Vizhinjam Port Phase 2 launch puts Kerala firmly on global maritime map

IANS | January 24, 2026 7:04 PM

Thiruvananthapuram, Jan 24 (IANS) Kerala, on Saturday, marked a decisive moment in its infrastructure journey with the formal launch of Phase II of the Vizhinjam International Seaport, a project that has rapidly transformed the state's standing in global maritime logistics.

Vizhinjam Port is Kerala’s largest-ever private investment: Karan Adani

IANS | January 24, 2026 6:21 PM

Thiruvananthapuram, Jan 24 (IANS) Karan Adani, Managing Director of Adani Ports and Special Economic Zone (APSEZ), on Saturday, said the Vizhinjam International Seaport is the largest investment ever committed by any business house in Kerala and will see an additional investment of Rs 16,000 crore.

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh praises NCC cadets' role in Op Sindoor mock drills

IANS | January 24, 2026 4:47 PM

New Delhi, Jan 24 (IANS) Describing National Cadet Corps (NCC) cadets as the nation's second line of defence, Defence Minister Rajnath Singh, on Saturday, called upon youth to draw inspiration from their vital role in raising public awareness when mock drills were conducted across the country during Operation Sindoor.