Indian Navy Launches Final Diving Support Craft DSC A24 in Kolkata
The Indian Navy launched its fifth and final Diving Support Craft, DSC A24, in Kolkata, marking the completion of a five-vessel indigenous shipbuilding project by Titagarh Rail Systems Limited. The catamaran-hulled vessel, displacing 300-400 tons, is equipped with advanced diving systems for underwater operations, including salvage and maintenance. The project, valued at approximately Rs 175 crore, features about 70% indigenous content, supporting the Make in India initiative. The launch ceremony was attended by senior naval officials, including Vice Admiral Gurcharan Singh.
First-hand measurement across 2 sources
We measured how 2 outlets covered this story. No outlet gave this story a measurable political slant — there is no left–right reading to report. Overall sentiment is positive (75/100). Lens Score 43/100.
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Sentiment was consistent across outlets (75–75/100), indicating broadly factual reporting rather than editorialising.
Coverage timeline
news18 broke this story on 2 Aug, 08:01 am. Other outlets followed.
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