The Indian Navy has completed 100 days of its enhanced maritime security operations, codenamed “Operation Sankalp,” which began in mid-December 2023. This proactive initiative reflects India’s commitment to maintaining a safe and secure maritime environment in the Indian Ocean Region (IOR). Operation Sankalp was prompted by the need to address…
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Indian Navy Takes Flight with Cutting-Edge Seahawk Squadron: A Force Multiplier for Maritime Dominance and Regional Security
March 6th, 2024, marks a momentous occasion in the annals of the Indian Navy as it officially inducts the MH-60R Seahawk helicopters. The formation of the INAS 334 squadron with these multi-role maritime marvels signifies a quantum leap in the Navy’s operational capabilities. This acquisition strengthens India’s position as a…
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An Admiral’s Call to Arms: Reimagining the Indian Navy for the Battles to Come
February 19th, 2024, marked a watershed moment for the Indian Navy. At the Military Institute of Technology (MILIT) in Pune, Admiral R Hari Kumar, Chief of the Naval Staff, didn’t simply deliver a speech; he sounded a battle cry. His address, “Maritime Challenges of India and Indian Navy’s Endeavours,” painted…
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Maldives Foreign Ministry website closed for
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Maldives on Tuesday closed access to its website for Indians amid the expected arrival of a Chinese research vessel, Jiang Yang Hong 03, in the Maldives. The development comes amid tensions in India-Maldives relations, which are at an all-time low following the election of…