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July 20, 2024
Indian Navy's Annual Safety Review-2024The Annual Safety Review- 2024 (ASR-24), the 7th edition of Indian Navy's apex meeting on safety, was conducted at Southern Naval Command, Kochi on July 19, 2024.
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July 19, 2024
President confers 31 PVSMs, four UYSMs, two Bar to AVSMs & 57 AVSMs during Defence Investiture Ceremony (Phase-2)President Droupadi Murmu conferred 94 Distinguished Service Decorations to the personnel of the Armed Forces and the Indian Coast Guard during the Defence Investiture Ceremony (Phase-2) at Rashtrapati Bhawan, New Delhi on July 19, 2024.
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July 19, 2024
RSNF Trainees Successfully Complete Training Onboard First Training Squadron76 trainees from King Fahd Naval Academy of the Royal Saudi Naval Forces (RSNF) completed their Afloat Training Course at First Training Squadron (1TS) of the Indian Navy on July 18, 2024.
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July 18, 2024
Indian Naval Ship Tabar Arrives in Hamburg, GermanyIndian Navy's frontline frigate, INS Tabar arrived at Hamburg, Germany on July 17, 2024 for a three day visit.
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July 17, 2024
ICG rescues stranded Indian Fishing Boat, with 11 people onboard, off Kerala CoastIn a coordinated sea-air operation, Indian Coast Guard (ICG), on July 17, 2024, successfully rescued a stranded Indian Fishing Boat (IFB) Aashni...
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July 10, 2024
Minister of State for Defence Sanjay Seth launches GRSE Accelerated Innovation Nurturing Scheme (GAINS 2024)Minister of State for Defence Sanjay Seth launched GRSE Accelerated Innovation Nurturing Scheme (GAINS 2024) of Garden Reach Shipbuilders & Engineers Limited (GRSE) in Kolkata on July 10, 2024.
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July 9, 2024
INS Tabar Enters Casablanca, MoroccoIndian Navy's frontline frigate, INS Tabar arrived at Casablanca, Morocco on July 8, 2024 for a three - day visit. India and Morocco share warm bilateral relations that span diverse fields, including regular interactions between the two Navies.
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June 30, 2024
Chief of the Naval Staff visits BangladeshAdmiral Dinesh K. Tripathi, Chief of the Naval Staff (CNS), Indian Navy arrived in Bangladesh for a four-day official visit from July 1–4, 2024. The visit is aimed to consolidate bilateral defence relations between India and Bangladesh and to explore new avenues for Naval cooperation.
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June 30, 2024
Delivery of Third 25t Bollard Pull Tug, Bajrang (YARD 307)Third 25T Bollard Pull (BP) Tug, Bajrang has been delivered to Indian Navy on June 29, 2024 in presence of Rear Admiral D.K. Goswami, ASD (Mbi). This Tug is a proud flag bearer of "Make in India" initiative of Government of India.
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June 28, 2024
Indian Navy Bids Farewell to UH–3H HelicopterIndian Navy bid farewell to the UH-3H helicopter after 17 years of glorious service during a de-induction ceremony held at INS Dega, Visakhapatnam on June 28, 2024.
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June 27, 2024
INS Sunayna Enters Port Victoria SeychellesThe deployment marks sustained participation of an Indian Military Contingent in military parade organised as part of Seychelles National Day since 1976.
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June 27, 2024
Indian Naval Ship Tabar Reaches Alexandria, EgyptAs part of her ongoing deployment to Africa and Europe, Indian Navy's frontline frigate, INS Tabar, arrived at the historic port city of Alexandria, Egypt for a goodwill visit from June 27 to 30, 2024.
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June 27, 2024
GA-ASI and Lockheed Martin Developing Net-Enabled Weapons Capability for MQ-9B SeaGuardian®General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc. (GA-ASI) and Lockheed Martin are collaborating to provide Net-Enabled Weapons (NEW) capability for GA-ASI's MQ-9B SeaGuardian® Unmanned Aircraft System (UAS).
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June 26, 2024
Royal Saudi Naval Forces (RSNF) Trainees Join First Training Squadron (1TS) for Afloat Attachment76 trainees of King Fahad Naval Academy of the Royal Saudi Naval Forces (RSNF) joined the First Training Squadron, 1TS of the Indian Navy at Southern Naval Command, Kochi on June 24, 2024.
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June 26, 2024
DRDO hands over Medium Range-Microwave Obscurant Chaff Rocket to Indian NavyThis niche technology creates a microwave shield around platforms & reduces radar detection
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June 25, 2024
U.S. emerges as India's top defence export partner, capturing over 50 per cent market share reveals AMCHAM reportFollowing NSA Jake Sullivan's India visit, AMCHAM reports that India's defence exports in FY 2022-23 stood at $1.6 billion, showing over a 10x increase in 5 years.
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June 21, 2024
Rear Admiral Nelson D'Souza takes over as Commandant, Military Institute of Technology, PuneRear Admiral Nelson D'Souza has taken over as Commandant of Military Institute of Technology (MILIT), Pune from Air Vice Marshal Vivek Blouria.
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June 24, 2024
INS Sunayna Departs Port LouisINS Sunayna concluded her visit to Port Louis, Mauritius on June 22, 2024. The two day visit witnessed participation of Indian Navy and Mauritius National Coast Guard personnel during Joint Yoga session on the occasion of International Day of Yoga and sports fixtures.
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June 24, 2024
INS Sunayna at Port Louis, MauritiusINS Sunayna on long range deployment to South West IOR, entered Port Louis, Mauritius on June 20, 2024. Prior entering harbour, the ship was engaged in maritime surveillance of Mauritian EEZ along with Mauritius Coast Guard (MCG) Ship Barracuda and MPF Dornier.
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June 20, 2024
Minister of State for Defence Sanjay Seth visits INS Rajali to review operational preparedness of the stationMinister of State for Defence Sanjay Seth visited Indian Naval Air Station, Rajali located near Arakkonam in Tamil Nadu on June 20, 2024, and reviewed the operational preparedness of the station.
