In this episode with Dr. Sanket Kulkarni (PhD), hosts Palak and Arjun discuss the evolution of drones over the years, how they impact maritime warfare and what are the current threat perceptions for India. CHAPTERS: In this episode: 0:00 Introduction: 2:00 History & Evolution of drones: 2:30 How Nagorno-Karabakh war revolutionized the use of drones: 6:40 Drones as a threat to Maritime Commerce & Security: 8:40 India's adapting to drone warfare paradigm: 13:25 Unmanned Combat Systems & Maritime Domain Awareness in IOR: 17:45 Subscribe to our handles on Social Media to stay updated on what we do. X: https://x.com/MeluhaMaritime Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/meluhamaritime LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/meluha-maritime-consulting #maritimeconversations #Meluhamaritime #dronewarfare #unmannedaerialvehicle #maritimesecurity

Team Meluha Maritime wishes all a Happy National Maritime Day 2026! In this episode, our founders Cmde Srikant Kesnur (Retd) and Swaroop Anand explore the significance of National Maritime Day and the key personalities associated with it. CHAPTERS: In this episode: 0:00 Introduction: 1:50 Origins of National Maritime Day: 2:55 About Walchand Hirachand: 6:45 Some Pioneering figures of Modern Indian Shipping History: 11:07 Contributions of Merchant Marine: 17:30 What is India doing to bolster its maritime prowess?: 22:45 Subscribe to our handles on Social Media to stay updated on what we do. X: https://x.com/MeluhaMaritime Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/meluhamaritime LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/meluha-maritime-consulting #Nationalmaritimeday #Maritimeday #merchantnavy #maritimeheritage #maritimeconversations #MeluhaMaritime

In this latest episode of Maritime Conversations, we start off 2026 by introducing Meluha Maritime and our founders Cmde Srikant Kesnur (Retd) and Swaroop Anand, who are in conversation with noted journalist Palak Sharma. Watch this episode to know why and how Meluha Maritime was founded, and what unique offerings it brings to matters maritime. Subscribe to our handles on Social Media to stay updated on what we do. X: https://x.com/MeluhaMaritime Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/meluhamaritime LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/meluha-maritime-consulting/

In this episode of Maritime Conversations, host Arjun Prakash Iyer converses with Commodore Ravi Nautiyal (Retd), a distinguished hydrographer of the Indian Navy. Talking about this rather enigmatic domain, Commodore Nautiyal shares insights about why hydrography is important for safe navigation of all vessels at sea and how India contributes significantly to this endeavor as a leading Hydrographic nation. CHAPTERS: Introduction: 0:00 What is Hydrography? : 1:35 How are oceans surveyed? : 4:50 Surveying the Indian Ocean after 2004 Tsunami: 7:30 Interesting Recollections from service: 11:30 India's contribution to Global Hydrographic survey: 14:50 Hydrography for revenue generation: 18:22 National Hydrographic Office: 20:00 Conclusion: 22:25 Subscribe to our handles on Social Media to stay updated on what we do. X: https://x.com/MeluhaMaritime Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/meluhamaritime LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/meluha-maritime-consulting #Meluha_Maritime #Hydrography #indiannavy #maritimeconversations #2004Tsunami #podcast

On the occasion of Republic Day 2026, Maritime Conversations and team Meluha Maritime wishes our valued listeners a Happy Republic Day 2026! To make this occasion special, in today's episode, host Arjun Prakash Iyer is in conversation with Rear Admiral Santosh Kumar Gupta (Retd), Maha Vir Chakra awardee, a war hero, aviator ace, navy icon and a delightful raconteur. Listen in as we explore the story of how the Admiral went to join the navy, become a pioneering aviator, to commanding the Seahawk Squadron in the 1971 war, to his Command of INS Vikrant and more. Don't forget to like, share, comment and subscribe to Meluha Maritime for more videos on matters maritime! Follow our handles on Social Media to stay updated on what we do. X: https://x.com/MeluhaMaritime Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/meluhamaritime LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/meluha-maritime-consulting/ #maritimeconversations #mahavirchakra #indiannavy #republicdayspecial #meluha

