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16 November, 2013
Prime Minister Manmohan Singh by deciding to skip the CHOGM in Sri Lanka has respected the sentiments of people of Tamil Nadu, Shipping Minister G K Vasan
Prime Minister Manmohan Singh by deciding to skip the CHOGM in Sri Lanka has respected the sentiments of people of Tamil Nadu, Shipping Minister G K Vasan has said.
External Affairs Minister Salman Khurshid has gone to Colombo as only the Centre can find a solution to the Tamils' problems and issue of attacks on Tamil Nadu fishermen, he told reporters here last night.
External Affairs Minister Salman Khurshid has gone to Colombo as only the Centre can find a solution to the Tamils' problems and issue of attacks on Tamil Nadu fishermen, he told reporters here last night.
Marina lighthouse reopened to visitors
Union shipping minister G.K. Vasan on Thursday reopened the lighthouse on the Marina for visitors.
Talking to reporters after the reopening ceremony, Mr. Vasan said the place was readied two months ago. However, the authorities waited to complete the installation of all safety parameters, including stainless steel grills on the 10 floor, surveillance cameras and a lift, before inaugurating it.
The 46-metre-high lighthouse was closed to visitors nearly 20 years ago. In the intervening period, residents of Chennai and tourists from both within the country and abroad were unable to enjoy the vantage position the lighthouse gave.
Charges for visitors have now been fixed at Rs. 5 for child and Rs. 10 for an adult.
Mr. Vasan also inaugurated a technical museum within the lighthouse complex for which the entry fee is fixed at Rs. 10. The lighthouse will be open between 10 a.m. and 1 p.m. and in the evening, between 3 p.m. and 5 p.m., on all days, except Mondays.
NAVIGATIONAL TEXT SERVICE
Mr. Vasan also said navigational text message telecast would give meteorological warnings, weather forecast and search and rescue messages to fishermen.
Seven Navtex monitoring stations will be established along the country’s coastline at a total cost of Rs. 20.25 crore. Work on this new facility is expected to be completed by December next year.
In Tamil Nadu, two such stations will be established — one at Muttam Point in Kanyakumari district and another at Porto Novo in Cuddalore district.
These stations will continuously check the weather conditions and pass on the message using MF transmitters at 518 KHz and transmit information in the local language, said Mr. Vasan.
NEW LIGHTHOUSE AT MARAKKANAM
A new lighthouse will be inaugurated in Marakkanam on November 30.
The shipping ministry decided to convert 15 lighthouses in the country into tourist attractions. This is being done in collaboration with the tourism ministry. The Marina lighthouse is the first one to be reopened to visitors. This will be followed by the Mamallapuram lighthouse in January next year, he said.
CCTV CAMERAS INSTALLED
Detailing the safety parameters at the lighthouse, Mr. Vasan said on every floor, a closed circuit television (CCTV) camera had been installed. The footage will be monitored on the ground floor. Similarly, alarms had been installed at various floors. Training was imparted to the employees of the lighthouse on handling fire extinguishers and first aid.
Emergency exits too had been provided on every floor for the benefit of the visitors, he said.
Talking to reporters after the reopening ceremony, Mr. Vasan said the place was readied two months ago. However, the authorities waited to complete the installation of all safety parameters, including stainless steel grills on the 10 floor, surveillance cameras and a lift, before inaugurating it.
The 46-metre-high lighthouse was closed to visitors nearly 20 years ago. In the intervening period, residents of Chennai and tourists from both within the country and abroad were unable to enjoy the vantage position the lighthouse gave.
Charges for visitors have now been fixed at Rs. 5 for child and Rs. 10 for an adult.
Mr. Vasan also inaugurated a technical museum within the lighthouse complex for which the entry fee is fixed at Rs. 10. The lighthouse will be open between 10 a.m. and 1 p.m. and in the evening, between 3 p.m. and 5 p.m., on all days, except Mondays.
NAVIGATIONAL TEXT SERVICE
Mr. Vasan also said navigational text message telecast would give meteorological warnings, weather forecast and search and rescue messages to fishermen.
Seven Navtex monitoring stations will be established along the country’s coastline at a total cost of Rs. 20.25 crore. Work on this new facility is expected to be completed by December next year.
In Tamil Nadu, two such stations will be established — one at Muttam Point in Kanyakumari district and another at Porto Novo in Cuddalore district.
These stations will continuously check the weather conditions and pass on the message using MF transmitters at 518 KHz and transmit information in the local language, said Mr. Vasan.
NEW LIGHTHOUSE AT MARAKKANAM
A new lighthouse will be inaugurated in Marakkanam on November 30.
The shipping ministry decided to convert 15 lighthouses in the country into tourist attractions. This is being done in collaboration with the tourism ministry. The Marina lighthouse is the first one to be reopened to visitors. This will be followed by the Mamallapuram lighthouse in January next year, he said.
