Merchant Shipping Bill

Parliament Passes Landmark Merchant Shipping Bill, 2025

The Parliament has passed the Merchant Shipping Bill, 2025, aimed at modernizing India's maritime framework and aligning it with international standards. Union Minister Sarbananda Sonowal emphasized that the bill will enhance safety, boost investor confidence, and position India as a leading maritime trade hub. The new legislation replaces

Maritime Bills

Parliament Passes Two Landmark Maritime Bills

In a historic move, the Indian Parliament passed two significant maritime bills, the 'Merchant Shipping Bill, 2024' and the 'Carriage of Goods by Sea Bill, 2025', marking a first for the Ministry of Ports, Shipping and Waterways. These bills aim to modernize India's maritime