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Cabinet approves Summoning of Parliament after General Election, 2019

The Union Cabinet, chaired by the Prime Minister Narendra Modi,in its first meeting, has approved the summoning of the 17th Lok Sabha on Monday, the 17th of June, 2019 and subject to the exigencies of Government Business, the Session will conclude on Friday, the 26th of July, 2019. The Rajya Sabha will be convened on Thursday, the 20th June, 2019 and subject to exigencies of Government Business, the Session will conclude on Friday, the 26th of July, 2019. The Election of Speaker will be held on Wednesday, the 19th June, 2019. The President will be requested to address both the Houses of Parliament assembled together in the Central Hall of Parliament at 11.00 am on Thursday, the 20th of June, 2019, in term of article 87(1) of the Constitution. The Union Budget for 2019-20 will be presented in the Lok Sabha on Friday, the 5th July, 2019 at 11.00 am and after presentation/laying of the Budget, the respective Houses will be adjourned for the day.
PM to address golden jubilee and foundation day celebrations of Bharatiya Agro Industries Foundation, Pune, via video conferencing

The Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi will address the golden jubilee and foundation day celebrations of Bharatiya Agro Industries Foundation, Pune, at 5 PM today via video conferencing. “At 5 PM, I will address golden jubilee and foundation day celebrations of Bharatiya Agro Industries Foundation, Pune, via video conferencing.”, the Prime Minister said in a tweet from his account.
PM greets sportspersons on National Sports Day; pays tributes to Major Dhyan Chand

The Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi has greeted the sportspersons on National Sports Day. Prime Minister also paid tributes to legendary Indian Hockey player Major Dhyan Chand. The Prime Minister said, “National Sports Day is a day to celebrate the remarkable achievements of all those exemplary sportspersons who have represented India in various sports and made our nation proud. Their tenacity and determination are outstanding. Today, on National Sports Day, we pay tributes to Major Dhyan Chand, whose magic with the hockey stick can never be forgotten. This is also a day to laud the outstanding support given by the families, coaches and support staff towards the success of our talented athletes. Government of India is making numerous efforts to popularise sports and support sporting talent in India. At the same time, I urge everyone to make sports and fitness exercises a part of their daily routine. There are many benefits of doing so. May everyone be happy and healthy!”
PM congratulates all those inducted in Council of Ministers

The Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi has congratulated all the colleagues who have taken oath today and wished them the very best for their ministerial tenure. In a tweet, the Prime Minister said, “I congratulate all the colleagues who have taken oath today and wish them the very best for their ministerial tenure. We will continue working to fulfil aspirations of the people and build a strong and prosperous India. #Govt4Growth”
Cabinet approves MoU between India and Austria

The Union Cabinet, chaired by the Prime Minister Narendra Modi has approved the signing of the Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) between the Ministry of Road Transport and Highways, India and the Federal Ministry of Transport, Innovation and Technology, Austria on Technology Cooperation in the Road Infrastructure Sector. Impact: The MoU aims to create an effective framework for bilateral cooperation in the field of Road Transportation, Roads/Highways infrastructure development, management and administration, Road safety and Intelligent Transport Systems between both countries. The MoU will further strengthen ties, promote long standing bilateral relations and enhance trade and regional integration between Republic of India and the Republic of Austria. Benefits: The Indo-Austrian bilateral cooperation in the road transport sector would be beneficial both from the perspective of enhanced road safety as well as attractive financing possibilities for the sector, thus fostering and intensifying the already good relations between the two countries, through the proposed MoU in the Transport sector. Background: India has had good diplomatic relations with Austria since the establishment of bilateral ties between the two countries in 1949. Both countries share a history of friendly economic and diplomatic relations. Austria has state of the art technologies for roads and highways, such as electronic toll systems, intelligent transportation systems, traffic management systems, tunnel monitoring systems, geo-mapping and landslide protection measures.
PM shares a picture of Mahatma Gandhi on World Bicycle Day

