Picture source: X/Indian Coast Guard NEW DELHI: Indian Coast Guard carried out a quick medical evacuation of a 24-year-old Indian sailor from a UK-flagged merchant vessel off the Goa coast on Friday.The sailor was on board the ship MV Anglo Marie Louise when help was sought. Coast Guard ship C-427 responded and safely evacuated him. In a post on X, the Coast Guard said the operation showed its readiness to protect lives at sea and respond without delay when emergencies arise. “The prompt response underscores IGC’s unwavering commitment to safeguarding lives at sea through professionalism, readiness, and precision.In a separate operation on December 19, the Indian Coast Guard helped bring back four Indian fishermen from Sri Lankan custody. Coast Guard ship Rani Durgavati coordinated with Sri Lankan authorities at the International Maritime Boundary Line. The Coast Guard said the operation reflected ongoing cooperation between maritime agencies in the region and ensured the safe return of Indian nationals.On December 18, the Indian Coast Guard ship Anmol intercepted two Bangladeshi fishing boats that were found fishing illegally inside India’s Exclusive Economic Zone. The boats were later handed over to the marine police in Frazerganj for further legal action.A total of 35 crew members were detained for violating the Maritime Zones of India Act, 1981. Officials said fishing equipment was active on the boats and around 500 kilograms of fish were found, indicating fishing was taking place inside Indian waters.About the AuthorTOI News DeskThe TOI News Desk comprises a dedicated and tireless team of journalists who operate around the clock to deliver the most current and comprehensive news and updates to the readers of The Times of India worldwide. With an unwavering commitment to excellence in journalism, our team is at the forefront of gathering, verifying, and presenting breaking news, in-depth analysis, and insightful reports on a wide range of topics. The TOI News Desk is your trusted source for staying informed and connected to the ever-evolving global landscape, ensuring that our readers are equipped with the latest developments that matter most.”Read MoreEnd of ArticleFollow Us On Social MediaVideosCWC Meet: Top Congress Leaders Huddle Up In Delhi, Discuss Action Against Govt On G RAM G LawOperation Aaghat 3.0 Crushes Crime As Delhi Police Arrest 660 Accused Ahead Of New Year CelebrationsBJP MP Anurag Thakur Links Ram Name Objection to Congress Decline, Defends New Rural Jobs LawNew Zealand PM Defends India FTA as Economic Game Changer Despite Sharp Objections from AllyFrom Tsunami To Economic Collapse: India Emerged As Sri Lanka’s First Responder, Says EnvoyJames Concert Cancelled After Attack In Bangladesh As MEA Slams Anti India Protests And Mob ViolenceH-1B Visa Delays: MEA Says India Has Flagged Issue With USIndia Flags H-1B Visa Delays With US As Indians Face Backlogs Scrutiny And Policy UncertaintyPM Modi Praises Gen Z Confidence, Sees Them Leading Viksit Bharat”People Who Are…” MEA Responds To Viral Mallya And Modi “Biggest Fugitive” Video123PhotostoriesVintage Pierre Balmain to Sabyasachi silk saree: 5 times Alia Bhatt proved black is her power colour in 20254 easy ways to make restaurant like Hot Chocolate at homeOprah Winfrey once said, “Education is the key to unlocking the world…”: 5 lessons it teaches studentsShahid Kapoor and Mira Rajput Kapoor’s thoughtful parenting lessons10 oldest people ever lived in the whole worldTravelling Europe on a budget? Start with these 9 countriesRanveer Singh-Sara Arjun to Ahaan Panday-Aneet Padda: Bollywood pairings that won hearts in 2025Faster Journeys for Long-Distance Rail Passengers: South Western Railway to Speed Up 123 Trains from January 2026If it’s a bestseller, you must read it: 6 common myths about reading every parent should warn their child aboutYour date of birth reveals that one single thought can change your year 2026123Hot PicksUAE WeatherPAN-Aadhaar linkingAmrit MondalGold rate todayIncome Tax RefundIndian Railways fareBank Holidays DecemberTop TrendingFrank Lampard and Christine Lampard Net WorthJordan Spieth Net WorthRicky Tiedemann InjuryBode Miller Net WorthTravis KelceAnthony JoshuaPatrick MahomesRaghav ChadhaLaMelo BallMax Verstappen Girlfriend
NEW DELHI: Indian Coast Guard carried out a quick medical evacuation of a 24-year-old Indian sailor from a UK-flagged merchant vessel off the Goa coast on Friday.The sailor was on board the ship MV Anglo Marie Louise when help was sought. Coast Guard ship C-427 responded and safely evacuated him. In a post on X, the Coast Guard said the operation showed its readiness to protect lives at sea and respond without delay when emergencies arise. “The prompt response underscores IGC’s unwavering commitment to safeguarding lives at sea through professionalism, readiness, and precision.In a separate operation on December 19, the Indian Coast Guard helped bring back four Indian fishermen from Sri Lankan custody. Coast Guard ship Rani Durgavati coordinated with Sri Lankan authorities at the International Maritime Boundary Line. The Coast Guard said the operation reflected ongoing cooperation between maritime agencies in the region and ensured the safe return of Indian nationals.On December 18, the Indian Coast Guard ship Anmol intercepted two Bangladeshi fishing boats that were found fishing illegally inside India’s Exclusive Economic Zone. The boats were later handed over to the marine police in Frazerganj for further legal action.A total of 35 crew members were detained for violating the Maritime Zones of India Act, 1981. Officials said fishing equipment was active on the boats and around 500 kilograms of fish were found, indicating fishing was taking place inside Indian waters.
