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February 24, 2024
Indian Navy's Mission Deployed Destroyer Provides Critical EOD & Medical Assistance to MV in DistressPalau Flagged MV Islander caught fire after an attack likely by drone/missile on February 22, 2024.
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February 23, 2024
Defence Minister & Netherlands Defence Minister discuss ways to expand bilateral cooperation during talks in New DelhiDefence Minister Rajnath Singh held a bilateral meeting with the Netherlands Defence Minister Kajsa Ollongren in New Delhi on February 23, 2024.
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February 22, 2024
International Maritime SeminarJagdeep Dhankhar, the Vice President of India inaugurated the International Maritime Seminar, conducted today as part of MILAN 2024.
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February 21, 2024
Exercise MILAN 2024“Global community must collectively aspire for peace in this age of democratic & rules-based world order” —Defence Minister Rajnath Singh at Exercise MILAN in Visakhapatnam
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February 20, 2024
Rear Admiral David Proctor, Chief of Navy Royal New Zealand Navy Visit to IndiaRear Admiral David Proctor, Chief of Navy, Royal New Zealand Navy is on an official visit to India from February 19-27, 2024.
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February 19, 2024
General Atomics Expands International Collaborations and Partnerships with Japan in Critical and Emerging TechnologiesGeneral Atomics, a defense and diversified technologies company with affiliates operating on five continents, is expanding its collaborations and partnerships across Japan with new investments in the nuclear energy and rare earth elements sectors.
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February 16, 2024
Aerospace & Defence – Capability Roadmap 2030 ConclaveIndia's Defence Sector Forges Path to Global Innovation Hub in Aerospace and Defence
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February 15, 2024
Nikhil Joshi to Lead Boeing Defence IndiaBoeing has announced the appointment of Nikhil Joshi as Managing Director of Boeing Defence India (BDI), in a move to strengthen the company's operations and accelerated growth strategy for India.
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February 14, 2024
Aatmanirbharta in Defence: MoD signs contract worth 1,752 crore with AWEIL for 463 Stabilised Remote Control Guns for Indian Navy & Indian Coast GuardThe Ministry of Defence has signed a contract on February 14, 2024 with Advanced Weapon Equipment India Ltd. (AWEIL), Kanpur for manufacturing & supply...
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February 14, 2024
Indian Coast Guard Offshore Patrol Vessel ICGS Varaha makes a port call at Maputo Port, Mozambique as part of strategic overseas deployment to East AfricaIndian Coast Guard Offshore Patrol Vessel (OPV) ICGS Varaha made a significant port call at Maputo Port, Mozambique on February 14, 2024...
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February 13, 2024
MoD inks contract worth 2269.54 crore with BEL to procure 11 Shakti Electronic Warfare Systems for Indian NavyThe Ministry of Defence has signed a contract with Bharat Electronics Limited (BEL), Hyderabad on February 13, 2024 in New Delhi, for procurement of 11 Shakti Electronic Warfare Systems along with associated equipment / accessories...
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February 11, 2024
Indian Navy's Annual Refit Conference (ARC 24) and Annual Infrastructure Conference (AIC 24)Indian Navy's Annual Refit Conference 24 (ARC 24) and Annual Infrastructure Conference 24 (AIC 24) were conducted on February 8-9, 2024 at Naval Dockyard, Mumbai, under the Chairmanship of Vice Admiral Kiran Deshmukh, Chief of Materiel.
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February 9, 2024
Admiral R. Hari Kumar Chief of the Naval Staff Visit to Andaman and Nicobar Command (ANC)Admiral R. Hari Kumar, Chief of the Naval Staff accompanied by Kala Hari Kumar, President (NWWA) visited Andaman and Nicobar Command (ANC) from February 6 to 9 2024.
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February 8, 2024
17th Indian Navy - French Navy Staff Talks17th Indian Navy (IN) - French Navy (FN) Staff Talks was held from February 6-7, 2024 at New Delhi. The meeting was co-chaired by Rear Admiral Nirbhay Bapna, ACNS (FCI) and Rear Admiral Jean Marc Durandau, Director International Engagements, FN.
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February 8, 2024
Armed Forces' Nari Shakti on a global stage: Sqn Ldr Bhawana Kanth, Col Ponung Doming & Lt Cdr Annu Prakash share their remarkable journeys at World Defence Show 2024 in RiyadhThe World Defence Show (WDS) 2024, currently being held in Riyadh, witnessed Tri-Service women representation, a testament to Prime Minister Narendra Modi-led Government's vision of leveraging Nari Shakti across domains.
