An Indian crew member has been killed, and 15 others evacuated after a US-owned oil tanker was attacked off the coast of Iraq. Indian authorities say they are in touch with survivors and are assisting with their return and welfare. 

An Indian crew member has been killed, and 15 others evacuated after a US-owned oil tanker was attacked off the coast of Iraq. Indian authorities say they are in touch with survivors and are assisting with their return and welfare.&nbsp;

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Indian man killed in attack on oil tanker off Iraq coast | Top News of March 12, 2026

Two Indians were killed and one is missing after merchant ships were attacked during the ongoing West Asia conflict, the Ministry of External Affairs said.

The war began on February 28 after the United States and Israel launched strikes on Iran, escalating tensions across the region.

At least three ships were hit by unknown projectiles in the Strait of Hormuz, bringing the number of vessels attacked since the conflict began to 14.

The Thai-flagged cargo vessel Mayuree Naree caught fire after being struck, leaving three crew members missing while others were evacuated to Oman.

Other vessels, including ONE Majesty and Star Gwyneth, were also hit but their crews were reported safe.

Two Indians were killed and one is missing after merchant ships were attacked during the ongoing West Asia conflict, the Ministry of External Affairs said.
The war began on February 28 after the United States and Israel launched strikes on Iran, escalating tensions across the region.
At least three ships were hit by unknown projectiles in the Strait of Hormuz, bringing the number of vessels attacked since the conflict began to 14.
The Thai-flagged cargo vessel Mayuree Naree caught fire after being struck, leaving three crew members missing while others were evacuated to Oman.
Other vessels, including ONE Majesty and Star Gwyneth, were also hit but their crews were reported safe.

2 Indians killed in attack on merchant vessel | Top News of March 11, 2026

The Supreme Court of India on Tuesday directed the Union government to create a no-fault compensation policy for people who suffer serious adverse effects after receiving COVID-19 vaccines. 

The Supreme Court of India on Tuesday directed the Union government to create a no-fault compensation policy for people who suffer serious adverse effects after receiving COVID-19 vaccines.&nbsp;

SC orders Covid vaccine compensation policy | Top news of March 10, 2026

In a significant political development, opposition parties are planning to bring a motion to remove Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar. Sources say a draft notice for the motion is ready and is likely to be submitted later this week.

In a significant political development, opposition parties are planning to bring a motion to remove Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar. Sources say a draft notice for the motion is ready and is likely to be submitted later this week.

Indian man killed in attack on oil tanker off Iraq coast | Top News of March 12, 2026

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