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June 19, 2024
German Armed Forces order two more F126 multipurpose frigates from Damen NavalThe German Navy will receive its urgently needed extra maritime power through an additional procurement of two F126 frigates.
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June 18, 2024
CDS General Anil Chauhan releases Joint Doctrine for Cyberspace OperationsChief of Defence Staff General Anil Chauhan released the Joint Doctrine for Cyberspace Operations during the Chiefs of Staff Committee (COSC) meeting held on June 18, 2024, in New Delhi.
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June 18, 2024
INS Sunayna in Port Victoria, SeychellesINS Sunayna, an Offshore Patrol Vessel based at Southern Naval Command, entered Port Victoria, Seychelles on June 15, 2024 in the company of Seychelles Coast Guard Ship (SCGS) Zoroaster.
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June 18, 2024
Lockheed Martin Delivers 2,700th C-130 Hercules Tactical AirlifterLockheed Martin recently delivered the 2,700th Hercules multi-mission tactical airlifter, increasing the size, reach and strength of the worldwide C-130 fleet.
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June 18, 2024
Northrop Grumman Demonstrates Critical Capabilities in Indo-Pacific Region ExercisesNorthrop Grumman Corporation collaborated with the US military on nine separate experiments to improve operational readiness in the Indo-Pacific region.
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June 14, 2024
Rajnath Singh reviews Indian Navy's operational readiness along Eastern Seaboard off Vizag in his maiden visit after assuming charge as Defence Minister for second consecutive termDefence Minister Rajnath Singh, on June 14, 2024, visited the Eastern Naval Command at Visakhapatnam, Andhra Pradesh to review the operational readiness of the Indian Navy, and embarked on INS Jalashwa for a 'Day at Sea'.
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June 13, 2024
Rajnath Singh assumes charge as Defence Minister for the second consecutive termRajnath Singh assumed charge as the Defence Minister for the second consecutive term on June 13, 2024.
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June 11, 2024
Japan–India Maritime Exercise–24 (JIMEX – 24) Commenced at Yokosuka JapanIndian Navy's indigenous Stealth Frigate INS Shivalik arrived at Yokosuka, Japan to participate in the bilateral Japan–India Maritime Exercise 2024 (JIMEX 24).
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June 11, 2024
Launch of LSAM 13 (YARD 81) Fifth Barge of 08 x Missile Cum Ammunition (MCA) Barge ProjectThe launch of 'Missile Cum Ammunition Barge, LSAM 13 (Yard 81)', the fifth Barge of 08 x Missile Cum Ammunition Barge project, built by MSME Shipyard, SECON Engineering Projects Pvt Ltd (SEPPL), Visakhapatnam for Indian Navy.
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June 11, 2024
Sanjay Seth takes over as Minister of State for DefenceSanjay Seth assumed charge of the office of Minister of State, Ministry of Defence on June 11, 2024. Defence Secretary Giridhar Aramane and other senior officials of Ministry of Defence received Sanjay Seth and accompanied him into his South Block office.
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June 10, 2024
Rajnath Singh to be the Defence Minister for the second consecutive termSanjay Seth is the new Minister of State for Defence
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June 10, 2024
Flag Off Ceremony of Sindhu Shikhar Car Rally (June 10–27, 2024)Sindhu Shikhar car rally from Delhi to Leh and back was flagged off by Vice Admiral Sanjay Bhalla, the Chief of Personnel on June 10, 2024 from New Delhi.
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June 8, 2024
Naval Pilots' Passing Out Parade at INS RajaliSLt Anamika B. Rajeev graduated as the 'First Woman Naval helicopter pilot'.
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June 6, 2024
Conduct of 6th Edition of Indian Navy – Royal Navy of Oman Staff TalksTowards further strengthening the existing Defence relations between India and Oman in the maritime domain, 6th edition of Staff Talks between Indian Navy (IN) and Royal Navy of Oman (RNO) were conducted from June 4–5, 2024 at New Delhi.
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June 3, 2024
Keel Laying of the Second Cadet Training Ship (Yard-18004) at L&T Shipyard, KattupalliKeel laying ceremony of the second Cadet Training Ship (Yard–18004) was held at L&T Shipyard, Kattupalli on June 3, 2024.
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June 3, 2024
80th Staff Course commences at Defence Services Staff College in WellingtonCurriculum to foster inter-service approach to Jointness and Integration in Warfare
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June 2, 2024
CDS General Anil Chauhan visits INS Chilka; Takes overview of the Agniveer TrainingsChief of Defence Staff (CDS) General Anil Chauhan has visited INS Chilka, the premier ab-initio training establishment of Indian Navy.
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June 1, 2024
Indian Naval Ship Shivalik Departs SingaporeINS Shivalik, mission deployed to the South China Sea and Pacific Ocean, departed Singapore on May 30, 2024 for onward passage to Yokosuka, Japan.
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May 31, 2024
Steel-cutting ceremony for first Next-Generation Offshore Patrol Vessel of ICG held at Mazagon Dock Shipbuilders Limited, MumbaiThe steel-cutting ceremony for the first Next-Generation Offshore Patrol Vessel (NGOPV) took place at the Mazagon Dock Shipbuilders Limited (MDL) in Mumbai in the presence of Indian Coast Guard (lCG) officials on May 31, 2024.
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May 30, 2024
Delivery of 25T Bollard Pull Tug, Baljeet (Yard 306) Second 25T Bollard Pull Tug25T Bollard Pull (BP) Tug, Baljeet has been delivered to Indian Navy (IN) on May 30, 2024 in presence of RAdm Sandeep Mehta, ACWP&A. This Tug is a proud flag bearer of “Make in India” initiative of Govt of India.
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May 29, 2024
Indian Naval Ship Kiltan Departs BruneiIndian Naval Ship Kiltan visited Muara, Brunei as part of Operational Deployment of the Indian Navy's Eastern Fleet to South China Sea. The visit demonstrated India's commitment to further deepen relations between both maritime nations.
