The Indian Navy and the Japan Maritime Self-Defence Force (JMSDF) carried out a joint Passage Exercise (PASSEX) off the coast of Mumbai to strengthen maritime cooperation and improve operational coordination, an official statement said. Pics/Defence PRO

Prime Minister Narendra Modi attended the National Day celebrations of Seychelles as the Guest of Honour during his State visit to the island nation. The event marked the Golden Jubilee of Seychelles' Independence and highlighted the strong diplomatic and strategic partnership between India and the East African country. (Pics/X)