Referring to the concept of Lifestyle for Environment (LIFE), The Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi has shared a picture of Mahatma Gandhi riding a bicycle. Today is World Bicycle Day. The Prime Minister tweeted; “Lifestyle for Environment (LIFE). It is World Bicycle Day today and who better than Mahatma Gandhi to take inspiration from to lead a sustainable and healthy lifestyle.”
PM prays for the safe rescue of Sujith Wilson

Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi prayed for the safe rescue of Shri Sujith Wilson. He said that he had spoken to Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu Dr. Edappadi Palanisamy regarding the rescue efforts underway to save Sujith. He adds that every effort is being made to ensure that he is safe.
PM condoles the loss of lives in road accident in Reasi, J&K

The Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi has condoled the loss of lives in road accident in Reasi, Jammu and Kashmir. “My thoughts are with the families of those who lost their loved ones in the unfortunate accident in Reasi, J&K. Prayers with the injured”, the Prime Minister said.
PM visits Kyrgyz-India Mountain Biomedical Research Centre; inaugurates first telemedicine link between India and Central Asia

The Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi, today visited the Kyrgyz-India Mountain Biomedical Research Centre (KIMBMRC) at Bishkek. He was briefed by scientists there on the activities at the Centre. The Prime Minister electronically unveiled a plaque commemorating the inauguration of the extreme high altitude test laboratory – Phase 2 of the KIMBMRC project – situated in the Syok Pass at an altitude of 4000 metres. The laboratory will be constructed later this year. The Prime Minister interacted with Indian and Kyrgyz soldiers at the Too Ashu laboratory which is part of the ongoing Phase 1 of the project. The Prime Minister said that the research done at this Centre will greatly benefit the health of soldiers who secure the borders at high altitude. The Prime Minister inaugurated the first telemedicine link between India and Central Asia. He witnessed a tele-consultation for a cardiac patient between doctors in Osh city in Southern Kyrgyzstan, with doctors in Bishkek and with the Apollo hospital and AIIMS in Delhi.
List of Agreements /MoUs exchanged by External Affairs Minister and her Qatari counterpart Dr. Khalid Bin Mohammed Al Attiyah during the visit of Emir of Qatar to India

1. Agreement on Transfer of Sentenced Persons Under this agreement, Indian prisoners convicted in Qatar can be brought to India to serve the remaining part of their sentence. Similarly Qatari Citizens convicted in India can be sent to his home country to serve their sentence. This agreement would enable the sentenced persons to be near their families and would help in the process of their social rehabilitation. 2. MoU for Cooperation in the field of Information and Communication Technology This MoU would provide enhanced business opportunities for Indian IT industry in Qatar. Qatar has embarked on an ambitious programme for overall development as part of their Qatar 2030 vision and has created a dedicated Ministry of Information and Communication Technology for capacity building in ICT. 3. MoU between Ministry of Earth sciences and Qatar Meteorological Department for Scientific and Technical cooperation Qatar Meteorological Department under the Civil Aviation Authority, Qatar had expressed their desire for cooperation with Indian Meteorological Department in the field of Atmospheric and Ocean Sciences. The scientific collaboration between India and Qatar will be beneficial to improve atmospheric & Oceanic capacity in both the countries. 4. MoU between Diplomatic Institute of MOFA, Qatar and Foreign Service Institute, This MoU would help in exchange of trainees, students, faculty members and experts between India and Qatar to enhance their skills and improve the training programme in both the countries. Foreign Service Institute, MEA has signed MoU with several other countries for the purpose of exchanging information on structure and contents of training programmes for diplomats. 5. MoU for cooperation in the field of Radio and Television This MoU intends to encourage regular exchange of radio and TV programmes and material between Prasar Bharati of Indiaand Qatar Media Cooperation. 6. Agreement for Mutual Cooperation and Exchange of News The agreement between Qatari News Agency and United News of India is to enhance and develop bilateral cooperation in the field of exchange of English-language news on daily basis and free of charge.
Enhanced compensation to people affected by earthquake in India