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February 7, 2024
Sikorsky Completes Flight Tests of Three Hellenic Navy MH-60R HelicoptersSikorsky, a Lockheed Martin company, has completed testing of the integrated mission systems and sensors aboard three MH-60R SEAHAWK® helicopters purchased by the Hellenic Navy.
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February 7, 2024
Time for building a highly capable Aatmanirbhar defence space ecosystem, says CDS General Anil ChauhanChief of Defence Staff General Anil Chauhan has stressed that as the country is going through Amrit Kaal, it is time for building a highly capable Aatmanirbhar defence space ecosystem.
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February 3, 2024
INS Sandhayak, first Survey Vessel Large ship, commissioned into Indian Navy in the presence of Defence Minister in VisakhapatnamINS Sandhayak (Yard 3025), the first Survey Vessel Large (SVL) ship, was commissioned into the Indian Navy in the presence of Defence Minister Rajnath Singh at an impressive ceremony held at the Naval Dockyard, Visakhapatnam on February 3, 2024.
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February 3, 2024
Delivery of 25T Bollard Pull Tug, Mahabali25T Bollard Pull (BP) Tug, Mahabali has been delivered to Indian Navy on February 2, 2024 in presence of Rear Admiral Subir Mukherjee, NM, ASY(Kochi). This Tug is a proud flag bearer of "Make in India" initiative of Government of India.
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February 2, 2024
Swift Response by Mission Deployed Indian Naval Platforms Foil Another Piracy Attempt Along East Coast of SomaliaInformation regarding piracy attempt on Fishing Vessel FV Omari was monitored on January 31, 2024.
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February 1, 2024
Indian Coast Guard celebrates 48th Raising DayThe Indian Coast Guard (ICG) celebrated its 48th Raising Day on February 1, 2024, in New Delhi, commemorating its remarkable journey from a modest beginning in 1977 to becoming a formidable force in maritime security.
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February 1, 2024
Indian Navy Declares 2024 as 'Year of Naval Civilians'Indian Navy has declared 2024 as 'Year of Naval Civilians' to improve administration, efficiency and well-being of Naval Civilians by addressing all facets of Civilian HR Management in a time bound manner.
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February 1, 2024
Vice Admiral Lochan Singh Pathania assumes charge as Chief Hydrographer to the Government of IndiaVice Admiral Lochan Singh Pathania assumed charge as the Chief Hydrographer to the Government of India on February 1, 2024.
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January 30, 2024
Indian Navy Responds to the Hijacking of Sri Lankan Fishing Vessel in Collaboration with Seychelles Defence Forces and Sri Lanka NavyIn a coordinated multilateral response to the hijacking of a Sri Lankan fishing vessel, the Indian Navy in collaboration with Seychelles Defence Forces and Sri Lanka Navy successfully intercepted and rescued the hijacked vessel.
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January 30, 2024
INS Sumitra Carries out 2nd Successful Anti Piracy Ops – Rescuing 19 Crew members and Vessel from Somali PiratesIndian Naval Ship Sumitra, having thwarted the Piracy attempt on FV Iman, has carried out yet another successful anti-piracy operation off the East Coast of Somalia, rescuing Fishing Vessel Al Naeemi and her Crew (19 Pakistani Nationals) from 11 Somali Pirates.
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January 24, 2024
MoD inks contract, worth over 1070 crore, with Mazagon Dock Shipbuilders Ltd for 14 Fast Patrol Vessels for Indian Coast GuardThe Ministry of Defence has signed Contract with Mazagon Dock Shipbuilders Ltd (MDL), Mumbai on January 24, 2024, for acquisition of 14 Fast Patrol Vessels (FPVs) for the Indian Coast Guard (ICG).
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January 24, 2024
Launch of Ammunition Cum Torpedo Cum Missile Barge, LSAM 19 (Yard 129) 5th Barge of 11 X Ammunition Cum Torpedo Cum Missile (ACTCM) Barge Project on January 24, 2024 at Suryadipta Project Pvt Ltd, ThaneThe launch of 'Ammunition Cum Torpedo Cum Missile Barge, LSAM 19 (Yard 129)', 5th Barge of 11 x ACTCM Barge Project, built by MSME Shipyard, Suryadipta Projects Pvt Ltd, Thane for Indian Navy, was undertaken on January 24, 2024 at Suryadipta Project Pvt Ltd (Launch site of SPPL).
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January 20, 2024
Visit of Royal Navy Ship HMS Spey to KochiHMS Spey, an offshore patrol vessel of the Royal Navy is on a goodwill visit to Kochi from January 17-27, 2024. The ship was accorded a warm reception amidst fanfare by the Indian Naval band on arrival.
