Indian Ocean

Ocean bounded by Asia, Africa and Australia

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The Indian Ocean is the third-largest of the world's five oceanic divisions, covering 70,560,000 km² (27,240,000 sq mi) or ~20% of the water on Earth's surface. It is bounded by Asia to the north, Africa to the west and Australia to the east. To the south it is bounded by the Southern Ocean, or Antarctica, depending on the definition in use. Along its core, the Indian Ocean has large marginal, or regional seas, such as the Arabian Sea, Laccadive Sea, Bay of Bengal and Andaman Sea.

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Indian Navy's Heroic Rescue Mission: Saves 23 Pakistanis from Hijacked Iranian Ship \| Oneindia News Witness the incredible bravery of the Indian Navy as they intercept and rescue 23 Pakistani crew members from a hijacked Iranian fishing vessel, FV AI-Kambar. Join us as we delve into the daring.. Credit: Oneindia Duration: 01:49Published 3 weeks ago

WATCH: Aftermath of deadly cyclone Gamane in Madagascar The storm killed 18 people and left four missing after making landfall on the north of the Indian Ocean island nation earlier this week, authorities said on Friday. Credit: euronews (in English) Duration: 01:00Published 3 weeks ago

Cyclone Gamane: Tropical storm strikes Madagascar, thousands affected\| Multiple casualties\| Oneindia Northern Madagascar has been devastated by Cyclone Gamane, with officials confirming a toll of at least 11 fatalities and the destruction of countless homes. Originally expected to bypass the island as.. Credit: Oneindia Duration: 02:09Published 3 weeks ago

SpaceX's Third Test of Its Starship Succeeds Ahead of Crewed Lunar Mission SpaceX's Third Test of Its , Starship Succeeds Ahead, of Crewed Lunar Mission. 'The Independent' reports that SpaceX's third test of its Starship has ended successfully, with the spacecraft falling.. Credit: Wibbitz Top Stories Duration: 01:30Published on March 14, 2024

Chinese Surveillance Ships in the Indian Ocean Spark Speculations About their Agenda \| Oneindia News Discover the latest developments in the Indian Ocean as Chinese surveillance vessels, Xiang Yang Hong 01 and Xiang Yang Hong 03, make their presence known. While one ship heads towards Colombo, the.. Credit: Oneindia Duration: 02:14Published on March 11, 2024

Indian Navy Saves 21 Crew Members After Houtis Attacked Ship in Gulf of Aden\| Oneindia News The Indian Navy rescued 21 crew members, including an Indian national, from the True Confidence bulk carrier after it was hit by a missile in the Gulf of Aden. The US confirmed three fatalities in the.. Credit: Oneindia Duration: 02:15Published on March 7, 2024

French overseas territory of Mayotte moves hundreds of refugees to mainland France The Indian Ocean archipelago has dispatched more than 300 East African migrants as local residents voice strong opposition to illegal immigration. Credit: euronews (in English) Duration: 01:00Published on February 28, 2024

China’s Xiang Yang Hong 03 vessel arrives in Maldives amid india's security concerns \| Oneindia News A Chinese research ship, Xiang Yang Hong 03, has arrived in the Maldives, causing renewed concerns in the region and raising questions about its activities in the Indian Ocean. #XiangYangHong03.. Credit: Oneindia Duration: 02:39Published on February 22, 2024

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India, Thailand discuss measures to strengthen Navy-to-Navy cooperation The two sides also held discussions on the present situation in the Indian Ocean region, with emphasis on the Red Sea and Gulf of Aden and the need for collaborative efforts towards ensuring peace,.. IndiaTimes - Published 3 weeks ago
Will take affirmative action to ensure safer Indian Ocean Region: Navy chief Admiral R Hari Kumar on anti-piracy ops IndiaTimes - Published on March 23, 2024
Navy monitoring entry of another Chinese 'research' vessel into Indian Ocean Region The Chinese ship, Yuan Wang 03, has approached the IOR at a time when India has issued another NOTAM (notice to airmen) with a long no-fly zone over the Bay of Bengal for a possible ballistic missile.. IndiaTimes - Published on March 22, 2024

