Indian Ocean region

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Wednesday highlighted the government’s commitment to enhancing national security and achieving ‘Atmnirbharta’ (self-reliance) in the sector and said that India’s focus is on modernizing its …

The Quad Summit on Saturday in Delaware is poised to announce the expansion of their joint maritime security operations in the Indian Ocean and closer coastguard integration throughout the Indo-Pacific. …

India’s next focus will be development of the strategically located Sabang port in Indonesia. According to reports, Adani Ports and Special Economic Zone Ltd (APSEZ), which is keen to take …

Tanzanian President Samia Suluhu Hassan’s State visit to New Delhi earlier this month – marking the first by any African leader after the inclusion of the African Union in the …

As Vizhinjam International Seaport in Kerala—India’s first mega transshipment container terminal– kicks opens with the unloading of the heavy load cargo carrier, Zhen Hua 15, investments in the country’s crucial …

The much-awaited passenger ferry service from Nagapattinam in Tamil Nadu to Kankesanthurai port in Sri Lanka is ready to roll off soon, India’s Ministry of Ports, Shipping and Waterways indicated …

Maldives’ President-elect Mohamed Muizzu, who is set to take charge officially on November 17, is expected to throw more light on the political and foreign policy contours of his government …

Army Chief General Manoj Pande’s ongoing visit to Tanzania – one of India’s reliable partners on the east coast of Africa – is yet another major step towards enhancing the …

Continuing with its efforts to enhance security of the Indian Ocean Region (IOR), especially on the eastern coast of Africa, India on Tuesday took some major steps towards bolstering its …

Keeping with the tradition of high-level exchanges from both sides, Maldives Foreign Minister Abdulla Shahid will arrive in India on Monday on an official visit at the invitation of External …

The Indian Navy has deployed maritime aircraft to rescue members of a Chinese fishing boat with 39 crew members that sank in the Indian Ocean. India deployed P-8I maritime patrol …

External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar took an indirect shot at China and its controversial infrastructure project Belt and Road Initiative (BRI) on Friday, saying that the importance of adhering to …

Forging a strong defence partnership with friendly countries and partners in the region, India on Tuesday gifted a Fast Patrol Vessel and a Landing Craft Assault ship to the Maldives …

Keeping up with Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s strategic vision for the Indian Ocean – Security and Growth for All in the Region (SAGAR) and ‘Neighbourhood First’ policy – India on …

Maldives President Ibrahim Mohamed Solih, First Lady Fazna Ahmed and a host of other top dignitaries attended an Iftar reception hosted by Indian High Commissioner Munu Mahawar, in Male on …

Spotlighting that the partnership with India has made a real difference in the lives of people in the Maldives, External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar has reiterated New Delhi’s commitment to …

The Indian Air Force (IAF) on Thursday successfully fired the Extended Range Version of Brahmos Air Launched missile anti-ship missile – a move that is bound to be noticed by …

Bolstering maritime cooperation between the two navies and forging strong bond of friendship between the two countries, India and Indonesia are currently holding the 39th edition of India-Indonesia Coordinated Patrol …

The Indian Navy is evolving into a mixed force of men and women that can deter extra-regional powers including China in the Indian Ocean Region, relying on equipment that is …

General Stephane Mille, Chief of Staff of the French Air and Space Force (AAE), had a busy Monday in New Delhi at a time when Indian and French pilots, flying …

The three-day sea phase of the Singapore-India Maritime Bilateral Exercise (SIMBEX) being hosted by the Indian Navy began in Visakhapatnam from Friday. The harbour phase of the 29th edition of …