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Indian national dies due to medical complications aboard vessel off Oman coast; repatriation efforts underway
An Indian national serving aboard a commercial vessel docked at Duqm Port in Oman has died due to medical complications, with the Indian Embassy in Oman coordinating efforts to repatriate his mortal remains to India. The deceased has been identified as Nishanth Uirthanathan, a 35-year-old Second Officer from Tamil Nadu, who was serving on board MT Celestial.
'India no longer just a consumer, its a contributor of global solutions': PM Modi's strong message from France
Speaking at the inauguration of the Bharat Innovates event in France’s Nice, Prime Minister Narendra Modi delivered a strong message on India's growing global role, saying the country is “no longer merely consuming solutions developed elsewhere but is actively contributing solutions to the world's biggest challenges.” PM Modi said that while many countries engage in trade and strategic partnerships, only a few relationships are built on a shared vision. According to him, the India-France partnership is one such bond, rooted in trust, common values, innovation and long-term goals.
PM Modi France visit: India is country of innovation, says France President Macron at Bharat Innovates
Prime Minister Narendra Modi and French President Emmanuel Macron on Sunday jointly inaugurated the 'Bharat Innovates' event in Nice, a major global platform bringing together leading startups and venture capital funds from India, France, and other countries. At the event, PM Modi was warmly welcomed by French President Macron in Nice, where the two leaders greeted each other with a hug and a handshake ahead of a key bilateral engagement.
26-year-old Indian-origin man stabbed to death in London, accused still at large
A 26-year-old man was stabbed to death in West London's Southall earlier this week, the Metropolitan Police said on Saturday. The victim was an Indian-origin person, who has been identified as Gurbhej Singh.
PM Modi lands in France, to hold bilateral talks with President Macron on Sunday, check what's on agenda
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday landed in Nice, France. At the invitation of French President, Emmanuel Macron, PM Modi is undertaking an official visit to France from 13 - 14 June 2026 (Nice) and 16 – 18 June, 2026 (Evian and Paris). PM is visiting visit Nice for a bilateral meeting with President Macron on 14 June. In Nice, both leaders will also jointly inaugurate the 'Bharat Innovates' event, which will bring together top innovation startups and Venture Capital funds from India, France, and other countries.
PM Modi to meet Trump during G7 Summit in France on June 17: Here’s what they likely to discuss
Prime Minister Narendra Modi will meet US President Donald Trump during the G7 summit in France scheduled on JUne 17, the White House confirmed on Saturday. This meeting between the two leaders in France will mark the first face-to-face interaction since February 2025, when Prime Minister Modi visited President Trump following his victory in the November 2024 US presidential election.
Violation of Hormuz blockade won't be tolerated: Rubio tells Jaishankar as India protests attacks on vessels
United States Secretary of State Marco Rubio on Saturday told India's Externational Affais Minister S Jaishankar that all commercial vessels should immediately comply with orders from US forces in Hormuz Strait. During an urgent telephonic call, Rubio said violations of US blockade and illicit transport of Iranian oil will not be tolerated.
'Brutality is unimaginable': Indian-origin man jailed for 35 years in UK for rape, torture of woman
An Indian-origin man has been sentenced to 34 years in prison after being convicted of kidnapping, torturing and raping a woman in London. Gagandeep Singh, 34, was found guilty in February of two counts of rape, false imprisonment, kidnapping and causing grievous bodily harm with intent following a trial at Isleworth Crown Court. On Friday, he was handed a 34-year sentence, comprising 28 years in custody followed by a six-year extended licence period under strict restrictions.
'All crew members safe': MEA refutes reports of another Indian-crewed vessel targeted near Oman
The government on Saturday dismissed reports of another Indian-crewed vessel being targeted near the coast of Oman, calling them 'false'.
Geneva or elsewhere in Europe: US, Iran near deal but where will the peace treaty be signed?
The United States (US) and Iran are hopeful of a peace treaty, and have said that the deal is "closer than ever", hinting that the over three-month-long conflict in the Middle East is nearing its end. The proposed deal, which is being described as historic, will ensure "long-term peace" in the Gulf that was ravaged by the Iran war.
RECENT NEWS
- Indian national dies due to medical complications aboard vessel off Oman coast; repatriation efforts underway
- 'India no longer just a consumer, its a contributor of global solutions': PM Modi's strong message from France
- PM Modi France visit: India is country of innovation, says France President Macron at Bharat Innovates
- 26-year-old Indian-origin man stabbed to death in London, accused still at large
- PM Modi lands in France, to hold bilateral talks with President Macron on Sunday, check what's on agenda
