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What is Indian Navy

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About Indian Navy

What is Indian Navy

The Indian Navy is the naval branch of the Indian Armed Forces — the other two forces included in safeguarding the country are the Indian Army and the Indian Air Force. The President of India is the Supreme Commander of the Indian Navy, while the Chief of Naval Staff commands the Navy.
 
The primary objective of the Indian Navy is to protect the country's maritime borders and help in the expansion of its forces. The naval body, whose establishment can be traced back to the 17th century, is bestowed with various responsibilities. From defeating threats to developing indigenous systems and weapons,
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Iran war, geopolitical upheaval to top agenda at naval commanders' meet

The commanders will also comprehensively review the Navy's operational posture to protect national maritime interests and capability development in line with national security objectives

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Updated On : 12 Apr 2026 | 1:50 PM IST

Rajnath Singh commissions advanced stealth frigate INS Taragiri in Vizag

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

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Updated On : 03 Apr 2026 | 11:18 PM IST

India inducts nuclear-powered submarine INS Aridhaman, boosts deterrence

India is among a select group of countries that possess nuclear-powered submarines. The countries that have such assets are the US, Russia, the UK, France and China

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Updated On : 03 Apr 2026 | 5:53 PM IST

Defence Minister commissions INS Taragiri, says strong navy a 'necessity'

The stealth frigate represents India's significant advancement in indigenous warship design and construction

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Updated On : 03 Apr 2026 | 4:23 PM IST

Navy ensures safety of Indian commercial ships, oil tankers: Rajnath Singh

Singh's comments assume significance following the disruption of oil supplies and blockage of oil tankers in view of the prevailing situation in West Asia

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Updated On : 03 Apr 2026 | 2:44 PM IST

Hormuz crisis has caused economic strain, energy instability: Navy Chief

The admiral said competition at sea is no longer confined to oil and energy. It is expanding to resources that will shape future growth, he asserted

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Updated On : 02 Apr 2026 | 5:19 PM IST

Navy was minutes away from striking Pak: Admiral Tripathi on Op Sindoor

Navy chief flags near-strike moment during Operation Sindoor, warns of rising maritime instability

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Updated On : 01 Apr 2026 | 11:40 PM IST

Strong order pipeline lifts outlook for listed shipbuilding majors

Robust Navy spending and export orders are driving strong visibility for listed shipbuilders, though risks remain from client concentration and supply chains

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Updated On : 01 Apr 2026 | 10:50 PM IST

Indian Navy gets triple boost with delivery of three indigenous vessels

The induction reflects the scale of India's indigenous shipbuilding ecosystem

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Updated On : 31 Mar 2026 | 4:52 PM IST

Recent global conflicts reaffirm need for strong Navy: Vice Admiral Sobti

Amid the ongoing crisis in West Asia, Vice Admiral Sobti said the recent global developments reaffirm the need for a strong navy

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Updated On : 31 Mar 2026 | 1:08 PM IST

NavIC setback may limit India's security use of navigation system: Experts

The major setback occurred after the last atomic clock stopped functioning on March 10, leaving only three satellites capable of providing position, navigation, and timing (PNT) services

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Updated On : 25 Mar 2026 | 2:06 PM IST

SC flags systemic bias in armed forces, grants relief to women officers

The Supreme Court found systemic bias in denial of Permanent Commission to women officers and granted pensionary relief and safeguards across Army, Navy and Air Force

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Updated On : 24 Mar 2026 | 7:57 PM IST

SC grants pension benefits to women SSC officers denied permanent commission

The Supreme Court ruled that women SSC officers denied Permanent Commission in the Armed Forces were victims of systemic discrimination and are now entitled to full pension and related benefits

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Updated On : 24 Mar 2026 | 3:18 PM IST

Navy set to commission frontline stealth frigate 'Taragiri' on Apr 3

Beyond its role as a "premier hunter of the seas", 'Taragiri' is built for the complexities of modern diplomacy and humanitarian crises

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Updated On : 21 Mar 2026 | 4:09 PM IST

India sends additional warships near Gulf of Oman to escort fuel vessels

India deploys warships near the Strait of Hormuz to secure fuel shipments and protect vessels amid escalating tensions and disruptions in West Asian energy routes

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Updated On : 18 Mar 2026 | 11:56 PM IST

Indian Navy deploys warships for safe passage of vessels in Hormuz

Iran's ambassador to New Delhi met Indian foreign ministry officials on Monday to discuss the issue

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Updated On : 17 Mar 2026 | 7:07 AM IST

Indian Navy participates in US-led Exercise Sea Dragon 2026 in Guam

The exercise has brought together maritime forces including the US Navy, the Royal Australian Air Force, the Japan Maritime Self-Defence Force and the Royal New Zealand Air Force

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Updated On : 16 Mar 2026 | 11:16 AM IST

Amid strategic challenges, project delays hurt efforts to strengthen Navy

Despite a surge in budgetary allocation over the last five years, Indian Navy struggles to upgrade fleet strength

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Updated On : 13 Mar 2026 | 12:08 PM IST

Indian Navy Agniveer registration 2027: Check eligibility and exam pattern

The Indian Navy has announced the Agniveer recruitment drive for 2027. The registration process is between Mar 14 and Apr 6, 2026. Candidates can send their applications via official website

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Updated On : 11 Mar 2026 | 5:31 PM IST

AFCAT 1 result 2026 out, know how to check scorecard and more on website

AFCAT result 2026 was out today, on Mar 11, by the IAF. Download your scorecard and merit list PDF from the official website afcat.edcil.co.in using your login. The exams were held on Jan 31

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Updated On : 11 Mar 2026 | 1:19 PM IST