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May 29, 2024
Delivery of Sixth Ammunition Cum Torpedo Cum Missile Barge, LSAM 20 (Yard 130)The delivery of 'Ammunition Cum Torpedo Cum Missile Barge, LSAM 20', 6th Barge of 11 x ACTCM Barge Project, built by MSME Shipyard, Suryadipta Projects Pvt Ltd, Thane for Indian Navy, was undertaken on May 29, 2024 at Naval Dockyard, Mumbai for NAD(Karanja).
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May 25, 2024
Vice Admiral Gurcharan Singh takes over as Commandant, National Defence AcademyVice Admiral Gurcharan Singh assumed the appointment of Commandant, National Defence Academy on May 25, 2024 from Vice Admiral Ajay Kocchar. An alumnus of the National Defence Academy (Khadakwasla), he was commissioned into the Indian Navy on July 1, 1990.
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May 25, 2024
Visit to Muara, Brunei by Indian Naval Ship KiltanIndian Naval Ship Kiltan arrived at Muara, Brunei on May 25, 2024, and was accorded a warm welcome by the Royal Brunei Navy. The visit is part of Operational Deployment of the Indian Navy's Eastern Fleet to South China Sea.
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May 24, 2024
Chief of Army Staff General Manoj Pande reviews Passing Out Parade of 146th Course of NDACOAS exhorts Cadets to further Spirit of Jointness in Service
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May 23, 2024
Indian Naval Ships Delhi, Shakti, and Kiltan Completed Their Visit to Manila, Philippines as a Part of The Operational Deployment of the Eastern Fleet to the South China SeaIndian Naval Ships Delhi, Shakti and Kiltan visited Manila, Philippines as part of Operational Deployment of the Indian Navy's Eastern Fleet to South China Sea.
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May 23, 2024
ICG conducts Pollution Response Seminar & Mock Drill in West Bengal to address critical challenges of combating oil spills at seaThe Indian Coast Guard (ICG) organised a 'Pollution Response Seminar and Mock Drill' at the Headquarters Coast Guard District No. 8 (West Bengal) in Haldia on May 22-23, 2024.
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May 17, 2024
Second India–Australia–Indonesia Trilateral Maritime Security Workshop (TMSW) Conducted at KochiThe 2nd edition of India–Australia–Indonesia Trilateral Maritime Security Workshop (TMSW) was conducted from May 15–17, 2024, at INS Dronacharya, Kochi, India.
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May 16, 2024
ICG apprehends fishing vessel, with five crew, off Maharashtra coast; 25 tonnes of unaccounted diesel valued at ₹27 lakh seizedIndian Coast Guard (ICG) apprehended a five-man crew fishing vessel 'Jay Malhar' engaged in illegal diesel smuggling off the Maharashtra coast on May 16, 2024.
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May 13, 2024
Visit of Defence Secretary to MDLMazagon Dock Shipbuilders Ltd (MDL) today celebrates the completion of 250 years, commemorating an extraordinary journey, spanning over two and a half centuries.
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May 13, 2024
ICG apprehends fishing vessel with four crew off the Mumbai coast; 30,000 litres of illicit diesel & ₹1.75 lakh cash seizedIndian Coast Guard (ICG) apprehended a fishing vessel Aai Tuljai, with four crew members onboard, about 27 nautical miles southwest of Mumbai on May 12, 2024.
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May 12, 2024
Sea Training of 106 Integrated Officer Trainees Course (IOTC) Onboard First Training Squadron (1TS)On completion of rigorous sea training, a Valedictory Dinner for the 106 Integrated Officer Trainees Course (IOTC) was held onboard First Training Squadron (1TS) on May 9, 2024.
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May 12, 2024
Visit of Indian Naval Ships to Kota Kinabalu, MalaysiaTwo Indian Naval ships Delhi and Shakti under the command of Rear Admiral Rajesh Dhankhar, Flag Officer Commanding Eastern Fleet arrived at Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia as part of the Indian Navy's Operational Deployment.
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May 12, 2024
Visit to Cam Ranh Bay, Vietnam by Indian Naval Ship KiltanINS Kiltan arrived at Cam Ranh Bay, Vietnam on May 12, 2024 and received a warm welcome by Vietnam People's Navy and Indian Embassy.
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May 10, 2024
Keel Laying of 8th ASW SWC (ex-GRSE) at GRSE KolkataKeel laying ceremony of the 8th ASW SWC (ex-GRSE) was held at GRSE, Kolkata on May 10, 2024. The ceremony was presided by Vice Admiral B. Sivakumar, Controller Warship Production & Acquisition in presence of Cmde P.R. Hari (Retd), Chairman & Managing Director, GRSE and other Senior Officials from Indian Navy and GRSE.
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May 10, 2024
Vice Admiral Sanjay Bhalla, Assumes Charge as the Chief of Personnel of Indian NavyVice Admiral Sanjay Bhalla, AVSM, NM assumes charge as the Chief of Personnel of the Indian Navy, on May 10, 2024. He was commissioned in the Indian Navy on January 1, 1989.
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May 10, 2024
ICG signs MoU with private sector for manufacturing & supply of indigenous marine-grade aluminium for construction of shipsIndian Coast Guard (ICG) and Hindalco Industries, on May 9, 2024, inked a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) in New Delhi for the manufacturing and supply of indigenous marine-grade aluminium to Indian public and private shipyards for the construction of ships.
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May 9, 2024
Indian Naval Ships Delhi, Shakti, and Kiltan completed their visit to Singapore, as a part of the Operational Deployment of the Eastern Fleet to the South China SeaIndian Naval Ships Delhi, Shakti and Kiltan visited Singapore from May 6-9, 2024, aimed at undertaking bilateral engagements and discussing areas of mutual...
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May 8, 2024
Indian Coast Guard inks MoU with private sector for indigenous marine grade steel to enhance indigenous content in shipbuildingIndian Coast Guard (ICG) and Jindal Steel & Power (JSP), on May 7, 2024, signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) in New Delhi for the supply of indigenous marine grade steel to enhance the indigenous content in shipbuilding.
