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VOC Port emerges as model for sustainable maritime developmentLeading the charge in India's sustainable maritime evolution, the V.O. Chidambaranar Port Authority (VOCPA) has made impressive strides in ...
Government looks to start work on Great Nicobar Project from 2028, says SonowalThe government plans to commence the ambitious Great Nicobar Project by 2028, aiming to establish a strategic maritime and economic hub. Un...
India emerges as world's top ship-recycling nation in 2025The country's share in global ship recycling surged to 35.4% in 2025, with a significant increase in recycled tonnage. This achievement, ex...
India achieves MIV 2030 ship-recycling goal ahead of scheduleIndia has surged to become the world's leading ship-recycling nation in 2025, achieving this milestone ahead of schedule. This significant ...
India becomes world's largest ship recycling nation ahead of 2030 targetIndia has surged to become the world's leading ship recycler, surpassing its Maritime India Vision 2030 target. Ship recycling volume jumpe...
Northeast’s rise under PM Modi is one of India’s biggest success stories: Sarbananda SonowalThe Northeast region of India has transformed into a major economic growth hub; significant investments in infrastructure, digital connecti...
Indian govt on "highest alert", orders agencies to stay vigilant after strikes on ships in the GulfUS-Iran war: India has directed its agencies to be on high alert. This is in response to recent attacks on Indian-crewed tankers. The gover...
Three missing Indian seafarers dead after US strike on tanker in Gulf of OmanThree Indian seafarers have died following a U.S. military strike on a tanker in the Gulf of Oman. The U.S. stated the vessel failed to fol...
Assam cabinet undergoes expansion, 12 MLAs sworn inAssam's council of ministers has expanded to 17 members. Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma inducted 12 new ministers. Governor Lakshman Pr...
West Bengal eyes new deep-seaport in Dadanpatra; Kolkata to enter water metro gridWest Bengal will establish a new deep seaport in East Midnapore district. The state government will provide 1700 acres for this project. Ko...
Kolkata to join water metro network; Bengal eyes separate shipping department: CM Suvendu AdhikariWest Bengal is planning a dedicated shipping wing and exploring minor port development. A deep-sea port project will proceed at Dadanpatrab...
India unveils Port Performance Index, maritime digital reforms to boost global competitivenessSarbananda Sonowal said, “We have introduced the Logistics Port Performance Index (LPPI) for FY 2024-25. It is a major step towards improvi...
Shipping ministry working on reform-driven roadmap to accelerate maritime transformationIndia's shipping ministry is driving a major maritime transformation. A new roadmap focuses on better governance and ease of doing business...
Sonowal unveils roadmap for maritime reforms, digital governance under Viksit Bharat 2047Union Minister Sarbananda Sonowal is driving India's maritime sector forward. A comprehensive reform roadmap aims to boost ease of doing bu...
Nods for Rs 30,000 crore shipbuilding cluster in Andhra Pradesh this month: Minister SonowalIndia plans a major shipbuilding cluster in Andhra Pradesh with ₹30,000 crore investment. This move aims to boost the Indian fleet size. Pr...
Centre betting big on Brahmaputra as economic lifeline: Minister Sarbananda SonowalThe Indian government is developing the Brahmaputra river into a major economic corridor. This initiative focuses on transport, trade, and ...
14th meeting of Brahmaputra Board HPRB held in GuwahatiGuwahati hosted 14th High-Powered Review Board meeting of the Brahmaputra Board, spearheaded by Union Minister C. R. Patil. The agenda revo...
Govt working on plan to rollout water metro transport system in 18 citiesIndia is set to launch a water metro transport system in 18 cities. This initiative aims to transform waterways into efficient public trans...
Centre plans Guwahati Water Metro in Phase I of nationwide rollout: Union minister Sarbananda SonowalIndia is set to launch Water Metro services in 18 cities, with Guwahati leading Phase I. This initiative aims to transform waterways into e...
Assam to advance on path of development and prosperity under PM Modi, CM Himanta: SonowalAssam is stepping into a transformative phase marked by advancement, harmony, and prosperity. Union Minister Sarbananda Sonowal emphasized ...