CCTV CAMERAS INSTALLED
Detailing the safety parameters at the lighthouse, Mr. Vasan said on every floor, a closed circuit television (CCTV) camera had been installed. The footage will be monitored on the ground floor. Similarly, alarms had been installed at various floors. Training was imparted to the employees of the lighthouse on handling fire extinguishers and first aid.
Emergency exits too had been provided on every floor for the benefit of the visitors, he said.
The capacity of Indian ports including major and non major ports has now crossed 1,300 million tonnes per annum (MTPA). The ministry's vision and our maritime agenda is to increase the capacity to 3,200 million tonnes by 2020," Vasan
"The capacity of Indian ports including major and non major ports has now crossed 1,300 million tonnes per annum (MTPA). The ministry's vision and our maritime agenda is to increase the capacity to 3,200 million tonnes by 2020," Vasan told reporters on the sidelines of an event here.
"Government of India has taken various initiatives to enhance capacity of Indian ports and also to modernise their operations," he said after inaugurating two terminals and signing of six concession agreements
"Government of India has taken various initiatives to enhance capacity of Indian ports and also to modernise their operations," he said after inaugurating two terminals and signing of six concession agreements
The capacity of Indian ports including major and non major ports has now crossed 1,300 million tonnes per annum (MTPA). The ministry's vision and our maritime agenda is to increase the capacity to 3,200 million tonnes by 2020," Vasan
"The capacity of Indian ports including major and non major ports has now crossed 1,300 million tonnes per annum (MTPA). The ministry's vision and our maritime agenda is to increase the capacity to 3,200 million tonnes by 2020," Vasan told reporters on the sidelines of an event here.
"Government of India has taken various initiatives to enhance capacity of Indian ports and also to modernise their operations," he said after inaugurating two terminals and signing of six concession agreements
"Government of India has taken various initiatives to enhance capacity of Indian ports and also to modernise their operations," he said after inaugurating two terminals and signing of six concession agreements
07 November, 2013
A delegation under the leadership of GK Vasan, minister of shipping will be visiting Japan from November 7 to November 12, on the invitation of Akihiro Ohta, minister of land, infrastructure transport and tourism, government of Japan
India and Japan decided to strengthen their cooperation in the shipping sector, said Union Minister of Shipping G.K. Vasan, ahead of his visit to Japan today at the invitation from Mr. Akihiro Ohta, Japan’s Minister of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism.
The visiting delegation from India will have discussions with the Japanese Government for better coordination with Japanese companies to utilize facilities at Indian Ports, especially Ennore and Chennai Ports, said the ministry in a statement. Mr. Vasan will also lead discussions for obtaining funding from the Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA) for the Outer Harbour project of VOC Port, Thuthikoodi.
The Government of Japan had earlier shown interest in developing Chennai-Bangalore Industrial Corridor as part of Penninsular Region Industrial Development corridor (PRIDe) of India. Ennore Port has been identified as one of the main logistic hub in this industrial corridor development. JICA has already commenced a study for the purpose.
The visiting Indian delegation consists of Secretary (Shipping) Mr. Vishwapati Trivedi, CMD of Ennore Port Ltd., Mr. M.A. Bhaskarachar, and other officials of the Shipping Ministry. The delegation besides meeting the political leaders, government officials and business leaders during their visit, would be visiting the Port of Yokohama and Port of Nagoya to see the port operations and the latest technologies being utilized in these two Ports.
Japanese automobile manufacturing companies like Toyota, Mitsubushi, Isuzu, Nissan and Toshiba have been using Chennai Port for importing automobile components through containers for their factories located in Chennai. The Japanese Company M/s Metal One (Mitshubishi group) is importing steel coils used for automobile through Chennai Port in the break bulk form. Around 240 Japanese companies have developed businesses in and around Chennai in the last decade.
Various Japanese Companies have also been evincing a lot of interest in enhancing their use of the Ennore Port. At present, Nissan Motors India and Toyota are the major Japanese Companies using the Ennore Port facilities for their export. Nissan Motors has exported about 3 lakhs cars from Ennore Port. Toyota has so far exported 42,000 cars from the Port.
The visiting delegation from India will have discussions with the Japanese Government for better coordination with Japanese companies to utilize facilities at Indian Ports, especially Ennore and Chennai Ports, said the ministry in a statement. Mr. Vasan will also lead discussions for obtaining funding from the Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA) for the Outer Harbour project of VOC Port, Thuthikoodi.
The Government of Japan had earlier shown interest in developing Chennai-Bangalore Industrial Corridor as part of Penninsular Region Industrial Development corridor (PRIDe) of India. Ennore Port has been identified as one of the main logistic hub in this industrial corridor development. JICA has already commenced a study for the purpose.
The visiting Indian delegation consists of Secretary (Shipping) Mr. Vishwapati Trivedi, CMD of Ennore Port Ltd., Mr. M.A. Bhaskarachar, and other officials of the Shipping Ministry. The delegation besides meeting the political leaders, government officials and business leaders during their visit, would be visiting the Port of Yokohama and Port of Nagoya to see the port operations and the latest technologies being utilized in these two Ports.
