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13 Indian seafarers remain stranded aboard MV AMIR1 at Chornomorsk port: Ukrainian Embassy

13 Indian seafarers remain stranded aboard MV AMIR1 at Chornomorsk port: Ukrainian Embassy

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Thirteen Indian seafarers remain stranded aboard MV AMIR1 in a Black Sea port of Ukraine, under the continuing threat of “Russian missile and drone attacks”, the country’s embassy here said on Wednesday, adding Ukrainian authorities are providing “all possible assistance” regarding the affected seafarers. Russia and Ukraine are involved in a conflict that has prolonged for over four years now. (Reuters) In a post on X, the Ukrainian Embassy also said that disturbing news continues to emerge from Ukraine’s Black Sea ports, as it claimed that Russia has “intensified its attacks on civilian vessels and port infrastructure”. “Thirteen Indian seafarers remain stranded aboard MV AMIR 1 in the Port of Chornomorsk, under the continuing threat of Russian missile and drone attacks. Russia’s actions have already caused deaths and injuries among Indian seafarers in the Black Sea,” it said. “Ukrainian authorities are providing all possible assistance and remain in close contact with the Embassy of India in Ukraine regarding the affected seafarers. We regret that our request to arrange a telephone conversation between Ukraine’s Foreign Minister …

13 Indian sailors trapped aboard cargo vessel as drone strikes intensify

13 Indian sailors trapped aboard cargo vessel as drone strikes intensify

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Thirteen Indian seafarers are among the 15 crew members stranded aboard a cargo vessel at Ukraine’s Chornomorsk port, where ongoing drone and missile attacks near the strategic Black Sea harbour have raised serious safety concerns, according to the Forward Seamen’s Union of India (FSUI). The sailors’ union warned that the crew is caught in what it described as a “terrible and life-threatening situation”, saying those onboard are living in “constant fear of a direct hit at any moment” as hostilities between Russia and Ukraine continue near the port, reported IANS.  Disclaimer: We do not own any of the content, ideas, images, or text presented here. All rights belong to their respective owners. For more information and to view the original source, please visit the following link: Source link

Who is Anil Menon? All about the Indian-origin NASA astronaut aboard the ISS

Who is Anil Menon? All about the Indian-origin NASA astronaut aboard the ISS

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Indian origin NASA astronaut Anil Menon has recently reached the International Space Station (ISS) on his first space mission, drawing attention from people in India and around the world. Travelling aboard Russia’s Soyuz MS 29 spacecraft, Menon will spend several months on the orbiting laboratory, where he and his fellow crew members will carry out scientific research, technology demonstrations and maintenance work. Anil Menon is expected to spend about eight months aboard the ISS. (Instagram/@astro_anil) Who is Anil Menon? Anil Menon is a NASA astronaut, emergency medicine physician and lieutenant colonel in the United States Space Force. Born and raised in the United States, he is of Indian and Ukrainian heritage. His father is from India, while his mother is from Ukraine. Menon studied neurobiology at Harvard University before earning a master’s degree in mechanical engineering from Stanford University. He later completed his medical degree and specialised in emergency medicine, building a career that combined healthcare with aerospace. NASA selected him as part of its 2021 astronaut class. Following more than two years of intensive …

Ireland President ‘very proud, very worried’ after sister, aboard Gaza flotilla, detained by Israel | How it happened

Ireland President ‘very proud, very worried’ after sister, aboard Gaza flotilla, detained by Israel | How it happened

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Ireland has expressed concern after several activists and civilians were detained by Israel on Monday. As per the government, among the 12 Irish citizens onboard is Dr Margaret Connolly, sister of Ireland’s President, Catherine Connolly. Dr Margaret Connolly, who was on board the vessel Blue Toys, is a general practitioner in the town of Sligo in northwest Ireland. (drmargaretconnollysligo) On Monday, Israeli forces intercepted the flotilla, which was more than 250 nautical miles from the Gaza Strip, still in international waters. After learning of the interception, Irish President Connolly stated that the incident was “quite upsetting”. Speaking after visiting King Charles during her UK Visit, the Irish leader stated she was “very proud of my sister, but I’m also very worried about her.” Ireland’s deputy premier Simon Harris also condemned the act, stating that his thoughts are with the president and other families whose loved ones have been detained. “I was very struck by the president’s comments yesterday, because on a purely personal level, of course you’d be worried, and my heart goes out to …

