Day: 6 April 2026

Major Ports of India registered robust growth in cargo handling during FY 2025–26, collectively handling 915 million tonnes (MT) of cargo and surpassing the annual target, reflecting a year-on-year growth of 7.06%.   The strong performance was driven by higher volumes across key commodities, improved operational efficiency and capacity augmentation measures undertaken at various ports. Growth in sectors such as coal, petroleum products, containers and other bulk cargo contributed significantly to the overall increase in throughput.   Officials attributed the performance to sustained infrastructure development, mechanisation and digital initiatives that…

Steel Authority of India Limited (SAIL) has supplied indigenously developed special steel for the construction of INS Taragiri, marking a significant step forward in India’s push for self-reliance in defence manufacturing.   The warship, part of the Indian Navy’s modernisation programme, incorporates specialised steel produced by SAIL that meets stringent quality and strength requirements essential for naval operations. The development underscores the growing capability of domestic industry to support complex defence projects.   Officials said the use of indigenous steel not only reduces dependence on imports but also strengthens the…

Indian Railways delivered a year of strong and broad-based growth in FY 2025–26, achieving notable milestones across freight operations, passenger services, infrastructure development, safety systems and digital transformation, with self-reliance in technology and manufacturing emerging as a central pillar of its progress.   The national transporter recorded robust performance in freight loading during the year, reflecting sustained demand from key sectors and improved logistics efficiency. Enhanced operational planning, better asset utilisation and continued focus on turnaround times contributed to steady gains in freight movement, reinforcing railways’ role as a cost-effective…