Japanese automobile manufacturing companies like Toyota, Mitsubushi, Isuzu, Nissan and Toshiba have been using Chennai Port for importing automobile components through containers for their factories located in Chennai. The Japanese Company M/s Metal One (Mitshubishi group) is importing steel coils used for automobile through Chennai Port in the break bulk form. Around 240 Japanese companies have developed businesses in and around Chennai in the last decade.
Various Japanese Companies have also been evincing a lot of interest in enhancing their use of the Ennore Port. At present, Nissan Motors India and Toyota are the major Japanese Companies using the Ennore Port facilities for their export. Nissan Motors has exported about 3 lakhs cars from Ennore Port. Toyota has so far exported 42,000 cars from the Port.
27 October, 2013
Take 100% benefit out of the welfare schemes of the government - GK Vasan
People should take full benefit out of the welfare schemes of the government G.K. Vasan, Union Minister of Shipping, urged the people. The Minister was addressing after inaugurating the three-day-long Bharat Nirman Public Information Campaign at Medavakkam near Chennai today, organised by PIB. People should visit such awareness campaigns and know about all the welfare schemes and the ways & means to get full benefits, Shri Vasan asked the gathering. In this direction, the Minister commended the Public Information Campaigns that have been organized for the past seven years with the aim of enlightening the people about the various welfare/developmental schemes. For the benefits of the schemes to reach the common people, every one, right from Ministers to Panchayat leaders and the common people, should be involved, he noted. The exhibition that had been put up on the sidelines of the Campaign with more than 40 stalls highlights the priority schemes of the government. People should visit each and every stall, ask questions, and know about the schemes thoroughly. The UPA government at the Centre has been implementing various welfare schemes for the common people for the past nine years, for both rural and urban people, Shri Vasan pointed out. The Bharat Nirman schemes are implemented under the direct supervision of the Prime Minister. These schemes provide all the basic facilities in the rural areas, like drinking water, irrigation, electricity, telecommunication, medical, housing, etc. The government wants the rural areas to have same basic facilities like in cities, he added. Some of the priority schemes of the government are Right to Information, PM's 15-point programme for the welfare of the minorities, Jawaharlal Nehru New Urban Renewal Mission, etc., the Minister highlighted. Shri Vasan noted with pride the implementation of MGNREA out of which 4.8 crore families are benefited. Since 2006 till 2013, Rs. 2, 38,400 cr. has been spent on the programme. He pointed out that the mid-day meal scheme, the world's biggest such scheme, was thought of and implemented some 60 years back itself by the visionary leader, Shri K. Kamaraj, who also introduced the uniform system for students so that there will not be any social differences among the students while studying. This mid-day meal scheme has now been implemented throughout India by the UPA government. During 2013-14, Rs. 13,215 cr. has been allocated for this, out of which 12.5 crore students are benefited. Another important scheme is Food Security Scheme, which benefits 63% of rural population and 37% of urban population. Rs. 1, 27,000 cr. is the fund allocated for this, Shri Vasan said. For education, Rs.27, 258 Crore has been allocated to ensure education for all, which has benefited 20 Crore students and drastically reduced non-school going number. Similarly for the welfare of SC/ST, Rs. 66,158 crore has been allocated, which is 12% more than last years. For minorities, the fund allocated is Rs. 3,514 crore, which is again 14% more. The government is also focusing on the welfare on women & children, for which Rs. 1, 74,370 cr. has been allotted, The opening of all-women bank is a step in this direction, Shri Vasan pointed out. Shri Vasan noted that such campaigns are conducted for creating awareness about the schemes for which huge sums are allocated by the government. So people should fully utilise such opportunities and know about the schemes to reap full benefits out of the schemes. Later, Shri Vasan observed that all the sections of the society, cutting across narrow political interests, must join the efforts of the government in implementing welfare schemes. The Minister also released 12 booklets brought out by PIB on the welfare schemes. He also handed over loan benefits to various groups/students, organised by Indian Bank. Earlier, Shri K.M. Ravindran, Addl. Director General, PIB, Chennai, welcomed the gathering. Thousands of people from various sections of the society, including Women SHG members, students, etc., participated in the event.
26 October, 2013
GAIL signs MoU with Paradip Port for setting up LNG terminal at Odisha
Gas Authority of India Limited (GAIL) signs memorandum of understanding (MoU) with Paradip Port for setting up LNG terminal. S. S. Mishra, Chairman, PPT, and Sanjib Datta, Executive Director, GAIL(I) Ltd, signed the MoU in the presence of Union Shipping Minister G. K. Vasan, Shipping Secretary Dr Viswapati Trivedi and the chairmen of several major ports, among others.
Union Shipping minister GK Vasan said the LNG terminal at Paradip would put Odisha in the world LNG map, besides ushering in a new era in economic development for the state.
