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Panaji, March 31 Deputy Chief of Naval Staff, Vice Admiral Tarun Sobti, said on Tuesday that 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...

The Indian Navy's IOS SAGAR initiative has achieved a significant milestone in promoting regional maritime cooperation with the successful completion of an intensive Harbour Training Phase at the Southern Naval Command in Kochi. The Ministry of Defence stated that this initiative reinforces...

The Indian Naval Ship Trikand concluded its port call in Victoria, Seychelles, on the 20th of this month. The Ministry of Defence stated that this port call reflects India's vision of mutual and holistic advancement for security and growth across the region – MAHASAGAR – and reinforces the...

Colombo, March 19 US Special Representative for South and Central Asia, Sergio Gor, and Sri Lankan President Anura Kumara Dissanayake, discussed strengthening bilateral relations and Sri Lanka's position on the West Asia crisis on Thursday.Gor's visit to Sri Lanka comes at a time when Sri...

Colombo, March 19 Adani Ports and Special Economic Zone Ltd, operating at the Colombo port's west terminal, has achieved the milestone of handling one million TEUs in its first year of operations."The rapid growth in the Port of Colombo in Sri Lanka underscores the expanding global presence of...

March 19, New Delhi – The 11th edition of the India-Seychelles joint military exercise, 'LAMITIYE', is currently taking place at the Seychelles Defence Academy.The exercise focuses on enhancing joint capabilities in unconventional operations in semi-urban environments and peacekeeping...

New Delhi, March 18 The second edition of Indian Ocean Ship (IOS) SAGAR, a mission aimed at reaffirming India's commitment to building stronger ties with its maritime neighbors, has begun, according to officials.The initiative builds on India's long-standing efforts in maritime cooperation and...

The second edition of Indian Ocean Ship (IOS) SAGAR began on the 16th of this month to reaffirm India's commitment to collaborative maritime security in the Indian Ocean Region. The Ministry of Defence stated that the initiative is based on India's long-standing efforts in maritime cooperation...

New Delhi, March 17 A parliamentary panel has expressed concern over the "strengthening of the China-Pakistan naval nexus," and recommended that India remain "proactive" in countering the combined threat by bolstering its own deterrence capabilities and deepening its strategic alliances with...

New Delhi, March 10 – The Congress party expressed serious concerns on Monday regarding External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar’s statement in Parliament, describing it as “empty” and inadequate in addressing India’s strategic challenges in West Asia.Senior Congress leader Salman Khurshid, on...

New Delhi, March 7 External Affairs Minister (EAM) S Jaishankar explained on Saturday India's decision to allow an Iranian naval vessel to dock in Kochi amid the escalating conflict in West Asia, saying the ships had been "caught in the wrong circumstances".Speaking at the Raisina Dialogue in...

New Delhi, March 5 – The Congress party on Thursday questioned the Narendra Modi government's silence regarding the attack on the Iranian frigate IRIS Dena in international waters off Sri Lanka, which has resulted in the deaths of at least 87 sailors, with many more still missing.Senior party...

Chennai, February 27 The Indian Navy aims to transform into a maritime force with over 200 ships by 2035, and plans to induct 15 additional vessels in 2026, Chief of the Naval Staff Admiral Dinesh K Tripathi said here on Friday.Speaking after commissioning the INS Anjadip at the Chennai Port...

The fifth edition of the Goa Maritime Conclave concluded today at the Naval War College, with Chief of the Naval Staff Admiral Dinesh K. Tripathi calling for stronger, technology-driven maritime cooperation in the Indian Ocean Region.In his closing remarks, the Navy Chief thanked delegates...

Panaji, Feb 21 Chief of Naval Staff Admiral Dinesh Tripathi on Saturday called for greater unity among Indian Ocean Region (IOR) nations to address evolving maritime threats, including piracy, irregular migration, and drug trafficking.He said criminal networks at sea have become “more...

Goa, February 21 – The fifth edition of the Goa Maritime Conclave (GMC-26), hosted by the Indian Navy, concluded on Saturday at the Naval War College in Goa, with participating nations reaffirming their commitment to strengthening cooperative mechanisms to address maritime security challenges in...

Panaji, February 21 Chief of Naval Staff Admiral Dinesh Tripathi said on Saturday that any proposed joint maritime mechanism in the Indian Ocean Region (IOR) would be based on consensus among participating nations, assuring India's support for partner countries in capacity-building efforts...

The fifth edition of the Goa Maritime Conclave 2026, organized by the Indian Navy, began today at the Naval War College, Verem.The theme of the conclave is the Indian Ocean Region: Addressing Evolving Maritime Challenges – Progressive Efforts to Mitigate Dynamic Threats. Discussions focused on...

Panaji, February 21 Chief of Naval Staff Admiral Dinesh Tripathi inaugurated the Goa Maritime Conclave 2026 on Saturday, bringing together delegates from 14 Indian Ocean nations to address escalating regional challenges, including drug trafficking and illegal fishing.Vice Admiral Sameer...

The 9th Indian Ocean Naval Symposium (IONS) Conclave of Chiefs will be held in Visakhapatnam today. Naval Chiefs from several countries are expected to attend this high-level gathering. The event coincides with the International Fleet Review (IFR) and MILAN 2026, further enhancing its strategic...