India seeks to speed up plans in Indian Ocean amid growing Chinese presence in region, say experts

Jan 04, 2023

In a recent meeting, Indian and Indonesian officials agreed to "encourage sail tourism, cruise ship visits, and interaction between tour operators" between the two...

China looks at amplifying its presence in Indian Ocean Region: Report

Dec 16, 2022

The China-Indian Ocean Region Forum on Development Cooperation can be perceived as another expansionist attempt by China to amplify its presence in the Indian...

Indian Navy closely monitoring Chinese research vessel in Indian Ocean Region

Nov 04, 2022

Indian Navy is closely monitoring the movement of a Chinese research vessel from the instance it entered the Indian Ocean Region

Chinese fishing vessel capsizes in Indian Ocean, 39 onboard missing

May 17, 2023

The crew members included 17 people from China, 17 from Indonesia and five from the Philippines

Rajnath Singh hails Navy for 'visible, credible responsive presence' in Indian Ocean Region

Apr 29, 2022

New Delhi [India], April 29 : Highlighting Indian Navy's contribution to India's maritime security, Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Thursday hailed the naval forces...

Indian Navy requires three aircraft carriers: Vice admiral MA Hampiholi on Chinese threat in IOR

Aug 23, 2022

Onboard Vikrant/Kochi (Kerala) [India], August 23 : To deter Chinese presence in Indian Ocean Region, Southern Naval Command (SNC) Chief Vice admiral MA Hampiholi...