Tag Archive: maritime security

Oil tanker carrying Indian sailors attacked near Hormuz, catches fire

A Kuwait-flagged oil tanker carrying 21 Indian sailors was attacked by an unknown projectile near the Strait of Hormuz on October 21. All sailors are reported safe.

India Tells UN Attacks on Indian Ships Are Deeply Concerning

India told the UN Security Council that attacks on commercial vessels and Indian sailors in West Asia are a serious concern, urging de-escalation, dialogue and respect for international law.

Iran Pressures Trump as Strait of Hormuz Control Dispute Deepens

Amid the US-Iran confrontation, the Strait of Hormuz has again become a strategic flashpoint as Iran increases pressure and the US seeks to keep shipping moving.

Drone Strike Near Hormuz Leaves Two Indian Sailors Missing at Sea

A drone attack on MT Petro Dolphin near Oman’s Sohar anchorage left two Indian sailors missing, while India condemned attacks on commercial vessels near the Strait of Hormuz.

Kuwaiti oil tanker attacked in Hormuz, five Indians rescued safely

Five Indian nationals aboard the Kuwait-flagged crude oil tanker MT Kazimah III were safely rescued after a projectile attack in the Strait of Hormuz.

US-Houthi Talks Shift Regional Equation, Increase Pressure on Saudi Arabia

Direct US-Houthi talks in Oman amid rising tensions in Yemen could affect Saudi Arabia’s Red Sea oil routes and maritime security concerns.

Sri Lanka’s Indian Ocean role is crucial, Rajnath Singh says

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh said Sri Lanka’s strategic role in the Indian Ocean is crucial as India and Sri Lanka signed three defence cooperation agreements.

Opposition attacks Modi’s G7 remarks for not naming the US

At the G7 Summit, Prime Minister Narendra Modi raised the deaths of Indian citizens and stressed maritime security, triggering Opposition criticism for not naming the United States.

Three Indian Sailors Killed in US Military Action, Triggering Concern

The deaths of three Indian sailors in a US military action have sparked grief and concern, with opposition parties seeking answers and maritime safety under renewed focus.

US-Iran Talks Raise Middle East Ceasefire Hopes

CNN Central News & Network–ITDC India Epress/ITDC News Bhopal: Fresh diplomatic efforts between the United States and Iran have sparked

India’s Modi Urges Secure Open Shipping Lanes

CNN Central News & Network–ITDC India Epress/ITDC News Bhopal: Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi reiterated the critical importance of keeping

The Strait of Hormuz Crisis: India’s Strategic and Diplomatic Role

The escalating tensions in the Strait of Hormuz have once again highlighted the strategic importance of this narrow but crucial

India-Philippines Naval Alignment: A Strategic Check on China’s Indo-Pacific Assertiveness

CNN Central News & Network–ITDC India Epress/ITDC News Bhopal: The strategic landscape of the Indo-Pacific is undergoing a decisive transformation

Houthis Attack U.S. Warship Amid Reports of Iran Vessel Sinking

CNN Central News & Network–ITDC India Epress/ITDC News Bhopal: Tensions in the Middle East have escalated further as reports suggest