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India Gazette
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- India Gazette
Sarbananda Sonowal holds talks with Japan's Vice Minister Terada Yoshimichi in Oslo
Oslo [Norway], June 2 (ANI): Union Minister of Ports, Shipping and Waterways, Sarbananda Sonowal held a bilateral meeting with Terada Yoshimichi, Japan's Vice Minister for International Affairs, and the Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism (MLITT) in Oslo on Monday, according to a satement from Ministry of Ports and Shipping. With a goal to deepen the maritime relations between the two countries, the meeting entailed discussions on multiple areas including investment by Japanese Shipyards, collaboration on port digitisation and green port initiatives, increase in R and D cooperation, upskilling human resources, employment of Indian seafarers in Japan among others. Both the ministers also discussed about using sustainable technologies, disaster-resilient infrastructure, and enhanced connectivity to enable Andaman Nicobar islands and Lakswadeep islands to be converted into Smart Islands, as per the Ministry of Ports and Shipping. Acknowledging the rich expertise of Japan in developing island territories, Sarbananda Sonowal said, 'Japan's expertise in this area is highly valued. We see scope for joint work in the Andaman and Nicobar and Lakshadweep islands, particularly in deploying renewable energy, smart mobility systems, and digital infrastructure. 'These initiatives will further our shared commitment to ecological conservation and regional maritime security.' he added The meeting also discussed about increasing partnership between Indian and Japanese shipyards including Greenfield investment such as Imabari Shipbuilding in Andhra Pradesh and others. Opportunities for co-development of ports and maritime industrial clusters as clean energy hubs were also gauged for mutual cooperation. Sonowal expressed India's interest in leading Japanese shipbuilding companies such as Imabari Shipbuilding, JMUC, Kanagawa Dockyard, and Mitsubishi Heavy Industries to explore joint ventures and collaborative arrangements with Indian yards. 'Japan's expertise in shipbuilding and ship repair is well recognised, and I see great scope for collaboration in this area. We also invite Japan's Big Three maritime companies--NYK Line, MOL, and K Line--to explore joint ventures and investment opportunities in India's growing maritime sector,' he added. The Union Minister further added that With our strong bilateral relationship, India's growing maritime industry present a unique opportunity for Japanese shipyards to invest in India in shipbuilding. Collaboration on port digitisation and green port initiatives will further strengthen the resilience and sustainability of our maritime logistics network,' said Shipping Minister, Sarbananda Sonowal. Speaking on the occasion, the Union Minister Sonowal said, 'Relations between India and Japan have a long history rooted in spiritual affinity and strong cultural and civilisational ties. Our collaboration under the Quad framework and the India-Japan-Australia Supply Chain Resilience Initiative (SCRI) reflects our shared commitment to strengthening regional maritime security and economic integration. ' India appreciates Japan's leadership in key initiatives such as the International Solar Alliance (ISA), Coalition for Disaster Resilient Infrastructure (CDRI), and the Leadership Group for Industry Transition (LeadIT). As India moves ahead to transform its maritime sector under the visionary leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi ji, India is advancing port infrastructure, green shipping, shipbuilding, and digitalisation under 'Maritime India Vision 2030' and 'Maritime Amrit Kaal Vision 2047. India seeks Japan's participation in these transformative initiatives.' Ministry of Ports and Shipping stated. Japan's Vice Minister of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism (MLIT) Terada Yoshimichi expressed that India and Japan have very intimate relationship. Japan has been engaged in railway infrastructure development with India but now 'very interested in maritime sector'. Prospects of mutual collaboration in shipbuilding and training of seafarers were discussed and considered positively. He expressed satisfaction over the meeting. 