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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 showcases India's ancient maritime prowess during Republic
Updated : 4 months, 1 week ago IST
Indian Navy Tableau showcased the country's traditional shipbuilding prowess, centring INSV Kaundinya, the hand-stitched ship that sailed from Gujarat to Oman, retracing the roots of the country's 5,000-year-old seafaring legacy.
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India's "Voyage across time": INSV Kaundinya showcases 5,000 years of mari
Updated : 4 months, 3 weeks ago IST
INSV Kaundinya successfully completed its maiden 18-day voyage from Porbandar to Muscat, showcasing India's ancient stitched-shipbuilding heritage and civilisational ties with Oman and the Gulf. Built without nails and inspired by Ajanta cave paintings, it symbolises indigenous craftsmans
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"Historic moment of pride": Union Minister Sarbananda Sonowal hails INSV K
Updated : 4 months, 3 weeks ago IST
INSV Kaundinya completed an 18-day voyage from Gujarat to Muscat and received a water salute. Sarbananda Sonowal called it a proud moment linked to PM Modi's vision to revive ancient shipbuilding. The stitched ship reflects India's maritime heritage and historic Gulf ties.
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"I was fanatically tracking the ship": Sanjeev Sanyal's wife recalls anxio
Updated : 4 months, 3 weeks ago IST
Smita Barooah, wife of INSV Kaundinya crew member and Prime Minister's Economic Advisory Council member Sanjeev Sanyal, shared her emotions as the vessel completed its maiden voyage to Muscat. Sanyal praised the Indian Navy and credited the Prime Minister's support. Union Minister Sarbananda
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Indian Navy Showcases India's Maritime legacy at World Book Fair 2026
Updated : 4 months, 3 weeks ago IST
According to the Ministry of Defence, the 9-day mega fair was organised by the National Book Trust, an autonomous organisation under the Ministry of Education. This fair was inaugurated by the Union Minister of Education, Dharmendra Pradhan.
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Bali Jatra UK 2025 Makes History at the House of Lords -- A Two-Day Celebr
Updated : 6 months, 3 weeks ago IST
London [UK] / Bhubaneswar (Odisha) [India], November 17: Bali Jatra, one of India's most historic and celebrated maritime festivals, was commemorated today at the iconic House of Lords through the Global South Maritime Heritage Summit 2025. Organised by the Odisha Society of United Kingdom (
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Kartik Purnima: Massive traffic snarl at Digha AIIMS Road in Patna due to
Updated : 7 months ago IST
A significant number of devotees thronged the riverfront to take a holy dip, marking the sacred day with prayers and rituals. The sacred occasion witnessed a large turnout of devotees offering prayers and floating miniature boats as part of the centuries-old ritual symbolising the country
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Celebrating Odisha's Maritime Legacy: Bali Jatra Arrives at UK Parliament
Updated : 8 months, 1 week ago IST
London [UK], October 1: The historic House of Lords, London, will host Bali Jatra UK 2025 on 14th November 2025, marking a landmark occasion that brings one of the world's largest cultural festivals to Britain's corridors of democracy.
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World Maritime Day: Naveen Patnaik advocates for promotion of sustainable
Updated : 8 months, 1 week ago IST
"Seaborne trade and commerce keep global economy moving. On World Maritime Day, let's join hands to promote sustainable shipping and celebrate Odisha's glorious maritime legacy. For centuries, Kalinga served as the subcontinent's window to the eastern seas as seafarers of this land sailed to
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Odisha: Indian Navy to showcase maritime prowess at Puri beach on Navy Day
Updated : 1 year, 7 months ago IST
The 2024 Op Demo to be held against the backdrop of the pristine Blue Flag Beach, symbolizes the connection between the Indian Navy and the maritime legacy of the State of Odisha.
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Pranab Mukherjee lauds people of Odisha for their naturally-entrepreneursh
Updated : 7 years, 2 months ago IST
Bhubaneswar (Odisha) [India], Mar 15 (ANI): Former President of India Pranab Mukherjee lauded the people of Odisha for their maritime legacy and naturally inhabited entrepreneurship skills here on Monday.
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