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Major ports under the Union Ministry of Ports, Shipping and Waterways handled 915.17 million tonnes (MT) of cargo during the financial year 2025-26, surpassing the annual target of 904 MT, and registering a strong year-on-year growth of 7.06%. The achievement highlights improved operational efficiency, robust trade recovery, and sustained momentum in the maritime sector, according to the Ministry. It also reflects "the impact of ongoing reforms and strategic investments aimed at modernising por ...Read More >
New Delhi [India], April 5 (ANI): In a significant achievement for India's maritime sector, the Major Ports under the Ministry of Ports, Shipping and Waterways have collectively handled 915.17 million tonnes (MT) of cargo during FY 2025-26, surpassing the annual target of 904 MT. This marks a year-on-year growth of 7.06 per cent, reaffirming the sector's strong recovery, enhanced efficiency, and sustained growth trajectory, the Ministry of Ports, Shipping and Waterways reported. This milestone ...Read More >
New Delhi, April 5 (SocialNews.XYZ) 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 Waterways to mark National Maritime Day. This reflects a year-on-year growth of 7.06 per cent, reaffirming the sector's strong recovery and sustained growth trajectory driven by transform ...Read More >
VISAKHAPATNAM: Visakhapatnam Port Authority (VPA) recorded cargo throughput of 91.17 million metric tonnes (MMT) in the financial year 2025-26, registering a growth of about 10.35 per cent over the previous year. The performance marks an improvement over 82.62 MMT handled in 2024-25, 81.09 MMT in 2023-24, and 73.75 MMT in 2022-23. A stakeholders' meet was held in Visakhapatnam on Wednesday. Speaking on the occasion, VPA Chairperson M Angamuthu attributed the growth to coordinated efforts of por ...Read More >
Visakhapatnam: Following an incremental rise of petroleum products in cargo composition summing up to a 25 percent jump, the 92-year-old Visakhapatnam Port has laid out an action plan for a Rs.3,000 crore-project with a special emphasis on 'clean cargo'. Shifting from its reliance on traditional bulk cargo, Visakhapatnam Port focuses on diversifying its compositions towards much cleaner and more varied cargo. Although petroleum products are generally handled in the harbour through direct pipel ...Read More >
Visakhapatnam: The Visakhapatnam Port Authority has achieved a historic milestone by recording its highest-ever cargo throughput of 91.17 million metric tonnes in the financial year 2025-26. This represents a growth of over 10 per cent compared to the previous year. The achievement not only surpasses the prior record of 82.62mmt but also reinforces the port's position among India's leading ports, marking another significant milestone in its 92-year history, according to VPA chairperson, M Anga ...Read More >
Visakhapatnam: Minister for Ports, Shipping and Waterways Sarbananda Sonowal will flag off the large gas carrier (VLGC) vessel Shivalik during its maiden call to India at Visakhapatnam Port on October 6 (Monday). The Shivalik has been recently acquired and inducted under the Indian flag by the Shipping Corporation of India (SCI) on September 10th, marking a significant milestone in India's maritime growth story. The vessel, operating under Indian ownership and flag, is scheduled to call at Vis ...Read More >
VISAKHAPATNAM: Union Minister for Ports, Shipping and Waterways Sarbananda Sonowal will flag off the Very Large Gas Carrier (VLGC) Shivalik during its maiden call to India at Visakhapatnam Port on Monday. Shivalik, acquired and registered under the Indian flag by the Shipping Corporation of India (SCI) on September 10, 2025, marks a key milestone in India's maritime and energy sectors. The vessel will arrive at Visakhapatnam Port on October 6 to unload its maiden consignment of LPG cargo. Offi ...Read More >
"These MoUs are a testament to India's maritime resurgence. By fostering collaboration between states, industries and global partners, we are unlocking a new era of shipbuilding and port-led growth. This is not only about infrastructure, it is about creating jobs, empowering communities and establishing India as a leading maritime nation in the world," added Sonowal. A MoU Exchange Ceremony took place on the eve of the "Samudra Se Samriddhi - Transforming India's Maritime Sector" programme on S ...Read More >
Bhavnagar (Gujarat) [India], September 28 (ANI): A MoU Exchange Ceremony took place on the eve of the "Samudra Se Samriddhi - Transforming India's Maritime Sector" programme on September 19 at Bhavnagar, Gujarat. According to the Ministry of Ports, Shipping and Waterways' release, this event was addressed by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, in which a number of projects pertaining to the maritime sector were launched. Also Read | Karur Tragedy: Madras High Court Cancels Urgent Hearing on Stampede ...Read More >
