Indian Navy

Indian Navy rescue of hijacked Iranian vessel Azini

2 clusters · 49 sources · last updated about 10 hours ago

Latest: Indian Navy rescues 20 crew from hijacked Iranian fishing vessel

On October 29, the Iranian fishing vessel Azini was hijacked by approximately 12 armed Somali pirates in the Arabian Sea, near the northeastern coast of Somalia between Bandar Bayla and Hafun. Authorities expressed conce

GE Aerospace engine deliveries and orders

2 clusters · 2 sources · last updated 2 days ago

Latest: GE Aerospace secures orders for U.S. Navy Arleigh Burke-class destroyer engines

In late 2026, GE Aerospace fulfilled several engine-related commitments for international and domestic clients. In September, the company shipped four F404-IN20 turbofan jet engines to India to support the Hindustan Aero

India defence procurement and indigenous manufacturing

15 clusters · 69 sources · last updated 2 days ago

Latest: India targets increased defence production and exports by 2029

India’s Defence Acquisition Council (DAC) has initiated large-scale procurement drives aimed at modernizing the Army, Navy, and Air Force while prioritizing indigenous manufacturing. Initial approvals totaling approximat

Cyclone Murasu makes landfall on Andhra Pradesh coast

11 clusters · 251 sources · last updated 2 days ago

Latest: Cyclone Murasu makes landfall on Andhra Pradesh coast

Severe Cyclonic Storm Murasu made landfall along the southern Andhra Pradesh coast near Ongole, between Nellore and Narsapur, during the early hours of November 3, 2026. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) reported

Oman international economic partnership expansion

9 clusters · 81 sources · last updated 2 days ago

Latest: Oman launches Muscat Maritime Resilience Framework

Oman is actively expanding its international economic partnerships through high-level state visits and strategic agreements. In early September 2026, President Paul Kagame of Rwanda visited Oman to transition diplomatic

India-France Rafale Marine naval integration

2 clusters · 26 sources · last updated 2 days ago

Latest: India tests French Rafale M fighter on INS Vikrant aircraft carrier

In late October 2026, a French-made Rafale Marine fighter aircraft successfully completed its maiden landing on the Indian Navy's indigenous aircraft carrier, INS Vikrant. Operated by a French pilot, the aircraft engaged

Vasco Sunday market fire in Goa

2 clusters · 7 sources · last updated 4 days ago

Latest: Mormugao Municipal Council proposes fire insurance for markets

A massive fire broke out at the Vasco Sunday Market in Goa around midnight on Wednesday, October 28, 2026, destroying more than 150 shops. The blaze caused extensive damage to goods, including essential items intended fo

Indian Navy and Air Force international military exercises

7 clusters · 25 sources · last updated 4 days ago

Latest: India hosts inaugural BIMSTEC maritime security exercise

The Indian Navy and Air Force engaged in several international maritime and bilateral exercises throughout October 2026. In early October, the second edition of the ASEAN-India Maritime Exercise (AIME-2026) concluded it

Indian naval modernization and maritime strategy

2 clusters · 13 sources · last updated 5 days ago

Latest: India approves 40,000 crore rupee project for eight stealth warships

The Indian Navy is pursuing a dual strategy of domestic technological indigenization and expanded regional maritime presence. Efforts to bolster indigenous defense capabilities include the utilization of the Innovations

Indian Coast Guard maritime operations

2 clusters · 7 sources · last updated 6 days ago

Latest: Indian Coast Guard rescues crew of stranded bulk carrier

The Indian Coast Guard has engaged in both large-scale training and active emergency response operations. In early October, the agency conducted SAREX-2026, a multinational maritime search and rescue exercise near Paradi

Indian military multi-domain integration efforts

2 clusters · 2 sources · last updated 6 days ago

Latest: India initiates integrated tri-service logistics structure

Indian military leadership has advocated for a transition toward a “system-of-systems” approach to enhance combat effectiveness. Chief of Defence Staff General NS Raja Subramani emphasized that success depends on integra

Indian espionage investigations involving Pakistan

4 clusters · 14 sources · last updated 7 days ago

Latest: Andhra Pradesh and Bihar police arrest two in Pakistan-linked espionage case

Indian authorities have conducted a series of arrests targeting individuals allegedly involved in espionage for Pakistani intelligence. In Assam, the Special Task Force arrested two individuals in Guwahati, including Ab

Indian Navy naval procurement and shipbuilding

2 clusters · 5 sources · last updated 7 days ago

Latest: India approves Rs 40,000 crore project for next-generation corvettes

The Indian Navy is advancing several maritime modernization initiatives. The service is developing the Project 18 Next Generation Destroyer (NGD), a large surface combatant expected to displace between 10,000 and 15,000

Indian indigenous maritime vessel development

2 clusters · 4 sources · last updated 7 days ago

Latest: Goa Shipyard launches Next Generation Offshore Patrol Vessel INS Srishti

India has reached new milestones in domestic defense shipbuilding through projects at Goa Shipyard Limited. In early October, the Indian Coast Guard commissioned the ICGS Ajit, an indigenously built Fast Patrol Vessel.

