Tag: India

California announced the launch of a new climate initiative that will recruit subnational governments worldwide to commit to mitigating and reducing methane, with founding signatories from Mexico, South Africa, Brazil, Nigeria, and India.

In the wake of multiple sanctions levied against Russia in response to the ongoing conflict with Ukraine, the Russian Federation is actively exploring alternative avenues to mitigate the impact. One such approach involves forging closer ties with two major global powers, namely India and China.

According to International news, in an apparent Western effort to offset China's worldwide ambitions, the United States and the European Union have supported the building of an economic corridor, connecting India to the Middle East and the Mediterranean.

DP World has signed a concession agreement with the Deendayal Port Authority to develop, operate and maintain a new 2.19 million TEU per annum mega-container terminal at Kandla in Gujarat on India’s western coast. 

According to local news, two Indians stranded on cargo ship off Maldives, without pay and provisions for 13 months. 

Indian Register of Shipping (IRS) and Madhya Pradesh Urja Vikas Nigam Ltd (MPUVNL), have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) towards classification and certification of solar-electric boats.

On 2nd August, container ship MTT Singapore, ran aground onto right bank of Hugli river while sailing upstream in India. 

According to Dean Crossley, Loss Prevention Manager at West P&I, the Indian Directorate General of Shipping (DGS) has issued a new order, DGS Order No. 09 of 2023, reiterating the ban on using Thuraya, Iridium, and other similar satellites in Indian waters.

According to International news, the U.S. seeks to transform India into a center for resupplying and maintenance of naval vessels in the South Asia region.

On 3rd July, during the MEPC 80 of the International Maritime Organisation (IMO), India urged the organisation to establish a realistic target of ensuring that net zero carbon fuels occupy 5% of the marine fuel mix by 2030.