The next of kin of those who lost their lives in various parts of the country due to the earthquake yesterday, shall receive an enhanced compensation of Rs. 4 lakh from the National Disaster Relief Fund. This follows the Union Government’s decision to revise the guidelines for the National Disaster Relief Fund, and raise this compensation amount from Rs. 1.5 lakh to Rs. 4 lakh, in the event of death due to natural calamity. The above amount is in addition to the compensation of Rs. 2 lakh from the Prime Minister’s National Relief Fund for the next of kin of those killed. A compensation of Rs. 50,000 has also been announced for the seriously injured.
PM unveils statue of Mahatma Gandhi at Brisbane

Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi, today unveiled a statue of Mahatma Gandhi at Roma Street Parklands, Brisbane. Speaking on the occasion, he noted how the organizer of the event, Mr. Hemant Nayak, had recalled that Shri Modi was keen on having this statue installed even from the days when he had not yet become the Chief Minister of Gujarat. He thanked Mr. Nayak for correcting the perception that some people had, that he had begun to mention Mahatma Gandhi only after becoming Prime Minister. He added that he never thought his suggestion (of having such a statue installed) would become reality, or that he would have the good fortune of unveiling it, and he considered this moment to be no less than a divine message. He said it was no ordinary being, but an era, that had been born on October 2nd, (1869) at Porbandar. He said Gandhiji is relevant even today to the world. He referred to the problems of global warming and terrorism that had been discussed in the just-concluded G20 summit at Brisbane, and said Gandhiji’s life gives us the answers. The Prime Minister said the tendency of human beings for several centuries had been to exploit nature. However, Mahatma Gandhi always showed us that we have no right to do so. He would not accept a full glass of water, if he needed half a glass; and he would use the reverse side of used envelops to conserve paper. The Prime Minister said that if the world follows Gandhi`s examples, a lot can be done for the environment. The Prime Minister said that for Mahatma Gandhi ahimsa (non-violence) was an article of faith – he was against even verbal violence. He said the world can be healed if we all imbibe his message, of respecting one and all. The Governor of Queensland Paul de Jersey and Lord Mayor of Brisbane Councillor Graham Quirk were present on the occasion.
Governors of Madhya Pradesh, Manipur, West Bengal and Himachal Pradesh call on PM

The Governor of Madhya Pradesh, Shri Mangubhai Patel, the Governor of Manipur, Shri La. Ganesan, the Governor of West Bengal, Shri Jagdeep Dhankar and Governor of Himachal Pradesh, Shri Rajendra Vishwanath Arlekar called on the Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi in New Delhi today.
Cabinet approves amendment to ‘The Right of Children to Free and Compulsory Education Act, 2009’

The Union Cabinet chaired by the Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi has approved the amendment to Right of Children to Free and Compulsory Education (RTE) Act, 2009. This will ensure that all teachers, in position as on 31st March, 2015, acquire the minimum qualifications prescribed by the academic authority to extend the period for such training for four years up to 31st March, 2019. This will enable the in-service untrained elementary teachers to complete their training and ensure that all teachers at the elementary level in the country have a certain minimum standard of qualifications. This would also ensure that all Teachers would attain minimum qualifications as considered necessary to maintain the standard of teaching quality. This would ultimately result in improvement in overall quality of teachers, teaching processes and consequently learning outcomes of children. This will reinforce the Government’s emphasis on improvement of quality of elementary education. Background: The Right of Children to Free and Compulsory Education (RTE) Act, 2009, is effective from 1st April, 2010. It envisages free and compulsory elementary education to every child in the age group of 6-14 years. The Proviso to Section 23(2) of the Act specifies that all teachers at elementary level who, at the commencement of this Act, did not possess the minimum qualifications as laid down under the RTE Act, need to acquire these within a period of five years i.e., 31st March, 2015. However, several State governments have reported that out of a total number of 66.41 lakh teachers at the elementary level, 11.00 lakh are still untrained (of this, 5.12 lakh are in Government and Aided Schools and 5.98 lakh are in private schools). In order to ensure that all teachers, in position as on 31st March, 2015, acquire the minimum qualifications prescribed by the academic authority, it is necessary to carry out appropriate amendment in the RTE Act, 2009 to extend the period for such training for four years up to 31st March, 2019.
Nine Point Agenda Suggested By India to G-20 for Action Against Fugitive Economic Offences And Asset Recovery

