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."

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...

"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...

"Avoid deploying Indian seafarers" through Hormuz, advises DGMA; says their safety remains "central" amid Gulf attacks

Jul 17, 2026

Amid continuing attacks on merchant vessels and the heightened security situation in the Gulf, India's Directorate General of Maritime Administration (DGMA) has advised ship...

TN rain: ICG issues advisories for fishing boats to return to harbour

Nov 27, 2024

As a deep depression in the southwest Bay of Bengal is likely to intensify into a cyclone and move towards Tamil Nadu, the Indian...