Cyber Slavery Racket Exposed In India A major cyber slavery racket has shocked India after police arrested an ex-merchant navy officer for allegedly sending Indians to Cambodia and Thailand through fake job offers. The accused reportedly trapped youngsters in cyber scam centres and forced them to commit online fraud. Police identified the accused as Nagesh […]
Indian Merchant Navy officer Manish Dwivedi has gone missing after he was last seen on May 7, 2026, at a port in the United States. The case has raised concern among his family, friends, and the maritime community. Manish Dwivedi belongs to Mirzapur district in Uttar Pradesh. He worked as a Second Officer on the
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Merchant Navy Officer From Rajasthan On Vessel Seized By Iran became a major headline after Iranian forces reportedly intercepted an India-bound container vessel carrying multinational crew members. A Merchant Navy officer from Rajasthan was also onboard the ship. The incident raised serious concerns across India’s maritime sector and renewed fears about the safety of commercial
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Tensions in the Middle East escalated sharply after Two Indian Tankers Shot By Iran Navy in the strategic Strait of Hormuz. The two Indian-linked vessels — Jag Arnav and Sanmar Herald — reportedly came under gunfire from Iranian naval forces while transiting the narrow waterway. The incident has triggered global concern over maritime security and
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Introduction Indian Captain Killed, Iran Attacks Oil Tanker in Oman has become one of the most shocking maritime incidents during the ongoing tensions in the Middle East. The oil tanker MT Skylight was attacked near the coast of Oman, close to the strategic Strait of Hormuz. The attack resulted in the tragic death of Captain
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Introduction Cargo Ship Mayuree Naree Attacked in the Strait of Hormuz quickly became a major maritime security incident in March 2026. The Thai-flagged bulk carrier MV Mayuree Naree came under attack while sailing through the strategic Strait of Hormuz. As a result, global attention shifted toward the safety of commercial shipping in the region. Moreover,
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Introduction The Strait of Hormuz, one of the most critical maritime chokepoints in the world, has become the center of global attention after the escalation of the Iran–Israel War 2026. This growing conflict has triggered what many analysts are calling the Strait of Hormuz Crisis, raising serious concerns about global energy security and maritime trade.
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Celebrating a Happy New Year at sea is a unique experience that only seafarers truly understand. While the world on shore welcomes the new year with fireworks, family gatherings, and celebrations, thousands of sailors greet the new year from the deck of a ship, surrounded by endless water and distant stars. Yet, despite the isolation,
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Safe navigation at sea depends heavily on the ability to detect and avoid other vessels. To support navigators, modern ships use ARPA (Automatic Radar Plotting Aid). ARPA is an advanced radar-based system that automatically tracks targets and helps officers assess collision risks. Understanding how ARPA works and why it is important is essential for every
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Performance Standards of ECDIS 1. Use of Official Electronic Navigational Charts (ENCs) ECDIS must use official ENCs approved by hydrographic authorities. 🔹 Simple meaning:Only government-approved digital charts can be used for navigation. 2. Accurate Ship Position Display ECDIS must show the ship’s position accurately using GPS or other sensors. 🔹 Simple meaning:The ship’s location on
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