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14 hours, 48 minutes ago

Tamil Nadu Tourism Development Corporation floating restaurant stuck in low tide

CHENNAI: Though ready for months now, the first floating restaurant in the state, anchored at the Muttukadu Boat House on East Coast Road, is yet to be made fully operational as the boat cannot sail smoothly in the backwaters during low tides. The Rs 5 crore project, which is being implemented through a public private partnership with the Tamil Nadu …

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14 hours, 59 minutes ago

Santa braves the sticky heat of the Amazon jungle to bring gifts to children in Brazilian village

Associated Press

CATALAO, Brazil — Santa Claus braved the sticky heat of the Amazon rainforest this weekend, taking two boats to bring gifts to children in a village near the Brazilian city of Manaus. “For the children of the rivers, the people of the countryside, nothing new happens,” said Raimunda Ferrera Vieira a community leader in the village of Catalao, which received …

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38 dead, over 100 missing in Congo after ferry capsizes in Busira river

Deccan Chronicle

Kinshasa: Thirty-eight people are confirmed dead, and over 100 remain missing in Congo after an overloaded ferry -- full of people returning home for Christmas -- capsized in the river Busira late on Friday night, according to local officials and eyewitnesses. The boat was travelling in the northeast of the Congo as part of a convoy of other vessels, and …

Congo Ingende

1 day, 13 hours ago

Dhanushkodi: a ghost town awaits revival

The Hindu

On the evening of December 22, 1964, 14-year-old Purushothaman was playing with his friend Muniyasamy at his home at the railway quarters in Dhanushkodi. Besides them, loadmen, who worked at the railway station, formed the bulk of the population,” Mr. Purushothaman says recalling his good old days in the railway colony. In an interview to The Hindu in 2010, Kali, …

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38 people are dead and over 100 remain missing in Congo after a ferry capsizes in the river Busira

The Hindu

Thirty-eight people are confirmed dead, and over 100 remain missing in Congo after an overloaded ferry — full of people returning home for Christmas — capsized in the river Burisa late Friday night, according to local officials and eyewitnesses. The boat was traveling in the northeast of the Congo as part of a convoy of other vessels, and the passengers …

Congo Ingende

1 day, 17 hours ago

Greek authorities say boat capsizing victims and survivors were from Afghanistan. 2 Turks arrested

Associated Press

ATHENS, Greece — Greece’s coast guard said Saturday it was searching for survivors or victims of a speedboat capsizing a day earlier involving migrants off the eastern Greek island of Rhodes. A total of 18 migrants — 12 men, three women and three minors — all Afghan nationals, were rescued, the coast guard said Saturday. Seven migrants were killed and …

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Mumbai Ferry Accident: Panicked Parents Were About To ‘Throw Their Children Into Sea’, Here’s What Happened Next

ABP News

Mumbai Ferry Accident: As the tourist ferry began sinking off the Mumbai coast after its collision with a speed boat on December 18, worried parents onboard the boat planned on tossing their children into the sea water to save their lives. They reached in their patrol boat at the accident site off the Mumbai coast at around 4 PM, with …

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2 days, 7 hours ago

Mumbai boat accident: Missing boy’s body found, death toll goes up to 15

The Hindu

The body of the missing six-year-old boy in the Mumbai ferry accident was found within Mumbai harbour on Saturday. As per latest updates from the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation, the death toll of one of the deadliest accidents in Mumbai harbour rose to 15. The Navy craft, which collided with the ferry, had six people on board with two surviving the …

Mumbai Navy Ferry Accident

2 days, 14 hours ago

Mumbai tragedy: How mariner saved 56 people using boat that had capacity for 12

India Today

A delay in the loading of cargo on a ship at Mumbai's Jawaharlal Nehru Port may have saved the lives of several passengers who were on the ill-fated tourist ferry that sank on December 20. It was due to this delay that Captain Anmol Shrivastava, a ship pilot, reached the spot within minutes of the incident, saving 56 people using …

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2 days, 14 hours ago

Mumbai ferry crash: Parents tried to throw children into sea, stopped by rescuers

India Today

The panic-stricken parents onboard an ill-fated tourist ferry were thinking of tossing their children into the seawater as a desperate measure after their boat started sinking off Mumbai, but a team of CISF marine commandos stopped them with an assurance that everyone will be saved. Their patrol boat reached the accident site off the Mumbai coast around 4 pm, and …

