The Indian Navy commissioned INS Anjadip on Friday. It's a warship and an indigenous anti-submarine craft aimed at augmenting the Indian Navy's anti-submarine warfare capabilities and coastal surveillance. INS Anjadip is named after the island off the coast of Karwar in north Karnataka in the Arabian Sea. In his address, Admiral Tripathi said the Navy plans to induct 15 more ships this year, other than INS Anjadip. He also highlighted the Indian Navy's active role in ensuring security for the country's maritime trade.

Source: Mint February 27, 2026 11:42 UTC