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Time of India
a day ago
- Business
- Time of India
India presents candidature for International Maritime Organisation Council
India has presented its candidature for re-election to the International Maritime Organisation (IMO) Council at the organisation's 134th session in London, where the Ministry of Ports, Shipping and Waterways highlighted key aspects of maritime safety and gender inclusivity. At a special India-themed reception at the IMO Headquarters on Thursday evening, Ministry Secretary T K Ramachandran and Indian High Commissioner to the UK Vikram Doraiswami announced the decision to seek re-election in Category B of the Council. The election for the 2025-26 biennium will take place at the organisation's Assembly later this year and follows India's re-election with the highest tally back in December 2023. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Walmart Cameras Captured These Hilarious 20 Photos Undo "India embraces the philosophy of One Earth, One Family, One Future, and we bring this vision to life through fostering robust and collaborative maritime efforts," said Ramachandran in his address at the reception. "Under our Vision 2047 , we see maritime growth as a corner of global progress, and we deeply value a growing engagement with the IMO and its member states... we have several pillars, including shipbuilding, ship recycling, ship financing, ship ownership and ship flagging, the entire ecosystem," he said. Live Events The senior official highlighted the ministry's plans to invest USD 1 trillion in the sector over the next 25 years as he invited representatives from around the world to "partner with India in this quest for us to become one of the leading maritime nations in the world, and I trust that we will continue to receive your support as we seek re-election to the IMO Council". India's candidature falls under the Category of 10 states with "the largest interest in international seaborne trade", alongside Australia, Brazil, Canada, France, Germany, the Netherlands, Spain, Sweden and the United Arab Emirates (UAE). "I do want to emphasise how much we value the partnerships that we have forged with many delegations here, across the years, and our effort to see the IMO as a central pillar of the international order in the international maritime system, but most of all, as a technocratic body staffed by highly skilled professionals who do so much to ensure that our world functions in the way to which we have gotten used to," said Doraiswami. The IMO is the premier body that oversees the maritime sector, which in turn underpins international trade, transport and all maritime activities. The Council is the executive organ of IMO and is responsible, under the Assembly, for supervising the work of the organisation. The Assembly normally meets once every two years in a regular session. It is responsible for approving the work programme, voting the budget and determining the financial arrangements of the organisation. It also elects the organisation's 40-Member Council at these meetings for the next two-year period. The delegation led by Ramachandran reaffirmed India's continued support to IMO's efforts towards maritime safety, environmental protection, and inclusive development of the global maritime community during the IMO Council session in London. Earlier in the week, the team jointly hosted an 'India Maritime Investment Meet' with the High Commission of India in London to showcase the country as a fast-growing maritime economy and invite representatives from the UK's shipping industries to India Maritime Week 2025 in Mumbai, scheduled for October.
India Gazette
3 days ago
- Business
- India Gazette
India's High Commissioner to UK highlights efforts to improve logistics infrastructure, create favorable business environment
London [UK], July 9 (ANI): India's High Commissioner to the UK, Vikram Doraiswami, emphasised the country's growing focus on enhancing its external environment to support development objectives. Speaking at the India Maritime Investment Meet in London, Doraiswami highlighted India's efforts to improve its logistics infrastructure and create a favorable business environment. 'We are going to be all in for creating new infrastructure that makes the efficient movement of goods from ports and within the country a priority.' Doraiswami highlighted the government's efforts to improve the ease of doing business in India. He stated, 'In the last eight years, the government has stepped up its efforts considerably to improve the ease of doing business, in particular through focus on improved logistics.' Further, he emphasised that improving logistics in India requires more than just investment. He noted, 'Logistics cannot be improved merely by the addition of capital in India; it also requires a policy framework in which the state governments and municipalities are brought on board to facilitate through simplified rules for doing business.' The High Commissioner also underscored India's recognition of the importance of the external environment for its development objectives. He said, 'India has historically recognised the importance of the external environment for its development objectives. But in the last decade or so, we have actually started translating that into effective measures to support the externalisation of development opportunities for India, both in the Foreign Policy domain and the Foreign Economic Policy domain.' Notably, the UK and India finalised a Free Trade Agreement (FTA) on May 6, 2025, after three years of negotiations. The recently finalised FTA agreement between India and the United Kingdom (UK) will not only boost Indian exports and increase the mobility of Indian workers in the UK but also support India's economy through higher remittances and domestic spending, noted a report by S&P Global Market Intelligence. In 2024, Indian workers abroad sent home around USD 130 billion, making up 3.3 per cent of the country's GDP. The FTA also promises to double trade in goods and services between India and the UK by 2030, up from USD 56.7 billion in 2024. Indian exports, especially textiles and apparel--which face challenges in the US market--are expected to benefit from improved access to the UK market. (ANI)
News18
6 days ago
- Sport
- News18
Indian Women's Cricket Team Warmly Welcomed At India House In UK
