India FM S. Jaishankar Confirms An Iranian Naval Ship Is Docked At Kochi Port
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Summary
External Affairs minister S. Jaishankar said the IRIS Lavan is docked in the southern city of Kochi after India granted permission when the vessel reported “having problems” on March 1.
Key Facts
Type Scheme
Source Deccan Chronicle (RSS)
Published Saturday, 7 March 2026
Affected Population ~850 million internet users, 75,000+ startups
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Rs 15,000 crore for Digital India initiatives
UPI: 14 billion monthly transactions
850 million+ Aadhaar-linked mobiles
PM-JAY: 55 crore beneficiaries
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Government Context
NDA III BJP-led NDA
Left Centre Right