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From Garba to Moutya, Samosas to Chutney: PM Modi hails 'Creole Spirit' and maritime bond with India in historic Seychelles address

Prime Minister Narendra Modi made history as the first Indian PM to address Seychelles' parliament, emphasizing regional stability and the Indian Ocean's role as a connector. He highlighted India's unwavering commitment to Seychelles' sovereignty, noting naval ship presence at independence and its Golden Jubilee. Modi celebrated the nation's unique identity…

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'Indian Ocean is our shared home': PM Modi highlights India-Seychelles ties after signing key MoUs

Prime Minister Modi asserted the Indian Ocean as a shared home, emphasizing joint responsibility for its security and prosperity during his visit to Seychelles. The leaders witnessed the signing of MoUs across various sectors, including UPI, healthcare, and space exploration. Modi was honored with Seychelles' highest environmental award, underscoring India's…

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PM Modi leaves for Seychelles; to attend golden jubilee of country's National Day

Prime Minister Narendra Modi embarked on a three-day visit to Seychelles to attend its National Day golden jubilee celebrations. He will hold bilateral talks with President Patrick Herminie, aiming to strengthen the maritime neighbour's friendship and cooperation.

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Beijing expands Indian Ocean footprint with Bangladesh port deal

Bangladesh PM Tarique Rahman met Chinese President Xi Jinping Friday, wrapping up his five-day visit to China, during which the two sides formalised a deal to develop an economic zone near Mongla port, replacing a previously proposed Indianbacked venture. The land for the zone at Mongla — Bangladesh’s second-largest seaport…

The Times of India

Zanzibar travel guide: Best things to do, where to stay and top tips for visitors

Tanzania's island paradise has emerged as one of the Indian Ocean's fastest-growing travel destinations.

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Chikungunya Hits Mauritius as the CDC Now Has Four Simultaneous Active Outbreaks Listed — the Widest Multi-Country Chikungunya Warning Since 2014

CDC issued a new chikungunya travel notice for Mauritius on May 14, 2026 — now the fourth simultaneous active chikungunya outbreak notice alongside Suriname, French Guiana, and Mayotte. The FDA-approved Ixchiq vaccine is available but widely underutilized. Here is the full warning.

Medical Daily

Chikungunya Outbreaks Are Now Active in Three Different Countries and Territories Simultaneously — and Summer Travelers Are at Risk from the Caribbean to the Indian Ocean

Active CDC travel notices cover chikungunya outbreaks in Suriname (Feb 2026), Mayotte (March 2026), and French Guiana (June 4, 2026). The FDA-approved Ixchiq vaccine is available but underused. Here is everything summer travelers to the Caribbean and Indian Ocean need to know.

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El Niño is here, but can the Indian Ocean Dipole save India's monsoon?

El Niño conditions have developed in the Pacific Ocean. This weather pattern often leads to less rain and hotter temperatures in India. Farmers and water resources could be affected. However, another climate pattern, the Indian Ocean Dipole, might help. A positive Indian Ocean Dipole could bring more rain. Experts are…

The Economic Times

A 5.3 million-year-old whale graveyard has been found on the floor of the Indian Ocean

When a whale dies, a very special natural phenomenon can come alive. The carcass might float at the surface for some time, attracting sharks and other predators. As it becomes weathered it may start to sink, falling through the water until it eventually settles on the seafloor where deep sea…

The Conversation

Scientists discover 5 million-year-old whale graveyard stretching for hundreds of miles in the Indian Ocean

Researchers have discovered a "megasite" of dead whales along with new species of marine life feasting on the corpses.

LiveScience

Deepest and most extensive whale graveyard discovered in Indian Ocean

Some remains found in Diamantina fracture zone date back more than 5m years and reveal species and ecosystems unknown to science

The Guardian - UK

Military exercise Pragati concludes in Meghalaya with participation from 13 nations

Armies from 13 nations converged in Meghalaya for the 'Pragati 2026' military exercise. Soldiers trained in counter-insurgency operations and specialized drills. The exercise focused on building mutual trust and interoperability among participating countries in the Indian Ocean region. Discussions also covered incorporating niche technologies into military tactics. The event fostered…

The Economic Times

'India a critical anchor to hold the line': Hegseth lauds New Delhi's role in Indo-Pacific Security

US Secretary of War Pete Hegseth highlighted India as a key pillar of regional stability at the Shangri-La Dialogue, noting its military modernization and growing role in the Indian Ocean. He emphasized India's defense manufacturing capabilities and the US commitment to co-production initiatives, underscoring the importance of collective readiness in…

The Economic Times

Why the Strait of Hormuz worries China more than Malacca

A new report highlights China's key maritime vulnerability lies at the Strait of Hormuz, not the Malacca Strait. This shifts strategic competition in the Indian Ocean to a new arena involving India, France, and the US. China's energy imports through this region expose it to potential exploitation by rival powers.