GAIL proposes to set up the first phase facility with a capacity of four million tonnes per annum (4.8 mmtpa in a peak condition) and a storage capacity of 170,000 cubic metres, to be doubled in the second phase. The first phase work will entail an investment of Rs 3,108 crore.
PPT will spend Rs 650 crore towards construction of a breakwater and dredging required for the project and GAIL the balance Rs 2,458 crore. Barring unforeseen developments, the project should be ready in four years by 2017
Union Shipping minister GK Vasan said the LNG terminal at Paradip would put Odisha in the world LNG map, besides ushering in a new era in economic development for the state.
GAIL proposes to set up the first phase facility with a capacity of four million tonnes per annum (4.8 mmtpa in a peak condition) and a storage capacity of 170,000 cubic metres, to be doubled in the second phase. The first phase work will entail an investment of Rs 3,108 crore.
PPT will spend Rs 650 crore towards construction of a breakwater and dredging required for the project and GAIL the balance Rs 2,458 crore. Barring unforeseen developments, the project should be ready in four years by 2017
Cochin Shipyard pays Rs 16.99-cr dividend
Cochin Shipyard Ltd has paid a dividend of Rs 16.99 crore to the Union Government for the fifth consecutive year.
The dividend cheque was handed over to Shipping Minister G.K. Vasan by CMD of CSL Commodre K. Subramaniam in New Delhi.
The dividend consists of Rs 1.5 per equity share on the 11,32,80,000 fully paid equity shares of Rs 10 each.
In addition, the yard has also contributed Rs 158 crore to the exchequer by way of VAT, income tax, fringe benefit tax, excise duty, customs duty and service tax during the year 2012-13.
The highlight of this year’s performance was the launching of Vikrant, the first indigenously built aircraft carrier.
DIVERSIFIED PRODUCTS
A diversified product mix of Defence and commercial shipbuilding orders and vigorous ship repair activity had helped the company to navigate through the severe downturn in the industry witnessed from 2007 onwards.
The company’s turnover increased five-folds from Rs 373 crore in 2005-06 to Rs 1,554 crore in 2012-13 and the net profit doubled during the period from Rs 94 crore to Rs 185 crore.
With a net worth of Rs 1,200 crore, the present book value of the company’s shares of Rs 10 is Rs 105.
EXPANSION
In order to maintain the growth momentum, CSL has identified projects for expansion.
The yard has identified considerable potential in the ship repair business, owing to lack of commensurate facilities in the country, a press release said.
BIGGER DRY DOCK
It is also exploring the possibility of setting up a bigger dry dock in CSL for
The dividend cheque was handed over to Shipping Minister G.K. Vasan by CMD of CSL Commodre K. Subramaniam in New Delhi.
The dividend consists of Rs 1.5 per equity share on the 11,32,80,000 fully paid equity shares of Rs 10 each.
In addition, the yard has also contributed Rs 158 crore to the exchequer by way of VAT, income tax, fringe benefit tax, excise duty, customs duty and service tax during the year 2012-13.
The highlight of this year’s performance was the launching of Vikrant, the first indigenously built aircraft carrier.
DIVERSIFIED PRODUCTS
A diversified product mix of Defence and commercial shipbuilding orders and vigorous ship repair activity had helped the company to navigate through the severe downturn in the industry witnessed from 2007 onwards.
The company’s turnover increased five-folds from Rs 373 crore in 2005-06 to Rs 1,554 crore in 2012-13 and the net profit doubled during the period from Rs 94 crore to Rs 185 crore.
With a net worth of Rs 1,200 crore, the present book value of the company’s shares of Rs 10 is Rs 105.
EXPANSION
In order to maintain the growth momentum, CSL has identified projects for expansion.
The yard has identified considerable potential in the ship repair business, owing to lack of commensurate facilities in the country, a press release said.
BIGGER DRY DOCK
It is also exploring the possibility of setting up a bigger dry dock in CSL for
Kariyawasam’s remarks not in good taste: Vasan
Union Minister of Shipping G.K. Vasan on Friday said Sri Lanka’s High Commissioner Prasad Kariyawasam had overstepped his bounds by commenting that only those who did not participate in the Commonwealth Heads of Government Meeting (CHOGM) would face isolation.
At a time when pressure was mounting from Tamil Nadu on the Central government to boycott CHOGM, especially after the State Assembly adopted a resolution in this regard, Mr. Kariyawasam’s remarks were not in good taste. “It is an important issue involving a lot of emotions and the Indian government is studying the situation. He has clearly overstepped his brief,” Mr. Vasan told The Hindu.
Kudankulam project
The Minister said the constant efforts taken by the Union government and the good work of scientists had produced a positive result in the Kudankulam Nuclear Power Project. “There is an expectation among the people of Tamil Nadu that the State should get more power generated from the first unit. We will try to ensure it,” he said.
Mr. Vasan said the Congress-led UPA government had formulated various schemes keeping in mind the specific needs of the people in every State. “The State government should not view them politically and ensure that the people are benefited from the scheme,” he said.
