Govt monitors Indian-flagged vessels in Gulf region amid rising tensions

Mar 13, 2026

"All Indian vessels and seafarers are under active monitoring to ensure their safety and security."

4,500+ Indian seafarers in Persian Gulf under close watch amid rising maritime threats: MEA

Sep 29, 2026

India is closely monitoring the safety and well-being of over 4,500 Indian seafarers currently operating on commercial vessels across the Persian Gulf, including 163...

Indian mission in Ukraine accords "highest priority" to safety of seafarers aboard MV AMIR1

Jul 29, 2026

The Indian Embassy in Ukraine on Wednesday said the safety and security of Indian seafarers aboard MV AMIR1 remains its "highest priority" as it...

Over 2500 seafarers repatriated from Gulf region

Apr 21, 2026

Amid the evolving security situation in West Asia and the Gulf region, a senior government official has informed that India's repatriation operations in West...

Safety first in the Gulf: Over 2,300 Indian seafarers repatriated, says Shipping Ministry

Apr 15, 2026

A total of 2,337 Indian seafarers have been successfully brought back to India so far. 75 of these individuals were repatriated within the last...

Union Minister Sonowal reviews safety preparedness for Indian seafarers amid evolving geopolitical situation

Jul 28, 2026

The review brought together senior officials from the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA), the Directorate General of Shipping (DGS), and Heads of Indian Missions...