India and Seychelles took a significant step towards strengthening maritime cooperation and blue economy engagement during a high-level Indo-Seychelles Business Roundtable held in Mumbai. The dialogue brought together political leadership, policymakers and business representatives to explore opportunities in maritime trade, sustainable ocean-based industries and long-term economic collaboration in the Indian…
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Indian Navy Training Squadron Calls at Belawan, Indonesia
The Indian Navy’s First Training Squadron (1TS) made a significant port call at Belawan, Indonesia, on January 20, 2026, marking another milestone in India’s expanding maritime engagement with Southeast Asia. The visit underscores New Delhi’s commitment to strengthening naval diplomacy, fostering interoperability, and deepening people-to-people ties under the Act East…
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INS Sudarshini Begins Lokayan 26 Global Sail Expedition
The Indian Navy’s Sail Training Ship INS Sudarshini is set to embark on a landmark transoceanic sail expedition titled Lokayan 26 on January 20, 2026. Spanning ten months, the ambitious voyage will cover more than 22,000 nautical miles and include port calls at 18 locations across 13 countries, reinforcing India’s…
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Indian Navy Strengthens Act East Engagement
New Delhi/Singapore: The Indian Navy’s First Training Squadron (1TS) has arrived at Changi Naval Base, Singapore, marking a significant step in strengthening ASEAN–India maritime cooperation and regional naval engagement. The squadron, comprising INS Tir, INS Shardul, INS Sujata and Indian Coast Guard Ship Sarathi, reached Singapore on January 15, 2026,…
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Indian Navy Bolsters Maldives Ties at Ex Ekatha 2025
The Indian Navy reaffirmed its strong commitment to regional maritime security as Vice Admiral Tarun Sobti, Deputy Chief of the Naval Staff (DCNS), visited Maldives from December 15 to 17, 2025, to attend the closing ceremony of the eighth edition of the bilateral maritime exercise, Exercise Ekatha 2025. The visit…
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INS Savitri, Seychelles Boost EEZ Surveillance Ties
Indian Naval Ship (INS) Savitri, an Offshore Patrol Vessel of the Indian Navy, arrived at Port Victoria, Seychelles, on 22 November 2025 to undertake a port call and a joint Exclusive Economic Zone (EEZ) surveillance with the Seychelles Coast Guard. Purpose of the Visit The port call forms part of…
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Kashi Tamil Sangamam 4.0 to Begin on December 2
The Ministry of Education will host Kashi Tamil Sangamam (KTS) 4.0 from 2–10 December 2025 to celebrate deep civilisational ties between Tamil Nadu and Kashi. Coordinated by IIT Madras and Banaras Hindu University (BHU), the fourth edition advances the Prime Minister’s vision of Ek Bharat Shreshtha Bharat through cultural exchange,…
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Indian Navy Commanders’ Conference 2025 Begins in New Delhi
The Indian Navy’s second biannual Commanders’ Conference 2025 is set to begin in New Delhi from 22nd to 24th October. The three-day gathering gains strategic importance following ‘Operation Sindoor’ and the Navy’s sustained high operational tempo, emphasizing combat readiness and maritime security in the Indo-Pacific region. Focus on Joint Operations…