Page 21 - Latest Updates on Indian Navy
2024 to be year of technolgy absorption: Army Chief General Manoj Pande
General Manoj Pande, Chief of Army Staff on Monday extended his greetings on the occasion of 76th Army Day
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Indian armed forces one of the finest in the world, says IAF chief
The Indian Air Force, in particular, has grown from a very modest beginning just about 90 years ago to being "one of the most formidable air forces in the world", he said
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Indian Army to showcase 'Made in India' weapons, platforms on Republic Day
The Quick Fighting Reaction Vehicle, Light Specialist Vehicle and the All Terrain Vehicle would be marching on the Kartavya Path this year
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'Shaurya Sankalan': Army building archives to preserve military history
This has been done under Project 'Shaurya Sankalan: Digital Archiving of Military History' of the Army
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Indian Navy warships deployed to deter pirates in Arabian Sea, Gulf of Aden
According to the officials, the Indian warships are keeping an eye on the situation to deter any incidents at sea
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Arvind Ltd signs MoU with Indian Navy to supply advanced uniform fabric
A memorandum of understanding (MoU) was signed between the Indian Navy and textile and apparel company Arvind Limited for the supply of technically advanced uniform fabric for the Navy
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Navy proactively deploying fleet to keep pirates at bay: Admiral R Hari
The Navy chief added that there have only been two incidents, so far, which prompted the marine warriors to conduct anti-piracy operations
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Indian Navy 'proactively' keeping pirates at bay: Admiral Hari Kumar
He expressed confidence that 'Drishti' would play a pivotal role in shaping future naval operations towards safeguarding India's national maritime interests in the Indian ocean region
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INS Kabra docks in Colombo, move aimed at boosting maritime cooperation
During the port call, the Commanding Officer, INS Kabra called on the Commander, Western Naval Area, Rear Admiral TSK Perera
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PM Modi hails Navy's heroic operation in rescuing sailors of merchant ship
The prime minister said the success of the Aditya L1 is a testament to India's power and prowess of Indian scientists. It is another great example," he said
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Indian Navy trying to hunt down pirates involved in hijacking attempt
The Indian Navy on Friday thwarted the attempted hijacking of Liberian-flagged vessel MV Lila Norfolk and rescued all its crew members
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Indian Navy intercepts vessel after attempted hijacking; rescues 21 members
The Navy deployed a warship, maritime patrol aircraft, helicopters and P-8I and long-range aircraft and Predator MQ9B drones following the incident involving MV Lila Norfolk
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Case involving Indians in Qatar: Legal team has 60 days to appeal, says MEA
Last month, the Court of Appeal in Qatar commuted the death sentence handed down to the Indians and sentenced them to prison for varying durations
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Vice Admiral Dinesh K Tripathi assumes role of vice chief of Navy
Prior to taking charge as the vice chief, Vice Admiral Tripathi was serving as the Flag Officer Commanding-in-Chief of the Western Naval Command
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Indian Navy enhances Arabian Sea surveillance after vessel attacks
A commercial crude oil tanker, MV Sai Baba, that was on the way to India came under a suspected drone strike in the Southern Red Sea
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India in 2023 focused on acquiring new military platforms, weaponry
India also went on an overdrive in expanding its military engagement with like-minded countries in its neighbourhood and beyond in the face of China's relentless attempts to become a regional hegemon
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Indian Navy participates in Beypore International Water Fest in Kerala
INS Kabra of the Southern Naval Command was deployed at Beypore as part of the four-day event that began on Tuesday and concluded on Friday
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Pirates of West Asia: Why Navy regards Gateway of Tears as critical
Given the complexity of the situation for New Delhi, analysts are recommending seizing the initiative and establishing hegemony or collective security in the Red Sea
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Qatar court reduces punishment for 8 ex-Indian Navy veterans on death row
Relief for families as Qatar's Court of Appeal revises punishments for eight former Indian Navy seals in espionage case; detailed judgment awaited
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Chinese military irked by Indian naval ship's drills with Philippines navy
The Chinese military on Thursday said defence cooperation between different countries should not harm the interests of third countries and regional peace
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