News for 'Indian Coast'

Coast Guard seizes suspected boat from Myanmar

Coast Guard seizes suspected boat from Myanmar

Rediff.com19 Jul 2016

After stopping the boat, the personnel found that all 11 crew members on board were Myanmarese and none of them were holding valid passports.

Why Kerala Opposes Sand Sea Mining

Why Kerala Opposes Sand Sea Mining

Rediff.com19 Apr 2025

If as critics point out, the environmental impact assessment study was commissioned only after the auction process got underway with not all the stakeholders getting to know of it, then the government has already compromised the trust it could have enjoyed with Kerala's public including its coastal communities, points out Shyam G Menon.

You speak of 'nari shakti', show it here: SC raps govt over women's permanent commission

You speak of 'nari shakti', show it here: SC raps govt over women's permanent commission

Rediff.com20 Feb 2024

The bench asked whether the Union was still adopting "a patriarchal approach" despite the judgements of the top court on grant of permanent commission to women officers in the three armed forces- Army, Air force and the Navy.

How armed forces are preparing for Cyclone Biparjoy

How armed forces are preparing for Cyclone Biparjoy

Rediff.com15 Jun 2023

All armed forces including the Army, the Navy, the Air Force and Indian Coast Guard have made necessary preparation to provide assistance to the local people of Gujarat.

Surya's sweep-shot obsession down to Maidaan cricket

Surya's sweep-shot obsession down to Maidaan cricket

Rediff.com21 Apr 2025

While Suryakumar went about his business with his unique style, Rohit put his raw power on exhibition and effortlessly muscled the ball past the boundary ropes.

Iran releases 5 Indians from seized Israeli-linked ship

Iran releases 5 Indians from seized Israeli-linked ship

Rediff.com10 May 2024

The Indian Embassy, while sharing details of their release, thanked the Iranian authorities for their close coordination with the Embassy and Indian Consulate in Bandar Abbas.

Coast Guard to be modernised: Antony

Coast Guard to be modernised: Antony

Rediff.com22 May 2007

Speaking at the silver jubilee function of the Indian Coast Guard Aviation at Daman, Antony emphasised the need for faster modernisation of the Coast Guard in view of emerging seaward threat.

Pak captures 2 Indian boats, 170 marine commandos deployed off Guj coast

Pak captures 2 Indian boats, 170 marine commandos deployed off Guj coast

Rediff.com5 Jan 2015

The Pakistan maritime security agency apprehended 12 Indian fishermen and seized their two boats near the international maritime boundary on Sunday, a Porbandar-based non-government organisation claimed.

Goa coast put on alert following LeT threat

Goa coast put on alert following LeT threat

Rediff.com19 Jun 2013

Goa was put on alert on Wednesday following intelligence inputs about a possible terror attack on the coastal state by Lashkar-e-Tayiba.

Sunita Williams likely to leave Space Station on March 19

Sunita Williams likely to leave Space Station on March 19

Rediff.com14 Mar 2025

Indian-origin Astronaut Sunita Williams and Butch Wilmore are scheduled to leave the International Space station by March 19 at the earliest, said NASA.

Govt okays maritime aircraft among Rs 84,560-cr defence buy

Govt okays maritime aircraft among Rs 84,560-cr defence buy

Rediff.com16 Feb 2024

The proposals cleared by the DAC include new-generation anti-tank mines, air defence tactical control radar, heavy-weight torpedoes, medium-range maritime reconnaissance and multi-mission maritime aircraft, flight refueller aircraft and software-defined radios.

Coast Guard to induct 38 more aircraft by 2020

Coast Guard to induct 38 more aircraft by 2020

Rediff.com8 Feb 2016

The expansion plan will see the maritime security force acquire Advanced Light Helicopters, Twin-engine Helicopters and Maritime Multi-mission Surveillance Aircraft.

Rescued At Sea!

Rescued At Sea!

Rediff.com24 Aug 2022

The Indian Coast Guard rescued 27 Bangladeshi fishermen in three separate operations after they went missing in the Bay of Bengal on Sunday, August 21, 2022.

Coast Guard rescues 6 crew onboard Oman vessel

Coast Guard rescues 6 crew onboard Oman vessel

Rediff.com22 Aug 2011

The Indian coast guard has rescued six crew members on board an Oman vessel Sakar-7, about 160 nautical miles off Porbandar coast in the Arabian sea.

Yacht with 3 AK-47 rifles found off Maha coast; no terror angle, says dy CM

Yacht with 3 AK-47 rifles found off Maha coast; no terror angle, says dy CM

Rediff.com18 Aug 2022

A boat with three AK-47 rifles and bullets was found off the Raigad coast in Maharashtra on Thursday, officials said adding that there was no security threat.

Vietnam: A Wonderful Place For A Holiday

Vietnam: A Wonderful Place For A Holiday

Rediff.com12 May 2025

Whether it's navigating the labyrinthine Cu Chi Tunnels, boating on the Mekong, marveling at ancient Champa temples, or the Mekong Bay, Vietnam promises a journey like no other.

Sunita Williams, Butch Wilmore leave for Earth after 9 months in space

Sunita Williams, Butch Wilmore leave for Earth after 9 months in space

Rediff.com18 Mar 2025

The spacecraft, Elon Musk-led SpaceX's Dragon, will splash down off the coast of the American state of Florida around 3:27 am IST Wednesday.

Coast Guard searching ships for terrorists

Coast Guard searching ships for terrorists

Rediff.com29 Nov 2008

Searching for terrorists, Indian Coast Guard ships are now stopping all merchant vessels and ships moving towards Pakistan and Gulf region and carrying out checks inside them.

