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U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken called on PM

U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken called on Prime Minister Narendra Modi earlier today. Secretary Blinken conveyed greetings of President Biden and Vice President Harris to the Prime Minister. He briefed Prime Minister on his fruitful exchanges with EAM and NSA earlier in the day and expressed strong commitment to further deepen India US strategic relations in various sectors including defence, maritime security, trade & investment, climate change and science & technology. Prime Minister conveyed his warm greetings to President Biden and Vice President Harris and his appreciation for the initiatives taken by President Biden including those related to the Quad, COVID-19 and Climate Change. Secretary Blinken appreciated the increasing convergence between India and US on a wide range of bilateral and multilateral issues, and the commitment of both strategic partners to convert this convergence into concrete and practical cooperation. Prime Minister Modi said that the societies of US and India share a deep commitment to the values of democracy, freedom and liberty, and the Indian diaspora in the US has contributed immensely to the enhancement of bilateral ties. The Prime Minister noted that the India-US Strategic Partnership will be of even greater global significance in the coming years, in the context of the challenges posed by COVID-19, global economic recovery and climate change.
PM announces ex-gratia for victims of sand storm in Northern India from PMNRF

The Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi has approved an ex- gratia of Rs. 2 lakh each from Prime Minister’s National Relief Fund for the next of kin of those who have lost their lives due to dust storm in various states of Northern India on 2nd May 2018. The Prime Minister has also approved Rs. 50,000 each for those seriously injured due to storm.
PM condoles death of Shri Bhagubhai Patel, former Minister of Gujarat Government

The Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi has expressed deep grief on the demise of Shri Bhagubhai Patel, former Minister of Gujarat Government. The Prime Minister said that Shri Patel’s contribution in the field of public service will always be remembered. The Prime Minister tweeted : “àª—à«�àªœàª°àª¾àª¤ àª¸àª°àª•àª¾àª°àª¨àª¾ àªªà«‚àª°à«�àªµ àª®àª‚àª¤à«�àª°à«€ àª¶à«�àª°à«€ àª­àª—à«�àª­àª¾àªˆ àªªàªŸà«‡àª²àª¨àª¾ àª…àªµàª¸àª¾àª¨àª¥à«€ àª¦à«�:àª– àª¥àª¯à«�àª‚. àªœàª¨àª¸à«‡àªµàª¾ àª•à«�àª·à«‡àª¤à«�àª°à«‡ àª¤à«‡àª“àª¨à«�àª‚ àªªà«�àª°àª¦àª¾àª¨ àª¹àª‚àª®à«‡àª¶àª¾àª‚ àª¯àª¾àª¦ àª°àª¹à«‡àª¶à«‡. àª¸àª¦à«�àª—àª¤àª¨àª¾ àª†àª¤à«�àª®àª¾àª¨à«€ àª¶àª¾àª‚àª¤àª¿ àª®àª¾àªŸà«‡ àªªà«�àª°àª¾àª°à«�àª¥àª¨àª¾ àª¤àª¥àª¾ àª¶à«‹àª•àª—à«�àª°àª¸à«�àª¤ àªªàª°àª¿àªµàª¾àª°àª¨à«‡ àª¸àª¾àª‚àª¤à«�àªµàª¨àª¾……. à«� àª¶àª¾àª‚àª¤àª¿: ||”
Cabinet approves transfer of 4 acres of Defence land on lease basis to Kendriya Vidyalaya Sangathan for the construction of Kendriya Vidyalaya No. 4 at Kandhar Lines, Delhi Cantt.

The Union Cabinet chaired by Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi has approved the transfer of 4 acres of Defence land in perpetuity basis to Kendriya Vidyalaya Sangathan (KVS) for the construction of Kendriya Vidyalaya No. 4 at Kandhar Lines, Delhi Cantt. at a nominal rent of one rupee per annum. Background: At present, Kendriya Vidyalaya No. 4 at Delhi Cantt has been functioning from a temporary re-appropriated building in Survey No. 14, Delhi Cantt., since its establishment in 1994. Presently, 956 children are studying in the school. Construction of own permanent school building by KVS will provide proper and comfortable academic environment with all required amenities for the school going children of serving personnel families, ex-servicemen families and children of civilians in and around Delhi Cantt.
Cabinet approves Raising of Bonds of Rs. 2360 crores for Renewable Energy

