PHOTOS: 1st phase of Malabar exercise in Bay of Bengal

The first phase of the Malabar naval exercise culminated recently in the Bay of Bengal with the participation by Indian Navy, the United States Navy, the Japan Maritime Self-Defence Force and the......

PHOTOS: The 'big guys' participating in International Fleet Review

India on Thursday kicked off a major display of maritime might, with ships from 50 navies converging on the country's east coast. Ninety ships including from the US, French, British and Chinese......

Wanted: Aircraft Carrier To Confront China

In New Delhi's corridors of power, debate continues on whether the navy even needs a third aircraft carrier, reports Ajai Shukla. IMAGE: The INS Vikrant. Photograph: PTI Photo.   Aircraft......

AUKUS And The Militarization Of Indo Pacific

Although the pact would focus mainly on the Pacific and the South China Sea region, any action designed to deter China with or without New Delhi's active participation is a welcome move, notes......