UP: Passenger shot dead aboard Kolkata-Jammu Tawi Express near Varanasi

UP: Passenger shot dead aboard Kolkata-Jammu Tawi Express near Varanasi

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A 42-year-old passenger travelling on the Kolkata-Jammu Tawi Express was shot dead by an unidentified assailant inside the train’s S-2 coach in the early hours of Monday, police said. Representational image. The deceased was identified as Dinesh Shah, a resident of the Barchaki area in Pipariya in Bihar’s Gaya district. He was travelling to Naimisharanya Dham in Uttar Pradesh’s Sitapur district on board train number 13151, police said. According to officials, Shah was travelling in the S-2 coach, while his sister, her two children and her mother-in-law were travelling in the general compartment of the same train. Police said the incident took place around 1.40am, shortly after the train crossed Pandit Deendayal Upadhyaya Junction. Just before the train reached Block Hut-B, near the restroom area of the coach, an unidentified person allegedly shot Shah. Passengers who heard the gunshot alerted the train staff, triggering panic inside the coach. The train reached Varanasi Junction at around 2.42am, where Shah’s body was taken off the train. His family members were subsequently informed about the incident. After legal …

MILAN 2026 concludes aboard INS Vikrant

MILAN 2026 concludes aboard INS Vikrant

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Indian Navy`s Exercise MILAN 2026 concluded on Tuesday with a closing ceremony held onboard India’s indigenous aircraft carrier, INS Vikrant, off the coast of Visakhapatnam, an official statement said on Wednesday. The multinational naval exercise, hosted by the Indian Navy, brought together ships, submarines and aircraft from across the world, marking one of the largest editions of the exercise to date. The closing ceremony was presided over by Rear Admiral Alok Ananda, Flag Officer Commanding Eastern Fleet. Commanding Officers and senior officers from all participating units attended the event. The ceremony marked the successful completion of the exercise and celebrated the growing cooperation among navies operating in the Bay of Bengal region. Record participation from 42 ships and 29 aircraft Held under the theme ‘Camaraderie, Cooperation, Collaboration’, MILAN 2026 saw participation on an unprecedented scale. A total of 42 ships and submarines and 29 aircraft took part, including 18 ships from friendly foreign countries, the statement issued by Defence PRO stated. Maritime patrol aircraft from France, Germany and the United States also participated, along with …

Himachal Merchant Navy Officer Among 3 Indians Aboard Oil Tanker Seized By US, Family Seeks Help | India News

Himachal Merchant Navy Officer Among 3 Indians Aboard Oil Tanker Seized By US, Family Seeks Help | India News

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Last Updated:January 11, 2026, 23:48 IST Rakshit Chauhan, a merchant navy officer from Himachal’s Kangra district, was among the three Indians detained after the Russia-flagged tanker Marinera was seized by the US. Rakshit Chauhan, a merchant navy officer, was among the three Indian crew members on Marinera (formerly Bella 1). Three Indian citizens were among the crew members detained following the US seizure of the oil tanker Marinera, which is connected to Venezuelan oil shipments. The family of a 26-year-old Merchant Navy officer from Himachal Pradesh, who was among the three Indians, has appealed to the Centre to ensure his safe return. The tanker was intercepted and taken under US control in the North Atlantic this week following a weeks-long pursuit. The Marinera had a crew of 28 people, including 20 Ukrainians, six Georgians, two Russians and three Indians. US authorities said the tanker was involved in moving oil linked to Venezuela in violation of international sanctions and was part of efforts to bypass existing restrictions. Rakshit Chauhan, hailing from Himachal’s Kangra district, was sent …

