Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 02:08pm on 03 Apr 2026,Friday Defence
India significantly boosted its naval strength as Defence Minister Rajnath Singh commissioned INS Aridaman and INS Taragiri into the Indian Navy. INS Aridaman, an advanced Arihant-class submarine platform, follows INS Arihant (2016) and INS Arighaat (2024), strengthening India’s nuclear triad and maritime deterrence. Simultaneously, INS Taragiri, a 6,670-tonne Project 17A stealth frigate built by Mazagon Dock Shipbuilders Limited, features reduced radar cross-section, over 75% indigenous content, and advanced weapons including supersonic missiles and anti-submarine systems. Designed for high-speed, multi-dimensional operations, it enhances combat readiness, supports Indo-Pacific engagement, and reinforces India’s push for Aatmanirbhar defence manufacturing. (PC: Times Now)
