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Indian Navy rescues hijacked Iranian fishing vessel, 23 Pakistani crew members
The Indian Navy late evening on Friday had said that it was engaged in an operation to rescue the hijacked fishing vessel, which had reportedly been boarded by nine armed pirates, and its crew at sea.
Indian Navy brings 35 Somali pirates who hijacked merchant vessel MV Ruen to Mumbai for trial
Indian Navy captured 35 Somali pirates who had hijacked a bulk carrier and taken hostages. The pirates were brought to Mumbai on INS Kolkata after a major operation that involved marine commandos being para-dropped from an aircraft and exchanges of gunfire. The pirates had used the hijacked ship as a "mother pirate ship" to launch attacks on other commercial ships. The Navy acted in self-defense, disabling the pirates' ship and compelling their surrender.
Indian Navy's capture of pirate ship showcases India's world-class special forces: Western analysts
Indian Navy's successful rescue operation off Somalia's coast showcased top-class special forces capabilities, including the use of coordinated forces and advanced technology. Experts commend the Navy's professionalism and training, highlighting the potential impact on global security.
Navy to bring apprehended pirates to India after daring Arabian sea operation
"The Indian Navy warship INS Kolkata has taken 35 sea pirates into custody and is being brought to India along with the 17 crew members rescued after the major operation," officials said on Sunday.
Navy rescues hijacked MV 2,600 km from mainland
After a dramatic intervention on the high seas that saw first operational deployment of airborne troops 2,600 km from the mainland, Indian Navy has freed a merchant vessel from pirate control and is bringing the ship and its cargo worth over $ 1 million to India.
Indian Navy rescues hijacked vessel MV Ruen, safely retrieves crew members from 35 pirates
The Indian Navy thwarted an attempt by Somali pirates to use a hijacked merchant vessel as a base for piracy attacks. The operation, led by INS Kolkata and marine commandos, resulted in the apprehension of 35 pirates and the safe evacuation of 17 crew members. The vessel was intercepted, and despite some pirates opening fire, the Navy used minimal force necessary to neutralise the threat. The successful operation demonstrates the Indian Navy's commitment to maritime security.
Resolved to reinforcing peace in IOR: Indian Navy after seizing hijacked ship from Somali pirates
The nearly-40-hour operation saw the Navy deploying its stealth-guided missile destroyer INS Kolkata, patrol vessel INS Subhadra, long-endurance Sea Guardian drones, besides airdropping of elite marine commandos -- MARCOS -- using a C-17 aircraft.
Indian Navy collaborates with Sri Lanka and Seychelles to rescue hijacked Sri Lankan fishing vessel
The Indian Navy, collaborating with Sri Lanka and Seychelles, successfully rescued a hijacked Sri Lankan fishing vessel, Lorenzo Putha, in a coordinated effort. Utilizing INS Sharada and long-range drones, the Navy intercepted the vessel, ensuring the safe surrender of three pirates and the rescue of all six crew members. This operation reflects the Navy's commitment to maritime security and anti-piracy efforts, showcasing the efficacy of multilateral cooperation and swift responses.
Indian warship ensures safe release of hijacked vessel
INS Sumitra, an Indian naval warship on anti-piracy operations along the East Coast of Somalia and the Gulf of Aden, deployed along the east coast of Somalia responded to a distress call on hijacking of a fishing vessel by pirates. Crew of the vessels were taken hostage by pirates.
Indian Navy rescues hijacked Iranian fishing vessel and crew off the east coast of Somalia
Indian Navy's INS Sumitra swiftly rescued a hijacked Iranian fishing vessel and its 17 crew members off Somalia's coast. This follows recent successful missions, including extinguishing a Gulf of Aden oil tanker fire and thwarting a North Arabian Sea hijacking. With enhanced deployments, the Navy demonstrates unwavering commitment to maritime security, safeguarding vital sea lanes
Indian navy rescues 19 Pakistani nationals from Somali pirates
It is the second rescue operation within a day for the Indian Navy after saving another Iranian-flagged fishing vessel, FV Iman, from Somali pirates, which had 17 crew members onboard in its anti-piracy operations along the east coast of Somalia and the Gulf of Aden on Monday, an official statement said. The Indian Navy said that its warship INS Sumitra intercepted the distressed vessel and pressed into action to locate the fishing vessel, which had been boarded by pirates and saved 19 Pakistani national crew members who were taken hostage.