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May 8, 2024
ICG rescues critically-ill fisherman off Kerala CoastIndian Coast Guard (ICG) rescued a critically-ill fisherman from Indian Fishing Boat (IFB) Jazeera, about 40 nautical miles, off Beypore, Kerala on May 7, 2024.
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May 7, 2024
Sixth Edition of Commandants' Conclave held in PuneConclave deliberates on defence strategies in nurturing future leaders of Indian Armed Forces.
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May 7, 2024
Indian Naval Ships Delhi, Shakti, and Kiltan arrived at Singapore, as a Part of Eastern Fleet Deployment to South China SeaIndian Naval Ships Delhi, Shakti, and Kiltan led by Rear Admiral Rajesh Dhankhar, Flag Officer Commanding Eastern Fleet arrived at Singapore on May 6, 2024 to a warm welcome by personnel of Republic of Singapore Navy and the High Commissioner of India in Singapore.
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May 6, 2024
Maiden Visit of Jordan Armed Forces Training Delegation to SNC and INAA three member Jordan Armed Forces (JAF) training delegation led by Cdr Hazem I Maitah visited Southern Naval Command, Kochi and Indian Naval Academy, Ezhimala from April 29 to May 4, 2024.
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May 6, 2024
ICG detains Iranian boat, with six Indians onboard, off Kerala coastThe Indian Coast Guard (ICG) detained an Iranian fishing vessel, with six Indian crew, west of Beypore off the coast of Kerala late on May 5, 2024. The swift sea-air coordinated operation involved the ships and aircraft of the ICG.
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May 4, 2024
Keel Laying of the first Next Generation Offshore Patrol Vessel (Ex-GSL) at Goa Shipyard LtdKeel laying ceremony of the first NGOPV (ex-GSL) was held at Goa Shipyard Ltd, Goa on May 3, 2024.
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May 3, 2024
7th India-Indonesia Joint Defence Cooperation Committee meeting held in New DelhiDefence Secretary & Secretary General of MoD, Indonesia agree to enhance collaboration in areas of defence industry, maritime security & multilateral cooperation
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May 2, 2024
ICG rescues fisherman with head injury onboard IFB St. Francis off the Gujarat coastThe Indian Coast Guard (ICG) successfully executed a daring night rescue operation to save a fisherman who had sustained serious head injury.
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May 1, 2024
Supersonic Missile-Assisted Release of Torpedo system successfully flight-tested by DRDO off the Odisha coastSupersonic Missile-Assisted Release of Torpedo (SMART) system was successfully flight-tested at around 0830 hrs on May 1, 2024 from Dr APJ Abdul Kalam Island off the coast of Odisha.
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May 1, 2024
Vice Admiral Krishna Swaminathan assumed charge as Vice Chief of the Naval StaffVice Admiral Krishna Swaminathan assumed charge as Vice Chief of the Naval Staff on May 1, 2024. On assuming charge, the Flag Officer paid homage to Bravehearts that made the supreme sacrifice in service of the nation by placing a floral wreath at the National War Memorial.
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April 30, 2024
Admiral Dinesh K. Tripathi assumes Command of the Indian Navy as 26th Chief of the Naval StaffAdmiral Dinesh K. Tripathi assumed command of the Indian Navy on April 30, 2024 as the 26th Chief of the Naval Staff. He succeeds Admiral R. Hari Kumar who retires upon superannuation, after an illustrious career in the Indian Navy.
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April 29, 2024
ICG & ATS Gujarat seize Indian fishing boat carrying 173 kg of narcotics; Apprehends two crew membersIn a coordinated effort, Indian Coast Guard (ICG) and the Gujarat Anti-Terrorism Squad (ATS) seized an Indian fishing boat in the Arabian Sea carrying 173 kg of narcotics and arrested two perpetrators on board.
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April 29, 2024
Launch of 6th Ammunition Cum Torpedo Cum Missile Barge, LSAM 20 (Yard 130)The launch of 'Ammunition Cum Torpedo Cum Missile Barge, LSAM 20 (Yard 130)', 6th Barge of 11 x ACTCM Barge Project, built by MSME Shipyard, Suryadipta Projects Pvt Ltd, Thane for Indian Navy, was undertaken on April 29, 2024 at Suryadipta Project Pvt Ltd (launch site of SPPL).
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April 28, 2024
ICG seizes 86 kg narcotics worth ₹600 crore and apprehends 14 crew members of the Pakistani VesselIndian Coast Guard (ICG) in collaboration with the Anti-terrorism Squad (ATS) and Narcotics Control Bureau (NCB), seized 86 kg of narcotics valued ₹600 crore.
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April 23, 2024
Indian Coast Guard & Royal Oman Police Coast Guard officials meet in New Delhi to combat transnational illegal activities at sea & promote regional cooperationThe 5th Annual High-Level Meeting between the Indian Coast Guard (ICG) and the Royal Oman Police Coast Guard (ROPCG) took place in New Delhi on April 23, 2024
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April 22, 2024
INSV Tarini returns triumphant after historic Transoceanic Expedition by Indian Navy's Women OfficersThe Indian Naval Sailing Vessel (INSV) Tarini has returned triumphant to her base port at Goa on April 21, 2024 after a historic transoceanic expedition of nearly two months duration.
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April 20, 2024
Steel Cutting of Third Cadet Training Ship at L&T Shipyard, KattupalliThe contract for indigenous design and construction of three Cadet Training Ships was concluded between MoD and L&T in March 2023.
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April 20, 2024
Indian Navy Conducts Exercise Poorvi Lehar on the East CoastIndian Navy conducted Exercise Poorvi Lehar on East Coast under the Operational Control of The Flag Officer Commanding-in-Chief, Eastern Naval Command. The exercise aimed at validation of procedures towards assessment of Indian Navy's preparedness to meet Maritime Security challenges in the region.
