According to the release, the state-of-the-art warship, constructed at Mazagon Dock Shipbuilders Limited (MDL) in Mumbai, was accorded a traditional welcome upon her arrival in the "City of Destiny."
The ship is christened as "Tamal" and is an eighth of the series of Krivak class frigates inducted from Russia over the past two decades, with Tamal itself being a second ship of the Tushil Class, which are the upgraded versions of their predecessors, Talwar and Teg classes having three s
In a post on X, the Navy wrote, "Yoga for one Earth one Health- The crew of the soon to be inducted Stealth Frigate Tamal celebrated the International Day of Yoga 2025 at the Iconic Kant Cathedral in Central Kaliningrad, Russia."
The Indian Navy's stealth frigate INS Tabar, submarine and P8I aircraft participated in a Passage Exercise (PASSEX) in the North Arabian Sea on June 9 and 10, 2025. The exercise was conducted with the UK Carrier Strike Group, comprising HMS Prince of Wales and HMS Richmond, the Indian Navy s
Meanwhile, the Pakistan Air Force has cut down at flying operations by over 50 pc and only essential operations are being done to avoid any confusion in the airspace, sources said.
INS Tarkash, a frontline frigate of the Indian Navy operating under the Western Naval Command, has successfully intercepted and seized over 2500 kg of narcotics in the Western Indian Ocean.
Addressing the gathering on the occasion, MoS for Defence highlighted the Indian Navy's growing self-reliance. He underlined, "This launch is a defining moment in India's Naval history, showcasing our technological capabilities and unwavering commitment to self-reliance."
Union Minister of State for Defence Sanjay Seth attended the launch ceremony of the GSL (Goa Shipyard Limited) Yard 1259, 2nd Frigate under Project 1135.6 being built for the Indian Navy in Vasco da Gama, Goa and highlighted GSL's commitment to 'Aatmanirbhar Bharat.'
Two aircraft carriers, 'Charles De Gaulle' from France and India's 'Vikrant' along with destroyers, frigates, Indian scorpene class submarines and a maritime patrol aircraft will be participating in the exercise, according to a post by the Indian Navy.
The Taiwan's MND said it was closely monitoring surrounding airspace and waters as the ship transited the Taiwan Strait. In response to Canada's action, Taiwan took appropriate measures.
Addressing the induction event, Tripathi said, "INS Surat carries forward the glorious tradition of Project 15 A and 15 B destroyers. Nilgiri is the first ship of Project 17A frigates and Vaghsheer is the last submarine of Project 75. These three platforms will make the Indian Navy's capabil