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Topic: Indian Navy

Indian Navy responds to drone attack on vessel in Gulf of Aden, assures safety of crew

Distress call from MV Genco Picardy was issued late Wednesday and navy diverted a warship deployed in the region to rescue 22 crew on board, including 9 Indians, said Indian Navy.

Navy gets its first MALE drone made by Adani as Army awaits next, larger order in play

The first MALE drone will fly to Porbandar to be pressed into naval maritime operations. Navy chief says India-made UAV will add to credibility of ISR missions across Indian Ocean.

Indian Navy rescues hijacked merchant vessel in Arabian Sea, all crew safe

The group of hijackers deboarded the merchant vessel after a guided missile destroyer reached the spot and issued warnings.

Merchant vessel with Indian crew hijacked in Arabian Sea, Indian Navy operation on

A maritime patrol aircraft was launched and the INS Chennai, deployed for maritime security operations, has been diverted to assist the vessel.

Navy chief directs ‘all possible actions’ to enhance security in Arabian Sea

As per officials, the Indian Navy chief has asked to keep a close lookout for any suspicious activity in the region, which has recently experienced attacks on merchant vessels.

Navy unveils new Shivaji-inspired epaulettes for admirals, says it’s ‘freedom from colonial mentality’

The change in design of epaulettes for senior Navy officers was announced by Prime Minister Narendra Modi during Navy Day celebrations in Sindhudurg earlier this month.

Qatar court commutes death sentences of 8 Indian Navy veterans to prison terms

On 26 October, the 8 men were given the death penalty over allegations of leaking sensitive information. They moved the Qatari Court of Appeal, which reduced the sentences.

Navy, Coast Guard intensify search & boarding operations after armed drone attack on MV Chem Pluto

Four guided missile destroyers — INS Mormugao, INS Kochi, and INS Kolkata and INS Chennai — deployed as deterrence and for keeping track of suspected vessels in Arabian Sea.

Navy to deploy guided missile destroyer ships in Arabian Sea after strike off its coast

Drone launched from Iran struck the MV Chem Pluto in the Indian Ocean Saturday. Navy's decision to deploy guided missile destroyers comes as an effort to 'maintain a deterrent presence'.

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XUV 7XO shows Mahindra’s engineering prowess. DAVINCI suspension makes a world of difference

The old XUV 700 was an indication that the Indian manufacturer had begun to up their game. But 7XO is world-class in terms of fit, finish, and equipment.

Grounded no more: Andhra govt revives no-frills Dagadarthi airport near Nellore to boost south coast link

As Visakhapatnam readies a mega airport, the Andhra Pradesh government has revived its shelved Dagadarthi project, aiming to boost cargo and connectivity on the south coast.

Oreshnik, ATACMS & Storm Shadow: All about the missiles Russia and Ukraine are firing

Both the Russian and Ukrainian militaries are leaning on drones, but they’re also firing cruise and ballistic missiles, some of them relatively new and experimental.

Thank you Donald Trump, again. India now has reason to shed fear of trade deals and risky reform

UK, EFTA already in the bag and EU on the way, many members of RCEP except China signed up, and even restrictions on China being lifted, India has changed its mind on trade.