Thiruvananthapuram: Union Minister of State (Independent Charge) for Science & Technology, Earth Sciences, and PMO, Dr Jitendra Singh emphasized that Kerala’s next decade is pivotal for achieving India’s Vision Bharat goals. Speaking at a programme organized by the Institute of Engineers and NGOs under former Union Minister Shri Muralidharan, Dr…
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Sonowal Launches ₹1,500 Cr Projects at VOC Port
Tuticorin, February 23, 2026: Union Minister of Ports, Shipping and Waterways Sarbananda Sonowal on Sunday inaugurated and laid the foundation stone for projects worth over ₹1,500 crore at V.O. Chidambaranar Port Authority (VOC Port), marking a major step toward green energy integration, digital transformation and infrastructure expansion. Major Infrastructure and…
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India Launches EEZ Fishing Access Pass to Boost Exports, Livelihoods
Union Minister Shri Rajiv Ranjan Singh Alias Lalan Singh will inaugurate the Access Pass for fishing in India’s Exclusive Economic Zone (EEZ) on 20th February 2026 at Veraval, Gujarat. The launch aims to operationalize the EEZ Rules, strengthen fisher livelihoods, and expand seafood exports. Unlocking India’s Offshore Fisheries Potential India’s…
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India Pushes Maritime Law Reforms, Boosts Smart Protein
India has taken significant steps to modernise its maritime regulatory framework while simultaneously advancing indigenous biotechnology solutions to strengthen sustainability and food security. The government is accelerating implementation of key maritime laws to enhance shipping efficiency, safety, and governance, while also supporting domestic innovation in animal nutrition through cutting-edge antimicrobial…
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Paradip Port Drives Odisha Growth With Record Cargo
Paradip, Odisha: Paradip Port Authority has emerged as a cornerstone of Odisha’s ambitious economic transformation, achieving record cargo handling while unveiling major expansion plans that position the port as a future global maritime gateway. The port’s operational strength and strategic vision are set to play a crucial role in driving…
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Sagarmala Boosts India’s Maritime Trade, Port Capacity
India’s ambitious Sagarmala Project is significantly transforming the country’s maritime trade landscape by modernizing ports, improving cargo capacity, and strengthening coastal shipping networks. The government has completed multiple infrastructure projects under the initiative, boosting efficiency, reducing logistics costs, and enhancing India’s global trade competitiveness. Union Minister of Ports, Shipping and…
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PMMSY Boosts Fisheries and Aquaculture Growth in Maharashtra
The fisheries and aquaculture sector in Maharashtra is witnessing a major transformation under the Pradhan Mantri Matsya Sampada Yojana (PMMSY), with the Union Government approving projects worth ₹981.72 crore over the last three years and the current financial year. The investments aim to strengthen marine and inland fisheries, enhance infrastructure,…
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Institutional Finance Powers India’s Fisheries Blue Economy
India’s fisheries sector, long regarded as a subsistence-driven activity, is undergoing a decisive transformation into a growth-oriented Blue Economy engine, powered by institutional finance, digital integration, and targeted policy support. Recognised as a “Sunrise Sector,” fisheries now contribute 1.12 per cent to the country’s Gross Value Added and sustain the…
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India, Seychelles Deepen Maritime, Blue Economy Ties in Mumbai
India and Seychelles took a significant step towards strengthening maritime cooperation and blue economy engagement during a high-level Indo-Seychelles Business Roundtable held in Mumbai. The dialogue brought together political leadership, policymakers and business representatives to explore opportunities in maritime trade, sustainable ocean-based industries and long-term economic collaboration in the Indian…
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Op Sindoor Showcased ICG’s Frontline Maritime Role: Rajnath
Raksha Mantri Rajnath Singh on Sunday said that Operation Sindoor demonstrated seamless inter-service coordination within India’s multi-layered maritime security framework and reaffirmed the Indian Coast Guard’s role as a frontline force safeguarding the nation’s maritime borders. Addressing the 50th Raising Day celebrations of the Indian Coast Guard (ICG) in New…