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Parliamentary panel to table Nicobar project report in July

In Lakshadweep, stakeholders highlighted several issues, including diversion of land belonging to scheduled tribe populations, appropriation of “pandaram” lands previously leased to locals, new fishing zone restrictions affecting livelihoods, and tourism project encroachments damaging coconut trees vital to local industries, people aware of the matter said. (ANI)

Published on Mar 06, 2025 07:18 AM IST

Ancient warship wreck found by Lakshadweep divers near Kalpeni Island: Report

According to researchers, the shipwreck belonged to these three European nations - Portuguese, Dutch, and British,

Published on Jan 05, 2025 07:08 AM IST

Shah pushes for renewable energy in island regions

Union Home Minister Amit Shah chairs the 7th meeting of Island Development Agency (IDA), in New Delhi, Friday. (PTI)

Updated on Jan 04, 2025 10:10 AM IST

Massive bleaching of corals in Lakshadweep, MoES tells Parliament

84.6% reefs were affected. (PTI)

Updated on Dec 05, 2024 04:00 AM IST

Govt move to acquire plots leaves residents on shaky ground

Lakshadweep consists of 36 islands, of which only 10 are inhabited. (HT Photo)

Published on Sep 19, 2024 03:00 PM IST

From land to sea, looming changes hurl Lakshadweep towards a great unknown

A fisher with his catch in Lakshadweep. (Alvin Anto)

Updated on Sep 13, 2024 06:30 AM IST

Trade-off in Lakshadweep

The country’s smallest territory, Lakshadweep, stands at a crossroads. (ANI Photo) (Narendra Modi-X)

Updated on Sep 12, 2024 09:30 PM IST

Economy versus ecology: Tourism quandary vexes Lakshadweep

Most experts agree that a boost in tourism could help generate revenue for islanders but locals are anxious. (ANI)

Published on Sep 12, 2024 08:58 AM IST

Maldives continues to lose Indian passengers as Lakshadweep gains

Prime Minister Narendra Modi at a beach in Lakshadweep.

Updated on Aug 27, 2024 12:19 PM IST

Unlocking secrets crucial to coral reef preservation in India

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The ROV in use during initial tests to record coral reef imagery in shallow waters

Published on Jul 06, 2024 09:00 AM IST

India can develop one of world’s major cruise tourism destination: Official

Every year, India receives international cruises from Europe via the Red Sea, from Gulf Countries as well as cruise ships from Singapore and SouthEast Asia (Representative Photo)

Published on Jul 05, 2024 07:06 PM IST

Riffing with intent: The race to save India’s coral reefs

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A healthy patch of Goniopora in Lakshadweep, early last year. Scroll for a view of how it has since faded. (Wenzel Pinto)

Updated on Jul 05, 2024 06:05 PM IST

Israeli Embassy asks citizens to visit Indian beaches after Maldives ban

This comes following the Maldives' decision on Sunday to ban the entry of individuals with Israeli passports. (File)

Updated on Jun 03, 2024 05:26 PM IST

Marine heatwaves leading to widespread bleaching of corals in Lakshadweep Sea

Bleached Porites corals in the Kavaratti lagoon. (HT Photo)

Updated on May 07, 2024 01:20 AM IST

Lakshadweep to Mangaluru highspeed ferry service launched for tourists

Lakshadweep to Mangaluru highspeed ferry service launched for tourists

Published on May 03, 2024 03:58 PM IST

‘Huge impact’: Lakshadweep sees surge in tourists after PM Modi's visit

Prime Minister Narendra Modi at a beach in Lakshadweep.

Published on Apr 06, 2024 12:11 PM IST

IndiGo launches direct flights between Bengaluru, Agatti from Mar 31

IndiGo launched a direct flight between Bengaluru and Agatti Island in Lakshadweep. (REUTERS)

Published on Mar 19, 2024 03:58 PM IST

BJP’s push to bridge the North-South gap

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Thiruvananthapuram, Feb 27 (ANI): Prime Minister Narendra Modi being felicitated during a public meeting, in Thiruvananthapuram on Tuesday. Union Minister of State for External Affairs V Muraleedharan and Kerala Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) Chief K Surendran are also seen. (ANI Photo)

Published on Mar 07, 2024 10:03 PM IST

India opens key naval base close to Maldives

Indian Naval officers seen during the commissioning of naval base 'INS Jatayu', at Minicoy, Lakshadweep Islands, on Wednesday. (PTI)

Updated on Mar 07, 2024 04:57 AM IST

Navy commissions strategically important ‘INS Jatayu’ base in Lakshadweep

Navy Chief Admiral R Hari Kumar and Lakshadweep administrator Praful Patel during the

Published on Mar 06, 2024 05:04 PM IST

Only a slight spike in Lakshadweep passenger traffic after boycott Maldives call

Prime Minister Narendra Modi during his visit to Bangaram in Lakshadweep.

Updated on Feb 26, 2024 11:46 AM IST

India to build naval bases in Agatti and Minicoy Islands

The carrier task forces of INS Vikramaditya and INS Vikrant while enroute to Minicoy Islands will be a sight to behold

Published on Feb 14, 2024 09:39 PM IST

Travelling to Lakshadweep? Check out new tourism hotspots Bangaram, Thinnakara

Travelling to Lakshadweep? Check out new tourism hotspots Bangaram and Thinnakara islands

Published on Feb 10, 2024 07:33 PM IST

Dweepsree, the self-help group that helped women in Lakshadweep to become independent

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Published on Feb 09, 2024 10:23 AM IST

‘Miles to go’: Lakshadweep MP on infrastructure challenges plaguing UT

Lakshadweep MP Mohammed Faizal

Published on Feb 03, 2024 07:09 PM IST

India to push tourism infra in islands including Lakshadweep: FM in budget speech

Union finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman presents the Interim Union Budget 2024 in the Lok Sabha on Thursday. (ANI)

Updated on Feb 01, 2024 03:21 PM IST

Lakshadweep, at heart of India-Maldives spat, mentioned in FM's budget speech

Lakshadweep is known for its striking beaches with crystal-clear waters. (Unsplash)

Updated on Feb 01, 2024 07:49 PM IST

Maldives Opposition parties hit out at government for its ‘anti-India stance’

Tensions between India and the Maldives have heightened due to the recent decision of the newly-elected President, Mohamed Muizzu, to make Beijing his first port of call after assuming office. (File)

Updated on Jan 25, 2024 04:47 AM IST

Maldivian teen dies after Prez Muizzu refused India's plane services: Report

Maldives president Mohammed Muizzu

Published on Jan 21, 2024 12:13 PM IST

The difficult journey to becoming a global soul

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Travelers waiting for airport shuttle at the O'Hare International Airport in Chicago

Published on Jan 20, 2024 10:17 PM IST