India  

Oil tanker catches fire off Gujarat after drone attack; India sends ships to rescue vessel with 20 Indians

IndiaTimes Saturday, 23 December 2023
A merchant vessel carrying crude caught fire in a suspected drone attack off the Gujarat coast. The vessel, MV Chem Pluto, is a Liberia-flagged tanker affiliated with Israel. The crew of 20 Indians and 1 Vietnamese have been reported safe. The Indian Navy and Coast Guard have deployed surveillance aircraft, naval warships, and Coast Guard vessels to provide assistance. The ship is being re-routed to Mumbai due to steering issues. The suspected attack occurred amidst tensions between Israel and Hamas, with speculation of Iran-backed Houthi involvement.
0
shares
ShareTweetSavePostSend
 
Video Credit: Oneindia - Published
News video: Oil Tanker Bound for India Targeted by Drone in the Red Sea, Houthi Rebels Blamed| Oneindia News

Oil Tanker Bound for India Targeted by Drone in the Red Sea, Houthi Rebels Blamed| Oneindia News 02:01

In the Red Sea, a Gabon-flagged tanker carrying an Indian crew was struck by a Houthi attack drone aimed at India. The US responded to the distress call, revealing this incident followed an earlier attack near India, initially attributed to Iran. The Pentagon blames Iran for attacks linked to Houthi...

You Might Like


💡 newsR Knowledge: Other News Mentions

Gujarat Gujarat State in western India

Weather update: IMD predicts light to moderate rain in Delhi-NCR, heavy rainfall in these states; check full forecast

The IMD said that Kerala will receive fairly widespread rainfall accompanied by thunderstorms, lightning and gusty winds during the next five days due to the..
DNA

Rahul Gandhi attacks BJP over viral video from Gujarat's Bharuch, says, 'disease of unemployment...'

His remarks came over the incident of a stampede-like situation witnessed after some 800 people turned up for walk-in interviews held by a firm for 40 vacancies..
DNA

Israel Israel Country in West Asia

WATCH: Displaced Palestinians make their way back to destroyed Tal al-Hawa [Video]

WATCH: Displaced Palestinians make their way back to destroyed Tal al-Hawa

Displaced Palestinians made their ways back to Gaza City's Tal al-Hawa after the withdrawal of Israeli troops from parts of the area.

Credit: euronews (in English)    Duration: 01:00Published
Iran Condemns Israeli Crimes in Gaza Camps, Unhappy with Arab Nations' Silence: 'Shameful Stain' [Video]

Iran Condemns Israeli Crimes in Gaza Camps, Unhappy with Arab Nations' Silence: 'Shameful Stain'

Iran's interim president Mohammad Mokhber condemns Israel's intensified attacks on Gaza, criticizing global inaction. Explore the latest developments, casualties, and international responses to the ongoing crisis. #Iran #Israel #Gaza #MiddleEast #InternationalRelations #HumanitarianCrisis

Credit: Oneindia    Duration: 03:15Published

Lammy calls for Gaza ceasefire in first trip to Israel as foreign secretary

David Lammy has said he hopes to see a hostage deal emerge "in the coming days" and called for an immediate ceasefire in Gaza during his first trip to Israel and..
Sky News
Israeli Warplanes Target Refugee Camps: Tragedy in Gaza as 15 Lives Lost, 80 Injured | Oneindia News [Video]

Israeli Warplanes Target Refugee Camps: Tragedy in Gaza as 15 Lives Lost, 80 Injured | Oneindia News

Israeli forces strike a UN-run school in Nuseirat refugee camp, Gaza, resulting in tragic casualties. This incident has sparked international condemnation and renewed calls for peace in the region. #Israel #Gaza #UNRWA #PalestinianRefugees #MiddleEastConflict #HumanRights #InternationalLaw #GazaWar

Credit: Oneindia    Duration: 04:17Published
Yemeni Armed Forces Retaliate: Strike Israeli Ship, Military Sites in Response to al-Mawasi Massacre [Video]

Yemeni Armed Forces Retaliate: Strike Israeli Ship, Military Sites in Response to al-Mawasi Massacre