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January 19, 2024
Prime Minister Modi Announce Landmark Boeing Initiatives to Advance the Future of Aviation in IndiaPrime Minister of India Narendra Modi dedicated two landmark Boeing initiatives that promise to significantly advance India's aerospace and defence industry.
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January 18, 2024
Indian Navy's Mission Deployed Platform Responds to a Maritime Incident in the Gulf of AdenINS Visakhapatnam, mission deployed in Gulf of Aden for anti-piracy operations, swiftly responded to a distress call by Marshall Island flagged MV Genco Picardy following a drone attack at 2311 hrs on January 17, 2024.
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January 17, 2024
Chief of the Naval Staff Inaugurates Revolutionary Clean and Green CO2-Based AC Plant at INS Shivaji-Leap towards Green TechnologyAdmiral R. Hari Kumar, Chief of the Naval Staff, inaugurated the unique CO2 based Air Conditioning plant at INS Shivaji on January 17, 2024.
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January 17, 2024
Chief of the Naval Staff Flags Off Chadar Trek Expedition to Zanskar River, LadakhAdmiral R. Hari Kumar, Chief of the Naval Staff flagged off the Indian Navy Chadar Trek (Frozen Zanskar River, Ladakh) expedition at INS Shivaji on January 16, 2024.
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January 16, 2024
Vice Admiral Gurcharan Singh, assumes charge as Controller Personnel ServicesVice Admiral Gurcharan Singh assumed charge as the Controller Personnel Services (CPS) on January 15, 2024.
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January 16, 2024
Indian Coast Guard rescues 182 pilgrims stranded on a grounded ferry off Kakdwip, West BengalIn a swift operation, the Indian Coast Guard (ICG) rescued 182 pilgrims stranded on a grounded ferry off Kakdwip in West Bengal on January 16, 2024.
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January 15, 2024
Vice Admiral Vineet McCarty takes over as the Commandant, Indian Naval Academy, EzhimalaVice Admiral Vineet McCarty took over as Commandant, Indian Naval Academy, on January 15, 2024. The Flag Officer was commissioned into the Indian Navy on July 1, 1989 and is a graduate of Defence Service Staff College, Wellington (2005) and National Defence College, New Delhi (2017).
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January 15, 2024
Vice Admiral A.N. Pramod assumes charge as Director General Naval OperationsVice Admiral A.N. Pramod assumed charge as the Director General Naval Operations (DGNO) on January 15, 2024. An alumnus of the 38th Integrated Cadet Course, Naval Academy, Goa, he was commissioned into the Indian Navy on July 1, 1990.
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January 15, 2024
Maiden Indian Navy – Royal Thai Navy Bilateral Exercise and 36th Edition of Indo-Thai Coordinated PatrolThe maiden Bilateral Maritime Exercise between the Indian Navy (IN) and Royal Thai Navy (RTN) was conducted from December 20-23 2023.
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January 14, 2024
Launch of 25t Bollard Pull Tug, Bhishm at Titagarh Rail Systems Ltd, Kolkata25T Bollard Pull (BP) Tug, Bhishm was launched by Cmde S. Sreekumar, Warship Production Superintendent (Kolkata) on January 14, 2024 at Titagarh Rail Systems Ltd (TRSL), Kolkata.
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January 13, 2024
INS Cheetah, Guldar and Kumbhir decommissioned after 40 years of glorious serviceIndian Navy Ships Cheetah, Guldar and Kumbhir were decommissioned on January 12, 2024 after rendering four decades of glorious service to the nation.
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January 5, 2024
Indian Navy's Swift Response to the Hijacking Attempt of MV Lila Norfolk in the North Arabian SeaIndian Navy swiftly responded to the hijacking incident onboard Liberian flagged Bulk Carrier MV Lila Norfolk deploying considerable strength of assets (both ships and aircraft) and an aggressive intent to counter attack by pirates.
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January 4, 2024
Vice Admiral Dinesh K. Tripathi, takes over as Vice Chief of the Naval StaffVice Admiral Dinesh K. Tripathi took over as Vice Chief of the Naval Staff on January 4, 2024.
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January 3, 2024
Indian Naval Platforms Remain Mission Deployed in North/Central Arabian SeaIndian Navy continues to monitor maritime security situation in North/Central Arabian Sea and Gulf of Aden.
