Goa received more than 46 lakh tourists in first five months of this yearGoa welcomed over 46.39 lakh tourists from January to May this year, a slight uptick attributed to enhanced connectivity and diverse experi...
20 Jun, 2026, 09.16 AM IST
Scientists just found a new walking shark in a tiny corner of Papua New Guinea, and the meter-long species may be vulnerable because its range is so restrictedA new species of walking shark, Hemiscyllium dudgeonae, has been discovered off the coast of Papua New Guinea. Named after Dr. Christine Du...
17 Jun, 2026, 03.10 PM IST
A 15-year-old from Ontario built a bionic underwater “robot turtle” that detects what is quietly killing our seas and just won $50,000 for itA young innovator has created BURT, a robotic turtle that moves quietly underwater. This AI-powered machine mimics natural swimming to obse...
09 Jun, 2026, 03.33 PM IST
The Emerald Labyrinth: Louisiana’s “Year of Outdoors” theme offers curated nature trails and context-rich travelLouisiana is unveiling its quieter side with the Year of Outdoors campaign. Travelers can explore winding bayous and wetlands through guide...
08 Jun, 2026, 05.44 PM IST
Indian Navy expands blue-water capability with 5 new indigenous vesselsThe Indian Navy is set to significantly bolster its maritime security with the induction of five indigenously built platforms this month. T...
04 Jun, 2026, 06.02 PM IST
Taiwan beefs up anti-ship missile arsenal to counter threat of Chinese invasionTaiwan is boosting its missile power to over 1,800 by 2029. This move aims to deter a potential Chinese invasion or blockade. The island is...
04 Jun, 2026, 12.06 PM IST
Trump's China moves can open up a vast market for IndiaIndia is emerging as a significant defence supplier in Southeast Asia, with Vietnam becoming the second buyer of the BrahMos missile after ...
01 Jun, 2026, 03.13 PM IST
45 warships will be delivered in 3-4 years, approval given for 195 naval vessels: Vice Admiral Sanjay VatsyanThe Indian Navy has said around 45 ships are currently under construction in the country and will be delivered over the next 3–4 years, sig...
22 May, 2026, 02.13 PM IST
GRSE launches first next-gen offshore patrol vessel for Indian NavyDefence PSU GRSE launched Sanghamitra, the first of four next-generation offshore patrol vessels for the Indian Navy. The vessel is larger ...
20 May, 2026, 10.49 PM IST
'It's just a love tap': Trump says ceasefire still in effect despite US-Iran exchange of fireUnited States and Iran exchanged fire testing a month-long ceasefire. Iran stated the situation returned to normal. The US military said it...
08 May, 2026, 06.22 AM IST
Strait of Hormuz: U.S target ships, carry out military strikes on Iranian territory, claims Tehran, Donald Trump says ceasefire still in effectIran's top joint military command accused the U.S. of violating the ceasefire by targeting an Iranian oil tanker and another ship, and of c...
08 May, 2026, 04.56 AM IST
WHO warns of more hantavirus cases in 'limited' outbreakThree passengers died from hantavirus after a cruise. The World Health Organization believes the outbreak will be limited if precautions ar...
07 May, 2026, 09.50 PM IST
Is US–Iran war heading toward prolonged escalation? Despite bombing, Iran retains massive arsenal: Missile launchers intact, drones ready - intel warns of havocUS–Iran war: Iran still holds nearly half its missile launchers intact after sustained US-Israel airstrikes. Intelligence reports confirm t...
03 Apr, 2026, 11.21 PM IST
Policies in works for captive berth extension, land use at major portsThe policy would seek to optimise use of waterfront and associated land for industrial purposes. It is expected to bring relief to companie...
27 Sep, 2024, 11.34 PM IST
India giving a push to cruise services with IGST waiver, cruise terminalsThe government is giving coastal cruise services a push by offering IGST waiver to luxury vessels converting to coastal run and encouraging...
26 Oct, 2023, 06.20 PM IST
Cruise policy, circuits to make India global hotspot: Nitin GadkariThe govt has allowed foreign flag vessels carrying passengers to call at Indian ports without securing a licence from the director general ...
19 Mar, 2017, 12.45 PM IST
Gujarat to start cruise liner service between Mumbai-Porbandar to promote coastal tourismGujarat government is contemplating to introduce a cruise liner service between Mumbai and Porbandar by the end of this year.
14 Jul, 2013, 06.54 PM IST