Page 22 - Latest Updates on Indian Navy
MoD looks to induct foreign choppers in Navy, expert advises otherwise
On November 19, the MoD asked HAL for its comments. HAL has replied that it is "generally in agreement with the viewpoints provided by the consultant"
 "MoD looks to induct foreign choppers in Navy, expert advises otherwise")
Navy chief urges veterans to spread positive message on defence services
He also urged the veterans to use the respect that they have in society to give a positive image of the services
In naval landmark, Tejas lands on aircraft carrier INS Vikramaditya
This takes India into a select group of nations that have developed aircraft capable of landing and taking off from the severely constrained confines of an aircraft carrier deck
 "In naval landmark, Tejas lands on aircraft carrier INS Vikramaditya")
In a major milestone, naval version of Tejas lands on aircraft carrier
Defence Minister Rajnath Singh, in a tweet, said the successful landing of the aircraft on INS Vikramaditya is a 'great event' in the history of Indian fighter aircraft development programme
Two joint secys, 38 other officials appointed to assist CDS Gen Bipin Rawat
As CDS, Gen Rawat is also acting as the Principal Military Advisor to the defence minister on all tri-services matters besides helming the Department of Military Affairs
 "Two joint secys, 38 other officials appointed to assist CDS Gen Bipin Rawat")
India deploys INS Vikramaditya in Arabian Sea amid China-Pak naval drill
Top officials of the Naval headquarters were on board the aircraft carrier when it was deployed in the strategic mission, military sources told PTI
 "India deploys INS Vikramaditya in Arabian Sea amid China-Pak naval drill")
Aircraft carrier Vikrant likely to be commissioned by 2021: Report
This carrier is being built at the Cochin Shipyard Limited (CSL) in Kochi
 "Aircraft carrier Vikrant likely to be commissioned by 2021: Report")
Best of BS Opinion: Can govt expenditure be the only way to induce growth?
From Rahul Bajaj and Amit Shah exchange, Delhi govt's fiscal management to Navy's plans to build submarines, here's a selection of Business Standard Opinion pieces for the day.
 "Best of BS Opinion: Can govt expenditure be the only way to induce growth?")
Let's get real
Navy's plan to build 24 subs is too ambitious
 "Let's get real")
Year In Review: Balakot air strikes, CDS, modernisation dominated defence
Pounding a terror facility inside Pakistan's hinterland reflected a major shift in India's approach in dealing with cross border terror
 "Year In Review: Balakot air strikes, CDS, modernisation dominated defence")
After spying case, Navy bans smartphones, social media on bases, ships
The moves come after the Navy busted a racket where seven of its personnel were found leaking sensitive information through social media platforms, including Facebook
 "After spying case, Navy bans smartphones, social media on bases, ships")
SAIL-BSP completes supply of naval grade plates for Navy's special vessels
BSP's plate mill despatches 1,938 tonnes of IRS grade-B plates out of the ordered quantity of 1,995 tonnes by Hindustan Sipyard between April and December
 "SAIL-BSP completes supply of naval grade plates for Navy's special vessels")
Navy plans to build 24 submarines, 6 of them nuclear powered: Report
In its report tabled this month, the Navy stated that there are presently 15 conventional submarines and two nuclear submarines in its fleet.
 "Navy plans to build 24 submarines, 6 of them nuclear powered: Report")
Centre amends rules, maximum age limit for Chief of Defence Staff put at 65
According to rules, the service chiefs can serve for a maximum period of three years or till attaining the age of 62, whichever is early
 "Centre amends rules, maximum age limit for Chief of Defence Staff put at 65")
India, Japan vow to deepen maritime ties, hold consultation on disarmament
During the consultations, the two sides exchanged views on issues of mutual interest in these fields, the MEA said
 "India, Japan vow to deepen maritime ties, hold consultation on disarmament")
Cabinet approves creation of CDS, single-point military adviser to govt
Days after the prime minister's announcement, an Implementation Committee headed by Doval was appointed to finalise an enabling framework and determine the exact responsibilities for the CDS
 "Cabinet approves creation of CDS, single-point military adviser to govt")
Strategic shift: India asks private companies to firm up defence production
With defence budget stagnating and government agencies lagging in building weapon systems, India needs the private sector to fill up the production vacuum
 "Strategic shift: India asks private companies to firm up defence production")
UK pitches to design Indian aircraft carriers, Navy weighing its options
Choosing between US & UK 'a dilemma', says Navy chief
 "UK pitches to design Indian aircraft carriers, Navy weighing its options")
Declining budget: Navy likely to field about 175 warships, not 200
The Navy was allocated Rs 56,388 crore in 2019-20, of which Rs 25,656 crore was for capital expenditure
Snooping by Chinese naval ships has increased in Indian Ocean: Navy
He said the Indian Ocean has some choke points which help the Navy in keeping an eye on the activities in the region, including the Bay of Bengal
 "Snooping by Chinese naval ships has increased in Indian Ocean: Navy")
