Indian Navy: News
'Use LPG judiciously': Government says situation remains matter of concern
The central government has said that there is no LPG distributor facing a dry-out situation at present but reiterated that the situation remains a "matter of concern."
India responded to distress call of Iran ship: Navy
The Indian Navy on Thursday said it launched search and rescue operations for the Iranian frigate IRIS Dena, which sank in the Indian Ocean after being hit by a torpedo fired from a United States submarine.
'US will regret...ship strike': Iran as Indian Navy's guest torpedoed
Iran's Foreign Minister Seyed Abbas Araghchi has condemned the United States for attacking the Iranian frigate IRIS Dena in international waters.
India signs ₹5,083cr deals for 6 advanced helicopters, Shtil missiles
The Ministry of Defence has signed contracts worth ₹5,083 crore to bolster India's maritime security.
Indian Navy commissions 'Dolphin Hunter' INS Anjadip in Chennai
The Indian Navy has commissioned the INS Anjadip, a state-of-the-art anti-submarine warfare (ASW) shallow water craft.
PM Modi's Israel visit to focus on defense cooperation
Prime Minister Narendra Modi will visit Israel on February 25-26, aiming to strengthen bilateral ties.
Defense panel clears ₹10,000cr deal for 288 S-400 missile systems
The Defence Acquisition Council (DAC), headed by Defence Minister Rajnath Singh, has formalized Acceptance of Necessity (AoN) for the purchase of 288 S-400 surface-to-air missiles from Russia.
India, Germany to sign $10B submarine deal: What it entails
India is set to finalize a multi-billion dollar deal with Germany to build next-generation conventional submarines.
'Operation Sindoor' featured on tri-services tableau at R-Day parade
The 77th Republic Day Parade in New Delhi on Monday showcased "Operation Sindoor" on the tri-services tableau of the Indian Armed Forces.
Republic Day parade to celebrate 150 years of 'Vande Mataram'
India is all set to celebrate its 77th Republic Day on Monday, with President Droupadi Murmu leading the celebrations at Kartavya Path.
Indian Navy, BEL develop software for operating unmanned ships
The Indian Navy's Weapons and Electrical Engineering Systems Establishment has partnered with Bharat Electronics Limited (BEL) to create an indigenous software for operating unmanned surface vessels.
'Border 2': Stars to pay tribute at Karwar Naval Base
The team of the upcoming war drama, Border 2, is leaving no stone unturned in its promotional efforts.
Rolls-Royce plans major investment in India for jet engine production
British aerospace manufacturer Rolls-Royce has announced its intention to make India its third "home market" outside the UK.
Adani to invest ₹1.8L crore in defense manufacturing in 2026
The Adani Group has announced plans to invest ₹1.8 lakh crore in defense manufacturing next year.
India advances nuclear triad with 3,500km submarine missile test
India has successfully tested its K-4 ballistic missile from the nuclear-powered submarine INS Arighaat.
Indian Army to get last 3 Apache helicopters soon
The Indian Army is set to receive the remaining three Apache AH-64 attack helicopters from the United States of America.
'Misleading': Centre refutes new $2bn submarine deal with Russia
The government has dismissed a Bloomberg report that claimed India has clinched a fresh $2 billion submarine deal with Russia, calling the report "misleading."
Meet INS Mahe: Indian Navy's newest anti-submarine warfare vessel
The Indian Navy has welcomed INS Mahe, the first of its kind in the Mahe-class of anti-submarine warfare shallow-water craft (ASW-SWC).
2 Karnataka shipyard staff arrested for selling data to Pakistan
Two employees of the Malpe Cochin Shipyard in Udupi, Karnataka, have been arrested on charges of espionage.
'India fully prepared': Navy chief as Pakistan receives China-made submarines
The Indian Navy on Thursday said it is closely monitoring the delivery of advanced submarines to Pakistan by China.
Farhan Akhtar's '120 Bahadur' to release in 800+ defense theaters
Farhan Akhtar's upcoming war drama, 120 Bahadur, will be the first film to release across India's defense theater network.
What's special about INS Ikshak, '80% indigenous' vessel
The Indian Navy commissioned INS Ikshak, its third Survey Vessel (SVL) class ship, at Kochi on November 6, 2025.
India's 'Trishul' war drill to test combat readiness irritates Pakistan
India has launched a major tri-service military exercise, 'Trishul,' along the Pakistan border.
