The Indian Navy will convene maritime scientists, technologists and policymakers from 18 nations for a three‑day dialogue focused on science, technology and academic cooperation, underscoring India’s growing strategic outreach in the Indo‑Pacific.
The M/T Al Dasma was struck by an unidentified projectile on Oct 21; Union Minister Sarbananda Sonowal confirmed that every Indian crew member is safe and that the government is monitoring the incident closely.
The new vessel, built with over 80% indigenous content at Cochin Shipyard, expands India’s ability to detect and counter submarine threats along its coastline.
Iran's Revolutionary Guard warned vessels turning off tracking systems will face action after reporting a crude carrier caught fire on an unauthorised route.
The Ministry of External Affairs denounced attacks on the MV Royad Mammadov in the Black Sea and the MT On Peace in the Strait of Hormuz, urging an immediate halt to assaults on commercial shipping.
One crew member remains missing from the Panama-flagged MT El Gaia following an attack that has triggered fresh warnings over regional maritime safety.
