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Condition of injured Indian Navy sailor Abhilash Tomy stable

Condition of injured Indian Navy sailor Abhilash Tomy stable

Rediff.com25 Sep 2018

According to rescue officer Phil Gaden in Australia, Tomy had a severely injured back.

A Mighty Warship Gets Ready To Roar!

A Mighty Warship Gets Ready To Roar!

Rediff.com14 Jan 2025

INS Surat is the Indian Navy's first AI enabled warship.

Indian GP: Ferrari fly flag for Italian sailors

Indian GP: Ferrari fly flag for Italian sailors

Rediff.com25 Oct 2012

Ferrari will race with the flag of the Italian navy on their cars at this weekend's Indian Formula One Grand Prix in a gesture of support for two Italian sailors charged with killing Indian fishermen.

Nethra Kumanan first Indian woman sailor to qualify for Olympics

Nethra Kumanan first Indian woman sailor to qualify for Olympics

Rediff.com7 Apr 2021

Nethra Kumanan became the first Indian woman sailor to qualify for the Olympics after making sure of a top-place finish in the laser radial event of the Asian Qualifiers, in Oman, on Wednesday.

12 trainee sailors of INS Shivaji test COVID-19 positive

12 trainee sailors of INS Shivaji test COVID-19 positive

Rediff.com24 Jun 2020

INS Shivaji is an Indian Naval station located in the hill-town of Lonavala in Maharashtra's Pune district.

MV Suez crew, including 6 Indians, reaches Karachi

MV Suez crew, including 6 Indians, reaches Karachi

Rediff.com23 Jun 2011

Six Indian sailors, who were part of the 22-member crew of MV Suez vessel that was recently freed by Somali pirates, on Thursday reached Karachi harbour and would be sent back to India soon.

Five Indians dead as ship sinks near Oman

Five Indians dead as ship sinks near Oman

Rediff.com6 Nov 2011

An Indian ship sank off the coast of southern Oman, drowning five Indian sailors and leaving nine others missing.

26 navy sailors in Mumbai test positive for COVID-19

26 navy sailors in Mumbai test positive for COVID-19

Rediff.com18 Apr 2020

It is the first such case of a sizeable number of military personnel being treated for COVID-19. The Indian Army has reported eight cases of the deadly virus so far.

Indian crew on board hijacked ship safe

Indian crew on board hijacked ship safe

Rediff.com22 Nov 2008

The Directorate General of Shipping on Saturday said that contact with the hijacked vessel, MV Delight, had been established and the Indian crew on board was 'safe and in good health'.Iranian ship MV Delight with seven Indian sailors on board was hijacked by Somali pirates on November 18. Delight, which bears a Hong Kong flag, was carrying 38,000 tonnes of wheat and had 18 crew members, apart from the Indian crew, on board when it was hijacked near the Gulf of Eden.

Nine Indians freed by Somali pirates after 6 mths

Nine Indians freed by Somali pirates after 6 mths

Rediff.com13 Aug 2011

Ending a six-month ordeal, the crew of nine Indian and 12 Iranian sailors of cargo ship MV Sinin was freed on Saturday by Somali pirates. "Nine Indian sailors along with 12 Iranians of M V Sinin have been released by the pirates today. All of them are safe," said Director General of Shipping S B Agnihotri. The Somali pirates had on February 12 seized the Malta-flagged, 52,000 tonne bulk carrier 315 nautical miles off Masirah (Oman) while it was on its way to Singapore.

'I Came To Films To Earn Rs 3 Lakh'

'I Came To Films To Earn Rs 3 Lakh'

Rediff.com9 Apr 2025

'Dharmendra, Shashi Kapoor and I were inseparable while we struggled together.' 'When a disillusioned Dharmendra was packing his bags to return home, I prevailed upon him to give himself two months.' 'Five days later, he was signed for Shola Aur Shabnam and I signed Picnic.'

'Efforts on to secure release of Indian hostages'

'Efforts on to secure release of Indian hostages'

Rediff.com3 Mar 2011

The government on Thursday said it was making all possible effort to seek the early release of 64 Indians held hostage by Somali pirates, including six on board an Egyptian cargo ship hijacked in the Gulf of Aden, in August last year. "I share the anxiety and concerns of the family members and we are making all efforts to ensure the safety of Indians and also to expedite their release," Shipping Minister G K Vasan said.