Earth missed you: Modi as Sunita, others return home

Earth missed you: Modi as Sunita, others return home

Rediff.com19 Mar 2025

Modi said space exploration is about pushing the limits of human potential, daring to dream and having the courage to turn those dreams into reality.

Two ships collide, oil spill off Mumbai coast

Two ships collide, oil spill off Mumbai coast

Rediff.com7 Aug 2010

Two Panamanian cargo ships collided on Saturday off the Mumbai coast causing an oil spill from one of the vessels but no casualties were reported, Indian Coast Guard officials said.

Harshal Patel Shines On Night When Batters Ruled

Harshal Patel Shines On Night When Batters Ruled

Rediff.com13 Apr 2025

He also got clobbered along the way but was always in contention for wickets and weaved his magic particularly at the backend of the innings.

Coast Guard, ATS seize Rs 360 cr heroin from Pak boat off Guj coast; 6 held

Coast Guard, ATS seize Rs 360 cr heroin from Pak boat off Guj coast; 6 held

Rediff.com8 Oct 2022

The CG and ATS personnel seized the boat Al Sakar which had 50 kg heroin on board, in the Arabian Sea, the official said.

CWG 2018: Indian contingent arrives in Gold Coast

CWG 2018: Indian contingent arrives in Gold Coast

Rediff.com28 Mar 2018

About 200 members of the Indian contingent and officials participating in the Commonwealth Games beginning next week arrived in Gold Coast, on Wednesday.

CWG 2018: Indian contingent arrives in Gold Coast

CWG 2018: Indian contingent arrives in Gold Coast

Rediff.com28 Mar 2018

About 200 members of the Indian contingent and officials participating in the Commonwealth Games beginning next week arrived in Gold Coast, on Wednesday.

Wandering along India's coast, following fish

Wandering along India's coast, following fish

Rediff.com23 Jul 2010

Samanth Subramanian author of Following Fish shares with us his experiences of travelling across the nine Indian coastal states and swallowing a live fish in Hyderabad.

Indian warship rescues Iranian vessel hijacked by pirates off Somalia

Indian warship rescues Iranian vessel hijacked by pirates off Somalia

Rediff.com29 Jan 2024

Navy officials on Monday said that the swift response by the Indian Navy's mission deployed warship INS Sumitra ensured the safe release of the hijacked vessel and its crew.

Coast Guard welcomes Meera Behn

Coast Guard welcomes Meera Behn

Rediff.com4 Oct 2006

The new vessel is the fourth of its type used by the Coast Guard.

West Bengal: 8 missing fishermen dead, 3 rescued by Coast Guard

West Bengal: 8 missing fishermen dead, 3 rescued by Coast Guard

Rediff.com17 Aug 2016

The survivors and the bodies were found near Kendo island of the Sunderbans on Tuesday.

90 Year Old Vyjayanthimala's Amazing Dance Performance

90 Year Old Vyjayanthimala's Amazing Dance Performance

Rediff.com15 Mar 2024

The veteran actor proved that age is just a number for an artiste.

Philippines Seeks India's Help Against China's Threat

Philippines Seeks India's Help Against China's Threat

Rediff.com5 Apr 2025

The Squad seeks to counter China's power assertions in the South China Sea region.

'I Had No Worry About Getting A Bad Name'

'I Had No Worry About Getting A Bad Name'

Rediff.com23 Apr 2025

'I enjoyed my fiery exchanges with Akshay Kumar, who was extremely gracious and generous when the camera was not rolling. I enjoyed locking horns with him in court.'

'There Was Something Beautiful About The Two People'

'There Was Something Beautiful About The Two People'

Rediff.com21 May 2025

'In a world which is full of categories, hatred and ideologies, there was this basic decency.'

India To Have Second Rocket Port

India To Have Second Rocket Port

Rediff.com12 Mar 2025

The fuel cost will come down if rockets are launched from Kulasekarapattinam as they will have a straight trajectory and need not have to avoid Sri Lanka, which is being done by rockets flown from Sriharikota.

'Coast guard hotline with Pak soon'

'Coast guard hotline with Pak soon'

Rediff.com28 Jul 2004

"Two to three rounds of talks have been held between the two agencies on drawing up a document which is acceptable to both sides", Director General of Coast Guard, Vice Admiral Suresh Mehta.

Be Prepared! Heat Waves Coming!

Be Prepared! Heat Waves Coming!

Rediff.com1 Apr 2025

'The intensity and frequency of heatwaves will be much higher than in previous years over Punjab, Haryana, Rajasthan, Gujarat, Madhya Pradesh and Odisha.'

Pak vessel with 17 crew members caught off Guj coast

Pak vessel with 17 crew members caught off Guj coast

Rediff.com1 Oct 2012

A Pakistani vessel with 17 crew members on board was today caught by the Indian Coast Guard for straying in Indian Maritime boundary, officials said.

Pak endorses Coast Guard ties

Pak endorses Coast Guard ties

Rediff.com4 Dec 2003

India has proposed direct communication between the coast guards of both countries to address issues relating to fishermen and operational difficulties.

Six get 20-year jail term in 1445 kg Gujarat drug haul case

Six get 20-year jail term in 1445 kg Gujarat drug haul case

Rediff.com30 Jan 2024

The court also imposed a fine of Rs 1 lakh each on the six persons sentenced to 20-year imprisonment, out of the eight crew members who were on board the merchant vessel 'Henry'.

'Coast Guard was the first to react'

'Coast Guard was the first to react'

Rediff.com27 Dec 2004

Tauktae tears up Gujarat coast; 13 dead

Tauktae tears up Gujarat coast; 13 dead

Rediff.com18 May 2021

Even as Tauktae's intensity weakened, it left behind a trail of destruction with as many as 13 people losing their lives in different parts of Gujarat, including Bhavnagar, Rajkot, Patan, Amreli and Valsad, officials said.