Indian Navy

From Drone, missile Strikes to blackouts, sirens, India foils Pakistan's overnight air attacks with advanced defence systems

From drone, missile strikes to blackouts: What happened in last 12 hours amid Indo-PAK conflict

Air raid sirens were sounded in the Union Territory – Chandigarh on Friday morning (around 9:30 am), following an air warning received from the Air Force station surrounding a possible aerial attack. People were advised to remain indoors and away from balconies, according to a message issued by the Deputy Commissioner, Chandigarh. Later in a post at 10.16 a.m. Chandigarh admin said the alert has ended for the time being.

8 days ago

India vs Pakistan conflict Live updates: Indian Navy attacks Karachi port with INS Vikrant; visuals and photos surface

Fact Check: INS Vikrant has not attacked Karachi port under 'Operation Sindoor'

Amid ongoing military tensions between India and Pakistan, several media outlets and social media channels have claimed that the Indian Navy, through aircraft carrier INS Vikrant, has launched strikes on Karachi, causing widespread fires and damage, including at the port.

8 days ago

Indian Navy conducts anti-ship firing drills, says fully prepared for combat

Demonstrating its preparedness to take on any challenge by its enemies, the Indian Navy on Sunday successfully carried out an anti-ship missile exercise, and said that it is fully prepared for combat at any time, anywhere and in any manner to safeguard the maritime interests of the country.

19 days ago

IMO Secretary General hails India's role in sustainable shipping, seafarer welfare

International Maritime Organisation (IMO) Secretary General, Arsenio Dominguez, has lauded India's role in sustainable shipping and seafarer welfare; reinforcing maritime cooperation.

Feb 22, 2025

'Booster shot for self-reliance': Govt signs Rs 2,960 crore deal with Bharat Dynamics to make missiles for Indian Navy

The Ministry of Defence on Thursday signed a contract with Bharat Dynamics Ltd (BDL) for the supply of medium-range surface-to-air missiles (MRSAM) to the Indian Navy at a cost of approximately Rs 2,960 crore.

Jan 16, 2025

Indian Navy deploys special team for rescue operation in Assam

Indian Navy deploys team for rescue operation in Assam's inundated coal mine

The Indian Navy has mobilized a specialised team to assist in the rescue of miners trapped in Umrangso, a remote industrial town in the Dima Hasao district of Assam. So far the body of one of the trapped labourers has been recovered by the para divers.

Jan 8, 2025

Indian Navy speedboat-ferry crash: Admiral condoles tragedy; probe ordered

Chief of Naval Staff Admiral Dinesh K. Tripathi and the Indian Navy on Thursday offered condolences to grieving families of victims who lost their lives in the naval speedboat and passenger ferry collision in the Arabian Sea on Wednesday, even as the search continues for 2 missing persons.

Dec 20, 2024

Adani Defence hands over 2nd Drishti-10 drone to Indian Navy to enhance maritime security

In a bid to boost the country's maritime surveillance capabilities, Adani Defence and Aerospace has handed over a second Drishti-10 Starliner surveillance drone to the Indian Navy.

Dec 4, 2024

PM Modi extends heartfelt wishes on Indian Navy Day, salutes maritime heroes

PM Modi extends wishes on Navy Day, salutes maritime heroes

On the occasion of Navy Day, Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday expressed his admiration and gratitude towards the Indian Navy, highlighting their pivotal role in safeguarding the nation's maritime interests.

Dec 4, 2024

PM Modi vows to address tribal concerns and infiltration at Jharkhand rally

PM Modi on 3-day visit in Odisha, to address DG/IGP Conference

Prime Minister Narendra Modi launched a scathing attack on opposition parties during a public meeting.

Nov 30, 2024

Russian submarine Ufa receives warm welcome at Kochi port

Pacific Fleet's mission: Russian submarine Ufa docks at Kochi port, receives warm welcome by Indian Navy

In a significant development, the Russian submarine 'Ufa' docked at the Kochi port in Kerala on Tuesday and was given warm welcome by the Indian Navy.

Oct 22, 2024

Indian Navy's INS Shivalik joins RIMPAC 2024, world's largest international maritime exercise

The Indian Navy's INS Shivalik has arrived at Pearl Harbour to participate in the 29th RIMPAC exercise. The exercise, hosted by the US Pacific Fleet, aims to enhance interoperability and contribute to Indo-Pacific peace.

Jun 30, 2024

16-year-old Indian girl scales Mount Everest, aims to conquer Antartica's Vinson Massif next

The Indian Navy on Thursday congratulated Kaamya Karthikeyan, a 16-year-old class XII student of Navy Children School in Mumbai, on becoming the youngest Indian and the second youngest girl in the world to summit Mount Everest from the Nepal side.

May 23, 2024

Stealth guided missile destroyer INS Imphal commissioned into Indian Navy

INS Imphal, a stealth guided missile destroyer, was commissioned into Indian Navy on Tuesday. The ship is equipped to fight under nuclear, biological and chemical warfare conditions, the ministry of defence (MoD) said.

Dec 26, 2023

ISRO conducts initial trials of human space mission crew module recovery

The Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) and the Indian Navy carried out initial recovery trials of the crew module as a part of the former's human space mission tests.

Feb 8, 2023

INS Vagir commissioned; adds teeth and stealth to Indian Navy [details]

The fifth submarine in the Kalvari Class, INS Vagir, built by the Mazagaon Dock Shipbuilders Ltd., was commissioned into the Indian Navy here on Monday in the presence of Chief of Naval Staff, Admiral R. Hari Kumar.

Jan 23, 2023

Armenia buys Pinaka rockets from India worth Rs 2,000 crore amid tensions with Azerbaijan

In the fiscal year 2021–2022, India's defence exports reached a record high of Rs 13,000 crore, or "eight times" what they were five years prior.

Sep 30, 2022

INS Vikrant likely to be berthed at Kattupalli port in Chennai [details]

INS Vikrant, the prestigious aircraft carrier of the Indian Navy, dedicated to the nation by Prime Minister Narendra Modi on September 2 at Kochi is likely to be berthed at Kattupalli port, Chennai.

Sep 4, 2022

New ensign for Indian Navy, 1st indigenous aircraft carrier, new projects; PM Modi marks historic event

Prime Minister Narendra Modi will unveil the new Naval Ensign (Nishaan), doing away with the colonial past and befitting the rich Indian maritime heritage.

Aug 30, 2022

Atmanirbhar Bharat in Defence: Rajnath Singh approves 'positive list' to support local manufacturing

The Ministry of Defence (MoD) has established specified dates from December 2023 to December 2028 for the import prohibition of the equipment.

Aug 29, 2022

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