Conflict in Middle East threatens maritime safety in Indian Ocean, says Indian diplomat The ongoing conflict between Israel and Hamas has impacted the safety of maritime commercial traffic in the Indian Ocean, with attacks occurring near India. This situation affects India's energy and.. IndiaTimes - Published on January 24, 2024
'Beijing requested that ...': Maldives govt's statement after Chinese vessel's 'port call' stirs concerns Maldives on Tuesday reacted to media reports about a Chinese research vessel heading towards Male, saying that Beijing had formally requested for a diplomatic clearance for its ship.The Maldivian.. IndiaTimes - Published on January 23, 2024
Pull out military staff by March 15, says Maldives Maldives President Mohamed Muizzu has set a deadline of March 15 for withdrawal of Indian military personnel - who operate two Indian naval choppers and a Dornier aircraft in the archipelago - from his.. IndiaTimes - Published on January 14, 2024

'Don't necessarily take what comes in foreign media at face value': Jaishankar rebuts claims of democracy sliding in India External affairs minister S Jaishankar criticized foreign media for practicing multiple standards and pushing a certain narrative of India's democracy. He emphasized the need to judge their motives and.. IndiaTimes - Published on January 2, 2024
75% of INS Imphal's desi content symbol of self-reliance: Rajnath Singh India's growing economic and strategic power, a net security provider in the Indian Ocean region, has filled some forces with jealousy and hatred, says defence minister Rajnath Singh. The commissioning.. IndiaTimes - Published on December 27, 2023
'We will find them from depth of seas': Rajnath Singh condemns drone attacks on merchant navy ships in Indian Ocean 'The Indian Navy has increased surveillance on the sea. Whoever has carried out this attack, we will find them even if it is from the seabed. Those behind these attacks would be brought to justice,".. DNA - Published on December 26, 2023
Iranian drone behind attack on chemical tanker in Indian Ocean, Pentagon says A drone launched from Iran was responsible for an attack on a chemical tanker in the Indian Ocean on Saturday, the US Department of Defence has said. Sky News - Published on December 23, 2023

