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The vessel, designed as a 12-passenger recreational boat, is equipped with an electrochemical generator powered by hydrogen fuel, said Oleg Savchenko, General Director of the Krylov State Research Center (KSRC), reports Xinhua news agency, quoting state media.

"This will be Russia's first vessel with a domestically-produced electrochemical hydrogen generator, representing a fully-import-substituted technology," RIA Novosti quoted Savchenko as saying.

The KSRC, a leading developer of ship designs, materials, and technologies for the Russian Navy, is spearheading the project.

The vessel was constructed at the Gorky Zelenodolsk Shipyard by Ak Bars, based on the design by the KSRC's Baltsudoproekt Central Design Bureau.

Renat Mistakhov, general director of Ak Bars, has said that the vessel is a prototype for refining hydrogen-based technology and developing a universal power module using fuel cells. (IANS) 

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The two neighbouring countries have also decided to discuss the Free Trade Agreement and will also work on settling trades in local currency, Prime Minister Modi revealed while addressing the media jointly with Maldives President Mohamed Muizzu at the Hyderabad House on Monday.

"India has always played the role of 'First Responder' for Maldives. Be it meeting the needs of essential commodities for the people of Maldives, providing drinking water during a natural disaster, or providing vaccines during Covid, India has always fulfilled its responsibility as a neighbour, said PM Modi.

Citing the centuries-old ties between the two countries, the Prime Minister maintained that India is Maldives' closest neighbour and the closest friend.

A number of agreements were signed as both leaders held comprehensive discussions to further deepen ties on a range of areas including development partnership, energy, trade, financial linkages and defence cooperation.

"Today, we have inaugurated the redeveloped Hanimaadhoo Airport. Now, the Greater Male Connectivity Project will also be expedited. Support will also be provided for the development of a new commercial port in Thilafushi. Today, more than 700 social housing units built with Indian assistance have also been handed over... Work will be done to connect India and Maldives with UPI as well," said PM Modi.

Prime Minister Modi mentioned that together, both countries will work to build a "brighter future".

Both countries announced the adoption of India-Maldives vision for Comprehensive Economic and Maritime Security Partnership. The refit of Maldives Coast Guard Ship Huravee will also be undertaken by the Indian government on gratis basis.

Besides the launch of RuPay Card in Maldives, the new runway of Hanimaadhoo International Airport (HIA) was also inaugurated by the two leaders. Together, they also handed over 700 social housing units built under EXIM Bank's Buyers' Credit facilities.

Earlier, Mohamed Muizzu and First Lady Sajidha Mohamed were accorded a ceremonial welcome at the Rashtrapati Bhavan.

Upon arrival, a 21-gun salute was conferred on Muizzu and he also inspected the Guard of Honour at the ceremony in the presence of President Droupadi Murmu and Prime Minister Modi.

After the welcoming ceremony, the visiting President visited Raj Ghat to pay tribute to Mahatma Gandhi.

He is scheduled to meet Vice President Jagdeep Dhankhar and President Murmu later on Monday afternoon.

The Maldives President will be in Agra on Tuesday and also visit Mumbai and Bengaluru for business engagements. (IANS) 

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Mayank turned eyeballs in the IPL 2024 with his tear-away pace while playing for Lucknow Super Giants. However, his stint in the tournament was cut short due to an injury but the speedster recovered well to earn a spot in India's squad and ultimately played his first international match.

"It's a very great moment because I'm coming from my injury. I was bit nervous this time but I kept telling myself don't stress yourself but when I got to know that I would be playing my first match, the complete flashback of the last four months came in front of my eyes," Mayank said on BCCI's official website after India's seven-wicket win.

"He (Suryakumar) gives you freedom. When I was taking the run up, he was telling me 'do what you feel, what you feel best'. So that's very important for any fast bowler, specially when you making your debut," he added.

Mayank was not alone to make his debut as all-rounder Nitish Reddy also got his debut cap in the opening match of the series.

"For any cricketer in India, it's a big moment. Playing for the Indian cricket team is a dream-come-true moment. Obviously, there was nervousness but I enjoyed that. It was a very proud moment for me and my family as well," he said.

"There are senior players and I got a lot of experience as well from the coaching staff. Even in bowling as well getting some keen points. I love this kind of atmosphere in the dressing room," Nitish, who scored 16 not out, added.

Mayank started his international career with a maiden before getting his first wicket in the next over. He returned with the figures of 1-21 in his four overs. "It felt good. I was not thinking that I am going to bowl a maiden over. Just wanted to live in that moment, enjoy that moment," he said.

Having worked with India bowling coach Morne Morkel previously with Lucknow, the pacer said, "It's very comfortable for me, I have been with him (Morkel) for the last three years. I know him, he knows me very well. So, it's very easy for me to work with him. He knows which things are better for me."

Nitish also praised Suryakumar for his calm demeanour and for giving them license to enjoy themselves on the field.

"He is very calm and cool. He is doing fabulous captaincy, not giving any pressure to us. We were debutants, obviously we will have nervousness and pressure. He gave that license to us. Any youngster would like to get it from the captain," Nitish said.

The second T20I between India and Bangladesh will be played in Delhi on Wednesday.

(IANS)

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