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Watch MEA Slams China Over Pakistan Support, Says Shielding Terror Hurts Reputation | Watch “The attack on an Indian-flagged ship off the coast of Oman yesterday is unacceptable and we deplore the fact that commercial shipping and civilian mariners continue to be targeted,” the MEA spokesperson said.“All Indian crew on board are safe and we thank the Omani authorities for rescuing them,” the statement added.India calls for protection of commercial shippingIndia also reiterated its position against attacks on merchant vessels and disruptions to maritime trade routes.“India reiterates that targeting commercial shipping and endangering innocent civilian crew members, or otherwise impeding freedom of navigation and commerce, should be avoided,” the MEA said.The incident comes amid heightened tensions in West Asia and continued disruptions around the Strait of Hormuz, a critical global energy shipping route.Multiple India-bound LPG tankers have continued crossing the Strait of Hormuz over the past 24 hours despite the ongoing security situation in the region.India-bound LPG vessels continue transitThe report said two foreign-flagged LPG carriers carrying cooking gas for India recently completed transit through the strait.One of them, the Marshall Islands-flagged vessel Symi, carrying around 20,000 tonnes of liquid propane and butane, is headed to Deen Dayal Port in Kandla with a crew comprising eight Ukrainians and 13 Filipinos.Another Vietnam-flagged vessel, NV Sunshine, carrying LPG, completed its transit on Thursday morning and is proceeding towards New Mangalore port.Officials said the movement of ships through the strait was taking place with close coordination among India’s DG Shipping, and the ministries of external affairs, defence, and petroleum and natural gas.13 India-flagged ships are currently in the Persian Gulf awaiting passage through the conflict-hit route.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 MediaVideosRBI Governor Warns Fuel Price Hike Possible If Middle East Crisis Continues LongerAIMIM Corporator’s Home Razed In Sambhajinagar Amid TCS Conversion Case Row EscalationKerala CM Race Ends as Congress Picks VD Satheesan Amid Venugopal Backing and Internal TensionsBJP Questions Rahul Gandhi Over Alleged Rs 60 Crore Foreign Travel Spending ClaimsIran Signals More Safe Passage For Indian Ships As BRICS Meet Faces West Asia DivideIndia-Bound 46,000 TONNES LPG Ship Cross Strait Of Hormuz, Two Ships In 48 Hours | WatchKabul Partners With Indian Company, Signs $46MN Deal To Upgrade Quality Control Across Trade RoutesVijay Targets NEET Again, Says Medical Admissions Should Depend On Class 12 MarksCongress Claims Assam FIR Row Is Linked To Questions Over Himanta Sarma Assets | WatchCBI Arrests Five In NEET-UG 2026 Paper Leak Case As Probe Expands Nationwide | Watch123PhotostoriesJupiter and Venus Come Together : These Star Signs Might Get A Text From Their Ex7 garden trends to steal from British gardeners and plant enthusiastsThe ‘cool roof garden’ trend taking over Indian apartments: Here’s how to start one5 smart ways to give children the freedom to make choices without losing controlSuccess quote of the day by R. 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This would not include Himachal Pradesh, Jammu & Kashmir and Ladakh, the poll body said.”Election Commission of India has directed the conduct of the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) in 16 States and 3 Union Territories (UTs),” it said in a statement.”With this, the SIR of Electoral Rolls will cover the entire country in Phase-III except Himachal Pradesh, Jammu & Kashmir and Ladakh. After considering the completion of Phase-II of the Census in these three State/UTs and due consideration of the weather in the upper reaches/ snow bound areas, SIR schedule for these three State/UTs will be announced later,” it added.”In the first two phases of the SIR in 13 States/UTs covering nearly 59 сгоге electors as on the date of order of SIR in the respective States/UTs, over 6.3 lakh BLOs and 9.2 lakh BLAs appointed by political parties were involved in various stages of the SIR process,” it further said.The poll body informed that during Phase III of the SIR, more than 3.94 lakh Booth Level Officers (BLOs) will conduct door-to-door visits to reach 36.73 crore electors during the enumeration phase, with support from 3.42 lakh Booth Level Agents (BLAs) nominated by political parties.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. 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Hygiene checks have also been initiated across all associated mess facilities and canteens within the hospital premises,” the official said. The incident has raised concerns among resident doctors regarding food quality and sanitation in institutional mess facilities catering to healthcare workers.About the AuthorAnuja JaiswalAnuja Jaiswal is a Senior Assistant Editor at The Times of India, with an impressive 18-year career in narrative journalism. She specializes in health and heritage reporting, expertly simplifying complex health information to make it engaging and understandable for readers. Her deep dives into heritage topics are well-researched, resulting in captivating narratives that resonate with her audience. 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