The Talwar-class frigates or Project 11356 are a class of stealth guided missile frigates designed and built by Russia for the Indian Navy. The Talwar-class
Navy and Indian Navy, with a cost of $450-500 million. Based on the Talwarclass, six ships were ordered for the Russian Black Sea Fleet under two contracts
INS Talwar (F40) (translated as "Sword") is the lead ship of the Talwar-class frigates of the Indian Navy. Its name means "Sword" in Hindi (see Talwar).
successor to the Talwar-class frigates, the Shivalik-class frigates feature improved stealth features and land-attack capabilities. The Talwarclass, also known
" The Indian Navy ordered six frigates of upgraded Krivak III class as the Talwarclass. Three ships were delivered in 2003–2004. Three more were delivered