In a feat that combines grit, determination, and maritime excellence, two Indian Navy officers have etched their names into history. Lieutenant Commanders Dilna K and Roopa A, aboard the Indian Naval Sailing Vessel (INSV) Tarini, crossed the International Date Line (IDL) on January 9, 2025. This remarkable achievement is part of their larger mission, the Navika Sagar Parikrama II, an ambitious circumnavigation of the globe aimed at showcasing India’s maritime prowess and promoting gender equality.