In a significant comment, visiting Maldives foreign minister Abdulla Khaleel has said that 'India Security is Maldives Security'. The comment shows India Maldives continuing the positive trajectory in ties, especially with 2 high level visits by President Muizzu to India in 2024. Speaking exclusively to WION's Sidhant Sibal, he said, "we are committed to the stability of the Indian Ocean, specifically to the security of the Indian Ocean will ensure the security for the nations across the Indian Ocean. And as I mentioned, the Indian security we consider as our security as well."

Maldives FM Abdulla Khaleel: Committed To The Stability Of Indian Ocean

India News: A third carrier is not just a naval requirement but will be an economic enabler, a strategic need, and a symbol of India's rise as a global maritime power.

Explainer: India needs a third aircraft carrier

Survivors and families of victims of the Indian Ocean tsunami 20 years ago visited mass graves, lit candles and comforted one another across Southeast and South Asia in ceremonies on Thursday to mark the disaster that killed some 230,000 people.

Indian Ocean tsunami two decades ago left 2,30,000 dead

A humpback whale has made one of the longest and most unusual migrations ever recorded,--- And scientists say it has been possibly driven by climate change... The whale was seen in the Pacific Ocean off Colombia in 2017, --- It was later spotted several years later near Zanzibar in the Indian Ocean...

Warming Climate Shifts Whale's Migratory Path | WION Climate Tracker

Over 60 Sri Lankan Tamil migrants who have spent the past three years on Diego Garcia, a British Indian Ocean Territory, are being offered the chance to relocate to the UK. The group, which fled Sri Lanka due to civil conflict, has been stranded on the remote island after being denied entry to other countries. The UK government’s offer comes after years of legal and humanitarian pressure, with the migrants now facing a crucial decision about their future.

UK Offers Relocation to Migrants on Diego Garcia After 3 Years in Limbo

Amid growing concerns over China, the US has announced that it will cooperate more closely with India in the Indian Ocean region. United States Deputy Secretary of State Kurt M.

Amid China concerns, US and India to cooperate in Indian Ocean

Things might never be the same for Indian Ocean fans as a former member and co-founder, along with the widow of another co-founder of the indie rock fusion band have filed police complaints against other band members for royalty.

Co-founder of Indian Ocean Susmit Sen files complaint against Rahul Ram and Amit Kilam

A Chinese spy ship has entered the Bay of Bengal after India Issued a NOTAM, Notice to Airmen, restricting airspace over the Bay of Bengal from July 17th to 26th. Another Chinese spy ship is headed to Male, Maldives for the third time this year. What are these spy ships up to?

Gravitas: China sends spy ships to snoop on India

Watch top headlines of the hour: - US, Secret service Chief faces calls to resign - Pakistan government to ban Imran Khan's PTI - Indian Ocean: India-US hold joint drills - World's 'rarest' whale washes ashore New Zealand beach

Pakistan government to ban Imran Khan's PTI | India-US hold joint drills

The entire southern Indian Ocean was battered by Cyclone Freddy in 2023, which created havoc and wrecked devastation in southeastern Africa, and now has been classified by the United Nations as the longest-lasting tropical cyclone on record which lasted for 36 days.

Indian Ocean was battered by world's longest cyclone in 2023

Known for being one of the most eclectic music bands in India, Indian Ocean recently performed again at the Dublin Square in Mumbai. One of the oldest Indian fusion rock bands, Indian Ocean never fails to create magic when performing together in front of an enthusiastic crowd.

Exclusive: India's oldest fusion band Indian Ocean on AI, music and more

In a first, Houthi missiles have hit a commercial vessel in the Indian Ocean. The ship, MSC Orion, was en route Oman from Portugal. In March, the Houthis said they would be targeting Israel-linked ships in the Indian Ocean and near the Cape of Good Hope. What does this mean for countries in the Indian Ocean? What does this mean for India that has been the most reliable security provider in the Indian Ocean?

Israel vs Gaza: Houthis bring the war to Indian Ocean | Are countries prepared?

The climate crisis is intensifying. Predictions have been made about different aspects of climate change and how they would affect different parts of the world.

