MOU SIGNED FOR FERRY
India gifts Maldives first high-speed ferry for new transport link
India has rolled out a series of transport link services in the Maldives to enhance connectivity. India has reaffirmed its commitment to supporting the Maldives in establishing essential public services and projects that directly benefit communities.
Assam Inland Waterways Boost: IWAI signs MoUs for petrochem transport & water metro
Inland Waterways Authority of India inks key agreements to boost Assam's water transport. MoUs with Assam Petro-Chemicals and the state government will enhance cargo and passenger movement. These initiatives aim to strengthen regional connectivity and industrial potential. Projects across Northeast India are progressing, focusing on developing waterways for trade and tourism.
Soon you could enjoy a Yamuna water taxi in Delhi at these locations
The Inland Waterways Authority of India (IWAI) is all set to partner with the Delhi government to develop a 4-kilometre stretch of the Yamuna River for eco-friendly river cruises. The project will introduce solar-powered hybrid boats, carrying 20-30 passengers each, aiming to boost tourism and provide sustainable travel experiences. The initiative involves several government agencies and is set to transform the river into a vibrant hub for recreational activities.
"Our proposal is to run ferry here, will sign MoU for it", says Delhi Minister Parvesh Verma on river Yamuna
When asked if cleaning of Yamuna will attract tourism to Delhi, Minister Parvesh Sahib Singh said, " Our proposal is there to run ferry here, we will sign the MoU for it. Now, ferry will be run on one stretch only...there will be only one pick-up and drop point. There will be a restaurant as well in the Ferry. Our purpose is to attract people towards Yamuna..."
India and Sri Lanka working together to link UPI and Lanka Pay: PM Modi
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday announced that the governments of both India and Sri Lanka are working together on fintech sector connectivity by linking Unified Payments Interface (UPI) and Lanka Pay.
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MSRTC bus booking facility to be available on IRCTC website soon
IRCTC, a public sector undertaking, and the Maharashtra government-owned MSRTC on Wednesday signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) in this regard here in the presence of Chief Minister Eknath Shinde and Minister of State for Railways Raosaheb Danve.
Sri Lanka may accept Indian rupee for local transactions
Allowing its direct use would prevent the need for multiple currency conversions for Indian tourists and businessmen.
India-Sri Lanka Joint Committee discusses resumption of ferry services
The Joint Committee identified a number of areas for mutual cooperation for the operationalisation of ferry services in the near future and desired to take further steps based on mutual understanding, a statement said.
Assam: Second Over Dimensional Cargo (ODC) for Numaligarh refinery reaches Dhubri Terminal
Earlier, the first ODC for Numaligarh was received by Union Minister Sarbananda Sonowal at Numaligarh Refinery jetty. NRL entered an MoU with Inland Waterways Authority of India (IWAI) to ferry ODC/OWC for the expansion project of NRL. capacity from 3 MMT to 9 MMT.
MoU signed for ‘Riverine Based Religious Tourism Circuit’ to connect seven Religious places on Brahmaputra
A Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) was signed for the development of ‘Riverine Based Religious Tourism Circuit’ among Inland Waterways Authority of India (IWAI), Sagarmala Development Corporation Limited (SDCL), Assam Tourism Development Corporation (ATDC) and Department of Inland Waterways Transport (DIWT), Government of Assam.
Seven religious sites to be connected by Waterways in Guwahati
An MoU for ‘Riverine based tourism Circuit’ being developed over river Brahmaputra will be signed between Inland Waterways Authority of India (IWAI), Sagarmala Development Company Limited (SDCL), Assam Tourism Development Corporation Limited (ATDC) and Directorate of Inland Water Transport (DIWT) Assam in Guwahati for connecting seven religious sites in Guwahati.
UK, Pakistan sign pact for supply of ammunition to Ukraine via Germany
The UK's ministry of defence signed the pact with Pakistan Ordinance Factories recently, following which an ammunition consignment of 162 containers, including artillery rockets, was shipped from the Karachi Port to Ukraine via Germany in February, ET has reliably learnt. The consignment went via vessel 'MV Juist' from Karachi Port, to be transferred via German Port of Emden.
