NEW DELHI, May 29: Vice Admiral Ajay Kochhar, who played a key role in maintaining the Indian Navy’s combat readiness during Operation Sindoor, assumed charge as the 48th Vice Chief of the Naval Staff on Friday. Before taking over as the Navy’s second-in-command, Vice Admiral Kochhar served as Commander-in-Chief of the Andaman and Nicobar Command, […]

Vice Admiral K Swaminathan will take charge as Chief of Naval Staff on May 31. His appointment brings to the top post a senior officer known for operational depth, training roles and a strong fitness ethic.