New Delhi, Nov. 14 -- Indian Navy's indigenous guided-missile stealth frigate, INS Sahyadri, departed Yokosuka Naval Base, Japan, on 12 Nov 2026, following the successful conclusion of Exercise MALABAR 2026.

According to the Ministry of Defence, the exercise brought together the navies of India, Japan, the United States and Australia for professional engagements during the Harbour Phase and coordinated maritime operations during the Sea Phase.

The Sea Phase featured a range of maritime operations and drills, including Anti-Submarine Warfare, Visit, Board, Search and Seizure (VBSS) drills, Maritime Interdiction Operations, gunnery exercises, replenishment approaches and cross-deck landings. These engagements provided valuable opportuniti...