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India actively engaging with global maritime industry to bolster ports, shipping sector

New Delhi, Dec 13: The government on Saturday said it has been actively engaging with various countries, multilateral organisations and global maritime industry partners for collaboration in ports, shipping and maritime logistics.

Special anti-encroachment drive frees 62 acres of land at Deendayal Port Authority's Kandla Port

New Delhi, December 9: A special encroachment removal drive has freed 62 acres of land from illegal occupation at Deendayal Port Authority's Kandla Port, clearing space that will be used for upcoming infrastructure projects. Sushil Kumar Singh, Chairperson of Deendayal Port Authority, told ANI that the action removed hundreds of makeshift and permanent structures.

Adani Group deepens investment commitment in Andhra Pradesh, accelerating a new phase of robust growth

New Delhi, December 4: Adani Group Chairman Gautam Adani set the tone for the Group's renewed commitment to Andhra Pradesh (AP), praising the scale of Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu's vision and reaffirming the conglomerate's rapid push on the Google-data-centre collaboration and expanded investments across ports, green energy, education and the development of a world-class Amaravati, the administrative capital of the coastal state.

Govt-run SMFCL approves Rs 25,000 crore borrowing plan to boost maritime infra growth

New Delhi, Nov 22: Government-run Sagarmala Finance Corporation Limited (SMFCL) has approved an overall borrowing limit of Rs 25, 000 crore, with Rs 8, 000 crore earmarked for the current financial year (FY26), it was announced on Saturday.

TN seeks key clearances from Centre for Hosur airport project

Chennai, Nov 16: The Tamil Nadu government has initiated the first major step in establishing an international airport at Hosur by formally submitting the site clearance application to the Ministry of Civil Aviation.

India among top nations in shipbuilding: Pralhad Joshi

Mangaluru, Nov 13: Union Minister for New and Renewable Energy Pralhad Joshi said that India's maritime sector is witnessing rapid growth and that by 2030, the country will emerge as one of the world's top 10 shipbuilding nations.

EAM Jaishankar highlights India's role as 'first-responder' at G7 maritime security session

Washington, Nov 12: External Affairs Minister (EAM) S Jaishankar attended a special session on maritime security at the G7 Foreign Ministers' meeting on Wednesday, highlighting India's emergence as “first-responder in the maritime domain” and the country's “endeavour to deepen HADR partnerships in Indo-Pacific through joint exercises and logistics agreements.”

Andhra CM orders action plan for developing Visakha economic region

Amaravati, Nov 10: Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu on Monday directed the officials to prepare an action plan for the development of the Visakha economic region, covering Srikakulam to Konaseema.

MP CM flags off inaugural direct flight from Rewa to Delhi

Bhopal, Nov 10: Rewa soared into a new chapter of connectivity on Monday as Chief Minister Dr Mohan Yadav virtually inaugurated the first direct flight from the Madhya Pradesh city to New Delhi, bringing long-awaited relief to Vindhya residents.

Odisha to emerge as gateway of eastern India in maritime trade sector: CM Majhi

Bhubaneswar, Nov 6: Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi on Wednesday inaugurated the historic Bali Jatra festival in Cuttack, stating that the state government is making concerted efforts to ensure that Odisha emerges as the gateway of Eastern India in the maritime trade sector in the coming days.

Seafood exporters seek market diversification, value addition amid US tariff blow

Kochi, Nov 5: India’s seafood industry is bracing for a major hit following the recent hike in US tariffs, with stakeholders and policymakers calling for urgent market diversification, stronger value addition, and technology-led innovation to sustain export momentum.

CM Khandu inaugurates 2-day Arunachal Pradesh Reverse Buyer-Seller Meet 2025

Itanagar, October 30: Chief Minister Pema Khandu on Thursday inaugurated the two-day Arunachal Pradesh Reverse Buyer-Seller Meet (RBSM) 2025 in Itanagar, organised by the Indian Chamber of Commerce (ICC) in collaboration with the Trade and Commerce department, Government of Arunachal Pradesh.

DP World pledges $5 billion infrastructure investment in India

Mumbai, October 30: Global ports and logistics major DP World has pledged to invest an additional USD 5 billion in India to strengthen its integrated supply chain network, which supports both exports and domestic trade, as per a company statement.

CM Khandu highlights Arunachal's vast potential driven by natural wealth, craftsmanship

Itanagar, Oct 30: Arunachal Pradesh Chief Minister Pema Khandu said on Thursday that the state has immense potential, endowed with rich natural resources, unique agro-climatic conditions, and a strong tradition of craftsmanship.

