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Visakhapatnam (Andhra Pradesh) [India], April 3 (ANI): Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Friday commissioned the advanced stealth frigate INS Taragiri in Visakhapatnam. The warship is an advanced stealth frigate under Project 17A of the Indian Navy. Indian Navy chief Admiral Dinesh Kumar Tripathi and Chief of Defence Staff Anil Chauhan were among the attendees, along with other senior Indian Navy officials. Also Read | Bihar Hooch Tragedy: 4 Dead, Dozens Ill After Consuming Liquor Allegedly Mi ...Read More >
VISAKHAPATNAM: India's push towards self-reliant naval power and modernisation received another significant boost as the indigenous stealth frigate Taragiri, armed with cutting-edge weaponry including supersonic BrahMos missiles, is set to be commissioned into the Indian Navy on Friday (April 3).Built by Mazagon Dock Shipbuilders Limited (MDL) in Mumbai, Taragiri represents a generational leap over earlier warship designs. With its sleeker form and significantly reduced radar cross-section, the ...Read More >
Visakhapatnam (Andhra Pradesh) [India], April 3 (ANI): Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Friday commissioned the advanced stealth frigate INS Taragiri in Visakhapatnam. The warship is an advanced stealth frigate under Project 17A of the Indian Navy. Indian Navy chief Admiral Dinesh Kumar Tripathi and Chief of Defence Staff Anil Chauhan were among the attendees, along with other senior Indian Navy officials. The induction of Taragiri comes at a time when the strategic and maritime importance of ...Read More >
New Delhi, April 3 (SocialNews.XYZ) Union Defence Minister Rajnath Singh will be in Visakhapatnam on Friday to attend the commissioning ceremony of the advanced stealth frigate INS Taragiri. Announcing the visit on X on Thursday, Singh said: "...03 April, I shall be in Visakhapatnam to attend the Commissioning Ceremony of the advanced stealth Frigate 'Taragiri'. This commissioning highlights the strategic and maritime importance of India's eastern seaboard as well as the Indian Navy's sustained ...Read More >
VISAKHAPATNAM: On April 3, the Eastern Naval Command (ENC) formally inducts INS Taragiri (F41) into its fleet. The 6,670-tonne Project 17A frigate arrived in Visakhapatnam following a construction timeline that began with its keel laying in September 2020 and its delivery by Mazagon Dock Shipbuilders Limited in 2025. While the ship is a significant engineering achievement, built with over 75% indigenous content and the contribution of 200 MSMEs, the focus for its crew is the transition from a ...Read More >
Visakhapatnam: Defence Minister Rajnath Singh is set to commission the indigenously built advanced stealth frigate Taragiri here on Friday, underscoring the strategic importance of India's eastern seaboard. The commissioning ceremony will be held in the presence of senior naval officials and other dignitaries at the naval dockyard here, an official source from Eastern Naval Command (ENS) said. "I shall be in Visakhapatnam to commission the advanced stealth frigate Taragiri...This commissioning ...Read More >
Visakhapatnam, Apr 3 (PTI) Defence Minister Rajnath Singh is set to commission the indigenously built advanced stealth frigate Taragiri here on Friday, underscoring the strategic importance of India's eastern seaboard. The commissioning ceremony will be held in the presence of senior naval officials and other dignitaries at the naval dockyard here, an official source from Eastern Naval Command (ENS) said. "I shall be in Visakhapatnam to commission the advanced stealth frigate Taragiri...This c ...Read More >
India was ready to strike Pakistan from sea during Operation Sindoor, Chief of the Naval Staff, Admiral Dinesh K Tripathi has reportedly said, months after the military action from India that took place in May 2025. During an address at the Naval Investiture Ceremony, the Navy chief heaped praise on Operation Sindoor and said it reflected the resolve of the Indian Navy. He said that the Navy maintained a highly aggressive posture throughout the period, and added: "It is not a hidden fact anymor ...Read More >
NEW DELHI: Chief of the Naval Staff Admiral Dinesh K Tripathi said on Thursday the Indian Navy was just minutes away from launching strikes on Pakistan from the sea during Operation Sindoor, when Pakistan requested a halt to kinetic actions. Speaking at the Naval Investiture Ceremony, Admiral Tripathi said, "Operation Sindoor demonstrated exemplary readiness and resolve of the Indian Navy, as our units undertook swift deployment and maintained a highly aggressive posture throughout the period. I ...Read More >
New Delhi, April 2: Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Thursday said under the leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, India has achieved a historic milestone in defence exports, reaching an all-time high of ₹38,424 crore in the fiscal year 2025-26, marking a significant 62.66% growth over the previous year. In a post on X, Singh said that this jump from the previous year reflects global trust in India's indigenous capabilities and advanced manufacturing strength. "Under the inspiring leader ...Read More >
