Visakhapatnam (Andhra Pradesh) [India], February 27 (ANI): The India-made stealth guided-missile destroyer INS Visakhapatnam was formally affiliated to the Visakhapatnam port on Sunday.

New Delhi [India], February 20 (ANI): Admiral R Hari Kumar, Chief of the Naval Staff on Sunday reviewed the overall preparations for the 12th President's Fleet Review (PFR) which will be conducted at Visakhapatnam tomorrow as a part of the 75th anniversary of India's Independence, being celebrated as 'Azadi Ka Amrit Mahotsav'.

New Delhi [India], February 18 (ANI): Indian Navy's warship INS Visakhapatnam carried out the test-firing of BrahMos supersonic cruise missile off the western seaboard today.

Mumbai Nov 25 PTI Adding teeth to Indias naval prowess the Navy on Thursday commissioned submarine INS Vela here with the Chief of the Naval Staff Admiral Karambir Singh calling it a potent platform with an ability to undertake the entire spectrum of submarine operations This is the fourth of the six submarines the Indian Navy is inducting under the Kalvari class submarine Project 75 This is also the second major induction in the Indian Navy in less than a week On November 21 the navy commissioned warship INS Visakhapatnam Speaking at the event of commissioning the submarine the Navy chief said Project 75 will transform Indian Navys war-fighting in the underwater domain in the years to come INS Vela is a potent platform with an ability to undertake the entire spectrum of submarine operations And given todays dynamic and complex security situation Velas capability and fire power will play a crucial role in Navys ability to protect promote and preserve Indias maritime interest across the seascape of the Indian Ocean Region while acting as a clear deterrent to our adversaries Singh said The Scorpene class submarines are being built in India by the Mazagon Dock Shipbuilders Limited MDL Mumbai in collaboration with Ms Naval Group France Three submarines under Project 75 - INS Kalvari INS Khanderi INS Karanj - have already been commissioned INS Vela would form a part of the Western Naval Commands Submarine fleet and would be another potent part of its arsenal the Navy said Crew of the erstwhile Vela a Russian origin Foxtrot class submarine which was decommissioned in 2009 were also present amongst the guests on this occasion These Scorpene submarines are extremely potent platforms and they have advanced stealth features and are also equipped with both long range guided torpedoes as well as anti-ship missiles it added These submarines have a state-of-the-art SONAR and sensor suite permitting outstanding operational capabilities They also have an advanced Permanent Magnetic Synchronous motor PERMASYN as its propulsion motor INS Vela is fitted with advanced weapons and sensors All of these are integrated into the Submarine Tactical Integrated Combat System known as SUBTICS the Navy said Once a target is classified the submarine may choose to engage it using either her sea skimming missiles also known as Flying Fish or heavy weight wire - guided torpedoes it added The submarines mascot is the Sub-ray which is an amalgamation of the submarine and the stingray The stingray is known for stealth aggression and offensive power Its flat body allows it to sit on the bottom of the ocean camouflage itself to predators swimming above as it lurks for its prey underneath Singh said that INS Vela showcases Indias notable strides in indigenous submarine construction as also the journey from being a buyers navy to a builders navy While Project 75 has been an important step in enhancing the Navys capability Singh said it is simultaneously progressing with Project 75 India under a Strategic Partnership model With this project India envisions achieving complete self-reliance in submarine construction and life cycle substance The Project 75 India aims to develop all facets of the submarine construction ecosystem within the nation and also involves transfer of several niche technologies In June the Defence Acquisition Council headed by Defence minister Rajnath Singh approved issue of RFP for construction of six Conventional Submarines under Project P 75 I under the Strategic Partnership SP Model This project envisages indigenous construction of six conventional submarines equipped with the state-of-the-art Air Independent Propulsion system at an estimated cost of Rs 43000 crore The Navy chief said the project would significantly enhance Indias ability to work with cutting edge defence manufacturing technologies with the implications not only for the Navy but also for the nation INS Vela carries forward the legacy of her namesake the Foxtrot type submarine acquired from Soviet Russia in 1973 and served the Navy for 37 years Rear Admiral retd JMS Sodhi the Commissioning Commanding Officer of the earlier INS Vela was also present at the event PTI PR NP NP

Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], November 25 (ANI): The Indian Navy commissioned INS Vela, the fourth Scorpene-class submarine, in Mumbai on Thursday.