PM Modi's maritime vision reflects India's global ambition: VC IMU

New Delhi, Oct 29: India’s maritime sector has undergone a remarkable transformation over the past decade under the strong and consistent leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, said Malini V. Shankar, Vice Chancellor of the Indian Maritime University (IMU), during the Indian Maritime Week 2025 in Mumbai on Wednesday.  

Gadkari highlights investment potential in India's maritime sector

Mumbai, Oct 27: Union Road Transport and Highways Minister Nitin Gadkari on Monday highlighted that India's maritime sector, valued at nearly $1 trillion (Rs 84 lakh crore), holds immense investment potential in ports, shipping, and logistics.

Gujarat adopted path of 'Samudra Se Samriddhi', under guidance of PM: CM Bhupendra Patel

Gandhinagar, October 27: Gujarat Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel, at the inauguration of India Maritime Week 2025 in Mumbai, stated that under the leadership and guidance of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Gujarat has embraced the path of 'Samudra Se Samriddhi' and transformed its ports into gateways of prosperity.

CM Patel showcases Gujarat's maritime success at India Maritime Week in Mumbai

Ahmedabad, Oct 27: Gujarat Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel on Monday highlighted the state’s emergence as India’s maritime powerhouse under Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s vision of ‘Samudra se Samruddhi’ (Prosperity through the Sea) during the inauguration of India Maritime Week 2025, organised by the Union Ministry of Ports, Shipping and Waterways at the Bombay Exhibition Centre.

Transport specialists from Asian countries visit Namo Bharat Corridor

New Delhi, October 26: Delegates of the Asian Institute of Transport Development (AITD), comprising transport specialists from South and South-East Asian countries, visited the Namo Bharat Corridor on Sunday. The delegation was accompanied by senior officials of NCRTC.

Adani Ports to showcase Blue Economy leadership at India Maritime Week 2025

Ahmedabad, October 26: Adani Ports and Special Economic Zone Ltd (APSEZ), India's largest port developer and operator, is set to showcase its role in shaping the nation's Blue Economy at the ensuing India Maritime Week (IMW) 2025.

Odisha CM leaves for Mumbai to attend India Maritime Week

Bhubaneswar, Oct 26: Odisha Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi on Sunday left for Mumbai to attend the prestigious India Maritime Week (IMW) 2025, scheduled to be held from October 27 to 31, according to an official statement issued by the CM’s Office.

Union Ministers Piyush Goyal, Sarbananda Sonowal and Bhupender Yadav review progress of Vadhavan Port Project

New Delhi, October 21: Union Minister of Commerce Piyush Goyal held a meeting on Tuesday with Minister of Ports, Shipping, and Waterways Sarbananda Sonowal and Minister of Environment, Forests, and Climate Change Bhupender Yadav to discuss the Vadhavan Port Project.

UDAN serves over 1.56 crore passengers via 3.23 lakh flights: Govt

New Delhi, Oct 21: Ude Desh Ka Aam Nagrik (UDAN) scheme has facilitated over 1.56 crore passengers through 3.23 lakh UDAN flights in nine years, the Ministry of Civil Aviation said on Tuesday.

Piyush Goyal holds meet to speed up work on Vadhavan Port Project in Maharashtra

New Delhi, Oct 21: Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal, along with Ports, Shipping & Waterways Minister Sarbanand Sonowal and Environment, Forest & Climate Change Minister Bhupender Yadav, held a meeting on Tuesday with senior officials to expedite work for completing the Vadhavan Port Project on the Maharashtra coast.

840 projects worth Rs 5.8 lakh crore to boost India's maritime sector: Sonowal

New Delhi, Oct 15: Union Minister for Ports, Shipping and Waterways Sarbananda Sonowal said on Wednesday that 840 projects with planned investments to the tune of Rs 5.8 lakh crore will be implemented under the Sagarmala programme till 2035 to boost growth in India's maritime sector.

CMFRI study secures US market access for Indian seafood exports

Kochi, Oct 15: A landmark scientific assessment by the ICAR-Central Marine Fisheries Research Institute (CMFRI) has helped India secure uninterrupted access for its seafood exports to the US market, the institute's scientists said.