The team and support staff, led by head coach Amol Muzumdar, gathered at the High Commission of India grounds on Saturday evening. Indian High Commissioner to the UK, Vikram Doraiswami, welcomed the 'genuine heroes" who inspire Indians worldwide with their performance, passion, and commitment to cricket. 'What they have done is to revolutionise sport and the idea of participation in everything in India," said Doraiswami. 'Today, young Indian women feel they can achieve anything thanks to you and the previous generation of cricket players… You possess magic and share it with us every time you play, for which we are very grateful," he said to the squad. 'Our cricket team, our hockey team, and other sports teams represent India at its best. These aren't just our top athletes; they are girls who represent India from every corner of the country, carrying the message of opportunity that sports offer," he stated. Shivani Uberoi, the Indian-origin Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion (EDI) Lead at the England and Wales Cricket Board (ECB), emphasised the cricketers' influence in both nations. 'The talent you possess makes every match exciting… You are role models not just for girls in India but also for girls in England and everywhere. So, thank you so much," said Uberoi. UK Immigration Minister Seema Malhotra highlighted how the Indian team's achievements are celebrated vigorously among diaspora communities in Britain. 'In today's modern world, physical wellbeing is crucial for mental wellbeing and in building leadership and character. In all these areas, you are a true inspiration," the British Indian minister said. All-rounder Jemima Rodrigues showcased her singing talent by performing a few lines of 'Yeh Dosti' from 'Sholay' during a light-hearted conversation with India's Deputy High Commissioner to the UK, Sujit Ghosh. 'The first support always came from here [England], when you all sold out stadiums at Lord's [Cricket Ground] and everywhere we played in 2017. Just keep turning up for the games; we have two more left (in the T20I series) – in Manchester and Birmingham. Your support means everything to us," said vice-captain Smriti Mandhana. Muzumdar reflected on the 'warmth and hospitality" the squad receives when touring England and pledged to continue playing entertaining cricket. 'On behalf of my team, I vow they will play a brand of cricket that will entertain all of you. Additionally, I promise each one of them will be true ambassadors of our country," he said. India leads the five-match T20I series 2-1, with their next fixture at Old Trafford on Wednesday. (With PTI Inputs)
India Gazette
6 days ago
- Sport
- India Gazette
High Commission of India in UK welcomes Women's Cricket Team
ANI 06 Jul 2025, 09:01 GMT+10 London [UK], July 6 (ANI): The High Commission of India in London welcomed the Indian Women's Cricket Team with pride and honour at India House. Hosted by High Commissioner Vikram Doraiswami, the event on July 5 brought together members of the Indian diaspora, diplomats, media professionals, and cricket fans from across the UK to celebrate the achievements and growing legacy of women's cricket in India. High Commissioner Doraiswami, in his address, highlighted how the team has become a symbol of rising India fearless, focused, and full of potential. He praised the players for not just their performance on the field but also for being role models for millions of young girls across the world. The captain (Harmanpreet Kaur) and vice-captain (Smriti Mandhana) of the Indian team, along with several key players, took the stage and spoke from the heart. They shared their journey, challenges, and the pride they feel representing India globally. Their message was one of unity, ambition, and the unstoppable rise of women in sport. The players were greeted with applause, cheers, and even a few emotional moments as the audience showed their support and admiration. (ANI)
Mint
6 days ago
- Sport
- Mint
Women's cricket team gets rousing welcome at India House in London
London, Jul 6 (PTI) The Indian women's cricket team, which is in England for T20I and ODI series, received a rousing welcome at a community gathering at the India House here. The Indian team and the support staff led by head coach Amol Muzumdar gathered on the grounds of the High Commission of India on Saturday evening. Indian High Commissioner to the UK Vikram Doraiswami welcomed the 'genuine heroes' who inspire Indians around the world with their performance and also their passion and commitment to cricket. 'What they have done is to revolutionise sport and to revolutionise the idea of participation in everything in India,' said Doraiswami. 'Today there is nothing that young Indian women feel they cannot do because of you and an earlier generation of cricket players… You have magic with you and you share it with us everywhere you play on the field, for which we are very, very grateful,' he said while addressing the squad. 'When you look at our cricket team, our hockey team or any of our sports teams, these represent India at its best. 'These are not just our best sports people, but these are girls who represent India from every corner of our country. These are girls who carry the message of an opportunity that sports gives to every corner of the country,' he said. Shivani Uberoi, the Indian-origin Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion (EDI) Lead at the England and Wales Cricket Board (ECB), highlighted the influence of the cricketers across both nations. 'The skills that you have, the talent that you have just really makes every match so exciting… you are not just role models for girls in India, you are models for girls in England and everywhere. So, thank you so much,' said Uberoi. UK Immigration Minister Seema Malhotra highlighted how the achievements of the Indian team are celebrated with vigour among the diaspora communities in Britain. 'What is so important in today's modern world is that we find time for physical wellbeing, which is important for our mental wellbeing and in building leadership and character. And, in all of those areas, you are a true inspiration,' the British Indian minister said. All-rounder Jemima Rodrigues went on to display her talent as a singer by crooning a few lines of the song 'Yeh Dosti' from 'Sholay' as she joined some of her teammates in a light-hearted conversation session with India's Deputy High Commissioner to the UK, Sujit Ghosh. 'The first support always came from here [England], when you all sold-out the stadiums at Lord's [Cricket Ground] and everywhere we played in 2017. 'Just keep turning up for the games, we have two more left (in the T20I series) – in Manchester and Birmingham. Your support means everything to us,' said vice-captain Smriti Mandhana. Muzumdar reflected upon the 'warmth and hospitality' the squad receives when they tour England and pledged to continue to display entertaining cricket. 'I would like to vouch, on behalf of my team, that they would be playing a brand of cricket that would entertain all of you. Also, I vouch that every one of them will be true ambassadors of our country,' he said. India are leading the five-match T20I series 2-1, and their next fixture is at Old Trafford on Wednesday.
