handed Over to Vietnam People's Navy (VPN) today at Cam Ranh, Vietnam.
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July 21, 2023
G20 THINQ The Indian Navy Quiz – Sail Beyond HorizonThe Indian Navy has launched the second edition of The Indian Navy Quiz "G20 THINQ" which is being hosted under the aegis of the G20 Secretariat, the Indian Navy and the Navy Welfare and Wellness Association (NWWA).
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July 21, 2023
Award Ceremony Held at Navy Children School, DelhiAcademic achievers of classes X and XII were felicitated at the Award Ceremony held at Navy Children School, Delhi on July 21, 2023.
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July 19, 2023
DG Rakesh Pal appointed as 25th Director General of Indian Coast GuardDG Rakesh Pal has been appointed as the 25th Director General of the Indian Coast Guard (ICG). He is an alumnus of the Indian Naval Academy and joined Indian Coast Guard in January 1989.
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July 19, 2023
Launch of Second ACTCM Barge, Yard 126 (LSAM 16) at M/s Suryadipta Projects Pvt Ltd, ThaneAmmunition Cum Torpedo Cum Missile (ACTCM) Barge, Yard 126 (LSAM 16) was launched by Cmde Sunil Kaushik, Warship Production Superintendent (Mumbai) on July 19, 2023 at M/s Suryadipta Projects Pvt Ltd, Thane.
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July 18, 2023
Delivery of first MCA Barge, LSAM 7 (Yard 75) at INS Tunir, MumbaiContract for construction 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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July 18, 2023
INS Sahyadri and INS Kolkata to Jakarta, IndonesiaTwo frontline Indian Naval ships INS Sahyadri and INS Kolkata, mission deployed in South Eastern IOR, arrived in Jakarta on July 17, 2023. The ships were accorded a warm welcome by the Indonesian Navy.
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July 13, 2023
DAC approves proposals for procurement of 26 Rafale Marine aircraft from France to boost Indian Navy's operational capabilitiesAlso clears acquisition of three additional Scorpene submarines under Buy (Indian) category
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July 13, 2023
Northrop Grumman to Design Autonomous Vertical Takeoff and Landing Aircraft for DARPANorthrop Grumman Corporation has been awarded a contract by the Defense Advanced Research Project Agency's (DARPA) Tactical Technology Office to design an autonomous vertical takeoff and landing (VTOL) uncrewed aircraft system capable of operating from a moving Navy ship at sea.
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July 13, 2023
INS Sunayna Participates IN CMF Ex 'Op Southern Readiness - 2023'INS Sunayna was at Seychelles from July 10-12, 2023 to participate in Op Southern Readiness 2023 conducted by Combined Maritime Forces (CMF).
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July 11, 2023
Japan India Maritime Exercise 2023 (JIMEX 23) ConcludesThe 7th edition of Japan India Maritime Exercise 2023 (JIMEX 23) hosted by the Indian Navy concluded in the Bay of Bengal with the two sides bidding farewell to each other with a customary steampast.
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July 11, 2023
Thales to provide new-generation sonar suite for France's nuclear-powered ballistic-missile submarines (SSBNs)The French Ministry of the Armed Forces has once again placed its trust in Thales to maintain the French Navy's operational superiority in underwater detection capabilities.
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July 11, 2023
L&T Signs Master Ship Repair Agreement with US NavyL&T's state-of-the-art Kattupalli Shipyard near Chennai – a major node in the Southern Defence Corridor - has been undertaking voyage repairs of the Military Sealift Command vessels.
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July 10, 2023
L&T and Navantia sign a Teaming Agreement for Project 75 (India) submarine programL&T and Navantia signed an MoU for the program on April 11, 2023 at Madrid, which has now culminated in this Teaming Agreement
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July 10, 2023
Defence Minister Rajnath Singh meets his Malaysian counterpart in Kuala Lumpur; Also calls on Prime Minister of the Southeast Asian nationTalks focus on ways to further expand bilateral defence ties, including strengthening industrial cooperation
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July 9, 2023
Israel Aerospace Industries has acquired India's HELA Systems Private Limited: this collaboration will provide full product support for ELTA Systems in IndiaIsrael Aerospace Industries has signed a deal to acquire HELA Systems Private Limited, an 'Indian subsidiary' of ELTA Systems Ltd.
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July 7, 2023
Bastille Day Parade at Paris, FranceThe Indian Navy Marching Contingent, as part of the Tri services contingent, arrived in France for participation in the Bastile Day Parade at Paris on July 14, 2023.
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July 6, 2023
IN-USN Salvage and Explosive Ordnance Disposal Exercise - SALVEXThe Seventh edition of Indian Navy – US Navy (IN – USN) Salvage and Explosive Ordnance Disposal (EOD) exercise, SALVEX was conducted from June 26, – July 6, 2023 at Kochi.
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July 6, 2023
Indian Navy Outreach to Ladakh 'Julley Ladakh'In continuation with the pursuance of the vision of national leadership towards developing remote areas, the Indian Navy has embarked on a multidimensional outreach program dedicated to strengthening the connect with the Union Territory of Ladakh.
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July 5, 2023
Japan India Maritime Exercise 2023 (JIMEX 23)The seventh edition of the bilateral Japan-India Maritime Exercise 2023 (JIMEX 23) hosted by the Indian Navy, is being conducted at/ off Visakhapatnam from July 5-10, 2023. This edition marks the 11th anniversary of JIMEX, since its inception in 2012.