'Emphasising the need to deepen bilateral ties in maritime training and development, as well as cooperation in research and development, both sides agreed to further strengthen collaboration in the maritime sector, especially on sustainable maritime technologies and next-generation ship design. Sonowal evinced India's interest for a MoU for a framework to avail promising avenues for collaboration with Cochin Shipyard Limited (CSL), Indian universities, and public agencies. On upskilling and employment of India's human capital, Sarbananda Sonowal said, 'India currently has over 154,000 trained seafarers which is capable of support and supplement Japan's maritime workforce. In order to build capacity with rich maritime knowledge of Japanese maritime sector, we see a great opportunity for Japan's maritime leaders in training, upskilling, and employing Indian seafarers, strengthening the cornerstone of our maritime cooperation. India is ready and keen to facilitate Japanese maritime player's interest in training Indian engineers and workers through structured programmes.' India is developing the National Maritime Heritage Museum (NMHC) at Lothal in Gujarat. It aims to showcase India's rich maritime history and legacy. It also serves as a world-class centre for heritage tourism, education, and research in the maritime sector. Sarbananda Sonowal shared India's interest to have Japan as a partner for this project. The Minister hoped to close the MoU in this regard soon. He also extended invitation to Vice Minister Terada Yoshimichi for participation at the India Maritime Week, 2025 in Mumbai between 27th and 31st October this year. This major event will bring together key stakeholders from the global maritime community to discuss and facilitate exploration of opportunities for investment, collaboration, innovation, and growth in the maritime sector. Post meeting Sarbananda Sonowal said, 'The strong & deep Indo Japanese ties are rooted in mutual trust and shared values -- democracy, freedom, and civilisational connection. Today's discussions with Vice Minister Terada Yoshimichi, paved the way to elevate our maritime cooperation further. Japan is one of India's most trusted investors. We deeply value this relationship. Under PM Narendra Modi ji's leadership, India aims to scale new heights with a target of five trillion yen (Rs.3.2 lakh crore) in investments with Japan by 2027. India will work closely with Japan toward a sustainable future, guided by our shared vision of advanced maritime cooperation that contributes meaningfully to global progress & mutual benefit for both countries.'he added The meeting was also attended by Onishi Yasushi, Maritime Bureau, MLIT, Hioki Miki, Maritime Bureau, MLIT, Ihara Takumar, First Secretary, Embassy of Japan in Norway & Kimura Hiroko along with Terada Yoshimichi. The Union Minister was joined by Dr Acquino Vimal, Ambassador of India to Norway, Venkatesapathy S, Joint secretary (Shipping), MoPSW; Mandeep Singh Randhawa, Director (MA&MT), Puneet Agarwal, Additional Secretary & Financial Advisor, MoPSW, Madhu S Nair, CMD, Cochin Shipyard Limited, Amit Kumar, IAS, Private Secretary, MoPSW among other officials. (ANI)
Time of India
2 days ago
- Business
- Time of India
India and Japan agrees to deepen maritime relations
Guwahati : The Union Minister of Ports, Shipping & Waterways, Sarbananda Sonowal held a bilateral meeting with Terada Yoshimichi, Japan 's Vice Minister for International Affairs, and the Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport & Tourism (MLITT). With a goal to deepen the maritime relations between the two countries, the meeting entailed discussions on multiple areas including investment by Japanese Shipyards , collaboration on port digitisation and green port initiatives, increase in R&D cooperation, upskilling human resources, employment of Indian seafarers in Japan among others. Both the ministers also discussed about using sustainable technologies, disaster-resilient infrastructure, and enhanced connectivity to enable Andaman Nicobar islands and Lakswadeep islands to be converted into Smart Islands. Acknowledging the rich expertise of Japan in developing island territories. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Truque caseiro noturno eficaz contra a papada (faça hoje mesmo) Revista & Saúde Saiba Mais Undo Sonowal said, 'Japan's expertise in this area is highly valued. We see scope for joint work in the Andaman & Nicobar and Lakshadweep islands , particularly in deploying renewable energy, smart mobility systems, and digital infrastructure. These initiatives will further our shared commitment to ecological conservation and regional maritime security.' The meeting also discussed about increasing partnership between Indian and Japanese shipyards including Greenfield investment such as Imabari Shipbuilding in Andhra Pradesh and others. Opportunities for co-development of ports and maritime industrial clusters as clean energy hubs were also gauged for mutual cooperation. Live Events Sonowal expressed India's interest in leading Japanese shipbuilding companies such as Imabari Shipbuilding, JMUC, Kanagawa Dockyard, and Mitsubishi Heavy Industries to explore joint ventures and collaborative arrangements with Indian yards. 