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Indian Navy Engages in Global Maritime Exercise of Unprecedented Scale
Hosted by the Commander, US Pacific Fleet, RIMPAC 2024 will feature participating forces exercising in a broad range of activities, to include disaster relief, maritime security operations, sea control, and complex warfighting. Vice Admiral John Wade, Commander, US 3rd Fleet and RIMPAC 2024 CTF commander, underscored that the exercise shall aim at relationship-building, improved interoperability, and proficiency building in support of peace and stability within the Indo-Pacific region.
Indian Navy's Submarine Marks Historic Maiden Voyage to Campbell Bay, Nicobar Islands
This historic visit underscores the expanded operational capabilities of the force. The Eastern Naval Command highlighted this momentous occasion, emphasizing the strategic importance of the submarine's presence in Campbell Bay.
Indian Navy's Commitment to Peace in the Indian Ocean: Resolute Action Against Somali Pirates
The targeted vessel, the former Maltese-flagged merchant ship MV Ruen, had fallen into the hands of Somali pirates in December the previous year near the coast of Somalia. In a meticulously orchestrated operation spanning nearly 40 hours, the Indian Navy deployed a formidable array of assets, including the stealth-guided missile destroyer INS Kolkata, patrol vessel INS Subhadra, and long-endurance Sea Guardian drones. Additionally, elite marine commandos known as MARCOS were swiftly deployed via a C-17 aircraft.
Indian Citizen Returns from Qatar Upon Meeting Specific Conditions: MEA
India celebrated a diplomatic triumph as seven former navy personnel, employed by Doha-based Dahra Global and detained since August 2022, returned home earlier this month. Among them were Captain Navtej Singh Gill, Captain Birendra Kumar Verma, Captain Saurabh Vasisht, Commander Amit Nagpal, Commander Sugunakar Pakala, Commander Sanjeev Gupta, and Sailor Rajesh.
MILAN 2024 Naval Exercise Wraps Up with Spectacular Finale
A notable aspect was the involvement of 13 ships and one aircraft from allied foreign nations, enhancing the event's international cooperation. The closing ceremony stood out for its distinctive approach: all 35 units convened at anchorage off Visakhapatnam, with Commanding Officers gathering aboard INS Vikrant for deliberations.
Navy Initiates Investigation into Chinese Fishing Vessels Encroaching Indian Waters near Karnataka
As per sources, the incident was brought to attention three days ago, prompting the Indian Navy to launch an inquiry into the matter.
Indian Navy Plays Crucial Role in Rescuing Hijacked Sri Lankan Vessel
This operation is part of a series of successful rescues carried out by the Indian Navy in response to distress calls from various vessels in recent weeks. The Sri Lankan-flagged fishing trawler, Lorenzo Putha, fell victim to hijacking by three pirates on January 27.
Indian Navy Rescues 19 Pakistanis in Successful Anti-Piracy Operation
The INS Sumitra, actively engaged in anti-piracy and maritime security operations in the east of Somalia and the Gulf of Aden, thwarted the piracy attempt on the Iranian fishing vessel named Iman the previous day.
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