Franchetti viewed as likely choice to lead Navy, would be first woman on Joint Chiefs
A career surface warfare officer, Franchetti is currently Vice Chief of Naval Operations and previously commanded the Naples, Italy-based US 6th Fleet.
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Second Edition of India-Saudi Joint Naval Exercise Al Mohed Al Hindi 23 Concludes
Riyadh: The second edition of India-Saudi Joint Naval Exercise Al Mohed Al Hindi 23 concluded on Thursday.In the five-day exercise, Indian Naval Aircraft Dornier and Saudi Air component participated, according to a tweet by the Indian Embassy in Riyadh.The Indian Navy, in an official statement, stated that INS Tarkash and INS Subhadra and IN Dornier, Maritime Patrol Aircraft arrived at Al Jubail,
MiG-29K Makes Maiden Night Landing On INS Vikrant
New Delhi: The MiG-29K fighter aircraft undertook a ‘maiden’ night landing on indigenously-built aircraft carrier INS Vikrant.The Navy said that this challenging accomplishment, within three months of the maiden day landing demonstrates the resolve, skill and professionalism of the Indian Navy, Vikrant crew and Naval Pilots.The night landing of the Russian-origin MiG-29K took place on May 24
MiG-29K Fighter Makes Maiden Night Landing On INS Vikrant; Navy Terms It ‘Historic Milestone’
For the first time, the MiG-29K fighter aircraft undertook night landing on indigenously-built aircraft carrier INS Vikrant, a feat described by the Indian Navy as a "historic milestone". The Navy said the "challenging" night landing trial demonstrated the resolve, skill and professionalism of the crew of the INS Vikrant and the naval pilots.The milestone was achieved on Wednesday night when the
Need To Focus On Technological Advancement In Defence Sector: Defence Minister
India must focus on advancement in defence technology in view of "double threat" along the borders, Defence Minister Rajnath Singh said on Thursday in an oblique reference to challenges along the frontiers with China and Pakistan. In an address at a conference, Singh underlined the need for extensive research to develop defence technologies for the country to meet various security challenges."For
Mazagon Unveils MCM Swarm System For Indian Navy At LIMA 2023
Indian company Mazagon Dock Shipbuilders Limited (MDL) unveiled a model of its autonomous underwater vehicle (AUV) swarm concept at the Langkawi International Maritime and Aerospace (LIMA) Exhibition 2023 being held from 23 to 27 May in Malaysia.The concept is to enhance Indian Navy mine-countermeasures (MCM) capabilities. Operating as a swarm, the AUVs will comprise three units. The first will
Strengthening Global Diplomacy: PM Modi’s Exemplary Engagement At G7 Summit In Japan
New Delhi: The global stage is witnessing a remarkable shift in India’s international diplomacy as Prime Minister Narendra Modi embarked on a momentous five-day visit to three countries, which commenced on May 19.This exceptional journey witnesses his active participation in three significant multilateral summit meetings held in Japan, Papua New Guinea, and Australia respectively. Notably, the
Berger: ‘Time to look’ at changing combatant command structure
“There comes a point where there’s so many combatant commanders and so many service chiefs that I wonder at what point does the secretary of defense have a span of control where… getting to a decision and getting the right perspectives on the tab…
Sixth Kalvari-Class Submarine Boosts India’s Maritime Capabilities
Image of the Indian Navy’s fifth Kalvari-class or Project 75 submarine, INS Vagsheer (Yard 11880)The sea trials of the sixth submarine of the Kalvari-class have commenced, marking a milestone towards its induction into the Indian Navy’s capabilities.This development will bolster India’s maritime capabilities, safeguard its interests in the Indian Ocean Region (IOR), and strengthen its defence
Lockheed eyeing plans to keep SPY-1 radar active in fleets globally through 2060
The SPY-1 radar, after first coming online in the 1970s, is used by the US Navy as well as the navies of Australia, Japan, Norway, Spain and South Korea.