'Japan's expertise in shipbuilding and ship repair is well recognised, and I see great scope for collaboration in this area. We also invite Japan's Big Three maritime companies—NYK Line, MOL, and K Line— to explore joint ventures and investment opportunities in India's growing maritime sector. With our strong bilateral relationship, India's growing maritime industry present a unique opportunity for Japanese shipyards to invest in India in shipbuilding. Collaboration on port digitisation and green port initiatives will further strengthen the resilience and sustainability of our maritime logistics network,' said Sonowal Sonowal said, 'Relations between India and Japan have a long history rooted in spiritual affinity and strong cultural and civilisational ties. Our collaboration under the Quad framework and the India-Japan Australia Supply Chain Resilience Initiative (SCRI) reflects our shared commitment to strengthening regional maritime security and economic integration. India appreciates Japan's leadership in key initiatives such as the International Solar Alliance (ISA), Coalition for Disaster Resilient Infrastructure (CDRI), and the Leadership Group for Industry Transition (LeadIT). As India moves ahead to transform its maritime sector under the visionary leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi ji, India is advancing port infrastructure, green shipping, shipbuilding, and digitalisation under 'Maritime India Vision 2030' and 'Maritime Amrit Kaal Vision 2047'. India seeks Japan's participation in these transformative initiatives.' Japan's Vice Minister of Land, Infrastructure, Transport & Tourism (MLIT) Terada Yoshimichi expressed that India and Japan have very intimate relationship. Japan has been engaged in railway infrastructure development with India but now 'very interested in maritime sector'. Prospects of mutual collaboration in shipbuilding and training of seafarers were discussed and considered positively. He expressed satisfaction over the meeting. Emphasising the need to deepen bilateral ties in maritime training and development, as well as cooperation in research and development, both sides agreed to further strengthen collaboration in the maritime sector, especially on sustainable maritime technologies and next generation ship design. Sonowal evinced India's interest for a MoU for a framework to avail promising avenues for collaboration with Cochin Shipyard Limited (CSL), Indian universities, and public agencies. On upskilling and employment of India's human capital, Sarbananda Sonowal said, 'India currently has over 154,000 trained seafarers which is capable of support and supplement Japan's maritime workforce. In order to build capacity with rich maritime knowledge of Japanese maritime sector, we see a great opportunity for Japan's maritime leaders in training, upskilling, and employing Indian seafarers, strengthening the cornerstone of our maritime cooperation. India is ready and keen to facilitate Japanese maritime player's interest in training Indian engineers and workers through structured programmes.' India is developing the National Maritime Heritage Museum (NMHC) at Lothal in Gujarat. It aims to showcase India's rich maritime history and legacy. It also serves as a world-class centre for heritage tourism, education, and research in the maritime sector. Sarbananda Sonowal shared India's interest to have Japan as a partner for this project. The Minister hoped to close the MoU in this regard soon. Sonowal also extended invitation to Vice Minister Terada Yoshimichi for participation at the India Maritime Week, 2025 in Mumbai between 27th and 31st October this year. This major event will bring together key stakeholders from the global maritime community to discuss and facilitate exploration of opportunities for investment, collaboration, innovation, and growth in the maritime sector. Sonowal said, 'The strong & deep Indo Japanese ties are rooted in mutual trust and shared values — democracy, freedom, and civilisational connection. Today's discussions with His Excellency, Vice Minister Terada Yoshimichi, paved the way to elevate our maritime cooperation further. Japan is one of India's most trusted investors. We deeply value this relationship. Under PM Narendra Modi ji's leadership, India aims to scale new heights with a target of five trillion yen (Rs 3.2 lakh crore) in investments with Japan by 2027. India will work closely with Japan toward a sustainable future, guided by our shared vision of advanced maritime cooperation that contributes meaningfully to global progress & mutual benefit for both countries.'
