Maritime piracy is a serious threat to the safety of cargo, ships and crew, which can cause enormous losses to stakeholders. According to the international Maritime bureau, piracy causes a loss of about $ 25 million a year in global economic losses due to theft, ransoms, increased insurance costs etc. Occurrence of piracy has a […]
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How to Verify Maturity Amount Printed by the Bank on Your FD
Till today one of the most common methods of investment for our surplus funds is in Bank’s FD. Sometimes it must have occurred to you, whether the maturity amount mentioned on the FD issued by the bank is correct or not. Or you may be anxious to know about the maturity amount of a FD, […]
Power of Forgiveness
The power of forgiveness is truly remarkable and can have a profound impact on individuals and communities. Forgiveness has the power to heal emotional wounds and bring about inner peace, by letting go of anger, resentment, and negative emotions. Individuals can experience a sense of belief and emotional well being, cultivation of positive emotions such […]
Nature and Human Life
Our all bare necessities of roti, kapra and makan were eco friendly. Meals used to be organic right from cereals to vegetables, vegetarian or non- vegetarian in unison with season and festivals. Clothing from cotton, wool and leather used to be from local materials. Now the sad part is that western countries are following us […]
Healthy Eating for a Healthy Retirement
While healthy eating is important at any age, as a senior, a healthy, balanced diet is more important than ever-helping you to stay active and independent. Recent research by the National Institute of Health reveals that as we age, not only does our metabolism slow down; our ability to utilize nutrients becomes less efficient. Yet, […]
Liquified Petroleum Gas (LPG) Uses and Precautions in Domestic Use
As this magazine would find its place in the hands of mariners their families and other readers so I thought of writing my article in a very simplified manner. My article is on LPG and use in daily life. In India LPG is approximately 48% of propane 50% of butane and 2% of pentane. We […]
Breaking the Silence: Confronting the Epidemic of Body Shaming
Have you or someone you know ever been body shamed before? Body shaming is a prevalent issue in today’s society, involving mocking or humiliating someone based on their physical appearance. This appends various aspects. including shape, size, skin color, and general appearance. Many individuals engage in self criticism, questioning themselves “Why am I not as […]
Beware of Money Fraud Calls
How Scammers Target Seafarers Families In recent years, a troubling trend has emerged in the form of money fraud calls targeting families of shipping workers. These fraudulent schemes exploit the vulnerabilities and concerns of families whose loved ones work in the shipping industry. Understanding how these scams work and knowing how to protect yourself from […]
Career Opportunities for Women in Shipping Industry
Women can definitely pursue a career in the Merchant Navy. In the past Merchant Navy was predominantly male dominated, but in the recent years there has been a significant increase in the number of women joining the industry. Today many shipping companies and maritime. organizations actively encourage and support women to pursue careers at sea. […]
Experience of Sailing Together on Merchant Ship
Setting sail on a merchant ship with my husband was a decision that filled me with a mix of excitement and apprehension. As the horizon expanded before us, so too did the challenges and adventures that awaited on the open sea. The first hurdle to overcome was the inevitable separation from family and friends back […]