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April 19, 2024
Vice Admiral Dinesh Kumar Tripathi appointed as the next Chief of the Naval StaffThe Government has appointed Vice Admiral Dinesh Kumar Tripathi, PVSM, AVSM, NM, presently serving as the Vice Chief of the Naval Staff, as the next Chief of the Naval Staff with effect from the afternoon of April 30, 2024.
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April 17, 2024
Indian Coast Guard apprehends an Indian fishing boat with unauthorised cash, reportedly involved in diesel smuggling, off Maharashtra coastThe Indian Coast Guard (ICG) has apprehended an Indian fishing boat carrying unauthorised cash, reported to be involved in the smuggling of diesel, 83 nm northwest off Mumbai.
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April 17, 2024
SPACE, a premier testing & evaluation hub for sonar systems for Indian Navy, set up by DRDO, inaugurated in KeralaA state-of-the-art Submersible Platform for Acoustic Characterisation and Evaluation (SPACE) was inaugurated by Secretary, Department of Defence (R&D) and Chairman DRDO Dr Samir V. Kamat at Underwater Acoustic Research Facility, Kulamavu in Idukki, Kerala on April 17, 2024.
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April 16, 2024
Indian Coast Guard rescues a stranded fishing boat off KarwarIndian Coast Guard (ICG), on April 16, 2024, successfully rescued Indian Fishing Boat (IFB) Rosary, which had encountered engine failure approximately 215 nautical miles from Karwar, Karnataka.
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April 14, 2024
Naval Investiture Ceremony 2024Admiral R. Hari Kumar, Chief of the Naval Staff (CNS), presented Gallantry and Distinguished Service awards to Naval personnel on behalf of the President of India at an impressive Naval Investiture Ceremony held at INS Hansa, Goa on April 14, 2024.
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April 13, 2024
Convocation ceremony for 79th Staff Course held at DSSC, WellingtonThe Convocation ceremony for the 79th Staff Course was conducted at Defence Services Staff College (DSSC), Wellington on April 13, 2024.
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April 11, 2024
Damen Naval signs new contract with Dutch supplier for Anti-Submarine Warfare frigatesDamen Naval will partner with Hatenboer-Water on all freshwater systems on board the four Anti-Submarine Warfare Frigates (ASWF) that Damen Naval is building for the Netherlands and Belgium.
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April 10, 2024
Steel Cutting of first Fleet Support Ship for Indian Navy at Hindustan Shipyard Limited, Visakhapatnam'Steel Cutting' ceremony of first of the five Fleet Support Ships (FSS) was held at Hindustan Shipyard Limited, Visakhapatnam on April 10, 2024, in presence of Giridhar Aramane, Defence Secretary.
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April 9, 2024
Indian Coast Guard Vessel Samudra Paheredar makes a port call at Muara, BruneiIndian Coast Guard's Pollution Control Vessel (PCV) Samudra Paheredar made a port call at Muara, Brunei on April 9, 2024, as part of its ongoing overseas deployment to ASEAN countries.
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April 9, 2024
Inauguration of Naval Pier and Residential Accommodations by Admiral R. Hari Kumar, Chief of the Naval Staff at Naval Base Karwar as Part of Project Seabird Phase IIAAdmiral R. Hari Kumar, Chief of the Naval Staff inaugurated one major Pier and Residential Accommodations at Naval Base Karwar on April 9, 2024...
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April 8, 2024
Tri-service Conference 'Parivartan Chintan' held in New DelhiCDS General Anil Chauhan stresses on need for developing Joint Culture for Armed Forces
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April 8, 2024
Lockheed Martin Boosts Domestic Microelectronics Capabilities For Pentagon Aerial Defense ProgramLockheed Martin will work with Intel Corporation, and Altera, an Intel Company, to support the Stimulating Transition for Advanced Microelectronics Packaging (STAMP) program for the Office of the Under Secretary of Defense for Research and Engineering (OUSD R&E).
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April 7, 2024
Admiral R. Hari Kumar on farewell visit to Southern Naval CommandAdmiral R. Hari Kumar, Chief of the Naval Staff along with Kala Hari Kumar, President Navy Welfare and Wellness Association (NWWA) were on farewell visit to Southern Naval Command (SNC), Kochi from April 3–6, 2024.
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April 6, 2024
In a joint operation, ICG seizes 4.9 kilograms of foreign-origin gold off Mandapam coast in Tamil NaduAdmiral R. Hari Kumar, Chief of the Naval Staff, during his visit to Southern Naval Command, Kochi, awarded 'On the Spot Unit Citation' to INS Sharda for successful conduct of anti-piracy operations.
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April 6, 2024
INS Sharda Awarded on the Spot Unit Citation for Anti Piracy OperationsAdmiral R. Hari Kumar, Chief of the Naval Staff, during his visit to Southern Naval Command, Kochi, awarded 'On the Spot Unit Citation' to INS Sharda for successful conduct of anti-piracy operations.
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April 5, 2024
CDS General Anil Chauhan underscores need for Military Leaders to adapt to changing character of WarChief of Defence Staff General Anil Chauhan has highlighted the need for Military Leaders to adapt to the changing character of war and underscored the importance of inter services synergy.
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April 5, 2024
Indian Coast Guard rescues 27 Bangladeshi fishermen; hands over them to Bangladesh Coast GuardIn the Meantime Indian Coast Guard Regional Headquarters at Kolkata established communication with Bangladesh Coast Guard and informed them about the incident and plan of action.
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April 4, 2024
Indian Coast Guard evacuates critically injured crew from a fishing boat in Gulf of KhambatIndian Coast Guard Station Pipavav evacuated one critically injured patient aged - 37 yrs, from an Indian Fishing Boat named Pushkar Raj, 50 km from the coast in Gulf of Khambat on April 3, 2024.
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April 4, 2024
Damen Naval orders RENK gearboxes for Anti-Submarine Warfare frigatesDamen Naval has contracted RENK to supply the gearbox systems for the new Anti-Submarine Warfare (ASW) frigates. The Dutch shipyard is building four new frigates, two each for the Royal Netherlands Navy and the Belgian navy.
