Categories: Defence

Sea Trials of 1st Sea Sortie of 5th Scorpene Submarine ‘Vagir’ begins

The Indian Navy‘s brand-new submarine, the fifth of the six French-designed Scorpene-class submarines named “Vagir”, sailed out on its first sea sortie and will now undergo rigorous trials before it is delivered to the Navy later this year. The submarine-designated “Yard 11879” during its construction by Mazagon Dock Shipbuilders Limited (MDL) in collaboration with the Naval Group of France will be named “Vagir” after it is commissioned into service.

Buy Prime Test Series for all Banking, SSC, Insurance & other exams

Important takeaways for all competitive exams:

  • Chief of Naval Staff: Admiral R Hari Kumar;
  • Indian Navy Founded: 26 January 1950.

Find More News Related to Defence

(Catch all the Current Affairs 2022 latest events.)

Sumit Arora

Recent Posts

Paytm Leadership Changes and Expansion in Financial Services

In a strategic move to bolster its financial services division, Paytm has announced significant leadership…

1 hour ago

List of Former Chief Ministers of West Bengal (1947-2024)

West Bengal's political landscape boasts a legacy of dynamic leadership, with a succession of Chief…

1 hour ago

RBI Report: 97.76% of Rs 2000 Currency Notes Returned

The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has disclosed that 97.76% of the Rs 2000 denomination…

1 hour ago

Thomas & Uber Cup 2024: China secure both men’s and women’s crowns

The People's Republic of China has reclaimed its throne as the top badminton nation, clinching…

2 hours ago

Preventing Child Marriage in Rajasthan: Rajasthan High Court’s Directive

In response to a public interest litigation (PIL) on child marriage, the Rajasthan High Court…

2 hours ago

The Hindu Triumphs at 6th International Newspaper Design Competition

In a remarkable feat, The Hindu secured three prestigious awards at the 6th International Newspaper…

2 hours ago