PHOTOS: Indian Navy's Rs 12,650-cr Russian-built aircraft carrier

PHOTOS: Indian Navy's Rs 12,650-cr Russian-built aircraft carrier

Rediff.com8 Jun 2012

Ahead of its expected delivery by yearend, Indian Navy's Russian built aircraft carrier Vikramaditya on Friday commenced sea trials in the White Sea.

Abhilash Tomy Challenges The Oceans Again

Abhilash Tomy Challenges The Oceans Again

Rediff.com6 Mar 2023

'When I crossed that point where I had the accident, I felt light and that was a very physical experience. I felt something leave me.' Shyam G Menon chronicles the voyages of that incredible Indian sailor, Abhilash Tomy.

Nigerian ultras set condition for Indian's release

Nigerian ultras set condition for Indian's release

Rediff.com13 Jul 2009

A Nigerian militant group on Monday demanded the release of its leader, in return for setting free an Indian sailor, along with five foreign crew members of a chemical tanker. Nigerian militant group Movement for the Emancipation of Niger Delta sought the release of its leader Henry Okah for medical treatment abroad.

Nigerian Navy saves ship with 23 Indian men from pirates

Nigerian Navy saves ship with 23 Indian men from pirates

Rediff.com5 Sep 2012

In the third such attack in over two weeks in the Gulf of Guinea, the Singapore-owned vessel, MT Abu Dhabi Star, was taken over by pirates on Tuesday night when it was sailing towards the open sea.

The Ladies Who Will Sail Into History

The Ladies Who Will Sail Into History

Rediff.com1 Oct 2024

Lieutenant Commanders Dilna K and Roopa A will remain at sea for 8 months. They will rely on wind power, do the repairs on the boat themselves and navigate some the world's most treacherous waters.

'Absolutely brilliant response from the government to free our sailors'

'Absolutely brilliant response from the government to free our sailors'

Rediff.com6 Nov 2014

The last seven Indian sailors held hostage by Somali pirates were released October 30. Chirag Bahri, Indian coordinator for the Maritime Piracy Humanitarian Response Programme that aids piracy survivors and their families, speaks to Vaihayasi Pande Daniel/Rediff.com on how the near-impossible was achieved.

Misery ends for Indian sailing duo

Misery ends for Indian sailing duo

Rediff.com26 Aug 2004

Is media hampering dialogue with Somali pirates?

Is media hampering dialogue with Somali pirates?

Rediff.com12 Mar 2011

The government of Egypt and Dubai has complained to India about the excessive media coverage given to relatives of the kidnapped Indian sailors by Somali pirates. According to them, the hype by the Indian media is not helping negotiators who are trying to strike a deal with pirates for the early release of the sailors.

Sailors' group to fight AIDS

Sailors' group to fight AIDS

Rediff.com16 Aug 2005

Somali pirates release Stolt Valor

Somali pirates release Stolt Valor

Rediff.com16 Nov 2008

The M T Stolt Valor, which had been hijacked by Somali pirates in the Gulf of Aden in September, has been released, according to the National Union of Seafarers of India. There were 18 Indian soldiers on board the hijacked ship. Initial reports said that ransom was paid to the pirates by the Japanese owners Stolt Tankers. Reports said that all crew members on board are safe. The ship has left for Mumbai and will reach in three to four days.

Pakistan club too good for Indian Navy

Pakistan club too good for Indian Navy

Rediff.com28 Nov 2003

International Mohammed Sarwar scored a brace of goals in the Pakistan team's 5-1 win over the Indian sailors.

Somalia: 13 sailors rescued

Somalia: 13 sailors rescued

Rediff.com21 Oct 2008

Armed Somali men, helping out coast-guards in the African waters, have managed to free an Indian cargo ship with 13 sailors on board, after it was hijacked by pirates off the northern coast of Somalia.

3 sailors injured as oxygen cylinder explodes on board INS Nireekshak

3 sailors injured as oxygen cylinder explodes on board INS Nireekshak

Rediff.com20 Apr 2016

Three sailors were injured, including one who sustained serious injuries and his right leg has been amputated from just above the knee.

Indian Navy sailor rescued 3 days after his boat was damaged in storm

Indian Navy sailor rescued 3 days after his boat was damaged in storm

Rediff.com24 Sep 2018

Tomy was battling for life on the dismasted sailboat Thoriya with a severe back injury, the officials said.

