Thiruvananthapuram, June 23 (IANS) A port project that spent years waiting to become a reality is now racing into the global maritime league. Adani Vizhinjam International Seaport will welcome its 1000th commercial vessel on June 24, marking a major milestone less than two years after ships began calling at the port. In a statement issued here by the Port, it said the MSC Luciana, a mothership operated by Mediterranean Shipping Company (MSC), is expected to berth at Vizhinjam around 5 pm, becomi…
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New Delhi, June 23 (IANS) Singapore’s High Commissioner to India, Simon Wong, held a meeting with Chief of Defence Staff (CDS) General NS Raja Subramani on Tuesday, discussing defence cooperation between the armed forces of two nations through exercises, exchanges and established dialogues. During the meeting, Simon Wong congratulated General Subramani on his appointment as India’s CDS.”Had an introductory call today on Chief of Defence Staff of the Indian Armed Forces, General NS Raja Subramani…
New Delhi, June 23 (IANS) India’s outward foreign direct investment has rebounded strongly since the COVID-19 period, in contrast to the world where outward FDI is contracting, a report said on Tuesday.The report from Bank of Baroda said outward FDI climbed sharply to $42 billion in FY25 from $25 billion in FY24 and retained momentum at $47 billion in FY26, underscoring a steep U‑shaped recovery since COVID-19 period.Indian companies are increasingly seeking direct ownership through FDI, and…
Guwahati, June 22 (IANS) Assam’s Criminal Investigation Department (CID) on Monday will submit video footage related to celebrated Assamese singer Zubeen Garg’s death in Singapore, marking a significant development in the ongoing trial before a Fast Track Court here.A Special Investigation Team (SIT) of the CID appeared before the court carrying several electronic devices and digital evidence as proceedings resumed in one of the state’s most closely watched criminal cases.Sources associated …
Guwahati, June 22 (IANS) Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma on Monday highlighted the growing international recognition of Assam’s products, stating that the state’s unique goods are steadily finding markets across the globe and carrying Assam’s identity far beyond India’s borders.In a post on X, Sarma said, “Made in Assam, enjoyed across the world,” while underscoring the increasing global demand for products originating from the northeastern state.He noted that Assam’s dist…
Panaji, June 21 (IANS) The ED attached movable and immovable properties, including those in Singapore, valued at Rs 1,023.85 crore in a matter related to illegal iron-ore mining in Goa by the Salgaocar Group and its associated firms, an official said on Sunday. The provisionally attached movable and immovable properties include assets located in Singapore, the official said in a statement.The Enforcement Directorate (ED), Panaji Zonal Office, provisionally attached movable and immovable properti…
New Delhi, June 20 (IANS) Nearly 80 million barrels of crude oil are ready to transit the Strait of Hormuz if a tentative US‑Iran deal leads to a sustained reopening of the vital shipping corridor.About 40 very large crude carriers (VLCCs), loaded with non‑sanctioned Gulf crude, are currently stationed inside the Persian Gulf. Apart from them, Iranian oil and smaller tankers are also positioned in this area, making the true volume of supply waiting much higher, multiple reports said, citing …
Imphal, June 19 (IANS) Manipur Chief Minister Yumnam Khemchand Singh on Friday said that a united Manipur is the only way forward for all communities residing in the state. The Chief Minister said that Manipur’s identity and territorial integrity have been preserved through the ages by the collective sacrifices of all its 36 communities.He made the remarks while addressing the inauguration‑cum‑reception programme of the newly constructed Girls’ Hostel of the Mission Blind School at Laich…
Sarawak (Malaysia), June 18 (IANS) India’s leading men’s duo, Abhay Singh and Velavan Senthilkumar, began their title defence successfully at the 3rd Asian Doubles Squash Championships in Sarawak, Malaysia, on Thursday.The top seed smoothly defeated the South Korean duo of Oh Seojin and Min-Woo Lee 11-7, 11-10 in Pool A, using a mix of finesse and control to secure the win in a quick, intense match.Meanwhile, compatriots Rahul Baitha and Suraj Chand defeated Singapore’s Samuel Quek Wei Yi/…
Mumbai, June 18 (IANS) TV actress Niharika Chouksey has shared why the upcoming shoot of the honeymoon track with Sharad Kelkar for the show “Tumm Se Tumm Tak” is special for her. In an exclusive quote shared with IANS, Chouksey opened up about her excitement ahead of filming the sequence in Singapore. She noted that it marks an important moment in the storyline. Sharing details about the schedule, Niharika stated that she and co-star Sharad Kelkar will be heading to Singapore for nearly a w…