Addressing the event, Mr Vaishnaw said ₹10,000 crore has been allocated in the Union Budget 2026–27 for the manufacture of shipping containers to boost domestic logistics and container operations. He also highlighted Cabinet approval for a ₹65,000 crore ship construction programme to strengthen the shipbuilding ecosystem. Mr Sonowal said the MoUs would help build domestic capacity and make India more self-reliant in the shipping sector. He also presented Swachh Bharat Pakhwada Awards 2025 and Hindi Pakhwada Awards 2025 to organisations under the Ministry.

According to the MoU, Bharat Container Shipping Line is proposed to be formed for acquiring, owning, leasing, and operating container vessels, containers, and related logistics assets to support export-import (EXIM) and coastal trade. The collaboration seeks to provide comprehensive end-to-end logistics solutions by integrating port-based services with land and sea-based transportation, leveraging the combined expertise of all participating entities.

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The government is also progressing on a ₹5,000 crore roadmap to develop waterways in the Northeast, including a proposed 4,067-km Regional Waterways Grid to improve connectivity from Varanasi to Dibrugarh via the India-Bangladesh Protocol route. Key waterways such as NW-1 (Ganga), NW-2 (Brahmaputra), NW-16 (Barak), and NW-31 (Dhansiri) are undergoing significant upgrades, including terminals, ship repair facilities, and road connectivity.

In addition to infrastructure, the focus is on eco-friendly initiatives and boosting river cruise tourism. Under the Harit Nauka Guidelines, the ministry is promoting electric and hydrogen-fueled vessels, water metro projects, and sustainable transport. River cruise tourism has expanded significantly, with 15 operational circuits and the number of luxury cruise vessels increasing from 3 in 2013–14 to 25 in 2024–25. The ministry plans to develop 51 new cruise circuits and build world-class terminals in Kolkata, Varanasi, and Guwahati, with additional ones planned in Assam. Minister of State Shantanu Thakur emphasized strategic partnerships to enhance cruise tourism across major rivers like the Ganga, Brahmaputra, Yamuna, and Narmada, driving regional economic growth and sustainable tourism.

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The minister has told that 20 thousand kilometres of inland waterways will also be used for the commercial purposes. Mr Sonowal told that before 2014 the Kolkata port was running in loss and now this port is getting 500 crore turnover every year. The infrastructure of Kolkata port has been developed, he added. He further said that today Inland Waterways Development Council has been formed including all the river based states. Representatives from West Bengal and other states were present in today’s meeting.

Minister of state to the Ministry Shantunu Thakur told that around 250 kilometres waterways bordering Bangladesh, will be developed. He told that central government is serious about Tajpur Port in the state and willing to develop it but state government is not taking any positive action regarding this.

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In a tweet Prime Minister said, “Ushering in a new dawn of peace, harmony and togetherness! Today is a very special day for India. The Accord with Bodo groups, which has been inked today will lead to transformative results for the Bodo people.

Bodo Accord inked today stands out for many reasons. It successfully brings together the leading stakeholders under one framework. Those who were previously associated with armed resistance groups will now be entering the mainstream and contributing to our nation’s progress.

The Accord with Bodo groups will further protect and popularise the unique culture of the Bodo people. They will get access to a wide range of development oriented initiatives. We are committed to doing everything possible to help the Bodo people realise their aspirations”.

Earlier Union Minister for Home Affairs, Shri Amit Shah presided over the signing of a historic agreement between Government of India, Government of Assam and Bodo representatives to end the over 50-year old Bodo crisis. Further, a permanent solution has been found out for the problem that has cost the region over 4000 lives.

Present on the occasion were Chief Minister of Assam, Shri Sarbananda Sonowal, Convenor, NEDA and Assam Minister, Shri Himanta Biswa Sarma, Chief Executive Member of BTC, Shri Hagrama Mohilary, representatives of Bodoland Territorial Council (BTC), All Bodo Students Union (ABSU), United Boro People Organization (UBPO), National Democratic Front of Bodoland (NDFB) factions – Gobinda Basumatary, Dhirendra Boro, Ranjan Daimary, B. Saoraigwra, along with senior officers from Union Ministry of Home Affairs and the Government of Assam.

With this agreement, over 1500 armed cadres will abjure violence and join the mainstream. A Special Development Package Rs. 1500 crores over three years will be given by the Union Government to undertake specific projects for the development of Bodo areas.

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The purpose of releasing the NRC list is to find whether a person residing in Assam is actually an Indian or a foreigner. 

Here is how you can check your name in last Assam NRC list

Security was tightened across the state ahead of the publication of the NRC list. As a precautionary measure, fifty-one companies of the Central Armed Paramilitary Force (CAPF) had been deployed in various parts of the state. Section 144 of CrPC has been clamped in Dispur, where the state Secretariat and Assembly complexes are located. Prohibitory orders have been clamped in vulnerable areas like Bhangagarh, Basistha, Hatigaon, Sonapur and Khetri. Prohibitory orders are already in place in Dispur since August 28 and will stay until further notice.

The publication of the last NRC list – a sensitive political issue – is likely to stir up a huge gamut of reactions involving many of the stakeholders. Barring AASU, all major political parties, including Congress and AIUDF, have expressed fear that names of many genuine Indian citizens might be left out while those of the illegal foreigners may be included.

Keeping in view the far-reaching implications of the move, Assam Chief Minister Sarbananda Sonowal has called upon the people of the state to keep up peace and tranquillity.

Ahead of the publication of the NRC list, the Ministry of Home Affairs has also urged people not to believe in rumours.

A total of 3,11,21,004 persons found eligible for inclusion in last NRC leaving out 19,06,657 persons including those who did not send their claims. Those not satisfied with the outcome can file an appeal before Foreigners Tribunals, says Prateek Hajela, State Coordinator, NRC.

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