New Delhi: Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Thursday said that under Prime Minister Narendra Modi's leadership, India has achieved a historic milestone in defence exports, reaching an all-time high of ₹38,424 crore in FY 2025-26. This marks a significant growth of 62.66% over the previous fiscal year. In a post on X, Singh said the sharp rise reflects growing global trust in India's indigenous capabilities and advanced manufacturing strength. He noted that the increase of ₹14,802 crore highlig ...Read More >
New Delhi [India], April 2 (ANI): Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Thursday said under the leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, India has achieved a historic milestone in defence exports, reaching an all-time high of ₹38,424 crore in the fiscal year 2025-26, marking a significant 62.66% growth over the previous year. In a post on X, Singh said that this jump from the previous year reflects global trust in India's indigenous capabilities and advanced manufacturing strength. "Under the i ...Read More >
KOCHI: The Cochin Shipyard Ltd (CSL) delivered the second anti-submarine warfare shallow water craft to the Indian Navy on Tuesday. The CSL had signed a Rs 6,311-crore contract with the Navy in 2019, to construct eight Anti-Submarine Warfare Shallow Water Craft. The first vessel of the series was delivered in October 2025. The vessel, named Malwan, has been indigenously designed and constructed by the CSL according to the Navy's specifications. 'Malwan' draws its name from the historic coastal ...Read More >
Indian Navy receives Malwan, second indigenous shallow water anti submarine warfare craft from Cochin Shipyard, boosting Atmanirbhar Bharat and coastal defence capabilities. In a boost to India's indigenous defence manufacturing programme, the Indian Navy has taken delivery of 'Malwan', the second Anti-Submarine Warfare Shallow Water Craft (ASW SWC) built by Cochin Shipyard Limited in Kochi. The induction marks another milestone under the government's Atmanirbhar Bharat push to strengthen self- ...Read More >
NEW DELHI: Indian Navy on Tuesday received the delivery of 'Malwan', the second anti-submarine warfare shallow water craft, built by Cochin Shipyard Limited in Kochi. On the same day, the Navy also launched a next-generation offshore patrol vessel built at Goa Shipyard.INS Malwan draws its name from the coastal town of Malwan in Maharashtra, a region intrinsically linked to the illustrious maritime heritage of Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj, and also encapsulates the legacy of the erstwhile INS Mal ...Read More >
The Indian Navy on Tuesday received INS Malwan - the second Anti-Submarine Warfare Shallow Water Craft (ASW SWC) built by Cochin Shipyard Limited in Kochi, a government statement said. The vessel is part of a series of eight ships being constructed to strengthen India's coastal defence and underwater surveillance capabilities. Designed and built indigenously by CSL in accordance with Indian Navy requirements and the classification standards of DNV - a globally recognised Norway-based classifica ...Read More >
Visakhapatnam: In a major boost to indigenous warship building and strengthen maritime capabilities, the fifth ship of Nilgiri Class (Project 17A) Dunagiri (Yard 3023) and the last Survey Vessel (Large) ship Sanshodhak (Yard 3028), steered by the Indian Navy's Warship Design Bureau, were delivered to the Indian Navy. Built at Garden Reach Shipbuilding and Engineers Ltd (GRSE), the ships are equipped with not just indigenous content but also advanced systems. The induction of these warships mark ...Read More >
Panaji, Mar 31 (PTI) Deputy Chief of Naval Staff Vice Admiral Tarun Sobti on Tuesday said the recent global developments reaffirm the need for a strong navy and with rising strategic competitions and conflicts, the Indian Navy remains the prime manifestation of the country's maritime power. He was addressing a gathering during the launch of the first Next Generation Offshore Patrol Vessel (NGOPV) built by Goa Shipyard Limited in Vasco. "India's identity as a maritime nation is defined by its g ...Read More >
Panaji: The war in West Asia, and the resultant energy crisis, is yet another reminder that a strong navy is critical for India to secure its trade routes and strategic objectives, said deputy chief of naval staff vice admiral Tarun Sobti on Tuesday. Sobti was speaking at the launch of a naval warship INS Shachi at Goa Shipyard Limited."With rising strategic competition and conflicts, Indian Navy continues to remain the prime manifestation of th country's maritime power and a very important inst ...Read More >
NEW DELHI: A day before Zionist entity and the United States attacked Iran on February 28, the Indian flagged LPG tanker Pine Gas loaded cargo at the United Arab Emirates' Ruwais port, hoping to reach home within a week. However, it would be nearly three weeks before the vessel safely transited the Strait of Hormuz, after Iran began selectively allowing ships through the narrow waterway. Pine Gas Chief Officer Sohan Lal said the ship's 27 Indian crew had seen missiles and drones flying overhead ...Read More >
