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ClassNK publishes first guidelines to include SMS Simplification
TOKYO : ClassNK, one of the world’s largest classification societies, has released Prime Shipmanagement Guidelines. This 59-page document offers practical steps to improve ship management. It focuses on resilience, clear roles, and simpler procedures.
May 10, 2025
Sarbananda Sonowal conducts Comprehensive Review of Key Maritime Projects
MUMBAI : The Union Minister of Ports, Shipping and Waterways, Shri Sarbananda Sonowal conducted extensive review meetings with officials in Mumbai. Considering the prevailing situation, the Union Minister took stock of key maritime projects
May 10, 2025
India’s largest ports reopen amid rising Pakistan tensions
NEW DELHI : India’s Kandla and Mundra ports in Gujarat resumed operations Friday after being shut overnight amid rising tensions with neighbour Pakistan. Due to “heightened security concerns”, the port — located in the
May 10, 2025
Gujarat becomes the 1st state to start implementing Cruise Bharat Mission
“Gujarat Charts Ambitious Course for Cruise Tourism Growth with Landmark Stakeholder Consultation“ MUMBAI : In a significant move to unlock its vast coastal potential and establish itself as a premier cruise tourism destination, Gujarat
May 10, 2025
32 airports closed, security heightened as India-Pak tension escalates
NEW DELHI : The Airports Authority of India (AAI) and relevant aviation authorities have issued a series of notices to Airmen (NOTAMs) announcing the temporary closure of 32 airports across Northern and Western India
May 10, 2025
Ind–Pak crisis disrupts freight traffic in South Asia
KOLKATA : India bans the import of goods from Pakistan and the handling of Pakistani cargo in its harbours. Pakistan stops border trade and closes airspace. Shipping companies react with route changes and transit
May 10, 2025
First round of India–New Zealand FTA negotiations concludes
NEW DELHI : In a major step towards expanding bilateral trade and investment engagement, the first round of negotiations for the India–New Zealand Free Trade Agreement (FTA) concluded successfully here. The negotiations were held
May 10, 2025
India and Chile sign Terms of Reference for CEPA Negotiations
NEW DELHI : India and Chile signed the Terms of Reference (ToR) for a Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA) on 08 May 2025, marking a significant advancement in their bilateral trade relations. The mutually
May 10, 2025