US Forces Seize Sanctioned Oil Tankers in Atlantic & Caribbean
In a dramatic high-seas operation, US forces seized two oil tankers, including the Russian-flagged Bella 1, intensifying pressure on Venezuela's post-Maduro regime. Details inside.
In a dramatic high-seas operation, US forces seized two oil tankers, including the Russian-flagged Bella 1, intensifying pressure on Venezuela's post-Maduro regime. Details inside.
US forces seize sanctioned oil tanker M/T Sophia in international waters, escalating crackdown on Venezuela's illicit oil networks. Details on the operation and global reactions inside.
In coordinated predawn raids, US Coast Guard boards two sanctioned tankers, Motor Tanker Bella I & Sophia, linked to Venezuela. Details inside.
US Southern Command confirms the seizure of the stateless vessel M/T Sophia in a pre-dawn operation. The tanker, accused of illicit activities, is now being escorted to US jurisdiction. Read the full details.
A US crackdown on Venezuelan oil is driving shadow tankers into Russia's registry, strengthening Moscow's maritime influence and creating new global risks. Read the full analysis.
Russia deploys naval assets to escort a sanctioned oil tanker, turning a US enforcement operation into a major geopolitical flashpoint. Details on the high-seas chase and legal battle.
A US Coast Guard pursuit of a sanctioned oil tanker, now under Russian flag, sparks a major Atlantic standoff. This incident threatens fragile Ukraine peace talks and exposes Russia's shadow fleet. Read the full analysis.
Russia sends a submarine to escort the tanker Marinera, escalating tensions with the US over sanctions enforcement. The vessel, pursued by the US Coast Guard, changed its flag to Russian. Read the full details.
Vice Admiral Sanjay Bhalla briefed President Droupadi Murmu on maritime security and preparations for the International Fleet Review and Exercise MILAN 2026 in Visakhapatnam. Details inside.
Goa's FLY91 airline leases two brand-new ATR 72-600 aircraft from DAE to expand its fleet to six. The move fuels its network expansion from Dabolim Airport to cities like Hyderabad and Pune. Read more about its regional connectivity strategy.
India plans a multi-pronged strategy to boost international flights from new mega airports. With 106 new aircraft joining the fleet this year and 100+ annually for 15 years, the focus is on direct global hub connectivity. Details inside.
Delhi's public transport gets a major green push with four new electric bus depots. The move aims to boost service frequency and support over 7000 e-buses by late 2026. Read more.
Uttarakhand CM Pushkar Singh Dhami inaugurated 100 new UTC buses, plus 10 AC & 2 sleeper buses. The move aims to strengthen safe, affordable public transport and boost state tourism. Read more.
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Hyundai Motor India debuts its dedicated Prime Taxi range, featuring HB and SD models. Bookings open at Rs 5,000. Focus on low operating costs, CNG options, and safety. Details inside.
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Shankh Airlines targets mid-January launch with 3 Airbus aircraft, connecting Lucknow to metros and UP cities. Founder aims to make flying affordable for the middle class. Read more.
Hyundai Motor India launches Prime HB & SD models for fleet operators, starting at ₹5.99 lakh. Features CNG options, 6 airbags, and low operating cost of ~47p/km. Bookings open.
Air India Express receives its first line-fit Boeing 737-8 MAX, marking a new era under Tata ownership. The aircraft features a special livery honouring Ratan Tata. Read about the airline's massive fleet expansion.
The U.S. Coast Guard escalates a high-stakes chase for the sanctioned oil tanker Bella 1, linked to Iran and Venezuela, assembling elite forces for a potential seizure. Read the full story.
Pune gears up for a major transport overhaul in 2026 with Purandar airport construction, a revamped Lohegaon terminal, and 1500 new PMPML buses. Get all the details.
Waymo announces a fleet-wide software update after its autonomous vehicles faced challenges during a major San Francisco power blackout. Learn how the company plans to improve safety and decision-making.
President Trump announces a new Trump-class guided-missile battleship, USS Defiant, as part of the 'Golden Fleet' naval expansion. Explore the tradition of warship naming and the details of this massive new vessel.
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A US Navy pursuit of the Venezuelan oil tanker BELLA-1 ends in failure, raising questions about sanctions enforcement. Read the full story on the escalating maritime showdown.
Donald Trump announces colossal 'Trump-class' battleships for US Navy to counter China's naval rise. Experts question feasibility and strategy. Details inside.
Odisha CM Mohan Charan Majhi flagged off 150 new ambulances, part of a Rs 111 crore upgrade to the 108 emergency service. The move aims to cut response times and improve rural healthcare.
A windstorm in Colorado knocked out power at a key US lab, causing the nation's official time to lag by 4.8 microseconds. Discover how extreme weather can disrupt our hyper-precise atomic clocks.