President Murmu Undertakes Historic Sea Sortie Aboard Kalvari-Class Submarine INS Vaghsheer | India News

President Murmu Undertakes Historic Sea Sortie Aboard Kalvari-Class Submarine INS Vaghsheer | India News

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Last Updated:December 28, 2025, 12:21 IST As the Supreme Commander of the Armed Forces, the President’s presence onboard was seen as a strong gesture of support for the Indian Navy and its personnel. President Droupadi Murmu Takes Maiden Submarine Sortie On Western Seaboard President Droupadi Murmu undertook a submarine sea sortie on the Western Seaboard on Sunday, marking a rare moment in India’s naval history. The President embarked the Indian Navy’s indigenous Kalvari-class submarine, INS Vaghsheer, at the Karwar Naval Base in Karnataka. During the sortie, she observed the operational conditions inside the submarine and interacted with naval personnel. INS Vaghsheer is part of India’s growing fleet of modern, indigenously built submarines. The visit highlighted the Navy’s underwater capabilities and the demanding environment in which submariners operate. Chief of Naval Staff Admiral Dinesh K Tripathi accompanied President Murmu during the sortie. As the Supreme Commander of the Armed Forces, the President’s presence onboard was seen as a strong gesture of support for the Indian Navy and its personnel. Officials said the sortie took place along …

ISRO launches the EOS-09 satellite aboard PSLV-C61 | Latest News India

ISRO launches the EOS-09 satellite aboard PSLV-C61 | Latest News India

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The Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) successfully launched EOS-09 aboard the Polar Satellite Launch Vehicle (PSLV-C61) on Sunday. This is ISRO’s 101st satellite launch. This is the 63rd flight of the PSLV and the 27th using the PSLV-XL configuration.(ISRO – X) The PSLV vehicle was launched at 5:59am from the Satish Dhawan Space Centre in Sriharikota. According to ANI, this is the 63rd flight of the PSLV and the 27th using the PSLV-XL configuration. The Polar Satellite Launch Vehicle (PSLV), in its 63rd mission, is carrying the Earth Observation Satellite (EOS-09), which can capture high-resolution images of the Earth’s surface under all weather conditions. The satellite’s continuous imaging is crucial for agriculture, forestry monitoring, disaster management, urban planning, and national security. Also Read | ARIES, DRDO lab sign MoU to boost India’s space situational awareness Earlier on Friday, ISRO chairman V Narayanan offered prayers at the Lord Venkateswara temple in Tirupati, seeking blessings for the mission’s successful launch. Narayanan participated in the ritual and placed a miniature model of PSLV-C61 at the deity’s feet, seeking …

Chinese National Aboard Hong Kong To New Delhi Air India Flight Arrested For Theft: Cops

Chinese National Aboard Hong Kong To New Delhi Air India Flight Arrested For Theft: Cops

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New Delhi: A Chinese national, suspected to be a member of an organised global in-flight theft syndicate, has been arrested for allegedly stealing debit and credit cards from fellow passengers during a flight from Hong Kong to New Delhi, police said on Saturday. The accused, 30-year-old Benlai Pan, was arrested upon arrival at the Indira Gandhi International (IGI) Airport here on May 14 following complaints from multiple passengers aboard Air India flight AI-315, they said in an official statement. Pan was travelling with three other Chinese nationals — 51-year-old Meng Guangyang, 42-year-old Chang Mang, 45-year-old and Liu Jie — all of whom were detained and questioned, officials said. According to authorities, the group is suspected to be operating together as part of an international in-flight theft racket. “Air India’s security team alerted the IGI Airport police about suspicious activities involving four Chinese nationals on the flight. One of the passengers, Prabhat Verma, who was seated at 12C, reported that a credit card had gone missing from his bag,” Additional Commissioner of Police (IGI) Usha Rangnani …