Dwarka: The Indian Coast Guard intercepted a suspicious foreign vessel inside the Indian Exclusive Economic Zone (EEZ), approximately 115 nautical miles west of Dwarka, on February 21. According to an official statement, the vessel identified as Al Mukhtar was manned by four Iranian crew members. During a search operation, Coast Guard personnel discovered 200 cartons containing nearly one lakh packets of foreign-brand cigarettes concealed inside the boat’s holds. The estimated internatio...Read More

Porbandar: In a major high-seas anti-narcotics operation, the Gujarat Anti-Terrorism Squad (ATS) and the Indian Coast Guard foiled a drug trafficking attempt off the Porbandar coast, seizing more than 200 kg of suspected narcotics. According to officials, the seized consignment is being brought to the Porbandar jetty today for further investigation and legal procedures. Two Iranian nationals allegedly involved in the trafficking have been arrested by the Gujarat ATS. The Indian Coast Guard, ...Read More

Porbandar: Indian Coast Guard has apprehended a Pakistani boat namely Al-Madina with 9 crew members who are Pakistani nationals from close to International Marine Boundary Line (IMBL). The boat is being taken to Porbandar according to sources. In a swift and precise night operation, an @IndiaCoastGuard Ship whilst on patrol in #Arabian sea sighted a #Pakistani Fishing Boat inside #Indian waters near the International Maritime Boundary Line on 14 Jan 26. On being challenged, the boat attempted...Read More

Kutch: The Indian Coast Guard on Wednesday apprehended 11 Pakistani fishermen near the Indian maritime border off the Jakhau coast in Kutch. The group was found aboard a boat named Al Wali. The fishermen were brought to Jakhau port, where authorities have launched an investigation. Preliminary reports indicate that one of the 11 individuals is a minor. The detainees will be handed over to the Jakhau Marine Police for further questioning and investigation. “In a swift and coordinated operatio...Read More

Amreli: The Indian Coast Guard (ICG) rescued 22 individuals, including women, who were stranded at a flooded site in Gujarat on June 16th, the force said on Wednesday. In a post on social media platform X, the ICG shared photos and stated, “Indian Coast Guard Station Pipavav, in coordination with Marine Police, rescued 22 stranded personnel, including women, from a flooded Gujarat Water Supply and Sewerage Board (GWSSB) site near Victor village, Amreli. Amid tough weather and low visibility, ...Read More

Porbandar: The Indian Coast Guard has issued a warning to fishermen in Gujarat, urging them to return to shore immediately in light of an approaching change in weather. The Indian Meteorological Department has issued a rainfall forecast for the coming days, and in order to enhance maritime safety, Coast Guard vessels broadcasted alerts through loudspeakers to those heading out to sea. The advisory seeks to minimize risks and accidents, highlighting the need to prioritize safety amid unfavorable...Read More

Porbandar: In a major anti-smuggling operation, the Indian Coast Guard, in a joint operation with the Gujarat Anti-Terror Squad (ATS), seized 300 kg of narcotics worth ₹1,800 crore near the International Maritime Boundary Line (IMBL) off the Gujarat coast during the night of April 12-13. In an official statement, the Coast Guard said, "The Indian Coast Guard, in a joint operation with Gujarat ATS on the night of 12-13 Apr 25, seized 300 kg of narcotics worth Rs 1800 Cr off IMBL near the Guj...Read More