The Union Cabinet chaired by the Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi has given its approval to Raising of Bonds of Rs. 2360 crores for Renewable Energy. The Bonds will be raised by the Ministry of New & Renewable Energy (MNRE) through the Indian Renewable Energy Development Agency (IREDA) during the 2017-18. These funds will be used by MNRE in the approved programmes/schemes for solar park, green energy corridor, generation-based incentives for wind projects, CPSU and defence solar projects, viability gap funding for solar projects, roof-top solar, off-grid/grid-distributed and decentralized renewable power, investment in corporations and autonomous bodies etc. Such timely investment would boost infrastructure in renewable sector and facilitate achievement of ambitious targets for the renewable energy sector. The resources raised would be used for developing additional capacity in renewable energy sector which would result in generation of additional employment. Background The Government had declared additional finance mobilization of Rs. 31,300 crore bonds through NHAI, PFC, REC, IREDA and IWAI in the budget for FYT 2016-17. As a part of this, the Government had allocated Rs. 4000 crores to IREDA to raise “GOI fully serviced taxable Bonds” on behalf of the MNRE during the FY 2016-17. Out of this allocation, IREDA had raised Rs. 1640 crores as per the requirement of MNRE. The MNRE subsequently approached the Cabinet, to approve raising of the balance Rs. 2360 crores in the year 2016-17.
PM calls Dr. Lotay Tshering, President of Druk Nyamrup Tshogpa, Bhutan

Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi had a telephone conversation today with Dr. Lotay Tshering, President of Druk Nyamrup Tshogpa. Prime Minister Modi congratulated Dr. LotayTshering on his party’s victory in the third general election in Bhutan and his own election to the National Assembly. Prime Minister Modi welcomed the successful conduct of general elections, which is an important milestone for consolidation of democracy in Bhutan. Prime Minister Modi conveyed that India attaches the highest priority to further strengthening unique ties of friendship and cooperation with Bhutan, which is based on shared interests and values, utmost trust, goodwill and mutual understanding. Recalling the ongoing Golden Jubilee celebrations of diplomatic relations between the two countries, Prime Minister Modi reiterated India’s steadfast commitment to work with the new government in Bhutan in its national efforts for socio-economic transformation, based on the priorities and interests of the people and the government of Bhutan. Prime Minister Modi extended an invitation to Dr. LotayTshering to visit India. Dr. Lotay Tshering thanked Prime Minister Modi for his greetings and good wishes, and accepted the invitation to visit India at the earliest opportunity. The two leaders agreed to take forward the unique and multifaceted bilateral co-operation to new heights for the benefit of the people of Bhutan and India.
Cabinet approves Mutual Recognition Agreement between the ICAI and the South African Institute of Chartered Accountants

The Union Cabinet chaired by Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi has has approved the Mutual Recognition Agreement between the Institute of Chartered Accountants of India (ICAI) and The South African Institute of Chartered Accountants (SAICA). Details: Approval of the Cabinet has been granted in respect of Mutual Recognition Agreement (MRA) between ICAI and SAICA to establish a mutual co-operation framework for the advancement of accounting knowledge, professional and intellectual development, advancing the interests of their respective members and positively contributing to the development of the accounting profession in South Africa and India. The Agreement will: i. facilitate recognition of Indian Accountancy Professionals with local Accountancy qualification in addition to existing ICAI qualification, which will increase their professional avenues in South African markets. ii. foster strong working relations between the two accounting institutes. iii. increase mobility of professionals at either end and would herald a new dimension for small and medium businesses in both countries. Benefits: Strategically it is very important for the ICAI to maintain a close relationship with SAICA will significantly help the Institute to further the interests of its members and strengthen the ICAI brand in the region. The relationship developed over the past few years is strategic in nature and of Mutual benefit. The MRA is likely to lead to greater employment opportunities for the Indian Chartered Accountants in the region and also lead to greater remittances from them to India. Background: ICAI is a statutory body established by an Act of Parliament of India, The Chartered Accountants Act, 1949′, to regulate the profession of Chartered Accountancy in India. SAICA is the foremost accountancy body in South Africa and one of the leading Institutes in the world.
PM condoles demise of former CM of Himachal Pradesh Shri Virbhadra Singh Ji

The Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi has expressed deep grief over the demise of the former Chief Minister of Himachal Pradesh, Shri Virbhadra Singh Ji. In a tweet, the Prime Minister said, “Shri Virbhadra Singh Ji had a long political career, with rich administrative and legislative experience. He played a pivotal role in Himachal Pradesh and served the people of the state. Saddened by his demise. Condolences to his family and supporters. Om Shanti.”
PM condoles former Union Minister Shri Bachi Singh Rawat

The Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi has expressed grief over the demise of former Union Minister, Shri Bachi Singh Rawat. In a tweet, the Prime Minister said, “à¤­à¤¾à¤œà¤ªà¤¾ à¤•à¥‡ à¤µà¤°à¤¿à¤·à¥�à¤ à¤¨à¥‡à¤¤à¤¾ à¤”à¤° à¤ªà¥‚à¤°à¥�à¤µ à¤•à¥‡à¤‚à¤¦à¥�à¤°à¥€à¤¯ à¤°à¤¾à¤œà¥�à¤¯ à¤®à¤‚à¤¤à¥�à¤°à¥€ à¤¬à¤šà¥€ à¤¸à¤¿à¤‚à¤¹ à¤°à¤¾à¤µà¤¤ à¤œà¥€ à¤•à¥‡ à¤¨à¤¿à¤§à¤¨ à¤¸à¥‡ à¤¬à¤¹à¥�à¤¤ à¤¦à¥�à¤– à¤ªà¤¹à¥�à¤‚à¤šà¤¾ à¤¹à¥ˆà¥¤ à¤‰à¤¨à¤•à¤¾ à¤ªà¥‚à¤°à¤¾ à¤œà¥€à¤µà¤¨ à¤œà¤¨à¤¹à¤¿à¤¤ à¤”à¤° à¤¦à¥‡à¤¶à¤¹à¤¿à¤¤ à¤®à¥‡à¤‚ à¤¸à¤®à¤°à¥�à¤ªà¤¿à¤¤ à¤°à¤¹à¤¾à¥¤ à¤¶à¥‹à¤• à¤•à¥€ à¤‡à¤¸ à¤˜à¤¡à¤¼à¥€ à¤®à¥‡à¤‚ à¤‰à¤¨à¤•à¥‡ à¤ªà¤°à¤¿à¤œà¤¨à¥‹à¤‚ à¤”à¤° à¤¶à¥�à¤­à¤šà¤¿à¤‚à¤¤à¤•à¥‹à¤‚ à¤•à¥‡ à¤ªà¥�à¤°à¤¤à¤¿ à¤®à¥ˆà¤‚ à¤…à¤ªà¤¨à¥€ à¤—à¤¹à¤°à¥€ à¤¸à¤‚à¤µà¥‡à¤¦à¤¨à¤¾ à¤µà¥�à¤¯à¤•à¥�à¤¤ à¤•à¤°à¤¤à¤¾ à¤¹à¥‚à¤‚à¥¤ à¤“à¤® à¤¶à¤¾à¤‚à¤¤à¤¿!”
PM Modi, Bangladesh PM Sheikh Hasina, CMs of West Bengal and Tripura, jointly dedicate three projects in Bangladesh

Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi, the Prime Minister of Bangladesh, Sheikh Hasina, Chief Minister of West Bengal – Ms. Mamata Banerjee, and the Chief Minister of Tripura – Shri Biplab Kumar Deb, today jointly inaugurated three projects in Bangladesh, via video conference.External Affairs Minister of India, Ms. Sushma Swaraj, and the Foreign Minister of Bangladesh, also joined the video conference from Delhi and Dhaka respectively. These include: (a) 500 MW additional power supply from India to Bangladesh, through the existing Bheramara (Bangladesh) – Baharampur (India) interconnection. (b) Akhaura – Agartala Rail Link (c) Rehabilitation of the Kulaura-Shahbazpur section of Bangladesh Railways. Speaking on the occasion, the Prime Minister began by recalling that he had met Bangladesh Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina several times in the recent past, including at the BIMSTEC meeting in Kathmandu, in Shanti Niketan, and during the Commonwealth Summit in London. He reiterated his view that leaders of neighbouring countries should have a relationship like neighbours, talking and visiting frequently, without getting bogged down by protocol. He said this closeness is evident in the frequent interactions between him and the Bangladesh Prime Minister. Prime Minister Modi recalled Bangladesh PM Sheikh Hasina’s vision of restoring connectivity to the way it was before 1965. He said that he is happy that in the last few years, there has been steady progress towards this goal. He said that today, we have increased our power connectivity, and started two projects to increase our railway connectivity. He recalled that during his visit to Bangladesh in 2015, it had been decided to supply an additional 500 MW power to Bangladesh. He said this is being done using the transmission link between West Bengal and Bangladesh, and thanked the Chief Minister of West Bengal, Ms. Mamata Banerjee for her facilitation in completion of this work. He said that with the completion of this project, 1.16 Gigawatts of power is now being supplied from India to Bangladesh. He said this journey from Megawatts to Gigawatts is symbolic of a golden era in the relations between India and Bangladesh. The Prime Minister said that Akhaura-Agartala rail connectivity will provide another link in the cross-border connectivity between the two countries. He thanked the Chief Minister of Tripura, Shri Biplab Kumar Deb, for his facilitation in completion of this work. Prime Minister Modi appreciated Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina’s development goals of transforming Bangladesh into a middle income country by 2021, and a developed country by 2041. He said that closer relations and people to people links between the two countries would take our development and prosperity to new heights.
List of MoUs/Agreements signed during the India-Bangladesh Virtual Summit