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April 3, 2024
Visit by Vice Admiral Mark Hammond, Chief of Royal Australian NavyDuring his official visit to India, Vice Admiral Mark Hammond, Chief of Royal Australian Navy, interacted with Admiral R. Hari Kumar, Chief of the Naval Staff, Indian Navy at New Delhi on April 3, 2024.
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April 2, 2024
Brazilian Navy and Embraer sign innovation partnership agreementThe cooperation will support the development of on-board Surface Search and Coastal Surveillance Radars
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April 2, 2024
ICG's Pollution Control Vessel Samudra Paheredar makes a port call in Vietnam as part of its overseas deployment to ASEAN countriesIndian Coast Guard (ICG) Pollution Control Vessel Samudra Paheredar, with an integral helicopter, made a port call at Ho Chi Minh, Vietnam on April 2, 2024
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April 1, 2024
Visit by Admiral Adoong Pan-Iam Commander-in-Chief Royal Thai NavyThe second edition of India-Mozambique-Tanzania Trilateral Exercise concluded at Nacala, Mozambique on March 28, 2024.
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March 31, 2024
Closing Ceremony – Exercise Tiger Triumph 2024The Closing Ceremony of the Bilateral Tri-Service Humanitarian Assistance and Disaster Relief (HADR) Amphibious Exercise between India and US, Tiger Triumph 2024 was held onboard USS Somerset on March 30, 2024.
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March 31, 2024
INSV Tarini Flagged Off for Return Voyage from Port LouisINSV Tarini on transoceanic sailing expedition set sail from Port Louis, Mauritius on March 30, 2024. The sailing vessel crewed by the resilient duo of Lt Cdr Roopa A and Lt Cdr Dilna K will undertake return voyage to Goa covering a distance of approx 2900 nm.
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March 29, 2024
CNS Admiral R. Hari Kumar addresses Future Leadership of Indian Armed Forces attending the 79 Staff Course at DSSC, WellingtonChief of the Naval Staff Admiral R. Hari Kumar visited DSSC, Wellington on March 28, 2024 and addressed the Future Leadership of the Indian Armed Forces attending the 79 Staff Course.
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March 29, 2024
India-Mozambique–Tanzania Trilateral (IMT TRILAT 24) Exercise concludes at Nacala, MozambiqueThe second edition of India-Mozambique-Tanzania Trilateral Exercise concluded at Nacala, Mozambique on March 28, 2024.
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March 29, 2024
Defence Secretary visits Indian Coast Guard facilities in the North West RegionGiridhar Aramane inaugurates infrastructure for Hovercraft Maintenance Unit at Okha
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March 29, 2024
METOC Seminar 'Meghayan 2024' – An Insight into the Frontline of Climate ChangeThe World Meteorological Day is commemorated every year on 23rd March. It marks the origin of World Meteorological Organization (WMO) on March 23, 1950 and signifies the invaluable contribution and essential role of the meteorologists in this field.
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March 29, 2024
Delivery of Ammunition Cum Torpedo Cum Missile Barge, LSAM 18 (YARD 128), Part of 11 X Ammunition Cum Torpedo Cum Missile (ACTCM) Project at Naval Dockyard, Mumbai for NAD (Karanja)The delivery of 'Ammunition Cum Torpedo Cum Missile Barge, LSAM 18', part of 11 X ACTCM Barge Project, built by MSME Shipyard, Suryadipta Projects Pvt Ltd...
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March 26, 2024
As part of overseas deployment to ASEAN countries, ICG Ship Samudra Paheredar arrives at Manila Bay, PhilippinesIndian Coast Guard ship Samudra Paheredar, a specialised Pollution Control Vessel, arrived at Manila Bay, Philippines on March 25, 2024 on a three-day visit.
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March 23, 2024
Visit of the Chief of the Naval Staff to Eastern Naval Command, VisakhapatnamAdmiral R. Hari Kumar, Chief of the Naval Staff, and Kala Hari Kumar, President of the Naval Welfare and Wellness Association (NWWA) embarked on a significant three-day visit to the Eastern Naval Command, Visakhapatnam on March 21–23, 2024.
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March 23, 2024
Indian Navy's Ongoing Maritime Security Operations ('Op Sankalp')Indian Navy has responded to the manifestation of Israel - Hamas conflict in the maritime domain by re-orienting and significantly enhancing the scope of its ongoing maritime security operations since mid-December 2023.
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March 21, 2024
India-Mozambique-Tanzania Trilateral Exercise IMT TRILAT-2024INS Tir and INS Sujata will participate in the forthcoming second edition of India Mozambique Tanzania (IMT) Tri Lateral (TRILAT) Exercise, a joint maritime exercise scheduled from March 21-29, 2024.
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March 20, 2024
Station Commanders' Workshop Concludes at Naval Headquarters, New DelhiAdmiral R. Hari Kumar, Chief of the Naval Staff (CNS), along with Kala Hari Kumar, President Naval Welfare and Wellness Association (NWWA) addressed the Station Commanders, at the Workshop being held for the first time at New Delhi.
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March 20, 2024
GA-ASI Tests Sonobuoy Dispensing System with MQ-9B SeaGuardianOn February 27, 2024, General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc. (GA-ASI), in cooperation with the Naval Air Systems Command (NAVAIR)...
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March 19, 2024
Exercise Tiger Triumph – 24The Opening Ceremony of the Bilateral Tri-Service Humanitarian Assistance and Disaster Relief (HADR) Amphibious Exercise between India and US, Tiger Triumph, was held onboard INS Jalashwa today March 19, 2024.
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March 19, 2024
Memorandum of Understanding between Indian Navy and IIT KharagpurIndian Navy & IIT Kharagpur joins forces to drive innovation through research partnership
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March 19, 2024
Raksha Mantri Trophy for Armed Forces Medical Services' Best & Second Best Command Hospitals for Year 2022 Given AwayCommand Hospital (Southern Command), Pune & Command Hospital (Central Command), Lucknow judged as Best and Second Best Command Hospitals
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March 19, 2024
International Strategic Engagement Programme (IN STEP)IN STEP has been explicitly curated as a two week strategic engagement at NDC New Delhi under the aegis of NSCS and MEA.
