At the recent meeting of heads of Asian coast guards where India plays a critical role, the participants held significant and extensive discussions on important issues such as maritime law enforcement, and preventing illicit trafficking of drugs, humans and weapons smugglings at sea.
The coastal areas of Tamil Nadu including Dhanushkodi, Mukundarayar Chatram, and Arichal Munai located at the southern tip of the Rameswaram island in Ramanathapuram district have been witnessing an increase in wind speed and rough seas for the past four days.
New Delhi [India], September 7: Mahabalipuram, a town steeped in cultural heritage and nestled along the serene coast, is on the brink of a remarkable transformation, reminiscent of Sholinganallur's journey. Central to this transformation is the highly anticipated Chennai Peripheral Ring Roa
Beijing [China], September 7: Yantai is always known for its beautiful coastline and appealing islands. Embracing both modern and traditional cultures, the coastal city awaits visitors to explore.
In the meeting coast guard heads of 17 Asian countries, Hong Kong and two international organisations, The United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC) and the Regional Cooperation Agreement on Combating Piracy and Armed Robbery against Ships in Asia (ReCAAP) participated in the meeti
"In a swift anti-poaching operation, the Indian Coast Guard confiscated approximately 71 kg Sea Cucumber near Uchipuli sea shore and handed over the seized contraband to the forest department for legal formalities," officials of the Indian Coast Guard said.
On Monday, the National Meteorological Center (NMC) issued a yellow alert for typhoon and heavy rains, the third highest in its four-tier warning system.
Four astronauts on Monday returned home from a six-month stay on the International Space Station, making a splashdown landing aboard their SpaceX Crew Dragon capsule off the coast of Florida, CNN reported.
The 135th meeting of the Offshore Security Coordination Committee (OSCC) was held at Ahmedabad on Friday under the chairmanship of Director General Indian Coast Guard Rakesh Pal to review the preparedness and effectiveness of the security of India's offshore installations.
The 135th meeting of the Offshore Security Coordination Committee (OSCC) is scheduled to be held at Ahmedabad on September 1, for reviewing the preparedness of India's offshore installations, Indian Coast Guard officials said on Wednesday.
Hurricane Idalia is forecasted to be an "extremely dangerous" Category 4 storm when it makes landfall early on Wednesday (US time), according to the updated advisory from the National Hurricane Center.