Page 6 - Latest Updates on Indian Navy
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'
 "Pakistan Navy boosts fleet with third Hangor-class submarine from China")
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
 "Indian Navy Skilled Tradesmen recruitment starts today, know steps to apply")
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
 "Defence Ministry clears ₹67,000 crore military upgrade for armed forces")
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
 "Vice Admiral Sanjay Vatsayan takes charge as 47th Vice Chief of Naval Staff")
India eyes stealth edge with new submarines amid China's growing presence
Advanced Project 75(I) seen as urgent amid China's growing presence in Indian Ocean
 "India eyes stealth edge with new submarines amid China's growing presence")
Indian Navy to participate in 32nd edition of SIMBEX exercise in Singapore
The Singapore India Maritime Bilateral Exercise (SIMBEX) is conducted annually by the Indian Navy and the Republic of Singapore Navy (RSN). It will be held in Singapore later this month
 "Indian Navy to participate in 32nd edition of SIMBEX exercise in Singapore")
Navy to induct first indigenous diving support vessel 'Nistar' on July 18
'Nistar', designed and constructed by Hindustan Shipyard Limited, Visakhapatnam, was delivered to the Indian Navy on July 8 at Visakhapatnam
 "Navy to induct first indigenous diving support vessel 'Nistar' on July 18")
India urges IMO probe into maritime incidents involving foreign ships
India urged the IMO to undertake a comprehensive investigation and global review of all such incidents involving container ships, the statement said
 "India urges IMO probe into maritime incidents involving foreign ships")
India tests extended range anti-submarine rocket system to boost navy power
Defence Minister Rajnath Singh said that the demands for Indian defence equipment have increased following Operation Sindoor, and a big market is awaiting India
 "India tests extended range anti-submarine rocket system to boost navy power")
Navy, BEL sign contract for NMDA project to upgrade surveillance systems
The deal involves upgrading the existing National Command, Control, Communication and Intelligence (NC3I) network to the NMDA network with AI-enabled software integration
 "Navy, BEL sign contract for NMDA project to upgrade surveillance systems")
In a first, Indian Navy inducts woman officer into its fighter pilot stream
Sub-Lieutenant Astha Poonia becomes the first woman to join Indian Navy's fighter stream after completing training; receives 'Wings of Gold' at INS Dega ceremony in Visakhapatnam
 "In a first, Indian Navy inducts woman officer into its fighter pilot stream")
Defence Acquisition Council approves defence purchases worth ₹1.05 trn
DAC clears defence buys to boost mobility, air defence, naval safety and promote indigenously designed, developed and manufactured military systems
 "Defence Acquisition Council approves defence purchases worth ₹1.05 trn")
Indian Navy gets stealth boost with second Project 17A frigate Udaygiri
With enhanced stealth features and state-of-the-art weapons and sensors, the P-17A ships are a significant upgrade from the previous P-17 class
 "Indian Navy gets stealth boost with second Project 17A frigate Udaygiri")
Stealth frigate INS Tamal commissioned into Indian Navy in Russia
The 125m long, 3900-tonne warship, packs a lethal punch as it features an impressive blend of Indian and Russian cutting-edge technologies and best practices in warship construction
 "Stealth frigate INS Tamal commissioned into Indian Navy in Russia")
Indian Navy contains fire on board Palau-flagged tanker with 14 Indian crew
The Navy swung into action and launched the fire-fighting operation after receiving a distress call from the vessel on Sunday
 "Indian Navy contains fire on board Palau-flagged tanker with 14 Indian crew")
Commercial vessel with 14 Indian-origin crew catches fire; Navy to help
INS Tabar, currently deployed in the Gulf of Oman, responded to a distress call from MT Yi Cheng 6 on Sunday
Navy's swift response made adversary plead for ceasefire: Admiral Tripathi
Navy chief Admiral Tripathi highlights India's maritime readiness during Operation Sindoor, outlines new anti-terror stance, and honours personnel at the 2025 Naval Investiture Ceremony
 "Navy's swift response made adversary plead for ceasefire: Admiral Tripathi")
Theatre commands are no longer optional for India's military
A phased transition, although time-consuming, will be the most practical, keeping in mind the ever-present threat on our borders
 "Theatre commands are no longer optional for India's military")
Stealth frigate INS Tamal to join Indian Navy's western fleet on July 1
The ship has 26 per cent indigenous components, including the BrahMos long-range cruise missile for targeting both at sea and land, officials said
 "Stealth frigate INS Tamal to join Indian Navy's western fleet on July 1")