According to a statement by the Navy, the contract for the construction of eight MCA Barges was awarded to SECON Engineering Projects Pvt. Ltd., an MSME shipyard in Visakhapatnam, earlier this year in February.
The Indian Navy has initiated an investigation into a collision involving one of its submarines and the fishing vessel Marthoma, which occurred approximately 70 nautical miles northwest of Goa.
The Indian Navy successfully steered a tactical phase of Sea Vigil-24 at Victoria Memorial, Kolkata, showcasing a robust security response to a simulated VVIP hostage situation.
The importance of coastal security was acknowledged long ago. In the evolving world, types of threats have diversified.
The team, deployed for reconnaissance ahead of Bali Yatra 2024, witnessed the accident and sprang into action.
"Deep Ocean Mission" is specially designed to explore India’s deep ocean resources and develop deep-sea technologies for sustainable use of ocean resources.
Last year in August, Navies of India and Germany carried out a joint exercise, which included helicopter landings and search and seizure operations
The primary role of a shallow watercraft is to conduct antisubmarine operations in coastal waters, low-intensity maritime operations and in mine laying operations. The craft is capable of full-scale sub-surface surveillance of coastal waters, Search Attack Unit (SAU) and coordinated ASW operations with aircraft.
Speaking on the occasion, the President congratulated all officers and sailors associated with the 22nd Missile Vessel Squadron for achieving this feat. He said the presentation of the Standard is a testimony to the exceptional service rendered by officers and sailors, past and present, of this squadron to our nation.
The heli dropped task force operated in the snow-clad regions at heights over 9000 feet. The Heli Borne task force included troops from Infantry, Special Forces, and the MARCOS from the Indian Navy.
