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About Aritra Banerjee

Aritra Banerjee is a Defence, Foreign Affairs & Aerospace Journalist, Co-Author of the book 'The Indian Navy @75: Reminiscing the Voyage' and was the Co-Founder of Mission Victory India (MVI), a new-age military reforms think-tank. He has worked in TV, Print and Digital media, and has been a columnist writing on strategic affairs for national and international publications. His reporting career has seen him covering major Security and Aviation events in Europe and travelling across Kashmir conflict zones. Twitter: @Aritrabanned

INS Nirdeshak: Mapping the Depths of India’s Maritime Strategy in the Indo-Pacific

The commissioning of INS Nirdeshak, the second of India’s indigenously built Survey Vessel Large (SVL) ships, on 18 December 2024, is a strategic development that highlights a less-discussed but increasingly critical aspect of naval power: the undersea battlespace.

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How the Indian Navy is Redefining Maritime Security in the Indo-Pacific

As Navy Day 2024 unfolds, the Indian Navy stands at the forefront of India’s strategic ambitions in the Indo-Pacific. This celebration of maritime strength is a poignant reminder of the Navy’s evolution into a force that secures India’s maritime interests and contributes to regional stability and global security.

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The Indian Navy Advances QUAD’s Vision for a Free and Open Indo-Pacific

The Indian Navy’s leadership within QUAD, exemplified by its pivotal role in Malabar exercises, reinforces a Free and Open Indo-Pacific. By countering regional threats, fostering maritime cooperation, and addressing non-traditional challenges, India positions itself as a stabilizing force and a key player in advancing shared security and economic objectives across the region.

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The K-4 Missile Test Propels India Towards Nuclear Submarine Self-Reliance

India successfully tested the nuclear-capable K-4 submarine-launched ballistic missile (SLBM) from INS Arighaat, marking a significant leap in its strategic defense capabilities. With a range of 3,500 km, the missile enhances India’s sea-based nuclear deterrence. Coupled with the recent approval of indigenous nuclear-powered attack submarines (SSNs), this development underscores the nation’s push towards maritime self-reliance under the Atmanirbhar Bharat initiative. These advancements position India as a formidable force in the Indo-Pacific.

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