Strong and active cooperation across G-20 countries to deal comprehensively and efficiently with the menace fugitive economic offenders. Cooperation in the legal processes such as effective freezing of the proceeds of crime; early return of the offenders and efficient repatriation of the proceeds of crime should be enhanced and streamlined. Joint effort by G-20 countries to form a mechanism that denies entry and safe havens to all fugitive economic offenders. Principles of United Nations Convention Against Corruption (UNCAC), United Nations Convention Against Transnational Organized Crime (UNOTC), especially related to “International Cooperation” should be fully and effectively implemented. FATF should be called upon to assign priority and focus to establishing international co-operation that leads to timely and comprehensive exchange of information between the competent authorities and FIUs. FATF should be tasked to formulate a standard definition of fugitive economic offenders. FATF should also develop a set of commonly agreed and standardized procedures related to identification, extradition and judicial proceedings for dealing with fugitive economic offenders to provide guidance and assistance to G-20 countries, subject to their domestic law. Common platform should be set up for sharing experiences and best practices including successful cases of extradition, gaps in existing systems of extradition and legal assistance, etc. G-20 Forum should consider initiating work on locating properties of economic offenders who have a tax debt in the country of their residence for its recovery.
PM’s address at the Outstanding Parliamentary Awards Function

Prime Minister Narendra Modi has highlighted the importance of the combination of three qualities “Netritva, Kartutva, Vaktutva” – Leadership, Action and Speech – as essential in the making of an Outstanding Parliamentarian. Addressing the Outstanding Parliamentarian Awards function at the Balyogi Auditorium in Parliament Library today, the Prime Minister urged the Speaker of the Lok Sabha to convene a meeting of Speakers of all Vidhan Sabhas, so that the practice of awarding outstanding legislators could be extended to the states as well. Complimenting the three award winners – Shri Arun Jaitley, Shri Karan Singh and Shri Sharad Yadav – for their contribution to Parliament, the Prime Minister hoped that younger MPs would learn from the examples set by them. The Prime Minister said the country is looking at Parliament with a lot of hope, adding that it may also be worthwhile to conduct a survey among the people as to how they judged a particular session of Parliament. This may be an eye-opener, the Prime Minister said. The Prime Minister regretted the decline of the use of wit and humour in the proceedings of Parliament in recent years. The Prime Minister said sharp comments can give us space for a short time – but cannot impact or inspire. He said the time had come when every sentence said in Parliament should be an inspiration for the country.
PM greets BIMSTEC nations on 20th anniversary of BIMSTEC

The Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi has greeted BIMSTEC nations on the 20th anniversary of BIMSTEC (Bay of Bengal Initiative for Multi-Sectoral Technical and Economic Cooperation). “Today is a special day- we mark the 20th anniversary of BIMSTEC. My greetings to all BIMSTEC nations. BIMSTEC is a natural platform for regional cooperation. The commitment to peace and development connects the BIMSTEC family”, the Prime Minister said.
Cabinet approves signing of Bilateral Investment Agreement between India Taipei Association in Taipei and the Taipei Economic and Cultural Center in India

The Union Cabinet chaired by the Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi has approved the signing of Bilateral Investment Agreement (BIA) between India Taipei Association (ITA) in Taipei and Taipei Economic and Cultural Center (TECC) in India. The BIA is likely to increase investment flows between the parties. It will provide appropriate protection to investments on a reciprocal basis between ITA and TECC. BIA is likely to increase the comfort level and boost the confidence of investors by assuring a level playing field and non-discrimination in matters related to investments, thus providing conducive investment climate to investors. It would help project India as a preferred foreigndirect investment (FDI) destination.
PM meets youth of Gujjar-Bakkarwal communities from Jammu and Kashmir

