All news stories and reports tagged with #Maritime Security.
Defying the shadows of conflict, the India-linked LPG tanker Sarv Shakti has navigated the peril-fraught Strait of Hormuz, a feat laden with geopolitical weight. Carrying 45,000 tons of vital LPG...
Diplomatic momentum surged in New Delhi as PM Narendra Modi and Seychelles' President Dr. Patrick Herminie concluded a meaningful bilateral huddle on Monday. Modi hailed the session's success and...
A high-value narcotics bust unfolded when Indian Coast Guard vessels, accompanied by Gujarat ATS commandos, closed in on a foreign-flagged container ship anchored near Mundra. Crew attempts to...
New Delhi played host to the foreign ministers of the Quad on Tuesday as they mapped out fresh steps to reinforce supply-chain resilience and maritime safety across the Indo-Pacific. India’s top...
India's naval leadership undergoes a significant realignment with Vice Admiral Sanjay Vatsyayan named the Flag Officer Commanding-in-Chief for the Western Naval Command. Moving from Vice Chief of...
Bengaluru's retired Lieutenant General C.A. Krishnan lit up the strategic canvas in an IANS interview, positioning the Great Nicobar Project as indispensable for India's future. This island fortress,...
West Asia's brewing storm jeopardizes energy security, leading the Indian Navy to amplify warship numbers near the Gulf of Oman. Focus remains on escorting Indian-flagged tankers via the tense Strait...
Strengthening its oceanic frontier, India finalized ₹5,083 crore defense procurements on March 3, acquiring advanced helicopters for the Coast Guard and air defense missiles for the Navy. These...
Diplomatic bridges strengthened in New Delhi as PM Narendra Modi hosted Mauritius PM Navinchandra Ramgoolam and Sri Lanka President Anura Kumara Dissanayake amid the India AI Impact Summit. These...
The stage was set in New Delhi for the colossal 13th MILAN naval exercise, branded by Chief of Naval Staff Admiral Dinesh Kumar Tripathi as the 'Maritime Mahakumbh.' Greeting delegates from 74...
In his keynote at the expansive MILAN-2026 naval symposium in Visakhapatnam, Defence Minister Rajnath Singh outlined the dire spectrum of threats imperiling oceans worldwide: rampant piracy,...
The port city of Visakhapatnam buzzes with anticipation as President Droupadi Murmu touches down Tuesday for IFR 2026, a two-day naval pageant under her supreme command. This gathering of global sea...
Breaking new ground, the Indian Navy has seized command of Combined Task Force 154, a powerhouse within the 47-member Combined Maritime Forces. The February 11 handover in Bahrain spotlights India's...
Alert Indian Coast Guard teams have smashed a bold betel nut smuggling bid deep in the Bay of Bengal. The January 22, 2026, action at Fraser Gunj resulted in the apprehension of a fishing boat...
A high-level parliamentary delegation descended on Visakhapatnam's NSTL Tuesday, chaired by Radha Mohan Singh, to evaluate DRDO's strides in underwater defence technologies. This strategic visit...
The Indian Navy is set to welcome its third indigenous nuclear-powered ballistic missile submarine (SSBN), INS Aridhaman, a development confirmed by Navy Chief Admiral Dinesh Tripathi. This strategic...
Naval Chief Admiral Dinesh K Tripathi announced that the indigenous nuclear ballistic submarine, INS Aridhaman, is on the brink of being commissioned. This statement, made during the Navy Day press...
The Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) has successfully launched GSAT-7R, a state-of-the-art communication satellite codenamed CMS-03, specifically engineered for the Indian Navy. This...
In a major advancement for national security, India has successfully launched GSAT-7R, its most substantial communication satellite ever. This powerful new asset is poised to revolutionize the Indian...
A significant call for enhanced international cooperation in maritime security was made by Vice Admiral G Ashok Kumar (Retd), former National Maritime Security Coordinator, at the Indo-Pacific...
A recent visit by Pakistan's Navy Chief, Admiral Naveed Ashraf, to the contested Sir Creek region has amplified security alarms in India. The admiral's tour of frontline naval posts within the...
During a recent visit to the newly commissioned INS Vikrant, India's first indigenous aircraft carrier, Prime Minister Narendra Modi stood on a deck concealing a potent secret weapon: the Barak-8...
The Indian Navy will induct the INS Androth, the second Anti-Submarine Warfare Shallow Water Craft (ASW-SWC), into service at the Visakhapatnam Naval Dockyard. This induction marks a major step in...
The Indian Navy will induct the second Anti-Submarine Warfare Shallow Water Craft (ASW-SWC) 'Androth' into service at the Naval Dockyard. Vice Admiral Rajesh Pendharkar, the Flag Officer...
Defense Minister Rajnath Singh is scheduled to travel to Australia for a two-day visit beginning Thursday, with the goal of fortifying bilateral defense and strategic relations. Discussions will...
