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INS Sunayna heads to Mauritius to strengthen maritime ties
Mozambique, April 21: INS Sunayna, currently on deployment to Africa as Indian Ocean Ship (IOS) SAGAR, departed for Port Louis, Mauritius, on Monday after concluding its successful three-day port visit to Nacala, Mozambique, said the Indian Navy.
First India-Africa multinational maritime exercise will boost ties with African nations: MEA
New Delhi, April 17: India on Thursday said that the first edition of the India-Africa Multinational Maritime Exercise, being co-hosted by India and Tanzania off the coast of Africa, marks a significant milestone in strengthening relations between India and the African nations.
Indian Navy's INS Sunayna makes maiden port call at Dar-es-Salaam
New Delhi, April 13: INS Sunayna, designated as Indian Ocean Ship (IOS) SAGAR, has entered the Port of Dar-es-Salaam, Tanzania, as part of India's commitment to further facilitate global maritime cooperation and security.
First edition of Naval Commanders' Conference 2025 culminates in New Delhi
New Delhi, April 11: The first edition of the biannual Naval Commanders' Conference 2025 concluded in New Delhi on Friday. The week-long apex-level conference, held from April 5 to 11 in two phases at Karwar and New Delhi, engaged the commanders in deliberations on security challenges in the maritime domain and review of Indian Navy's operational preparedness, Indian Navy said in a press release.
Admiral Dinesh K Tripathi commends achievements of Navy in maintaining combat ready force
New Delhi, April 8: Admiral Dinesh K Tripathi, Chief of the Naval Staff (CNS), commended the achievements of the Navy in maintaining a combat ready force through the conduct of successful operational exercises, higher operational availability of platforms and joint operations with the Indian Army and Indian Air Force, a release said.
Sri Lanka lauds India's 'unwavering support' in strengthening maritime capabilities
Colombo, April 7: Sri Lanka's Ministry of Defence on Monday stated that the State Visit of the Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi has reaffirmed the shared vision of both nations for a prosperous and secure Indian Ocean Region (IOR), strengthening further the profound historical, cultural, and strategic ties that unite both countries.
Rajnath Singh flags off INS Sunayna as Indian Ocean Ship SAGAR from Karwar
Karwar, April 5: Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Saturday flagged off the Indian Navy's Offshore Patrol Vessel INS Sunayna from the Karwar Naval Base in Karnataka as the Indian Ocean Ship SAGAR (Security and Growth for All in the Region) marking a key milestone in India's maritime outreach initiative, and reinforcing India's role as a regional maritime partner committed to peace, prosperity, and collective security.
Top Navy commanders to discuss strategic, operational issues at key meet
New Delhi, April 4: The first edition of Naval Commanders' Conference 2025 is all set to commence on April 5 to discuss strategic issues.
Indian Navy's maiden initiative of IOS Sagar concludes its harbour and sea training phase at Kochi
New Delhi, April 3: Indian Navy's maiden initiative of Indian Ocean Ship Sagar (IOS Sagar) concluded its harbour and sea training phase at Southern Naval Command, Kochi, and the ship with her crew, has left for Karwar, Ministry of Defence said in a press release.
Coast Guard Vessel Saksham makes port call in Madagascar
New Delhi, March 18: The Indian Coast Guard's Offshore Patrol Vessel (OPV) ICGS Saksham, made a port call at Antsiranana in Madagascar as part of its ongoing overseas deployment to friendly foreign countries in the Indian Ocean region. This visit marks a significant milestone in strengthening maritime cooperation between India and Madagascar.
ICGS Saksham's visit to Seychelles strengthens maritime cooperation
New Delhi, March 12: Indian Coast Guard Ship (ICGS) Saksham, an offshore patrol vessel arrived at Port Victoria, Seychelles, on March 12, for a three-day goodwill visit aimed at strengthening maritime cooperation and fostering regional partnerships, the ICG said in an official statement.
India and Mauritius announce Enhanced Strategic Partnership, vow to work together in safeguarding larger strategic interests in IOR
Port Louis, March 12: Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Mauritius PM Navinchandra Ramgoolam on Wednesday expressed satisfaction over their comprehensive discussions on the entire gamut of bilateral relations and agreed that their special and close bilateral partnership has acquired significant strategic depth with the partnership now being raised to an Enhanced Strategic Partnership.
India-Mauritius ties have no boundaries, will keep working for our people: PM Modi
Port Louis, March 12: Lauding ties between India and Mauritius, Prime Minister Narendra Modi said that the relationship between the two countries has no boundaries, and they will work together for the people of the two nations, as well as the peace and security of the region.
Integration of air and naval power essential for national interests: CDS Anil Chauhan
New Delhi, Feb 25: Gen Anil Chauhan, Chief of Defence Staff (CDS), highlighted the importance of joint force projection. On Tuesday, speaking at a seminar, he stressed that the integration of air and naval power is essential for safeguarding national interests and ensuring deterrence in the region.
Discussions on enhancing cooperation in Indian Ocean Region held at 7th India-France Maritime Cooperation Dialogue
New Delhi, January 20: The 7th India-France Maritime Cooperation Dialogue held in New Delhi focused on discussions on enhancing cooperation in the Indian Ocean Region and reaffirmed both countries shared vision for maritime security.
India's economic prosperity is linked to maritime security, says Defence Minister Rajnath Singh
New Delhi, January 17: India's economic prosperity is linked to its maritime security, said Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Friday.
Commissioning of frontline naval combatants testimony to India's growing strength in Indian Ocean Region: Rajnath Singh
Mumbai, January 15: The commissioning of three frontline naval combatants is a testimony to the growing strength of India in Indian Ocean Region, Defence Minister Rajnath Singh said on Wednesday during the induction of one submarine and two navy ships in Mumbai city.