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March 18, 2024
Exercise Tiger Triumph – 24In consonance with the established partnership between India and the US, a bilateral tri-Service Humanitarian Assistance and Disaster Relief (HADR) Exercise between both countries, Tiger Triumph – 24, is scheduled on the Eastern Seaboard from March 18 to 31, 2024.
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March 16, 2024
Anti-Piracy Operations against Pirate Ship MV Ruen by Indian NavyINS Kolkata, mission-deployed in the Arabian Sea, through the sustained high tempo of operations lasting over 40 hrs, has thwarted the designs of the Somali pirates to hijack ships transiting through the region by intercepting the pirate ship MV Ruen, on March 16, 2024.
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March 16, 2024
Passing Out Parade of Agniveers 02/23 Batch at INS ChilkaA spectacular Passing Out Parade (POP) of third batch of Agniveers (02/2023) was held at INS Chilka, at Odisha on March 15, 2024.
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March 15, 2024
Defence Minister Rajnath Singh inaugurates the newly-constructed Headquarters of the Indian Navy 'Nausena Bhawan' at Delhi Cantt.Nausena Bhawan, the newly-constructed Headquarters of the Indian Navy, located at Delhi Cantt. was officially inaugurated by Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on March 15, 2024.
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March 15, 2024
MoD signs contract worth over ₹2,890 crore with HAL for Mid Life Upgrade of 25 Dornier Aircraft of Indian NavyThe Ministry of Defence signed a contract with Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL) on March 15, 2024 for Mid Life Upgrade (MLU) of 25 Dornier Aircraft along with associated equipment for the Indian Navy at a cost of ₹2,890 crore.
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March 15, 2024
First Training Squadron Enhances Bilateral Relations During Visit to Port LouisThe First Training Squadron (1TS), comprising INS Tir and CGS Sarathi, concluded visit to Port Louis, Mauritius, as part of their Long Range Training Deployment.
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March 14, 2024
Launch of 25T Bollard Pull Tug, Bajrang at Shoft Shipyard Pvt Ltd, Bharuch, GujaratThird 25T Bollard Pull (BP) Tug, Bajrang was launched by Cmde V. Pravin, AWPS (Mbi) on March 14, 2024 at Shoft Shipyard Pvt Ltd, Bharuch, Gujarat. This Tug is a proud flag bearer of "Make in India" initiative of Government of India.
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March 14, 2024
Curtain Raiser Passing Out Parade of Third Batch of Agniveers at INS ChilkaThe Passing Out Parade (POP) of the third batch of Agniveers is scheduled at INS Chilka on March 15 2024.
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March 13, 2024
Ministry of Defence signs contracts worth ₹8,073 crore with HALMoD signs contracts worth ₹8,073 crore with HAL for acquisition of 34 Advanced Light Helicopters (ALH) Dhruv Mk III for Indian Army & Indian Coast Guard
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March 13, 2024
Launch of 'Agray' and 'Akshay' Fifth and Sixth Ship of ASW SWC (GRSE) Project at GRSE Kolkata'Agray' and 'Akshay', the 5th and 6th ships of 08 x ASW Shallow Water Craft (SWC) Project being built by M/S GRSE for Indian Navy, were launched on March 13, 2024 at GRSE, Kolkata.
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March 12, 2024
Prime Minister witnesses 'Bharat Shakti' – a Tri-Services Firing and Manoeuvre Exercise in Pokhran, Rajasthan“Today, once again, Pokhran is witnessing the triveni of India's Atmanirbharta, self-confidence and its glory” —Prime Minister Narendra Modi
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March 12, 2024
Launch and Keel Laying of 25T Bollard Pull Tug Bahubali and Yuvan at Titagarh Rail Systems Limited, KolkataSecond 25T Bollard Pull Tug, Bahubali was launched and Keel for the 4th 25T BP Tug, Yuvan was laid by Cmde Atul Maini, President SSB (Kolkata) on March 12, 2024 at Titagarh Rail Systems Limited, Kolkata.
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March 12, 2024
In a joint operation, Indian Coast Guard apprehends Pakistani Boat in Arabian Sea near PorbandarIn an overnight joint operation during intervening nights of March 11 & 12, 2024, the Indian Coast Guard (ICG), based on intelligence inputs, apprehended a Pakistani Boat with 6 crew and narcotics onboard, worth approximately ₹480 crore.
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March 10, 2024
Launch of 25T Bollard Pull Tug, Baljeet (YARD 306) at Shoft Shipyard Pvt Ltd, Bharuch, Gujarat25T Bollard Pull (BP) Tug, Baljeet was launched by Cmde Rajat Nagar, WPS (Mbi) on March 10, 2024 at Shoft Shipyard Pvt Ltd, Bharuch, Gujarat. This Tug is a proud flag bearer of "Make in India" initiative of Government of India.
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March 9, 2024
Naval Commanders' Conference 24/1The first edition of the Biannual Naval Commanders' Conference 2024 was conducted from March 5 to 8, 2024. The Conference is an institutional forum that enables deliberations on important maritime security issues at the Military-Strategic level.
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March 9, 2024
India-US Maritime Security Exercise 'Sea Defenders-2024' culminates at Port BlairFour-day Exercise enhances maritime cooperation and interoperability between ICG & USCG
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March 8, 2024
Andaman & Nicobar Command carries out maiden all-women maritime surveillance missionA maiden all-women maritime surveillance mission was undertaken by the Andaman & Nicobar Command on the 40th anniversary of INAS 318 and International Women's Day on March 8, 2024.
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March 6, 2024
Indian Navy Commissions INS Jatayu at Minicoy, Strengthening Foothold in Lakshadweep IslandINS Jatayu was commissioned at Minicoy island, Lakshadweep in presence of Admiral R. Hari Kumar, the Chief of Naval Staff, Administrator of Lakshadweep, Praful K. Patel, Vice Admiral V. Srinivas, Flag Officer Commanding-in-Chief, Southern Naval Command on March 6, 2024.
