Fish production surges 104 pc, infra projects rise towards Blue Economy

IANS | August 24, 2025 9:48 AM

New Delhi, Aug 24 (IANS) The country’s total fish production has grown by 104 per cent from 96 lakh tonnes in 2013–14 to 195 lakh tonnes in 2024–25, as inland fisheries expanded by 142 per cent for the same period from 61 lakh tonnes to 147.37 lakh tonnes, according to government data.

Govt to explore dedicated satellite technology for maritime sector

IANS | August 24, 2025 9:30 AM

New Delhi, Aug 24 (IANS) The government will explore the possibility of launching a dedicated satellite or acquiring a transponder to strengthen India’s maritime governance and port management infrastructure, said Union Minister of Ports, Shipping and Waterways, Sarbananda Sonowal.

India-Australia concludes 11th round of CECA negotiations

IANS | August 23, 2025 8:29 PM

New Delhi, Aug 23 (IANS) The 11th Round of India-Australia Comprehensive Economic Cooperation Agreement (Ind-Aus CECA) concluded on Saturday, further advancing the shared objective of strengthening bilateral trade and economic partnership, the Ministry of Commerce and Industry said in a statement.