Indian Navy
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Indian Navy rescues 23 Pakistanis from Somali pirates after 12-hour-long operation in Arabian Sea
World | Mar 30, 2024, 12:18 AM ISTThe pirates made a hijack attempt on an Iranian Fishing Vessel 'Al Kamar 786'. The Indian Navy has deployed its assets to rescue the hijacked vessel.
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India committed to protecting freedom of navigation: PM Modi to Bulgarian Prez on Navy rescue op
World | Mar 19, 2024, 10:27 AM ISTBulgarian President Rumen Radev on Monday thanked Prime Minister Narendra Modi after the Indian Navy rescued a hijacked merchant vessel in the Arabian Sea, with seven Bulgarian crew members. The Navy thwarted the piracy attempt on MV Ruen and coerced 35 pirates to surrender.
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'Sincere gratitude to Modi for brave act...': Bulgarian President after Indian Navy rescue operation
World | Mar 18, 2024, 11:46 PM ISTOn Saturday, the C-17 aircraft of the Indian Air Force executed a precision air-born drop of two boats along with Indian Navy MARCOS in the Arabian Sea in support of ongoing anti-piracy 'Operation Sankalp' and rescued 17 including Bulgarian nationals.
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Indian Navy's remotely piloted aircraft crashes during routine sortie at INS Garuda in Kochi
India | Mar 19, 2024, 12:01 AM ISTThe Indian Navy released a statement after the crash of Remotely Piloted Aircraft in Kochi, saying an inquiry to investigate the incident has been ordered.
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Indian Navy coerces 35 pirates to surrender, rescues 17 crew members
India | Mar 16, 2024, 11:24 PM ISTThe Indian Navy reiterated its unwavering commitment to maintaining maritime security and ensuring the safety of seafarers navigating through these perilous waters.
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Indian Navy 'swiftly' responds to drone attack on merchant ship in the Gulf of Aden
News | Mar 07, 2024, 06:09 PM ISTIndian Navy personnel's swift response to a maritime incident saved crew members’ lives in the Gulf of Aden. Barbados Flagged Bulk Carrier MV True Confidence reported on fire after a missile hit. Crew members forced to abandon the commercial ship as they sustained critical injuries.
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Navy conducts daring rescue operation of 21 crew after Houthi targets vessel in Gulf of Aden I VIDEO
World | Mar 07, 2024, 04:39 PM ISTIn a social media post, the Indian Navy said that INS Kolkata rescued the crew using "integral helicopter and boats". It added that the navy personnel involved in the operation also provided them with critical medical aid.
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INAS 334 'Seahawks', the first MH 60R squadron, commissioned into Navy
India | Mar 06, 2024, 08:35 PM ISTThe MH 60R helicopters will be employed to protect maritime epicentres and strengthen efforts towards a safe and secure environment in the Indian Ocean Region. The MH 60R's flexibility, reach and versatility will supplement Mission Based Deployments, and consequently, our combat readiness.
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Indian Navy to commission MH 60R Seahawk multi-role helicopter at INS Garuda in Kerala's Kochi today
India | Mar 06, 2024, 07:34 AM ISTThe Seahawk multi-role helicopter is designed for anti-submarine warfare, anti-surface warfare, search and rescue and medical evacuation among other operations.
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Indian Navy swiftly responds to drone attack on merchant ship in Gulf of Aden | WATCH
India | Mar 05, 2024, 08:26 PM ISTAmid mounting concerns over Houthi militant attacks on commercial vessels in the Red Sea, the Indian Navy swiftly responded to a drone strike on a Liberian-flagged ship in the Gulf of Aden.
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India to open 'strategic base' close to Maldives in a countermeasure to Muizzu's pro-China policy
World | Mar 03, 2024, 06:42 PM ISTThe Indian Navy said it is bolstering forces on "strategically important" islands close to the Maldives. The new base will be opened on March 6 on Lakshadweep islands. It said it would turn an existing small detachment into an "independent naval unit".
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Indian Navy's sailor reported missing from ship since Feb 27, massive search operation launched
India | Mar 03, 2024, 11:59 AM ISTThe missing sailor has been identified as Sahil Verma. The Indian Navy has launched a massive search operation with ships and aircraft to trace him.
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IAF Chetak helicopter makes emergency landing in Rajasthan, no VIP onboard
Rajasthan | Mar 01, 2024, 06:21 PM ISTThe incident took place when the chopper was nearly 100 km away from Jaipur. No VIP was present in the chopper during the time of the incident.
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Indian Navy seizes 3,300 kg of charas and meth in largest drug bust near Gujarat port
Gujarat | Feb 28, 2024, 10:01 AM ISTIn a major joint operation, the Indian Navy and the Narcotics Control Bureau (NCB) intercepted a ship near Gujarat's Porbandar, seizing over 3,300 kg of drugs—a significant haul that includes charas, methamphetamine, and morphine.
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Indian Navy conducts airborne operations over Arabian Sea amid increased Houthi attacks
India | Feb 26, 2024, 09:08 PM ISTThe exercise comes amid growing global concerns over attacks on various commercial vessels in the Red Sea by the Houthi militants. The Indian Navy extended assistance to a number of merchant vessels in the Western Indian Ocean following attacks on them.
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Indian Navy all set to buy 220 Brahmos extended-range missiles says big boost to 'Make In India’
News | Feb 22, 2024, 06:46 PM ISTThe Cabinet Committee on Security has cleared the Indian Navy’s proposals to buy 220 BrahMos extended-range missiles for its warships. Watch The video to know more!
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MILAN 2024: Mega naval exercise is all set to witness over 50 countries | India TV English News
News | Feb 16, 2024, 06:33 PM ISTThe 12th edition of the MILAN 2024 exercise, which will be held at Visakhapatnam from February 19 to 27, will witness the active participation of more than 50 countries, which are sending their operational units and delegations.
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Defence Ministry approves acquisition of 15 maritime patrol aircraft for Navy, coast guard: Sources
India | Feb 16, 2024, 07:05 PM ISTThe MoD has given its approval for Medium Range Maritime Reconnaissance and Multi Mission Maritime Aircraft, Flight refueling aircraft, heavyweight Torpedoes and Software Defined Radios among other military hardware at a cost of Rs 84,560 crore.
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PM Modi thanks Qatar's Amir for release of Indian Navy personnel, invites him to India
World | Feb 15, 2024, 06:47 PM ISTThe PM met with Qatar's Amir Tamim bin Hamad Al-Thani on Thursday and held wide-ranging discussions on bolstering bilateral relations. PM Modi also met Father Amir Hamad Bin Khalifa Al Thani, who affirmed that India and Qatar share an unwavering bond epitomised by mutual trust and cooperation.
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PM Modi emplanes for Qatar after concluding his successful visit to UAE
World | Feb 15, 2024, 06:08 AM ISTPM Modi marked a significant milestone for the Indian community in the Middle East by inaugurating the 108-feet-tall BAPS Hindu Temple in Abu Dhabi. His visit to Qatar comes at a crucial time after Doha released all eight Indian Navy personnel given death sentences on espionage charges.