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Modi Seychelles Visit: Maritime Security and $175M Projects in Focus

The Modi Seychelles visit is expected to deepen maritime security, infrastructure, trade and tourism ties as Seychelles marks 50 years of independence and the two countries commemorate five decades of diplomatic relations. Seychelles Foreign Minister Barry Faure said the trip could lift the partnership to a “qualitatively higher level” as both sides advance plans discussed during President Patrick Herminie’s February visit to India. Modi Seychelles visit put

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27 Jun 2026 11:07 AM

Modi Seychelles Visit: Maritime Security and $175M Projects in Focus

The Modi Seychelles visit is expected to deepen maritime security, infrastructure, trade and tourism ties as Seychelles marks 50 years of independence and the two countries commemorate five decades of diplomatic relations. Seychelles Foreign Minister Barry Faure said the trip could lift the partnership to a “qualitatively higher level” as both sides advance plans discussed during President Patrick Herminie’s February visit to India. Modi Seychelles visit put

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Ancient whale graveyard found deep in Indian Ocean

Scientists have found a remarkable whale graveyard more than seven kilometres below the surface of the south-eastern Indian Ocean. The discovery includes hundreds of ancient whale fossil sites as well as modern whale falls that continue to support life in one of the darkest and most extreme parts of the planet. Researchers say the site offers fresh clues about extinct whales, deep-sea biodiversity and how marine life survives far below sunlight.

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11 Jun 2026 06:35 AM

Ancient whale graveyard found deep in Indian Ocean

Scientists have found a remarkable whale graveyard more than seven kilometres below the surface of the south-eastern Indian Ocean. The discovery includes hundreds of ancient whale fossil sites as well as modern whale falls that continue to support life in one of the darkest and most extreme parts of the planet. Researchers say the site offers fresh clues about extinct whales, deep-sea biodiversity and how marine life survives far below sunlight.

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Trump Warns Tehran As Skywave Crude Oil Tanker Seized By US

US Seizes Iran-Linked Skywave Tanker In Indian Ocean The United States has seized the Iran-linked oil tanker Skywave in the Indian Ocean, marking another significant enforcement action under US sanctions against Tehran. Officials said the tanker, sanctioned in March for allegedly transporting Iranian crude oil, was intercepted west of Malaysia on May 19 after passing through the Strait of Malacca. Ship-tra

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19 May 2026 21:15 PM

Trump Warns Tehran As Skywave Crude Oil Tanker Seized By US

US Seizes Iran-Linked Skywave Tanker In Indian Ocean The United States has seized the Iran-linked oil tanker Skywave in the Indian Ocean, marking another significant enforcement action under US sanctions against Tehran. Officials said the tanker, sanctioned in March for allegedly transporting Iranian crude oil, was intercepted west of Malaysia on May 19 after passing through the Strait of Malacca. Ship-tra

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India speeds up Samudrayaan as first manned dive planned for May 2026

India is rapidly advancing its deep sea exploration ambitions as the Samudrayaan mission prepares for its first manned trial dive in May 2026. The National Institute of Ocean Technology in Chennai is currently completing final integration work on the Matsya 6000 submersible, a 25 tonne vehicle designed to carry three aquanauts into the deep ocean. The upcoming dive, planned at a depth of 500 meters, is considered a critical milestone toward India’s long term goal of reaching 6,000 meters un

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20 Jan 2026 07:24 AM

India speeds up Samudrayaan as first manned dive planned for May 2026

India is rapidly advancing its deep sea exploration ambitions as the Samudrayaan mission prepares for its first manned trial dive in May 2026. The National Institute of Ocean Technology in Chennai is currently completing final integration work on the Matsya 6000 submersible, a 25 tonne vehicle designed to carry three aquanauts into the deep ocean. The upcoming dive, planned at a depth of 500 meters, is considered a critical milestone toward India’s long term goal of reaching 6,000 meters un

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"Maldives President Mohamed Muizzu's State Visit to India: A Turning Point in Bilateral Relations"