In this episode of Maritime Conversations, hosts Palak Sharma and Arjun Prakash Iyer converse with Commodore Vijaypal Singh Rawat, VSM (Retd), a former Marine Commando (MARCOS), clearance diver and an accomplished officer of the Indian Navy. From his early years in uniform to undertaking demanding operational assignments, including thrilling missions, Commodore Rawat shares insights from a career shaped by passion, discipline, and professionalism. CHAPTERS (To be added by timestamp) Guest Introduction: 0:39 Need for and History of MCF: 1:45 Becoming a MARCO: 5:05 How do MARCOS get deployed: 7:10 Day in the life of a commando: 9:30 Personal experience during training: 14:10 Participating in a real operation: 17:25 Building a "commando" like mindset: 20:40 Subscribe to our handles on Social Media to stay updated on what we do. X: https://x.com/MeluhaMaritime Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/meluhamaritime LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/meluha-maritime-consulting #Meluha_Maritime #marcos #indiannavy #maritimeconversations #specialforces #podcast

In this deep-dive episode of Maritime Conversations, our founders Cmde Srikant Kesnur (Retd) and Swaroop Anand discuss the sinking of IRIS Dena debunking much of the commentary surrounding this incident. Apart from discussing the legal & operational facets of the subject, this conversation covers a wide gamut of issues such as Maritime Domain Awareness, Maritime Security Architecture, India's Maritime footprint, Strait of Hormuz issues and much more. CHAPTERS: Note: 0:00 Introduction: 0:17 What's happening in the Middle East?: 0:45 India's relationships with principle parties of the war: 4:35 Has war reached India's doorstep?: 11:34 Sinking of INS Dena - An Operational Perspective: 17:30 India's Maritime Domain Awareness & Maritime Security Architecture: 24:40 Indian Ocean - a contested battle space?: 30:40 Did India know of the US Submarine's mission?: 36:15 LEMOA & COMCASA and information sharing: 42:15 India's Search & Rescue efforts: 45:20 Docking of Iranian ships & India's neutrality in the conflict: 49:10 Iran's blockade of Strait of Hormuz: 58:10 Key takeaways: 1:02:55 Subscribe to our handles on Social Media to stay updated on what we do. X: https://x.com/MeluhaMaritime Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/meluhamaritime LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/meluha-maritime-consulting #MaritimeConversations #MeluhaMaritime #IRISDena #OperationEpicFury #IndianNavy #DeepDive #Mythbusting

VIDEO DESCRIPTION: This video has been exclusively recorded for the YouTube channel of the Indian Navy. Meluha Maritime is hosting this video on its YouTube channel with permission from the Indian Navy for its viewers. In this exclusive podcast, Cmde Srikant Kesnur (Retd) and Dr Meera Badre discuss the vision, significance, and global impact of the International Fleet Review 2026 #IFR2026_India. The conversation explores maritime diplomacy, international cooperation, and India’s role as a responsible maritime partner. TIMESTAMPS: Disclaimer: 0:00 Introduction: 0:13 What is International Fleet Review?: 1:45 Planning and Organising IFR 2026: 7:15 IFR '26, Indian Navy and Op Sindoor: 12:50 IFR as a platform to showcase Indian Navy's Aatmanirbharta: 18:00 Visakhapatnam and IFR: 24:45 A ground report on Indian Navy's preparations for IFR: 29:45 Closing remarks by Cmde Kesnur: 35:15 Navy Welfare Assosciation special programme for spouses of foreign guests: 37:35 #MeluhaMaritime #IndianNavy #IFR2026 #Visakhapatnam #InternationalFleetReview #MILAN2026 #IONSConclave2026 #AatmanirbharBharat

In this latest episode of Maritime Conversations, our hosts Palak Sharma and Arjun Iyer dive deep into the world beneath the waves — the submarine arm of the Indian Navy. In conversation with Commodore Anil Jai Singh, a retired Indian Navy submarine with over 30 years of service in the whites, the trio explores what it feels like to be sailing beneath the waves — it's interesting and challenging facets alike! Don't forget to like, share, comment and subscribe for more exclusive content on India's perspective on Maritime affairs. #MaritimeConversations #Meluha Maritime #Submarine #IndianNavy #INSSindhugosh #Podcast