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Govt's nod for Rs 12, 980 cr maritime insurance pool
2+ day, 6+ hour ago (218+ words) New Delhi: The government on Saturday approved a proposal to create a domestic insurance pool, Bharat Maritime Insurance Pool (BMI pool), with a sovereign guarantee of Rs 12, 980 crore to facilitate. .. New Delhi: The government on Saturday approved a proposal to…...
Srikakulam is transforming into a logistics hub: Kinjarapu
6+ day, 6+ hour ago (266+ words) Highlighting the district's development plan, Ram Mohan Naidu recalled that during the tenure of former Prime Minister Atal Bihari Vajpayee, his late father Yerran Naidu, had played a key role in bringing the four-lane golden quadrilateral project to the region,…...
Kandla Port pioneers methanol bunkering in step toward green shipping
1+ week, 4+ day ago (223+ words) New Delhi: In a significant move toward decarbonising the maritime sector, Deendayal Port Authority (Kandla Port) has advanced its methanol bunkering capabilities, positioning itself as a key player in India's energy transition efforts and global green shipping corridors, according to…...
VPA celebrates 63rd "National Maritime Day " 2026
2+ week, 1+ day ago (210+ words) Visakhapatnam: Highlightingthe vital role of the maritime sector in global trade and national economic development, Visakhapatnam Port Authority (VPA) celebrated the 63rd "National Maritime Day" on. .. Visakhapatnam: Highlightingthe vital role of the maritime sector in global trade and national economic development,…...
Will continue to harness immense potential of India's maritime sector: PM Modi on National Maritime Day
2+ week, 1+ day ago (374+ words) Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday hailed India's maritime heritage and invaluable contribution on National Maritime Day and reaffirmed commitment to further strengthen the sector. National Maritime Day is celebrated annually on April 5 to commemorate the maiden voyage of the…...
India's major ports handled record 915. 17 million tonnes of cargo in FY26
2+ week, 1+ day ago (202+ words) In a significant achievement for India's maritime sector, the country's major ports have collectively handled 915. 17 million tonnes (MT) of cargo during FY 2025-26, surpassing the annual target of 904 MT, according to a statement issued by the Ministry of Ports, Shipping and…...
Visakhapatnam Port eyes "clean cargo
2+ week, 4+ day ago (371+ words) Visakhapatnam Port intends to minimise cargo that impacts the air quality of Visakhapatnam Shifting from its reliance on traditional bulk cargo, the port focuses on diversifying its cargo compositions With an already existing 10 MW solar power plant, the port plans…...
Multiple energy consignments arrive at Mangaluru port, boost to fuel supply chain
4+ week, 1+ day ago (367+ words) Mangaluru: The New Mangalore Port has witnessed a surge in energy shipments with the arrival of LPG and crude oil vessels, even as more ships are lined up to dock in the coming days, signalling improved fuel supply logistics. A…...
Shipping lanes must remain open: Modi
4+ week, 2+ day ago (260+ words) New Delhi: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday spoke with Iran's President Masoud Pezeshkian, conveying greetings on the occasion of Eid and Nowruz while discussing the evolving situation in West Asia. In a statement, Modi said, "Spoke with President Dr…...
Adani Ports" Haldia Bulk Terminal to strengthen eastern maritime corridor
1+ mon, 6+ day ago (288+ words) The Hans India Setting a new benchmark for efficiency on India's eastern seaboard, Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday commissioned the Haldia Bulk Terminal (HBT) and formally dedicated it to the nation Designed to handle dry bulk cargo at an…...