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A great shot of ALH captured on board INS Delhi.
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The Russians are good (like the Chinese) at developing cool looking concepts/designs. Turning this into a reality is where they fail again and again.

That's a ramp so they have no intention of making the PAK-FA able to launch using catapults- what the IN really wants.

This PAK FA looks like it is using catapult .

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Do you guys see what I see at the back of this beast ;)

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Are you talking about this thing ??

What exactly is that ??

Are you taking about the propulsion pump??

This thing helps to move in water ... right .
 
This thing helps to move in water ... right .
Yes they do accord a forward momentum but don't know whether directional vector is through them or some other appartus.

This thing helps to move in water ... right .
Yes they do accord a forward momentum but don't know whether directional vector is through them or some other appartus.
 
INS Sindhukirti submarine begins voyage after retrofitting at Vizag - The Hindu
Updated: May 21, 2015 12:49 IST
INS Sindhukirti, seventh Sindhughosh-class submarine of Indian Navy, before undertaking sea trials on Thursday at Hindustan Shipyard Limited in Visakhapatnam. Photo: By Arrangement
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Soviet Union-built submarine was commissioned on January 4, 1990. The cost of the retrofitting project at HSL is estimated at around Rs.700 crore.
The sea trial of Russia-made INS Sindhukirti, the seventh Sindhughosh class diesel electric submarine of Indian Navy, was launched after successful completion of retrofitting at Hindustan Shipyard Limited here on Thursday.

“Today is a red-letter day in our history as retrofitting involved a complex process -- a more difficult process than building a new submarine. Our workforce deserved credit for completing the Herculean task adhering to stringent quality standards stipulated by the Navy,” Rear Admiral N.K. Mishra told The Hindu.

The HSL, the premier shipyard of the country set up in 1941 had earlier completed retrofitting of two submarines belonging to Egyptian naval forces and INS Vagli.

“This was the biggest-ever repair of a submarine undertaken in any shipyard in the country proving our capability to take up orders to construct generation next Greenfield submarines,” Mr. Mishra said.

The INS Sindhukirti was built at Admirality Shipyard and Sevmash in the erstwhile Soviet Union and commissioned on January 4, 1990. The cost of the retrofitting project is estimated at around Rs.700 crore to Rs.800 crore.

The delayed completion of the submarine is attributed to insistence by the Russians to source electrodes and several parts from their country including change of mainline cables in 2011, according to sources.

The HSL also had to undertake dredging after undocking it on November 4 due to accumulation of sand in its area reducing the draft from seven to four metres under the influence of Cyclone Hudhud, which battered the industries of Visakhapatnam on October 12, 2014.
 
India-Singapore bilateral naval exercise SIMBEX-15 commences in Singapore












Bilateral naval exercise SIMBEX-15 between India and Singapore commenced on 23 May 2015 in Singapore. It is 3 days exercise which will conclude on May 26, 2015. This edition of naval exercise will give traditional emphasis on anti-submarine warfare (ASW) and more complex maritime exercises. It will involve various facets of naval operations such as air and surface practice firing, air defence, maritime security and search & rescue operations. For this edition of exercise, Indian navy is represented by
INS Satpura- an indigenously built guided missile stealth frigate with integral helicopter.
INS Kamorta- an indigenous anti-submarine warfare (ASW) corvette.
P 8I aircraft- It is a long Range Maritime Reconnaissance Anti- Submarine (LRMRASW) aircraft.

From the Singaporean side, Republic of Singapore Navy (RSN) ship Supreme and submarine Archer along with MPA and fighter aircraft are participating.
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Parrikar Asks Shipyards to Compress Delivery Schedules of Warships

The Defence Minister Shri Manohar Parrikar has asked shipyards, both public and private, to compress delivery schedules of warships and other platforms for the Navy and Coast Guard. Addressing the Naval Commanders’ Conference here today, Shri Parrikar said in the last one year the modernisation plan of the Navy has gained significant momentum with induction of several new platforms.

The Minister expressed satisfaction with the impetus being imparted towards indigenous development of naval capabilities. He said each commissioning of a ship or launch of a submarine built in India is a proud moment for everyone and the nation as a whole. Shri Parrikar said all 48 ships and submarines presently on order for the navy are being constructed in Indian shipyards, which is in keeping with the Prime Minister’s ‘Make in India’ vision.

The Defence Minister complimented the naval personnel for continuing to perform their duties tirelessly and selflessly to protect and promote the maritime interests of the nation. He expressed appreciation on the stellar role played by the navy in evacuating citizens of nearly 35 countries in the extremely dangerous and war like conditions during ‘Operation Rahat’ in strife –torn Yemen. He said the Navy’s evacuation efforts were appreciated and acknowledged both by the nation as well as the international community. Shri Parrikar also acknowledged the Navy’s prompt response during ‘Operation Neer’, where Indian Naval ships provided potable water to Maldives in December last year and demonstrated the nation’s commitment and engagement with its maritime neighbours.

Speaking on the Human Resources issues, the Minister expressed his special concern for the men in uniform and said that improvements in service conditions, welfare and quality of life are his top priority. He complimented the Navy’s sustained efforts in enhancing manpower induction and improving the quality of life and service conditions of sailors and officers.