At a time when pressure was mounting from Tamil Nadu on the Central government to boycott CHOGM, especially after the State Assembly adopted a resolution in this regard, Mr. Kariyawasam’s remarks were not in good taste. “It is an important issue involving a lot of emotions and the Indian government is studying the situation. He has clearly overstepped his brief,” Mr. Vasan told The Hindu.
Kudankulam project
The Minister said the constant efforts taken by the Union government and the good work of scientists had produced a positive result in the Kudankulam Nuclear Power Project. “There is an expectation among the people of Tamil Nadu that the State should get more power generated from the first unit. We will try to ensure it,” he said.
Mr. Vasan said the Congress-led UPA government had formulated various schemes keeping in mind the specific needs of the people in every State. “The State government should not view them politically and ensure that the people are benefited from the scheme,” he said.
21 October, 2013
Over Rs 66,000 crore sanctioned for SC/STs this year: GK Vasan
Centre has sanctioned RS 66,159 crore for scheduled castes and scheduled tribes this year, Shipping Minister G.K.Vasan has said.
This was 14 per cent more than last year, he said, unveiling a life size statue of Dr B R Ambedkar at Pachanampatty village in the district last night.
Former Lok Sabha MP K.Kandaswamy presided
This was 14 per cent more than last year, he said, unveiling a life size statue of Dr B R Ambedkar at Pachanampatty village in the district last night.
Former Lok Sabha MP K.Kandaswamy presided
150th anniversary celebrations of Town HSS from January 27
Union Minister for Shipping G.K.Vasan has appealed to the people of Kumbakonam to celebrate the 150th year of Town Higher Secondary School in a grand manner.
Presiding over a meeting of the celebration committee headed by him in Kumbakonam on Sunday, Mr.Vasan said that 150th year anniversary celebrations of the school will be held on January 27, 28 and 29 next year. Eminent persons such as Mathematician Srinivasa Ramanujan, former Union Minister T.T.Krishnamachary, Sadasiva Pandarathar were some of the notable alumni of the school. “Though I’m not a student of this school, I studied in Kumbakonam and I’m a son of this soil,” Mr.Vasan said.
The Town Higher Secondary School is being run from a heritage building and remains a temple of learning amidst the many temples of worship of the town.
The 150 years of educational service of the school should be lauded, recognised, and appreciated.
“Kumbakonam should wear a festive look,” Mr.Vasan said.
Committee members G.Rangasamy Moopanar and Dr.P.Seethraman participated. .
The school was started as a primary school on April 14, 1864. M.Martin, a retired head constable, was the first head master of the school. Philanthropists Raghunatha Samy Rao, Rao Bahadur T.Gopal Rao, and Subbaraya Chettiar contributed to the growth of the school.
Thambusamy Mudaliar gave the land for the school for a low price.
Mysore King Bahadur Jayasama Raja Wodayar graced the centenary celebration of the school held on September 21, 1964. At present there are nearly 3,508 students and 138 teaching and non-teaching staff.
Presiding over a meeting of the celebration committee headed by him in Kumbakonam on Sunday, Mr.Vasan said that 150th year anniversary celebrations of the school will be held on January 27, 28 and 29 next year. Eminent persons such as Mathematician Srinivasa Ramanujan, former Union Minister T.T.Krishnamachary, Sadasiva Pandarathar were some of the notable alumni of the school. “Though I’m not a student of this school, I studied in Kumbakonam and I’m a son of this soil,” Mr.Vasan said.
The Town Higher Secondary School is being run from a heritage building and remains a temple of learning amidst the many temples of worship of the town.
The 150 years of educational service of the school should be lauded, recognised, and appreciated.
“Kumbakonam should wear a festive look,” Mr.Vasan said.
Committee members G.Rangasamy Moopanar and Dr.P.Seethraman participated. .
The school was started as a primary school on April 14, 1864. M.Martin, a retired head constable, was the first head master of the school. Philanthropists Raghunatha Samy Rao, Rao Bahadur T.Gopal Rao, and Subbaraya Chettiar contributed to the growth of the school.
Thambusamy Mudaliar gave the land for the school for a low price.
Mysore King Bahadur Jayasama Raja Wodayar graced the centenary celebration of the school held on September 21, 1964. At present there are nearly 3,508 students and 138 teaching and non-teaching staff.
Truth behind US firm-owned ship detention, crew arrest after enquiry: GK Vasan
he truth behind the detention of the US firm-owned ship and the arrest of its 35 crew members would come out after an enquiry into the matter, Shipping Minister G K Vasan said here today.
"All those arrested from the ship have been lodged at a prison in Palayamkottai. The truth will come out after a full enquiry. The law will take its own course," he told reporters here.
The ship flying the Sierra Leone flag was intercepted by Coast Guard in Indian waters 15 nautical miles off Tuticorin coast on October 12.
