Philippines President Ferdinand R Marcos Jr's 5-day India visit to boost defence ties
Philippines President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. is scheduled to visit India from August 4-8, aiming to strengthen defence partnerships and trade relations, particularly following the Philippines' acquisition of BrahMos missiles. Defence cooperation, especially in the maritime domain, is a key focus, with potential agreements to be finalized.
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Time of India
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- Time of India
Indian Navy gets new desi stealth frigate armed with BrahMos, anti-submarine torpedoes, and long-range missiles
In a significant milestone for indigenous warship design and construction, Garden Reach Shipbuilders & Engineers (GRSE) Kolkata, delivered Himgiri (Yard 3022), the third ship of the Nilgiri-class frigates under Project 17A, to the Indian Navy on 31 July 2025. Himgiri is the first Project 17A frigate constructed by GRSE and marks a major achievement in the ' Aatmanirbhar Bharat ' initiative. Designed by the Warship Design Bureau (WDB) and overseen by the Warship Overseeing Team (Kolkata), the ship reflects advancements in stealth, survivability, automation, and combat capabilities. It was built using the 'Integrated Construction' approach and delivered within the projected timelines. Reincarnation of a legacy warship The new Himgiri revives the legacy of the original Leander-class INS Himgiri, which served the Navy for 30 years until its decommissioning on 6 May 2005. Explore courses from Top Institutes in Please select course: Select a Course Category MCA Artificial Intelligence Others Technology others MBA Data Analytics Public Policy Product Management Management Data Science Finance Digital Marketing CXO Operations Management Design Thinking Project Management healthcare Data Science Leadership Skills you'll gain: Programming Proficiency Data Handling & Analysis Cybersecurity Awareness & Skills Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning Duration: 24 Months Vellore Institute of Technology VIT Master of Computer Applications Starts on Aug 14, 2024 Get Details Enhanced capabilities and weapon systems by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Struggling With Belly Fat? Try This at Home Home Fitness Hack Shop Now Undo Project 17A ships are equipped with a Combined Diesel or Gas (CODOG) propulsion system, featuring diesel engines and gas turbines driving Controllable Pitch Propellers (CPP) on each shaft. The platform is further enhanced by a state-of-the-art Integrated Platform Management System (IPMS), enabling integrated control with the ship's bridge and combat management systems. Also Read: Project 18: India developing next-gen destroyer that can carry 144 missiles, including BrahMos, and track enemies 500 km away Live Events The ship's weapon and sensor suite includes: LR SAM surface-to-air missile system Eight vertically launched BrahMos supersonic cruise missiles Lightweight anti-submarine torpedoes Indigenous rocket launcher with FCS IAC-MOD 127 mm medium-range gun Two AK-630 rapid-fire guns MF-STAR multi-mission radar Shakti electronic warfare suite Airborne early warning radar Surface surveillance radar Humsa-NG sonar Advanced onboard systems Himgiri is outfitted with: Integrated Platform Management System (IPMS) Integrated Bridge System (IBS) Combat Management System (CMS) Advanced Composite Communication Suite (ACCS) Ship's internal databus for inter-system connectivity Specifications Length: 142.5 metres Beam: 16.9 metres Displacement: 6,342 tonnes Maximum speed: 30 knots Navy's expansion target The delivery of Himgiri comes as part of the Indian Navy's broader effort to enhance maritime capabilities , with a long-term goal of becoming a 170–175 warship-strong force by 2035. Project 17A is a critical step toward achieving this objective, bolstering both force levels and indigenous defence manufacturing .
