Indian Coast Guard
The 8th High-Level Meeting (HLM) between the Indian Coast Guard (ICG) and Sri Lanka Coast Guard (SLCG) took place in New Delhi on August 11, 2025. The meeting focused on enhancing cooperation in marine pollution response, maritime search and rescue, and law enforcement. Both delegations, led by ICG Director General
Indian Coast Guard
The Indian Coast Guard (ICG) held a seminar from July 31 to August 1, 2025, in Visakhapatnam, focusing on 'Strengthening Coastal Security through Surveillance, Technology, and Inter Agency Coordination.' The seminar aimed to assess the coastal security mechanism, identify issues faced by coastal states, and brainstorm solutions to
Indian Coast Guard
The Indian Coast Guard (ICG) has commenced the construction of its first indigenously built Air Cushion Vehicle (ACV) at Chowgule & Company Pvt. Ltd. in Goa. The ceremony marks a significant step in enhancing India's maritime response capabilities, with the ACVs designed for various coastal security operations. This
ICGS ATAL
Goa Shipyard Limited launched the ICGS ATAL Fast Patrol Vessel for the Indian Coast Guard on July 29, 2025. This vessel is the sixth in a series of eight indigenously designed FPVs aimed at enhancing India's maritime security. The 52-meter vessel is equipped for coastal patrols, anti-smuggling, and
Pollution Control Vessel
The Indian Coast Guard's latest Pollution Control Vessel, ‘Samudra Prachet’, was launched by Goa Shipyard Ltd on July 23, 2025. This vessel, measuring 114.5m in length and 4,170 tons in displacement, is equipped with advanced response equipment to effectively manage oil spills in India's
Indian Coast Guard
The keel-laying ceremony for the first of six Next Generation Offshore Patrol Vessels (NGOPVs) for the Indian Coast Guard was held at Mazagon Dock Shipbuilders Ltd in Mumbai on July 22, 2025. The 117-meter vessel will have a range of 5,000 nautical miles, a crew capacity of 121, and
Indian Coast Guard
The 13th High-Level Meeting between the Indian Coast Guard (ICG) and the Korea Coast Guard (KCG) took place in New Delhi on July 21, 2025. The meeting focused on enhancing cooperation in Maritime Search and Rescue, Pollution Response, and Maritime Law Enforcement, reaffirming their commitment to share best practices under
Indian Coast Guard
The Indian Coast Guard (ICG) successfully rescued two crew members from the U.S. sailing vessel ‘Sea Angel’ which was stranded 52 nautical miles southeast of Indira Point, Andaman & Nicobar Islands. The yacht was disabled due to rough weather conditions, including a blown sail and entangled propeller. After receiving
Indian Coast Guard
The 6th Joint Working Group (JWG) meeting between the Indian Coast Guard (ICG) and Assam Rifles took place on June 27, 2025, in Kochi. The discussions focused on enhancing interoperability, sharing best practices, and increasing cultural exchanges to strengthen institutional synergy. Senior delegates from both forces reaffirmed their commitment to
Indian Coast Guard
The Indian Coast Guard (ICG) has inducted 'Adamya', the first Fast Patrol Vessel (FPV) out of eight being built by Goa Shipyard Limited (GSL). This vessel features advanced technology including Controllable Pitch Propellers and state-of-the-art weaponry, enhancing the ICG's operational capabilities for maritime law enforcement and
Indian Coast Guard
On June 21, 2025, the Indian Coast Guard (ICG) celebrated the 11th International Day of Yoga with its initiative 'Yoga Sangam', engaging thousands of personnel and their families at over 60 locations across India. The event emphasized the theme 'Yoga for One Earth, One Health', promoting
Fast Patrol Vessel
The Indian Coast Guard's fifth Fast Patrol Vessel (FPV), named 'Achal', was launched on June 16, 2025, by Goa Shipyard Ltd. The vessel, measuring 52 meters and featuring over 60% indigenous content, is designed for protection, monitoring, and surveillance. It can reach speeds of 27 knots