The V.O. Chidambaranar Port management has initiated a number of schemes for the inner harbour development to increase the existing capacity of the port here from 42.06 million tonne to 85.49 million tonne by 2017, S Anantha Chandra Bose, Chairman of the Port, said.
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Tag: infrastructure
Air travel in smaller cities to take off
The Union Civil Aviation Minister Ashok Gajapathi Pusapati Raju said his ministry is focusing on improving air connectivity in the country. The ministry has cleared six proposals allowing them to launch airlines after getting the requisite approvals.
Good Neighbours
India and China have drawn up massive plans for infrastructure upgradation. There are a number of areas where the neighbours can collaborate for a win-win situation. The road is set as China has shown keen interest in participating
Looking East
While political differences may take a while to be ironed out, growing business collaborations between India and China are scripting a mutually benefiting story. China has shown keen interest to finance India´s infrastructure development
Join Hands, Boost Cooperation in Infrastructure
Liu Guoyu, Commercial Counsellor of the Chinese Consulate in Mumbai, outlines the measures that India and China can take to boost their partnership in the infrastructure domain for a mutually beneficial relationship.
Mutual benefits
China´s interest in supporting development of the infrastructure sector in India will lead to a win-win situation for both the economies, says Prabodh Thakker, President, Indian Merchant´s Chamber. Excerpts China is keen to finance India´s infra development plan.
China has a conducive business environment
Sanjeev Mohoni, President & CEO, Mahindra China, speaks on the measures that can be taken to boost business relationships between India and China. Among the main factors, China is our neighbour and the biggest tractor market in the world, after India. Further
Comprehensive infrastructure sustains Chinas rapid growth
Dr Liu Youfa, Consul General of China in Mumbai explains how China´s infrastructure growth strategy has been tailored to boost all-round national economic development.
Making smart cities safer
The foundation of any smart city is the safety of its citizens and resources. Components of a smart city can only work in tandem if its social and physical infrastructure is safeguarded from any threats, be it personal or natural.
Doing more with less
Smart cities will encourage sustainable development. They will also help to optimise resources, to meet the demands of growing urban populations. These cities would also encourage usage of shared services among different utility functions.



