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    • Indian Navy decommissions INS Sindhughosh submarine after 40 years of service

      The submarine was paid off under the command of Lt Cdr Rajat Sharma. Capt KR Ajrekar (retd), the second Commanding Officer of the submarine, was the guest of honour,

    • Indian Navy commissions first indigenous Diving Support Craft DSC A20 in Kochi

      The contract for constructing five Diving Support Craft was signed between the Ministry of Defence and Titagarh Rail System Limited on February 12, 2021.

    • MoU on info exchange on maintenance of Scorpene-class submarines signed during Navy chief's visit to Brazil

      The chief of the naval staff visited Brazil from December 9 to 12. The visit was aimed at strengthening the maritime partnership between India and Brazil.

    • Vice Admiral SM Nanda and the missile-boat commanders of Operation Trident

      How bold leadership, young commanders and a revolutionary naval doctrine reshaped India’s maritime war in 1971.

    • Indian Navy to induct second squadron of MH-60R ‘Romeo’ helicopters: Know their key combat, surveillance features

      MH-60R ‘Romeo’ helicopters: The helicopters have already been fully integrated with fleet operations and have demonstrated their operational value on several occasions

    • Major fix ahead for Navy, Coast Guard fleets: Dhruv helicopters set for overhaul

      Senior officials cited in the report said that these changes will be carried out in batches, with the helicopters expected to be handed back to the forces in about six months.

    • New satellite scans expose Karachi Shipyard infra: Is Pakistan fast-tracking a submarine to match India’s naval edge?

      Posting a GIF compiled from visuals captured over the past two months, Symon noted that new defence infrastructure appears to have emerged at the facility.

    • Navy Day 2025: INS Vikrant, 32 aircraft to feature in Navy Day celebrations at Kerala’s Shangumugham Beach

      Murmu is scheduled to arrive in Thiruvananthapuram at 4.20 p.m., where she will receive a guard of honour before heading to the event

    • Indian Navy Chief reveals Rafale induction timeline; drops big Operation Sindoor message for Pakistan

      Speaking ahead of Navy Day, Admiral Tripathi said ongoing Operation Sindoor had significantly restricted Pakistan Navy's movements, compelling its vessels to remain near their bases and the Makran coast.

    • Indigenous stealth frigate 'Taragiri' delivered to Navy

      'Taragiri' is the fourth P17A ship to be delivered to the Indian Navy in the last 11 months.

    • Aware of China supplying submarines to Pakistan, monitoring situation: Vice Chief of Naval Staff Vice Admiral Sanjay Vatsayan

      China has delivered a second new submarine, equipped with state-of-the-art weapons and sensors, to Pakistan

    • Pakistan bets on Chinese submarines to counter India’s naval dominance: Here's why they won't succeed | Explained

      China’s influence extends beyond shipbuilding. Beijing is also investing heavily in Pakistan’s maritime infrastructure under the China-Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC), part of the Belt and Road Initiative.

    • Indian Navy's indigenously built SVL Ikshak to be commissioned at Kochi on November 6

      'Ikshak' is also the first SVL ship with dedicated women-specific accommodation, reflecting the Indian Navy's inclusive and progressive approach towards a future-ready fleet, a Navy spokesperson said.

    • Indian Navy to commission INS Androth: Key features of latest anti-submarine warfare ship

      INS Androth: The ship's induction is expected to significantly bolster the Navy's ASW capabilities, particularly in countering threats in littoral waters

    • Indian Navy likely to issue Rs 80,000 crore tender for four amphibious warships: Report

      Indian Navy wants the LPDs to serve as platforms capable of operating fixed-wing naval drones, functioning as command and control centres for prolonged shore operations, and offering air defence and offensive capabilities with long-range anti-ship missiles and drones

    • Indian Navy inducts ‘Androth’, boosting anti-submarine and coastal operations

      With over 80% indigenous content, the delivery of Androth demonstrates India’s growing shipbuilding expertise while reducing reliance on foreign imports.

    • Indian Navy deploys Seaking helicopter to contain fire at Visakhapatnam petrochemical complex | Watch

      As part of the coordinated firefighting effort, the Navy’s Seaking helicopter was equipped with an underslung fire bucket and carried out multiple sorties from INS Dega

    • Commissioning of Udaygiri, Himgiri warships: In Vizag address, Rajnath Singh stresses on ‘atmanirbhar mantra’, shares update on Op Sindoor

      He praised the swift and coordinated role of the Indian Navy in Operation Sindoor, noting that the adversary has now understood the Navy’s strength and capabilities.

    • India must remain proactive in countering combined naval threat from China, Pakistan: Parliamentary panel

      New Delhi, Aug 11 The parliamentary panel on external affairs has expressed "concern" over the "escalating Chinese presence and its increasing influence..

    • Stealth frigates Udaygiri, Himagiri to be commissioned in Vizag on August 26

      This will mark the first time that two major surface combatants from two prestigious Indian shipyards are being commissioned at the same time at Visakhapatnam.

    • Another indigenous warship joins Navy as GRSE hands over BrahMos-equipped frigate Himgiri

      Launched in December 2020, Himgiri is equipped with a powerful weapons package, including BrahMos cruise missiles for land and sea strike roles and Barak 8 surface-to-air missiles for air defence.

    • Thee Indian naval ships arrive in Vietnam as part of operational deployment to South East Asia

      The ships were accorded a ceremonial welcome by the Vietnam People’s Navy (VPN), and People’s Committee of Vietnam reflecting the warmth and growing India-Vietnam bilateral relationship

    • Tides of triumph: A saga of Maratha courage and cultural pride

      A comprehensive account of the Maratha Navy and its exploits is still unavailable

    • Indian Navy to commission 'Nistar': All you need to know about first indigenous diving support vessel

      The ship, to be commissioned on July 18, has been indigenously designed and constructed by state-owned Hindustan Shipyard Limited and will join the Eastern Naval Command.

    • Sub Lt Astha Poonia becomes 1st woman to be trained as Indian Navy fighter pilot

      Women are already serving as pilots and officers in maritime reconnaissance roles in the Indian Navy.

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