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Since the last several years, China has been extending support to Pakistan in modernizing and advancing their navy in an effort to boost its all-weather ally’s maritime capacity, with an intention to seek assistance at the time of confrontation in the Indian Ocean Region. 

India is set to sign two major deals with France to boost its maritime capabilities, including 26 Rafale-M fighter jets and three Scorpene-class submarines, as announced by Indian Navy Chief Admiral Dinesh K Tripathi.

The crisis came into light after the appointment of Dr Jaiteerth R Joshi as the Chief Executive Officer (CEO). Another scientist Dr Sivasubramanyam Nambi Naidu moved to the Central Administrative Tribunal (CAT) in Hyderabad on November 19, alleging that seniority and experience have been ignored in the selection process.

BSF Day, observed on December 1st, honours the bravery of the Border Security Force, established in 1965. With over 2.65 lakh personnel, BSF guards India's borders with Pakistan and Bangladesh, facing numerous challenges. Their dedication ensures the nation's security and peace.

India's defence budget has seen a steady rise, driven by increased government spending and indigenisation efforts. However, the private aerospace and defence industry faces challenges such as regulatory hurdles, supply chain complexities, and a monopsony market, according to a KPMG India report.

In a significant achievement, the Indian Navy and Sri Lankan Navy, in a coordinated operation, seized approximately 500 kilograms of narcotics (Crystal Meth) from two boats in the Arabian Sea.

India successfully tested the K-4 nuclear-capable ballistic missile from the INS Arighaat submarine. This test is crucial for verifying India's second-strike capabilities and marks a significant advancement in naval power.

A Mechanical Engineering graduate, Mr. Ravi K is an alumnus of the Indian Institute of Management (IIM), Ahmedabad, and the Institut Aéronautique et Spatial (IAS) in Toulouse, France. He brings over 30 years of extensive experience across diverse sectors. His expertise also includes working within HAL’s fixed-wing business segment.

The Indian Navy’s pivotal role in the 1971 Indo-Pak war showcased strategic brilliance and courage. From devastating Karachi to blockading East Pakistan, its operations crippled Pakistan’s navy, disrupted logistics, and hastened Bangladesh’s liberation, leaving a legacy of maritime dominance and national pride.