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Odisha Semiconductor Push: Two Plants to Create 1,280 Jobs

Odisha is set to anchor two major semiconductor manufacturing facilities under the Semicon India Programme, generating over 1,280 direct hig...

By Policy & Regulatory Editorial Desk 2026-08-24
Ports, Shipping & Waterways

89% Reserved Train Tickets Booked Online, Says Railway Ministry

Indian Railways has reported that nearly 89 percent of reserved train tickets are now booked online, compared to 49 percent a decade ago. Th...

By Policy & Regulatory Editorial Desk 2026-08-24
Ports, Shipping & Waterways

SEBI Chief Urges Shift From Compliance to Stewardship for Corporate Boards

Speaking at the Institute of Directors Annual Conclave, SEBI Chairman Tuhin Kanta Pandey urged corporate boards and independent directors to...

By Policy & Regulatory Editorial Desk 2026-08-24
Ports, Shipping & Waterways

Centre Enforces MMDR Amendment Act 2026 on Mining Taxes

The Ministry of Mines has notified the immediate commencement of the MMDR Amendment Act, 2026. The law restricts state governments from levy...

By Policy & Regulatory Editorial Desk 2026-08-24
Ports, Shipping & Waterways

Centre Limits State Taxes on Mineral Rights in MMDR Amendment

Parliament has enacted the Mines and Minerals (Development and Regulation) Amendment Act, 2026, prohibiting state governments from imposing ...

By Policy & Regulatory Editorial Desk 2026-08-24
Ports, Shipping & Waterways

India Enforces MMDR Amendment Act 2026 to Overhaul Mining Fiscal Rules and Captive Sales

The Ministry of Mines has notified August 22, 2026, as the official commencement date for the Mines and Minerals (Development and Regulation...

By Policy & Regulatory Editorial Desk 2026-08-24

Official Ports, Shipping & Waterways Gazettes & Notifications

Date Ministry / Authority Subject / Title Action
2026-08-21 Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports Targeted Delivery of Financial and Other Subsidies, Benefits and Services Act, 2016 in respect of th View PDF
2026-08-20 Ministry of Ports, Shipping and Waterways Recruitment Rules for the post of Junior Translation Officer in DGLL View PDF
2026-08-14 Ministry of Commerce and Industry Remand Proceeding in the ADI imports of Semi Finished Ophthalmic Lens from China PR View PDF
2026-08-18 Ministry of Ports, Shipping and Waterways Notification regarding the appointment of Under Secretary in Ministry of Ports, Shipping and Waterwa View PDF
2026-08-18 Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports Notification of Section 16 of National Sports Governance Act 2025 View PDF
2026-08-17 Ministry of Ports, Shipping and Waterways Captive Policy 2026 for waterfront and associated land allotment at ports View PDF
2026-08-07 Ministry of Ports, Shipping and Waterways Publishing Safety of Navigation Rules 2026 under Merchant Shipping act 2025 View PDF
2026-08-07 Ministry of Ports, Shipping and Waterways Publishing control and Management of Vessels Ballast Water and Sediments Rules 2026 under Merchant S View PDF
2026-08-12 Airports Authority of India In exercise of the powers conferred by sub section 2 read with sub section 4 of section 42 of the Ai View PDF
2026-08-12 Ministry of Ports, Shipping and Waterways Publishing order reg providing for delegation by the director general of specified power under secti View PDF
2026-08-11 Ministry of Commerce and Industry Parliament Question: Promotion of Exports from MSMEs and SHGs View PDF
2026-08-11 Ministry of Commerce and Industry Parliament Question: Imports and Dumping View PDF
2026-08-11 Ministry of Textiles Parliament Question: Garment Exports View PDF
2026-08-10 Ministry of Ports, Shipping and Waterways Notification regarding appointment of the State Government Kerala representative on the Board of Coc View PDF
2026-08-10 Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports Khelo India Scheme View PDF
2026-08-10 Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports Parliament Question: Establishing Olympic Academy in Tamil Nadu View PDF
2026-08-10 Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports Parliament Question: Implementation of DoPT Reservation Rules for SC/ST/OBC View PDF
2026-08-10 Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports Parliament Question: MY Bharat Platform View PDF
2026-08-10 Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports Parliament Question: Doping Violations in India View PDF
2026-08-10 Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports Parliament Question: Chronic Vacancies for Soft Infrastructure in NCOEs View PDF
2026-08-10 Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports Parliament Question: Welfare Schemes for Retired Sportspersons in Tamil Nadu View PDF
2026-08-10 Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports Parliament Question: Khelo India Scheme View PDF
2026-08-10 Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports Parliament Question: Sports Ecosystem in Maharashtra View PDF
2026-08-10 Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports Parliament Question: Access to Sports Infrastructure and Training View PDF
2026-08-10 Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports Parliament Question: Employment and Entrepreneurship in Sports Sector View PDF
2026-08-10 Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports Parliament Question: Cycling League of India under the Fit India Movement View PDF
2026-08-10 Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports Parliament Question: Sports Development in Tribal Areas View PDF
2026-08-10 Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports Parliament Question: Setting up of Centres of Excellence in Sports View PDF
2026-08-07 Ministry of Ports, Shipping and Waterways Publishing Notificatoin reg designating an officer for compounding the offence committed under secti View PDF
2026-08-07 Ministry of Ports, Shipping and Waterways Publishing Notification regarding electronic means for delivering a copy of document under the Coast View PDF

Frequently Asked Questions on Ports, Shipping & Waterways

What autonomy do major ports enjoy under the Major Port Authorities Act?

The Act replaced the Tariff Authority for Major Ports (TAMP), granting port boards the freedom to fix market-driven tariffs and enter PPP contracts directly.