The Indian Navy maintains a hawk eye in the Indian Ocean region, especially in the North and Central Arabian Sea and Gulf of Aden. The Indian Navy is emerging as the primary maritime force and guardian rescuing international vessels from sea pirates and terrorists alike. How is India establishing itself as a first responder in the Indian Ocean region? Who are the Indian marine commandos striking fear in the hearts of sea pirates? What makes India a pivotal maritime force to reckon with? Watch Game Plan with Shivan Chanana.

India now a formidable naval force in the Indian Ocean: Here's the proof

In the troubled waters of the Red Sea, the Indian navy is actively helping ships in distress. The Indian navy warships have led multiple efforts to rescue merchant vessels attacked by the Iranian-backed Houthi rebels.

Indian Navy foils piracy bid on fishing vessel near Somalia coast

US-India relations are getting stronger. The U.S. approved the sale of 31 MQ-9B armed drones to India. The sale is valued at an estimated $3.99 billion.

US approves sale of armed drones to India for nearly $4 billion

Indian Navy comes to the rescue again. INS Sumitra successfully rescued two hijacked vessels in less than 36 hours. The first hijacked vessel was the Iranian-flagged Fishing Vessel (FV) Iman and the second was Iranian-flagged fishing vessel Al Naeemi.

Indian Navy rescues two hijacked vessels in less than 36 hours

Gravitas | China is working on a secret new technology for its warship. The next-generation Fujian warship, which is yet to undergo trials, is reportedly equipped with an "all in one" mast. It is a new technology which Chinese scientists say will have a big impact on the future of warfare. They say this new tech could give the Chinese warship an edge over the U.S. USS Gerald R Ford warship. What is this secret new tech? Find out here.

Gravitas: China's Secret New Technology for Warships is Bound to Worry U.S. | Here's Why

US Navy eases recruitment criteria. Now one can apply for US Navy even without a high school degree. Those who score 50 or above in qualification test can join the Navy. Watch to know more!

US Navy eases recruitment criteria as it struggles to meet recruitment goals

US Navy struggles to meet recruitment goals

India's 75th Republic Day was an ode to the Women of India. Women took the lead in military contingents and tableaus at the parade. In a historic first, the all-women tri-service contingent took centre-stage.

Gravitas | Indian Republic Day: All-Women Contingent of Army, IAF, Navy show military prowess

India's Chief of Naval staff Admiral R Hari Kumar speaks to WION on growing presence of Chinese vessels. He said, 'It is essential to support their operations.' Admiral R Hari Kumar said, 'If their work effects us, we will take action.' Watch to know more!

India's Navy Chief Admiral R Hari Kumar speaks to WION on growing presence of Chinese vessels

The Indian Navy Chief Admiral R Hari Kumar has termed the situation in Red Sea as "quite fragile". Speaking to our diplomatic correspondent Sidhant Sibal exclusively, he pointed out to Indian warships deployment & recent drone attack on MV Chem Pluto. He also spoke about Chinese presence in Indian Ocean, bilateral exercises including with Thailand, Maldives ties, amoung other things.

Many issues persistent in Indo-Pacific region: Indian Navy Chief on Red sea situation

The U.S. Central Command has said that two of its Navy SEALs have died after they went missing at sea during an anti-Houthi operation on January 11. Can highly-trained SEALs really go missing at sea? Or is America hiding something?

Gravitas: US Navy SEALs die during anti-Houthi operation. What's the real story?

On January 11, 2024, two US Navy SEALs went missing after falling into the water during a nighttime boarding mission in the Gulf of Aden. The SEALs were raiding a small ship off Somalia. Now, they are declared dead.

US says 2 Navy seals missing declared dead after anti-Houthi mission

India's Ministry of External Affairs confirms consular access to jailed Navy veterans in Qatar. Legal team looking into appeals aspect of 8 detained Indians, says MEA. Watch to know more!

India gets consular access to Navy veterans jailed in Qatar

The Brazilian Navy inducted 'Humaita', the second Scorpene submarine that was built domestically, based on technology transfer from the French firm Naval Group. This is part of Brazil's ProSub programme that aims to enhance their Navy's submarine force with four new conventional (diesel-electric) Scorpene submarines and the development of an indigenous Nuclear-powered submarine.

After India, Brazil inducts French-origin Scorpene Submarines

On January 11, 2024, two US Navy SEALs went missing after falling into the water during a nighttime boarding mission in the Gulf of Aden. The SEALs were raiding a small ship off Somalia.

Two US Navy seals go missing off Somalia coast, search underway

Two U.S. Navy sailors went missing Thursday off the coast of Somalia, U.S. Central Command said in a statement Friday.

2 US Navy sailors go missing off Somalia coast, search underway

The seizure comes after weeks of attacks launched by Houthi militias. Iran's state media releases footage. Move likely to stoke tensions in the West Asian region. Watch to know more!

Tensions in West Asian Waters: Iranian Navy captures US' oil tanker

US sailor has been sentenced to 27 months in jail for accepting nearly $115,000 in bribes from a Chinese intelligence officer in return for exchanging classified US military information.

US Navy sailor convicted for sharing military data with China

In order to combat the Houthi danger to the commercial boats operating in the area, India has sent its warships to the Red Sea. INS Kochi and INS Kolkata are now conducting patrols in the Gulf of Aden, which links the Arabian Sea with the Red Sea.

Houthis in Red Sea: Indian Navy now has a fleet of 10 ships in the Red Sea region

The Indian Navy on Friday rescued the crew of a merchant vessel after its attempted hijack in the Arabian Sea and said it had not found any pirates on board. Watch the video to get more insights!

Indian Navy rescues all Indians onboard hijacked ship 'MV Lila Norfolk'

The Indian Navy on Friday rescued the crew of a merchant vessel after its attempted hijack in the Arabian Sea and said it had not found any pirates on board. An Indian Navy warship intercepted the Liberian-flagged MV Lila Norfolk bulk carrier less than a day after it received a report that the vessel had been hijacked about 460 nautical miles off Somalia.

Indian Navy thwarts hijacking bid, all 21 crew members onboard rescued

In a high voltage drama unfolding in the high seas, Indian naval warship INS Chennai reached the hijacked vessel MV Lila Norfolk off Somalia coast on Friday and issued a warning to the pirates on board to abandon the vessel.

Indian Navy reaches hijacked ship, launches helicopters & issues warning to pirates

The Indian Navy has enhanced maritime surveillance efforts in central as well as northern parts of Arabian Sea. This comes amid the rising incidents of attacks on merchant vessels transiting through international shipping lanes in the Red Sea, Gulf of Aden and central/north Arabian Sea.

Indian Navy enhances maritime surveillance efforts in Arabian Sea

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