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Time of India
08-05-2025
- General
- Time of India
INS Sunayna returns to Kochi Naval Base after deployment in Indian Ocean
Kochi: INS Sunayna made a triumphant return to Kochi on Thursday after a month-long deployment in the Indian Ocean Region (IOR) by a joint crew from nine countries, as part of Indian Navy 's efforts to strengthen maritime bonds and enduring partnership with nations in the by two fast interceptor crafts, INS Sunayna — deployed as Indian Ocean Ship (IOS) Sagar — was received with much fanfare by Indian Naval Band. The 44 international crew members that were part of the mission came from Comoros, Kenya, Madagascar, Maldives, Mauritius, Mozambique, Seychelles, Sri Lanka, and Admiral V Srinivas, flag officer commanding-in-chief, Southern Naval Command (SNC), congratulated the crew during the reception ceremony held at the Naval Base in Kochi. The Indian Navy's maiden initiative of IOS Sagar was flagged off by defence minister Rajnath Singh from Karwar in Karnataka on April the deployment, the ship undertook port calls at Dar-es-Salaam, Nacala, Port Louis, Port Victoria, and Male. The mission witnessed joint naval exercises , professional and cultural exchanges, and joint EEZ surveillance of key IOR nations — Tanzania, Mozambique, Mauritius, and regional maritime cooperation between India and African nations, the ship participated in AIKEYME 2025 alongside INS Chennai and INS Kesari, which was jointly hosted by India and Tanzania from April 13 to 18. Operation Sindoor IC-814 hijacking mastermind Abdul Rauf Azhar killed in Op Sindoor Pahalgam attack: India flays Pak for opposing TRF mention in UN statement Did Pak shoot down Indian jets? What MEA said The exercise provided an opportunity for the crew of IOS Sagar to participate in the joint harbour phase and interact with the participating navies. In Mozambique, a range of collaborative activities and community engagements were held, promoting operational synergy and interoperability with Mozambique crew of IOS Sagar also engaged with Mauritius Police Force and undertook coordinated patrols with Mauritius Coast Guard. The visit to Port Victoria, Seychelles, was marked by cross-deck visits, training exchanges, joint yoga sessions, and maritime engagement with Seychelles Defence Force. The ship held a collaborative maritime security and regional outreach mission in the Maldives before entering journey of IOS Sagar commenced with the combined harbour and sea training phase at SNC in Kochi on March 25. The mission part of Indian Navy's commitment as the 'first responder' and 'preferred security partner' in the IOR towards the govt's strategic vision of MAHASAGAR (Mutual and Holistic Advancement for Security Across the Region).
The Print
04-05-2025
- General
- The Print
IOS SAGAR sails to Maldives after successful visit to Seychelles
According to Indian Navy, IOS SAGAR is now headed for a final port of call in Male in Maldives. Victoria [Seychelles], May 4 (ANI): Indian Ocean Ship (IOS) SAGAR has departed Port Victoria, Seychelles, after a successful port call marked by professional and cultural engagements aimed at deepening maritime cooperation between India and Seychelles. In a post on X, the Indian Navy on Saturday said, 'IOS SAGAR, on concluding its successful visit to Port Victoria, Seychelles left harbour on May 2 '25. The visit was marked by insightful engagements between India and Seychelles. The ship is now heading for her final port of call, Male, Maldives, where she will continue her collaborative maritime security and regional outreach mission.' Indian Ocean Ship (IOS) SAGAR, arrived at Port Victoria, Seychelles on May 1 marking another important milestone in her ongoing operational deployment across the South-West Indian Ocean Region, Defence ministry said in a release. The ship was accorded a warm welcome and received by the Chief of Defence Forces (CDF), the High Commissioner of India to Seychelles, and the Defence Adviser. The port call will feature a host of professional and cultural exchanges, including cross-deck visits involving a multinational crew, interactions with the CDF and senior officers of the Seychelles Defence Forces (SDF) and a joint Yoga session. INS Sunayna, designated as IOS Sagar, has embarked on a multinational crew comprising 44 naval personnel from 09 friendly foreign nations of the South-West Indian Ocean Region. The deployment exemplifies India's commitment to fostering regional maritime cooperation and capacity-building in the spirit of Security and Growth for All in the Region (SAGAR), the ministry said. Earlier, the ship made port calls at Dar es Salaam (Tanzania), Nacala (Mozambique), and Port Louis (Mauritius), engaging with local navies and maritime security stakeholders to train together, exchange best practices, and enhance interoperability and mutual understanding. (ANI) This report is auto-generated from ANI news service. ThePrint holds no responsibility for its content.
