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New Indian Express
a day ago
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- New Indian Express
INS Tamal concludes port call at Naples, Italy; underscores strong bilateral relations
NEW DELHI: Indian Naval Ship (INS) Tamal, the latest stealth frigate of the Indian Navy, was called at Naples, Italy. The port call was from August 13 to 16 during her return passage to India. As per the Indian Navy, the visit underscored the strong bilateral relations between the two nations, which were formally elevated to a Strategic Partnership in 2023. INS Tamal participated in a Passage Exercise (Passex) with ITS Trieste, the recently commissioned Landing Helicopter Dock (LHD) of the Italian Navy, prior to entering harbour at Naples. The Indian Navy said, "Joint operations during the Passex included communication exercises, manoeuvres and flying operations and exchange of sea riders, finally culminating in a steam past. During the port call at Naples, the ship engaged in a range of activities focused on furthering defence cooperation and collaboration between India and Italy." "Bilateral discussions with senior military and local officials, as well as professional exchanges, were the highlights of the visit. The Commanding Officer called on Vice Admiral Pierpaolo Budri, Chief of Staff of the Logistics Command of the Italian Navy and Ms Laura Lieto, Deputy Mayor of Naples," said the Navy.
Time of India
3 days ago
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- Time of India
Who is Prerna Deosthalee? The naval officer from Mumbai commanding INS Trinkat, now on KBC 17 Independence Day special episode
The Independence Day Special of Kaun Banega Crorepati season 17, which went live at 9 PM today, brought together three decorated women officers of the Indian Armed Forces to share details of Operation Sindoor, a swift counterterror mission executed after the Pahalgam attack. Among them is Commander Prerna Deosthalee of the Indian Navy, known for becoming the first woman to command an Indian Naval warship. Early life and education Commander Prerna Deosthalee was born in Mumbai. She completed her schooling at the Convent of Jesus and Mary and later earned a postgraduate degree in psychology from St. Xavier's College, Mumbai. Her academic background has contributed to her skills in human behavior understanding and crisis management qualities essential in naval service. Career in the Indian Navy Commissioned into the Indian Navy in 2009 as an Observer in the aviation branch, Deosthalee built her career through a series of firsts. She became the first female Observer on the TU-142 maritime reconnaissance aircraft and has flown critical missions on the P-8I aircraft. In 2020, she received her permanent commission. In December 2023, on Navy Day, she made history by taking command of the Waterjet FAC INS Trinkat under the Navy's Western Fleet. She received her appointment letter from Western Fleet Commander Rear Admiral Praveen Nair. Notably, this milestone coincided with her brother, Commander Ishan Deosthalee, taking command of INS Vibhuti — marking the first time in Indian naval history that siblings commanded warships simultaneously. This 15th August, KBC Hosts Colonel Sofiya Qureshi, Wing Commander Vyomika Singh & Commander Prerna Deosthalee in its Independence Day Maha Utsav Special EpisodeDekhiye Kaun Banega Crorepati ka Independence Day Maha Utsav special episode15th August raat 9 baje #SonyLIV par. Appearance on KBC Independence Day special On the KBC Independence Day Special hosted by Amitabh Bachchan, Commander Deosthalee appeared alongside Colonel Sofiya Qureshi of the Indian Army and Wing Commander Vyomika Singh of the Indian Air Force. Together, they recounted behind-the-scenes aspects of Operation Sindoor, the mission that dismantled terror infrastructure within minutes. Commander Prerna Deosthalee's journey from Mumbai to commanding an Indian Naval warship stands as a milestone in Indian defence history. Her presence on KBC's Independence Day Special offered viewers a rare insight into both her personal career path and her role in a significant military operation. To stay updated on the stories that are going viral follow Indiatimes Trending.
NDTV
01-07-2025
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- NDTV
Indian Navy Contains Fire On Board Vessel With 14 Indian Crew
New Delhi: The Indian Navy contained a fire on board a Palau-flagged tanker in the North Arabian Sea and ensured safety of 14 of the vessel's Indian crew members. The Navy swung into action and launched the fire-fighting operation after receiving a distress call from the vessel on Sunday. The vessel reported a major fire in its engine room while operating approximately 80 nautical miles east of Fujairah in the United Arab Emirates (UAE). "The Indian Navy undertook a high-risk fire fighting and rescue operation on-board Palau-flagged tanker MT Yi Cheng 6 on June 29 in the North Arabian Sea, successfully stabilising the situation and ensuring the safety of 14 Indian crew members," according to an Indian readout. The navy deployed its warship INS Tabar to assist the vessel. "Responding swiftly, INS Tabar proceeded at maximum speed to provide assistance," the Navy said in the readout. It said seven crew members were immediately evacuated to INS Tabar using the ship's boats. "No injuries were reported, and all crew were examined by Tabar's medical team. The remaining crew members, including the master, stayed on board to assist with fire containment," it added. A six-member team of fire fighters from INS Tabar was deployed to contain the fire. "Initial fire fighting efforts from the Indian Naval personnel and ship's crew resulted in considerable reduction in intensity of the fire with smoke restricted to the engine room," the Navy said. "The fire fighting effort was further reinforced with 13 additional Indian Navy personnel (5 officers and 8 sailors)." "Sustained efforts by the Indian Navy's firefighting team along with crew members have successfully brought the fire under control," it said. The Navy said INS Tabar remains in the vicinity of the vessel for continued support. "The valiant effort of Indian Naval personnel has ensured safety of the ship along with all Indian crew members. This incident once again highlights Indian Navy's rapid response capability, operational preparedness, humanitarian approach to maritime safety," it noted.
