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A 15-mile-long island appeared on maps for more than a century; in 2012, scientists "undiscovered" itFor more than a century, Sandy Island, a phantom island, graced the maps until Australian geologists uncovered open water in its place in 2...
Hormuz uncertainty pushes landed costs up to 50%, raising risk of higher consumer pricesThe escalating unrest near the Strait of Hormuz is causing a notable spike in shipping expenses for businesses in India. An increase in fre...
India should prepare for that poles vaultIndia is urged to establish a polar ambassador to oversee its expanding interests in the Arctic and Antarctic. The committee's recommendati...
View: Malvinas, the strength of a just cause"2 April and 10 June mark defining moments in our national memory. However, the responsibility to safeguard our sovereign rights transcends...
16 Indians, including 10 seafarers, killed in Middle East conflict: GovtSixteen Indian nationals, including ten seafarers, have died in the Middle East conflict this year. Seventy-five Indians sustained injuries...
India's energy security at risk from Hormuz-Red Sea double squeeze, says CareEdge RatingsIndia faces significant energy security risks from chokepoint disruptions. A dual closure could push Brent crude prices to $130-135 per bar...
Investor interest in Indian shipyards hinges on faster execution: DrewryForeign investors are evaluating Indian shipyards for future opportunities. The nation must quickly expand capacity and strengthen its supp...
US, India expanding cooperation in defence, civil nuclear sector, says senior US officialThe United States and India are expanding defense and civil nuclear cooperation. Trusted AI and emerging technologies are being adopted to ...
In 1859, when an American farmer shot a pig for eating from his potato patch, United States and Britain were on the brink of war, with soldiers & warships preparing for conflictThe Pig War began in 1859 after an American farmer shot a British-owned pig on the disputed San Juan Islands, triggering a tense territoria...
In the 18th and 19th centuries, slave ships sank near Bahamas; researchers found their trail revealing the darkest chapters of human historyFourteen wrecked slavers' ships were identified in the Bahamas. These vessels transported enslaved Africans during the 18th and 19th centur...
Explained: Why crude oil prices tumbled over 9% to below $90/bbl in one dayCrude oil prices plunged more than 9% to $88 a barrel after the US paused strikes on Iran and Tehran signalled restraint, boosting hopes of...
MRPL seeks crude via tender avoiding Red Sea and Hormuz, document showsMangalore Refinery and Petrochemicals Ltd is seeking oil imports via a spot tender. The company has asked suppliers to avoid the Red Sea an...
Red Sea shipping slows after Houthi attack on Saudi Arabia, data showsShip traffic through Bab el-Mandeb decreased Sunday after Houthi attacks on Saudi oil sites. Fewer than ten commodity vessels passed throug...
Red Sea shipping slumps after Houthi strikes on Saudi Arabia energy infrastructureShip traffic through Bab el-Mandeb declined significantly on Sunday. This occurred after Yemeni Houthis attacked Saudi oil installations al...
"Will see deeper engagement": India, Romania to deepen defence cooperation in drones, aerospaceIndia and Romania are set to deepen their partnership, with cooperation expected to expand in areas such as drone technology, aerospace, de...
Trouble is brewing at Middle East's two key chokepointsShipping disruptions are emerging in key Middle East oil transit routes. Concerns are rising as vessels alter voyages due to security risks...
Seven boys widened India's door to South Korea and everything changedSouth Korean cultural exports like K-pop and K-dramas have significantly boosted India's engagement. This cultural wave now fuels substanti...
India is ready to play in Russia's long game on top of the worldIndia and Russia are enhancing cooperation on the Northern Sea Route project. This Arctic corridor offers India an alternative to the Suez ...
Satellite phone facility for deep-sea fishermen? Maharashtra govt holds discussions with BSNLMaharashtra government is exploring satellite phone connectivity for deep-sea fishermen. This initiative aims to provide uninterrupted comm...
Uranium, energy pacts with Australia to charge up IndiaIndia and Australia elevated their strategic partnership with new defense and energy agreements. Australia will supply uranium for India's ...