India supports Mauritius's claim, emphasizing regional stability. Upcoming high-level talks will shape the islands' future.

The southern Indian Ocean off the west coast of Australia is becoming less salty at an astonishing rate, largely due to ...

For decades, the Indian Ocean has been known for some of the saltiest waters on Earth. But it seems that’s changing. Experts ...

Climate change is rapidly freshening one of Earth’s saltiest ocean regions in the Southern Indian Ocean, potentially disrupting circulation.

Australian Foreign Minister Penny Wong (center) holds a fireside chat with Indian Minister for External Affairs Dr. S Jaishankar (right) at the Indian Ocean Conference (IOC) in Perth, Australia, Feb.

As far as India is concerned, the dip in salinity could have a serious impact. The Indian Ocean is key to monsoons, and it ...

India’s Defense Minister Rajnath Singh flags off INS Sunayna, renamed as Indian Ocean Ship Sagar, from Karwar Naval Base, India, April 5, 2025. Credit: Public Relations Officer, Ministry of Defense An ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. The ocean covers more than 70 percent of the Earth's surface. Considering how vast it is, scientists know relatively little about ...

The ocean covers more than 70 percent of the Earth’s surface. Considering how vast it is, scientists know relatively little about what’s going on down there. On top of that, there are many popular ...