Time of India
30-04-2025
- Business
- Time of India
Big power move in the Indian Ocean! IOS Sagar's port call in Mauritius sends strong message of unity
Indian Ocean Ship (IOS) Sagar made a port call at Port Louis in Mauritius from April 26-28, as part of its operational deployment in the Indian Ocean. On departure from Port Louis, IOS SAGAR is scheduled to undertake a joint Exclusive Economic Zone (EEZ) surveillance with the Mauritius Coast Guard. Show more Show less
The Print
27-04-2025
- Politics
- The Print
IOS Sagar arrives in Port Louis after completing 1st phase of EEZ surveillance
The deployment of the ship with naval personnel from Madagascar, Maldives, Comoros, Kenya, Mauritius, Mozambique, Seychelles, Sri Lanka and Tanzania is aimed at regional maritime security and international cooperation. Under a unique initiative, Defence Minister Rajnath Singh flagged off the Indian Navy's offshore patrol vessel, INS Sunayna, as Indian Ocean Ship (IOS) SAGAR (Security and Growth for All in the Region) on April 5. New Delhi, Apr 27 (PTI) Indian naval ship IOS Sagar, with 44 naval personnel from nine friendly nations, has successfully completed the first phase of a joint exclusive economic zone surveillance with Mauritius as part of its deployment in the South Western Indian Ocean. 'IOS SAGAR arrived at Port Louis Harbour in Mauritius on April 26 on completion of Phase-I of Joint EEZ (exclusive economic zone) surveillance with the National Coast Guard (of) Mauritius as part of the deployment to the South Western Indian Ocean,' the Indian Navy said on Sunday. It said the visit marks a 'significant milestone' in India's commitment to regional maritime cooperation and capacity-building with friendly foreign countries. INS Sunayna is designed for anti-piracy operations, maritime surveillance, and humanitarian assistance and disaster relief missions. The ship is equipped with medium and close-range gunnery weapons and modern electronic warfare suites, including missile defence measures. She can also carry a helicopter, which enhances her operational and surveillance capability, according to the Indian Navy. After flagging off IOS Sagar at Karwar naval base, Defence Minister Singh had described the maritime mission as a reflection of India's commitment to peace, prosperity, and collective security in the region. 'Our Navy ensures that, in the Indian Ocean Region, no nation suppresses another on the basis of overwhelming economy and military power. We ensure that the nations' interests are protected without compromising their sovereignty,' he said. The defence minister made the remarks amid growing concerns in the region over China's increasing military muscle-flexing in the strategic waters. 'Along with other stakeholders, the Indian Navy is ensuring peace and prosperity in the region.' 'Equipped with state-of-the-art ships, weapons and equipment and well-trained and motivated sailors, we resolve to move ahead with other friendly nations towards developing IOR as a symbol of brotherhood and shared interest,' he said. PTI MPB RT RT This report is auto-generated from PTI news service. ThePrint holds no responsibility for its content.
Time of India
27-04-2025
- Politics
- Time of India
IOS Sagar arrives in Port Louis after completing 1st phase of EEZ surveillance
Indian naval ship IOS Sagar , with 44 naval personnel from nine friendly nations, has successfully completed the first phase of a joint exclusive economic zone surveillance with Mauritius as part of its deployment in the South Western Indian Ocean. Under a unique initiative, Defence Minister Rajnath Singh flagged off the Indian Navy 's offshore patrol vessel, INS Sunayna, as Indian Ocean Ship (IOS) SAGAR (Security and Growth for All in the Region) on April 5. #Pahalgam Terrorist Attack India stares at a 'water bomb' threat as it freezes Indus Treaty India readies short, mid & long-term Indus River plans Shehbaz Sharif calls India's stand "worn-out narrative" The deployment of the ship with naval personnel from Madagascar, Maldives, Comoros, Kenya, Mauritius, Mozambique, Seychelles, Sri Lanka and Tanzania is aimed at regional maritime security and international cooperation. "IOS SAGAR arrived at Port Louis Harbour in Mauritius on April 26 on completion of Phase-I of Joint EEZ (exclusive economic zone) surveillance with the National Coast Guard (of) Mauritius as part of the deployment to the South Western Indian Ocean," the Indian Navy said on Sunday. It said the visit marks a "significant milestone" in India's commitment to regional maritime cooperation and capacity-building with friendly foreign countries. INS Sunayna is designed for anti-piracy operations, maritime surveillance, and humanitarian assistance and disaster relief missions. Live Events The ship is equipped with medium and close-range gunnery weapons and modern electronic warfare suites, including missile defence measures. She can also carry a helicopter, which enhances her operational and surveillance capability, according to the Indian Navy. After flagging off IOS Sagar at Karwar naval base, Defence Minister Singh had described the maritime mission as a reflection of India's commitment to peace, prosperity, and collective security in the region. "Our Navy ensures that, in the Indian Ocean Region , no nation suppresses another on the basis of overwhelming economy and military power. We ensure that the nations' interests are protected without compromising their sovereignty," he said. The defence minister made the remarks amid growing concerns in the region over China's increasing military muscle-flexing in the strategic waters. "Along with other stakeholders, the Indian Navy is ensuring peace and prosperity in the region." "Equipped with state-of-the-art ships, weapons and equipment and well-trained and motivated sailors, we resolve to move ahead with other friendly nations towards developing IOR as a symbol of brotherhood and shared interest," he said.