An FIR was registered against the 35 crew under the Arms Act for carrying arms without authorisation and Essential Commodities Act for buying 1,500 litres of diesel illegally with the help of a local shipping agent.
150th anniversary celebrations of Town HSS from January 27
Union Minister for Shipping G.K.Vasan has appealed to the people of Kumbakonam to celebrate the 150th year of Town Higher Secondary School in a grand manner.
Presiding over a meeting of the celebration committee headed by him in Kumbakonam on Sunday, Mr.Vasan said that 150th year anniversary celebrations of the school will be held on January 27, 28 and 29 next year. Eminent persons such as Mathematician Srinivasa Ramanujan, former Union Minister T.T.Krishnamachary, Sadasiva Pandarathar were some of the notable alumni of the school. “Though I’m not a student of this school, I studied in Kumbakonam and I’m a son of this soil,” Mr.Vasan said.
The Town Higher Secondary School is being run from a heritage building and remains a temple of learning amidst the many temples of worship of the town.
The 150 years of educational service of the school should be lauded, recognised, and appreciated.
"All those arrested from the ship have been lodged at a prison in Palayamkottai. The truth will come out after a full enquiry. The law will take its own course," he told reporters here.
The ship flying the Sierra Leone flag was intercepted by Coast Guard in Indian waters 15 nautical miles off Tuticorin coast on October 12.
An FIR was registered against the 35 crew under the Arms Act for carrying arms without authorisation and Essential Commodities Act for buying 1,500 litres of diesel illegally with the help of a local shipping agent.
150th anniversary celebrations of Town HSS from January 27
Union Minister for Shipping G.K.Vasan has appealed to the people of Kumbakonam to celebrate the 150th year of Town Higher Secondary School in a grand manner.
Presiding over a meeting of the celebration committee headed by him in Kumbakonam on Sunday, Mr.Vasan said that 150th year anniversary celebrations of the school will be held on January 27, 28 and 29 next year. Eminent persons such as Mathematician Srinivasa Ramanujan, former Union Minister T.T.Krishnamachary, Sadasiva Pandarathar were some of the notable alumni of the school. “Though I’m not a student of this school, I studied in Kumbakonam and I’m a son of this soil,” Mr.Vasan said.
The Town Higher Secondary School is being run from a heritage building and remains a temple of learning amidst the many temples of worship of the town.
The 150 years of educational service of the school should be lauded, recognised, and appreciated.
16 October, 2013
Release of US ship after probe ends: G.K. Vasan
Shipping Minister G.K. Vasan Wednesday said the US company-owned ship detained at Tamil Nadu’s Tuticorin port will not be allowed to move out till the completion of a probe into the arms consignment it carried.
Speaking to reporters here, Vasan said several questions have to be answered and the investigation will bring out the truth.
Meanwhile, the Q branch of the Tamil Nadu police began its investigation with the case being transferred to it from the marine police.
The Q branch monitors activities of banned organisations and people associated with such groups.
Speaking to IANS over phone from Tuticorin, a marine police official said the division’s role will end with Q branch taking over the case.
Flying West African country Sierra Leone’s flag, Seaman Guard Ohio, owned by US company AdvanFort was in Indian waters Friday night around 15 nautical miles from Tuticorin port.
The Indian Coast Guard escorted the ship with 35 members (10 crew and 25 security guards) to Tuticorin port, around 600 km from here.
Officials from different security departments are questioning members
Speaking to reporters here, Vasan said several questions have to be answered and the investigation will bring out the truth.
Meanwhile, the Q branch of the Tamil Nadu police began its investigation with the case being transferred to it from the marine police.
The Q branch monitors activities of banned organisations and people associated with such groups.
Speaking to IANS over phone from Tuticorin, a marine police official said the division’s role will end with Q branch taking over the case.
Flying West African country Sierra Leone’s flag, Seaman Guard Ohio, owned by US company AdvanFort was in Indian waters Friday night around 15 nautical miles from Tuticorin port.
The Indian Coast Guard escorted the ship with 35 members (10 crew and 25 security guards) to Tuticorin port, around 600 km from here.
Officials from different security departments are questioning members
13 October, 2013
Shipping Minister G K Vasan today said he expected tangible results from the recent dialogue between External Affairs Minister Salman Khurshid and Sri Lankan President Mahinda Rajapakse towards ensuring safety of Tamils in the island and also put an end to attacks on Tamil Nadu fishermen.
The talks Khurshid had with Rajapakse on Tamils issue was expected to yield results and lead to safety and restoration of the rights of the ethnic population in that nation, he told reporters here.
"The talks were held in a such a way that there would be a guarantee to the safety and restoring the rights of Sri Lankan Tamils", he said.
Noting that the Union Government has been laying special emphasis on checking attacks on Indian fishermen by Sri Lankan Navy, he said, "I hope the visit of Khurshid will bring a positive end to the troubles faced by Tamil Nadu fishermen."
