Bridging the gap: Why the Navy put an admiral in charge at Norfolk Naval Shipyard
The Navy’s public shipyards have historically been commanded by captains. A new pilot program at Norfolk may change that precedent permanently.
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Rajnath Singh, CDS Gen Chauhan To Attend Tri-Services Seminar At Mhow; Op Sindoor On The Table
India is set to host a high-level tri-services seminar titled Ransamwad 2025 at the Army War College, Mhow, Madhya Pradesh, on August 26–27, which will bring together the country’s military leadership, defence experts, and senior policymakers to discuss future warfare in the technologically driven security landscape.Defence Minister Rajnath Singh, Chief of Defence Staff (CDS) General Anil Chauhan
Fire breaks out on US Navy amphib New Orleans, operating near Japan
“Crews are responding to a fire aboard USS New Orleans (LPD 18) this evening, Aug. 20, (Japan Time) which is in the vicinity of Okinawa, Japan. We will provide more details as they become available,” according to a US Navy spokesman.
ISRO To Launch Two Spy Satellites For The Indian Navy Which Will Replace TDS & Rukmini Satellites
The Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) is actively preparing to launch two significant military surveillance satellites by the end of 2025: the Technology Demonstration Satellite (TDS) and the GSAT-7R satellite.The GSAT-7R is a dedicated military communication satellite intended specifically for the Indian Navy, designed to replace the existing GSAT-7 satellite, also known as Rukmini.The
The Navy’s nuclear comms plane: What is the EC-130J Phoenix II?
The Navy’s upcoming aircraft for nuclear command and control has a new name and team of contractors selected, but potentially one less mission than its predecessor.
Satellite Images Reveal Pak Navy’s Fled From Karachi; Moved To Commercial Terminals During Operation Sindoor
In May 2025, during the Indian military Operation Sindoor, satellite imagery and open-source intelligence have revealed significant defensive repositioning and a retreat of Pakistan’s naval forces amid heightened Indo-Pak tensions.On the night between May 6 and 7, Indian forces launched strikes targeting nine terror-linked locations in Pakistan and Pakistan-occupied Jammu and Kashmir (PoK).
New Ships, Subs, MCMVs For Navy
Project 17A indigenous stealth frigate Udaygiri delivered to Indian NavyIndian Navy has achieved a significant twin power upgrade with the commissioning of the Russian-built INS Tamal and the delivery of the indigenous stealth frigate INS Udaygiri, marking a major enhancement in its maritime capabilitiesIndian Navy has achieved a significant twin power upgrade with the commissioning of the
Army revamping hypervelocity cannon plan, eyeing new competitions
“Some of it will absolutely be competed. We’re looking at each of the components that SCO has done. … Some of those technologies are more mature than others,” said RCCTO head Lt. Gen. Robert Rasch.
HAL Conducts Extensive Tests On The Navy & Coast Guard Dhruv Helicopters To Fix The Issues of Grounded Fleet
Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL) conducted extensive tests on the Navy and Coast Guard’s Dhruv Advanced Light Helicopters (ALH) off the coast of Visakhapatnam over a continuous period of two weeks in August 2025.The objective of these rigorous trials was to collect critical data aimed at identifying and fixing persistent flaws that led to the grounding of the naval and coast guard Dhruv fleet
India’s Naval Fighter Stalemate Threatens Atmanirbharta
by Gp Capt (Dr.) RK Narang VM (Retd)India’s indigenous naval fighter program is facing a significant stalemate, endangering the country’s goal of Atmanirbharta (self-reliance) in military aviation.Central to this stalemate is the delay and uncertainty surrounding the development of the Twin Engine Deck Based Fighter (TEDBF), alongside the Indian Navy’s decision not to participate in the