Indian Ocean Region
Bangladesh NSA Khalilur Rahman Visits India for Colombo Security Conclave Amid Strained Diplomatic Relations
Nov 19, 2025 08:05 pm CST
Bangladesh's National Security Adviser Khalilur Rahman visits India to attend the Colombo Security Conclave amid tense bilateral relations following Sheikh Hasina's exile. This significant diplomatic engagement comes as Bangladesh strengthens ties with Pakistan while India expresses concern over security developments, particularly regarding the strategic Lalmonirhat airbase near the Siliguri Corridor.
Google Builds New Data Hub on Christmas Island to Strengthen Internet Resilience in the Indian Ocean Region
Nov 18, 2025 01:39 pm CST
Google is establishing a data hub on Australia's Christmas Island with plans for subsea cable connections to the Maldives and Oman, enhancing internet infrastructure resilience in the Indian Ocean Region. The project has addressed local power supply concerns and may accelerate the island's transition to renewable energy, bringing economic benefits to this remote location with a history of boom-bust cycles.
Understanding Maritime Security as a 'Dynaxic Challenge': Indian Navy Chief's Vision for Indo-Pacific Cooperation
Oct 28, 2025 10:33 pm CST
Indian Navy Chief Admiral Dinesh K Tripathi redefined maritime security as a "dynaxic challenge" - both dynamic and complex - at the Indo-Pacific Regional Dialogue 2025. He outlined how commercial disruption, transnational threats, and technological vulnerabilities demand collaborative solutions beyond traditional approaches. With plans to expand the Information Fusion Centre-Indian Ocean Region to host 50 international liaison officers by 2028, the Navy emphasizes regional capacity-building to address maritime security challenges through an integrated framework of deterrence, governance, and environmental stewardship.
Operation Sindoor: How Indian Navy's Strategic Deployment Showcased Maritime Power and Forced Pakistan to Retreat
Oct 24, 2025 02:21 am CST
Defence Minister Rajnath Singh highlighted the Indian Navy's strategic success during Operation Sindoor, where its deterrent posture forced Pakistan's naval forces to remain in harbor. The operation demonstrated India's maritime capabilities in the Indian Ocean Region while providing security for international shipping worth USD 5.6 billion, cementing India's position as a reliable maritime partner with growing indigenous defense capabilities.
Indian Navy Strengthens Maritime Ties with Kenya Through Collaborative Activities and Naval Diplomacy
Sep 29, 2025 02:41 pm CST
The Indian Navy's First Training Squadron conducted various engagement activities in Kenya including yoga sessions, firefighting demonstrations, and a joint band performance, strengthening bilateral maritime cooperation under the MAHASAGAR initiative. Four Indian naval vessels made a port call at Mombasa as part of their Southwest Indian Ocean deployment, fostering deeper security partnerships and cultural exchange between the two maritime neighbors.
PM Modi Accorded Ceremonial Welcome, Guard Of Honour In Maldives
Jul 25, 2025 07:36 pm CST
Prime Minister Narendra Modi was accorded a ceremonial welcome and guard of honour at the Republic Square in Male on Friday as he began his official engagements during a two-day State Visit to the country.