NAVAL WAR COLLEGE
'It looks like World War III': Historian Sarah Paine gives chilling warning on global conflict; explains why nuclear weapons may not keep the world safe
Historian Sarah Paine warns that the world could be moving towards another global war as tensions involving Iran, Russia and NATO continue to rise. Calling the Iran war “probably one of the most incompetent wars in human history”, she says conflicts can quickly spiral out of control and are difficult to end once they begin. Paine also raises concerns about Vladimir Putin’s actions near NATO territory.
Taiwan detects 5 PLA aircraft, 6 PLAN vessels operating around island
Taiwan's Ministry of National Defence has reported heightened military activity from China around the island recently. Five Chinese military aircraft, six naval vessels, and nine official ships were detected until early Monday. This follows multiple incursions by Chinese military aircraft and vessels into Taiwan's Air Defence Identification Zone. Taiwanese armed forces have been actively monitoring and responding to these developments as tensions escalate.
NASA's Crew-12 undocks from ISS, set to splash down off California after nearly eight months in space
NASA's SpaceX Crew-12 has undocked from the International Space Station and is on its way home. The mission included significant scientific investigations aimed at future Moon and Mars missions. Crew members participated in critical spacewalks, with Jessica Meir and Sophie Adenot completing important tasks outside the station. NASA is targeting a splashdown in the Pacific Ocean off the California coast on Thursday.
Three nations, one union under strain: The long history behind United Kingdom's latest breakup threat
The United Kingdom formed through centuries of unions and legislation. Recent pacts highlight calls for constitutional change from devolved nations. Scotland, Wales, and Northern Ireland seek self-determination and independence. Energy and defence issues pose significant challenges to any breakup. The UK's future remains uncertain as consent for the union weakens.
Vice Admiral Krishna Swaminathan appointed as New Navy Chief; Admiral Tripathi retires May 31
Vice Admiral Krishna Swaminathan has been appointed as the new Chief of the Naval Staff, succeeding Admiral Dinesh Kumar Tripathi who retires on May 31, 2026. Swaminathan, a decorated officer with extensive operational and staff experience, previously served as the Vice Chief of the Naval Staff. His appointment marks a significant transition in the Indian Navy's leadership.
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Vice Admiral Sanjay Vatsayan takes charge as 47th Vice Chief of Naval Staff
Vice Admiral Sanjay Vatsayan is the new Vice Chief of Naval Staff. He is a specialist in gunnery and missile systems. Vice Admiral Krishna Swaminathan now leads the Western Naval Command. He succeeds Vice Admiral Sanjay J Singh. Vice Admiral Vineet McCarty is the Deputy Chief of Integrated Defence Staff. He will focus on policy, planning, and force development.
Vice Admiral K Swaminathan assumes charge as vice chief of Navy
Vice Admiral Krishna Swaminathan, specialized in communication and electronic warfare, assumed office as Vice Chief of the Naval Staff in New Delhi. His illustrious career includes commanding various naval vessels and receiving prestigious awards.
Vice Admiral Dinesh Tripathi appointed as next Indian Navy chief
Tripathi is presently the Vice Chief of Navy Staff after having done multiple important assignments in his around 40-year-long vast career and he will assume his new office on April 30.
Navy submitted proposal to alter rank nomenclature after induction of women sailors: Admiral Hari Kumar
Chief of Naval Staff Admiral R Hari Kumar on Tuesday said they have approached the Defence Ministry for an approval of changing the nomenclature of various ranks as they now have women sailors also. He also expressed hope that since gender neutrality has been introduced in the Indian Navy, it will have a woman chief in 30-35 years.
Rajnath Singh to inaugurate new building of Naval War College, Goa on March 5
Defence Minister Rajnath Singh will inaugurate the new administrative and training building of Naval War College at INS Mandovi near Panaji on March 5, a Navy official said on Friday. Rear Admiral Arjun Dev Nair, Commandant of the Naval War College told reporters that the building will help the institute train officers from all three military services three times more than its current strength.
Vice Admiral Dinesh K Tripathi takes over as Vice Chief of Naval Staff
succeeding his role as the Flag Officer Commanding-in-Chief of the Western Naval Command. Commissioned into the Indian Navy in 1985, Vice Admiral Tripathi specializes in Communication and Electronic Warfare.
Vice-Admiral Sanjay Singh takes over as Western Naval Command chief in Mumbai
Vice-Admiral Sanjay J Singh has been appointed as the Flag Officer Commanding-in-Chief of the Western Naval Command (WNC) in India. He succeeded Vice-Admiral Dinesh K Tripathi, who was appointed as the Vice Chief of Naval Staff. Singh has a 37-year career in the Navy, serving on various ships and holding various command, training, and staff appointments.