Hans India
01-07-2025
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- Hans India
Indian Navy rescues 14 countrymen from vessel on fire in Arabian Sea
New Delhi: The Indian Navy rescued 14 countrymen serving as crew members on-board a Palau-flagged tanker MT Yi Cheng 6 which caught fire in the North Arabian Sea, an official said on Tuesday. The Indian Navy undertook the high-risk firefighting and rescue operation on Sunday demonstrating rapid operational readiness and its unwavering commitment to seafarer safety, the official said. INS Tabar, which was on mission-based deployment, received a 'Mayday' distress call from MT Yi Cheng 6 in the early hours of Sunday. The vessel reported a major fire in its engine room whilst operating approximately 80 nautical miles east of Fujairah, UAE, said an official statement. Responding swiftly, INS Tabar proceeded at maximum speed to provide assistance. The ship reached the vicinity of the distressed vessel and established communication with the Master of the vessel and commenced firefighting operations, it said. Prioritising crew safety, seven members were immediately evacuated to INS Tabar using the ship's boats. No injuries were reported, and all crew members were examined by Tabar's medical team. The remaining crew members, including the Master, stayed onboard to assist with fire containment. INS Tabar deployed a six-member firefighting and damage control team with equipment for the task, it said. Initial firefighting efforts from the Indian Naval personnel and the ship's crew resulted in considerable reduction in intensity of the fire with smoke restricted to the engine room. The firefighting effort was further reinforced with 13 additional Indian Navy personnel (five officers and eight sailors). Sustained efforts by Indian Navy's firefighting team along with crew members successfully brought the fire under control. Continuous temperature checks and monitoring were undertaken and INS Tabar remains on station for continued support, said the statement. The effort of Indian Naval personnel ensured the safety of the ship along with all Indian crew members. This incident once again highlights the Indian Navy's rapid response capability, operational preparedness, humanitarian approach to maritime safety and reaffirms India's role as the first responder in the Indian Ocean Region, said an official.
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Business Standard
01-07-2025
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- Business Standard
Indian Navy contains fire on board Palau-flagged tanker with 14 Indian crew
The Navy swung into action and launched the fire-fighting operation after receiving a distress call from the vessel on Sunday The Indian Navy contained a fire on board a Palau-flagged tanker in the North Arabian Sea and ensured safety of 14 of the vessel's Indian crew members. The Navy swung into action and launched the fire-fighting operation after receiving a distress call from the vessel on Sunday. The vessel reported a major fire in its engine room while operating approximately 80 nautical miles east of Fujairah in the United Arab Emirates (UAE). "The Indian Navy undertook a high-risk fire fighting and rescue operation on-board Palau-flagged tanker MT Yi Cheng 6 on June 29 in the North Arabian Sea, successfully stabilising the situation and ensuring the safety of 14 Indian crew members," according to an Indian readout. The navy deployed its warship INS Tabar to assist the vessel. "Responding swiftly, INS Tabar proceeded at maximum speed to provide assistance," the Navy said in the readout. It said seven crew members were immediately evacuated to INS Tabar using the ship's boats. "No injuries were reported, and all crew were examined by Tabar's medical team. The remaining crew members, including the master, stayed on board to assist with fire containment," it added. A six-member team of fire fighters from INS Tabar was deployed to contain the fire. "Initial fire fighting efforts from the Indian Naval personnel and ship's crew resulted in considerable reduction in intensity of the fire with smoke restricted to the engine room," the Navy said. "The fire fighting effort was further reinforced with 13 additional Indian Navy personnel (5 officers and 8 sailors)." "Sustained efforts by the Indian Navy's firefighting team along with crew members have successfully brought the fire under control," it said. The Navy said INS Tabar remains in the vicinity of the vessel for continued support. "The valiant effort of Indian Naval personnel has ensured safety of the ship along with all Indian crew members. This incident once again highlights Indian Navy's rapid response capability, operational preparedness, humanitarian approach to maritime safety," it noted.
