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What is Indian Navy

The Indian Navy is the naval branch of the Indian Armed Forces — the other two forces included in safeguarding the country are the Indian Army and the Indian Air Force. The President of India is the Supreme Commander of the Indian Navy, while the Chief of Naval Staff commands the Navy.
 
The primary objective of the Indian Navy is to protect the country's maritime borders and help in the expansion of its forces. The naval body, whose establishment can be traced back to the 17th century, is bestowed with various responsibilities. From defeating threats to developing indigenous systems and weapons, the Indian Navy operates above, on and under the surface of the ocean to help create a secure maritime environment.
 
Every year, various job opportunities are made available in the Indian Navy. To be eligible for several Indian Navy jobs, you need mandatory 12+ qualification from any government-recognised board or university. There are two methods for applying — NDA (National Defence Academy) entry and Indian Naval Academy entry.

When is Navy Day celebrated?
 
Navy Day is celebrated in India on December 4. On the eve of December 4, the Indian Navy organises a Beating Retreat and Tatoo Ceremony at the Gateway of India in Mumbai.
 
Why is Navy Day celebrated?
 
Navy Day is celebrated to invoke the memory of the launch of Operation Trident during the Indo-Pak war in 1971. The day is celebrated as a mark of reverence to those who were martyred in the war.
 
What was Operation Trident?
 
Operation Trident was conducted in the night intervening December 4 and 5 when the Navy launched an attack on the Pakistan Naval Headquarters in Karachi. India drowned four Pakistani vessels and ravaged the Karachi harbour fuel fields. The operation killed over 500 Pakistani Navy personnel, while the Indian side suffered no losses. 
 
Operation Trident was followed up with another attack by the Indian Navy, code-named Operation Python. Again, India did not suffer any losses in the offensive and managed to damage Pakistani fleet tanker PNS Dacca beyond repair while causing them to lose the Kemari Oil Storage facility as well.

Latest Updates on Indian Navy

The incident occurred on December 18, when the Indian Navy lost control while undertaking engine trials in Mumbai Harbour due to an engine malfunction

Updated On: 21 Dec 2024 | 3:25 PM IST

It is armed with supersonic surface-to-surface Brahmos missiles and 'Barak-8 medium-range surface-to-air missiles. The destroyer is fitted with indigenously developed anti-submarine weapons and sensor

Updated On: 20 Dec 2024 | 8:00 PM IST

Fourteen persons, including four on the Naval speedboat, were killed in the collision which caused the ferry carrying more than 100 passengers to sink in the Arabian Sea

Updated On: 20 Dec 2024 | 4:39 PM IST

The death toll in the Mumbai boat accident near Gateway of India that took place on Wednesday evening has risen to 14, BMC said.

Updated On: 20 Dec 2024 | 7:18 AM IST

The Navy said Search and Rescue (SAR) efforts had continued through the night of December 18 - 19 in the vicinity of the accident. Two persons from the ferry are still reported to be missing

Updated On: 19 Dec 2024 | 7:21 PM IST

Adm Muhammad Ali, Chief of Staff, Indonesian Navy, Senior Military Leadership of Indonesia, Ambassador of India in Indonesia, and members of the diplomatic community attended

Updated On: 19 Dec 2024 | 11:59 AM IST

Mumbai ferry accident: An FIR was filed at the Colaba police station in south Mumbai under relevant sections of Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS) against the Navy speedboat driver

Updated On: 19 Dec 2024 | 11:20 AM IST

Meanwhile, a spokesperson for the Navy explained that the collision occurred when an Indian Navy craft lost control during engine trials in Mumbai Harbour due to an engine malfunction

Updated On: 18 Dec 2024 | 11:46 PM IST

According to the Indian Navy spokesperson, the discussions also aimed to strengthen information sharing, capacity building, and collaboration in the defense industry between India and Indonesia

Updated On: 18 Dec 2024 | 2:12 PM IST

According to an official statement by the Ministry of Defence, 'Nirdeshak' is the second vessel of the Survey Vessel (Large) Project

Updated On: 18 Dec 2024 | 11:58 AM IST

The ceremony will be hosted by the Flag Officer Commanding-in-Chief, Eastern Naval Command and attended by distinguished guests, including senior naval officials and GRSE representatives

Updated On: 13 Dec 2024 | 10:05 PM IST

Vagsheer, the sixth and final Scorpene-class submarine, and the first of seven Nilgiri-class stealth guided missile frigates are reportedly expected to be commissioned in January

Updated On: 11 Dec 2024 | 5:47 PM IST

India's defence strides in 2024 bring it closer to elite powers like the US, Russia, and China. Discover how groundbreaking missile tech is reshaping its nuclear deterrence and warfare edge

Updated On: 10 Dec 2024 | 4:47 PM IST

The ships construction was closely monitored by an Indian team of specialists from the Warship Overseeing Team stationed at Kaliningrad, under the aegis of the Indian Embassy in Moscow

Updated On: 09 Dec 2024 | 6:41 PM IST

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh is on an official visit to Russia, where he will be the chief guest for the commissioning of the Indian Navy's INS Tushil stealth frigate on Monday

Updated On: 09 Dec 2024 | 4:22 PM IST

Hindustan Aeronautics, Bharat Electronics, and Mazagon Dock Shipbuilders - the three Indian firms on Sipri's list of the world's 100 largest arms producers - are all defence public sector undertakings

Updated On: 05 Dec 2024 | 11:42 PM IST

Drishti 10 Starliner drone, manufactured by Adani Defence, is an advanced intelligence, surveillance, and reconnaissance (ISR) platform with 36 hours endurance

Updated On: 04 Dec 2024 | 3:52 PM IST

Union Defence Minister Rajnath Singh also extended his greetings and warm wishes to all Indian Navy personnel

Updated On: 04 Dec 2024 | 1:20 PM IST

Indian Navy commissioned its first squadron of MH-60R Seahawk multi-role helicopters in March

Updated On: 03 Dec 2024 | 3:06 PM IST

The Indian Navy Day is an occasion to pay tribute to naval officers who play a vital role in safeguarding the nation on the coasts. Every year, Indian Navy Day is celebrated on December 4

Updated On: 03 Dec 2024 | 2:52 PM IST