Maritime Security
Chief of Naval Staff Admiral Dinesh Tripathi commissioned the second squadron of American-built MH-60R multirole helicopters, nicknamed 'The Ospreys', on Wednesday. This addition enhances the Navy's capabilities with versatile, multi-dimensional aircraft. The squadron strengthens maritime security along India's western seaboard.
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Chinese ships shadowed the Philippines' regular aid mission for fisherfolk off Scarborough (Panatag) Shoal on Friday in the West Philippine Sea, which a regional monitor called a 'new normal.' Philippine Coast Guard spokesperson Commodore Jay Tarriela confirmed the ongoing 'Kadiwa' mission there. Ray Powell noted six China Coast Guard and 10 maritime militia vessels enforcing an exclusion zone.