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Hormuz exposes China's Indian Ocean vulnerability, new report

A new report suggests China's maritime vulnerability begins at the Strait of Hormuz, not the Strait of Malacca, creating a strategic competition arena in the Indian Ocean. This region is re-emerging as a key theatre, with China's energy dependence exposing vulnerabilities to rivals like India, France, and the US.

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Why Shashi Tharoor Suddenly Praised Modi’s Maldives Move

Diplomacy is often imagined as loud speeches, tense negotiations, and political power games. But sometimes, the strongest message is delivered without demanding anything in return. That is exactly what happened between India and the Maldives. At a time when relations were strained and political slogans openly targeted India, one unexpected…

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7 Strange Things Dogs Do Right Before a Storm Hits

Long before weather apps, satellite radar, or emergency alerts existed, humans often relied on animals to sense changes in nature. Among all domestic animals, dogs have repeatedly fascinated scientists and pet owners because of their unusual reactions before storms arrive. Across the world, countless dog owners have reported pets behaving…

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Sri Lanka's move to lease strategic airport near China-controlled Hambantota port sparks Indian interest

India is keenly watching Sri Lanka's move to offer control of Mattala Rajapaksa International Airport to foreign investors. This presents a significant opportunity for Indian companies to establish a strategic presence in the Indian Ocean. The airport, near the China-controlled Hambantota port, is being offered under a build-operate-transfer model.

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In 2013, scientists studying volcanic rocks near Mauritius uncovered ancient zircon clues that revealed a buried microcontinent beneath the Indian Ocean

Scientists have found a piece of ancient Earth's crust hidden in the Indian Ocean. This submerged landmass, called Mauritia, is not a lost continent but a microcontinent. Its discovery was made using tiny minerals and gravity measurements. This finding helps understand how continents break apart. Mauritia reveals secrets of Earth's…

The Times of India

In 1871, a farmer abandoned 5 cows on Amsterdam Island; 130 years later, scientists were stunned by what they found

In 1871, a French settler by the name of Heurtin left Amsterdam Island in the Indian Ocean. He left behind five cattle on this barren volcanic land, and without any human help, it appeared biologically unsustainable. Over a century later, scientists returned to check on the herd and found something…

The Independent UK

European fishing firms reflag ships to tap Indian Ocean tuna quotas, report finds

A new report reveals European companies have taken a third of the Indian Ocean's tropical tuna catch

The Conversation

India’s Horn of Africa strategy has shifted: what it’s trying to do and how it could work

India’s engagement in the Horn of Africa and Red Sea basin was, until recently, largely limited to UN peacekeeping operations and anti-piracy patrols.

The Times of India

'US wanted to kill the crew': Surviving sailor of sunk Iranian warship narrates horror - watch video

The surviving sailor of Iranian warship IRIS Dena has described the terrifying US strike that sank his warship last month, killing 104 crew members, in the Indian Ocean near Sri Lanka. The injured sailor, identified as Hamed Momeneh, claimed that intention of the Americans was to "kill the crew", adding…

The Times of India

China mapping ocean around India to avert its own Hormuz moment in Strait of Malacca?

At the heart of this push lies a strategic concern long associated with Beijing: securing critical sea lanes, particularly through the Strait of Malacca, and reducing vulnerabilities in the event of a conflict that could threaten its energy and trade lifelines. This vulnerability has a direct bearing on India’s strategic…

The Times of India

'Unusual': Two Chinese vessels abort bid to pass Strait of Hormuz despite Iran's assurances of safe passage

Two large Chinese-linked container ships made an abrupt U-turn near the Strait of Hormuz on Friday as Iran tightens its grip on one of the key passages for global shipping. Ship-tracking data showed the CSCL Indian Ocean and CSCL Arctic Ocean, both linked to China’s state-owned COSCO Shipping, attempted to…

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