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28 Indians Safe After Attack in Iranian Waters; JoSAA Counselling Deadline Today

Published July 25, 2026 at 10:32 AM UTC

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Two significant news items demand attention today. First, 28 Indian nationals aboard a Mozambique-flagged vessel are safe after an attack in Iranian territorial waters. The Indian embassy in Tehran confirmed that the crew is unharmed and is being assisted. Second, the Joint Seat Allocation Authority (JoSAA) counselling for 2026 admissions closes today, with thousands of students yet to register. The maritime incident underscores persistent security challenges in the Gulf region, affecting Indian seafarers. JoSAA's deadline marks a critical juncture for engineering and architecture aspirants. Authorities have urged students to complete registration before the cutoff. The Indian government has not attributed blame for the attack but is coordinating with Iranian officials for a safe exit for the crew.