Maersk launches FI2 ocean service to strengthen India-China trade connectivityLeveraging Pipavav port and the Dedicated Freight Corridor, Maersk offers integrated logistics, significantly cutting transit times to key ...
26 May, 2026, 01.55 PM IST
China mine disaster: At least 82 killed as rescue teams search for survivors in ChangzhiAfter the devastating coal mine explosion in northern China, where 82 lives have been claimed, rescue teams are tirelessly working to manag...
24 May, 2026, 12.55 PM IST
Insurance cos expand war-risk cover in UAE as tensions riseWar-risk insurance is now available for everyday consumers in the UAE. Insurers are offering new policies for cars, cargo, and travel. This...
15 May, 2026, 12.15 AM IST
On first PM visit to Norway in 4 decades, Modi and hosts to discuss long-term LPG dealPrime Minister Narendra Modi will visit Norway next week, marking the first trip by an Indian PM to Oslo in 43 years. Talks are expected to...
12 May, 2026, 09.05 AM IST
The red, white and blue dome: Trump makes risky move to free HormuzIn a pivotal development, the United States has launched 'Operation Freedom', aimed at safeguarding the vital shipping lanes of the Strait ...
05 May, 2026, 10.18 PM IST
Iran-US war pushes polymer, resin prices up 60%; plastics exporters squeezed despite ceasefireFreight rates jump up to 10x, polymer prices rise 60%, while supply disruptions and supply chain delays strain MSMEs and the sector's expor...
11 Apr, 2026, 11.16 AM IST
Ceasefire fails to ease pressure on chemical exporters; 50% trade still at riskIndia's chemical exporters are struggling despite a ceasefire. Supply chains remain disrupted, and costs are high. Shipping through the Gul...
11 Apr, 2026, 11.11 AM IST
China says Japan’s new 1000km Type-12 missile can create ‘kill network’, hit mainland coastal citiesChina's PLA Daily has voiced concerns over Japan's deployment of upgraded Type-12 missiles, warning of a "kill network" capable of striking...
24 Mar, 2026, 07.27 PM IST
Scheme in works for greening of inland waterways vessels"Guidelines for the green transition of inland waterway vessels will be introduced during the first meeting of the Inland Waterway Developm...
03 Jan, 2024, 11.42 PM IST
India, Bangladesh to start cruise services; Kolaghatin & Chilmari new Ports of CallThe decision was taken in a meeting pertaining to protocol arrangements and improvement of Inland Water Transportation here.
24 Oct, 2018, 09.15 PM IST
India and Bangladesh meeting next month on transit protocolOnce the PIWTT SoP is in place, inland waterways will boost trade to the north eastern states and Bangladesh from Kolkata.
18 Mar, 2018, 12.01 PM IST
Sagarmala: Govt's aim to optimise logistics with minimum investmentThe main challenges and issues faced by the potential shippers in utilising the inland waterways for freight movement were also discussed d...
23 Jul, 2016, 08.53 PM IST
With IWTTP in place, Tripura to get food, fuel via BangladeshHundreds of trucks have been stranded for almost a month, making it difficult to transport supplies to Tripura.
03 Jul, 2016, 11.26 PM IST
India, Bangladesh to extend Protocol on Inland Water Transit and TradeIndia and Bangladesh have agreed on the extension of Protocol on Inland Water Transit and Trade (PIWTT) with the provision of automatic ren...
21 Apr, 2015, 09.19 PM IST
- Insurers to revise cargo cover terms
Non-life insurers won't pay claims for cargo damaged due to accidents caused by the vehicle not being roadworthy.
12 Jun, 2010, 03.12 AM IST
- India wants transit of heavy equipment
India has sought a special transit facility for transportation of heavy consignments of power generation equipment from Kolkata port to Pal...
03 Oct, 2007, 08.33 AM IST
- Bangladeshi vessels take lead in India, Bangladesh protocol
Bangladeshi vessels far out-number Indian vessels in the Indo-Bangladesh protocol on inland water transit and trade.
17 Jan, 2007, 12.00 AM IST