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India–Republic of Korea Partnership in Maritime Sector

India outlined its long-term maritime vision under “Maritime Amrit Kaal 2047,” emphasizing major opportunities for Korean participation. These include developing large greenfield shipbuilding clusters, supported by government incentives and financing schemes. Korea expressed interest in contributing through its advanced expertise in ship design, manufacturing, and operations.

Direct India–Vietnam–Thailand Shipping Link Begins at GTI Mumbai Terminal

The first vessel call was handled at GTI’s Mumbai terminal, where officials from GTI, Interasia Lines and the vessel’s master marked the occasion with a plaque exchange. GTI is a 74:26 joint venture between APM Terminals and Container Corporation of India, and the new service adds to its effort to position itself as a stronger gateway for regional trade flows.

India Eyes 100 GW Nuclear Power Capacity by 2047 in Major Long-Term Energy Push

The push comes as India looks for reliable low-carbon baseload power to support rising electricity demand over the next two decades. According to the Union government’s implementation report on budget announcements, the development of at least 100 GW of nuclear energy by 2047 is considered essential for India’s energy transition, and a formal roadmap for reaching that level has already been prepared and circulated for stakeholder discussions.

SMILE Scheme Expands Support for Transgender Persons and Beggary Rehabilitation Across India

The government said the programme has made visible progress on the ground. As of March 2026, 31,055 individuals had been identified under the beggary rehabilitation sub-scheme, while 9,935 had been rehabilitated. The release also said 21 Garima Grehs, which serve as shelter homes for transgender persons, are currently operational across 17 states, with three more sanctioned in August 2025.

AFMS Doctors To Practise Across India Under New NMC Draft Rules

Under the proposed regulations, AFMS doctors will no longer need multiple state registrations, reflecting the mobile nature of their duties. The draft, part of the “Registration of Medical Practitioners and Licence to Practice Medicine Regulations, 2023,” aims to streamline regulatory requirements for military medical officers.