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July 5, 2023
Indian Naval Officer's Achievement in Ironman Triathlon, KazakhstanIndian Navy proudly congratulates Lt Cdr Ujjwal Choudhary from Naval Dockyard Vishakhapatnam for finishing 'Ironman Triathlon', at 5th position in his age group, with a finishing time of 11 hrs 04 minutes conducted in Kazakhstan on July 2, 2023.
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July 4, 2023
Visit of Lebanese Armed Forces to Southern Naval CommandA five-member Training delegation from Lebanese Armed Forces led by Brigadier General Hussein Bazzi are on a visit to Southern Naval Command, Kochi and Indian Naval Academy (INA), Ezhimala from July 3-8, 2023.
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July 4, 2023
Damen Naval contracts RH Marine for new Anti-Submarine Warfare FrigatesDamen Naval has signed a contract with the first Dutch supplier for the new Anti-Submarine Warfare (ASW) Frigates.
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July 3, 2023
Vice Admiral Atul Anand takes over as Additional Secretary, DMAVice Admiral Atul Anand took over as Additional Secretary, Department of Military Affairs on July 3, 2023. The post was previously held by Lt General Anil Puri, who superannuated on February 28, 2023.
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July 2, 2023
Mission Gaganyaan – First Batch of Crew Module Recovery Divers Complete TrainingThe first batch of crew recovery team of Mission Gaganyaan completed Phase-1 of training at Indian Navy's Water Survival Training Facility (WSTF) at Kochi.
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July 1, 2023
IN – FN Maritime Partnership Exercise off VisakhapatnamIndian Naval ships INS Rana, a guided missile destroyer, and INS Sumedha, an indigenously built offshore patrol vessel undertook a Maritime Partnership Exercise (MPX) with French Navy ship FS Surcouf, in the Bay of Bengal on June 30, 2023.
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June 30, 2023
MoD signs a contract of 2725 Cr with Mazagon Dock Shipbuilders Ltd for Medium Refit with Life Certification of Submarine INS ShankushMinistry of Defence has signed a contract on June 30, 2023 for Medium Refit with Life Certification (MRLC) of Sub-Surface Killer (SSK) Class of Submarine “INS Shankush” with MDL, Mumbai at an overall cost of 2725 Crore.
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June 30, 2023
BEL receives orders worth 2,191 CrNavratna Defence PSU Bharat Electronics Limited (BEL) has received new Defence and non-Defence orders worth 2,191 Cr.
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June 29, 2023
INS Sunayna enters Beira, MozambiqueINS Sunayna, based at Southern Naval Command Kochi, entered Port Beira, Mozambique on June 28, 2023. The ship was received by Mozambique Navy personnel and DA Pretoria, amidst fanfare of military band.
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June 29, 2023
Contract signed for new Anti-Submarine Warfare FrigatesThe Dutch Ministry of Defence, Damen and Thales have signed the contract for the design, construction, and delivery of four Anti-Submarine Warfare (ASW) Frigates; two for the Netherlands and two for Belgium.
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June 28, 2023
INS Trishul arrives in Seychelles to participate in Seychelles National Day celebrations on June 29, 2023INS Trishul made a port call at Seychelles as part of Operational Deployment reflecting India's cordial ties with her maritime neighbours.
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June 28, 2023
INS Kirpan sets sail to VietnamDuring the recent visit of Gen Phan Van Giang, Minister of Defence of Vietnam, to India from June 17-19, 2023, Defence Minister had announced gifting of in-service missile corvette INS Kirpan to Vietnam.
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June 26, 2023
Interactive Conference & B2B Session on Indigenisation Requirements of Indian Navy: Opportunities for IndustriesAn 'Interactive Conference & B2B Session on Indigenisation Requirements of Indian Navy: Opportunities for Industries' was conducted by the Indian Navy in association with Federation of Indian Chambers of Commerce & Industry (FICCI)...
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June 24, 2023
INS Sunayna visits Mombasa, KenyaINS Sunayna visited Mombasa, Kenya from June 20-23, 2023 towards strengthening bilateral ties with maritime neighbours on the theme of Ocean Ring of Yoga. On arrival, the ship was received by reps from High Commission of India.
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June 24, 2023
INS Tarkash at MuscatIndian Naval Ship Tarkash made a port call to Muscat, Oman from June 19-22, 2023. During the visit, the ship undertook myraid activities in support of GoI initiative 'Ocean Ring of Yoga' as part of 9th International Yoga Day 2023, in coordination with EoI, Muscat, Oman.
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June 24, 2023
INS Trishul visit to port of ToamasinaINS Trishul made a port call at Toamasina, Madagascar from June 19-22, 2023 as part of Operational Deployment reflecting India's cordial ties with its maritime neighbours.
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June 22, 2023
Sardar K.M. Panikkar 'NIB' Essay CompetitionThe Indian Navy has introduced the Sardar K.M. Panikkar 'NIB' (Navy Intellectual Beacon) essay competition with the aim of promoting reading, writing, critical thinking and systematic analysis within its community.
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June 22, 2023
Visit of Deputy Chief of Naval Staff (DCNS) to KenyaVAdm Sanjay Mahindru, Deputy Chief of the Naval Staff (DCNS) is on a three day official visit to Kenya from June 21-23, 2023.
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June 21, 2023
Visit of Defence Minister to Southern Naval Command, KochiDefence Minister Rajnath Singh visited Indian Navy's Southern Naval Command at Kochi from June 20-21, 2023. He celebrated the International Day of Yoga with the Armed Forces personnel and their families onboard the indigenous Aircraft Carrier INS Vikrant.