India takes off globally: Navi Mumbai Airport to open, ICAO Re-election strengthens clout

Mumbai, October 5: Prime Minister Narendra Modi will inaugurate the Navi Mumbai International Airport (NMIA) on October 8, 2025, a senior official told ANI. The airport is set to place Mumbai among the world's elite twin-airport cities, alongside London, New York, and Tokyo, giving a major boost to India's global aviation stature.

New terminal building of Vijayawada Airport to be ready in few months: Union Minister

Vijayawada, Sep 29: The new terminal building at Vijayawada International Airport will be completed within a few months, Union Minister of Civil Aviation Kinjarapau Rammohan Naidu said on Monday.

...Today, farmers are being paid for their produce. Uttar Pradesh CM Yogi Adityanath highlights improvement in farmers' welfare during Deendayal Upadhyay Smriti Mahotsav

Mathura September 19: Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath highlighted improvement in farmers' welfare during Deendayal Upadhyay Smriti Mahotsav on Friday.

Metro now operating in 6 cities, airports increased from two to 16: UP CM Yogi Adityanath highlights infrastructure gains

Lucknow, September 18: Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath on Thursday said the state has undergone a major infrastructure transformation under his government, with metros, airports, and highways setting new records.

India's maritime sector set to attract Rs 80 lakh crore investment, create 1.5 crore jobs: Sonowal

Kochi, Sep 16: India is set to attract investments worth Rs 80 lakh crore and generate over 1.5 crore jobs under the “Maritime Amrit Kaal Vision” as the government is harnessing the power of the country’s coasts and waterways with ambitious investments to build the country’s Blue Economy, Union Minister for Ports, Shipping and Waterways Sarbananda Sonowal said on Tuesday.

Passenger traffic at Indian airports to grow at 7 pc CAGR over FY25-FY27: Report

New Delhi, Aug 29: Passenger traffic at Indian airports is projected to grow at a CAGR of 7 per cent over FY25–FY27, normalising from the earlier pre-Covid estimates of 9 per cent, a report said on Friday.

India offers  $1 trillion maritime investment opportunity for global players: Union Minister

New Delhi, Aug 28: Union Minister for Ports, Shipping and Waterways Sarbananda Sonowal on Thursday urged global investors to view India as a hub for investment and innovation, highlighting the government’s $1 trillion maritime investment roadmap.

India's Maritime sector set for transformation with $1 trillion investment roadmap, Union Minister Sarbananda Sonowal

New Delhi, August 27: The Ministry of Ports, Shipping and Waterways (MoPSW) hosted the Ambassadors' Roundtable Meet in Delhi on Wednesday convening envoys from 28 nations along with senior officials, industry leaders and multilateral representatives to discuss collaboration ahead of India Maritime Week (IMW) 2025, scheduled for October 27-31 in Mumbai.

CM Naidu keen to develop Andhra Pradesh as logistic hub of India

Amaravati, August 21: Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu on Thursday directed officials to prepare a comprehensive plan to position the state as the logistics hub of India.

MP Govt working on plan to set up airport every 150 km and airstrip every 75 km: CM

Bhopal, Aug 19: Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Mohan Yadav on Tuesday said that his government is working hard to expand air connectivity in the state's popular tourist destinations located in rural areas, along with urban parts.

LS passes Indian Ports Bill, 2025 amid unprecedented ruckus by Oppn

New Delhi, Aug 12: The Lok Sabha on Tuesday passed the Indian Ports Bill, 2025 by voice vote, replacing the colonial-era Indian Ports Act of 1908, even as sustained sloganeering and protests from Opposition benches drowned out much of the debate.

Naidu meets Singapore minister, discusses green energy, data centre development

Amaravati, July 28: Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu, on the second day of his visit to Singapore, met Minister for Manpower and Minister-in-charge of Energy and Science & Technology, Dr Tan See Leng, and discussed collaboration in sectors such as green energy, data centres, logistics, and housing.

Complete land acquisition of key projects as per schedule: Maha CM Fadnavis tells officials

Mumbai, June 19: Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis on Thursday asked the administration to complete land acquisition of all important projects in the state as per the schedule and the projects should be put on track as soon as possible. He also instructed all the relevant agencies to ensure that no project is delayed due to lack of land acquisition.

Spices Board announces financial assistance to exporters, FPOs

Kochi, May 21: The Spices Board, under the Union Ministry of Commerce and Industry, on Wednesday announced financial assistance to exporters, farmers, and FPOs, under its flagship scheme "Sustainability in Spice Sector through Progressive, Innovative and Collaborative Interventions for Export Development (SPICED)" for the financial year 2025–26.