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Shipping Ministry issues “Aids to Navigation Bill 2020”
On July 10, 2020, the Ministry of Shipping issued “Aids to Navigation Bill 2020” draft for public consultation. The bill aims to replace 90 years old Light House Act, 1927. Highlights The bill has been introduced to augment people participation and transparency in governance. The bill will bring in best global practices, international obligations in ..
Month: Current Affairs - July, 2020
Category: Legal & Constitution Current Affairs
Topics: Aids to navigation • Aids to Navigation Bill 2020 • light house • lighthouse tourism • marine navigation • maritime security • Ship • Shipping
India to launch “Lighthouse Tourism”
On July 7, 2020, the Union Minister of State for Shipping shri Mansukh Mandaviya held a high-level meeting to develop 194 lighthouses into major tourist attractions. This will boost tourism activities and also will provide opportunities to learn about the enriched history of lighthouses. Highlights A detailed action plan was presented at the meeting. According ..
Month: Current Affairs - July, 2020
Category: Art & Culture Current Affairs
Topics: Andaman and Nicobar Islands • Aquaria • Cultural tourism • Heritage tourism • Lakshadweep • light house • PPP • PPP in India