"Ensure safety of seafarers": Deceased seafarer Aditya Sharma's father appeals to PM Modi

Jun 18, 2026

Rajesh Sharma, the father of deceased seafarer Aditya Sharma, on Thursday expressed dissatisfaction with Prime Minister Narendra Modi's meeting with US President Donald Trump...

Govt debunks 'cyber fraud' claims involving Indian vessel; confirms seafarer safety in Persian Gulf

Apr 22, 2026

He said, "News is spreading about the reported payment by the captain of the vessel Sanmar Herald in USD to persons claiming to represent...

"Unlawful and irresponsible": Iranian envoy blames US, Israel for Strait of Hormuz tensions

Mar 14, 2026

Iran's ambassador to the UK told the IMO that "unlawful and irresponsible" US and Israeli actions are causing tensions in the Strait of Hormuz....

"Focus on effective long-term planning": Sanjay Jha chairs Parliamentary panel meeting on West Asia crisis, seafarer safety

May 25, 2026

Chairperson of the Parliamentary Standing Committee on Transport, Tourism and Culture and Janata Dal (United) leader Sanjay Jha, on Monday, said that the Shipping...

"Lakhs of Indians working as seafarers": PM Modi pushes for crew safety in meeting with Trump

Jun 17, 2026

On the sidelines of the G7 Summit in France, PM Modi met US President Trump to discuss trade, West Asian peace, and maritime security....

Indian Coast Guard rescues injured sailor from MT Desh Shakti off Mumbai coast

Jul 04, 2026

According to the Indian Coast Guard, despite adverse weather conditions, the seafarer was safely airlifted off Mumbai by a Navy helicopter.