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January 3, 2024
Vice Admiral Sanjay J. Singh takes over as Flag Officer Commanding-in-Chief, Western Naval CommandVice Admiral Sanjay J. Singh took over as the Flag Officer Commanding–in-Chief (FOC-in-C), Western Naval Command (WNC) on January 3, 2024 from Vice Admiral Dinesh K. Tripathi at an impressive Ceremonial Parade held at INS Shikra.
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January 1, 2024
Vice Admiral B. Sivakumar, assumes charge as the Controller Warship Production and AcquisitionVice Admiral B. Sivakumar has assumed charge as the Controller Warship Production and Acquisition on January 1, 2024.
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January 1, 2024
Vice Admiral Kiran Deshmukh, Assumes Charge as the Chief of MaterielVice Admiral Kiran Deshmukh has assumed charge as the Chief of Materiel on January 1, 2024. An alumnus of VJTI, University of Mumbai, Vice Admiral Deshmukh was commissioned as an Engineer Officer into the Indian Navy on March 31, 1986.
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December 31, 2023
Vice Admiral V. Srinivas takes over as the Flag Officer Commanding-in-Chief, Southern Naval Command, KochiVice Admiral V. Srinivas took over as the 30th Flag Officer Commanding- in-Chief (FOCINC), Southern Naval Command at an impressive ceremonial parade held at Naval Base, Kochi on December 31, 2023.
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December 26, 2023
Defence Minister commissions stealth guided missile destroyer INS Imphal in Mumbai; Terms it as a symbol of 'Aatmanirbharta' in defenceINS Imphal, a Project 15B stealth guided missile destroyer, was commissioned into the Indian Navy in the presence of Defence Minister Rajnath Singh at an impressive ceremony held at the Naval Dockyard, Mumbai on December 26, 2023.
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December 21, 2023
Piracy attack on MV Ruen in Central Arabian SeaOn the night of December 14, 2023, a report regarding potential piracy incident onboard Malta flagged vessel, MV Ruen, was monitored on UKMTO portal. The vessel was reported to be boarded by six unknown personnel.
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December 20, 2023
Ministry of Defence signs contract with Mazagon Dockyard Shipbuilders LtdMinistry of Defence signs 1,614.89 crore contract with Mazagon Dockyard Shipbuilders Ltd for procurement of six Next Generation Offshore Patrol Vessels for Indian Coast Guard
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December 20, 2023
INS Kadmatt in Bangkok, ThailandAs part of her Long Range Operational Deployment to the North Pacific Ocean and South China Sea, INS Kadmatt arrived at Bangkok, Thailand, on December 19, 2023. The aim of the visit is to further bolster India - Thailand maritime cooperation and enhance interoperability between both the navies.
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December 20, 2023
Boeing Delivers First Orca Extra Large Uncrewed Undersea Vehicle to US NavyBoeing has delivered the first Orca Extra Large Uncrewed Undersea Vehicle (XLUUV) to the US Navy following acceptance testing completion this month.
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December 19, 2023
INS Shivaji Receives the Original 'Vir Chakra' of Late Vice Admiral Benoy Roy Chowdhury at a SolemnINS Shivaji, the premier Training establishment of the Indian Navy received the original 'Vir Chakra' awarded to Late Vice Admiral Benoy Roy Chowdhury (Retd) at a solemn ceremony at Lonavala on December 18, 2023.
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December 19, 2023
Indian Ocean Naval Symposium (IONS) – 2023The 8th edition of Indian Ocean Naval Symposium (IONS) Conclave of Chiefs (CoC) is being hosted by Royal Thai Navy at Bangkok, Thailand from December 19–22, 2023. Admiral R. Hari Kumar, Chief of the Naval Staff, is leading a three-member Indian Naval delegation for the Conclave.
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December 19, 2023
Navantia's F-110 programme ahead of scheduleNavantia has started the construction process of the second frigate of the F-110 class for the Spanish Navy, thus confirming the speeding up of this programme valued at €4.325 million.
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December 18, 2023
Memorandum of Understanding – Indian Navy and IIT Bombay M Tech Programme in 'Systems and Controls Engineering'A Memorandum of Understanding between Indian Navy and IIT Bombay was signed on December 18, 2023 at New Delhi for M Tech course in 'Systems & Control Engineering'.
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December 16, 2023
Indian Navy's Mission Deployed Platforms Respond To Hijacking Incident in the Arabian SeaIndian Navy's Mission Deployed platforms responded swiftly to a maritime incident in Arabian Sea involving hijacking of Malta Flagged Vessel MV Ruen.
