Page 2 - Latest Updates on Sarbananda Sonowal
BS Infra Summit: From power to ports, making of Indian infrastructure
India's infrastructure story shines at BS Summit 2025, with leaders charting bold visions in roads, ports, energy, and aviation to power Viksit Bharat 2047
 "BS Infra Summit: From power to ports, making of Indian infrastructure")
Sonowal outlines $1 trillion maritime growth roadmap at Ambassadors' meet
The Roundtable was chaired by Union Minister of Ports, Shipping and Waterways Sarbananda Sonowal
 "Sonowal outlines $1 trillion maritime growth roadmap at Ambassadors' meet")
Gadkari, Sonowal unveil road map for next phase of infrastructure growth
At the Business Standard Infrastructure Summit 2025, Gadkari and Sonowal outlined the government's plan for mega investments in roads, shipping, ports and alternative fuels
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85% private participation in key ports by 2030: Sarbananda Sonowal
At the BS Infrastructure Summit, Sarbananda Sonowal said India aims to scale port capacity to 10,000 MMT by 2047, raise private participation to 85% and invest Rs 80 lakh crore
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We are going to become world's no 1 economy by 2047: Sonowal at BS Infra
India will be world's no.1 economy by 2047, says Sarbananda Sonowal, citing port expansion, shipbuilding push, ₹11.2 trillion capex, and new maritime laws at BS Infra Summit
All roads lead to first Business Standard Infrastructure Summit today
The day-long event will range from funding models for Viksit Bharat to the future of energy, aviation, and logistics
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Committee reports, legislative business to be discussed in Lok Sabha today
The Standing Committee on Finance will table its 25th report on the 'Evolving Role of the Competition Commission of India in the Economy, particularly the Digital Landscape'
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INDIA bloc to protest at Parliament against Bihar electoral roll revision
On August 1, Rijiju said the govt was ready to hold discussions on any issue under the rules, but the SIR could not be debated as it is carried out by a constitutional body--the Election Commission
 "INDIA bloc to protest at Parliament against Bihar electoral roll revision")
LS passes Merchant Shipping Bill; 2nd to be passed in Monsoon session
As soon as the Bill was passed, the House proceedings were adjourned for the day amid noisy protests by the Opposition members
 "LS passes Merchant Shipping Bill; 2nd to be passed in Monsoon session")
LS passes Bill to update, simplify legal framework for shipping documents
Union Minister of Ports, Shipping and Waterways Sarbananda Sonowal moved the bill for consideration and passage by the Upper House
 "LS passes Bill to update, simplify legal framework for shipping documents")
Minister Sonowal to inaugurate Bimstec ports conclave in Vizag on July 14
The two-day event, to be held until July 15, aims to enhance regional maritime cooperation under the BIMSTEC framework, said an official press release
Modi govt plans to invest ₹5,000 cr to develop Northeast waterways: Sonowal
He said that, over the past 11 years, the Ministry of Ports, Shipping and Waterways (MoPSW) has transformed India's maritime sector with record growth in cargo handling, capacity and coastal shipping
Kaladan project between India, Myanmar to be operational by 2027: Sonowal
The ambitious Kaladan project between India and Myanmar is aimed at reducing the Northeast's distance from the rest of the country
Atmanirbharta in shipping a key goal of maritime policy: Sarbananda Sonowal
Minister Sonowal says India is working with global partners to boost shipbuilding tech, establish smart islands, and enhance seafarer employment under Make in India
Boat capsize: Kerala on high alert, efforts on to avert major marine crisis
All company representatives of MSC have arrived in Kochi and have been advised to visit both the Indian Coast Guard and MMD offices, Sonowal said
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Northeast Waterways to get boost from ₹1K cr investment: Sarbananda Sonowal
Feasibility studies for IWT development on the Tiawng and Chhimtuipui rivers in Mizoram, as well as on Umiam Lake and the Ummgot River (NW106) in Meghalaya were also reviewed
French shipping company CMA CGM launches vessel under Indian flag
First foreign firm to fly the Indian flag on its vessel
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India's largest cruise terminal starts operations at Mumbai port
Shipping minister Sonowal flagged off cruise ops at Mumbai Terminal
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LS clears Coastal Shipping Bill 2024 to boost maritime trade: Sonowal
The bill also regulates foreign vessels chartered by Indian entities and outlines penalties for violations, aligning with the government's push for decriminalising laws
Govt moves Bill to remove licence need for Indian coastal shippers
Opposition claims bill promotes centralisation of power
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