indian coast guard

The Indian Coast Guard (ICG) protects India's maritime interests and enforces maritime law, with jurisdiction over the territorial waters of India, including its contiguous zone and exclusive economic zone.

The Indian Coast Guard was formally established on 18 August 1978 by the Coast Guard Act, 1978 of the Parliament of India as an independent Armed force of India. It operates under the Ministry of Defence.

The Coast Guard works in close cooperation with the Indian Navy, the Department of Fisheries, the Department of Revenue (Customs) and the Central and State police forces.

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indian coast guard commissions new-gen fast patrol vessel 'Achal'

TNN / May 10, 2026, 02:04 (IST)

The indian coast guard has commissioned ICGS Achal, the fifth Adamya-class fast patrol vessel, enhancing its coastal security and offshore asset protection. Built with 60% indigenous content at Goa Shipyard Ltd for Rs 473 crore, the vessel signifies India's growing self-reliance in defence manufacturing and will undertake diverse maritime operations.

Defence ministry official flags maritime risks amid West Asia crisis

TNN / May 10, 2026, 00:22 (IST)

88 days, no power, charged 1 phone in 15 days to talk to kin: Crew stranded off Mumbai coast

May 05, 2026, 23:27 (IST)

CM writes to MEA to secure release of fishers held in SL

May 13, 2026, 01:30 (IST)

CM writes to MEA to secure release of fishermen detained in SL

TNN / May 12, 2026, 23:20 (IST)

Six get 10 years RI in international drug smuggling case

May 13, 2026, 02:05 (IST)

Rajnath Singh, Italian defence minister exchange bilateral military cooperation plan

TNN / May 01, 2026, 07:49 (IST)

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh met his Italian counterpart Guido Crosetto in Delhi, reinforcing the India-Italy strategic partnership. They exchanged a bilateral military cooperation plan for 2026-27 and explored defence industrial collaboration. Concurrently, the indian coast guard discussed advanced shipbuilding projects and maritime information exchange with an Italian delegation, including Fincantieri representatives.

Provide food and potable water to stranded crew of three vessels off Mumbai coast, Bombay high court tells state government

Apr 30, 2026, 22:36 (IST)

'We did it!': Bengaluru couple creates history, swims from Sri Lanka to India in 11 hours

TIMESOFINDIA.COM / May 12, 2026, 09:07 (IST)

Bengaluru couple Danish Abdi and Vrushali Prasade made history by completing a side-by-side open-water swim from Sri Lanka to India across the Palk Strait. The duo covered nearly 32 kilometers in 10 hours and 45 minutes, starting from Talaimannar and reaching Dhanushkodi. Their remarkable feat was achieved with strict safety supervision and has garnered widespread appreciation online.

Lanka ferry hits snag near Nagai, 142 passengers stranded at sea for 4 hours

May 09, 2026, 23:19 (IST)

India made C-295 likely to be rolled out sooner than expected?

TIMESOFINDIA.COM / May 12, 2026, 13:23 (IST)

India's indigenous C-295 transport aircraft assembly is ahead of schedule, with the first India-built plane spotted at Tata's Vadodara plant. This marks a significant step in replacing aging IAF fleets, with further orders expected for the Navy and Coast Guard, bolstering India's defense manufacturing capabilities.

Odisha man suffers stroke on trawler, rescued

TNN / Apr 21, 2026, 00:32 (IST)

Bombay high court frees 50 stranded ship crew, says ‘human life more important’

TNN / May 05, 2026, 21:56 (IST)

The Bombay high court ordered the release of 50 stranded crew members from three vessels off Mumbai's coast, prioritizing human life over commercial interests. Justices emphasized that keeping the crew on board was illegal, especially given their depleting food and water supplies. The court criticized owners for their inaction, stating the crew suffered worse than starvation.