Youth are on “Sair-e-Watan” as part of ‘Operation Sadbhavna’ of the Army. The Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi, today met a 25 member youth delegation from the Gujjar-Bakkarwal communities of Poonch district in Jammu and Kashmir. The delegation led by Major Ajeet Kumar Mehta, is on a tour to Delhi and Agra, for “Sair-e-Watan,” as part of `Operation Sadbhavna` of the Army. Interacting with the Prime Minister, the youth shared their experiences and the difficulties faced by their communities due to lack of basic infrastructure and employment opportunities. They also conveyed the difficulties they face due to the absence of mobile network connectivity. The Prime Minister shared his own experiences of lok-sampark (public contact) in the districts of Poonch and Rajouri. He said he understood the developmental needs and aspirations of the Gujjar-Bakkarwal youth, and assured them that the Government would spare no effort to ensure that these are met. He appreciated their spirit and said the Gujjar-Bakkarwal youth would get their due share in the progress and development of the Nation.
PM’s introductory remarks in Lok Sabha for new ministers

It should make everyone proud that several women, several people belonging to the SC and ST community have taken oath as Ministers. Several new Ministers are children of farmers and also belong to OBC communities: PM It seems some people cannot digest that more women, SC, ST and OBC community members are becoming Ministers: PM Hon’ble Speaker, I thought that there would be an atmosphere of enthusiasm in the House today because a large number of our women MPs have become ministers. I am happy that our Dalit brothers and our scheduled tribe friends have become ministers in large numbers. It should make everyone happy. Hon’ble Speaker, It would have been a pleasure to introduce our fellow MPs in the House who are from agricultural and rural background, belong to socio-economically backward class, OBC communities, and who have been given a berth in the Council of Ministers in large numbers, and everybody would have honored them by thumping the benches. But perhaps some people cannot digest that more Dalits, women, OBC, farmers’ sons have become ministers and they do not allow their introduction. Therefore, Hon’ble Speaker, the newly appointed members of the cabinet should be considered as introduced in the Lok Sabha.
Shri Anurag Singh Thakur writes on preparing India for sporting future

PMO has shared an article by Union Minister for Youth Affairs and Sports and Information & Broadcasting, Shri Anurag Singh Thakur. The article talks of preparing India for a sporting future. The PMO tweeted: “Union Minister Shri @ianuragthakur writes on preparing India for a sporting future.”
PM strongly condemns the terrorist attack in Kabul

The Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi has strongly condemned the terrorist attack in Kabul. The Prime Minister also expressed solidarity with the people and government of Afghanistan in their fight against terrorism. “Strongly condemn the terrorist attack in Kabul. My heart goes out to the victim’s families. We stand in solidarity with people and government of Afghanistan in their fight against terrorism.” the Prime Minister said.
PM to dedicate to the nation K. K Patel Super Speciality Hospital in Bhuj on 15 April

Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi will dedicate to the nation K. K Patel Super Speciality Hospital in Bhuj, Gujarat on 15th April, 2022 at 11 AM via video conferencing. The hospital has been built by Shree Kutchi Leva Patel Samaj, Bhuj. This is the first charitable super speciality hospital in Kutch. It is a 200 bedded hospital. It provides super speciality services such as Interventional Cardiology (Cathlab), Cardiothoracic Surgery, Radiation Oncology, Medical Oncology, Surgical Oncology, Nephrology, Urology, Nuclear Medicine, Neuro Surgery, Joint Replacement and other supportive services like laboratory, radiology etc. The hospital makes medical super speciality services easily accessible for the people of the region, at an affordable price.
Cabinet approves Faculty Exchange Agreement between NDC, New Delhi and NDC, Dhaka, Bangladesh

The Union Cabinet chaired by the Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi has given its ex-post facto approval to the Faculty Exchange Agreement signed between the National Defence College, New Delhi and National Defence College, Dhaka, Bangladesh. The objective of the Agreement is to institutionalize regular exchange programs and establish sustainable mechanisms between the two National Defence Colleges with an aim to enhancing mutual cooperation in the field of national security, development and strategic studies. Given the geographical and cultural closeness between the two countries, there are many common challenges like countering terrorism that needs joint action. Hence, there is a need for better coordination and cooperation among the armed forces. The exchange of faculty members of the premier institutes will help to bring symmetry in the capacities of the armed forces and contribute to countering and managing common threats and challenges much better. The Agreement establishes the framework for enhanced cooperation in the field of military education concerning strategic and operational studies.