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3 days, 5 hours ago

Maha Kumbh 2025: Boat Fares Soar by 50%, devotees brace for costlier rides

India Today

In preparation for the upcoming Maha Kumbh in January, the Kumbh Mela Administration has approved a 50% increase in boat fares. The move was finalised after constructive discussions between the Prayagraj District Boatmen Association and the Mela administration. Pappu Lal Nishad, President of the Prayagraj District Boatmen Association, welcomed the hike, noting that fares had remained stagnant for years despite …

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3 days, 14 hours ago

Navy chief to visit Mumbai to assess situation after 14 deaths in boat crash

India Today

Navy Chief Admiral Dinesh K Tripathi will visit Mumbai today to review the situation after an accident between a naval speedboat and a ferry that left at least 14 people dead and 99 others injured. The Navy Chief will also visit the spot off the Mumbai coast where the accident took place. A Navy craft undergoing engine trials lost control …

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3 days, 14 hours ago

Sri Lanka Navy rescues over 100 Rohingya adrift in the Indian Ocean

Al Jazeera

The 102 refugees, including 25 children, were taken to Sri Lanka’s eastern port of Trincomalee. More than 100 Rohingya refugees from war-torn Myanmar have been rescued while adrift on a fishing trawler off the Indian Ocean island nation by Sri Lanka’s navy, bringing them safely to port. The 102 people, including 25 children, were taken to Sri Lanka’s eastern port …

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3 days, 14 hours ago

At least eight migrants drown after boat collision off Greece’s coast

Al Jazeera

Authorities say at least eight people died after the driver lost control of the boat as he attempted to flee. At least eight refugees and migrants have drowned off the coast of Greece after the coastguard chased a boat they were on in the Aegean Sea. The speedboat capsized near the island of Rhodes as it attempted to flee a …

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4 days, 1 hour ago

SWTD’s green energy transition gains momentum

The Hindu

The State Water Transport department will introduce more solar-powered vessels with varying passenger capacities as part of its plan to transition 50% of its passenger boat fleet to green energy. “Our plan is to launch two boats by mid-January after obtaining registration from the Ports department and securing Indian Register of Shipping certification,” says Shaji V. Nair, Director, SWTD. “We …

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4 days, 4 hours ago

Loch Ness Monster mystery may finally be SOLVED - as scientist claims he has a simple explanation for sightings of the mythical beast

Daily Mail

An expert who has spent 50 years probing the Nessie phenomenon has delivered his devastating verdict on the monster – that people are actually seeing swans. Naturalist Adrian Shine said people spotting 'long-necked' creatures on Loch Ness were actually misidentifying waterbirds in calm conditions. Pictured: a composite image of different parts of a swan Naturalist Adrian Shine said people spotting …

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4 days, 12 hours ago

Navy Driver Booked For Speedboat Crash That Killed 13 Off Mumbai Coast

ABP News

The police have registered an FIR against the driver of the Navy speedboat that lost control and crashed into a passenger ferry killing 13 people off the coast of Mumbai. The FIR against the driver has been registered by Colaba police under relevant sections of the new criminal code BNS based on the complaint of a survivor Natharam Chaudhary from …

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‘Never witnessed anything so horrific and tragic’: First responders recount moments from Mumbai boat accident

India TV News

The Mumbai boat tragedy left 13 dead while 99 others were rescued in the ferry accident on Wednesday. People were screaming for help and some were crying,” Arif Bamane, a driver of the Mumbai Port Trust pilot boat Poorva said. ‘Most horrific and tragic’ Bamane said the four of them aboard the pilot boat did their best to save the …

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4 days, 14 hours ago

Never seen such scenes: Rescuers describe chaos after Mumbai boat accident

India Today

Mumbai witnessed an unprecedented tragedy near the Gateway of India on Wednesday when a Navy speedboat collided with a ferry, killing at least 13 people. People were screaming for help, and some were crying," Arif Bamane, driver of a Mumbai Port Trust boat, told news agency PTI. "In my career, I have never witnessed such an incident," said Gothekar, whose …

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4 days, 19 hours ago

Mumbai Boat Accident: PM Announces Rs 2 Lakh Ex-gratia to Kin of Deceased

Deccan Chronicle

New Delhi: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday condoled the loss of lives in a boat accident off the Mumbai coast and announced an ex-gratia of Rs 2 lakh for the next of kin of each deceased.Thirteen persons died and 99 others were rescued after a Navy craft crashed into a ferry off the Mumbai coast on Wednesday, the Navy …

