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Narrow escape for 18 fishermen as boat catches fire in Alibaug | Mumbai News

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Narrow escape for 18 fishermen as boat catches fire in Alibaug | Mumbai News

NEW DELHI: At least 18 fishermen were rescued after a fire broke out on a fishing boat belonging to Rakesh Gan in the early hours of Friday. The incident occurred approximately 6-7 nautical miles off the coast of Akshi in Alibaug. The incident occurred around 3-4am, causing panic among the 18 crew members onboard. Upon … Read more

Sri Lanka navy apprehends 14 fishermen from Tamil Nadu, total rises to 88 this year

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Sri Lanka navy apprehends 14 fishermen from Tamil Nadu, total rises to 88 this year

MADURAI: Sri Lankan Navy apprehended 14 fishermen from Rameswaram and confiscated their two trawlers for allegedly fishing in their territorial waters late on Saturday, raising the total number of Indian fishermen in Sri Lankan custody to 88 this year.The fishermen were handed over to fisheries officials in Kilinochchi district and are likely to be produced … Read more