Investigation Underway at T.S. Chanakya Campus A tragic incident involving a 19-year-old pre-sea cadet at the T.S. Chanakya campus of Indian Maritime University (IMU) in Nerul, Navi Mumbai, has sent shockwaves through the maritime community and raised serious concerns regarding student welfare and mental pressure in marine training institutes. The […]
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India’s maritime regulator, Directorate General of Shipping (DG Shipping), has announced major reforms in the issuance of Indian Continuous Discharge Certificates (CDC) in an effort to curb fraudulent recruitment practices and improve the quality of seafarer training across the industry. Effective from August 1, 2026, Indian CDCs will no longer […]
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A Powerful Lesson Every Seafarer Should Learn About Wealth A young 3rd Officer completed his contract and returned home with nearly $24,926.90 in savings.Excited to reward himself after months at sea, he spent almost everything on a brand-new SUV. The car looked impressive.But the real question is: Did the purchase […]
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A former merchant navy captain has been arrested for allegedly operating an international cyber trafficking racket that targeted Indian youths with fake overseas job offers. The accused, identified as Nagesh Kumar alias “Captain Chauhan,” was apprehended in Chandigarh and brought to Agra on transit remand on May 14, 2026 (Thursday), […]
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An Indian-flagged cargo vessel, MV Haji Ali, sank in the Oman Sea near Limah, Oman, after a suspected drone or missile strike triggered a major onboard fire while the ship was en route from Berbera Port, Somalia, to Sharjah carrying live livestock cargo. According to preliminary reports, the explosion occurred […]
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What separates a good seafarer from a great one? Consistent learning and staying updated. Our latest edition is built to help you do exactly that—with relevant topics, real scenarios, and easy-to-digest insights. Give it a read and sharpen your edge. Stay informed. Stay prepared. Stay ahead. To register and start […]
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Top Deficiency Areas Leading to Detentions 1. Lifeboats (1101) Category: Life Saving Appliances Associated Detentions: 788 2. Fixed fire extinguishing installation (07109) Category: Fire Safety Associated Detentions: 775 3. Fire detection and alarm system (07106) Category: Fire Safety Associated Detentions: 743 4. Fire doors/openings in fire-resisting divisions (07105) Category: Fire […]
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Deficiency: Where the Fleet is Failing The start of 2026 has brought a surge in Port State Control activity. With 19,234 deficiencies recorded globally in January alone, the industry average has climbed to nearly 3 per vessel. As the 2026 CIC on Cargo Securing begins to loom, and new Lifting […]
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