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New Maritime Laws Undergo Comprehensive Stakeholder Engagement Before Implementation

Official Press

13 Feb 2026

The Ministry of Ports, Shipping and Waterways in India is actively working on implementing new maritime legislations, the Coastal Shipping Act, 2025, Merchant Shipping Act, 2025, and Indian Ports Act, 2025 through an extensive rule-making and consultative process. Over fourteen technical committees have been formed to draft the necessary rules. Legal experts and stakeholders like shipowners, seafarers’ associations, and government departments are actively participating to ensure effective and timely enforcement of these laws.

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Prime Minister Narendra Modi Expresses Gratitude to President Emmanuel Macron for Holi Greetings

Prime Minister Narendra Modi conveyed his thanks to the French President, Emmanuel Macron, over X for his Holi wishes and extended warm Holi greetings to the people of France. Source: Original Link

Union Minister Scindia Defines India's Vision for Connectivity at MWC 2026

Union Minister of Communications, Shri Jyotiraditya M. Scindia, spearheaded India's participation at the Mobile World Congress 2026 in Barcelona, Spain, by articulating India's vision for affordable and intelligent connectivity. He delivered keynotes on themes such as 'Breaking the Cost Barrier' and 'Built for

Vice-President of India Set to Visit Karnataka for Major Temple Ceremony

Vice-President of India, Shri C. P. Radhakrishnan, is scheduled to visit Karnataka on March 5, 2026. During this visit, he will participate as the Chief Guest in the inauguration ceremony of the Rajagopuram, Kalasarohan, and Mahakumbhabhishekam at the Sri Veerabhadreshwar Temple in Yadur, Belagavi. Source: Original Link

7th India–Japan CEPA Joint Committee Meeting in Tokyo Boosts Bilateral Trade

The 7th Joint Committee Meeting under the India–Japan Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA) took place on March 2, 2026, in Tokyo. Co-chaired by Shri Rajesh Agrawal, India's Secretary of the Department of Commerce, and a senior Japanese official, the meeting focused on strengthening economic ties and exploring

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Prime Minister Narendra Modi Expresses Gratitude to President Emmanuel Macron for Holi Greetings

Union Minister Scindia Defines India's Vision for Connectivity at MWC 2026

Vice-President of India Set to Visit Karnataka for Major Temple Ceremony

7th India–Japan CEPA Joint Committee Meeting in Tokyo Boosts Bilateral Trade