Warship maker GRSE records highest turnover at Rs 1,750 crore for FY'22
The shipyard is presently undertaking concurrent construction of 23 ships, including three P17A stealth frigates, four survey vessels and six patrol boats, for Indian Navy, India Coast Guard, Republic of Guyana and Bangladesh.
Transport department of Assam inked an MOU with Common Service Centres to let people avail Aadhar-based contactless services
Transport Department had launched and successfully implemented three online Aadhar-based services last year, applying learner’s driving license from home, renewal of driving license and issue of duplicate driving license.
Shipping ministry sets up panel to firm up plan to start Karaikal-Kankesanthurai ferry service
The Puducherry government has been directed to obtain necessary clearances from the Ministry of Home Affairs and other relevant central government organisations, wherever applicable, he added.
India, Maldives sign five pacts to boost infrastructure projects in island nation
Besides a MoU on capacity building and exchange of content and expertise between Prasar Bharati and Public State Media, Maldives and MoU on sustainable urban development between MoHUA and Ministry of national planning, housing and infrastructure, Maldives were also inked.
First-ever Indian cargo ferry to Maldives opens new connectivity & business links in Southern Indian Ocean
The maiden voyage of the direct Cargo Ferry Service between India and the Maldives was jointly launched on September 21 by Mansukh L. Mandaviya, Minister of State for Shipping (Independent Charge) and Aishath Nahula, Minister of Transport and Civil Aviation of the Maldives in a virtual ceremony.
India launches first ever cargo ferry with Maldives: Milestone in Indian Ocean connectivity initiatives
Mansukh L. Mandaviya, Minister of State for Shipping (Independent Charge) and Aishath Nahula, Minister of Transport and Civil Aviation of the Maldives in a virtual ceremony. The ceremony was also attended by representatives from Tuticorin and Cochin ports, as well as officials from the Maldives Ports Limited (MPL) and the Foreign Ministry of Maldives.
Assam govt launches project to transform Inland Water Transport
Govert of Assam launched a project for the transformation of the Inland Water Transport system on the National Waterways in the state. The project will develop an efficient river transport system which would be safe & secure for the large volume of passenger and cargo carried by vessels by IWT as well as by private boat owners and operators.
Indian PM, Maldives President conclude slew of pacts to widen Indian Ocean partnership amid Chinese inroads
A coastal surveillance radar system and a composite training centre for the Maldives defence forces were jointly inaugurated by the two leaders.
Mahindra and Uber line up emission-free connectivity plan
Mahindra & Mahindra and Uber had signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) in 2017 to provide last mile zero emission connectivity in Indian cities.
SpiceJet, Jet Airways, IndiGo gain on rise in domestic air traffic
InterGlobe Aviation (IndiGo) was trading 1.19 per cent up at Rs 1212.35 around 9.20 am (IST) on BSE.
Maharashtra government to soon roll out amphibious bus service
The vehicle, which will ply on roads as well as float in water, will be launched as part of a MoU signed between JNPT & MTDC.
India, Russia to study building $25 billion pipeline
The shortest route will entail bringing the pipeline through Himalayas into Northern India, a route which poses several technical challenges.
Maruti cars to be shipped on Ganga from Varanasi to Kolkata: Nitin Gadkari
Cars are proposed to be transported from Varansi to Kolkata on National Waterway-I as a pilot run which would commence this month.
Delhi Metro to ferry cargo on Airport Express Line from March 1
In a first, Delhi Metro will ferry cargo on its premium Airport Express Line that connects Indira Gandhi International Airport to New Delhi Railway Station.
Vibrant Gujarat Summit: Mehair to ink pact for setting up MRO unit in Gujarat
The company will today sign a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Gujarat government in this regard in the presence of Narendra Modi.
Shipping Corp fails to take MoU advantage
Shipping Corporation of India has been struggling to take advantage of the pacts and its financials continue to be under stress.
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