Defense Acquisition Council clears ₹79,000cr proposals for armed forces
The Defense Acquisition Council (DAC), headed by Defence Minister Rajnath Singh, has given the green light to a slew of capital acquisition proposals at a meeting.
Over 100 Pakistani soldiers killed during 'Operation Sindoor': Army DGMO
During "Operation Sindoor," which lasted from May 7 to May 10, over 100 Pakistani soldiers were killed along the Line of Control (LoC), Indian Army's Director General Military Operations Lieutenant General Rajiv Ghai has claimed.
Rolls-Royce expresses interest to work on India's first electric warship
Rolls-Royce has expressed its willingness to work with the Indian Navy on the country's first-ever electric warship.
Next-gen Indian submarines to feature 200 MWe nuclear reactors
Bhabha Atomic Research Centre (BARC) is working on a new nuclear reactor for India's next-generation submarines.
Rajnath to visit Morocco, first by any Indian Defence Minister
Defence Minister Rajnath Singh will start a two-day official visit to Morocco on September 22. This is the first visit by an Indian Defence Minister to the North African country.
Navy commissions 2 indigenously built frigates, boosting India's maritime defense
The Indian Navy has commissioned two indigenously built stealth frigates, INS Udaygiri and INS Himgiri, at Visakhapatnam in Andhra Pradesh.
'KBC' special with 'Sindoor' officers sparks controversy: Here's why
The upcoming special episode of Kaun Banega Crorepati (KBC), featuring Colonel Sofiya Qureshi and Wing Commander Vyomika Singh, key figures from Operation Sindoor, has stirred controversy.
'Operation Sindoor testament to tri-services synergy': CDS
Chief of Defence Staff (CDS) General Anil Chauhan has stressed the importance of ongoing reforms and synergy between India's three armed forces, Army, Navy, and Air Force.
Air Force, Navy place major BrahMos orders after 'Operation Sindoor'
In the wake of Operation Sindoor's success, India is set to place large orders for BrahMos supersonic cruise missiles.
British team to examine stranded F-35 in Kerala today
A British team of around 25 to 40 aviation engineers is expected to reach Thiruvananthapuram on July 5, with an initial schedule for Sunday, to examine the F-35 fighter jet of the Royal Navy.
Oman-bound oil tanker catches fire; Indian Navy comes to rescue
The Indian Navy's stealth frigate, INS Tabar, has come to the rescue of a Palau-flagged oil tanker, MT Yi Cheng 6, in the Gulf of Oman.
Pakistan army chief accuses India of escalating regional tensions
Pakistan Army Chief General Asim Munir has accused India of escalating tensions in the region.
Navy clerk arrested for spying, leaked info during Operation Sindoor
A clerk at the Indian Navy's headquarters in Delhi, Vishal Yadav, has been arrested on charges of espionage. The Rajasthan Police's intelligence wing nabbed him after months of surveillance.
UK jet, world's most expensive, grounded in India for 48hrs
A Royal Navy F-35B fighter jet from the United Kingdom has been grounded at Thiruvananthapuram International Airport for over 48 hours after making an emergency landing on Sunday morning due to low fuel.
UK Navy's F-35 fighter jet makes emergency landing in India
A United Kingdom (UK) Navy F-35 fighter jet made an emergency landing at Kerala's Thiruvananthapuram International Airport on Saturday night.
Fires, explosions persist aboard ship off Kerala coast; 18 rescued
The Indian Navy's INS Surat has successfully rescued 18 crew members of a Singapore-flagged container vessel that caught fire on June 9, while 4 remain missing.
Container ship catches fire off Kerala coast, 22 crew stranded
A Singapore-flagged container ship, MV Wan Hai 503, caught fire off the Beypore coast in Kozhikode, Kerala, on Monday morning.
'3 oceans, 4 continents': How Navy officers completed historic voyage
Two Indian Navy officers, Lieutenant Commander Roopa A and Lieutenant Commander Dilna K, are set to arrive in Goa on Thursday after completing a historic circumnavigation of the globe.
Chandigarh receives air warning for possible drone attack; sirens sounded
Air sirens went off in Chandigarh on Friday morning after the local Air Force Station issued a warning about a possible aerial strike from Pakistan.
India-France sign ₹63,000 crore deal for 26 Rafale-M fighter jets
India has formalized a defense deal with France for the procurement of 26 Rafale Marine (M) fighter jets.
Indian Navy showcases combat readiness amid rising tensions with Pakistan
The Indian Navy has showcased its operational readiness by carrying out several anti-ship missile launches in the Arabian Sea.