India emerges as world's second-largest supplier of seafarers

IANS | July 28, 2026 7:45 PM

New Delhi, July 28 (IANS) India has emerged as the world's second-largest supplier of seafarers, contributing as many as 311,936 maritime professionals to the global shipping industry, according to the BIMCO-ICS Seafarer Workforce Report 2026.

Textile PLI scheme draws Rs 167.51 crore investment in Maharashtra: Govt

IANS | July 28, 2026 5:12 PM

New Delhi, July 28 (IANS) As many as 24 companies from Maharashtra have been approved under the Centre's Production Linked Incentive (PLI) Scheme for Textiles, with investments worth Rs 167.51 crore made in the state as of March 31, 2026, the government informed Parliament on Tuesday.