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At UNGA, India launches maritime safety group to protect ships and seafarersIndia and Liberia have joined forces to establish a 'Group of Friends' dedicated to improving the safety of shipping and seafarers. This ti...
In 1900, 3 lighthouse keepers vanished from Scotland's distant Flannan Isles. 126 years later, no definitive account explains exactly what happened to the menIn December 1900, lighthouse keepers James Ducat, Thomas Marshall and Donald McArthur disappeared from the Flannan Isles Lighthouse on Eile...
BRICS' trade puzzle: Modi, Putin and Pezeshkian pitch three different fixesThe BRICS Business Forum saw leaders discuss expanding intra-bloc trade and economic resilience. Prime Minister Modi focused on removing tr...
BRICS 2026: Global South must now shape, not merely follow, rules, says PM ModiPrime Minister Modi advocated for global governance reform, transforming privilege into partnership. He proposed a Seafarers Emergency Supp...
BRICS formed to end US sanctions, break totalitarianism: Iranian President PezeshkianIn an exclusive interview with India Today on the sidelines of the 18th BRICS Summit in New Delhi, Pezeshkian emphasised that BRICS aims to...
At BRICS, PM Modi calls for replacing 'pyramid of privilege' with 'platform of partnership'Prime Minister Narendra Modi urged the Global South to become rule shapers in global governance. He advocated for transforming the existing...
BRICS at 20 enters coming-of-age phase, PM Modi calls for ambitious agenda for next two decadesPrime Minister Narendra Modi formally opened the BRICS summit in New Delhi. He stated the grouping has reached a coming of age moment. Modi...
BRICS 2026: PM Modi sits down with Putin, talks $100 bn trade by 2030; Plan to deepen defence, energy, nuclear tiesIndia and Russia agreed to expand industrial collaboration across manufacturing and critical minerals. They aim to reach a $100 billion bil...
In talks with Putin, Modi raises safety of Indians in Black SeaPrime Minister Narendra Modi and Russian President Vladimir Putin discussed the safety of Indian seafarers in the Black Sea and India’s rea...
BRICS 2026: India's chairship and Global South's push for 'endless war to end of war'New Delhi hosts the 18th BRICS Summit amid global conflicts and economic challenges. Developing nations seek this platform to voice concern...
Two vessels with 22 Indians on board hijacked by pirates in Yemen, SomaliaIn a troubling episode, pirates have seized two commercial vessels, leaving 22 Indian nationals on board. The first vessel, an oil tanker w...
MEA calls out 'fake news' over report claiming India sought defence pact with Israel after Pak-Saudi-Turkey dealIndia's Ministry of External Affairs has dismissed fake news reports. These reports alleged India sought a defense pact with Israel. The fa...
Indian-origin man among 25 individuals at risk of losing US citizenship due to alleged criminal activitiesUS authorities are revoking citizenship for twenty-five individuals due to alleged fraudulent actions. An Indian-origin man is among those ...
Drone strike hits LNG vessel at Egypt's Damietta PortAn explosion rocked an LNG vessel at Egypt's Damietta Port after a drone strike. This incident raises fears of conflict spreading to energy...
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...
Iran's swift rescue of Indian, other crew after vessel attack highlights commitment to seafarers' safety: Amb FathaliIran's Ambassador to India Mohammad Fathali on Friday said that Tehran's swift response in rescuing all crew members, including 28 Indian n...
Jaishankar calls for choking terror financing, safe international shipping lanes at ASEAN meet in ManilaExternal affairs minister S Jaishankar urged choking terror financing networks at the ASEAN Regional Forum. He stressed zero tolerance for ...
India will prioritise rule-based maritime order, including safety of seafarers, at UNSC: JaishankarIndia launched its campaign for a UN Security Council seat for 2028-29. The nation will focus on maritime security and countering terror fi...
Indian govt on "highest alert", orders agencies to stay vigilant after strikes on ships in the GulfUS-Iran war: India has directed its agencies to be on high alert. This is in response to recent attacks on Indian-crewed tankers. The gover...
Sonowal chairs review meeting as India steps up maritime security monitoring in Persian GulfIndia is enhancing security in the Persian Gulf. The Ministry of Ports, Shipping and Waterways is closely monitoring the situation. Precaut...