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Business Standard
11-07-2025
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- Business Standard
Indian Coast Guard rescues 2 US nationals stranded near Nicobar Islands
ICG Ship Rajveer carried out the rescue operation after the US consulate in Chennai sent a distress message about the stranded US-flagged sailing vessel ANI General News The Indian Coast Guard rescued two United States nationals stranded about 53 miles south of the Nicobar Islands, officials said on Friday. ICG Ship Rajveer carried out the rescue operation after the US consulate in Chennai sent a distress message about the stranded US-flagged sailing vessel. The Indian patrol vessel navigated through rough sea conditions to rescue the US nationals. "The Indian Coast Guard saved two US nationals stranded in a distressed yacht, a US-flagged sailing vessel, Sea Angel, about 53 miles south of the Nicobar Islands. On receipt of a distress message via the US Consulate at Chennai, ICG Ship Rajveer was deployed & responded to the distress situation, navigating through rough sea conditions," ICG said. Last Month, Indian Coast Guard (ICG) successfully rescued three Sri Lankan nationals who had been abandoned on a sandbar near Adam's Bridge, off the coast of Dhanushkodi in Tamil Nadu. According to the Coastal Security Group Police, the trio had set off from Sri Lanka in an unidentified boat, which dropped them off on the sandbar located in Indian waters. "Three Sri Lankans who had set off from Sri Lanka to Dhanushkodi (Tamil Nadu) in an unidentified boat were dropped off at a sandbar by Adam's Bridge near Dhanushkodi. The Indian Coast Guard rescued them, brought them to Dhanushkodi and handed them over to the Coastal Security Group Police. An investigation is underway," said the Coastal Security Group Police in a statement. (Only the headline and picture of this report may have been reworked by the Business Standard staff; the rest of the content is auto-generated from a syndicated feed.)
NDTV
11-07-2025
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- NDTV
2 US Citizens, Stranded Near Nicobar Islands, Rescued By Indian Coast Guard
Port Blair: The Indian Coast Guard rescued two United States nationals stranded about 53 miles south of the Nicobar Islands, officials said on Friday. ICG Ship Rajveer carried out the rescue operation after the US consulate in Chennai sent a distress message about the stranded US-flagged sailing vessel. The Indian patrol vessel navigated through rough sea conditions to rescue the US nationals. "The Indian Coast Guard saved two US nationals stranded in a distressed yacht, a US-flagged sailing vessel, Sea Angel, about 53 miles south of the Nicobar Islands. On receipt of a distress message via the US Consulate at Chennai, ICG Ship Rajveer was deployed & responded to the distress situation, navigating through rough sea conditions," ICG said. Last Month, Indian Coast Guard (ICG) successfully rescued three Sri Lankan nationals who had been abandoned on a sandbar near Adam's Bridge, off the coast of Dhanushkodi in Tamil Nadu. According to the Coastal Security Group Police, the trio had set off from Sri Lanka in an unidentified boat, which dropped them off on the sandbar located in Indian waters. "Three Sri Lankans who had set off from Sri Lanka to Dhanushkodi (Tamil Nadu) in an unidentified boat were dropped off at a sandbar by Adam's Bridge near Dhanushkodi. The Indian Coast Guard rescued them, brought them to Dhanushkodi and handed them over to the Coastal Security Group Police. An investigation is underway," said the Coastal Security Group Police in a statement.
