The Black Panthers - #INAS303 proudly celebrate 12 roaring years of service to the nation!
#EmbarkedAndDeployed in the #ArabianSea aboard @IN_R11Vikrant, they remain the sharp edge of the @IN_WesternFleet, defending maritime interests with unwavering #AirSuperiority.
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- INS Surat and Suratโs Citizens: A Bond Forged in Pride On 02 May, the Indian Navyโs latest guided missile destroyer, INS Surat, was open to visitors at Hazira Port. Around 4,000 people, including schoolchildren, NCC cadets, veterans, and government officials, explored the
- The Navy Never Forgets Its Fallen. #IndianNavy on 11 Feb 23 paid unique tribute in eternal gratitude to the ultimate sacrifice of the brave INS Khukri and her crew by laying wreaths underwater at the final resting place of the ship that was lost in the 1971 War. #LestWeForget
- #TriServiceExercise2025 Lt Gen Dhiraj Seth #GOCINC #SC VAdm Krishna Swaminathan #FOCINC #WNC and Air Marshal Nagesh Kapoor #AOCINC #SWAC embarked #IndianNavy aircraft carrier #INSVikrant to review Naval and joint #MultiDomainOperations conducted during the ongoing exercise.
- INS Mormugao, the latest guided-missile Destroyer, successfully hit 'Bulls Eye' during her maiden #Brahmos Supersonic cruise missile firing. The ship and her potent weapon, both indigenous, mark another shining symbol of #Aatmanirbharta and Indian Navy's firepower at sea.
- The Western Seaboard witnessed eight submarines operating together in a recently concluded exercise in the Arabian Sea, demonstrating their high levels of Op Readiness. @SpokespersonMoD @HQ_IDS_India @indiannavy @IndiannavyMedia @DefPROMumbai
- French Carrier Strike Group, which includes nuclear-powered aircraft carrier FNS Charles de Gaulle along with its escort vessels, a frigate, a submarine and supply ships, is visiting #Goa from 03 - 09 Jan 25. The purpose of this visit is to enhance #interoperability, foster
- #INSTarkash @indiannavy participated in a #PASSEX with #HSPsara @NavyGR on 10 Jul 25. The exercise included validating communication procedures, tactical manoeuvres, replenishment-at-sea approaches, surface firing and cross deck landings, culminating in a steampast. The
- Maiden landing of MiG-29K on #IndigenousAircraftCarrier @IN_R11Vikrant by pilots of the #IndianNavy underscores for the second time on the same day #India's prowess in aircraft carrier design, construction & operation & enhances Navy's combat-readiness significantly.
00:00 - #INSVela, the fourth Kalvari class submarine, returned this morning after an eventful eight-and-a-half-month deployment away from base port. Indeed, a true testimony to #TeamVelaโs professionalism and perseverance. @DefenceMinIndia @AjaybhattBJP4UK @drajaykumar_ias
- The successful maiden MRSAM missile firing by INS Mormugao is yet another milestone in Indian Navyโs quest for accurate delivery of Ordnance on Target. #IndianNavy #Second2none #AatmanirbharBharat @DefenceMinIndia @AjaybhattBJP4UK @SpokespersonMoD @indiannavy @IndiannavyMedia
00:14#IndianNavy's latest indigenous guided missile destroyer #INSMormugao successfully carried out engagement of sea skimming supersonic target. This maiden endeavour showcases IN's #FutureProof Combat Readiness & commitment towards #AatmaNirbharBharat. @IN_WNC @IN_WesternFleet - The #WNC remains stood to strengthen Indiaโs #maritimesecurity with combined operation of @IN_Vikramaditya and @IN_R11Vikrant, along with a multitude of ships, submarines and aircraft, showcasing India's technological expertise in the maritime domain. @DefenceMinIndia
01:00SKY IS THE LIMIT #IndianNavy undertakes twin-carrier CBG ops with more than 35 aircraft in #ArabianSea, demonstrating its formidable capability in ensuring sustained air ops across the vast maritime expanse & underscoring our commitment to safeguarding Indiaโs national interests. - #INSVikrant, India's indigenous aircraft carrier, joined the @IN_WesternFleet, in a significant enhancement to the maritime power and reach of the #IndianNavyโs โSword Armโ. The Carrier Battle Group led by @IN_Vikramaditya inducted @IN_R11Vikrant with a multi domain exercise and
- ๐ Dive into the future of naval supremacy ! โ๐ฅ Get ready for the glimpse of Vaghsheer โ #Indiaโs formidable new submarine. Built to safeguard India's ๐ฎ๐ณ maritime interests and deliver the decisive edge, this underwater powerhouse is set to be commissioned on 15th January
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