Indian Navy

Tankai Method

The Tankai method, also known as the stitched shipbuilding method, is a remarkable 2000-year-old technique of constructing ships by stitching wooden planks together. This technique offers numerous advantages, such as flexibility and durability, making the ships less susceptible to damage ..

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INS Kirpan

In a historic move, India has embarked on a significant journey by gifting its in-service missile corvette, INS Kirpan, to Vietnam. This marks the first time that India has bestowed a fully operational corvette upon a ‘Friendly Foreign Country.’ The ..

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Integrated Simulator Complex (ISC) ‘Dhruv’

The Indian Navy’s training capabilities received a significant boost as Defence Minister Rajnath Singh inaugurated the Integrated Simulator Complex ‘Dhruv’. This state-of-the-art complex aims to enhance practical training in the Indian Navy, providing real-time experience in navigation, fleet operations, and ..

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MH60R Helicopter Successfully Lands and Takes Off from INS Kolkata

The Indian Navy recently achieved a significant milestone with its newest helicopter, the MH-60R, also known as Romeo. The helicopter successfully carried out its maiden landing and take-off from INS Kolkata, an indigenously designed and constructed destroyer. This development marks ..

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Rs 19,600 Crore Defence Contracts for NGOPVs and NGMVs

On March 30, 2023, the Ministry of Defence (MoD) signed contracts with Indian shipyards for the acquisition of 11 Next Generation Offshore Patrol Vessels (NGOPVs) and six Next Generation Missile Vessels (NGMVs) at an overall cost of approximately Rs 19,600 ..

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INS Sumedha and the Visit to Port Algiers

INS Sumedha is an indigenously-built stealth offshore patrol vessel that is equipped with state-of-the-art weapons and sensors. Recently, it reached Port Algiers, Algeria for an operational turn around. Let’s take a closer look at this vessel and its recent visit. ..

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