The Minister highlighted the proactive engagement of Navy with the DRDO, DPSUs and other private and public sector partners which have resulted in a high degree of indigenisation and transfer-of-technology. He complimented the Navy for bringing out a comprehensive 20-year Science and Technology roadmap to guide and assist the DRDO in developing niche technologies for the future.

The four day Naval Commanders’ Conference will conclude on May 28, 2015.

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Parrikar Asks Shipyards to Compress Delivery Schedules of Warships
 
Ministry of Defence
28-May, 2015 16:52 IST
Naval Commanders’ Conference Concludes

“ Men and Women Behind the Machine are Navy’s Greatest Asset and Deserve Highest Priority” - Admiral RK Dhowan
The first edition of this years’ bi-annual Naval Commanders' Conference was conducted at New Delhi from 25-28 May 15. Chief of the Naval Staff Admiral RK Dhowan chaired the conference and addressed the Navy’s top leadership on myriad issues including enhancing operational readiness of the Commands, infrastructure development, human resources management, coastal security, cyber security in the Indian Navy and foreign cooperation initiatives, amongst others.

Emphasising that combat readiness of the fleet and other operational formations is of prime importance and focussed efforts, as hitherto, are required at all levels to ensure sustained growth of the Navy into a formidable multi-dimensional force, the Admiral complimented all ranks of the Navy in maintaining a high tempo of operations during the last six months, including the response shown during the fresh water crisis in the Maldives and evacuation of people of various nationalities from Yemen.

One of the focus areas discussed during the conference was the induction of manpower, aspects pertaining to training and skill development, and welfare of personnel. Consequent to 2015 being observed as the ‘Year of the Sailor’ in the Indian Navy, service conditions of sailors and their quality of life (including post retirement placements, accommodation and hospital facilities etc.) were deliberated extensively. The CNS stated that our men and women are our greatest assets and their morale and well-being should always remain of primary concern. The men and women behind the machine are the Navy’s greatest strength. They need to be viewed and harnessed as such at all levels.

The indigenisation programme of the Navy was discussed and the CNS stressed that indigenisation of platforms, weapons, sensors and equipment, through DRDO, public and private sectors as also through in-house efforts, should remain an area of focus. He emphasized that the ‘Roadmap for the Navy’s expansion and growth would continue to remain anchored on Self-reliance and Indigenisation’. He also urged the naval designers and technical officers to work in close coordination with DRDO so as to develop niche technologies for the future Navy.

During the course of the conference, the CNS released the Maritime Infrastructure Perspective Plan (2015-27) and reviewed progress of various infrastructure projects that are in the pipeline and shall contribute towards capacity building. The need to adopt sustainable green technologies, re-cycling and waste management to reduce carbon footprint of our bases, in pursuance of the energy goals of our country as also to have ‘zero carbon footprint’ were also stressed by the CNS. An integrated roadmap and action plan to develop ecologically sustainable infrastructure was also released by the CNS. Plans for conduct of International Fleet Review and induction plan for Scorpene submarines were also reviewed by the CNS.

Consolidation and strengthening of the rapidly expanding aviation arm of the Navy was discussed. Deliberations were also held on infrastructure and manning requirements for new induction aircraft, including Unmanned Aerial Vehicles and enhancement of surveillance in our area of interest.

The CNS reviewed the 'coastal security construct' and was satisfied with the steady progress made in strengthening the coastal security apparatus viz. induction of FICs, ISVs and NC3 I project. He asserted the need to remain ever vigilant and focussed towards our coastal security responsibilities, through proactive coordination with other maritime agencies and coastal states. Deliberations were also held to strengthen ‘Cyber Security in the Indian Navy’.

Various proposals from the Indian Navy have been forwarded for consideration of the 7th CPC to ensure that the aspirations and expectations of Indian Navy personnel, along with the difficult conditions of service on board operational platforms are recognized. A comprehensive review of proposals forwarded to the 7th Central Pay Commission which included conditions of service and emoluments paid to the Armed Forces personnel was undertaken by the CNS during the course of deliberations.

One of the highlights of the conference was the opportunity naval commanders' had to interact with the MoD officials and the other service chiefs, wherein issues pertaining to joint operations and military synergy were discussed.

In his closing address the CNS complimented all personnel of the Indian Navy for their professionalism and patriotism, and exhorted them to prepare themselves and the Navy to meet all future maritime security challenges before the country. Operational consideration should remain our collective focus in the coming years, he said. The Navy’s role is not only vital for national security, but also for national prosperity and development, he concluded.

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The Chief of Naval Staff, Admiral R.K. Dhowan interacting with the media at the concluding session of the Naval Commanders’ Conference, in New Delhi on May 28, 2015.
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Ex Chiefs with the Chief of Naval Staff, Admiral R.K. Dhowan and top Naval Commanders at the ‘Conclave of Chiefs-2015’, on the sidelines of the Naval Commanders’ Conference, in New Delhi on May 28, 2015.
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The Coast Guard men dousing the fire that broke out at an ONGC supply vessel in Mumbai on Monday. PTI Photo
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