French President Emmanuel Macron replaces US counterpart Joe Biden as chief guest for R-day parade next year French President Emmanuel Macron will be the chief guest at the Republic Day parade next month, replacing US President Joe Biden who declined the invite. This will be the sixth time a French leader.. IndiaTimes - Published on December 22, 2023
Pirates strike Spanish navy ship: Indian Navy takes swift action in Arabian Sea hijacking crisis Indian Navy swiftly responds to hijacking of Malta-flagged vessel MV Ruen in Arabian Sea; naval warship intercepts hijacked vessel; Spanish navy ship races towards suspected hijacked commercial vessel.. IndiaTimes - Published on December 16, 2023
India announces $250 million agriculture aid to boost ties with Kenya India and Kenya aim to boost defence, maritime, and connectivity ties. India offers a $250 million line of credit to improve Kenya's agriculture sector. The two countries sign five agreements and issue.. IndiaTimes - Published on December 6, 2023	PM Modi to host Oman Sultan next week, talks on West Asia likely The Sultan of Oman, Haitham bin Tarik, will visit India, making it the first high-profile visit by an Arab leader since the Israel-Hamas war. Oman is India's closest defence partner in the Arabian Gulf.. IndiaTimes - Published on December 4, 2023
India to add $5 billion aircraft carrier to fleet to counter China India is set to acquire its second indigenous aircraft carrier, worth around $4.8 billion, to counter China's naval presence in the Indian Ocean region. The Defense Acquisition Council, led by defense.. IndiaTimes - Published on November 28, 2023	Our future lies with ever-stronger relationship with India, new government will understand intricacies: Former Maldives President Former Maldives president Mohamed Nasheed believes the new government will maintain a strong relationship with India despite some rhetoric asking Indian troops to leave. Nasheed sees it as an.. IndiaTimes - Published on November 25, 2023
India, UK hold talks on regional security, seek to boost defence ties India and the UK on Friday discussed measures to further strengthen their defence cooperation through joint exercises, maritime domain awareness and information exchange as well as defence-industrial.. IndiaTimes - Published on November 24, 2023	Foreign Minister of Seychelles arrives in India, set to meet EAM Jaishankar Seychelles Minister for Foreign Affairs and Tourism, Louis Sylvestre Radegonde, arrived in New Delhi for an official visit. Radegonde will meet with S Jaishankar to review bilateral engagement between.. IndiaTimes - Published on November 23, 2023
India to host ‘Quad’ meet next year as China’s influence grows New Delhi will host a meeting of the Quad early next year to counter China's growing influence in the Indo-Pacific region. The partnership, consisting of Japan, India, US and Australia, aims to find.. IndiaTimes - Published on November 21, 2023	36 Tamil Nadu fishermen held by UK on September 29, released On Monday night, 36 Tamil Nadu fishermen were brought to Vizhinjam after being arrested by British vessel Grampien Endurance on September 29, around 230 nautical miles off the British Indian Ocean.. IndiaTimes - Published on November 21, 2023
China looming large, India & Australia crank up defence partnership India and Australia have held their second two-plus-two ministerial dialogue, focusing on strengthening defence and security partnerships, boosting trade and investment ties, and enhancing Indo-Pacific.. IndiaTimes - Published on November 20, 2023	IMD predicts warmer November in most parts of India amid intensifying El Nino conditions EI Nino conditions are prevailing over the Equatorial Pacific Ocean and positive Indian Ocean Dipole (IOD) conditions are prevailing over the Indian Ocean. DNA - Published on October 31, 2023
Chinese ship docks at Colombo as Beijing seeks to expand influence A Chinese research ship docked at Colombo on Wednesday likely adding to India's concerns about China's growing influence in the Indian Ocean. The arrival of Shi Yan 6 follows last year's visit by a.. IndiaTimes - Published on October 25, 2023	Cabinet ministers being sued by asylum seekers 'falsely imprisoned' on remote island Three British cabinet ministers are being sued by a group of Sri Lankan Tamil asylum seekers, who claim they are being falsely imprisoned in dangerous conditions on a small island in the Indian.. Sky News - Published on July 7, 2023
IAF fighter aircraft Su-30MKI carries out 8-hour missions in Indian Ocean Region IndiaTimes - Published on June 9, 2023	Large presence of Chinese vessels in Indian Ocean region, India keeping close watch: Navy chief There is a "large presence" of Chinese vessels in the Indian Ocean Region and India keeps a "very close watch" on the developments in the region to protect and preserve its national interests in the.. IndiaTimes - Published on April 29, 2023
India confronted Myanmar about Chinese spy post on remote island Indian government representatives at various levels have shared satellite imagery with Myanmar counterparts that they said depicted Chinese workers helping to construct what appears to be a listening.. IndiaTimes - Published on April 7, 2023	Earthquake to strike India soon? Here's what Dutch Researcher, who predicted Turkey-Syria earthquake, says In a video that has gone viral, Frank Hoogerbeets can be seen predicting about seismic activity that will start in Afghanistan and ultimately end in the Indian Ocean after crossing Pakistan and India. DNA - Published on February 7, 2023
China wants to reduce India's influence in Indian Ocean region, say papers submitted at DGPs' meet The papers presented by Indian Police Service officers at the just concluded conference of DGPs and IGPs submit that by providing huge amounts of money in the name of loans for developmental works in.. IndiaTimes - Published on January 23, 2023	Tsunami 2004: Tamil Nadu remembers victims on 18th anniversary On December 26, 2004, more than 230,000 people, mostly in southern Asia, were killed by a 100-foot-high tsunami triggered by a 9.1-magnitude earthquake beneath the Indian Ocean. IndiaTimes - Published on December 26, 2022
