Indian Navy units are regularly deployed on Mission Based Deployments in our areas of interest in Indian Ocean Region (IOR) to enhance maritime security. Further, Indian Navy units undertake surveillance to enhance Maritime Domain Awareness and address contingencies that may arise. Since 2008, Indian Navy has deployed units in Gulf of Aden and East coast Read More…
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Prof. Morten Meldal, Ms. Phaedria Marie St. Hilaire call on Union Minister Dr Jitendra Singh
Nobel laureate and professor at the Department of Chemistry at the University of Copenhagen, Denmark, Prof. Morten Meldal called on the Union Minister of State (Independent Charge) Science & Technology; MoS PMO, Personnel, Public Grievances, Pensions, Atomic Energy and Space, Dr Jitendra Singh in New Delhi today and discussed bilateral cooperation in Pharmaceuticals and promotion Read More…
Noted Israeli poet calls for good relation between Arab and Jews.
By Our Special Correspondent Thrissur, Feb 01 (IVC) The noted Israeli poet Amir Or sought to bridge the divide between Arab and Jews apply with literature and art. “You need to create your peace to write amidst the conflicts. I have been trying to create peace through dialogues”, said Amir Or, poet ,novelist and essayist from Israel and co-coordinator of Read More…
External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar Addresses China’s Influence on Neighbours, Emphasizes Need for Healthy Competition
Mumbai: India’s External Affairs Minister, S Jaishankar, addressed concerns about China’s influence on India’s neighbouring countries, emphasizing the need for healthy competition during an interactive session with students at the Indian Institute of Management (IIM) in Mumbai on Tuesday. In response to questions about strained ties with the Maldives, Jaishankar acknowledged the competitive politics in Read More…
India Slides Off Maldives Tourist Leaderboard amid Diplomatic Chill.
The Maldives, a paradise of turquoise waters and white sand, is witnessing a surprising shift in its tourist landscape. Once the country’s third-largest source of tourism, India has plummeted to fifth place within just three weeks, according to official data. This dramatic decline comes amidst simmering diplomatic tensions between India and the Maldives. The trigger? Read More…
Indian Warship Rescues Iranian Vessel from Pirates in Swift Action.
The Indian Navy’s commitment to maritime security in the Indian Ocean was on full display today as warship INS Sumitra successfully rescued a hijacked Iranian vessel and its crew from pirates. Deployed on anti-piracy operations along the east coast of Somalia and the Gulf of Aden, INS Sumitra responded swiftly to a distress call from Read More…
Maldives Prepares for Impeachment as Pro-China President Faces Backlash
MALE, Maldives – Tensions are at a boiling point in the Maldives as President Mohamed Muizzu, known for his staunch pro-China stance, faces potential impeachment. The main opposition Maldivian Democratic Party (MDP), holding a majority in parliament, has secured enough signatures to move forward with the motion, raising concerns about political instability in the island Read More…
Indian Navy Ship Rescues Merchant Vessel Attacked by Houthi Rebels in Gulf of Aden The Indian Navy’s guided-missile destroyer INS Visakhapatnam responded to a distress call from the merchant vessel MV Merlin Luanda on Friday night, January 26.
The MV Merlin Luanda, which has 22 Indian and 1 Bangladeshi crew members on board, was reportedly attacked by Houthi rebels in the Gulf of Aden. The Indian Navy deployed its Ship’s NBCD team along with firefighting equipment to assist the crew in extinguishing the fire on board the vessel. US Central Command Confirms Houthi Read More…
EAM Jaishankar Paints Optimistic Future for India, Urges Youth to Take Charge.
External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar unveiled a bright vision for India’s future under Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s leadership, addressing an event titled “Future of the Bharat” in Delhi on Wednesday. He emphasized the power of the youth in shaping the nation’s destiny and urged them to actively participate in the “Amrit Kaal” (25-year period of Read More…
Maldives grants Chinese surveillance ship port call, but with restrictions
Male, Maldives: The Maldivian government has granted Chinese surveillance ship Xiang Yang Hong 3 permission to make a port call in Male, but with the condition that it doesn’t conduct any research activities within the Maldivian Exclusive Economic Zone (EEZ). The announcement came amidst concerns from neighboring India, which has previously expressed reservations about the Read More…