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Six Indians aboard cargo ship hijacked by pirates off Somalia's coast- In 2023, Georgia sank two retired Atlanta commuter trains; seven months later, divers found corals, fish, and other marine life colonizing the railcars
- In 2016, Turkey deliberately sank an entire Airbus A300, turning a passenger jet into an artificial reef, 75 feet below the surface
- Australian couple bought a cattle farm and planted 34,000 trees. Years later, koalas and wildlife are returningIn 2020, Australian couple Brett and Lisa Vercoe bought a 30-hectare former cattle property near Coffs Harbour in New South Wales and began...20 Aug, 2026, 04.55 PM IST
- In 1982, Delaware’s former tanker was built for a life at sea carrying oil. 44 years later, the vessel was deliberately sunk off Delaware’s coast, beginning a second life as an artificial reef for marine speciesThe Calcasieu Pass vessel, constructed in 1982 for oil operations, has made a remarkable transition to become a key component of Delaware's...20 Aug, 2026, 01.33 AM IST
- Grant permanent commission to woman Coast Guard officer: Apex Court to CentreIn a significant ruling, the Supreme Court has called upon the Centre to bestow Priya Tyagi with a permanent commission, highlighting that ...20 Aug, 2026, 01.26 AM IST
- INCOIS issues swell surge warning along Kerala, south TN coastINCOIS issued a swell surge warning for Kerala and nearby regions. High period swells from the southern Indian Ocean will impact coastal ar...19 Aug, 2026, 11.16 AM IST
- Why Pakistan is boosting defence ties with a nation known for its piratesPakistan is expanding its defense engagement through a new security pact with Somalia. This agreement covers counter-terrorism, military tr...18 Aug, 2026, 04.16 PM IST
- Over 200 Indian peacekeepers with UN Mission in South Sudan awarded for their exceptional serviceA total of 210 Indian peacekeepers were honored with UN medals for their exceptional service in South Sudan. These brave soldiers showcased...17 Aug, 2026, 10.24 PM IST
- Mahindra launches BE 6 SPORTEQ with BaaS, new three-screen cockpit: Check price and more featuresMahindra has launched the BE 6 SPORTEQ with a new three-screen cockpit, Google Gemini-powered TEQ_Talk, six TEQ Suites and added performanc...17 Aug, 2026, 05.14 PM IST
- School holiday August 18, 2026: Will schools remain closed on Monday? From J&K, Delhi, Himachal Pradesh, UP to Maharashtra, check rain alerts & state-wise updatesSchool holiday news: Monsoon rains are expected to continue across several parts of India. Students and parents are watching for possible s...17 Aug, 2026, 05.12 PM IST
- India must strengthen shipping capacity, naval protection amid growing chokepoints: GTRIIndia must treat maritime insecurity as a long-term trade risk as the Red Sea crisis crosses 1,000 days, GTRI said. Longer shipping routes ...16 Aug, 2026, 12.11 PM IST
- EU asylum applications drop 22% in May 2026, Venezuelans lead first-time applicantsFirst-time asylum applications in the EU saw a notable decrease in May 2026. Venezuelans, Afghans, and Bangladeshis formed the largest grou...15 Aug, 2026, 08.58 PM IST
- 2 UAE tankers attacked while transiting Strait of HormuzThe United Arab Emirates accused Iran of conducting drone strikes on two oil tankers navigating the strategic Strait of Hormuz. Meanwhile, ...14 Aug, 2026, 07.54 PM IST
- Since 2016, Alabama has recovered more than 22.6 million discarded oyster shells; the restaurant waste is being returned to coastal waters to help build reefsIn Alabama, restaurants are making waves by recycling oyster shells to bolster crucial reef restoration efforts. These once-discarded shell...14 Aug, 2026, 02.50 PM IST
- 'This was my World Cup' says Somali ref after UEFA Super CupSomali referee Omar Artan officiated the UEFA Super Cup after missing the World Cup. He was denied entry to the United States due to allege...13 Aug, 2026, 09.57 PM IST
- Weather Today August 13: Delhi, UP, Gujarat, Maharashtra, Karnataka, Odisha and Bengal brace for heavy rain as IMD warns of thunderstorms, lightning and gusty windsIndia weather forecast August 13: On August 13th, India is bracing for extensive rainfall and thunderstorms due to a low-pressure system fo...13 Aug, 2026, 12.08 AM IST
- Vladimir Putin threatens retaliation for Western seizures of Russian commercial vesselsPresident Putin threatened retaliation against Western seizures of Russian commercial vessels. He described these actions as piracy and a b...12 Aug, 2026, 04.47 PM IST
- Trump says ‘jihadists’, communists being elected ahead of US midtermsPresident Trump is framing upcoming midterm elections as a choice. He claims Democrats embrace radicalism and jihadism, which he believes i...11 Aug, 2026, 05.00 PM IST
- Today weather updates (August 4): IMD forecasts heavy rain across parts of India; extremely heavy rainfall likely in Assam, NortheastHeavy to very heavy rainfall is forecast across many Indian regions on Monday. Isolated extremely heavy rainfall is expected over Assam, Me...04 Aug, 2026, 08.03 AM IST
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