India’s Supreme Court is poised to hear a landmark petition that could reshape how income earned abroad—but credited into Indian bank accounts—is taxed for Merchant Navy officers. At issue is whether such foreign-earned salary can be exempted from Indian income ...
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Why Are All Ports Not Convenient for Seafarers?
Vikramjit Singh
The shipping industry is the silent engine of globalization—carrying over 90% of world trade across oceans. It’s often said that if shipping were to stop, half the world would go hungry. Yet, amid this undeniable importance, one vital element remains ...
Risk Assessment Overkill: When Safety Procedures Become a Comedy
wanderer
Safety at sea is sacred. As mariners, we know better than anyone that cutting corners can cost lives. Hazard identification, risk assessments, and proper procedures are the backbone of our industry—when applied correctly. But somewhere along the way, common sense ...
The Forgotten Human Element: Why Timely Sign-Offs Should Be Treated as Critical Operations
wanderer
Every time a seafarer’s sign-off gets delayed, it’s not just a logistical hiccup—it’s a broken promise. A promise that they will return home on time, attend their child’s birthday, be with an ailing parent, or simply rest after months of exhausting ...
Zero Alcohol Policy at Sea: Fair Rule or Collective Punishment?
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The life of a seafarer is unlike any other. Months away from home, limited access to the internet, long working hours, and the emotional toll of isolation all add up to an incredibly challenging lifestyle. In such a tough environment, ...