Vasan sought to remind that whenever the Indian fishermen faced trouble at the hands of Sri Lankan navy authorities, the Tamil Nadu Congress Committee had taken up the issue with the External Affairs Ministry.
When asked whether India would participate in the CHOGAM summit to be hosted by Sri Lanka next month, he said a decision would be taken considering safety, rights and implementation of the 13th Amendment by the Island nation government.
Khurshid had visited Sri Lanka last week and held talks with Rajapakse and other top government leadership on a host of issues, including that of Indian fishermen languishing in jails and devolution of powers to the Tamils provinces.
Vasan avoided a direct reply when asked whether Congress will support DMK in the December four bye-election to Yercaud assembly constituency, but hastened add "after AICC takes a decision, the Tamil Nadu unit of the party would officially announce its stand".
Last week, DMK patriarch M Karunanidhi wrote letters to various political parties including Congress seeking support for its candidate in the bypoll, but left parties have already rejected the request.
The talks Khurshid had with Rajapakse on Tamils issue was expected to yield results and lead to safety and restoration of the rights of the ethnic population in that nation, he told reporters here.
"The talks were held in a such a way that there would be a guarantee to the safety and restoring the rights of Sri Lankan Tamils", he said.
Noting that the Union Government has been laying special emphasis on checking attacks on Indian fishermen by Sri Lankan Navy, he said, "I hope the visit of Khurshid will bring a positive end to the troubles faced by Tamil Nadu fishermen."
Vasan sought to remind that whenever the Indian fishermen faced trouble at the hands of Sri Lankan navy authorities, the Tamil Nadu Congress Committee had taken up the issue with the External Affairs Ministry.
When asked whether India would participate in the CHOGAM summit to be hosted by Sri Lanka next month, he said a decision would be taken considering safety, rights and implementation of the 13th Amendment by the Island nation government.
Khurshid had visited Sri Lanka last week and held talks with Rajapakse and other top government leadership on a host of issues, including that of Indian fishermen languishing in jails and devolution of powers to the Tamils provinces.
Vasan avoided a direct reply when asked whether Congress will support DMK in the December four bye-election to Yercaud assembly constituency, but hastened add "after AICC takes a decision, the Tamil Nadu unit of the party would officially announce its stand".
Last week, DMK patriarch M Karunanidhi wrote letters to various political parties including Congress seeking support for its candidate in the bypoll, but left parties have already rejected the request.
Vasan wants DMDK in UPA for 2014 LS elections
Asked about the chances of DMDK being a part of the UPA, Vasan said: "It will be an immense pleasure to have a good party in our alliance." He was speaking to reporters at TNCC headquarters on Saturday. The two leaders enjoy good camaraderie, with Vijayakanth visiting Vasan's father, G K Moopanar's memorial every year. The two leaders had met recently on Moopanar's death anniversary with hundreds of supporters from both sides, triggering speculation of a possible political equation.
On DMK leader M Karunanidhi's letter to political parties, including the Congress and the BJP, seeking support for his party's candidate for the Yercaud bypoll, Vasan said the AICC high command would decide on the issue and an announcement would be made officially by TNCC president B S Gnanadesikan soon. "My stand is that of my party," the Congress leader said
On DMK leader M Karunanidhi's letter to political parties, including the Congress and the BJP, seeking support for his party's candidate for the Yercaud bypoll, Vasan said the AICC high command would decide on the issue and an announcement would be made officially by TNCC president B S Gnanadesikan soon. "My stand is that of my party," the Congress leader said
01 October, 2013
Fifth Edition of India International Regatta Competition Inaugurated in Chennai
The Minister of Shipping GK Vasan inaugurated the fifth edition of the India International Regatta Competition in Chennai on 30 September 2013. The competition focuses o sailing, which teaches the control of the boat depending upon the flow of the wind, the tide and the currents. The India International Regatta Competition is an annual sailing event which is organised by the Tamil Nadu Sailing Association.
t is important to note that the sailors of the Tamil Nadu Sailing Association also won Gold in the team sailing championships in the Sail the Gulf event at Doha, Qatar in February 2013. The team also won other individual medals.
t is important to note that the sailors of the Tamil Nadu Sailing Association also won Gold in the team sailing championships in the Sail the Gulf event at Doha, Qatar in February 2013. The team also won other individual medals.
Two officers to be sent to Sri Lanka
Noting that the Indian government is working hard to release fishermen from Sri Lanka, Union shipping minister G.K. Vasan told reporters here that two special officers would be sent to the Indian Embassy in Sri Lanka to facilitate the release of fishermen.
“We hope that all fishermen held captive in Lankan prisons will be freed at one go,” he said after inaugurating the 5th Raymond India International Sailing Regatta 2013 at the Chennai Port Trust (CPT) here on Monday.
“Our embassy is extending all help to the fishermen jailed in Sri Lanka. The Indian government is very particular that such detention of fishermen, firing at their boats, capture and arrest of fishermen should not continue,” he added. He noted that fishermen held captive in Sri Lanka are mainly from Rameswaram, Theni and Thoothukudi districts.
