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The Ministry of Railways has significantly increased its safety budget, tripling it over a decade to ₹1,17,693 crore by 2025-26. This investment focuses on passenger security through modern safety measures, including the comprehensive deployment of the Kavach Automatic Train Protection system across the rail network and the installation
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The Centre for Trade and Investment Law at the Indian Institute of Foreign Trade, alongside Bennett University's School of Law, held the 3rd International Moot Court Competition from February 6-8, 2026, focusing on international trade law and labor standards. The event, involving both national and international law students,
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Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated the new Prime Minister’s Office, 'Seva Teerth,' marking a significant milestone in emphasizing public service in Indian democracy. Union Home Minister Amit Shah lauds the event as a symbol of the government's commitment to selfless service and its role in
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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.
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The Ministry of Ports, Shipping, and Waterways has outlined the development plans for National Waterways in Tamil Nadu. These include the Buckingham Canal, River Bhavani, River Kaveri-Kollidam, River Pazhyar, and River Ponniyar. The Inland Waterways Authority of India (IWAI) has completed feasibility studies for these waterways and allocated Rs.5.
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The Ministry of Ports, Shipping and Waterways has approved eight projects in Karnataka under the Sagarmala scheme, totaling a budget of ₹491 crore. These projects, aimed at improving coastal community development and port modernization, include the modernization of fishing harbors, installation of fire fighting equipment, and construction of a coastal
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The Indian government is actively working on the development and modernization of ports in Andhra Pradesh as part of its national port expansion and improvement strategy. Key projects in Andhra Pradesh include the construction of Mulapeta Port, Machilipatnam Port, Ramayapatnam Port, and Kakinada SEZ Port. The initiatives aim to enhance
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During the International Conference on Evolving Landscape of Housing Finance, Union Minister Shri Manohar Lal proposed a National Housing Exchange mechanism for efficient housing solutions, emphasizing inclusivity, affordability, and sustainability in urban housing development. Source: Original Link
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The latest updates from a series of press releases highlight key diplomatic and governmental activities of India in February 2026, including high-profile state visits, significant international agreements, and strategic consultations. Notable developments include the appointment of Shri Puneet Agrawal as the next Indian Ambassador to Thailand, a state visit by
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The Ministry of Ports, Shipping, and Waterways in India is carrying out dredging operations in the River Ganga to maintain a navigable depth of 3 meters. This is part of efforts to ensure smooth cargo vessel movement along National Waterway-1. Inland Waterways Authority of India is handling the operation on
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Between Financial Years 2014-15 and 2024-25, cargo handled by Major Ports in India increased significantly, maintaining a dominant position by handling over half of the country's cargo. Policy reforms have spurred competition and efficiency by enabling foreign direct investment and private sector involvement, as reported by the Union
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The Vizhinjam International Seaport Project, a collaboration between the Government of Kerala and Adani Vizhinjam Port Private Limited, has commenced with significant investments from both governmental and private entities. The project aims to ramp up its capacity to 5.7 million TEUs annually by 2028 through an advanced phase that