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India's ports now turn around ships in less than 1 day: Sarbananda Sonowal
Updated : 7 months, 3 weeks ago IST
The summit aligns with the Maritime Amrit Kaal Vision (MAKV) 2047, which seeks to position India among the world's leading maritime powers by strengthening shipbuilding, port infrastructure and financial resilience.
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Monsoon Session: Lok Sabha to discuss Scheduled Tribes reservation Bill fo
Updated : 7 months, 3 weeks ago IST
Union Minister of Ports, Shipping and Waterways Sarbananda Sonowal will move The Merchant Shipping Bill, 2024 for consideration and passage.
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Parliament passes Bills of Lading, replaces 169-years-old colonial-era shi
Updated : 7 months, 3 weeks ago IST
The 'Bills of Lading, 2025' bill was passed by the Rajya Sabha, paving the way for Presidential Assent. Tabled by the Union Minister of Ports, Shipping & Waterways (MoPSW), Sarbananda Sonowal, in the Upper House on Monday. It marks a watershed moment for India's maritime sector.
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iiiEM, India's Top Export Import Institute, with 16+ Years of Excellence,
Updated : 8 months, 1 week ago IST
New Delhi [India], July 17: The International Institute of Import & Export Management (iiiEM), a leading name in global trade education since 2008. The Institute is thrilled to announce the launch of its upcoming Export Import batch, starting in August 2025.
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2nd BIMSTEC Conclave discusses logistical links and intra-regional trade,
Updated : 8 months, 1 week ago IST
The Conclave was inaugurated by Minister of Ports, Shipping and Waterways Sarbananda Sonowal and saw participation of delegations of the BIMSTEC member States, comprising officials, maritime experts, port authorities, private sector leaders, and regional development partners, the MEA note
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Union Minister Sarbananda Sonowal launches capacity-building initiatives w
Updated : 8 months, 2 weeks ago IST
According to a release from Ministry of Ports, Shipping and Waterways, the minister laid foundation stones for six projects with a total investment of more than Rs 116 crores with an aim to build new capacity for Visakhapatnam port. Key initiatives include the construction of a B-Ramp within
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Houthi rebels target Israel's Ben Gurion airport after Red Sea ship attack
Updated : 8 months, 2 weeks ago IST
Houthi rebels in Yemen fired a missile at Israel's Ben Gurion airport and sank two ships in the Red Sea, escalating attacks to pressure Israel over Gaza. The US accused them of kidnapping sailors, while Israel responded with airstrikes on Yemeni ports, Al Jazeera reported.
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India highlights maritime safety and gender inclusivity at the 134th Sessi
Updated : 8 months, 2 weeks ago IST
The Indian delegation, led by TK Ramachandran, IAS, Secretary, Ministry of Ports, Shipping and Waterways, Government of India, is participating in the 134th session of the Council of the International Maritime Organisation (IMO) in London.
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Indian Navy gets first indigenous diving support vessel INS Nistar
Updated : 8 months, 3 weeks ago IST
The warship has been designed and built as per the classification rules of the Indian Register of Shipping (IRS). The ship is highly specialised and can undertake Deep-Sea Diving and Rescue Operations - a capability held by select Navies across the globe.
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CBI takes custody of alleged economic offender Monika Kapoor in US, ends 2
Updated : 8 months, 3 weeks ago IST
As per the CBI statement, fugitive Monika Kapoor, Prop Of Monika Overseas, in conspiracy with her brothers, namely Rajan Khanna and Rajiv Khanna, forged export documents viz. shipping bills, invoices and bank certificates of export and realization during the year 1998 and obtained 6 reple
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Rakhibazaar Launches 2025 Rakhi Collection with Exclusive Designer Rakhis
Updated : 8 months, 3 weeks ago IST
New Delhi [India], July 8: The festival of Raksha Bandhan is approaching soon; Rakhibazaar, India's leading rakhi store, proudly announces the launch of its exclusive 2025 collection of designer rakhis. They have mastered the art of online rakhi shipping, offering express delivery with optio
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Modi govt plans Rs 5,000 crore investment to develop Northeast waterways:
Updated : 8 months, 3 weeks ago IST
Union Minister of Ports, Shipping and Waterways, Sarbananda Sonowal on Monday announced multiple initiatives by the government to boost the waterways and maritime sector in the region.
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