INS Mormugao to increase naval power in Indian Ocean: Know everything about India's new Stealth Missile Destroyer The 7,400-ton Mormugao carries cutting-edge armaments like as BrahMos supersonic cruise missiles and rocket launchers. DNA - Published on December 17, 2022	Govt approves project to tackle real-time maritime threats The government has approved a major National Maritime Domain Awareness (NMDA) project, even as the Navy keeps an eagle-eye on the expanding Chinese naval activities in the Indian Ocean Region. The.. IndiaTimes - Published on December 3, 2022
Keeping strong vigil on movements of Chinese vessels in Indian Ocean: Navy chief Admiral Hari Kumar IndiaTimes - Published on December 3, 2022	India keeping close tabs on Chinese spy vessel in Indian Ocean, while ballistic missile test planned for next week likely to be deferred IndiaTimes - Published on November 4, 2022
India's Risat-2 re-enters Earth after 13.5 years, lands in Indian Ocean near Jakarta IndiaTimes - Published on November 3, 2022	China using 'coercive' economic tools in Indian Ocean to achieve security aims: US China is using “coercive economic tools” to achieve its security aims in the Indian Ocean Region (IOR) while also not adhering to international laws and displaying a lack of transparency in its.. IndiaTimes - Published on September 23, 2022
Navy pushes for third aircraft carrier after INS Vikrant to retain edge over China in Indian Ocean Region With India’s first indigenous aircraft carrier (IAC) set to be commissioned as the 45,000-tonne INS Vikrant on September 2, the Navy believes the project for a third carrier should be launched as.. IndiaTimes - Published on August 25, 2022	With eye on Indian Ocean, China and Pakistan kick off naval, air drills to jointly deal with maritime threats All-weather friends China and Pakistan on Sunday kicked off their 'Sea Guardians-2' drills off the Shanghai coast by deploying their new high-tech naval ships and fighter jets to "jointly deal with.. IndiaTimes - Published on July 10, 2022
Indian Navy to showcase growing strength of country's defence manufacturing India-based defence attaches of around 25 countries of the Indian Ocean Region have been invited by the Navy to a two-day conclave later this month to showcase the growing strength of the Indian.. IndiaTimes - Published on July 5, 2022	After Asani, Cyclone Karim forming over Indian Ocean leads to twin threat for coastal areas Back-to-back cyclones near India can cause disturbances in the coastal areas of the country, leading to storms and heavy rains. DNA - Published on May 10, 2022
Tiger Shark Swallows Camera Which Captures Amazing Inside View Ever wonder what it'd be like to get eaten by a shark? Now you can see, and it ain't pretty. Divers plopped a cam in the sand in the Indian Ocean ... with hopes of capturing footage for a documentary.. TMZ.com - Published on April 29, 2022	First cyclone of 2022 named Asani; check IMD forecast, advisory A low pressure area that formed over the southwest Indian Ocean is expected to intensify into a cyclone this week. DNA - Published on March 17, 2022
India believes in security and growth for all in Indian Ocean region: President Kovind after reviewing naval fleet IndiaTimes - Published on February 21, 2022	Risk of devastating floods to increase in coastal areas of India, warns study Due to climate change some unusual activities can be seen in the coastal areas of ??India including Bay of Bengal, South China Sea and Indian Ocean. DNA - Published on February 7, 2022
Indian Ocean region most vital for global commerce, geopolitical stability: MEA IndiaTimes - Published on December 15, 2021	Keeping a close watch on Chinese forays into Indian Ocean: Navy chief IndiaTimes - Published on December 3, 2021
Boost to maritime power: Indian Navy to commission missile destroyer, submarine The Indian Navy will commission a guided-missile destroyer and a Kalvari-class submarine by next week in a boost to its combat capability in dealing with the rapidly changing security environment in.. IndiaTimes - Published on November 16, 2021	Eye on China, India looks to step up engagement with Indian Ocean IndiaTimes - Published on October 3, 2021
India military accelerates historic overhaul to counter China The military reorganization would create at least four theater commands: One in the west looking at Pakistan, another in the east focused on China, a maritime command for the Indian Ocean region and an.. IndiaTimes - Published on September 24, 2021	Modi speaks with Vietnam PM, says both nations share vision of rules-based Indian Ocean region Prime Minister Narendra Modi spoke with his Vietnamese counterpart Pham Minh Chinh on Saturday and noted that the Indo-Vietnam comprehensive strategic partnership can contribute to promoting regional.. IndiaTimes - Published on July 10, 2021

Indian Ocean

Ocean bounded by Asia, Africa and Australia

Indian Ocean ▸ Facts ▸ Comments ▸ News ▸ Videos

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China looming large, India & Australia crank up defence partnership

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India confronted Myanmar about Chinese spy post on remote island

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Tsunami 2004: Tamil Nadu remembers victims on 18th anniversary

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Govt approves project to tackle real-time maritime threats

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Risk of devastating floods to increase in coastal areas of India, warns study

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