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INS Kolkata: Destroyer in the Indian Navy
INS Kolkata is the lead ship of the Kolkata-class stealth guided-missile destroyers of the Indian Navy. Named after the Indian city of Kolkata, she was constructed at Mazagon Dock Limited (MDL) and was handed over to the navy on 10 July 2014 after completing her sea trials. The ship was officially commissioned by Prime Minister Narendra Modi in a ceremony held on 16 August 2014.

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India brings 35 Somali pirates to Mumbai to face trial over hijacking of bulk cargo ship | Oneindia [Video]

India brings 35 Somali pirates to Mumbai to face trial over hijacking of bulk cargo ship | Oneindia

In a decisive move, India has transported 35 captured Somali pirates to Mumbai to face trial, following a daring rescue operation by its navy. The INS Kolkata, spearheading the mission, arrived in the..

Credit: Oneindia     Duration: 02:31Published

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