News18
11-07-2025
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- News18
Indian Coast Guard Tows US Yacht Stranded In Rough Seas Near Andaman & Nicobar Islands
Last Updated: The Indian Coast Guard rescued the US-flagged yacht 'Sea Angel' and its two crew members southeast of Indira Point. The yacht was stranded in rough waters. The Indian Coast Guard (ICG) successfully rescued a US-flagged yacht 'Sea Angel' and its two crew members after the vessel was stranded in rough waters southeast of Indira Point in the Andaman and Nicobar Islands, officials confirmed on Friday. The rescue operation began on Thursday (July 10) after the US Consulate in Chennai alerted the Maritime Rescue Coordination Centre (MRCC) in Port Blair about the stranded sailing vessel at around 11:57am. According to the ICG, the 16×8-metre yacht was carrying two crew members – one American and one Turkish. The vessel had become disabled roughly 52 nautical miles southeast of Indira Point. A senior official explained that the vessel was caught in 'extremely rough conditions," suffering a blown sail and a entangled propeller that left it stranded. In a swift response, MRCC Port Blair activated the International Safety Net (ISN), alerting nearby merchant vessels and initiating formal rescue operations. At 2 pm, Indian Coast Guard Ship (ICGS) Rajveer was dispatched to assist in the operation. 'Demonstrating professionalism and precision, ICGS Rajveer reached the vessel by 5:30 p.m., established communication with the stranded crew, and conducted an on-site assessment," the ICG said in a statement. Despite the adverse weather and mechanical issues, both crew members were found safe and in good health. By 6:50 p.m., Sea Angel was secured and taken under tow. It was safely escorted to Campbell Bay where it arrived at 8 am on Friday (July 11). The ICG's timely response highlighted its continued commitment to maritime safety and international cooperation in the region. view comments First Published: July 11, 2025, 12:23 IST Disclaimer: Comments reflect users' views, not News18's. Please keep discussions respectful and constructive. Abusive, defamatory, or illegal comments will be removed. News18 may disable any comment at its discretion. By posting, you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy.
New Indian Express
11-07-2025
- General
- New Indian Express
Indian Coast Guard rescues two crew members of US yatch stranded at sea near Andaman and Nicobar Islands
NEW DELHI: The Indian Coast Guard (ICG) rescued two crew members aboard a US-flagged yacht stranded in turbulent waters southeast of Indira Point in the Andaman and Nicobar Islands, officials said on Friday. The distressed sailing vessel, Sea Angel, with one American and one Turkish national on board, sent out an alert after becoming disabled due to a blown sail and an entangled propeller. The distress signal was received at 11:57 am on July 10 by the Maritime Rescue Coordination Centre (MRCC) in Port Blair via the US Consulate in Chennai. Responding swiftly, the MRCC activated the International Safety Net and alerted nearby merchant vessels while initiating rescue coordination protocols. Indian Coast Guard Ship (ICGS) Rajveer was dispatched at 2 pm to assist the stranded yacht. The Coast Guard vessel reached the scene by 5:30 pm, established contact with the crew, and assessed the situation despite challenging weather conditions. The crew was found safe and in good health. By 6:50 pm, Sea Angel was taken under tow and escorted to Campbell Bay, where it safely arrived at 8 am on July 11. Despite heavy winds and mechanical disablement, the crew was found safe and in good health, the official said.
Indian Express
11-07-2025
- General
- Indian Express
Indian Coast Guard rescues two after US yacht malfunctions off Andaman coast
The Indian Coast Guard rescued two crew members after a US yacht malfunctioned off the coast of Andaman and Nicobar Islands late Thursday. The two were stranded 52 nautical miles southeast of Indira Point, officials said. In a post on X, the Coast Guard said it had deployed ICG Ship Rajveer on July 10 after receiving a distress alert from the US Consulate in Chennai regarding the yacht Sea Angel, which had one US and one Turkish crew member on board. Upon arrival, the yacht was found with its sail blown off and its propeller entangled in ropes. The Sea Angel was taken under tow and safely brought to Campbell Bay on July 11. 'The Indian Coast Guard rescued two US nationals stranded on a distressed US-flagged sailing vessel, Sea Angel, approximately 53 miles south of the Nicobar Islands. On receiving a distress message via the US Consulate in Chennai, ICG Ship Rajveer was deployed and responded despite rough sea conditions,' the ICG said in a statement.
