Defence Minister Rajnath Singh emphasized the Indian Navy's crucial role in safeguarding national interests, citing its recent operations in West Asia and its strategic importance in the Indo-Pacific region. He also highlighted India's growing defense manufacturing capabilities.
The Indian Navy is targeting a 200-ship fleet by 2035, driven by an atmanirbhar (self-reliant) defense strategy. Key steps include commissioning new frigates like INS Mahendragiri and enhancing indigenous design and production capabilities through collaboration with various organizations.
An Indian Navy Drishti-10 unmanned aerial vehicle crashed in an open field in Gujarat's Dharampur village during a training sortie on Wednesday afternoon. No injuries or fatalities were reported, and an investigation into the cause is underway.
An Indian Navy unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) crashed in an open field in Dharampur village near Porbandar, Gujarat, shortly after takeoff from the Naval Air Enclave. No casualties were reported, and Navy personnel are investigating the cause.
An Indian Navy Drishti-10 uncrewed aerial vehicle crashed in an open field near Porbandar, Gujarat, during a training sortie on Wednesday. No casualties or property damage were reported. The cause of the crash is under investigation.
India and the Indian Navy have secured the safe passage of the Omega Trader tanker, carrying 23 crew (15 Indian nationals), to Sikka, Gujarat. This operation occurs amid heightened security concerns in the Strait of Hormuz following recent attacks on commercial vessels and US strikes against Iran.
The Indian Navy will commission the indigenous stealth frigate Mahendragiri (F38) in Visakhapatnam, marking a milestone in India's warship design and construction capabilities. Built by Mazagon Dock Shipbuilders Ltd, it features advanced indigenous weapons and sensors, including BrahMos and Barak-8 missiles, and embodies the Aatmanirbhar Bharat initiative.
The Indian Armed Forces are reviewing the Agnipath recruitment scheme to increase the permanent retention rate of Agniveers beyond the current 25%. The Navy proposes retaining 70-75%, while the Army and Air Force aim for 50%, citing concerns over expertise loss with the four-year tenure. No official confirmation exists yet.
The Indian Navy's warship INS Trikand foiled a piracy attempt on merchant vessel MV Golden Arsenal, carrying critical cargo for India, in the Gulf of Aden. The crew activated anti-piracy protocols, and suspected pirates fled before Indian Navy Marine Commandos secured the ship, with no injuries reported.
The Indian Navy's warship INS Trikand thwarted a piracy attempt on merchant vessel MV Golden Arsenal in the Gulf of Aden, protecting critical cargo for India and an Indian crew member. Suspected pirates fled before boarding, and no injuries or damage were reported after Marine Commandos secured the ship.
The US Navy sank the decommissioned Austin-class amphibious transport dock ship USS Juneau (LPD-10) on June 27 during a SinkEx in Exercise Valiant Shield, nearly 400 km off the Mariana Islands, to test weapon systems and train personnel.
Indian Navy's sail training ship INS Sudarshini arrived in Baltimore, Maryland, on June 26, 2026, for the Lokayan 26 expedition. The visit highlights India's maritime heritage and India-US friendship, including community outreach and participation in Sail250 Maryland celebrations.
Indian Navy sprinter Gurindervir Singh became the first Indian to break the 10.10-second barrier in the men’s 100m, clocking a national record of 10.09 seconds at the Federation Cup in Ranchi. Overcoming past health and financial struggles, he now targets a sub-10 second run and upcoming major games, crediting improved training and mindset.
The Indian Navy's INS Satvahana unit performed a synchronized underwater yoga session with 40 personnel to highlight yoga's benefits for operational preparedness, breath control, and mental resilience in challenging environments.
The Indian Navy will commission three indigenously-built frontline platforms - frigate Dunagiri, survey vessel Sanshodhak, and ASW-SWC Agray - in Kolkata on Sunday. PM Narendra Modi will preside over the ceremony, highlighting India's growing naval capabilities.
India will commission three indigenously built warships – INS Dunagiri, INS Sanshodhak, and INS Agray – on June 21 in Kolkata. Presided over by PM Modi, these platforms aim to enhance the Navy's combat, surveillance, and anti-submarine capabilities, boosting blue-water operations and maritime security.
The Ministry of Defence awarded Bharat Forge Ltd a Rs 425 crore contract for 12 Marine Gas Turbine Generators for the Indian Navy. The deal, under the 'Buy (Indian)' category with 60% indigenous content, aims to boost domestic manufacturing of critical naval technology.
India's Navy faces a growing submarine threat from Pakistan and China. To counter this, the Navy urgently needs to expand its anti-submarine warfare (ASW) helicopter fleet, as current numbers are insufficient for its vast maritime responsibilities.
US naval forces rescued 14 Indian seafarers from the sinking vessel Virat-1 off the Oman coast on Sunday after it suffered mechanical failure. All crew members are safe and en route to Mumbai.
The Indian Navy successfully disposed of an unexploded missile warhead found in the fuel storage compartment of the Marshall Islands-flagged MT Olympic Life tanker. The incident occurred on May 26, approximately 60 nautical miles east of Oman, while the tanker was en route to Kochi. No Indian nationals were among the crew.
The Indian Navy successfully disposed of an unexploded missile warhead recovered from a Marshall Islands-flagged oil tanker, MT Olympic Life, which was en route to Kochi from UAE. The operation, conducted on May 26, involved a specialist EOD team safely extracting the ordnance from a fuel tank.
Andrey Puchkov, CEO of the United Shipbuilding Corporation (USC), stated at the Fleet-2026 show that the company's shipyards and design bureaus possess the competencies to develop military-technical cooperation with foreign partners, citing ongoing work with the Indian Navy.
The Indian Navy unveiled the crest of INS Dunagiri, a Project 17A stealth frigate. Named after a Himalayan peak, it symbolizes multi-domain combat capability with advanced weaponry and sensors, and is set for commissioning soon.
India's Navy will induct five indigenously-built naval platforms this month, including two Project 17A stealth frigates, a survey vessel, and two anti-submarine warfare crafts. These additions aim to enhance maritime security, combat readiness, and coastal defense, reflecting India's growing domestic shipbuilding capabilities.