In a significant escalation, the Yemeni Armed Forces have announced two bold operations in response to the Mawasi massacre in Khan Younis. Yemeni forces targeted the Israeli ship "MSC UNIFIC" in the Gulf of Aden with ballistic missiles and drones and carried out drone strikes on multiple Israeli military sites in Eilat. This aggressive stance underscores Yemen's commitment to support the Palestinian people and their readiness to conduct joint operations with other parties against Israeli aggression. Watch to understand the full impact and implications of these developments. #YemenStrikes #GazaMassacre #MiddleEastConflict #YemenVsIsrael #PalestineSupport #KhanYounis #EilatStrike #BreakingNews #MilitaryOperations #BallisticMissiles #DroneAttacks ~PR.274~HT.318~GR.121~ED.141~

Credit: Oneindia    Duration: 03:09Published

Liberia Liberia Country in West Africa

‘Liberia’s Roza Ship Attacked!’: Houthi Forces Vow Continued Ship Strikes Until End of Gaza War [Video]

‘Liberia’s Roza Ship Attacked!’: Houthi Forces Vow Continued Ship Strikes Until End of Gaza War

Yemen's forces struck Israeli and U.S. ships in support of Palestinians facing an "Israeli genocidal war" in Gaza and in retaliation for U.S. aggression. They vowed operations to continue until the Gaza assault and blockade end. Recent U.S.-British attacks in Yemen killed 16, wounded 40. #Yemen #HouthiForces #Israel #US #Palestine #BritishShips #Palestineattack #YahyaSaree #worldnews #Oneindia #Oneindianews ~PR.320~ED.101~GR.125~HT.96~

Credit: Oneindia    Duration: 03:04Published

Indian Navy Indian Navy Maritime service branch of the Indian Armed Forces

Indian Navy's P-8I aircraft joins RIMPAC 2024 in Hawaii for multinational Naval exercise

India has joined the Rim of the Pacific Exercise (RIMPAC), hosted by the US Pacific Fleet in Hawaii. RIMPAC, held biennially, is considered "the world's largest..
IndiaTimes

Coast guard Coast guard Maritime security organization

China Blames Philippines For Ship Collision In South China Sea, Manila Denies The Accusation [Video]

China Blames Philippines For Ship Collision In South China Sea, Manila Denies The Accusation

A significant maritime incident occurred on Monday, intensifying tensions between China and the Philippines. A collision between a Chinese Coast Guard vessel and a Philippine navy boat has led to conflicting narratives from the two nations, highlighting the ongoing territorial disputes in the region. The collision took place as the Philippine naval vessel attempted a resupply run to the BRP Sierra Madre, an antiquated tank landing vessel grounded intentionally on the Second Thomas Shoal since 1999. This vessel, originally constructed for the US Navy during World War II, now serves as a critical outpost for the Philippine military. #SouthChinaSea #MaritimeDispute #Philippines #China #ShipCollision #TerritorialConflict #BRPSierraMadre #SecondThomasShoal #CoastGuard #Navy #Geopolitics #RegionalTensions #InternationalRelations #FreedomOfNavigation #SouthEastAsia ~PR.152~ED.194~GR.125~HT.96~

Credit: Oneindia    Duration: 03:01Published

Mumbai Mumbai Capital of Maharashtra, India

Mumbai to witness heavy to very heavy rainfall today, check full weather forecast here

The IMD has issued an orange alert for Mumbai and a red alert for Satara, Kolhapur, Sindhudurg, and Ratnagiri.
DNA
Anant Ambani, son of Asia's richest man, gets married in lavish wedding in Mumbai [Video]

Anant Ambani, son of Asia's richest man, gets married in lavish wedding in Mumbai

The four-day wedding celebrations began on Friday with the traditional Hindu wedding ceremony and will be followed by a grand reception that’s expected to run throughout the weekend.

Credit: euronews (in English)    Duration: 01:02Published

PM Narendra Modi arrives at Anant Ambani-Radhika Merchant's Shubh Aashirwad in Mumbai

Prime Minister Narendra Modi arrives at the Shubh Aashirwad ceremony of Anant Ambani and Radhika Merchant in Mumbai on Saturday.
DNA

'Silenced those...': PM Modi says 8 crore new jobs created in last 4 years

PM Modi was felicitated by Chief Minister Eknath Shinde, Deputy Chief Ministers Devendra Fadnavis and Ajit Pawar at the NESCO Exhibition Centre, Goregaon in..
DNA

Hamas Hamas Palestinian political and military organization

Hamas says ceasefire talks still ongoing, military chief Deif alive [Video]

