The SPB is a maritime force envisaged following the 26/11 Mumbai terror attack with a primary focus on providing security to all coastal and offshore naval assets by carrying out patrolling through FICsSeveral fast interception crafts (FICs) of the Indian Navy remained non-operational from 2014 to 2019 due to defective engines for extended periods, a parliamentary committee said in its report on

Minister of State for Defence Ajay Bhatt and Saudi Arabia’s Defence Minister Prince Khalid bin Salman bin Abdulaziz Al-Saud discuss bolstering bilateral defence cooperation, including joint military exercises and technology transfer. Amid global tensions in West Asia, particularly Iran-backed Houthi attacks on cargo vessels, discussions focused on collaboration in training, technology, and

Eicher Trucks and Buses, a division of VE Commercial Vehicles (VECV) Ltd, has proudly delivered six Eicher Skyline PRO E 9M Staff AC Electric Buses to the Indian Army as part of its commitment to supporting eco-friendly transportation initiatives. These buses, designed for staff and troop transport, mark a significant step in the Indian Army’s efforts towards sustainable mobility.The formal

Male: Amid rising fiscal deficits and public debt, Maldives remains at "high risk" of external and overall debt distress, the International Monetary Fund (IMF) said in its report.This comes after an IMF mission led by Piyaporn Sodsriwiboon visited Male from January 23-February 6 to discuss recent economic developments and the country’s policy priorities.The report has highlighted that the

Ayodhya: A delegation from Suriname made a visit to Ayodhya, the sacred city known for its cultural and religious heritage.The delegation, led by Chairman of the National Assembly of Suriname, Marinus Bee, arrived in Ayodhya on Wednesday morning and engaged in spiritual and cultural activities. The delegation offered prayers to the Ram Lalla idol at the Ram Temple.The delegation also took a boat

New Delhi: Union Minister of State (MoS) for External Affairs and Culture Meenakashi Lekhi hosted a farewell luncheon for the outgoing Ambassador of Argentina, Hugo Javier Gobbi, as he bid farewell following his tenure.Not only did the MoS laud the contribution of Gobbi to strengthening India-Argentina ties, but she also wished him success in future endeavors.In a post on X, MoS Lekhi wrote, "