'One atomic bomb detonation every second for a decade': Indian Ocean warming up

Italian Navy has shot down a drone in the Red Sea headed in the direction of an escorted merchant ship. According to Italy's Defence Ministry, Italy Navy which was protecting a European commercial feer shot down the drone.

Yemen's Houthis claim attacks on vessels in Indian Ocean

As threats continue to loom in the western Indian Ocean, posing challenges to India's economic interests, the Indian Navy has undertaken several measures over the past 100 days including actively responding to and assisting in 13 major incidents.

Indian Navy dealt with 13 major incidents in last 100 days in Western Indian Ocean; saved 110 lives

In a big step towards achieving self-sufficiency in defence capabilities, the Indian Navy has proposed the construction of a third aircraft carrier. The topic is up for discussion within the Indian Defence Ministry but analysts say that a third carrier will greatly bolster India’s defence as the China threat looms in the Indian Ocean region.

Gravitas: India close to getting third aircraft carrier amid China threat

With SpaceX next Generation Starship Mega rocket that successfully launched on a stunning, third test flight.

SpaceX loses contact with starship on re-entry

SpaceX's loses contact with starship on re-entry over Indian Ocean

A Bangladeshi cargo ship has allegedly been hijacked in the Indian Ocean area and is currently making its way towards the Somali coastline. The United Kingdom Maritime Trade Operations (UKMTO) said that the vessel was infiltrated by multiple people using two vessels—one large and one small.

Bangladeshi cargo ship 'hijacked' in Indian Ocean now headed for Somalia: Reports

India fortifies its security infrastructure in the Indian Ocean - INS Jatayu commissioned on the Minicoy island. Located near the Maldives. The strategic base will enhance the operational reach of the Navy in the Indian Ocean. A clear eye on China.

India commissions INS Jatayu, eye on Indian Ocean security

The Indian Navy continues tro step up its anti-piracy operations in the Red Sea. India's Defence Minister Rajnath Singh has said that no country with economic or military power is able to assert dominance over other nations in the Indian Ocean.

India Defence Min Rajnath Singh lauds Indian Navy, says 'Want to create an environment of peace'

Indian Navy saves ship udner missile attack in Gulf of Aden, Defence Min Rajnath Singh lauds Navy

China has signed a secret military assistance deal with the Maldives. Is Beijing laying the foundation for a new outpost in the Indian Ocean? Here's a report.

Gravitas | India and China ready for war in the Indian Ocean

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Maldives FM Abdulla Khaleel: Committed To The Stability Of Indian Ocean

Explainer: India needs a third aircraft carrier

Indian Ocean tsunami two decades ago left 2,30,000 dead

Indian Ocean tsunami two decades ago left 2,30,000 dead

Warming Climate Shifts Whale's Migratory Path | WION Climate Tracker

UK Offers Relocation to Migrants on Diego Garcia After 3 Years in Limbo

Amid China concerns, US and India to cooperate in Indian Ocean

Co-founder of Indian Ocean Susmit Sen files complaint against Rahul Ram and Amit Kilam

Gravitas: China sends spy ships to snoop on India

Pakistan government to ban Imran Khan's PTI | India-US hold joint drills

Indian Ocean was battered by world's longest cyclone in 2023

Exclusive: India's oldest fusion band Indian Ocean on AI, music and more

Israel vs Gaza: Houthis bring the war to Indian Ocean | Are countries prepared?

'One atomic bomb detonation every second for a decade': Indian Ocean warming up

Yemen's Houthis claim attacks on vessels in Indian Ocean

Indian Navy dealt with 13 major incidents in last 100 days in Western Indian Ocean; saved 110 lives

Gravitas: India close to getting third aircraft carrier amid China threat

SpaceX loses contact with starship on re-entry

SpaceX's loses contact with starship on re-entry over Indian Ocean

Bangladeshi cargo ship 'hijacked' in Indian Ocean now headed for Somalia: Reports

India commissions INS Jatayu, eye on Indian Ocean security

India Defence Min Rajnath Singh lauds Indian Navy, says 'Want to create an environment of peace'

Indian Navy saves ship udner missile attack in Gulf of Aden, Defence Min Rajnath Singh lauds Navy

Gravitas | India and China ready for war in the Indian Ocean