Dassault Rafale F5 development and procurement

9 clusters · 27 sources · last updated 8 days ago

Latest: France and UAE discuss cooperation on Rafale F5 fighter jet

Dassault Aviation is developing the Rafale F5, a next-generation fighter designed to bridge the gap to sixth-generation combat aircraft. Following the discontinuation of the European SCAF program, France is pursuing this

INS Trishul Mediterranean deployment

2 clusters · 2 sources · last updated 9 days ago

Latest: Indian Navy frigate INS Trishul arrives in Civitavecchia, Italy

The Indian Navy frigate INS Trishul has been conducting an operational deployment in the Mediterranean Sea, engaging in various bilateral maritime exercises and port calls. In early October, the vessel conducted a Passa

India defense manufacturing and self-reliance initiatives

2 clusters · 5 sources · last updated 10 days ago

Latest: Rajnath Singh emphasizes Indian economic growth and defense self-reliance

Indian Defence Minister Rajnath Singh has been promoting initiatives to enhance the nation’s strategic autonomy through indigenous defense manufacturing. During the 8th Annual Session of the Society of Indian Defence Man

IBSAMAR IX trilateral naval exercise

3 clusters · 9 sources · last updated 12 days ago

Latest: India, Brazil, and South Africa conclude ninth IBSAMAR maritime exercise

The ninth edition of the IBSAMAR maritime exercise concluded on October 20, 2026, in South African waters near Simon’s Town and False Bay. The biennial drills involved the naval forces of India, Brazil, and South Africa.

India indigenous military technology procurement

3 clusters · 13 sources · last updated 13 days ago

Latest: India awards $68 million contract to modernize aging warships

India’s Ministry of Defence has entered into major contracts to procure indigenous military technology as part of the ‘Atmanirbhar Bharat’ initiative, which seeks to enhance domestic manufacturing and decrease dependency

DRDO indigenous defense technology testing

3 clusters · 7 sources · last updated 16 days ago

Latest: India tests indigenous solar-powered High-Altitude Platform System

The Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) has conducted successful trials for several indigenous defense systems. Initial tests focused on the High-Altitude Platform System (HAPS), a lighter-than-air airsh

Indian Navy induction of INS Samarthak

2 clusters · 11 sources · last updated 19 days ago

Latest: Indian Navy commissions indigenous INS Samarthak and INS Mangrol

The Indian Navy is preparing to induct ‘Samarthak’, an indigenous multi-purpose warship built by Larsen & Toubro Limited under the ‘Make in India’ initiative. The vessel is designed for maritime surveillance, patrolling,

Indian naval intelligence espionage investigations

2 clusters · 10 sources · last updated 20 days ago

Latest: Visakhapatnam Naval Dockyard spy case: Key accused arrested

Indian authorities have arrested individuals in connection with separate allegations of leaking sensitive maritime intelligence. In early October 2026, the Andhra Pradesh Counter Intelligence Cell arrested Indian Navy s

India domestic defense manufacturing advancements

2 clusters · 19 sources · last updated 22 days ago

Latest: Indian Navy launches first Fleet Support Ship INS Surya

India has achieved significant milestones in domestic defense manufacturing, specifically within the aerospace and naval sectors. In the aerospace sector, Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL) reached a milestone with th

Somali piracy resurgence and maritime escalation

18 clusters · 196 sources · last updated 25 days ago

Latest: Bogor Police evacuate crew member held hostage by Somali pirates

Piracy activity off the coast of Somalia and in the Gulf of Aden has surged to its highest levels since 2013. Since the beginning of 2026, at least 15 attacks have been recorded, with eight occurring in the Gulf of Aden

EyeROV underwater robotics development in India

2 clusters · 4 sources · last updated 28 days ago

Latest: EyeROV delivers India’s first military-grade ROVs to Indian Navy

The global market for Autonomous Underwater Vehicles (AUVs) and Remotely Operated Vehicles (ROVs) for offshore inspection, repair, and maintenance is projected to grow significantly, reaching an estimated USD 13.50 billi

US-led and ASEAN-India security cooperation in the PH

5 clusters · 9 sources · last updated 30 days ago

Latest: ASEAN-India maritime exercises begin in the Philippines

The United States has initiated efforts to increase combat readiness and strengthen security alliances across Asia, specifically targeting territorial disputes in the South China Sea. Admiral Frank Bradley, commander of