Maldives President Mohamed Muizzu's state visit to India represents a pivotal moment in the relationship between the two nations, particularly following recent diplomatic tensions caused by derogatory remarks made by Maldivian ministers about Prime Minister Narendra Modi. During his visit, President Muizzu proposed a Rs 3,000 crore currency swap deal aimed at bolstering the Maldives' foreign exchange reserves amid ongoing economic challenges. Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri b

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08 Oct 2024 06:40 AM

"Maldives President Mohamed Muizzu's State Visit to India: A Turning Point in Bilateral Relations"

Maldives President Mohamed Muizzu's state visit to India represents a pivotal moment in the relationship between the two nations, particularly following recent diplomatic tensions caused by derogatory remarks made by Maldivian ministers about Prime Minister Narendra Modi. During his visit, President Muizzu proposed a Rs 3,000 crore currency swap deal aimed at bolstering the Maldives' foreign exchange reserves amid ongoing economic challenges. Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri b

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Modi Seychelles Visit: Maritime Security and $175M Projects in Focus

Modi Seychelles Visit: Maritime Security and $175M Projects in Focus

Ancient whale graveyard found deep in Indian Ocean

Ancient whale graveyard found deep in Indian Ocean

Trump Warns Tehran As Skywave Crude Oil Tanker Seized By US

Trump Warns Tehran As Skywave Crude Oil Tanker Seized By US

India speeds up Samudrayaan as first manned dive planned for May 2026

India speeds up Samudrayaan as first manned dive planned for May 2026

"Maldives President Mohamed Muizzu's State Visit to India: A Turning Point in Bilateral Relations"

"Maldives President Mohamed Muizzu's State Visit to India: A Turning Point in Bilateral Relations"

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IPL 2025 Retention Countdown: Will MS Dhoni Return for Another Season with CSK?

PV Sindhu Stranded in Dubai as Middle East Conflict Disrupts Gulf Air Travel

Buzz Over Trump’s Painted Hand During Zelenskyy Meet Sparks Health Speculation

Jon Bon Jovi honors New Jersey with new music video for Red White and Jersey

Global leaders extend Republic Day greetings as India marks 77 years as a republic

Mike Tomlin joins NBC after Steelers exit: What it means for his NFL future

The Influence of Cartoons and Pop Culture on Kids Fashion

Google Nano Banana 2: A Game-Changer for AI Image Generation with Speed and Accuracy

NYPD officer Didarul Islam killed in Manhattan shooting remembered as devoted family man

Berlin airport remains closed as black ice halts flights across eastern Germany

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Modi Seychelles Visit: Maritime Security and $175M Projects in Focus

Modi Seychelles Visit: Maritime Security and $175M Projects in Focus

Ancient whale graveyard found deep in Indian Ocean

Ancient whale graveyard found deep in Indian Ocean

Trump Warns Tehran As Skywave Crude Oil Tanker Seized By US

Trump Warns Tehran As Skywave Crude Oil Tanker Seized By US

India speeds up Samudrayaan as first manned dive planned for May 2026

India speeds up Samudrayaan as first manned dive planned for May 2026

"Maldives President Mohamed Muizzu's State Visit to India: A Turning Point in Bilateral Relations"

"Maldives President Mohamed Muizzu's State Visit to India: A Turning Point in Bilateral Relations"

IPL 2025 Retention Countdown: Will MS Dhoni Return for Another Season with CSK?

PV Sindhu Stranded in Dubai as Middle East Conflict Disrupts Gulf Air Travel

Buzz Over Trump’s Painted Hand During Zelenskyy Meet Sparks Health Speculation

Jon Bon Jovi honors New Jersey with new music video for Red White and Jersey

Global leaders extend Republic Day greetings as India marks 77 years as a republic

Mike Tomlin joins NBC after Steelers exit: What it means for his NFL future

The Influence of Cartoons and Pop Culture on Kids Fashion

Google Nano Banana 2: A Game-Changer for AI Image Generation with Speed and Accuracy

NYPD officer Didarul Islam killed in Manhattan shooting remembered as devoted family man

Berlin airport remains closed as black ice halts flights across eastern Germany

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