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Indian Navy's maiden initiative of IOS Sagar concludes its harbour and sea training phase at Kochi
New Delhi, April 3: Indian Navy's maiden initiative of Indian Ocean Ship Sagar (IOS Sagar) concluded its harbour and sea training phase at Southern Naval Command, Kochi, and the ship with her crew, has left for Karwar, Ministry of Defence said in a press release.
Indian production house inks MoU with Korean firm to facilitate cross-cultural cinematic experiences
Chennai, April 3: In news that is bound to delight fans of Korean content, Chennai-based production house Rise East Entertainment has entered into a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Flix Oven, a prominent South Korean production company, to facilitate cross-cultural cinematic experiences.
Sagarmala has expanded India's port capacity by 528 million tons a year: Minister
New Delhi, April 1: As many as 272 projects, worth around Rs. 1.41 lakh crores, have been completed under the Centre’s flagship Sagarmala programme out of which 103 completed projects under the "modernisation pillar" have resulted in expanding the country’s port capacity by more than 528 million tonnes per annum, the Parliament was informed on Tuesday.
Navika Sagar Parikrama II: Indian Navy's women officers reach Cape Town
Delhi, April 1: Navika Sagar Parikrama II, an expedition undertaken by two women officers of the Indian Navy, Lt Cdr Dilna K and Lt Cdr Roopa A, reached Cape Town, South Africa, on Monday. The officers are sailing aboard the Indian Naval Sailing Vessel (INSV) Tarini as part of their mission to circumnavigate the globe.
AFSPA withdrawn from Dibrugarh, three Assam districts remain under it
Guwahati, March 31: The Armed Forces Special Powers Act (AFSPA) has been withdrawn from Assam's Dibrugarh district, as per a government order. However, AFSPA will remain in effect for an additional six months in the Tinsukia, Charaideo, and Sivasagar districts due to ongoing security concerns.
AFSPA removed from Assam's Dibrugarh, now applicable in three other districts
Guwahati, March 27: Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma on Thursday said that the Union Home Ministry has removed the Armed Forces (Special Powers) Act (AFSPA) from the Dibrugarh district of the state.
Suspended Congress MLAs evicted from Odisha Assembly in midnight operation
Bhubaneswar, March 26: In a dramatic turn of events, security personnel forcibly evicted agitating Congress MLAs from the Odisha Assembly late at night.
Gujarat's coastal power upgrade: Rs 2,534 crore investment to prevent cyclone damage
Gandhinagar, March 25: The Gujarat government has undertaken a phased initiative to convert overhead power lines into underground cables, aiming to ensure uninterrupted electricity supply, particularly for farmers and residents in vulnerable regions.
Nepal to invite global leaders for 'Sagarmatha Sambaad' on Climate Change
Kathmandu, March 24: Nepal will invite heads of state and foreign ministers from various countries to its flagship event, Sagarmatha Sambaad, which will focus on climate change, climate justice, its impact, and related issues.
Mute 80-year-old woman spotted outside Howrah rly stn to return to her home in UP after 2 months
Kolkata, March 20: An elderly and mute woman was rescued by the police from outside the Howrah railway station on Thursday morning, an official said.
'Sagarmala 2.0' to catalyse investments worth Rs 12 lakh crore: Minister
New Delhi, March 20: The Centre is currently executing 839 projects worth Rs 5.79 lakh crore under the 'Sagarmala' programme, with 272 projects already completed at an investment of Rs 1.41 lakh crore.
Sagarmala has been game-changer in unlocking potential of India's maritime sector: Sarbananda Sonowal
New Delhi, March 19: The fourth National Sagarmala Apex Committee (NSAC) meeting on Wednesday decided to boost port-led development and enhance the country's maritime infrastructure.
Govt plans Sagarmala 2.0 with new funding to bridge infrastructure gaps: Sarbananda Sonowal
New Delhi, March 19: The 4th National Sagarmala Apex (NSAC) meeting decided to boost port-led development and enhance the maritime infrastructure of the country. The meet reviewed the implementation status of key projects under the "Sagarmala", the flagship programme of the Ministry of Port Shipping & Waterways (MoPSW).
India's software and IT services exports reach $200 billion in 2023-24: Report
New Delhi, March 13: India's software and IT services exports continued to grow in the financial year 2023-24, reaching an estimated $200 billion, a new report said on Thursday.
