The Times of India

'Body preserved with water bottles': Indian sailor dies on vessel off Oman coast; union cites aid delay amid regional tensions

The Forward Seamen's Union of India is seeking assistance after a 35-year-old officer died on a vessel off Oman's coast. His body has been onboard for over two days without proper refrigeration, leading to a health risk for the crew. The union alleges delayed medical help due to regional tensions and is demanding body preservation, repatriation, and an investigation.