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Indian Navy gets two big additions: Nuclear-ready submarine Aridhaman, warship Taragiri | All about them

Indian Navy gets two big additions: Nuclear-ready submarine Aridhaman, warship Taragiri | All about them

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India’s defence minister Rajnath Singh on Friday commissioned two major additions to the the Indian Navy at Visakhapatnam: the indigenous, nuclear-powered submarine INS Aridhaman, and the stealth frigate INS Taragiri. Union defence minister Rajnath Singh in a group photo at the commissioning ceremony of INS Taragiri in Visakhapatnam on Friday, April 3. (PIB Photo) INS Aridhaman: All you need to know INS Aridhaman is India’s third nuclear-powered ballistic missile submarine, built under the Advanced Technology Vessel (ATV) project at Visakhapatnam. It is part of the Arihant class, following INS Arihant (commissioned 2016) and INS Arighaat (August 2024). Aridhaman is an upgraded version of its predecessors, with greater capacity for submarine-launched ballistic missiles. Technical specifications remain classified. The submarine strengthens India’s nuclear triad — the ability to deliver nuclear weapons from land, air, and sea. The sea-based leg is considered the most survivable, backing India’s second-strike capability under its No First Use nuclear policy. Ahead of the ceremony, Rajnath Singh posted on X: “Not just a word, ‘Aridhaman’ is power!” The name from Sanskrit literally translated …

Rajnath commissions home-made stealth frigate INS Taragiri, highlights Navy’s role in securing shipping lanes| India News

Rajnath commissions home-made stealth frigate INS Taragiri, highlights Navy’s role in securing shipping lanes| India News

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Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Friday highlighted the Indian Navy’s indispensable role in securing commercial shipping lanes and oil tankers against emerging maritime threats, pointing out that 95 per cent of the country’s trade, including energy supplies, was conducted through sea. Defence minister Rajnath Singh (@rajnathsingh) Speaking at the commissioning ceremony of indigenously build stealth frigate, INS Taragiri, here, he said the Navy continuously maintains its presence in the Indian Ocean–whether it is the Persian Gulf or the Malacca Strait. He said that the commissioning of INS Taragiri will further increase the Navy’s power, values and commitment. As the fourth platform under Project 17A, Taragiri is a 6,670-tonne warship built by Mazagon Dock Shipbuilders Limited, Mumbai, showcasing advanced design and engineering excellence. It comes equipped with, among others, BrahMos missiles. ALSO READ | Try anything amid Iran war, face unmatched response: India’s message to Pakistan, loud and clear The warship features a sleeker structure with a significantly reduced radar cross-section, enabling stealth operations and enhanced survivability in complex maritime environments. In his address, Singh praised …

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh commissions advanced stealth Frigate INS Taragiri

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh commissions advanced stealth Frigate INS Taragiri

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Union Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Friday commissioned the advanced stealth frigate INS Taragiri in Visakhapatnam.  The warship forms part of the Indian Navy’s Project 17A. Indian Navy chief Admiral Dinesh Kumar Tripathi and Chief of Defence Staff Anil Chauhan were among the attendees, along with other senior Indian Navy officials, reported ANI. Strengthening India’s presence in the Indo-Pacific region The induction of Taragiri comes at a time when the strategic and maritime importance of India`s eastern seaboard continues to grow, driven by evolving regional security dynamics and India’s deepening engagement in the Indo-Pacific. The commissioning of Taragiri highlights the Navy`s sustained focus on strengthening its combat readiness and operational capabilities through its ambitious fleet augmentation programme. INS Taragiri: Fourth formidable platform of Project 17A As the fourth potent platform of the Project 17A class, Taragiri is not merely a ship; it is a 6,670-tonne embodiment of the `Make in India` spirit and the sophisticated engineering capabilities of domestic shipyards. Built by Mazagon Dock Shipbuilders Limited (MDL), Mumbai, this frigate represents a generational leap over …

Indian Navy set to commission frontline stealth frigate `Taragiri` on April 3

Indian Navy set to commission frontline stealth frigate `Taragiri` on April 3

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The Indian Navy is set to commission its indigenous stealth frigate Taragiri on April 3 at Visakhapatnam, marking a significant milestone in India’s push towards self-reliance in defence manufacturing, reported news agency PTI. The commissioning ceremony will be presided over by Defence Minister Rajnath Singh. Part of advanced Project 17A warship programme Taragiri is the fourth ship under the Nilgiri-class (Project 17A) and the third vessel built by Mazagon Dock Shipbuilding Ltd (MDL) in Mumbai, reported PTI. The warship was delivered to the Navy in November last year and represents a major step forward in indigenous warship design and construction. Equipped with advanced weapons and stealth features The 6,670-tonne frigate is equipped with a modern suite of weapons, including supersonic surface-to-surface missiles, medium-range surface-to-air missiles and advanced anti-submarine warfare systems, reported PTI. Officials said these systems are integrated through a state-of-the-art combat management system, enabling rapid and precise response to threats. The vessel also features a significantly reduced radar cross-section, enhancing its stealth capabilities during operations. Designed for multi-dimensional operations Powered by a Combined Diesel …

Taragiri: All About BrahMos Carrying Stealth Frigate To Be Commissioned Into Indian Navy On March 14 | India News

Taragiri: All About BrahMos Carrying Stealth Frigate To Be Commissioned Into Indian Navy On March 14 | India News

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Last Updated:February 25, 2026, 19:39 IST Built for stealth and symbolic of India’s atmanirbharta, Taragiri will significantly bolster the navy’s maritime strike capabilities and territorial defence Taragiri is an advanced stealth frigate that represents the fourth ship of the sophisticated Nilgiri class developed under Project 17A. (Image: Sourced) Capable of carrying the BrahMos ship-to-ship missile, the Taragiri warship is all set to be commissioned into the Indian Navy on March 14.  Built for stealth and symbolic of India’s atmanirbharta, Taragiri will significantly bolster the navy’s maritime strike capabilities and territorial defence. The advanced stealth frigate represents the fourth ship of the sophisticated Nilgiri class developed under Project 17A. Constructed by Mazagon Dock Shipbuilders Ltd (MDL) in Mumbai, it was delivered to the navy on November 28, 2025, marking a milestone in India’s indigenous warship design and construction. WHAT ARE ITS FEATURES? As a versatile multi-mission platform, the Taragiri is designed to address both contemporary and future challenges within the increasingly contested maritime domain. Here’s all you need to know: Taragiri is equipped with a potent …