Hamas says ceasefire talks still ongoing, military chief Deif alive

Credit: FRANCE 24 English    Duration: 01:48Published
Israel's Brutal Attack on Hamas, Commander Deif Survives Israeli Assassination Bid in Gaza [Video]

Israel's Brutal Attack on Hamas, Commander Deif Survives Israeli Assassination Bid in Gaza

Mohammed Deif, the military commander of the Palestinian Hamas resistance group, has reportedly survived an Israeli attempt to assassinate him at the al-Mawasi camp in southern Gaza. A senior Hamas official confirmed Deif's well-being and stated that he is actively overseeing military operations against Israeli forces. The incident occurred during an Israeli military attack on a designated humanitarian safe zone in the same area, resulting in the deaths of at least 90 Palestinians and injuries to 300 others. This attack has been identified as the deadliest in Gaza in recent weeks, escalating tensions in the region. #hamasterroristkilled #israelattcksgaza #al-qassambrigade #ONEINDIA #OEINDIANEWS ~ED.155~ED.155~GR.124~

Credit: Oneindia    Duration: 03:03Published
At least 14 Palestinians killed in Israeli strike on UNRWA-run school in Gaza [Video]

At least 14 Palestinians killed in Israeli strike on UNRWA-run school in Gaza

Israel's Defence Minister Yoav Gallant told troops that Hamas was being worn down but pursuit of the group will "continue for years".

Credit: euronews (in English)    Duration: 02:20Published
Hezbollah strikes back: 10 retaliatory operations target against Israeli military sites [Video]

Hezbollah strikes back: 10 retaliatory operations target against Israeli military sites

Hezbollah, the Lebanese resistance movement, has conducted 10 operations targeting Israeli military positions in response to ongoing Israeli attacks on both Lebanon and the Gaza Strip. Hezbollah and Israel have engaged in a series of intense confrontations since early October, sparked by a significant escalation in Gaza. This followed a surprise operation by the Hamas resistance group, leading to deadly exchanges of fire between the two sides. HASH TAGS- #HEZBOLLAHSTRIKES #HEJBOLLAHWARINGTOISRAEL #ISRAELHAMASWAR #ONEINDIANEWS #ONEINDIA ~HT.97~ED.346~

Credit: Oneindia    Duration: 03:18Published
Netanyahu says 'no absolute certainty' Hamas deputy killed in Al Mawasi strike [Video]

Netanyahu says 'no absolute certainty' Hamas deputy killed in Al Mawasi strike

58-year-old Mohamed Deif has survived seven Israeli assassination attempts, the most recent in 2021. He’s been at the top of Israel's most wanted list for decades and is believed to be one of the chief architects of the October 7 Hamas incursion into Israel.

Credit: euronews (in English)    Duration: 01:00Published

Houthi movement Houthi movement Islamist political and military organization in Yemen

Houthis Strike Fear into U.S Navy: Devastating Blitz Shake Pilots, Forcing to 'Retreat' from Red Sea [Video]

Houthis Strike Fear into U.S Navy: Devastating Blitz Shake Pilots, Forcing to 'Retreat' from Red Sea

US Navy fighter pilots came home to Virginia feeling relieved Friday after months of shooting down Houthi-launched missiles and drones off Yemen's coast in the most intense running sea battle the Navy has faced since World War II.F/A-18 Super Hornets swooped over waiting families in a low formation before landing at their base in Virginia Beach. #HouthisStrike #REDSEASKIRMISH #ISRAELHAMASWAR #ONEINDIA #ONEINDIANEWS ~HT.178~ED.346~PR.274~GR.124~

Credit: Oneindia    Duration: 03:49Published
Israeli Ship 'Chrysalis' Wrecked by Houthis in Red Sea | Ansarullah's Warning As Gaza Burns| Watch [Video]

Israeli Ship 'Chrysalis' Wrecked by Houthis in Red Sea | Ansarullah's Warning As Gaza Burns| Watch

Yemen's armed forces have escalated their attacks in the Red Sea, targeting the ship "Charysalis" with missiles and drones. These strikes are part of Yemen's retaliation against Israel's actions in Gaza and support for Palestinians. Yemen vows to continue such operations until the Gaza siege ends. The attacks have significantly disrupted global shipping, forcing vessels to reroute around Africa. Meanwhile, large-scale demonstrations in Yemen show public support for Gaza. #Yemen #HouthiRebels #RedSeaAttack #Charysalis #Gazattack #Gazawar #IsraelPalestine #IsraelYemen #HouthiAttackIsrael #RedSeaAttack #Worldnews #Warnews #Oneindia #Oneindianews ~HT.178~PR.320~ED.103~GR.344~