Bhavnagar (Gujarat) [India], September 28 (ANI): A MoU Exchange Ceremony took place on the eve of the Samudra Se Samriddhi - Transforming India Maritime Sector programme on September 19 at Bhavnagar, Gujarat. According to the Ministry of Ports, Shipping and Waterways release, this event was addressed by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, in which a number of projects pertaining to the maritime sector were launched. The MOUs were signed on September 18th in the presence of Union Minister of Ports, S ...Read More >
In a major relief to the State government which drew flak from the opposition over the shortage of urea, the State is set to receive 27,650 metric tonnes of urea in the next four days. The State had received urea to the tune of 11,930 metric tonnes on Friday and this was preceded by receipt of 23,000 metric tonnes in the last couple of days, Agriculture Minister Tummala Nageswara Rao said. The Minister directed the department officials to reiterate the plea to the Central government to revive t ...Read More >
Visakhapatnam: Celebrating the spirit of women's cricket and building anticipation for the upcoming global event, ICC Women's Cricket World Cup 2025 Trophy Tour with DP World completes its Visakhapatnam visit. The tour began on September 7 at ACA-VDCA Stadium, one of the five venues for the World Cup, where senior Andhra Cricket Association officials, including secretary Sana Sathish Babu and joint secretary Boyalla Vijay Kumar, welcomed the iconic trophy. The event brought together 70 women c ...Read More >
IMAGE: Fans pose with the ICC Women's Cricket World Cup 2025 trophy during the Trophy Tour with DP World in Guwahati. Photograph: ICC Guwahati's cricketing spirit took center stage as it played host to the ICC Women's Cricket World Cup 2025 Trophy Tour. Marking a historic first for the city, the tour celebrated not just the game, but the power of sport to bring communities together and inspire the next generation. IMAGE: Students of NPS International School welcome the ICC Women's Cricket Wor ...Read More >
Visakhapatnam (Andhra Pradesh) [India] September 12 (ANI): The ICC Women's Cricket World Cup 2025 Trophy Tour with DP World completes its Visakhapatnam visit, celebrating the spirit of women's cricket and building anticipation for the upcoming global event, as per a release from DP World. The tour began on September 7 at the ACA-VDCA Stadium, one of the five venues for the World Cup, where senior Andhra Cricket Association officials, including Secretary Sana Sathish Babu and Joint Secretary Boy ...Read More >
Visakhapatnam (Andhra Pradesh) [India] September 12 (ANI): The ICC Women Cricket World Cup 2025 Trophy Tour with DP World completes its Visakhapatnam visit, celebrating the spirit of women cricket and building anticipation for the upcoming global event, as per a release from DP World. The tour began on September 7 at the ACA-VDCA Stadium, one of the five venues for the World Cup, where senior Andhra Cricket Association officials, including Secretary Sana Sathish Babu and Joint Secretary Boyalla ...Read More >
Visakhapatnam, Sep 12 (SocialNews.XYZ) The ICC Women's ODI World Cup 2025 Trophy Tour completed its Visakhapatnam leg, celebrating the spirit of women's cricket and building anticipation for the upcoming global event. The tour began on September 7 at the ACA-VDCA Stadium, one of the five venues for the World Cup, where senior Andhra Cricket Association officials - including Secretary Sana Sathish Babu and Joint Secretary Boyalla Vijay Kumar - welcomed the iconic trophy. The event brought toget ...Read More >
Union Minister Sarbananda Sonowal will inaugurate the second BIMSTEC ports conclave in Visakhapatnam on July 14, aiming to boost regional maritime cooperation. The two-day event, themed 'Navigating the Future,' will gather delegates from BIMSTEC nations, port authorities, and experts. The conclave is expected to strengthen Visakhapatnam's position as a strategic maritime hub. Union Minister Sarbananda Sonowal will inaugurate the second Bay of Bengal Initiative for Multi-Sectoral Technical and E ...Read More >
Visakhapatnam, Jul 15 (PTI) The final day of the Bay of Bengal Initiative for Multi-Sectoral Technical and Economic Cooperation (BIMSTEC) Ports Conclave in Visakhapatnam deliberated on regional trade, cruise tourism, maritime collaboration, and other key areas. The Visakhapatnam Port Authority (VPA), which hosted the two-day conclave themed 'Navigating the Future: Blue Economy, Innovation & Sustainable Partnerships', brought together ministerial delegations, port authorities, maritime experts, ...Read More >
