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Govt taking all steps for early release of seafarers

Last Updated: Monday, December 10, 2012, 20:52

In a bid to tackle the menace of piracy in a more effective manner, the Ministries of Shipping and External Affairs on Monday decided to coordinate their efforts to secure early release of seafarers held hostage by Somali pirates.

Captive Indian sailors: Chandy asks Centre to consider pirate swap deal

Last Updated: Saturday, November 24, 2012, 17:16

Kerala Chief Minister Oommen Chandy has asked the Centre to immediately consider releasing some detained Somali pirates to facilitate the release of seven Indian sailors being held captive for last two years.