New Delhi Nov 21 PTI Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday hailed the commissioning of Indian Navys destroyer INS Visakhapatnam saying it is a proud day for Indias quest to become Aatmanirbhar in the defence sector and the indigenously-developed ship will strengthen the countrys security apparatusThe indigenously-built stealth guided missile destroyer packed with an array of missiles and anti-submarine rockets was commissioned in presence of top naval commanders in MumbaiToday is a proud day for Indias quest to become Aatmanirbhar in the defence sector INS Visakhapatnam is commissioned into Indian Navy It is indigenously developed and will strengthen our security apparatus Modi tweetedOur efforts towards defence modernisation continues with full vigour he assertedVisakhapatnam is equipped with lethal weapons and sensors including supersonic surface-to-surface and surface-to-air missiles medium and short-range guns anti-submarine rockets and advanced electronic warfare and communication suits officials saidThe ship is fitted with a modern surveillance radar which provides target data to the gunnery weapon systems of the shipPTI ASK SRY

New Delhi [India], November 21 (ANI): After INS Visakhapatnam was formally commissioned into the Indian Navy at the Naval Dockyard in Mumbai today, Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday said that it is a proud day for India to become Aatmanirbhar in the defence sector.

Mumbai: Defence Minister Rajnath Singh while taking a dig on sunday said “some irresponsible nations” with their narrow partisan interests and hegemonic tendencies are coming up with wrong definitions of the UN Convention on the Law of the Sea (UNCLOS). UNCLOS is being repeatedly weakened by arbitrary interpretation of its definition by some nations, Mr Singh said, after commissioning of Indian Navy’s destroyer Visakhapatnam. Mr Singh said, “Some irresponsible nations, with their narrow partisan interests, hegemonic tendencies are coming with wrong definitions of international laws,”  Indigenously-built stealth guided missile destroyer Visakhapatnam, packed with an array of missiles and anti-submarine rockets, was commissioned in presence of top naval officials said, ‘Visakhapatnam’ is equipped with lethal weapons and sensors, including supersonic surface-to-surface and surface-to-air missiles, medium and short-range guns, anti-submarine rockets and advanced electronic warfare and communication suits Talking about INS Visakhapatnam, it is the forst Stealth- guided missile destroyer ship of project 15B. 

