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Will Rs 25,000-crore Tajpur port project become reality? BJP's rise to power in Bengal revives hopes
May 06, 2026 14:30 ISTBJP registered a massive victory in the West Bengal Assembly elections, accumulating 207 seats in the 294-member House and ending the Trinamool Congress’s 15-year rule.
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Russian oil tanker Aqua Titan bound for China arrives in India, first of seven ships diverted
India | March 22, 2026 13:02 ISTRussian oil tanker, Aqua Titan, arrived at Mangaluru after being diverted from its original route to China. It is the first of several such vessels now heading to India.
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Iran strikes oil storage tanks at Oman's Salalah Port using drones, massive fire erupts | Watch
World | March 12, 2026 8:16 ISTIran reportedly launched drone attacks on oil storage tanks at Oman's Salalah Port, causing massive fire and smoke. Oman's Sultan Haitham bin Tariq expressed strong displeasure to the Iranian leadership, urging respect for Omani territory.
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Beyond charging: 5 Surprising ways to use your smartphone’s USB-C port
Technology | December 26, 2025 17:20 ISTBeyond charging, your USB-C port is a hub for productivity. Here's how you can unlock its full potential with these 5 clever ways.
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PM Modi inaugurates Vizhinjam Port: 'Event will give sleepless nights to many' | Top Quotes
India | May 02, 2025 12:23 ISTPM Modi said that in the future coastal cities will be center of India's economic growth. He lauded the Adani Group for building the Vizhinjam Port.
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Vizhinjam port: PM Modi inaugurates India's first transshipment hub | Key features, significance
India | May 02, 2025 11:44 ISTLocated in Thiruvananthapuram, the deep-sea port is India’s first dedicated container transshipment hub which will aid in enhancing connectivity and provide a global platform to India in maritime trade.
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5 Key things to know before porting your number from Jio to Airtel
Technology | November 14, 2024 20:19 ISTSwitching from Jio to Airtel could enhance your mobile experience if Airtel’s coverage, plans, and benefits meet your requirements. By understanding these factors beforehand, you’ll have a smoother transition without surprises.
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Vadhavan: PM Modi to inaugurate India's largest port project in Palghar today | Know all about it
Maharashtra | August 30, 2024 12:07 ISTJointly developed by Jawaharlal Nehru Port Authority (JNPA) and Maharashtra Maritime Board (MMB), the Vadhavan Mega port is expected to significantly boost India’s cargo handling capacity by 2030, strengthening its strategic importance in global trade.
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Chinese research vessel, over which India raised concerns, departs from Maldives
World | February 28, 2024 23:22 ISTThe Chinese research vessel Xiang Yang Hong 3 docked on February 23 in Thilafushi, about 7.5 km to the west of Male despite India's concerns over alleged surveillance. The China-friendly Maldives government said the ship won't conduct any research in Maldivian waters.
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'On alert, employees safe': Adani Group on safety of Israel's Haifa Port amid war with Hamas
Business | October 09, 2023 20:44 IST"We have taken measures to ensure safety of our employees and all of them are safe," said the Adani Group's spokesperson. Over 700 people have been killed in Israel after Hamas launched a barrage of rockets.
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China not allowed to use Hambantota Port for military purposes: Sri Lankan President Wickremesinghe
World | August 16, 2022 20:46 ISTSri Lanka can be said to have fallen into a debt trap, sinking deeply into debt before effectively handing over the port’s control to China
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Op Samudra Setu: Indian Navy's ship leaves Port of Male with Indian citizens
News | June 21, 2020 22:53 ISTIndian Navy Ship (INS) Airavat left Port of Male in Maldives for Tuticorin, Tamil Nadu) after embarkation of 198 Indian citizens.
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Coronavirus scare: high alert in New Mangalore port, airport
India | March 03, 2020 19:00 ISTWith the novel coronavirus (COVID-19) virus spreading to more countries and two more confirmed cases reported in India, the seaport and airport in Mangaluru have been put under high alert, officials said on Tuesday.
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Countdown for the launch of India's Cartosat-3 satellite in progress
India | November 26, 2019 11:41 ISTAccording to Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO), the countdown for the launch of PSLV-XL rocket carrying India's Cartosat-3 and 13 nanosatellites from the US began at 7.28 a.m. The rocket is scheduled to blast off from the second launch pad at 9.28 a.m. on Wednesday.
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Andhra Pradesh government cancels agreement for Machilipatnam port
India | August 09, 2019 7:04 ISTIn another major decision, Andhra Pradesh government on Thursday cancelled the concession agreement for development of Machilipatnam port.
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Sri Lanka formally hands over Hambantota port to China
World | December 09, 2017 18:17 ISTFormer Sri Lankan Finance Minister Ravi Karunanayaka, last year had said that the island country owed China $8 billion.
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To counterpoise China, Sri Lanka to offer port development to India
World | April 19, 2017 7:46 ISTSri Lankan Prime Minister Ranil Wickremesinghe will reportedly be on India visit in the last week of April, with an agenda to review bilateral ties ahead of Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s visit in May to take forward economic cooperation.
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Nitin Gadkari says alternatives to port corporatisation underway
June 05, 2015 18:05 ISTMumbai: With employees opposing ports corporatisation, Union Shipping Minister Nitin Gadkari today said attempts are being made to find alternatives to upgrade ports and their services, beyond bringing them under the purview of the Companies
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India-Iran strategic Chabahar port to be operational by December 2016
India | May 24, 2015 16:53 ISTNew Delhi: India expects the strategic Chabahar port in Iran, which will give sea-land access to Afghanistan bypassing Pakistan, to be operational by December next year, Union Minister Nitin Gadkari said.Notwithstanding objections from the United
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Govt to start work on 12 smart cities at major ports with 50,000 crore investment
India | February 22, 2015 14:39 ISTNew Delhi: Road transport minister Nitin Gadkari has said the government is working on an ambitious plan to build one smart city each at the country's 12 major ports. The plan estimates total investment of
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Patna coaching firing case: Khan sir will not surrender, anticipatory bail on Monday, says lawyer
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Lalu and Rabri reject Y security after Z+ downgrade; RJD workers with sticks take guard duty
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Heavy rain lashes Kerala: One dead, several houses damaged, IMD issues red alert for five districts
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KL Rahul set new benchmark with century vs Afghanistan, Shubman Gill behind him
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Woman, live-in partner accused of killing her 5-year-old daughter; father suspects foul play
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Heavy rain lashes Kerala: One dead, several houses damaged, IMD issues red alert for five districts
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KL Rahul set new benchmark with century vs Afghanistan, Shubman Gill behind him
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Lalu and Rabri reject Y security after Z+ downgrade; RJD workers with sticks take guard duty
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Patna coaching firing case: Khan sir will not surrender, anticipatory bail on Monday, says lawyer
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American couple reveals they spent Rs 10 lakh in 30 days in India: 'We were also surprised'
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'Not all 92-year-olds want khichdi': Grandmother enjoys pizza and cold drink in adorable video
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'You have to take some munchies with it': IndiGo flyer says she was denied 'just coffee' on flight
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Doctor stunned after Rajasthan woman reveals she is pregnant with sixth child at 22
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Viral 'Donald Trump' buffalo saved from Eid al-Adha sacrifice in Bangladesh