Page 4 - Latest Updates on Indian Navy
Indian Navy to commission second ASW Shallow Water Craft Androth on Oct 6
The commissioning ceremony will be presided over by Vice Admiral Rajesh Pendharkar, Flag Officer Commanding-in-Chief, Eastern Naval Command (ENC)
 "Indian Navy to commission second ASW Shallow Water Craft Androth on Oct 6")
Navy Chief Admiral Tripathi begins four-day official visit to Sri Lanka
He would also participate in the 12th edition of the Galle Dialogue 2025 - International Maritime Conference in Colombo, on the theme 'Maritime Outlook of the Indian Ocean under Changing Dynamics'
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Army, Navy, IAF education wings merged; 3 joint military stations approved
The armed forces also announced the setting up of three Joint Military Stations
 "Army, Navy, IAF education wings merged; 3 joint military stations approved")
Future threats can be tackled by collaborations built today: Navy chief
As we dedicate INS Aravali to the service of the nation, in a way, these ancient guardians are extending their watch over the maritime domain, Navy Chief Admiral Dinesh K Tripathi said
 "Future threats can be tackled by collaborations built today: Navy chief")
PM Modi to inaugurate Combined Commanders' Conference in Kolkata on Sept 15
The CCC is the apex-level brainstorming forum of the Armed Forces, bringing together the nation's top civil and military leadership to exchange views at the conceptual and strategic levels
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Indian Army, Navy hold high-altitude combat diving training in Sikkim
During the training, participants carried out open circuit air diving, closed circuit pure oxygen diving, dives up to a depth of 17 metres in extreme cold-water conditions, and combat night diving
 "Indian Army, Navy hold high-altitude combat diving training in Sikkim")
India's 15-year defence plan includes nuclear-powered carrier, navy jets
India also plans to induct an unspecified number of new-generation twin-engine, deck-based fighters and light combat aircraft, both being developed by state-owned Hindustan Aeronautics Ltd for navy
 "India's 15-year defence plan includes nuclear-powered carrier, navy jets")
Govt likely to finalise two mega submarine deals after long wait
The first project that is being negotiated is for procurement of three Scorpene submarines, which will be jointly constructed by state-run Mazagon Dock Limited and French defence major Naval Group
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DRDO develops naval flare system for Indian Navy's Kalvari-class subs
It has been developed by the High Energy Materials Research Laboratory (HEMRL) of the Defence Research & Development Organisation (DRDO)
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Theatre commands 'ultimate goal': Navy Chief on military integration
Warning that technology is accelerating the trend of grey zone activities, the Navy Chief said innocuous fishing vessels could also carry out major offensive actions in the near future
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SAIL supplies 8,000 tonnes of critical steel for Indian Navy frigates
Rajnath Singh commissioned the two multi-mission stealth frigates at the Eastern Naval Command of the Indian Navy at Visakhapatnam in Andhra Pradesh
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Navy's role goes beyond guarding to economic security, says Rajnath Singh
On the two new frigates, Rajnath Singh said the commissioning of INS Udaygiri and INS Himgiri will significantly enhance Indian Navy's strength, reach and resilience
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Indian Navy to commission two stealth frigates, Udaygiri, Himgiri in Vizag
Udaygiri and Himgiri are follow-on ships of the Project 17 (Shivalik) class frigates, and both the vessels incorporate significant improvements in design, stealth, weapon and sensors systems
 "Indian Navy to commission two stealth frigates, Udaygiri, Himgiri in Vizag")
Sudarshan Chakra project will need huge tri-services efforts: CDS Chauhan
Chief of Defence Staff said the military will have to look at multi-domain ISR (Intelligence, Surveillance and Reconnaissance) integration of ground, air, maritime, undersea and space, sensors
 "Sudarshan Chakra project will need huge tri-services efforts: CDS Chauhan")
INS Tamal visits Souda Bay, strengthens maritime ties with Greece
The discussions during the meetings focused on operational matters and maritime cooperation
Pakistan Navy boosts fleet with third Hangor-class submarine from China
Pakistan Navy launched its third Hangor-class submarine in Wuhan, built under a China-Pakistan deal for eight vessels that aim to boost 'maritime security'
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INS Rana, INS Jyoti arrive in Colombo for SLINEX-25 naval exercise
The previous edition of SLINEX was conducted at Visakhapatnam, India, from December 17 to 20, 2024
 "INS Rana, INS Jyoti arrive in Colombo for SLINEX-25 naval exercise")
Indian Navy Skilled Tradesmen recruitment starts today, know steps to apply
Applications are being invited for 1,266 skilled civil tradesman posts by the Indian Navy. Today, Aug 13, 2025, registration is open at indiannavy.gov.in. Know eligibility, how to apply and more
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Defence Ministry clears ₹67,000 crore military upgrade for armed forces
The Defence Ministry has cleared proposals worth ₹67,000 crore to boost the operational capabilities of the Army, Navy, and Air Force, including drones, radars, missile systems, and maintenance deals
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Vice Admiral Sanjay Vatsayan takes charge as 47th Vice Chief of Naval Staff
Prior to assuming his new charge, Vice Admiral Vatsayan held various important operational, staff and training appointments
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