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March 5, 2024
1st Naval Commanders' Conference of 2024: Defence Minister witnesses 'twin-carrier operations', a testament to Indian Navy's growing capabilities towards safeguarding maritime interestsThe first edition of the Naval Commanders' Conference of 2024 commenced on March 5, 2024.
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March 4, 2024
DefConnect 2024: Defence Minister launches ADITI scheme to promote innovations in critical & strategic defence technologiesADITI scheme will nurture youth's innovation & help India leap forward in the field of technology: Rajnath Singh
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March 3, 2024
MH-60R 'Seahawks' to be commissioned into the Indian Navy as the INAS 334 SquadronThe Indian Navy will commission the newly inducted MH-60R Seahawk (a maritime variant of the Blackhawk helicopter) multi-role helicopter on March 6, 2024 at INS Garuda, Kochi marking a pivotal moment in India's Defence modernisation journey.
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March 1, 2024
Another major boost to Aatmnirbharta in defence: Ministry of Defence signs five major capital acquisition contracts worth 39,125.39 croreContracts exchanged in presence of Defence Minister Rajnath Singh
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February 25, 2024
DRDO hands over 23 Licensing Agreements for Transfer of Technology to industries during Maharashtra MSME Defence Expo 2024Domains include electronics, laser technology, combat vehicles, naval systems & aeronautics
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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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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
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 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 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 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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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 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 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 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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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 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
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 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
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 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 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 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 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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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
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 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 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 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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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 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
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 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 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 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 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 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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June 6, 2023
Defence Minister & Defence Minister of Germany hold talks to enhance bilateral defence cooperation, particularly industrial partnershipDefence Minister Rajnath Singh held a bilateral meeting with German Federal Minister of Defence Boris Pistorius in New Delhi on June 6, 2023.
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June 5, 2023
Defence Minister Rajnath Singh & US Secretary of Defence Lloyd Austin hold talks in New DelhiDefence Minister Rajnath Singh held a bilateral meeting with US Secretary of Defence Lloyd Austin in New Delhi on June 5, 2023. The meeting was warm and cordial.
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May 31, 2023
P. Upadhyay INAS takes over as Director General of Naval ArmamentP. Upadhyay, INAS has taken over as Director General of Naval Armament (DGONA) at IHQ MoD (Navy) from KSC lyer, who superannuated on May 31, 2023. P. Upadhyay, belongs to 1987 batch of Indian Naval Armament Service.
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May 9, 2023
Defence Minister Rajnath Singh meets Israeli Foreign Minister Eli Cohen in New Delhi; Calls for increased investments by Israeli companies in India for co-production of defence equipmentIsrael conveys its willingness to partner with India in advanced technologies
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April 18, 2023
Vice Admiral Krishna Swaminathan assumes charge as Controller of Personnel Services Indian NavyVice Admiral Krishna Swaminathan assumed charge as Controller of Personnel Services on April 17, 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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April 2, 2023
Vice Admiral Sanjay Jasjit Singh, assumes charge as Vice Chief of the Naval StaffVice Admiral Sanjay Jasjit Singh, assumed the appointment of the Vice Chief of Naval Staff on April 1, 2023. On assumption VAdm Sanjay Jasjit Singh paid homage to the bravehearts at the National War Memorial and reviewed the Guard of Honour at South Block, New Delhi on April 2, 2023.
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April 1, 2023
Vice Admiral Atul Anand takes over as Director General Naval Operations (DGNO)Vice Admiral Atul Anand assumed charge as the Director General Naval Operations on April 1, 2023. He was commissioned on 01 January 1988 into the Executive Branch of the Indian Navy.
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April 1, 2023
Vice Admiral Suraj Berry assumes charge as Chief of Personnel of Indian NavyVAdm Suraj Berry, assumed charge as Chief of Personnel on April 1, 2023. The Flag Officer was commissioned on January 1, 1987 and is a specialist in Gunnery and Missile Warfare.
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March 31, 2023
Navantia's S-81 'Isaac Peral' submarine successfully performs its first diveThe S-81 has passed a major milestone, with its first static dive, on the way to full operation
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March 14, 2023
Israel Aerospace Industries and Daronmont Technologies have signed an MOUIsrael Aerospace Industries (IAI) has signed an MOU with defence leader Daronmont Technologies, to deliver advanced air and missile defence capabilities within the framework of Australian MOD Tender (AIR-6502) for the purchase of defence systems and other ADF programs.
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March 8, 2023
IAI's Annual Financial Statements 2022 - the Best Year Since the Company's Inception44% growth in net income to approx. USD 213 million - highest since inception. Positive cash flows from operating activities of approx. USD 797 million - 445% higher than last year. Dramatic leap in order backlog to approx. USD 15.6 billion.
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March 7, 2023
Aatmanirbhar Bharat: Contracts for procurement of 70 HTT-40 Basic Trainer Aircraft from HAL & three Cadet Training Ships from L&T signed in the presence of Defence Minister Rajnath Singh in New DelhiMinistry of Defence, on March 7, 2023, signed contracts with Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL) and Larsen & Toubro Limited (L&T) for procurement of 70 HTT-40...
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March 6, 2023
Defence Minister reviews operational capabilities of Indian Navy during Naval Commanders' Conference aboard INS VikrantDefence Minister Rajnath Singh reviewed the operational capabilities of the Indian Navy during the Naval Commanders' Conference held aboard India's first Indigenous Aircraft Carrier INS Vikrant on March 6, 2023.
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February 6, 2023
Maiden landing of LCA Navy and MiG-29K fighter aircraft onboard INS VikrantINS Vikrant is the first indigenous Aircraft Carrier and the most complex warship ever built by our country.
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September 2, 2022
Prime Minister Narendra Modi commissions India's first indigenous aircraft carrier as INS VikrantINS Vikrant has been made using indigenous equipment and machinery supplied by India's major industrial houses as well as over 100 MSMEs. It is the largest ship ever built in maritime history of India and houses state of the art automation features.