Indian Navy rescues hijacked Iranian ship FV Iman from Somali pirates in Arabian Sea
The Indian Navy successfully rescued an Iranian fishing vessel, FV Iman, that had been hijacked by Somali pirates in the Arabian Sea. The distress signal from the vessel prompted the deployment of INS Sumitra, a Saryu class patrol vessel, which coerced the pirates to release the 17-member crew. The Indian Navy's prompt action is crucial as hijacked fishing vessels are often used by pirates as mother ships to launch attacks on larger commercial freighters in the region.
How Indian Navy's daring mission to rescue 21 crew members from hijacked vessel unfolded
Indian Navy's elite marine commandos successfully carried out a daring rescue operation in the North Arabian Sea to save 21 crew members, including 15 Indians, from the Liberian-flagged vessel MV Lila Norfolk. The incident, which took place on January 5, 2024, involved a swift response to an attempted hijacking. The skilled commandos swiftly intervened when they received information about the hijacking attempt
Indian Navy shares video of commandos boarding hijacked ship in Arabian Sea to evacuate crew members. Watch it here
Following a tense and dramatic incident in the high seas, the Indian Navy successfully carried out the evacuation of all 21 crew members, including 15 Indian nationals, from the hijacked vessel MV Lila Norfolk off the coast of Somalia on Friday. Indian Navy on their social media account on 'X' shared a video of the moment when the commandos onboarded the ship and carried out their operation.
Navy trying to hunt down pirates involved in hijacking attempt
Indian Naval forces are investigating suspected vessels in the North Arabian Sea to track down pirates involved in an attempted hijacking of the Liberian-flagged vessel MV Lila Norfolk. The Indian Navy thwarted the hijacking on Friday and rescued all 21 crew members, including 15 Indians, with the help of elite marine commandos.
India sends warship after hijacking of Liberian-flagged vessel in Arabian Sea
"The sudden revival in ship hijacking and attacks can only be attributed to the pirates' willingness to take advantage of the fact that the focus of anti-piracy maritime forces has largely shifted from the Gulf of Eden to the Red Sea," Abhijit Singh, head of the Maritime Policy Initiative at the Observer Research Foundation think tank in New Delhi said.
Navy men rescue crew of ship under pirate attack in Arabian Sea
The Indian Navy has also issued an alert that six incidents of hijacking of dhows by an unknown number of perpetrators has taken place off Somalia in the last two months. "The perpetrators may likely use the hijacked dhow as a mother ship in attacking/ hijacking other vessels. Further, the analysis of past incidents has revealed that the mother ship (dhow) remains in the proximity of MV after boarding till the pirates establish control over the vessel as a possible means for a quick exit in case of intervention by naval forces," the alert reads, cautioning vessels to exercise extreme caution, remain vigilant and maintain strict anti-piracy watch and measures.
MV Lila Norfolk Hijack: Indian Navy safely rescues 21 crew members from hijacked merchant vessel
MV Lila Norfolk Hijack: "All 21 crew including 15 Indians onboard the vessel were safely evacuated from the citadel," Indian Navy's spokesperson Commander Vivek Madhwal said. "Sanitisation by MARCOs commandos has confirmed the absence of the hijackers. The attempt of hijacking by the pirates was probably abandoned with the forceful warning by Indian Navy's maritime patrol aircraft of interception by naval warship," he said.
Indian Navy deploys indigenous guided missile destroyer in Gulf of Aden region in view of recent piracy incident
The Indian Navy deployed a guided missile destroyer to the Gulf of Aden after a piracy incident involving the MV Ruen. All 18 crew members were safe in the ship's citadel, with INS Kochi and allied warships aiding. Pirates breached the citadel, holding the crew hostage, resulting in one injury. The vessel reached Somalia's waters, with coordinated efforts ensuring the injured crew member's release for medical attention in Oman on December 19.
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