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Visakhapatnam, Jul 15 (PTI) The final day of the Bay of Bengal Initiative for Multi-Sectoral Technical and Economic Cooperation (BIMSTEC) Ports Conclave in Visakhapatnam deliberated on regional trade, cruise tourism, maritime collaboration, and other key areas. The Visakhapatnam Port Authority (VPA), which hosted the two-day conclave themed 'Navigating the Future: Blue Economy, Innovation & Sustainable Partnerships', brought together ministerial delegations, port authorities, maritime experts, ...Read More >
Union Minister Sarbananda Sonowal unveils major infrastructure projects worth over Rs 276 crores at Visakhapatnam Port. Initiatives include new cargo handling facilities, a public promenade to boost cruise tourism, modern digital systems for safer operations, and advanced maritime education programs, enhancing the port's competitiveness on a global scale. In a substantial move towards upgrading India's maritime infrastructure, Union Minister of Ports, Shipping & Waterways, Sarbananda Sonowal, a ...Read More >
Visakhapatnam, Jul 14 (PTI) Union Minister for Ports, Shipping and Waterways Sarbananda Sonowal on Monday inaugurated the second Bay of Bengal Initiative for Multi-Sectoral Technical and Economic Cooperation (BIMSTEC) Ports Conclave here, stressing that India aims to emerge as a global maritime hub. Hosted by Visakhapatnam Port Authority (VPA), the two-day conclave is themed as 'Navigating the Future: Blue Economy, Innovation & Sustainable Partnerships', bringing together ministerial delegation ...Read More >
Visakhapatnam: Reaffirming India's commitment to strengthen regional maritime connectivity and cooperation across the Bay of Bengal Initiative for Multi-Sectoral Technical and Economic Cooperation (BIMSTEC) region, Visakhapatnam Port Authority (VPA) is going to host the second BIMSTEC Ports Conclave at Novotel on Monday (July 14). Focusing on the theme 'navigating the future: blue economy, innovation and sustainable partnerships', the two-day conclave will bring together ministerial delegations ...Read More >
Visakhapatnam, Jul 13 (PTI) Union Minister Sarbananda Sonowal will inaugurate the second Bay of Bengal Initiative for Multi-Sectoral Technical and Economic Cooperation (BIMSTEC) ports conclave in Visakhapatnam on July 14. The two-day event, to be held until July 15, aims to enhance regional maritime cooperation under the BIMSTEC framework, said an official press release. "BIMSTEC enhances regional unity through maritime cooperation and trade connectivity," said T Venu Gopal, secretary, Visakha ...Read More >
Visakhapatnam, Jul 13 (PTI) Union Minister Sarbananda Sonowal will inaugurate the second Bay of Bengal Initiative for Multi-Sectoral Technical and Economic Cooperation (BIMSTEC) ports conclave in Visakhapatnam on July 14. The two-day event, to be held until July 15, aims to enhance regional maritime cooperation under the BIMSTEC framework, said an official press release. Also Read | Chennai Power Cut on July 15: Several Parts of Tamil Nadu Capital To Face 5-Hour Outage for Maintenance Work, Ch ...Read More >
VISAKHAPATNAM: The second Bay of Bengal Initiative for Multi-Sectoral Technical and Economic Cooperation (BIMSTEC) Ports Conclave will be held in Visakhapatnam on July 14 and 15, according to an official release from the Visakhapatnam Port Authority. The two-day conclave, themed "Navigating the Future: Blue Economy, Innovation, and Sustainable Partnerships", will bring together ministerial delegations, port authorities, maritime experts, and business leaders from BIMSTEC member countries -- Ban ...Read More >
Indore (Madhya Pradesh) [India] July 8 (ANI): Union Minister for Development of the North Eastern Region (DoNER), Jyotiraditya Scindia, on Monday highlighted the rapid progress being made in India's Northeastern states and reiterated Prime Minister Narendra Modi's 'resolve' to make the Northeastern region the 'growth engine' of India. Interacting with media on Monday in Indore, Scindia said, 'The Prime Minister's resolve is to make the Northeastern region the growth engine of India. The Governm ...Read More >
Guwahati (Assam) [India], July 7 (ANI): 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. "With an investment of Rs 5,000 crore earmarked, the Union Government has drawn up major initiatives in this regard," Sarbananda Sonowal said. Also Read | US Demands Trade Deals or Threatens Tariffs by August 1. He said that, over the past 11 years, the Ministry of Ports, ...Read More >
New Delhi [India], July 7 (ANI): 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. With an investment of 5,000 crores earmarked, the Union Government has drawn up major initiatives in this regard, a release from the Ministry of Ports, Shipping and Waterways said. As per the release, over the past 11 years, the Ministry of Ports, Shipping, and Waterways (MoPSW) ...Read More >
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