The Silent Plunder and the Dawn of a New Maritime Era: Combating IUU Fishing Through Marine Spatial Planning
The article highlights the growing threat of Illegal, Unreported, and Unregulated (IUU) fishing and its impact on marine ecosystems and coastal livelihoods. It explains how Marine Spatial Planning (MSP), AI, and modern monitoring technologies can help combat these activities. The piece positions UDA as a key framework for smarter and more sustainable ocean governance.
April 22, 2026
From Hidden Threats to Smart Oceans: The Battle for Marine Survival
The Indian Ocean Region (IOR) is well known for its ecological diversity and strategic significance. Numerous marine species, many of which are essential to preserving the well-being of aquatic ecosystems, are supported by it. Marine life in the IOR substantially contributes to nutrient cycling, carbon sequestration, and the general resilience of ocean systems, from phytoplankton, which form the base of the food web, to apex predators like sharks and whales, which control species balance. Often called the “blue forests,” coral reefs, mangroves, and seagrass meadows provide ecosystems that protect coastlines, sustain fisheries, and regulate the climate.
March 10, 2026
Hunting the Invisible: How AI and Satellite Radar Are Spotting India’s Dark Ships
The article explains how “dark ships”—vessels that switch off tracking systems—pose a major challenge to maritime security. It highlights how AI combined with satellite-based radar (SAR) is helping detect these hidden vessels. This approach improves surveillance and supports better monitoring of illegal activities at sea.
October 7, 2025
Understanding Local Sediment Transport: Lessons from the Vishwamitri River Erosion
The article explains how local sediment transport plays a crucial role in shaping river behavior and erosion patterns, using the Vishwamitri River as a case study. It highlights how human interventions like dredging, without proper understanding, can disrupt natural sediment balance. This often leads to increased erosion and ecological damage.
September 26, 2025
Harnessing Ocean Data for Smarter Fishing
The article highlights how ocean data and technology are transforming traditional fishing practices. It explains how tools like Potential Fishing Zones (PFZ) help fishermen locate fish more efficiently. This leads to reduced fuel use, higher catch efficiency, and more sustainable fishing.
September 3, 2025
Up to Our Necks: Contours and Consequences of Urban Flooding
The article examines the growing problem of urban flooding and its social, environmental, and infrastructural consequences. It highlights how climate change, poor urban planning, and drainage failures are making cities increasingly vulnerable. The piece emphasizes the need for sustainable and data-driven urban management strategies.
May 7, 2025
Marine Spatial Planning (MSP) Implementation, based on Modelling & Simulation (M&S), driven by the Underwater Domain Awareness (UDA) framework
The article explores how Marine Spatial Planning (MSP) can be strengthened through Modelling and Simulation (M&S) under the Underwater Domain Awareness (UDA) framework. It highlights the role of predictive analytics and digital tools in improving marine planning, resource management, and sustainable ocean governance.
July 2, 2024
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