Maldives assumes control of Indian chopper, civilian crew post military exit

The Maldivian defence force on Thursday said it will have operational authority over the helicopter given by India to the island nation and the civilian crew that will pilot it. IMAGE: Indian Navy......

51 soldiers have left Maldives , total withdrawal by May 10: Official

India has withdrawn 51 of its soldiers from the Maldives so far, the government has said ahead of the May 10 deadline set by President Mohamed Muizzu for the complete withdrawal of Indian military......

Get Ready To Laugh Out Loud!

The Nikon Comedy Wildlife Photography Awards has crowned its funniest photographer of the year. Milko Marchetti's side-splitting shot of a 'Stuck Squirrel' took the top prize at the Oxo Gallery in......

Indian warship rescues Iranian vessel hijacked by pirates off Somalia

Indian warship INS Sumitra on Monday ensured the safe release of an Iranian-flagged fishing vessel and its 17 crew members after it was hijacked by some pirates off the east coast of Somalia,......

'Adani has deep pockets...'

'Adani can attract vessels at a much lower cost to Vizhinjam as he has the financial muscle to do so.' IMAGE: Zhen Hua 15, the first cargo vessel anchored at the Vizhinjam International Seaport in......

Now, a novel method to predict Indian monsoon early

The heavy summer rains are of vital importance for millions of farmers feeding the subcontinent's population. The Indian monsoon's yearly onset and withdrawal can now be forecast significantly......

El Nio weakens, monsoon expected before schedule

Steady progress in June; north and central regions to get good pre-showers As of now, the southwest monsoon is expected to arrive before the usual time over the mainland. And, to progress steadily......