Vice Admiral V Srinivas takes over as chief of Southern Naval Command
A graduate of Defence Services Staff college and Naval War college, Vice Admiral Srinivas is an expert in nuclear safety and has operational experience in Operations Pawan, Vijay, and Parakram. His past roles include Flag Officer Submarines, Flag Officer Commanding Maharashtra Naval Area, and Inspector General Nuclear Safety.
Pakistan appoints Vice Admiral Naveed Ashraf as new naval chief
Naveed Ashraf was commissioned in the Operations Branch of the Pakistan Navy in 1989. He is a graduate of the National Defence University Islamabad, the US Naval War College and the UK's Royal College of Defence Studies. The vice admiral has vast experience working in key command and staff positions and is currently serving as the Chief of Staff at the Naval Headquarters.
Vice Admiral Sanjay Jasjit Singh takes charge as Vice Chief of Navy
In his career spanning 37 years, he has served on most class of ships of the Indian Navy and has held a range of command, training and staff appointments, including Assistant Chief of Naval Staff (CSNCO), Flag Officer Commanding of the Western Fleet, Commandant Naval War College, and Controller Personnel Services. Prior to taking over as the Vice Chief of Naval Staff, he was Deputy Chief of Integrated Defence Staff (Operations).
Admiral Hari Kumar takes charge as new Navy chief
Admiral Kumar was serving as the Flag Officer Commanding-in-Chief of the Western Naval Command before taking the reins of the force. Born on April 12, 1962, Admiral Kumar was commissioned on January 1, 1983, into the executive branch of the Indian Navy.
Vice Admiral Swaminathan new Chief of Staff of Western Naval Command
A recipient of Ati Vishisht Seva Medal and Vishisht Seva Medal, he has held several key operational, staff and training appointments in his career, including the command of missile vessels INS Vidyut and Vinash, the missile corvette INS Kulish; the guided missile destroyer INS Mysore and aircraft carrier INS Vikramaditya.
Ex-Indian Navy officer who served during World War II dead at 97
The 97-year-old was among the last surviving naval officers who served during the Second World War, Vice Adm I C Rao (retd), who served with him on board warship INS Delhi in 1958, told PTI.
Anil Kumar Chawla appointed as FOC-in-Chief of Southern Naval
Anil Kumar Chawla is presently the Chief of Personnel at the Integrated Headquarters of the Ministry of Defence (Navy), at Delhi.
Vice Admiral Girish Luthra to assume Flag Officer Commanding-in-Chief of the Southern Naval Command tomorrow
He was commissioned in the Executive Branch of the Indian Navy on July 1, 1979 and is an alumnus of National Defence Academy.
Aerial platforms will affect outcome in war and peace: Arup Raha, Air Force Chief
Air Force Chief Arup Raha today stressed the need for procuring aerial strategic assets on a continuous and long-term basis, saying it will affect the outcome in war and peace.
Vice Admiral Girish Luthra named Flag Officer Commanding-in-Chief of Western Naval Command
Vice Admiral Lanba, who will proceed to New Delhi to take over as the Chief of Naval Staff tomorrow, handed over the command to Luthra at a ceremonial parade here this morning.
Captain Krishna Swaminathan takes charge of INS Vikramaditya
Swaminathan had previously commanded missile vessels INS Vidyut and Vinash, missile corvette INS Kulish and guided missile destroyer INS Mysore.
Rear Admiral SK Grewal takes charge as FOST
Grewal, who was commissioned into the Navy in July 1984, is an alumnus of the National Defence Academy and a post graduate from Defence Services Staff College, Wellington.
Rear Admiral S R Sarma new Admiral Superintendent of Naval Dockyard
The Flag Officer is an alumnus of Naval War College. He has held various important appointments in the Indian Navy, including operational, staff, dockyard and research and development.
French Navy Chief Admiral Bernard Rogel to arrive in India on a four-day visit
Rogel will hold meetings with top Naval officials here and would visit the Naval facilities in Goa on November 15 and also go to the Naval War College.
Devendra Kumar Joshi takes over as new Navy Chief
Admiral Devendra Kumar Joshi, an anti-submarine warfare specialist, today took over as the new Navy Chief. 58-yr-old Joshi succeeds Admiral Nirmal Verma who retires today.
Vice Admiral D.K. Joshi takes over as CISC
Vice Admiral Joshi is a specialist in Anti Submarine Warfare and a graduate of the Staff Course from Naval War College, USA.
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