UP aims to boost logistics with a new division, integrated plans, and skill development initiatives. Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath has proposed the establishment of a dedicated logistics division to formalise Uttar Pradesh’s state logistics plan. Addressing an internal meeting on Tuesday, the CM emphasised the…
Skyways Group concludes SLS Accelerate 2024, a transformative event for fostering innovation and collaboration in logistics. Skyways Group successfully hosted SLS Accelerate 2024, an impactful event held on November 14-15 at New Delhi’s Manekshaw Centre. The gathering emphasised empowering small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in…
GSV aims to lead globally with industry-focused courses across transportation and logistics sectors. Gati Shakti Vishwavidyalaya (GSV) convened its inaugural Court meeting at Rail Bhawan in New Delhi on November 19, 2024. Union Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw, who chaired the meeting, outlined GSV’s vision to become…
Softlink integrates CargoAi’s features into Logi-Sys, empowering freight forwarders with smarter air cargo management tools. Softlink Global has launched an advanced air cargo connectivity feature within its Logi-Sys ERP solution, aimed at boosting operational efficiency for freight forwarders. In partnership with CargoAi, the integration offers…
Union Minister Sarbananda Sonowal announces activation of the Vladivostok-Chennai maritime route to enhance trade efficiency. India has successfully activated the Vladivostok-Chennai shipping route, marking a significant step towards improving trade connectivity with Russia. The route, which connects India’s southeastern coast to Russia’s Far East, is…
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A 39-year career in the Indian Army shaped Lt Gen (Retd) Kalra ‘s expertise in logistics. From military operations to…
In this continuation of Prof. (Dr.) Jitesh J. Thakkar insights, Dean (Academics) & Professor (School of Management) Gati Shakti Vishwavidyalaya…
Abhishek P. Rao, President, Meesan India, RSA Global, offers insights into the nuanced evolution of pharma logistics in India, highlighting…
Bharat Bhushan Rathi, Head – Distribution and Logistics, Mankind Pharma, highlights the transformative power of technology in pharma logistics, emphasising…
Dr. Sunil K. Khetarpal, Director, Association of Healthcare Providers (India), reflects on the evolution of pharma logistics in India, highlighting…
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IndoSpace ramps up its investment in Tamil Nadu’s logistics sector, committing ₹4,500…
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November 2024
Infrastructure is pivotal in realising India’s Sustainable Development Agenda 2030. Essential for socio-economic growth, it encompasses transport systems, energy access, and water networks, fostering economic progress alongside social and environmental advancement. With a reported need to invest $4.51 trillion in infrastructure by 2030, India's ambitious projects are both supporting economic objectives and aiming to drive the nation towards a $5 trillion economy by 2025.
Sagarmala project: port-led development
The Sagarmala Project is India’s flagship program to revamp its port infrastructure, making it a cornerstone of the nation’s logistics strategy. Recognising the importance of ports in enhancing trade, Sagarmala focuses on port modernisation, connectivity, industrialisation, and community development along India’s vast coastline. The project envisions optimising port-led logistics and leveraging India’s 7,517 km of coastline and 14,500 km of navigable waterways, intending to reduce logistics costs and promote exports. Under this initiative, a staggering 839 projects are planned with an investment of approximately ₹5.79 lakh crore ($9.7 billion) by 2035, of which ₹1.22 lakh crore has already been completed.
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India’s vision for robust project cargo logistics rests on large-scale, government-backed infrastructure programs, aligning with the Sustainable Development Agenda 2030. This article examines key…
Nitin Gadkari announces plans to reduce logistics costs to 9 percent within…
New infrastructure projects under the Agriculture Infrastructure Fund to enhance storage, transportation,…
Union Road Transport and Highways Minister Nitin Gadkari predicts a significant reduction…
The Indian fashion and garment industry is undergoing transformative growth, driven by…
India to develop 12 new industrial smart cities with INR 28,602 crore…
CBIC introduces ICETAB 2.0, a cutting-edge tool to streamline customs operations with…
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Finance
Finance Ministry’s initiative aims to enhance private partnership in infrastructure projects, boost investment, and streamline implementation.
Appointments
Pratik Mehta has been appointed General Manager – Special Projects (CEO Office) at Mumbai International Airport Limited (CSMIA). Mumbai International Airport (CSMIA) has welcomed Pratik Mehta…
Infrastructure
PM Modi unveils major road, housing, and healthcare projects in Jamui, Bihar.…
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Lufthansa Cargo resumes Hyderabad freighter operations, renewing its partnership with Çelebi India…
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India and Bangladesh agree to enhance cooperation in infrastructure and operations at…
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The NPG assesses transformative railway infrastructure projects to enhance multimodal logistics and…
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To tackle increasing traffic congestion, Gujarat CM announces a road widening plan,…
