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Union Minister Sonowal launches over Rs 1,500 crore projects at VOC Port;
Updated : 2 months, 3 weeks ago IST
A key highlight of the event was the inauguration of the VOC Maritime Heritage Museum, an immersive institution dedicated to India's maritime legacy and the contribution of freedom fighter V.O. Chidambaranar. The museum has been conceived as a cultural and educational landmark for souther
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INSV Kaundinya's voyage to retrace ancient Indian transoceanic trade route
Updated : 5 months, 1 week ago IST
As INSV Kaundinya is set to embark on its maiden voyage on December 29, the sailing vessel represents the legacy of stitched shipbuilding and India's timeless maritime connect with the Indian Ocean world.
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"Idea is to demonstrate capability of great voyages across Indian Ocean":
Updated : 5 months, 2 weeks ago IST
Notably, INSV Kaundinya, will undertake her maiden overseas voyage on December 29, 2025. The vessel will be flagged off from Porbandar, Gujarat, for Muscat, Oman, symbolically retracing the historic maritime routes that connected India to the wider Indian Ocean world for millennia.
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Gujarat's Deendayal Port bags two awards for sustainability initiatives, c
Updated : 6 months, 3 weeks ago IST
Deendayal Port Authority, Kandla has been conferred with the prestigious Green Gateway Award - Green Visionary Port of the Year at SustainPort India 2025, Goa, organised by Mission Energy Foundation.
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"India's maritime position, naval capabilities a bridge between Indo-Pacif
Updated : 7 months, 2 weeks ago IST
"India's maritime position, democratic stability, and naval capabilities are playing a bridge between the Indo-Pacific and the Global South, effectively accelerating development, security, and the environment. India's maritime history is very old. Historical evidence of India's maritime h
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PM Modi emphasises strengthening maritime sector, ports on National Mariti
Updated : 1 year, 2 months ago IST
Prime Minister Narendra Modi, on the occasion of National Maritime Day, emphasised the strengthening of the maritime sector and ports in the country.
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National Maritime Heritage Complex a monumental tribute to India's maritim
Updated : 1 year, 6 months ago IST
The development of the National Maritime Heritage Complex at Gujarat's Lothal is set to serve as a monumental tribute to India's ancient maritime history, bringing to life the technological advancements, trade routes, and cultural exchanges, that our ancestors pioneered, Union minister for p
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"We salute valiant personnel of Indian Navy": PM Modi extends greetings on
Updated : 1 year, 6 months ago IST
"On Navy Day, we salute the valiant personnel of the Indian Navy who protect our seas with unmatched courage and dedication. Their commitment ensures the safety, security and prosperity of our nation. We also take great pride in India's rich maritime history," PM Modi posted on X.
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Vizinjham port will reduce time, logistics cost for Indian manufacturers:
Updated : 1 year, 11 months ago IST
This milestone event marks India's entry into the global transshipment and ushers in a new era in India's maritime history, positioning Vizhinjam as a critical player in the international trade routes.
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Milestone moment in India's maritime history, mothership 'San Fernando' be
Updated : 1 year, 11 months ago IST
About Vizhingam Port Project, Vizhinjam International Seaport in Kerala is a critical economic infrastructure project promoted by the Government of Kerala in a Public Private Partnership (PPP) mode. It is the largest private sector investment in Kerala.
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UK sends two minehunter ships to boost Ukraine's Black Sea forces
Updated : 2 years, 6 months ago IST
"As an island nation with a proud maritime history, the UK and Royal Navy are particularly well-placed to support this endeavour, which will form part of a series of new coalitions formed between allies to ensure an enduring military commitment in support of Ukraine," UK Defence Secretary Gr
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INS Vikrant has capacity of 2 football grounds; cables used can cover Koch
Updated : 3 years, 9 months ago IST
Kochi (Kerala) [India], September 2 (ANI): Commissioning INS Vikrant, India's first indigenous aircraft carrier and the largest ship ever built in the country's maritime history, Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday said the achievement is a "unique reflection of India becoming self-rel
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