Highlighting the rescue missions carried out by the Indian Navy recently, External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar said that today, New Delhi's greater capability, influence and reputation warrants that it helps other countries during difficult situations.
The Indian Navy warship INS Sumitra safely rescued the Iranian-flagged fishing vessel Iman from Somali pirates, which had 17 crew members onboard in its anti-piracy operations along the east coast of Somalia and the Gulf of Aden on Monday, an official statement said.
Visakhapatnam (Andhra Pradesh) [India], February 21 (ANI): President Ram Nath Kovind on Monday embarked on the Presidential Yacht INS Sumitra and received 21-gun-salute during the 12th edition of President's Fleet Review at Eastern Naval Command at Andhra Pradesh's Visakhapatnam.
Sabang [Indonesia], March 18 (ANI): Highlighting the close maritime proximity between India and Indonesia, Indian Coast Guard Ship 'Vijit' became the first-ever coast guard ship to visit Sabang, Indonesia.
Jakarta [Indonesia], July 10 (ANI): Indian warship INS Sumitra, which was on a mission in Malacca Straits, on Tuesday entered Port of Sabang in Indonesia.