INS Ranvir participates in Exercise Bongosagar '25, Indian Navy-B'desh Navy Coordinated patrol
Dhaka, March 13: The India-Bangladesh Naval Exercise Bongosagar 2025 and Coordinated Patrol was conducted in Bay of Bengal this week.
ICGS Saksham's visit to Seychelles strengthens maritime cooperation
New Delhi, March 12: Indian Coast Guard Ship (ICGS) Saksham, an offshore patrol vessel arrived at Port Victoria, Seychelles, on March 12, for a three-day goodwill visit aimed at strengthening maritime cooperation and fostering regional partnerships, the ICG said in an official statement.
PM Modi and myself have agreed on a Joint Vision Document for enhanced strategic partnership, Mauritius PM
Port Louis, March 12: Mauritus Prime Minister Navinchandra Ramgoolam said on Wednesday that Prime Minister Narendra Modi and he personally agreed to strengthen the relations to Mauritius-India Joint Vision Document for an Enhanced Strategic Partnership.
PM Modi holds 'wonderful' talks on India-Mauritius cooperation with Ex PM of Mauritius
Port Blair, March 12: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday met former Prime Minister of Mauritius, Pravind Kumar Jugnauth.
PM Modi explores new avenues with Mauritius PM Ramgoolam to elevate special bond to greater heights
Port Louis, March 12: Prime Minister Narendra Modi held a meeting with his Mauritius counterpart Navinchandra Ramgoolam, where they reviewed bilateral ties and explored new avenues to elevate "special bond to even greater heights."
India-Mauritius ties have no boundaries, will keep working for our people: PM Modi
Port Louis, March 12: Lauding ties between India and Mauritius, Prime Minister Narendra Modi said that the relationship between the two countries has no boundaries, and they will work together for the people of the two nations, as well as the peace and security of the region.
PM Modi departs for state visit to Mauritius, to be Chief Guest at National Day celebrations
New Delhi, March 11: Prime Minister Narendra Modi departed for Mauritius late Monday night on a two-day State visit. He will attend the National Day celebrations as the Chief Guest on March 12.
Mauritius key partner in Indian Ocean, gateway to African Continent: PM Modi
New Delhi, March 10: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday said that he is looking forward to engaging with the Mauritius leadership to elevate the partnership between the two countries in all its facets during his two-day State Visit to the Indian Ocean archipelago, beginning early Tuesday morning.
India and Mauritius set to strengthen civilisational links, bolster maritime security during PM Modi's landmark visit
New Delhi, March 10: The unique and special India-Mauritius relationship, that has deepened significantly over the last 10 years, is set to consolidate further during Prime Minister Narendra Modi's two-day State visit to Port Louis, beginning Tuesday.
Mauritius is close maritime neighbour, key partner in Indian Ocean: PM Modi
New Delhi, March 10: Prime Minister Narendra Modi said on Monday that he looks forward to the opportunity to engage with the Mauritius leadership to elevate bilateral partnership during his two-day visit to the country and strengthen friendship for security and development in the Indian Ocean Region.
India-Bangladesh joint patrol 'Corpat' and bilateral exercise 'Bangosagar' begin in Bay of Bengal
Dhaka, March 10: The 6th joint patrol 'Coordinated Patrol' (CORPAT) and the 4th bilateral exercise 'BONGOSAGOR' are being held for the 6th time with the participation of naval ships of the two countries in the designated areas of the Bangladesh and Indian maritime borders in the Bay of Bengal, Inter Services Public Relations (ISPR) said in a statement on Monday.
Stand together, Stand independent, Sailors of INSV Tarini extend wishes on International Women's Day
New Delhi, March 8: Lt Cdr Dilna and Lt Cdr Roopa sailing INSV Tarini, which is sailing around the earth as part of the Sagar Parikrama, extended their greetings on the occasion of International Women's Day.
Indian Navy hails women officers for historic voyage on International Women's Day
New Delhi, March 8: The Indian Navy on Saturday lauded two women officers from the Navika Sagar Parikrama II expedition for their remarkable courage in sailing through the challenging waters of the South Atlantic Ocean, marking a significant milestone in women's empowerment within the armed forces.
Indian Navy's first training squadron concludes visit to Thailand
New Delhi, March 8: The visit of First Training Squadron (1TS) of Indian Navy comprising the INS Sujata, INS Shardul and ICGS Veera to Phuket Deep Sea Port in Thailand concluded on Friday, Navy officials said.
