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Pakistanis Using Phones Of Indian Fishermen For Data, Says Intelligence Report
The Centre Intelligence of India (CBI) in a report said that Pakistani agents in India, are connecting with Pakistanis, transferring information, using mobile phones of Indian fishermen, imprisoned in Pakistani Jail. Centre of Intelligence said, "fishermen from Maharashtra and Gujarat, who are currently incarcerated in Pakistani jails, are actively being used for secret communications." Regarding this, the Intelligence urged the Central… read-more
Tags: Pakistani Agent, Indian government, CBI, Inteliigence Agency, Fishermen
Courtesy: The Free Press Journal
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Fishermen Arrested For Catching Dolphin & Eating It Illegally: UP
Four fishermen, allegedly from Naseerpur village have been booked for allegedly illegally catching a dolphin from the Yamuna river and eating it. Notably Chail forest ranger Ravindra Kumar lodged a complaint with the police after a vistor captured a video of fishermen taking the dolphin on their shoulder, which went viral. Acting upon the registered case, the police arrested the four and launcged a detailed investigation.
Tags: Fishermen, UP news, dolphin, Yamuna River, arrested
Courtesy: The Indian Express
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Bombay HC Halts Construction Of Uran Bypass Road, Considering Affect On Livelihood Of Fishermen
The 11-meter wide Uran Bypass Road in Uran Koliwada has been halted by Bombay High Court. Maharashtra government was strongly chastised by HC for neglecting to perform an adequate survey before embarking on the project, despite the fact that it would harm the livelihood of fishermen. The petition was brought by 134 fishermen who used the site for fishing. The petitioners claim the bypass will jeopardize their customary fishing rights.
Tags: Fishermen, Bombay High Court, uran bypass, construction, Roads
Courtesy: Free Press Journal
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ICG Chopper Deployed To Carry Our Search & Rescue Operation Of Missing Fisherman: Kerala
After Sri Shihab, a 30-year-old fisherman went missing off Urupunya Kavu beach on July 12, a search and rescue operation has been initiated by the Indian Coast Guard. Reportedly, due to inclement weather, three fishermen who ventured into the sea went missing. While two of them were rescued, one is still missing. Reportedly, the rescue operation is being carried out by ICG helicopter.
Tags: Fishermen, Urupunya Kavu beach, Kerala, kozhikode, Search and Rescue Operation
Courtesy: ANI
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CM Stalin Appeals To EAM, Requesting Help In Releasing Fishermen From Sri Lankan Navy
MK Stalin, Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu, urged on July 4 that External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar take urgent steps for the immediate release of 12 Indian fishermen detained by the Sri Lankan Navy. Seven of the 12 detained Indian fishermen are from Tamil Nadu, while five are from Puducherry. He also stated Tamil Nadu fishermen had lately started fishing following a 61-day yearly prohibition that concluded on June 15.
Tags: CM Stalin, Fishermen, Sri Lanka, Navy, Tamil Nadu
Courtesy: ANI
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Odisha Coast Guard Rescues 12 Stranded Fishermen From Coast
In Odisha, approximately 12 fishermen stranded in the sea for over 12 hours were rescued, confirmed Odisha police, on June 17. As per PTI, the Coast Guard and Odisha Police conducted search operations and saved fishermen. Furthermore, one crew member of the fishing vessel, which went missing on June 16, is still missing. The officials are continuing their search operation, and bring back all the members safe to harbour.
Tags: Odisha Coast, Fishermen, stranded, RESCUE OPERATION, Police
Courtesy: Press Trust of India
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Indian Fisherman Dies In Indonesian Prison; Family Suspects Foul Play By Authorities
Indian fisherman Maria Jasindhas (34) who was arrested for allegedly trespassing into the Indonesian waters, has died in an Indonesian prison, due to illness, on May 20. Jasindhas and seven other Indian fishermen were detained by Indonesian authorities on March 7. Jasindhas' brother Jenidas "strongly suspects" foul play in his brother's death. He alleged that the Indonesian authorities administered "some powder" after Jasindhas fell sick,… read-more
Tags: Fishermen, Jesindhas, Tamil Nadu, Indonesia, Kanyakumari
Courtesy: The Times Of India
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Sri Lankan Navy Detains 12 Indian Fishermen For Crossing Border
The Navy of Sri Lanka held 12 fishermen near Neduntheevu island for crossing the maritime border, on April 2. In addition, the fishermen were taken to Mayilatti port for further probe. Also, their boat was seized by the Sri Lankan Navy. Meanwhile, Tamil Nadu CM MK Stalin had written a letter to External Affairs Minister Jaishankar appealing to them to take strict actions over attacks on Tami Nadu fishermen.
Tags: National, World news, Sri Lanka, Arrests, Fishermen
Courtesy: India Today
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'Radio Monsoon': Fishermen's Daily Weather Forecast Guide
To avoid the scariest moments when the weather gets choppy and the waves come over the side, a team of researchers from Kerala has developed "Radio Monsoon", a station that provides daily weather guide to the fishermen. The station has its headquarters in Karumkulam’s coastal village. Rough weather conditions make the fishermen’s lives vulnerable while there are no government agencies helping out the fishermen gather… read-more
Tags: Fishermen, Kerala, weather forecast, Radio Station
Courtesy: The Better India
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Italian Govt To Prosecute Marines Accused Of Killing Indian Fishermen
The Supreme Court has ordered that the Italian government will prosecute the two Italian Marines who had killed two Indian fishermen in 2012. Besides, the court also stated that it would also direct the Italian government to pay a compensation of Rs 10 crore to the families of the fishermen. Notably, governments of both the countries have already agreed upon the compensation part.
Tags: Italy, India, Supreme Court of India, Marines, Fishermen
Courtesy: The Indian Express
