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Why in News?
INS Tabar takes part in a rescue mission as it responds to a distress call from Pulau-flagged MT Yi Cheng 6, in the Gulf of Oman, which caught a fire in the engine room and total power failure onboard.
- INS Tabar is a Talwar-class frigate of the Indian Navy, designated as F44.
- It was built in Russia and commissioned into the Indian Navy in 2004.
- It is the 1st naval vessel to take deterrent action against piracy.
- It is a stealth frigate equipped with advanced weapons and sensors for anti-air, anti-surface, and anti-submarine warfare.
- INS Tabar is part of the Indian Navy's Western Fleet and is based in Mumbai.
- Capabilities - Equipped with advanced weapons, sensors, and electronic warfare suites for various warfare operations.
- It also has aviation assets like helicopters and advanced firefighting and damage control systems.
- Notable Activities
- INS Tabar has been involved in counter-piracy operations,
- Participated in exercises with other navies, and
- Represented the Indian Navy at international events like the Russian Navy Day celebrations.
- Recent Activities - In July 2024, INS Tabar visited Hamburg, Germany, and conducted a Maritime Partnership Exercise with the German Navy.
Reference
The Hindu | INS Tabar