Credit: Oneindia    Duration: 03:25Published
166 Houthi Blitz & Counting: U.S., UK Panic as Yemen's Ballistic Missiles Devastate Israeli Vessels [Video]

166 Houthi Blitz & Counting: U.S., UK Panic as Yemen's Ballistic Missiles Devastate Israeli Vessels

In this video, we delve into the recent statements made by Abdul-Malik al-Houthi, leader of the Ansarullah movement, regarding Yemen's maritime operations. Houthi claims that US and UK naval forces are fearful of Yemen's ballistic missile capabilities and highlights the significant impact of Yemeni strikes against Israeli-affiliated vessels. We explore the broader implications of these actions, the ongoing conflict in Gaza, and Houthi's call for global solidarity with Palestine. Stay tuned for an in-depth analysis of these critical developments! #Houthi #Yemen #IsraeliConflict #BallisticMissiles #Gaza #USNavy #UKNavy #Palestine #MiddleEast #ResistanceMovement ~HT.97~PR.274~ED.194~

Credit: Oneindia    Duration: 03:02Published
UK's New PM On Israel-Hamas War: What Changes for Hamas and Houthis and Hezbollah? Oneindia News [Video]

UK's New PM On Israel-Hamas War: What Changes for Hamas and Houthis and Hezbollah? Oneindia News

Keir Starmer, the new Prime Minister of the United Kingdom, has taken a definitive stance on the ongoing Israel-Hamas conflict. This pivotal change in leadership raises questions about the future strategies and implications for Hamas, the Houthis, and Hezbollah. Join us as we delve into how the UK's foreign policy under Starmer might impact these groups and the broader geopolitical landscape in the Middle East. Stay tuned for an in-depth analysis of what lies ahead. #KeirStarmer #UKPrimeMinister #IsraelHamasConflict #MiddleEastPolitics #Hamas #Houthis #Hezbollah #ForeignPolicy #OneindiaNews ~PR.274~ED.101~HT.95~

Credit: Oneindia    Duration: 02:14Published
Houthis Drop Scathing Rap Mocking Netanyahu, Biden, and Sunak Amid Tensions Over Gaza| Watch [Video]

Houthis Drop Scathing Rap Mocking Netanyahu, Biden, and Sunak Amid Tensions Over Gaza| Watch

The Houthi rebels have released a provocative music video titled "Ship, Ship 2024," mocking Israel and its allies, particularly the U.S. and U.K. The high-budget production features characters resembling Netanyahu, Biden, and Sunak, satirizing the Gaza conflict and tensions in the Red Sea. The video concludes with a warning that "no ship will be spared," highlighting the Houthis' ongoing attacks on shipping lanes since November, which they claim are in solidarity with Palestinians. #HouthiRebels #HouthiAttack #YemenRebels #YahyaSaree #Biden #Sunak #Netanyahu #HouthiAttack #Worldnews #Oneindia #Oneindianews ~HT.97~PR.320~ED.155~

Credit: Oneindia    Duration: 03:08Published

Related videos from verified sources

Ships under siege: Indian Navy deploys warships in Arabian Sea | MV Chem Pluto attack | Oneindia [Video]

Ships under siege: Indian Navy deploys warships in Arabian Sea | MV Chem Pluto attack | Oneindia

The Indian Navy has deployed three stealth-guided missile destroyers to the Arabian Sea in response to an attack on the vessel MV Chem Pluto. It is a Japan-owned chemical tanker with ties to Israel...

Credit: Oneindia     Duration: 03:33Published
US accuses Iran of drone strike on tanker in Indian Ocean | BBC News [Video]

US accuses Iran of drone strike on tanker in Indian Ocean | BBC News

US accuses Iran of drone strike on tanker in Indian Ocean | BBC News #BBCNews

Credit: Rumble     Duration: 02:16Published
Iran rejects ‘baseless’ US claim about Iran targeting chemical tanker off Indian coast | Oneindia [Video]

Iran rejects ‘baseless’ US claim about Iran targeting chemical tanker off Indian coast | Oneindia

On December 25, an Iranian foreign ministry spokesperson dismissed the Pentagon's assertion of Iran's involvement in an alleged attack on a chemical ship off the coast of India as "groundless." This..

Credit: Oneindia     Duration: 03:06Published