IMO condemns attacks on shipping, calls for safe-passage framework in Strait of Hormuz
LONDON : IMO Council condemns attacks on merchant ships and urges international coordination to safeguard civilian shipping, during extraordinary session in London. The IMO Council met from 18 to 19 March, 2026 to discuss
Paradip Port Authority surpasses 150 MMT Cargo throughput, Sets New National Benchmark
PARADIP: In a landmark achievement for India’s maritime sector, the Paradip Port Authority has surpassed an impressive 150.22 million tonnes (MMT) in cargo throughput—accomplished with 12 days still remaining in the financial year. This
CMA CGM introduces PSS on Asia–West Africa Trade
MARSEILLE : Global shipping major CMA CGM has announced the implementation of a Peak Season Surcharge (PSS) on cargo shipments from Asia to key West and Central African markets, effective March 23, 2026, until
Cabinet approves a new era of Plug-and-Play Industrial Development through Bharat Audyogik Vikas Yojna (BHAVYA)
NEW DELHI : In a landmark step towards accelerating industrial growth, the Union Cabinet chaired by the Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi has approved the Bharat Audyogik Vikas Yojna (BHAVYA), with an allocation of
India offers insurance support as small exporters face cash-flow strain
NEW DELHI : Indian small and medium exporters are facing payment delays and cash‑flow stress as war‑risk premiums and emergency surcharges drive freight rates sharply higher, the trade ministry said on Thursday.Routes through conflict‑hit
Inauguration of new Saradhana Gati Shakti Multi Modal Cargo Terminal on WDFC
NEW DELHI : Shri. Praveen Kumar, MD/DFCCIL, inaugurated the New Saradhana Gati Shakti Cargo Multi Modal Terminal (GCT) on the Western Dedicated Freight Corridor (WDFC), along with Sh. Shobhit Bhatnagar, Director/OP & BD; Sh.
MSC Alexandra broke her mooring lines at Mundra Port, containers overturn in gusty winds
MUNDRA: Due to a sudden change in weather and strong winds across Gujarat, a serious situation developed at Mundra Port in Kutch on Thursday. Amid the Meteorological Department’s forecast of thunderstorms and gusty winds,
110th Meeting of Network Planning Group under PM GatiShakti evaluates key Infrastructure projects
The 110th Meeting of the Network Planning Group (NPG) was convened at the Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade (DPIIT) to evaluate infrastructure projects. The meeting focused on enhancing multimodal connectivity and