‘Key partner in Neighbourhood First policy’: PM Modi, Mauritius’ Ramgoolam vow to deepen strategic ties

PM Modi to be guest of honour at Mauritius’ National Day celebrations on March 12

New Delhi: In a telephonic exchange on Tuesday, Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Mauritian Prime Minister Navinchandra Ramgoolam reiterated their commitment to advancing the Enhanced Strategic Partnership between India and Mauritius. The two leaders explored avenues to expand bilateral cooperation across crucial sectors, including defence, maritime security, development partnership, capacity building, digital infrastructure, and cultural … Read more

Can Indian Shipbuilding make it to Pole position?

Can Indian Shipbuilding make it to Pole position?

With a coastline of 7500 KM, it is hard to imagine, that for the first 20 years (1947-1967) India had no ‘shipping ministry’. In 1967 a Shipping ministry “coupled” with ROAD transport was established. Since then this ministry has been on a name changing ride, not once, not twice but six times. In 2009 the … Read more