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December 15, 2023
MoU between Indian Navy and IIT KanpurIndian Navy & IIT Kanpur join forces to drive innovation through research partnership
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December 14, 2023
Commissioning of Indian Naval Ship TarmugliIndian Navy commissioned INS Tarmugli, a Fast Attack Craft, at an impressive ceremony held at Naval Dockyard Visakhapatnam under the aegis of the Eastern Naval Command on December 14, 2023.
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December 14, 2023
DGQA organises West Zone Defence Industry Meet on 'Quality Equipment in Time' in VadodaraA West Zone Defence Industry Meet on the theme 'Quality Equipment in Time' was organised by the Directorate General of Quality Assurance (DGQA) under the aegis of Department of Defence Production, Ministry of Defence on December 14, 2023 in Vadodara.
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December 14, 2023
INS Kadmatt Arrived at Manila, PhilippinesAs part of the ongoing Long Range Op Deployment, INS Kadmatt arrived at Manila, Philippines on December 12, 2023. The visit is aimed at bolstering maritime cooperation between India and Philippines.
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December 12, 2023
Indian Coast Guard organises 15th Capacity Building Senior Officers' Meeting in Gujarat to strengthen international & regional cooperation to combat maritime piracyThe Indian Coast Guard (ICG) is organising the 15th edition of Capacity Building Senior Officers' Meeting (CBSOM-2023) with the Regional Cooperation Agreement on Combating Piracy and Armed Robbery against Ships in Asia (ReCAAP)...
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December 11, 2023
95th Course NDA Celebrates Silver JubileeThe recently concluded passing out parade at National Defence Academy saw female cadets marching for the first time, and The President of India Draoupadi Murmu inspecting the parade, as NDA gears up for celebrating 75 years of its existence.
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December 10, 2023
First leg of Ocean Sailing expedition from Goa to Kochi and back culminates marking 75 years celebrations of NDAThe first leg of an Ocean Sailing expedition from Goa to Kochi and back, as part of celebrations of 75 years of National Defence Academy, culminated in Kochi on December 10, 2023.
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December 10, 2023
INS Sumedha maiden entry at Port Lamu, KenyaAs a part of on-going long-range deployment to Africa, Indian Naval Ship Sumedha arrived at Port Lamu, Kenya on December 9, 2023.
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December 10, 2023
Chief of Defence Staff General Anil Chauhan's visit to JapanChief of Defence Staff (CDS) General Anil Chauhan is slated to leave New Delhi on the night of December 10 for an official visit to Japan.
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December 8, 2023
Keel Laying of Fourth Ship (BY 526, Malpe) and Fifth Ship (BY 527, Mulki) of ASW SWC Project at CSL, KochiKeel Laying of the fourth ship (BY 526, Malpe) and fifth ship (BY 527, Mulki) of Anti-Submarine Warfare Shallow Water Craft (ASW SWC) (CSL) project was presided by Rear Admiral Jaswinder Singh, Chief of Staff, Southern Naval Command...
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December 6, 2023
Chief of Defence Staff interacts with senior military leadership during first session of Combined Leadership Conclave in New DelhiThree-day conclave to focus on geo-strategic issues, national security, jointness & 'Aatmanirbharta' in defence
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December 5, 2023
Indian Coast Guard Offshore Patrol Vessel Sajag makes port call at Dammam, Saudi ArabiaIndian Coast Guard Ship Sajag, an Offshore Patrol Vessel, made port call at King Abdul Aziz Port, AD Dammam, Saudi Arabia on December 5, 2023 on a three day visit.
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December 5, 2023
Damen Naval marks official start of construction phase F126 frigatesThe prestigious F126 project reached a major milestone today: the cutting of the first steel for the new multi-purpose frigates for the German Navy.
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December 4, 2023
First Ship of Survey Vessel (Large) Sandhayak delivered to Indian NavySandhayak (Yard 3025), the first of four Survey Vessel (Large) ships, being built at Garden Reach Shipbuilders & Engineers (GRSE), Kolkata, was delivered to the Indian Navy on December 4, 2023.
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December 4, 2023
INS Sumedha – Mission Deployed at Antsiranana, MadagascarAs part of Indian Navy's Long Range Mission Based Deployment, Indian Naval Ship Sumedha is undertaking port call at Antsiranana, Madagascar from December 4 to 6, 2023.
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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
Vice Admiral Sanjay Vatsayan assumed the appointment of Deputy Chief of Integrated Defence Staff (PP&FD) at HQ IDSVice Admiral Sanjay Vatsayan took over as DCIDS (PP&FD) on December 1, 2023. Prior to taking up this appointment, he was Deputy Chief of Integrated Defence Staff (Operations) since August 5, 2023.
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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).
