National

India Secures Highest Votes to Re-Enter IMO Council for 2026–27 Biennium


India has been re-elected to the IMO Council for the 2026–27 biennium, earning the highest votes in Category B—a strong endorsement of the nation’s leadership and ongoing contribution to global maritime governance.

Science

CSIR-NIO Hosts National Science Seminar on Marine Research and India’s Future Prospects


The CSIR–National Institute of Oceanography (NIO), Goa, held a two-day National Science Seminar in Hindi, focusing on the vital role of marine research in India's development and future growth, with participation from over 150 delegates across the country.

National

India’s Deep Ocean Mission and Samudrayaan Project: Diving into the Future of Blue Economy


Launched by the Ministry of Earth Sciences, India’s Deep Ocean Mission is a bold national initiative aimed at tapping the vast, unexplored resources of the ocean. With the development of the manned submersible MATSYA 6000 under the Samudrayaan Project, the mission is advancing deep-sea technology, sustainable mining, biodiversity conservation, and energy innovation to strengthen India’s Blue Economy.