The Indian Coast Guard has received the ICGS Akshar from Goa Shipyard Limited (GSL), marking a significant step in enhancing India's maritime security. Built as part of the Atmanirbhar Bharat...
In a move to bolster its naval power, India is planning to induct nine new modern diesel-electric submarines into its fleet. Discussions are ongoing to finalize the prices before seeking approval...
Despite the inclusion of six indigenous Scorpene-class submarines, the Navy's submarine branch still operates 12 older submarines. Recognizing this, the Navy is seeking to augment its fleet with more...
The Indian and Sri Lankan Coast Guards convened for their 8th high-level meeting in New Delhi on Monday, addressing the escalating security concerns and shifting geopolitical landscape of the Indian...
The South China Sea was a central topic of discussion at the Quad Foreign Ministers' meeting, with all four nations expressing significant concern. Jaishankar emphasized the shared interest in...
A high-tech Chinese underwater sensor has been recovered from the Lombok Strait, igniting fears of covert surveillance in one of Asia's most traversed sea lanes. Discovered by local fishermen north...
Italian Foreign Minister Antonio Tajani called for an urgent diplomatic push to reopen the Strait of Hormuz during a gathering of EU foreign ministers in Limassol. The meeting examined the...
The US military announced it eliminated four Iranian drones and hit a control center in southern Iran, claiming the assets endangered ships transiting the Strait of Hormuz. Officials said the...
After weeks of forensic work, South Korea is ready to present its findings on the attack that targeted the HMM Namu in the Strait of Hormuz. The vessel, sailing under the South Korean flag, was hit...
When intelligence reports indicated suspicious skiffs approaching a cargo vessel, the Indian Navy wasted no time in launching a coordinated response. INS Kolkata, already on patrol in the western...
India, the US, Japan, and Australia have jointly condemned terrorism in all forms and appealed for sustained global cooperation to eliminate terrorist networks. The declaration followed the Quad...
US Secretary of State Marco Rubio has praised the Quad foreign ministers meeting held in New Delhi, describing it as both successful and strategically valuable. The statement was shared by US...
Penny Wong told fellow Quad ministers in New Delhi that the grouping must remain strong and results-oriented if it is to meet the challenges facing the Indo-Pacific. Her remarks came during the...
At the Quad foreign ministers meeting in New Delhi, Japanese Foreign Minister Toshimitsu Motegi asserted that the grouping will intensify practical cooperation to realize a free and open...
US Secretary of State Marco Rubio used the Quad Foreign Ministers’ meeting in New Delhi to underscore a pivotal shift: the grouping is no longer satisfied with words alone. In his opening remarks on...
Iran's elite Revolutionary Guard naval forces reported successful passage of 25 vessels through the Strait of Hormuz over a 24-hour timeframe. The diverse fleet included oil tankers, container ships,...
External Affairs Minister Dr. S. Jaishankar interacted with young diplomats and heads of diplomatic academies at the BRICS Youth Diplomatic Forum in Delhi. The talks highlighted India’s upcoming...
Tensions grip West Asia, but Iran's Foreign Minister Seyed Abbas Araghchi delivered reassuring words from New Delhi: the Strait of Hormuz is business as usual for neutral ships. Only vessels from...
The UAE's forthright denunciation of a missile strike on an Indian-registered ship in Omani waters has set the stage for Prime Minister Narendra Modi's high-stakes visit to Abu Dhabi. Coming on the...
In the heart of New Delhi, Prime Minister Narendra Modi met with foreign ministers gathered for the BRICS conclave, a platform scripted for strategic engagements as per official briefings from the...
Iran's government media announced on May 6 the implementation of a novel regulatory framework governing ship movements in the Strait of Hormuz, a move that amplifies ongoing naval standoffs with the...
The United States is pressing its coalition partners to take a bigger slice of the security pie for the Strait of Hormuz, as stated by Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth on Tuesday. This narrow passage...
Tensions in the Strait of Hormuz have prompted a decisive US response: 'Project Freedom,' a strictly defensive mission to secure commercial shipping. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth made this clear in...
The Strait of Hormuz, lifeline of global energy, simmers with renewed danger after Iran leveled serious charges against the U.S. 'Project Freedom' operation. Five civilians perished when two modest...
South Korea ramped up diplomatic pressure Saturday, with Foreign Minister Cho Hyun appealing directly to Iran's Abbas Araghchi over phone to restart secure shipping in the Strait of Hormuz. The...
Maritime mayhem struck near Oman's coast as Iran's IRGC reportedly fired upon a container vessel, damaging its command center in a brazen display. UKMTO's alert detailed the master's report: a...
A routine fishing expedition in Indonesia's Lombok Strait turned geopolitical thriller when anglers netted a Chinese-made undersea monitoring rig. The 3.7-meter behemoth, found north of Gili...
In a decisive move, India's Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri called in Iran's Ambassador Mohammad Fathali to address the shocking gunfire directed at two Indian-registered ships by IRGC forces in the...
