Raksha Mantri Shri Rajnath Singh inaugurated Exercise MILAN 2026 at Visakhapatnam on February 20, 2026, calling upon the global community to address evolving maritime challenges collectively. The exercise, hosted by the Indian Navy, brings together Navy Chiefs and Heads of Delegations from 74 countries to strengthen interoperability, cooperative maritime engagement,…
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Indian Armed Forces Lead Global HADR Missions
New Delhi: The Indian Armed Forces have evolved far beyond their traditional warfighting role, emerging as one of the country’s most dependable pillars in Humanitarian Assistance and Disaster Relief (HADR) operations, both domestically and internationally. Building a Robust HADR Framework India’s HADR framework is anchored in a strong institutional structure…
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Indian Navy Assumes Command of CTF 154
In a significant milestone for India’s maritime diplomacy, the Indian Navy has assumed command of Combined Task Force (CTF) 154, a multinational training task force under the Combined Maritime Forces (CMF). The development underscores India’s growing leadership role in collaborative maritime security across the Indian Ocean Region and beyond.The change…
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ICGS Sankalp Visits Mauritius, Boosts Maritime Cooperation
Indian Coast Guard Ship (ICGS) Sankalp, an Offshore Patrol Vessel, arrived at Port Louis, Mauritius, on January 17 as part of its ongoing overseas deployment to friendly foreign countries in the Indian Ocean Region. The visit underscores India’s continued commitment to strengthening maritime cooperation, enhancing interoperability and deepening its longstanding…
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ICG Ship Sarthak Makes Maiden Port Call at Suwaikh, Kuwait
Indian Coast Guard vessel ICGS Sarthak, an indigenously designed Offshore Patrol Vessel (OPV), arrived at Suwaikh Port on December 9 as part of its Overseas Deployment (OSD) to the Gulf. The five-day visit aims to strengthen bilateral maritime ties, conduct professional exchanges and advance cooperative efforts under India’s SAGAR vision….
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INS Sahyadri Boosts India-Philippines Defence Ties
Indian Naval Ship (INS) Sahyadri, one of the Indian Navy’s frontline indigenously-built stealth frigates, reached Manila, Philippines, for a port call as part of its ongoing operational deployment in the Indo-Pacific. The visit marks another significant step in deepening India-Philippines defence cooperation and expanding New Delhi’s maritime engagement in the…
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ICGS Sachet Reaches Mozambique, Strengthens Maritime Ties
The Indian Coast Guard Ship (ICGS) Offshore Patrol Vessel (OPV) Sachet arrived at Maputo, Mozambique, on October 11, 2025, as part of its overseas deployment to Africa. This visit highlights India’s commitment to enhancing maritime cooperation and regional stability under the SAGAR (Security and Growth for All in the Region)…