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09-05-2025
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Operation Sindoor: Kolkata Port Enhances Security Amid National Alert
Last Updated: Chaired by Rathendra Raman, Chairman of SMPK, the meeting included key officials, including CISF and departmental heads Amid the India-Pakistan tension, Syama Prasad Mookerjee Port, Kolkata (SMPK), under the Ministry of Ports, Shipping and Waterways (MoPS&W), has escalated its security protocols following a high-level virtual meeting chaired by TK Ramachandran, Secretary, MoPS&W. Chaired by Rathendra Raman, Chairman of SMPK, the meeting included key officials, including CISF and departmental heads. The key measures announced include: Security Level Raised to 2: Increased vigilance across port premises and waterways, with strict reporting of any suspicious activity. Staff Availability: Leave for all employees, including contractual staff, stands cancelled from May 10-14, 2025. All must remain at headquarters, including on weekly offs. Cybersecurity Reinforcement: Enhanced protocols under CISO's guidance, with detailed instructions to follow. Emergency Preparedness: Regular drills to be conducted; port operations will cease during blackouts. Access Control: Only valid permit or ID holders will be allowed entry, with strict enforcement by CISF and PSO. Chairman Raman emphasised SMPK's commitment to safety and operational continuity, aligning with directives from MoPS&W and DG Shipping. SMPK remains dedicated to maintaining secure port operations during this heightened alert, he said. Amid the escalating tension between India and Pakistan, New Delhi has banned Pakistan-flag merchant vessels at Indian ports. The order also mentions that Indian ships too will not be allowed to go to any port in the neighbouring country. 'This order is issued to ensure safety of Indian assets, cargo and connected infrastructure, in public interest and for interest of Indian shipping," the Directorate General of Shipping said, adding that the order shall come into force with immediate effect and remain in force till further order. The ministry of ports, shipping and waterways stated that the impositions have been placed under Section 411 of the Merchant Shipping Act, 1958. First Published: May 09, 2025, 20:02 IST
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03-05-2025
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India Bans Entry Of Pakistan-Flagged Merchant Ships In Pahalgam Attack Aftermath
Last Updated: This order is issued to ensure safety of Indian assets, cargo and connected infrastructure, said the Directorate General of Shipping. The escalating tension between India and Pakistan has now hit the shipping industry, with New Delhi banning Pakistan-flag merchant vessels at Indian ports. The ordered also mentions that Indian ships too will not be allowed to go to any port in the neighbouring country. 'This order is issued to ensure safety of Indian assets, cargo and connected infrastructure, in public interest and for interest of Indian shipping," the Directorate General of Shipping said on Saturday, adding that the order shall come into force with immediate effect and remain in force till further order. The ministry of ports, shipping and waterways stated that the impositions have been placed under Section 411 of the Merchant Shipping Act, 1958. 'The objective of the Act is to foster the development and ensure the efficient maintenance of an Indian mercantile marine, in a manner best suited to serve national interests," it said. The order came minutes after the central government banned all imports from Pakistan. The Centre said it has taken the decision in the interest of national security and public policy. The order also applies to all products in transit from Pakistan. 'Direct or indirect Import or transit of all goods originating in or exported from Pakistan, whether or not freely importable or otherwise permitted, shall be prohibited with immediate effect, until further orders. This restriction is imposed in the interest of national security and public policy. Any exception to this prohibition shall require prior approval of the Government of India," said a notification by the Commerce Ministry.
