Current Affairs - Defence - Discussion

INS Tamal, a stealth-guided missile frigate under the Project 1135.6 Talwar-class, was commissioned at the Yantar Shipyard in Kaliningrad, Russia, on July 1, 2025. This commissioning represents a significant moment in India’s naval modernization and its transition toward defence self-reliance. INS Tamal is the last major foreign-built warship for the Indian Navy, reflecting the shift toward indigenous warship production under initiatives like Aatmanirbhar Bharat and Make in India. The ship’s inclusion in the Western Fleet enhances India’s blue-water naval capabilities. Kaliningrad, as the commissioning site, continues its legacy in Indo-Russian naval cooperation, marking the delivery of the 51st ship in their 65-year partnership.