NEW DELHI, March 31 (Reuters) - A day before Israel and the United States attacked Iran on February 28, the Indian‑flagged LPG tanker Pine Gas loaded cargo at the United Arab Emirates' Ruwais port, hoping to reach home within a week. However, it would be nearly three weeks before the vessel safely transited the Strait of Hormuz, after Iran began selectively allowing ships through the narrow waterway. Pine Gas Chief Officer Sohan Lal said the ship's 27 Indian crew had seen missiles and drones f ...Read More >
NEW DELHI, March 31 (Reuters) - A day before Israel and the United States attacked Iran on February 28, the Indian‑flagged LPG tanker Pine Gas loaded cargo at the United Arab Emirates' Ruwais port, hoping to reach home within a week. However, it would be nearly three weeks before the vessel safely transited the Strait of Hormuz, after Iran began selectively allowing ships through the narrow waterway. Pine Gas Chief Officer Sohan Lal said the ship's 27 Indian crew had seen missiles and dro ...Read More >
NEW DELHI, March 31 (Reuters) - A day before Israel and the United States attacked Iran on February 28, the Indian‑flagged LPG tanker Pine Gas loaded cargo at the United Arab Emirates' Ruwais port, hoping to reach home within a week. However, it would be nearly three weeks before the vessel safely transited the Strait of Hormuz, after Iran began selectively allowing ships through the narrow waterway. Pine Gas Chief Officer Sohan Lal said the ship's 27 Indian crew had seen missiles and drones f ...Read More >
Panaji, Mar 31: Deputy Chief of Naval Staff Vice Admiral Tarun Sobti, on Tuesday, said the recent global developments reaffirm the need for a strong navy and with rising strategic competitions and conflicts, the Indian Navy remains the prime manifestation of the country's maritime power. Addressing a gathering during the launch of the first Next Generation Offshore Patrol Vessel (NGOPV) built by Goa Shipyard Limited in Vasco, Vice Admiral Sobti, while citing the ongoing crisis in West Asia, sai ...Read More >
NEW DELHI: In a big boost to India's maritime strength amid the increasing presence of China in the Indian Ocean Region, the Indian Navy on Monday received deliveries of two warships, including a stealth frigate, and one large survey ship from Garden Reach Shipbuilding and Engineers Ltd (GRSE) in Kolkata in just one day.While Dunagiri is the fifth warship of Nilgiri class made under the Project 17A and delivered to the Navy in the last 16 months, Agray is the fourth of eight Arnala class anti-su ...Read More >
New Delhi: Close on the heels of his visit here, Russian President Vladimir Putin has signed a law ratifying the agreement between Russia and India, which outlines the procedure for sending military formations, warships and aircraft to the territories of both countries. This agreement pertains to the Reciprocal Exchange of Logistics Agreement (RELOS). The official document was published on the website of Russia's legal acts. ...Read More >
Ranchi, Nov 20 (PTI) SAIL's Bokaro steel plant on Thursday said it has signed a licencing agreement with DRDO's Defence Metallurgical Research Laboratory (DMRL) for transfer of technology. By this pact, Bokaro steel plant will utilise the technology to manufacture special steel used in defence applications. "By this agreement, DRDO grants a non-inclusive licence to utilise the technology for the manufacture of DMR 249A steel sheets for naval applications in India and sell to Indian armed force ...Read More >
Mumbai: Mazagon Dock Shipbuilding Ltd (MDL) plans to build amphibious warships in Gujarat after signing a binding deal with Swan Defence and Heavy Industries at India Maritime Week Summit this week. They will bid jointly for four landing platform dock vessels worth around Rs 33,000 crore that the defence ministry plans to tender soon.Biju George, director (shipbuilding), MDL, said, "Our agreement is not just an MoU but a legal contract. Under this, Swan Defence's dock at Pipavav (Gujarat) will h ...Read More >
Cochin Shipyard Limited has delivered 'Mahe', the first of eight Anti-Submarine Warfare Shallow Water Craft, to the Indian Navy. This warship is the largest Indian Naval vessel propelled by a Diesel Engine-Waterjet combination. It is designed for underwater surveillance and search and rescue operations. The induction of these ships will significantly boost the Navy's shallow water anti-submarine warfare capabilities. Cochin Shipyard Limited on Thursday delivered 'Mahe', the first of the eight A ...Read More >
INS Trikand was deployed in the Gulf of Aden for maritime security operations. New Delhi: Indian warship INS Trikand carried out a rescue mission on board a Cameroon-flagged commercial carrier off the coast of Djibouti after the vessel caught fire, in which two crew members were killed. Photo Credit: Image posted on X by @indiannavy The vessel, MT Falcon, had 26 crew members (one British and 25 Indians), and 24 of them were rescued by merchant ships in the vicinity, according to the Indian N ...Read More >
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