Day: July 6, 2026

Bengaluru: The Indian Air Force emerged victorious in the 7th edition of the prestigious Marshal of the Air Force Arjan Singh Memorial Hockey Tournament 2026, defeating the Indian Navy 2-1 in a closely contested final at the Amit Singh Bakshi Hockey Stadium, Air Force Station Jalahalli. The tournament, held from June 23 to July 3, witnessed enthusiastic participation from 16 teams representing various organisations and institutions, making it one of the prominent hockey events on the domestic sporting calendar. The closing ceremony was held on July 3 and was attended…

New Delhi: Defence Minister Rajnath Singh said India’s journey over the past 12 years has been marked by a transition from shortages to self-reliance, from self-reliance to self-confidence, and now towards the vision of a developed nation, or Viksit Bharat. Addressing an event organised by a media organisation in New Delhi, Singh said the government led by Prime Minister Narendra Modi has focused on addressing long-standing challenges, expanding opportunities, and driving transformative reforms. He stated that the first term of the government concentrated on overcoming shortages and improving governance, while…

New Delhi: Indian Naval Ships INS Udaygiri, INS Shakti, and INS Kavaratti of the Eastern Fleet have successfully concluded their port call at Singapore’s Changi Naval Base, further reinforcing the strong strategic and maritime partnership between India and Singapore. The visit formed part of the Indian Navy’s ongoing operational deployment in the region and was led by Rear Admiral Alok Anand, Flag Officer Commanding Eastern Fleet. Conducted in line with the ASEAN-India Year of Maritime Cooperation and the Government of India’s Act East Policy, the three-day engagement featured a series…

New York: Indian Naval Sail Training Ship INS Sudarshini arrived at New York Port on July 4 to represent India at the United States International Naval Review 250 and the Sail4th 250 celebrations, commemorating the 250th anniversary of American independence. As part of the grand Parade of Sail along the Hudson River, the iconic three-masted barque proudly displayed the Indian Tricolour, showcasing India’s rich maritime heritage and centuries-old seafaring traditions before an international audience. The visit forms a key leg of Lokayan 2026, the Indian Navy’s ambitious 10-month transoceanic expedition…

New Delhi: The Indian Navy is set to commission INS Mahendragiri (F38), the sixth stealth frigate under the indigenous Project 17A programme, at Visakhapatnam on July 11. The induction of the advanced warship marks another major milestone in India’s drive towards self-reliance in defence manufacturing and maritime capability enhancement. Named after the majestic Mahendragiri mountain range in the Eastern Ghats, the frigate symbolizes strength, resilience, and steadfast resolve. As the first Indian naval vessel to carry the name, INS Mahendragiri is expected to establish a distinguished legacy while adding a…