Hans India
4 days ago
- Business
- Hans India
Naidu unveils vision to make AP $2.4-tn economy by 2047
New Delhi: Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu on Friday unveiled a bold development agenda to transform Andhra Pradesh into a $2.4-trillion economy by 2047. Addressing the Special Plenary Session of industry body CII's Annual Business Summit 2025 here, he invited industry leaders to participate in the Swarna Andhra Vision 2047 and called for deeper collaboration in innovation, infrastructure, and inclusive growth. As part of the vision, the government aims to sustain over 15 per cent annual GDP growth and achieve a per capita income of $42,000-positioning Andhra Pradesh as one of the most prosperous and inclusive states in India. Naidu said entrepreneurs generate wealth, and with it, we can implement impactful welfare programmes. During the years when the CII Partnership Summit was held in Hyderabad, it brought immense visibility and investment, he added. 'Now, I seek your support to bring investment to Andhra Pradesh so we can continue creating wealth. We are at a truly inspiring moment in time', the Chief Minister said. Reflecting on his decades-long association with CII, Naidu noted, 'For over three decades, you've understood and engaged with my vision. In the mid-1990s, when CII was still finding its footing, I was warned that associating with industrialists or international forums like Davos might harm my political prospects. Yet, I persisted- attending Davos regularly since 1995 - because I believed in economic development through collaboration'. The Chief Minister said his government would set up a global leadership centre in Amaravati to prepare leaders for tomorrow, on the lines of Davos in Switzerland. "We want to set up a global leadership centre in Amaravati to prepare global leaders for tomorrow. We are all going to Davos to learn, network, meet people, exchange ideas. Now, this is the place I want to make it," he said. Naidu said companies like TCS, IBM and L&T would be setting up quantum computing centres in Amaravati, the new Greenfield capital. He said Andhra Pradesh is well-positioned for industries producing green energy. Naidu said his state has good solar and wind energy potential, along with pumped storage, green ammonia and nitrogen. It also has ports. "Some states have solar, some have wind, but all put together, Andhra Pradesh is the number one state for green energy and downstream industries," he said. Inviting industries to set up facilities in the state, Naidu said, "I will give you all the facilities. I am planning big." He said out of India's target to achieve 500 gigawatts of installed electricity capacity for non-fossil-based energy sources, 160 GW will come from Andhra Pradesh. Naidu highlighted India's evolution since the economic liberalization era under Prime Minister PV Narasimha Rao, noting that nearly 30 per cent of top global Indian achievers are of Telugu origin. He underlined the importance of technological advancements - ranging from AI to quantum computing—and stressed the potential of real-time data and innovation to position India as a global leader. 'We are fortunate to have Prime Minister Narendra Modi at the helm during this critical phase. Today, we are the fourth-largest economy. As India ascends to become the world's third-largest economy, the real competition begins - with the USA and China. The Indian industry must prepare for this next phase,' he urged.
