250 missing after migrant boat sinks in Indian Ocean
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- Category: Asia
- Language: EN
- Published: 2026-04-28 14:56 UTC
- Sources: BBC World News, The Hindu
A migrant boat has reportedly sunk in the Indian Ocean due to heavy winds, rough seas and overcrowding. The United Nations is investigating the incident.
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