Rajnath Singh interacts with women crew of Navika Sagar Parikrama on eve of International Women's Day
New Delhi, March 7: On the eve of International Women's Day, Defence Minister Rajnath Singh interacted with the crew members of Navika Sagar Parikrama II. The Defence Minister spoke to Lieutenant Commander Dilna K and Lieutenant Commander Roopa A of the Indian Navy, through video conferencing in New Delhi.
Beacon of Nari Shakti: Rajnath Singh interacts with crew of Navika Sagar Parikrama II on eve of International Women's Day
New Delhi, March 7: Union Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Friday interacted with the crew of Navika Sagar Parikrama II on the eve of International Women's Day and said that their courageous journey aboard INSV Tarini, tackling the immense challenge of circumnavigating the globe, "stands as a beacon of Nari Shakti."
INSV Tarini heads to Cape Town after stop in Port Stanley
New Delhi, March 6: Indian Naval Sailing Vessel (INSV) Tarini departed from Port Stanley and was heading to Cape Town. The Navika Sagar Parikrama circumnavigation is being attempted by a crew of two women officers from the Indian Navy.
Sagar Dhankar murder case: Wrestler Sushil Kumar likely to released from Tihar tomorrow
New Delhi, March 5: Olympian wrestler and accused in Sagar Dhankar murder case, Sushil Kumar likely to be released from Tihar Jail on Thursday.
Uproar in J&K Assembly as NC MLA seeks talks with Pakistan
Jammu, March 5: An uproar erupted in the Jammu and Kashmir Legislative Assembly on Wednesday over the statement of senior National Conference (NC) leader and MLA, Ali Mohammad Sagar, seeking the resumption of talks with Pakistan.
Tripura MLA brings holy water from Mahakumbh for devotees unable to attend grand event
Kamalasagar, February 28: In a heartfelt gesture of devotion, Tripura MLA Antara Sarkar brought the sacred waters of the Triveni Sangam from the recently concluded Prayagraj Mahakumbh to her home state, allowing devotees to experience a spiritual connection despite being unable to attend the grand event.
Asmita Rowing League for women all set for historic start in Hyderabad
Hyderabad, Feb 25: In what could be a huge fillip to the Olympic sport of rowing, the iconic Hussain Sagar Lake will stage the country's first-ever city-based league – Asmita Rowing League – from Wednesday (Feb 26) onwards. Eight teams will be in the fray in the league backed by the Government of India's Khelo India mission.
Exercise 'Sagar Kavach' concludes along West Bengal coast
Kolkata, Feb 22: A two-day exercise to test the coastal security mechanism in the state of West Bengal came to an end on Saturday. The exercise, named 'Sagar Kavach', was coordinated by the commander, Coast Guard Region North East, while the State Coastal Security Operation Centre (SCSOC) at Headquarters Coast Guard District No 8 was the nerve centre.
Navika Sagar Parikrama II: INSV Tarini reaches port Stanley - Third Port of Call
New Delhi, February 18: The Indian Naval Sailing Vessel (INSV) Tarini entered Port Stanley at about 05:15 hours Indian Standard Time (IST) on February 18, completing the third and most challenging phase of Navika Sagar Parikrama II, a pioneering expedition showcasing the resilience, courage, and skill of the Indian Navy's women officers, said an Indian Navy statement on Tuesday.
Qawwali maestro Sagar Bhatia to kick-start India tour, deets inside
New Delhi, February 18: Qawwali maestro Sagar Bhatia is all set to embark on a 15-city nationwide tour.
CM to inaugurate 'Rudra Sagar Setu', other projects in MP's Ujjain
Bhopal, Feb 15: Chief Minister Mohan Yadav will inaugurate 'Rudra Sagar Setu' in Madhya Pradesh's religious city Ujjain on Saturday.
Navika Sagar Parikrama II: Sailing vessel INSV Tarini crosses Cape Horn located at southern tip of South America
New Delhi, February 15: In a historical feat, Lieutenant Commander Dilna K and Lieutenant Commander Roopa A, aboard INSV Tarini, crossed Cape Horn, located at the southern tip of South America, on Saturday while sailing on the third leg of the Navika Sagar Parikrama II expedition, said an Indian Navy statement.