The Independent
23-05-2025
- Entertainment
- The Independent
Holy cow! Pato O'Ward finally milks a cow before Indy 500, hoping to break his streak of heartbreak
Pato O'Ward learned this week that it behooves Indianapolis 500 drivers to take part in the rookie tradition of milking a cow if they ever want to drink the stuff in victory lane upon winning 'The Greatest Spectacle in Racing.' Problem is that O'Ward never got that opportunity — until Friday. One day after lamenting that his Indy 500 debut occurred amid the COVID-19 pandemic, the Indiana Dairy Association and his Arrow McLaren team came through for him. The folks at Silverstone Farms in nearby Greenfield, Indiana, loaded up a cow named Rihanna and trucked her to the track on Friday, where she was waiting for O'Ward at the crack of dawn. O'Ward, one of the most charismatic and popular drivers in the paddock, was udderly amazed. 'Woke up for some morning milking, and it was a really cool experience,' he said, flashing a big smile. 'Very warm. You know, gotta warm her up. Yeah, she was fabulous. Did you see a video at least? You'll see. First try.' Yep, first tug and there came the stream of milk. Perhaps that's a good omen as O'Ward chases his first Indy 500 win. He has finished second twice in the most important race of the season, and has talked candidly about how Indianapolis Motor Speedway has repeatedly broken his heart. Maybe the fact that he hadn't milked the cow was the karma keeping him from victory lane. The high-steaks effort to get a cow to the speedway before Sunday's race came after O'Ward sat for a press conference Thursday with Robert Shwartzman, who earned the pole as an Indy 500 rookie. Shwarzman dutifully took part in the traditional milking earlier in the week, and as he explained: "The woman, she came to me and said, 'The people who didn't milk the cow, they never won the Indy 500,' and they were like (did not finish). It's bad luck.' Shwartzman pointed out that Alexander Rossi milked the cow when he won as a rookie in 2016. 'You have to milk the cow,' Shwartzman said, describing his personal experience with a 'very calm, cute' cow named Indy. To which O'Ward declared: 'I'm going find a cow, and I'm going to milk it tonight." 'We know some farmers who know some cows who can make that happen,' the Indiana Dairy Association responded on X. It only took them a day. ___
Yahoo
22-05-2025
- Politics
- Yahoo
Colorado department: Medicaid work requirements could cost state millions
DENVER (KDVR) — Congressional lawmakers have been working around the clock on what the president is calling 'One Big Beautiful Bill': a budget plan to fund his agenda. Medicaid continues to be a focal point for people watching the bill's movement. One provision of the bill could determine who is eligible to receive benefits. Experts said about 60% of Coloradans on Medicaid already meet these requirements. The tough part could be proving it. 'Medicaid has kind of run on its own, the requirements haven't changed significantly,' said Jessica Greenfield, Associate Professor at the University of Denver Graduate School of Social Work. Republicans to watch on Trump's 'big, beautiful bill' The budget bill making its way through Congress could change that. The bill that would reduce federal spending on Medicaid seeks to change how people prove their eligibility, asking them to show their community engagement by spending 80 hours a month at a job, work training, school or volunteering part-time. 'It is a practice that is used in a couple of programs. For instance, the Temporary Assistance for Needy Families program implemented work requirements a long time ago. It's being used in two states with the medicaid program as well. So there is some history and there is a great deal of research on what the impacts of work requirements have been,' Greenfield said. An April report from the Colorado Department of Health Care Policy and Finance shows that when Arkansas implemented its work requirement, it ran its state $26 million in administrative costs. If this new policy passes, HCPF says it would cost Colorado $57 million due to the state's county administrative model. Even with that cost analysis, Governor Jared Polis said the work requirements are the least egregious part of the plan. 'Frankly, we would be fortunate if we emerge from this with requirements that had sufficient flexibility for states to successfully implement them. So you know, they are talking about much harsher actual cuts to Medicaid dollars, cuts that would either force a reduction in benefits and force, if not a full rollback of the medicaid expansion that Colorado has,' Polis said at a press conference with other Democratic governors. Kelly Loving Act signed into Colorado law Experts believe the policy could place a heavy burden on recipients to prove their status and on counties enforcing the policy. They worry it could be a slippery slope, jeopardizing healthcare for some 1.2 million Coloradans on Medicaid. 'If you're working, taking time out of that workday to get the paperwork submitted can be really difficult, especially if you're in an hourly job where every hour is monitored. It also is putting a huge burden on the counties that actually administer these programs. So it would end up being a major cost increase for states and counties,' said Greenfield. 'Instead of supporting somebody who has a chronic disease to manage, we will instead be causing them to forgo medications, forgo doctors' visits, turning to ERs instead of seeing primary care. Those ripple effects will be very costly for our system, but also costly in terms of human lives.' HCPF estimates 377,000 Coloradans could lose coverage under those medicaid expansion cuts. Originally, the bill called for these provisions to be put in place by 2029, but some members of Congress said that was not soon enough. Leaders now anticipate that the requirements could be in effect by 2027 if the bill passes. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
