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The NMDAC, with an estimated cost of Rs 250 crore, will bring together 15 departments from seven ministries under one roof. Bharat Electronics Limited (BEL) will provide the necessary hardware and software for the centre

The ship, with its 21-member crew, including a Vietnamese national, arrived in Mumbai today. The Navy's explosive ordnance team conducted an inspection, revealing damage to the stern from a potential aerial attack. However, further forensic analysis is required to determine the specifics.

The BSF revealed a comprehensive 'three-pronged strategy' aimed at curtailing the movement of drugs and other narcotic substances across the border.

The indigenously-built stealth guided missile destroyer, INS Imphal, commissioned into the Indian Navy on Tuesday. The warship’s induction is aimed at boosting India’s maritime capability amid China’s increasing forays into the Indian Ocean.
 

In response to recent attacks in the Arabian Sea, the Indian Navy has deployed assets, including Guided Missile Destroyers INS Mormugao, INS Kochi, and INS Kolkata, to counter maritime threats and maintain a deterrent presence. The deployment also involves long-range maritime reconnaissance P8I aircraft

India's defence landscape in 2023 reflects a robust and self-reliant approach, with significant achievements in exports, production, indigenisation, and technological advancements.

Measuring 163 metres in length, displacing 7,400 tons and with 75 percent indigenous content, Imphal can rightfully be regarded as one of the most potent warships to have been constructed in India. 

The Indian Navy warship INS Mormugao reached the scene to investigate the details of the drone attack on MV Chem Pluto. The vessel sustained damage, but fortunately, all crew members are reported to be safe.

The attack occurred around 3:45 pm at Dhatyar Morh when the vehicles, transporting personnel to the location of an overnight cordon-and-search operation, were ambushed by heavily-armed terrorists.

Four vessels will replace ageing Offshore Patrol Vessels, while two will augment the ICG fleet. Equipped with multipurpose drones, AI capability, and other advanced features, these 115m OPVs aim to enhance surveillance, law enforcement, search and rescue, and maritime pollution response capabilities