Mumbai Navy Naval Boat Rs 2 Lakh

4 days, 19 hours ago

Thirteen dead after navy vessel hits boat off Indian tourist spot

The Independent

For free real time breaking news alerts sent straight to your inbox sign up to our breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy At least 13 people died …

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4 days, 23 hours ago

Moment When Speed Boat Rammed Into 'Neelkamal' Ferry, Which Capsized Killing 13 In Mumbai — On Cam

ABP News

A ferry capsized off the Mumbai coast on Wednesday evening, claiming the lives of 13 people. The accident occurred when a speed boat rammed into the ferry named 'Neelkamal' at around 3:55 PM. Ferry Capsizes Near Gateway of India, Mumbai Viral footage shows speed boat crashing into ferry off Mumbai coast 2 dead, 75 rescued in this accident pic.twitter.com/NMiZEvdpCm — …

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5 days, 1 hour ago

Mumbai boat accident: 14 killed after Navy boat crashes into ferry near Gateway of India

The Hindu

Fourteen persons, including four women and two children, were killed after a Navy boat crashed into a ferry off the Mumbai coast on Wednesday, the Navy said. STORY | One dead, 66 rescued after ferry capsizes off Mumbai coast READ: https://t.co/xFxMF3QB52 VIDEO | Search and rescue operation being conducted by Indian Navy in coordination with the Coast Guard and Marine …

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5 days, 2 hours ago

Mumbai: 13 Dead After Ferry Capsizes Near Gateway Of India, 101 Rescued, CM Announces Ex Gratia

ABP News

At least 13 people died after a ferry named 'Neelkamal' capsized near Mumbai's Gateway of India on Wednesday. Rescue operations are underway with the help of Navy, Coast Guard, Yellowgate… https://t.co/X78yGKwa3d pic.twitter.com/ODiXXAbbhG — ANI December 18, 2024 The incident took place when the boat was travelling from the Gateway to Elephanta Island near Uran, Karanja. #WATCH | Mumbai Boat Accident …

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Tamil Nadu Tourism Development Corporation floating restaurant stuck in low tide

Santa braves the sticky heat of the Amazon jungle to bring gifts to children in Brazilian village

38 dead, over 100 missing in Congo after ferry capsizes in Busira river

Dhanushkodi: a ghost town awaits revival

38 people are dead and over 100 remain missing in Congo after a ferry capsizes in the river Busira

Greek authorities say boat capsizing victims and survivors were from Afghanistan. 2 Turks arrested

Mumbai Ferry Accident: Panicked Parents Were About To ‘Throw Their Children Into Sea’, Here’s What Happened Next

Mumbai boat accident: Missing boy’s body found, death toll goes up to 15

Mumbai tragedy: How mariner saved 56 people using boat that had capacity for 12

Mumbai ferry crash: Parents tried to throw children into sea, stopped by rescuers

Maha Kumbh 2025: Boat Fares Soar by 50%, devotees brace for costlier rides

Navy chief to visit Mumbai to assess situation after 14 deaths in boat crash

Sri Lanka Navy rescues over 100 Rohingya adrift in the Indian Ocean

At least eight migrants drown after boat collision off Greece’s coast

SWTD’s green energy transition gains momentum

Loch Ness Monster mystery may finally be SOLVED - as scientist claims he has a simple explanation for sightings of the mythical beast

Navy Driver Booked For Speedboat Crash That Killed 13 Off Mumbai Coast

‘Never witnessed anything so horrific and tragic’: First responders recount moments from Mumbai boat accident

Never seen such scenes: Rescuers describe chaos after Mumbai boat accident

Mumbai Boat Accident: PM Announces Rs 2 Lakh Ex-gratia to Kin of Deceased

Thirteen dead after navy vessel hits boat off Indian tourist spot

Moment When Speed Boat Rammed Into 'Neelkamal' Ferry, Which Capsized Killing 13 In Mumbai — On Cam

Mumbai boat accident: 14 killed after Navy boat crashes into ferry near Gateway of India

Mumbai: 13 Dead After Ferry Capsizes Near Gateway Of India, 101 Rescued, CM Announces Ex Gratia