On Rahul Gandhi’s rejection of the UPA ordinance shielding convicted MPs and MLAs, Vasan said Rahul was the Congress vice-president and had made the remarks as an individual and as a Congressman. “It also reflects the views of the common man,” the shipping minister pointed out.
Earlier, he promised that the Chennai Port Trust would consider the Tamil Nadu Sailing Association’s request to allot it an area on a long-term basis at a concessional
“We hope that all fishermen held captive in Lankan prisons will be freed at one go,” he said after inaugurating the 5th Raymond India International Sailing Regatta 2013 at the Chennai Port Trust (CPT) here on Monday.
“Our embassy is extending all help to the fishermen jailed in Sri Lanka. The Indian government is very particular that such detention of fishermen, firing at their boats, capture and arrest of fishermen should not continue,” he added. He noted that fishermen held captive in Sri Lanka are mainly from Rameswaram, Theni and Thoothukudi districts.
On Rahul Gandhi’s rejection of the UPA ordinance shielding convicted MPs and MLAs, Vasan said Rahul was the Congress vice-president and had made the remarks as an individual and as a Congressman. “It also reflects the views of the common man,” the shipping minister pointed out.
Earlier, he promised that the Chennai Port Trust would consider the Tamil Nadu Sailing Association’s request to allot it an area on a long-term basis at a concessional
29 September, 2013
Narikuravas granted Scheduled Tribes status
The Centre has taken a favourable decision on the demand for enlisting Narikuravas, a nomadic community living in Tamil Nadu, in the Scheduled Tribes list, Shipping Minister G.K. Vasan said in Chennai on Saturday.
“On the request made by the Narikurava community to enlist them in the ST list of the Centre, the Cabinet had taken a decision favourable to them in its meeting last month,” Mr. Vasan told reporters in Chennai.
Earlier, he met fishermen from Tamil Nadu, who demanded that boats secured by the Sri Lankan naval personnel be returned to them at the earliest.
“Once External Affairs Minister is back from his foreign visit, I would insist him to take steps so that boats are returned to the fishermen by the Sri Lankan government.”
“On the request made by the Narikurava community to enlist them in the ST list of the Centre, the Cabinet had taken a decision favourable to them in its meeting last month,” Mr. Vasan told reporters in Chennai.
Earlier, he met fishermen from Tamil Nadu, who demanded that boats secured by the Sri Lankan naval personnel be returned to them at the earliest.
“Once External Affairs Minister is back from his foreign visit, I would insist him to take steps so that boats are returned to the fishermen by the Sri Lankan government.”
Rahul Gandhi's stand reflects opinion of Congress and the people: GK Vasan
Joining the chorus of support in the government for Rahul Gandhi's stand against the ordinance on convicted lawmakers, Union Shipping Minister GK Vasan on Saturday said the Congress Vice President has reflected the opinion of the party as well as the people of the country.
"Rahul Gandhi has expressed his opinion very clearly. It is not only his opinion. I think he has echoed the voice of the Congress party from Kashmir to Kanyakumari and also the people of the country," Vasan told reporters here.
"I'm sure that the importance of the subject will be taken by the Prime Minister Manmohan Singh after he comes from his foreign visit and accordingly an appropriate decision will be taken," he said.
"Taking the popular sentiment of the country, there should be no difference within the Congress." Rahul Gandhi had yesterday denounced the controversial ordinance to negate the Supreme Court verdict on convicted lawmakers as "complete nonsense" and which "should be torn up and thrown away". Gandhi, whose remarks causing tremors in the government, had said he realised that what he felt about the ordinance was not in harmony with the Cabinet's decision and the Core Group's view.
After Rahul denounced the ordinance, Union ministers Milind Deora and Shashi Tharoor too opposed the measure.
External Affairs Minister Salman Khurshid had said "if the party leadership feels that there is a need for a second look...the party will tell the government .
"Rahul Gandhi has expressed his opinion very clearly. It is not only his opinion. I think he has echoed the voice of the Congress party from Kashmir to Kanyakumari and also the people of the country," Vasan told reporters here.
"I'm sure that the importance of the subject will be taken by the Prime Minister Manmohan Singh after he comes from his foreign visit and accordingly an appropriate decision will be taken," he said.
"Taking the popular sentiment of the country, there should be no difference within the Congress." Rahul Gandhi had yesterday denounced the controversial ordinance to negate the Supreme Court verdict on convicted lawmakers as "complete nonsense" and which "should be torn up and thrown away". Gandhi, whose remarks causing tremors in the government, had said he realised that what he felt about the ordinance was not in harmony with the Cabinet's decision and the Core Group's view.
After Rahul denounced the ordinance, Union ministers Milind Deora and Shashi Tharoor too opposed the measure.
External Affairs Minister Salman Khurshid had said "if the party leadership feels that there is a need for a second look...the party will tell the government .
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