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Business Standard
3 hours ago
- Business Standard
Philippines' Marcos eyes India trade, defence in talks with PM Modi
Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. will discuss trade and defence relations with India when he meets with Prime Minister Narendra Modi during a state visit to the South Asian nation next week. 'They are also expected to exchange views on regional and international issues of common concern,' Foreign Affairs Assistant Secretary Evangeline Ong Jimenez-Ducrocq said in a briefing on Friday. Marcos' trip to India is set on Aug. 4-8 upon Modi's invitation. 'We recognise the economic and strategic potentials of India, and we hope to open up possibilities for the future,' Jimenez-Ducrocq said. Marcos' efforts to expand economic cooperation with India, one of the world's largest and fastest-growing economies, come amid the implementation of US President Donald Trump's tariffs this month. The 19 per cent tariff imposed on Philippine goods is on par with many other Southeast Asian nations, removing a trade advantage that Manila had touted when the US initially threatened a 17 per cent levy in April, which was among the lowest rates in the region that time. The US levy on India's goods is set at 25 per cent. Marcos' visit to India also comes at a time when the two nations — which face a similar security concern — are improving defense ties. Manila has a territorial dispute with Beijing in the South China Sea while New Delhi has a border row with China over the Himalayas. The Philippine and Indian navies are set to hold joint maritime exercises in waters facing the South China Sea from Sunday, Philippine military chief Romeo Brawner Jr. told reporters on Thursday evening. Brawner said Manila is looking at ordering more weapons systems and equipment from India. The Philippines previously procured a shore-based anti-ship missile system from India's BrahMos Aerospace Pvt. Ltd., a contract worth 18.9 billion pesos ($324 million), as the nation boosts its coastal defense. 'We still have two sets of BrahMos systems that will arrive in the next few years,' Brawner said, adding that other weapons systems of the Philippine Navy are also from India. 'We found out that what's made in India are of high quality but not too costly. So it's good if we partner with India.'
India.com
6 hours ago
- India.com
Pakistan, China to get sleepless nights as India takes delivery of first P17A advanced guided warship, it is worth Rs…, is equipped with BrahMos, Barak…
In good news for the Indian Navy, Garden Reach Shipbuilders and Engineers (GRSE) Ltd delivered Himgiri on Thursday. This is the first of three advanced guided-missile frigates being built under the Navy's Project 17A. Himgiri is also the 801st ship and the 112th warship that GRSE has successfully built and handed over to the Indian Navy. What is India's P17A advanced guided warship, and why is it significant? The 149-metre vessel, which weighs 6,670 tonnes, is one of the biggest and most technologically advanced multi-role warships that GRSE has built during its 65 years as a Defence Public Sector Undertaking. According to the Indian Defence Research Wing report, this warship was accepted on behalf of the Indian Navy by RAdm Ravnish Seth, Chief Staff Officer (Technical), Eastern Naval Command. How much did it cost? The total investment for the project will be about Rs 21,833.36 crore and this project will provide significant benefits for India's Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs), start-ups, and Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEMs). What deadly weapons are installed on the new P17A warship? Himgiri has BrahMos supersonic cruise missiles for anti-ship and land-attack missions, and Barak 8 surface-to-air missiles for air defence. Himgiri, the third ship of Nilgiri class stealth frigates and first of the class built by @OfficialGRSE, was delivered to the #IndianNavy on #31Jul 25 at Kolkata. Designed by the Warship Design Bureau and overseen by the Warship Overseeing Team (Kolkata), delivery of the vessel… — SpokespersonNavy (@indiannavy) July 31, 2025 With a combined diesel and gas turbine propulsion system, the frigate is equipped with advanced AESA radar and modern combat systems. Furthermore, it is capable of anti-air, anti-surface, and anti-submarine warfare operations, according to IDRW. The warship offers increased survivability and improved performance. 'Himgiri' is designed to accommodate 225 personnel and is fully helicopter capable. Currently, GRSE is building 15 warships for the Indian Navy, across four different classes. What are the key features of India's P17A advanced guided warship? The ship is also designed for crew comfort and maximized operational flexibility, allowing accommodation for 225 people and aviation support for helicopter operations; it is a significant representation of the Indian government's 'Atmanirbhar Bharat Abhiyan' (Self-Reliant India Campaign). At present, GRSE is building 15 warships across four classes for the Indian Navy. These include Androth (the second Anti-Submarine Warfare Shallow Water Craft) and Ikshak (the third Large Survey Vessel), which have completed sea trials and are waiting to be delivered, and 13 other ships at various stages of construction.
