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  Indian Navy's role in Operation Sindoor against Pakistan: Multi-layered response declassified

  India | April 07, 2026 14:58 IST

  The Indian Navy demonstrated its strength across air, surface and subsurface domains, putting significant pressure on Pakistan’s defensive positions.

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  INS Aridhaman, India's third nuclear-powered submarine, commissioned into Indian Navy

  India | April 03, 2026 17:24 IST

  This is the Indian Navy's nuclear-class submarine after INS Arihant and INS Arighat.

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  Hormuz disruptions caused huge economic impact, energy instability in region: Indian Navy chief

  India | April 02, 2026 17:25 IST

  Speaking at the flagging of ceremony of IOS SAGAR in Mumbai, Indian Navy chief Admiral DK Tripathi said that the competition at the sea is no longer restricted to oil and energy, and has expanded to resources which will now shape the future growth.

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  SC upholds Permanent Commission for women officers in big decision, grants pension rights

  India | March 24, 2026 12:32 IST

  The court said that the grant of Permanent Commission to Short Service Commission officers who have already been granted such commission by Selection Boards held in 2019, 2020, and 2021 shall not be disturbed.

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  INS Taragiri, armed with BrahMos missiles, set to be commissioned by Indian Navy on April 3

  India | March 21, 2026 14:31 IST

  As the fourth potent platform of the Project 17A class, Taragiri is not merely a ship; it is a 6,670-tonne embodiment of the ‘Make in India’ spirit and the sophisticated engineering capabilities of our indigenous shipyards.

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  Iran clears passage to Indian ships, vessel with 40,000 metric tonnes LPG crosses Strait of Hormuz

  India | March 13, 2026 23:32 IST

  The key development comes after Iran's envoy to India confirmed safe passage to Indian ships from the Strait of Hormuz, citing that New Delhi and Tehran are "friends".

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  Indian Navy to commission INS Anjadip on February 27, strengthening anti-submarine warfare fleet

  India | February 23, 2026 20:41 IST

  The commissioning of Anjadip, named after the historically important island near the Karwar coast, marks a major boost to the Navy's ability to protect India's extensive maritime interests and coastal frontiers, including the Tamil Nadu and Puducherry regions.

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  India may procure 31 Rafale-Ms for Navy after 114-jet deal for IAF with France: Report

  India | February 15, 2026 23:55 IST

  India may buy an additional 31 Rafale Marine aircraft for the Indian Navy from France after the deal to buy 114 jets for the Indian Air Force (IAF). At present, India has 36 Rafale fight jets.

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  International Fleet Review: US, Iran and Russia to join 70-nation naval show in Visakhapatnam

  India | February 11, 2026 13:15 IST

  More than 50 Indian Navy warships and submarines will take to the sea in a powerful display of strength and prowess. President Droupadi Murmu will also attend the fleet at the event.

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  Republic Day: Maharashtra, Kerala, J&K shine with top tableaux as Navy and Delhi Police lead marches

  India | January 29, 2026 6:58 IST

  Republic Day Parade 2026: The Central Public Works Department also received a special award for its tableau “Vande Mataram – Commemoration of 150 Years”, while the dance group “Vande Mataram- The Eternal Resonance of India” was also honoured.

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  India's 2026 military modernisation: Tanks, drones, submarines, AMCA power new defence era

  India | January 26, 2026 7:31 IST

  India's Armed Forces are undergoing a major modernisation drive with upgrades across air, land and sea. From the AMCA stealth fighter to advanced tanks, drones and nuclear submarines, India is building a next-generation military ecosystem.

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  Union Budget 2026: Tracking defence allocations under Modi government since 2014

  Budget | January 19, 2026 13:10 IST

  Defence Budget 2026: Whether or not the Modi government increases defence spending by 20 per cent is a different question, as analysts point out that it is important to ensure that the defence sector has the ability to absorb the expenditure.

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  INSV 'Kaundinya' successfully concludes historic 18-day voyage to Oman | Video

  World | January 14, 2026 14:16 IST

  INSV Kaundinya is a recreation of a 5th century Indian ship using the ancient stitching technique. The ship departed from Gujarat's Porbandar on December 29, 2025.

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  INSV Kaundinya embarks on maiden sail to Oman; PM Modi sends best wishes to crew | Video

  India | December 29, 2025 18:50 IST

  The vessel was formally flagged off on Monday by Flag Officer Commanding-in-Chief, Western Naval Command, Vice -Admiral Krishna Swaminathan at Porbandar, in the presence of the Oman Ambassador to India, Issa Saleh Al Shibani.

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  Govt clears massive Rs 79,000 crore defence buys to boost Army, Navy and Air Force capabilities

  India | December 29, 2025 23:50 IST

  The Defence Acquisition Council has approved major military proposals worth around Rs 79,000 crore, covering cutting-edge systems for all three services. The move boosts strike power, surveillance capability and training infrastructure for the Army, Navy and Air Force.

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  President Droupadi Murmu undertakes sea sortie on INS Vagsheer in Karnataka | Photos

  India | December 28, 2025 23:58 IST

  With this President Murmu has become the first-ever head of the state to undertake a sortie aboard a Kalvari-class submarine. She is also the second head of the state after former President (late) APJ Abdul Kalam to sail in a submarine.

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  Chinese-tagged seagull found near Indian Navy base in Karnataka sparks espionage fears | Video

  Karnataka | December 17, 2025 21:24 IST

  Karnataka: Officials insist these GPS tags serve legitimate wildlife research purposes. Yet they haven't ruled out security concerns, particularly due to the bird's discovery near a vital naval base and the Chinese markings on the device.

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  Indian Navy commissions INAS 335 'Ospreys' helicopter squadron at INS Hansa in Goa

  India | December 17, 2025 23:49 IST

  The Indian Navy has commissioned the multi-role helicopter squadron INAS 335 Ospreys at INS Hansa in Goa. The induction was carried out in the presence of Navy Chief Admiral Dinesh Tripathi.

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  From INS Vikrant to the proposed INS Vishal: The journey of India's aircraft carriers

  India | December 04, 2025 12:41 IST

  India’s aircraft carrier programme has moved in clear stages. It began with carriers that were bought or refurbished, such as the first INS Vikrant commissioned in 1961, which introduced carrier operations to post independence India. Later ships, including INS Viraat, helped shape the navy’s doctrin

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  Indian Navy Day: How India's sea guardians are powering a bold new strategy across the Indo-Pacific

  India | December 04, 2025 6:44 IST

  This article examines the Indian Navy's expanding role across the Indo Pacific as India celebrates Navy Day. It highlights growing deployments, strategic partnerships and indigenous capabilities that are transforming India into a key maritime power.