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marine news

An ideal blend of nature & cityscape: Why Taiwan should be your next travel fix

Snorkelling with sea turtles and exploring the marine life at Xiaoliuqiu Island remains one of the best experiences in Taiwan
Updated on Jun 12, 2026 02:26 pm IST

Daniel Montano: 5 things about Marine stabbed in Wilmington; GoFundMe set up

Daniel Montano was a US Marine stabbed during a brawl in Wilmington, North Carolina.
Updated on Apr 10, 2026 06:27 am IST

Why 2200 US Marines, 3 warships are being sent to the Middle East amid Iran war

A US Marine Expeditionary Unit with thousands of Marines and advanced aircraft is heading to the Middle East.
Updated on Mar 13, 2026 11:11 pm IST

Ship insurers Skuld, Gard cancel war risk covers due to Iran conflict

The cancellations will take effect from March 5.
Updated on Mar 02, 2026 10:49 am IST

Atmanirbharta in India's shipbuilding requires indigenous marine engines

The bouquet of initiatives has started attracting major global shipbuilding companies to joint ventures with Indian shipping companies, which is bound to create massive employment opportunities and investment multiplier effects. (AFP)
Published on Oct 31, 2025 04:44 pm IST

5 things about Thomas Sanford, Nigel Edge, US marines accused of mass shootings

Thomas Sanford served from June 2004 to 2008, while Nigel Edge served in the US Marines from September 2003 to June 2009
Published on Sept 29, 2025 11:18 am IST

Why blue whales are going eerily silent. Scientists raise alarm

Scientists have warned that blue whales are going silent
Published on Aug 06, 2025 09:12 pm IST

India approves Russian insurers to provide marine cover to oil bearing ships

India has approved three Russian insurers to provide marine cover to ships arriving at Indian ports.
Published on May 13, 2025 07:48 pm IST

Why experts chose to euthanize the beached whale on Hilton Head Island

The whale, a juvenile pygmy sperm whale, was discovered resting still on the island's northern shore.
Published on May 06, 2025 12:45 am IST

World's largest ship, which survived a war, met its end in India

Seawise Giant was primarily used for the transportation of crude oil between the United States and the Middle East in 1980s.
Updated on May 04, 2025 04:23 pm IST

Rare orphaned walrus calf survived Arctic rescue with cuddles

Uki was just weeks old when she was found dehydrated and malnourished.
Published on Apr 12, 2025 01:22 pm IST

Deranged sea lion, poisoned by toxic algae, launches terrifying attack on surfer

Explorer Rj LaMendola shared details of the terrifying encounter in a Facebook post.
Published on Mar 27, 2025 06:16 pm IST

Octopus hitches ride on one of the ocean’s fastest sharks in stunning encounter

Many in the comments called them 'sharktopus.'
Updated on Mar 22, 2025 03:03 pm IST

Spring break at sea: 11 hottest Caribbean boating destinations you can’t miss

Sun, sea and sailing: 11 best boating destinations for an epic spring break.
Updated on Feb 02, 2025 03:37 pm IST

Marine who danced with Vance at inaugural ball says VP joked to ‘break the ice’

Vice President JD Vance dances with a service member at the Commander in Chief Ball, part of the 60th Presidential Inauguration, Monday, Jan. 20, 2025, in Washington. (AP Photo/Evan Vucci)
Published on Jan 23, 2025 07:42 pm IST

One year on, High Seas treaty in the shallows

Marine life (HT photo sourced)
Published on Sept 20, 2024 12:43 pm IST

US Marines ‘humiliated’ & assaulted in Turkey by Nationalist Youth Group: Watch

The video uploaded on social media shows US Marines dressed in civilian attire shouting for help while being attacked by a mob of anti-American men.
Updated on Sept 03, 2024 03:00 pm IST

Travelling to US beaches during Memorial Day weekend? Look out for sharks

Travelling to US beaches during Memorial Day weekend? Holiday beachgoers advised to look out for white sharks
Published on May 25, 2024 09:22 am IST

100 new marine species including mystery creature discovered in New Zealand

The team collected 1,800 samples from a depth of about five kilometres.
Published on Mar 13, 2024 04:55 pm IST

How West African countries are using technology to save marine environment

The Gulf of Guinea – a coastal region that stretches from Senegal to Angola – is endowed with vast reserves of hydrocarbon, mineral and fisheries resources. (Representational picture)
Published on Mar 07, 2024 11:35 am IST

The perils of a Le Pen presidency

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Marine Le Pen, member of parliament and president of the French far-right National Rally (Rassemblement National - RN) party parliamentary group, attends the questions to the government session at the National Assembly in Paris, France, February 13, 2024. REUTERS/Gonzalo Fuentes
Published on Feb 29, 2024 08:42 pm IST

World Jellyfish Day 2023: Date, history and significance

World Jellyfish Day 2023: Date, history and significance
Published on Nov 01, 2023 08:47 am IST

World Maritime Day 2023: Date, history, theme and significance

World Maritime Day holds immense significance as it serves as a global platform for recognizing and celebrating the pivotal role of the maritime industry.
Published on Sept 27, 2023 03:25 pm IST

World Snorkeling Day 2023: Date, history significance and all you need to know

World Snorkeling Day inspires people to get outside, appreciate marine life.
Updated on Jul 29, 2023 03:10 pm IST

NSG commandos, Marcos to guard G20 meet venue in Srinagar

Personnel of paramilitary forces patrol along the banks of Dal Lake in Srinagar on Wednesday. (AFP)
Updated on May 03, 2023 11:16 pm IST

U.P’s first fish repository comes up in Lucknow

A view of the specimens at teh museum (Sourced)
Updated on Apr 12, 2023 10:39 pm IST

Marine heatwaves are sweeping seafloor around North America

Marine heatwaves have become about 50% more frequent over the past decade.
Published on Mar 16, 2023 04:27 pm IST

Marine predators, animals that are small, can fly perceive time fastest: Study

A dragon fly sits on a twig at Gardens by the Bay in Singapore.
Published on Jan 03, 2023 03:50 pm IST

Dolphin cruises help Istanbul treasure its Bosphorus bottlenoses

Dolphin cruises help Istanbul treasure its Bosphorus bottlenoses
Updated on Jul 29, 2024 06:50 pm IST

Policies and People | Are marine heatwaves affecting India’s monsoons?

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Marine heatwaves are periods of extremely high temperatures in the ocean, which leads to coral bleaching, seagrass destruction, and loss of kelp forests, affecting the fisheries sector adversely. 
Updated on Mar 25, 2022 06:22 pm IST