Your support helps us to tell the story
From reproductive rights to climate change to Big Tech, The Independent is on the ground when the story is developing. Whether it's investigating the financials of Elon Musk's pro-Trump PAC or producing our latest documentary, 'The A Word', which shines a light on the American women fighting for reproductive rights, we know how important it is to parse out the facts from the messaging.
At such a critical moment in US history, we need reporters on the ground. Your donation allows us to keep sending journalists to speak to both sides of the story.
The Independent is trusted by Americans across the entire political spectrum. And unlike many other quality news outlets, we choose not to lock Americans out of our reporting and analysis with paywalls. We believe quality journalism should be available to everyone, paid for by those who can afford it.
Your support makes all the difference.A boat carrying local tourists capsized Sunday in India's Andaman Sea in the Bay of Bengal, killing 21 people, officials said.
Thirteen were rescued, said top Administrator P. Jawahar. Rescuers were looking for another 11 people believed to be missing, she said.
The boat sank off the eastern Andaman and Nicobar Islands, and police official Shahji said the tourists were all Indians.
Initial reports said the ferry developed a crack in the hull and sank, according to Shahji, who uses one name. Authorities ordered an inquiry.
Accidents are common in India as many ferries are poorly built and often overcrowded, with little regard for safety regulations.
AP
Join our commenting forum
Join thought-provoking conversations, follow other Independent readers and see their replies
Comments