Sri Lanka has allowed a Chinese naval sailing ship, the Po Lang, to dock in Colombo, but has clarified that a ban on foreign research vessels remains in place. The decision comes amid heightened tensions over China’s growing influence in the Indian Ocean region, particularly in Sri Lanka and the Maldives.
Maldives President Mohamed Muizzu is on a state visit to India, aiming to mend relations strained by his previous demand to remove Indian troops. The visit will focus on boosting bilateral cooperation and strengthening the long-standing partnership between the two nations.
Susmit Sen, former member of the renowned Indian band Indian Ocean, has filed a police complaint against his former bandmates Rahul Ram and Amit Kilam, alleging unpaid royalties. The complaint accuses the duo of criminal conspiracy, breach of trust, and fraud, among other charges. Ram and Kilam have dismissed the complaint as an attempt to pressure them into settling a civil dispute already under review by the National Company Law Tribunal.
A scientist from Australia believes he has pinpointed the location of the missing Malaysia Airlines flight MH370, which vanished in 2014. He claims that the plane is located in a deep trench in the Southern Indian Ocean, where the longitude of Penang airport intersects with a flight path from the pilot’s home simulator.
Iran-backed Houthis launched a drone attack targeting the MSC Orion container ship in the Indian Ocean. The attack was part of the group’s ongoing campaign against international shipping in support of the Palestinian cause in the Gaza conflict.
Yemen’s Houthis have claimed responsibility for a drone attack on the MSC Orion container ship in the Indian Ocean. The attack is part of the group’s ongoing campaign against international shipping in support of Palestinians against Israel’s military actions in Gaza. The Houthis have been accused of launching numerous drone and missile strikes in the Red Sea, Bab al-Mandab Strait, and the Gulf of Aden since November. The United States and Britain have retaliated with strikes against Houthi targets.
The Houthi rebels in Yemen have claimed responsibility for attacks on two US vessels in the Gulf of Aden and an Israeli ship in the Indian Ocean. The attacks come in response to airstrikes by the US and UK on Houthi positions, as well as Israel’s retaliatory strikes in Gaza. The US has confirmed the attacks and said that coalition forces have shot down several drones and an anti-ship missile launched by the Houthis. The attacks have disrupted shipping in the Red Sea region, forcing some ships to reroute around the Cape of Good Hope.
The Houthi rebels have launched drone and missile attacks against two ships in the Red Sea and Indian Ocean, targeting an American vessel and an Israeli-operated ship. The attacks come as tensions escalate between Israel and the Houthis over the ongoing conflict in Gaza.
The Maldives’ parliamentary election has resulted in a landslide victory for the pro-Beijing Peoples National Congress (PNC), led by President Mohamed Muizzu. This shift towards a pro-China foreign policy has raised concerns in India, which has traditionally held significant influence in the region. Muizzu’s anti-India stance and his aim to reduce economic dependency on India align with China’s Belt and Road Initiative and its strategic ambitions in the Indian Ocean.
The vibrant city of Mumbai offers a diverse range of culinary and entertainment experiences. From the new summer menu at The Bombay Canteen to the upcoming performance by Indian Ocean and Kabir Cafe, there’s something for everyone to enjoy. Seafood lovers can indulge in a seafood extravaganza at Smoke House Deli, while music enthusiasts can witness the launch of Tejas’ new EP, Museum. Comedian Anuvab Pal brings his satirical commentary to the Royal Opera House, and MoMo Café hosts a Sri Lankan Food Festival. To top it off, Four Seasons Hotel, Mumbai, presents a special menu showcasing the best dishes from its award-winning pan-Asian restaurant, San:Qi.
