The significance of carrier aviation | Explained The Hindu explains the relevance of the INS Vikrant, India's indigenous aircraft carrier The Hindu · Apr 28, 2024
Country gets new Navy Chief; Vice-Admiral Dinesh Kumar Tripathi to take charge on April 30 Vice-Admiral Tripathi will take over the position on April 30, when the present Chief of the Naval Staff, Admiral R Hari Kumar, retires from service. Read further on Dynamite News: Dynamite News · Apr 19, 2024
Anti-piracy Act has been a great enabler: Navy chief Indian Navy's success in anti-piracy operations due to new Maritime Anti Piracy Act, empowering them to seize suspicious vessels. The Hindu · Mar 24, 2024
Navy steps up vigil amid piracy threat Indian Navy ensures safer Indian Ocean Region through anti-piracy operations, protecting vessels and nationals, under Maritime Anti-Piracy Act, 2022. The Hindu · Mar 23, 2024
Chief of the Naval Staff embarks on three-day visit to the Eastern Naval Command Adm R Hari Kumar, Chief of the Naval Staff, and Kala Hari Kumar, President of the Naval Welfare and Wellness Association (NWWA), embarked on a significant three-day visit to the Eastern Naval Command, Visakhapatnam, on March 21-23. Read further on Dynamite News: Dynamite News · Mar 23, 2024
Navy chief reviews passing-out parade of third batch of Agniveers Chief of Naval Staff Admiral R Hari Kumar reviewed the passing-out parade of the third batch of Agniveers at INS Chilika on Friday. Read further on Dynamite News. Dynamite News · Mar 16, 2024
Indian Navy’s new BrahMos deal and missile indigenisation | Explained Indian Navy to acquire 200 BrahMos ER missiles, enhancing defence capabilities with supersonic cruise missiles. The Hindu · Mar 5, 2024
"BrahMos will be our primary weapon now," says Navy Chief after Rs 19,000 crore deal cleared by Center Indian Navy Chief Admiral R Hari Kumar on Monday said that the Brahmos supersonic cruise missile will be the primary weapon of the Indian Navy, replacing the old missile system acquired from other countries. Read further on Dynamite News: Dynamite News · Feb 26, 2024
‘BrahMos will be our primary weapon now,’ says Navy Chief after ₹19,000 crore deal cleared by Centre Navy Chief Admiral R Hari Kumar highlights BrahMos missile as primary weapon, emphasizing India's self-reliance in defense. The Hindu · Feb 26, 2024
Raisina Dialogue | Grey-zone warfare latest entry in lexicon of warfare, says Chief of Defence Staff Gen. Chauhan said greyzone warfare is a kind of a military action below a particular threshold that would invite a response. The Hindu · Feb 23, 2024
Maritime events enhance Visakhapatnam’s image at global level; Union Minister Ajay Bhatt Visakhapatnam praised for maritime programs, hosting MILAN-2024, and INS Visakhapatnam's role in naval operations. The Hindu · Feb 22, 2024
46 nations have confirmed their participation in MILAN-2024 to be conducted in Vizag, says Navy Chief Admiral Hari Kumar 46 nations have confirmed their participation in MILAN-2024 to be conducted in Vizag, says Navy Chief Admiral Hari Kumar. Hopefully, there will be meaningful discussions on the naval activities that will benefit the participating counties, he says. Now, all roles and ranks are open to women in the Indian Navy.… The Hindu · Feb 3, 2024
'Our national interests are preserved and protected', asserts Navy Chief Admiral Hari Kumar Chief of Naval Staff Admiral R Hari Kumar on Thursday said that the job of the Navy is to ensure that "we protect, promote, pursue the National interest of Bharat". Read further on Dynamite News: Dynamite News · Jan 18, 2024
Navy chief inaugurates CO2-based air conditioning plant at INS Shivaji in Pune Indian Navy Chief Admiral R Hari Kumar inaugurated a transcritical CO2 air conditioning plant at INS Shivaji in Pune's Lonavala in Maharashtra on Wednesday. Read further on Dynamite News: Dynamite News · Jan 17, 2024
Dynamite News · Jan 14, 2024 Indian Navy remains committed to ensuring welfare of our ex-servicemen Indian Navy chief Admiral R Hari Kumar on Sunday said that the Armed Forces of today are a product of the visionary leadership and selfless service of our veterans, adding that the Indian Navy remains committed to ensuring the welfare of our ex-servicemen. Read further on Dynamite News:
The Hindu · Jan 14, 2024 Indian armed forces one of the finest in the world: IAF chief The Indian armed forces have transformed with changing times to meet the challenges of the “entire spectrum of warfare,” IAF Chief Air Chief Marshal V R Chaudhari said on January 14.
The Hindu · Jan 12, 2024 India, Saudi Arabia discuss naval cooperation, defence production opportunities India and Saudi Arabia discuss navy cooperation, joint ventures in defense production, and training during official visit.
The Hindu · Jan 10, 2024 Autonomous systems becoming preferred choice in Order of Battle for nations across the globe: Navy Chief Navy Chief Admiral R. Hari Kumar on Wednesday formally received the first Drishti-10 star liner Medium Altitude Long Endurance (MALE) Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (UAV) assembled by Adani Defence in Hyderabad. The Drishti-10 is an indigenously assembled version of the Hermes-900 MALE UAV and has over 70% indigenous content.
The Hindu · Dec 23, 2023 Navy’s IFC-IOR played key role in the backend in tackling vessel hijacking episode The Indian Navy’s Information Fusion Centre for Indian Ocean Region (IFC-IOR) located in Gurugram played a quiet but crucial role in the backend as the hijacking incident of (Merchant Vessel) m.v. Ruen unfolded by coordinating between the Navy and with the ship owner. The centre, which marked its 5th anniversary…
The Hindu · Dec 1, 2023 Govt working flat-out to save veterans facing death in Qatar: Admiral Kumar The Navy veterans were sentenced to death on October 26 by Qatar’s Court of First Instance. India described the ruling as “deeply” shocking and vowed to explore all legal options
Dynamite News · Dec 1, 2023 Navy Chief on convicted ex-Navy personnel in Qatar: Govt making efforts to bring them back "The government of India is putting all-out efforts to ensure they are brought back." Read further on Dynamite News:
The Hindu · Nov 18, 2023 Navy ready for evacuations if Gaza situation warrants it: Navy chief Admiral Kumar added that the Indian Navy was on standby in case of any evacuation requirements.
The Hindu · Nov 15, 2023 IMEC a ‘win-win situation’ for all States involved, not without its geopolitical challenges: FM The India-Middle East-Europe Economic Corridor (IMEC) is a “win-win situation” for all states involved, Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman said
The Hindu · Nov 6, 2023 Quad’s IPMDA a proof of our commitment to a free, open, inclusive Indo-Pacific: Navy Chief The IPMDA initiative is a testament to India’s commitment to a free, open, inclusive and rules-based Indo-Pacific. Building networks and partnerships will be instrumental in ensuring the security and stability of the IOR.
The Hindu · Nov 4, 2023 IL-38s that heralded long-range surveillance for the Navy fly into sunset IL-38 Sea Dragon served Indian Navy for 46 yrs, de-inducted after clocking 52,000 hrs of operational flying. Squadron achieved max engagements in Operational exercise TROPEX, showcasing its potent capability & dedication of crew. Aircraft laid foundation for long-range patrol & ASW.