A shocking maritime brush with danger gripped headlines Saturday when Iranian forces fired on two India-registered cargo ships transiting the Strait of Hormuz. In a swift diplomatic riposte, Foreign...
In a decisive diplomatic maneuver, India summoned Iran's ambassador to address the shocking gunfire directed at two of its registered tankers in the Strait of Hormuz. The high-stakes meeting between...
On the 22nd day of the fierce US-Israel-Iran military exchange, Prime Minister Narendra Modi connected with President Masoud Pezeshkian of Iran, offering Eid and Nowruz blessings and advocating for...
Flashpoint in the Gulf: 20 nations have unleashed a torrent of criticism against Iran for its perilous campaign targeting the Strait of Hormuz. Signatories spanning Europe (UK, Germany, Sweden), Asia...
A powerful alliance featuring South Korea and seven partners from Europe and Japan prepares to launch a shared statement blasting Iran's Gulf region strikes and the de facto sealing of the Strait of...
Over 115 IMO members united at the Abu Dhabi extraordinary session to pass a historic resolution against Iran's disruptions in the Strait of Hormuz, signaling worldwide alarm for secure seas and...
From March 19 to 24, Sergio Gor, serving as US Special Envoy for South and Central Asia and India’s Ambassador, will traverse Sri Lanka and Maldives to fortify strategic footholds in the Indian...
India scores a strategic win as Iran permits its tankers through the Strait of Hormuz, courtesy of talks between Foreign Minister S. Jaishankar and Abbas Araghchi. The focus: Keeping oil and gas...
As clashes with Iran intensify, Washington promises ironclad defense of the Strait of Hormuz to uphold global oil transit. CBS '60 Minutes' host grilled Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth, who confirmed...
Raisina Dialogue 2026 wrapped up in New Delhi with External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar delivering a masterclass on India's maritime diplomacy. He stressed India's unique knack for assembling...
Diplomatic warmth filled New Delhi’s Vice President Enclave Friday as Seychelles’ Sebastian Pillay engaged in high-level parleys with India’s CP Radhakrishnan, aiming to invigorate bilateral ties on...
Diplomatic warmth filled New Delhi on Monday during Prime Minister Narendra Modi's summit with Seychelles' President Dr. Patrick Herminie. The agenda spanned historical affinities to future-oriented...
Strengthening maritime bonds, India's Dr. S. Jaishankar convened with Seychelles' Dr. Patrick Herminie in Delhi on February 9. The high-stakes huddle at ITC Maurya underscores the six-day state's...
Two Indian Coast Guard vessels arrived in Colombo on January 24, marking an important step in bilateral maritime cooperation. Offshore Patrol Vessel ICG S Varah and Fast Patrol Vessel ICG S Atulya...
Tensions in BRICS maritime ties surfaced as India stayed away from a high-profile naval exercise in South Africa, which MEA dismissed as an informal South African project rather than a bloc-wide...
The Indian Navy made headlines with the arrival of its debut Training Squadron at Singapore's Changi Naval Base on January 15. INS Tir, INS Shardul, INS Sujata, and ICGS Sarthi form this dynamic...
The Philippines has significantly enhanced its maritime defense capabilities with the acquisition of India's formidable BrahMos supersonic cruise missiles. This strategic defense partnership, valued...
A shadowy maritime drug trade is flourishing along Pakistan's Makran coast, with crystal methamphetamine emerging as the dominant illicit export. The process begins inland, with precursor chemicals...
The U.S. military has carried out a series of targeted strikes on four suspected drug-smuggling vessels in the eastern Pacific, resulting in the deaths of 14 individuals. One survivor was recovered...
In a crucial diplomatic exchange, India's External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar met with US Secretary of State Marco Rubio in Malaysia's capital, Kuala Lumpur. The meeting, held during the ASEAN...
A significant operation in the Caribbean has resulted in the destruction of a suspected submarine carrying illegal drugs, officials confirmed Sunday. The White House revealed the submarine was...
Sri Lankan Prime Minister Harini Amarasuriya recently articulated a vision for closer collaboration with India, focusing on trade expansion, bolstered maritime security, and the promotion of...
Sri Lankan Prime Minister Harini Amarasuriya has articulated a clear vision for deepening bilateral ties with India, focusing on robust cooperation in trade, maritime security, and economic...
Sri Lankan Prime Minister Harini Amarasuriya has articulated a vision for closer collaboration with India, focusing on robust trade links, enhanced maritime security, and the development of...
A recent defense cooperation pact between Pakistan and Somalia signals a profound shift in the latter's maritime defense strategy. This agreement extends beyond standard military assistance,...
Amidst the backdrop of increasing assertiveness by China in the South China Sea, India and the Philippines have formalized a new strategic partnership. Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. is...
A high-level meeting took place in New Delhi on Thursday between External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar and a special envoy delegation from South Korea, spearheaded by former Prime Minister Kim...
A delegation of special envoys from the Republic of Korea (RoK), headed by former Prime Minister Kim Boo-kyum, met with External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar on Thursday to discuss enhancing...