What Supreme Commander Told Officers...

What Supreme Commander Told Officers...

Rediff.com28 Nov 2024

'We not only have to secure our national interests but also prepare for new national security challenges like cyber warfare and terrorism.'

Modi requests PM for security to Gujarat sailors

Modi requests PM for security to Gujarat sailors

Rediff.com31 Mar 2010

Raising concerns over Somali pirates holding hostage several Gujarati sailors, Chief Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday appealed to Prime Minister Manmohan Singh to ensure their safe release.

Mumbai: Rescued Pakistani sailors fly back home

Mumbai: Rescued Pakistani sailors fly back home

Rediff.com27 Jun 2011

The five Pakistani sailors, staying at a police station in south Mumbai after being rescued by Indian Navy in the high seas in March, flew to their country on Monday evening, the police said.

Time Services Acted On Modi Diktat!

Time Services Acted On Modi Diktat!

Rediff.com16 Dec 2024

Almost five years later, the three services have still not fully understood that joint/theatre commands are not a discussion point; they are the prime minister's diktat on a military reform measure that is in line with what armed forces around the world have implemented, points out Ajai Shukla.

Ten Indian SARS suspects in HK cleared

Ten Indian SARS suspects in HK cleared

Rediff.com4 May 2003

After the 10 seamen, who were taken to Hong Kong's Princess Margaret hospital, underwent screening including chest X-rays and blood tests, doctors said there was nothing to worry.

Qatar frees all 8 Indian Navy veterans, Modi to visit Doha on 14th

Qatar frees all 8 Indian Navy veterans, Modi to visit Doha on 14th

Rediff.com12 Feb 2024

Qatar has released eight jailed former Indian Navy personnel and seven of them returned home early Monday, 46 days after their death sentences handed last October were commuted to jail terms of varying duration.

Indian survives 13-hour ordeal in Pacific Ocean

Indian survives 13-hour ordeal in Pacific Ocean

Rediff.com15 Oct 2004

Gurjit Singh, working on the 480-foot Tatiana L, a freighter from Cyprus, fell off the cargo ship after it left Port Everglades in Florida on Tuesday night.\n\n

Women in defence forces to get same leave as officers

Women in defence forces to get same leave as officers

Rediff.com5 Nov 2023

The defence ministry on Sunday said the decision is in line with Singh's vision of "inclusive participation" of all women in the armed forces, irrespective of their ranks.

How sailor Nethra charted her journey to Olympics

How sailor Nethra charted her journey to Olympics

Rediff.com9 Apr 2021

'I've been working hard for this for the past 18 months and away from home for a long time...and it is good to know that it all paid off and the event is done and we've got what we came for'

MEA says it's working on evacuation of 70 sailors stranded in Yemen

MEA says it's working on evacuation of 70 sailors stranded in Yemen

Rediff.com13 Sep 2015

India on Sunday said it is taking steps to ensure safe evacuation of its nationals from Yemen after a sailors group claimed that 70 seamen from Gujarat are stranded in the war-torn county.

Delayed Asian Games a blessing for silver-medallist Neha

Delayed Asian Games a blessing for silver-medallist Neha

Rediff.com26 Sep 2023

When the Asian Games was delayed by a year owing to the COVID-19 situation in China, it wreaked havoc with the schedule of many athletes, but for Indian sailor Neha Thakur, it proved to be a blessing in disguise.

Qatar court commutes death sentences of 8 Indian Navy veterans

Qatar court commutes death sentences of 8 Indian Navy veterans

Rediff.com28 Dec 2023

In a huge relief, an appellate court in Qatar has commuted the death sentence of eight former Indian Navy personnel, arrested in an alleged case of espionage in August 2022.

Cameron asks Modi to release sailors, but will they be freed?

Cameron asks Modi to release sailors, but will they be freed?

Rediff.com7 Dec 2015

British Prime Minister David Cameron recently asked Prime Minister Narendra Modi's help to send back six British sailors who have been in Tamil Nadu for two years.

Navy sailors arrested for molestation charges

Navy sailors arrested for molestation charges

Rediff.com13 Sep 2010

Three Indian Navy sailors have been arrested for allegedly molesting three girls and assaulting policemen when they intervened, police said on Monday.