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The Hindu
9 hours ago
- Science
- The Hindu
Navy chief hails 100th indigenous ship as symbol of maritime self-reliance
The Chief of Naval Staff Admiral Dinesh K. Tripathi called the 100th indigenously designed ship a symbol of maritime self-reliance and strategic foresight, beyond just a numerical milestone, on Wednesday (July 23, 2025). The Navy chief delivered the keynote address virtually at a seminar on shipbuilding titled 'Nation building through shipbuilding', conducted by Warship Design Bureau at the Manekshaw Centre here. During his address, Admiral Tripathi spoke of the Indian Navy's Vision 2047 to transform into an 'Aatmanirbhar' force through leadership-driven focus on invention, innovation, indigenisation, and integration of niche, disruptive, and emerging technologies. The seminar witnessed the participation of stakeholders from the Government of India, the Indian Navy, shipyards, industry, and academia. Discussions were held on policy aspects related to shipbuilding with an aim to enable cohesive and progress-oriented brainstorming on different aspects of shipbuilding. The shipbuilding seminar also provided an outlook on futuristic technologies being implemented globally, and challenges being faced by Indian shipyards and industry in delivering ships at par with global standards.
Business Recorder
a day ago
- Business
- Business Recorder
CNS, RSNF chief focus on regional maritime security
ISLAMABAD: The high-level meeting between Pakistan's Chief of the Naval Staff Admiral Naveed Ashraf and Royal Saudi Naval Forces (RSNF) Chief Vice Admiral Mohammed Bin Abdulrahman Al Ghuraybi focused on regional maritime security, joint defence collaboration, and the expansion of naval training programmes between the two brotherly nations. The meeting was held at the Pakistan Naval Headquarters in Islamabad, to engage in reinforcing bilateral military ties and advancing strategic maritime cooperation in the region. Vice Admiral Al Ghuraybi, who is on an official visit to Pakistan, was presented with a guard of honour upon arrival and introduced to the principal staff officers of the Pakistan Navy. During the meeting, both naval chiefs discussed mutual interests and reviewed the regional maritime security landscape, while also exploring avenues to further enhance cooperation in training, operations, and defence collaboration. A statement from the Pakistan Navy's Director General Public Relations highlighted that the two leaders expressed appreciation for the successful conduct of Exercise Naseem Al Bahr-XV, a major joint naval drill held earlier this year in the North Arabian Sea. The exercise featured Special Operations Forces (SOFs) from the RSNF and Pakistan Navy's elite Special Service Group (SSG-N), concluding with a high-intensity final test in Karachi in February. Admiral Naveed Ashraf also briefed the Saudi naval chief on Pakistan Navy's initiatives to uphold regional stability through the Regional Maritime Security Patrols (RMSP), which aim at ensuring safe and securing sea lanes in the Arabian Sea and beyond. Vice Admiral Al Ghuraybi commended Pakistan Navy's contributions to regional peace and its commitment to collaborative maritime efforts. He further acknowledged the high-quality training being provided to RSNF cadets at the Pakistan Naval Academy and onboard Pakistan Navy ships, praising its positive impact on the professional development of Saudi naval personnel. Copyright Business Recorder, 2025
Time of India
a day ago
- Politics
- Time of India
Vice Admiral Swaminathan is next WNC chief
Vice Chief of the Naval Staff, Vice Admiral Krishna Swaminathan (right) with Chief of Defence Staff (CDS) Gen Anil Chauhan. (ANI File Photo) NEW DELHI: Vice Admiral Krishna Swaminathan on July 31 will take over as the next chief of the premier Mumbai-based Western Naval Command (WNC), which played a crucial role during Operation Sindoor , while Vice Admiral Sanjay Vatsayan will succeed him as Navy vice chief at the in July 1987, Vice Admiral Swaminathan has commanded frontline warships like guided-missile destroyer INS Mysore and aircraft carrier INS Vikramaditya as well as the country's Western Fleet at Mumbai. Serving as the Navy vice chief since May 2024, he will succeed Vice Admiral Sanjay J Admiral Vatsayan is a gunnery and missile systems specialist. He is the deputy chief of integrated defence staff (policy planning & force development) at present. TNN
Express Tribune
2 days ago
- Politics
- Express Tribune
Nishan-i-Imtiaz conferred on Saudi naval chief
President Asif Ali Zardari on Monday conferred Nishan-i-Imtiaz (Military) on Saudi Naval Chief Vice Admiral, Mohammad Bin Abdul Rehman Al-Ghoraibi in recognition of his outstanding efforts to strengthen naval and defence cooperation between the two countries. The award was conferred at a special investiture ceremony held at the Aiwan-e-Sadr which was attended by Chief of the Naval Staff Admiral Naveed Ashraf, Ambassador of Saudi Arabia to Pakistan, Nawaf Bin Saeed Al Malki, and senior officers from the armed forces. His contributions to enhancing joint naval exercises, training exchanges, and strategic maritime dialogue have greatly deepened the bilateral ties.
Business Recorder
5 days ago
- Politics
- Business Recorder
Libyan armed forces chief meets naval chief
RAWALPINDI: Lieutenant General Saddam Khalifa Haftar, Commander-in-Chief of the Libyan Armed Forces, met with Chief of the Naval Staff Admiral Naveed Ashraf at the Naval Headquarters. According to the Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR), both sides discussed matters of mutual interest, regional security dynamics, and avenues for enhanced bilateral defence cooperation. Admiral Ashraf briefed the visiting dignitary on Pakistan Navy's initiatives to promote peace and maritime stability in the region through Regional Maritime Security Patrols (RMSP). General Haftar appreciated the Pakistan Navy's efforts for ensuring maritime security and regional stability. Both sides reaffirmed their commitment to strengthening defence ties between Pakistan and Libya, particularly in the maritime domain. The visit is expected to further boost military-to-military cooperation and deepen bilateral relations between the two countries. Copyright Business Recorder, 2025