Mumbai Nov 21 PTI Taking a dig at China Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Sunday said some irresponsible nations for the sake of their narrow partisan interests and hegemonic tendencies are coming up with inappropriate interpretations of the UN Convention on the Law of the Sea UNCLOS It is a matter of concern that UNCLOS is being repeatedly weakened by arbitrary interpretation of its definition by some nations Singh said after commissioning of Indian Navys destroyer Visakhapatnam here As a responsible maritime stakeholder India supports consensus-based principles and a peaceful open rule-based stable maritime order Singh said India envisions a rule-based Indo-Pacific with freedom of navigation free trade and universal values in which the interests of all the participating countries are protected he added Singh underscored the importance of a rule-based freedom of navigation and security of sea lanes in the present era of globalisation to ensure stability economic progress and development of the world The UNCLOS 1982 specifies about any countrys territorial waters exclusive economic zone and good order at sea he said The arbitrary interpretations create obstacles in the path of a rule-based maritime order he said There are some nations - I would like to say irresponsible nations who for the sake of their narrow partisan interests keep on giving new and inappropriate interpretations to these international laws from hegemonic tendencies Singh said without naming China China has been militarizing islands in South China a move that has attracted global criticism The area has overlapping claims of several East and Southeast Asian nations In 2016 an international tribunal rejected Chinas argument that it enjoys historic rights over most of the South China Sea -- a region known to be rich in hydrocarbons and also hosting an important Sea Lane of Communication Following the order China said the award is null and void and has no binding force and it neither accepts nor recognises it Noting that the Indo-Pacific is important for the whole world Singh said the region sees passage of two-third oil shipments of the world one-third of the bulk cargo and more than half of container traffic Singh said as an important country in the region the Indian Navys role assumes a more crucial role for the regions security It becomes the primary objective of the Indian Navy to keep the Indo-Pacific open safe and secure he said Singh asserted that Indias interests are directly linked with the Indian Ocean and the region is crucial for the world economy Challenges such as piracy terrorism illegal smuggling of arms and narcotics human trafficking illegal fishing and damage to the environment are equally responsible for affecting the maritime domain Therefore the role of the Indian Navy becomes very important in the entire Indo-Pacific region he added Countries world over are working towards making their military power strong and modern due to global security reasons border disputes and importance to maintain maritime dominance he said There is a rising demand for military equipment Reports suggest that world over the cost for security is expected to reach USD 21 trillion In 5-10 years this is expected to rise manifold Singh noted We have an opportunity to use all our capacity take advantage of the policies and make the country a hub in indigenous ship building Singh said With the changing power dynamics in the Indian Ocean region INS Visakhapatnam will augment the Indian Navys mobility reach and flexibility towards accomplishment of its tasks and goals Singh said The indigenously-built stealth guided missile destroyer packed with an array of missiles and anti-submarine rockets was commissioned in presence of top naval commanders Visakhapatnam is equipped with lethal weapons and sensors including supersonic surface-to-surface and surface-to-air missiles medium and short-range guns anti-submarine rockets and advanced electronic warfare and communication suits officials said INS Visakhapatnam measures 163 metres in length and 17 metres in breadth with a displacement of 7400 tonnes The ship is propelled by four powerful gas turbines in a Combined Gas and Gas COGAG configuration capable of achieving speeds in excess of 30 knots The ship is also packed with sophisticated state-of-the-art weapons and sensors such as surface-to-surface missile and surface-to-air missiles It is fitted with a modern surveillance radar which provides target data to the gunnery weapon systems of the ship The anti-submarine warfare capabilities are provided by the indigenously developed rocket launchers torpedo launchers and Anti-Submarine Warfare ASW helicopters The ship is equipped to fight under Nuclear Biological and Chemical NBC warfare conditions officials said Some of the major indigenised equipmentsystem onboard INS Visakhapatnam include Combat Management System Rocket Launcher Torpedo Tube Launcher Integrated Platform Management System Automated Power Management System Foldable Hangar Doors Helo Traversing system Close-in Weapon System and the Bow mounted SONAR an official said Singh termed INS Visakhapatnam as a symbol of the growing maritime prowess of the country Listing out the steps taken by the government to give indigenisation a boost Singh also urged to Make in India Make for the World Admiral Karambir Singh Chief of the Naval Staff said the ship is a shining example of self-reliance The Navy chief said 39 of the 41 ship and submarine orders have been given to Indian shipyards which is a testament to their commitment for achieving self-reliance The defence minister described the development of Indigenous Aircraft Carrier INS Vikrant as an important milestone in the path of Aatmanirbhar Bharat The carrier will increase our reach from the Indian Ocean to the Pacific and Atlantic Ocean Its commissioning will be a golden moment in the history of Indian defence It will be the best occasion to celebrate the 75th anniversary of Indias independence and the 50th anniversary of Indias victory in 1971 war the minister said PTI PR VT VT VT

Mumbai: Defence Minister Rajnath Singh while taking a dig on sunday said “some irresponsible nations” with their narrow partisan interests and hegemonic tendencies are coming up with wrong definitions of the UN Convention on the Law of the Sea (UNCLOS). UNCLOS is being repeatedly weakened by arbitrary interpretation of its definition by some nations, Mr Singh said, after commissioning of Indian Navy’s destroyer Visakhapatnam. Mr Singh said, “Some irresponsible nations, with their narrow partisan interests, hegemonic tendencies are coming with wrong definitions of international laws,”  Indigenously-built stealth guided missile destroyer Visakhapatnam, packed with an array of missiles and anti-submarine rockets, was commissioned in presence of top naval officials said, ‘Visakhapatnam’ is equipped with lethal weapons and sensors, including supersonic surface-to-surface and surface-to-air missiles, medium and short-range guns, anti-submarine rockets and advanced electronic warfare and communication suits Talking about INS Visakhapatnam, it is the forst Stealth- guided missile destroyer ship of project 15B.