Source: DD News Subject: Mapping Context: Patrick Herminie, President of Seychelles, will pay a state visit to India at the invitation of Prime Minister of India. About Seychelles: What is it? Seychelles is a sovereign island country and archipelagic state comprising 115 islands, known for its high human development, blue economy focus, and strategic maritime …
Source: TP Subject: Mapping Context: India hosted the 7th Colombo Security Conclave (CSC) NSA-level meeting in New Delhi, reaffirming commitment to regional maritime security amid a rapidly evolving Indo-Pacific environment. Seychelles also announced its decision to join CSC as a full member, marking an important expansion of the grouping. About India Hosts Colombo Security Conclave …
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Source: ET Context: The Indian Navy’s First Training Squadron (INS Tir, INS Shardul, and ICGS Sarathi) docked at Port Victoria, Seychelles, for a long-range training deployment, strengthening maritime ties between India and Seychelles. About Seychelles: What it is? A small island nation and archipelagic state in the Indian Ocean. Known for its diverse cultural blend …
Mapping Source: TH Context: Blue whales, the largest mammal on Earth, have made a remarkable return near the Seychelles after a 60-year absence. Commercial whaling activities decimated their populations, leading to an 89-97% decline. However, recent expeditions conducted by researchers revealed sightings of up to 10 blue whales in the region, a surprising and …
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Mapping Some other exercises between India and the US: MALABAR Exercise: A trilateral naval exercise involving the navies of India, the United States, and Japan, primarily focused on maritime security and interoperability in the Indo-Pacific region. YUDH ABHYAS: A joint military training exercise conducted annually between the Indian and US armies, focusing on enhancing …
Mapping Source: TH Context: After a 27-year absence, the United States has reopened its Embassy in Seychelles, signalling a renewed focus on countering China’s influence in the Indian Ocean region. About Seychelles It is an archipelago of 115 islands in the Indian Ocean, off East Africa. It’s home to numerous beaches, coral reefs and …