S.No MoU/Agreement Exchanged on Indian side Exchanged on Bangladesh side 1. Framework of Understanding on Cooperation in the Hydrocarbon Sector High Commissioner of India to Bangladesh Additional Secretary (Development), Energy and Mineral Resources Division 2. MoU regarding Indian Grant Assistance for Implementation of High Impact Community Development Projects through Local Bodies and other Public Sector Institutions High Commissioner of India to Bangladesh Secretary, Economic Relations Division 3. Protocol on Transboundary Elephant Conservation High Commissioner of India to Bangladesh Secretary, Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change 4. MoU for Supply of Equipment & Improvement of Garbage/Solid Waste Disposal Ground at Lamchori Area for Barishal City Corporation High Commissioner of India to Bangladesh a. Secretary, Economic Relations Division b. Mayor, Barishal City Corporation 5. MoU on Cooperation in the field of Agriculture High Commissioner of India to Bangladesh Executive Chairman, Bangladesh Agricultural Research Council 6. MoU between Father of the Nation Bangabandhu Sheikh Mujibur Rahman Memorial Museum, Dhaka, Bangladesh and the National Museum, New Delhi, India High Commissioner of India to Bangladesh Curator, Father of the Nation Bangabandhu Sheikh Mujibur Rahman Memorial Museum, Dhaka 7. Terms of Reference of India-Bangladesh CEO’s Forum Commerce Secretary, Ministry of Commerce and Industry Secretary, Ministry of Commerce
PM interacts with officers of PMO, on the occasion of first anniversary of his Government

Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi, today interacted with all officers of the Prime Minister’s Office at South Block, on the occasion of the first anniversary of the his Government. The Prime Minister praised the officers, as “Team PMO,” for the hard work and dedication with which they are performing their duties. He was also given an overview of the various reforms and changes that have been initiated in PMO over the last one year, under his leadership and guidance. The Prime Minister said that his experience had been that Government functionaries and the common man, think alike, and if given the right atmosphere, the Government machinery can deliver results for the common man. The Prime Minister was also felicitated by the officers, on the completion of one year in office. The Prime Minister was greeted on his arrival in South Block this morning, by Principal Secretary Shri Nripendra Misra, and Additional Principal Secretary Shri PK Mishra.
PM visits Tiruppur, Tamil Nadu

Lays foundation stone for ESIC Multi speciality Hospital at Tiruppur All 45 km of Phase I of Chennai Metro becomes operational PM unveils various development projects The Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi, visited Tiruppur in Tamil Nadu and unveiled several development projects in the State. PM unveiled several development projects from Perumanallur village in Tiruppur. He laid the foundation Stone of Employees’ State Insurance Corporation’s (ESIC) multi speciality Hospital at Tiruppur. This State-of-the-art, 100- bedded Hospital will cater to the medical needs of over one-lakh workers and their family members in Tiruppur and nearby areas covered under ESI Act. Earlier these people were catered by the two ESIC dispensaries functioning in the city. For any advanced medical intervention, they had to travel at least 50 km to reach the ESIC Medical College Hospital in Coimbatore. He dedicated to the nation, ESIC Hospital Chennai. This 470-bedded hospital with state of art facilities will provide quality treatment on all disciplines of medicine. PM also laid foundation stone for a new integrated building at Trichy Airport and for the modernization of Chennai airport. With the new integrated Terminal building in Trichy, the airport can handle 3.63 million passengers per annum on full capacity and 2,900 passengers at peak hour with provision for expansion. Chennai airport will be modernized with provision of e gates, biometric based passenger screening systems, various other features and will decongest the existing international departure terminal. Bharat Petroleum Corporation Limited (BPCL’s) Ennore Coastal Terminal was dedicated to the nation on this occasion. It will be a bigger and better alternative to its Tondiarpet facility. With this terminal in place, products can be moved along the coast from Kochi, thereby also reducing the cost of movement by road. Prime Minister Modi also inaugurated new Crude Oil Pipeline from Chennai Port to Chennai Petroleum Corporation Limited’s (CPCL) Manali Refinery. The pipeline, built with enhanced safety features, will ensure safe and reliable supply of crude oil, and will cater to the needs of Tamil Nadu and neighbouring states. Passenger Service for a section of Chennai Metro from AG-DMS Metro station to Washermenpet Metro Station was inaugurated by PM. This 10 km section is a part of Phase-1 of Chennai Metro. With this stretch all 45 km of the Phase I project becomes operational. PM then proceeded to Hubli for the last leg of his journey today.
PM visits National Assembly of Mozambique, interacts with students at Science and Technology Park at Maluana

The Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi, today visited the National Assembly of Mozambique, in Maputo. He held discussions with the President of the National Assembly, Ms. Veronica Macamo. The Prime Minister visited the Centre for Innovation and Technological Development at the Science and Technology Park at Maluana. The Centre provides key services, including classroom training in IT-related fields, and incubation space for tech start ups. He interacted with students and encouraged them to share their experiences of working at the Centre. He also met alumni of Indian educational institutions. Interacting with the Indian community in Maputo, the Prime Minister said Africa is the land which first shaped the identity of the Indian diaspora. He complimented the community for keeping Indian traditions alive over generations.
Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose’s grand statue to be installed at India Gate says PM

PM to unveil the Netaji’s Hologram statue on his birth anniversary on 23rd January The Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi has announced that a grand statue of Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose will be installed at India Gate. Till the grand statue of Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose is completed, the Prime Minister will unveil his Hologram statue on his birth anniversary on 23rd January, 2022. In a series of tweet, the Prime Minister said; “At a time when the entire nation is marking the 125th birth anniversary of Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose, I am glad to share that his grand statue, made of granite, will be installed at India Gate. This would be a symbol of India’s indebtedness to him. Till the grand statue of Netaji Bose is completed, a hologram statue of his would be present at the same place. I will unveil the hologram statue on 23rd January, Netaji’s birth anniversary.”
PM condoles the demise of former Indian diplomat Shri Abasar Beuria

The Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi has expressed deep grief over the demise of former Indian diplomat Shri Abasar Beuria. The Prime Minister’s office tweeted; “Shri Abasar Beuria will be remembered for his rich service to the nation. He also made a mark as a great proponent of Odia language and culture. Pained by his demise. Condolences to his family and friends. Om Shanti: PM”
PM congratulates scientists on the launch of IRNSS-1D satellite

Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi, today congratulated India’s scientists on the launch of IRNSS-1D satellite. “Launch of satellite IRNSS-1D is yet another manifestation of the exemplary efforts and utmost brilliance of our scientists. Congrats to them,” the Prime Minister said.
PM interacts with Kerala CM on the conditions prevailing due to Cyclone Burevi

The Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi has interacted with Kerala Chief Minister, Shri Pinarayi Vijayan on the conditions prevailing due to Cyclonic Storm Burevi in the state. In a tweet, the Prime Minister said, “Spoke to Kerala CM Shri @vijayanpinarayi Ji on the conditions prevailing due to Cyclonic Storm Burevi in the state. Assured all possible support from the Centre to help Kerala. Praying for the safety and well-being of those staying in the affected areas.”
PM unveils bust of Mahatma Gandhi at Yonsei University in Seoul

The Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi, today unveiled a bust of Mahatma Gandhi at Yonsei University in Seoul. The President of the Republic of Korea, Mr. Moon Jae-in, First Lady of the Republic of Korea, Kim Jung-sook, and former Secretary General of the United Nations, Mr. Ban Ki-moon, were present on the occasion. Speaking on the occasion, the Prime Minister described it as an honour to unveil the bust of Bapu at Yonsei University. This becomes even more special because we are doing so at a time when we mark the 150th birth anniversary of Bapu, the Prime Minister said. The thoughts and ideals of Bapu have the power to help us overcome the menace of terrorism and climate change, two challenges humanity faces in these times, said the Prime Minister. Through his lifestyle, Bapu showed what living in harmony with nature is, and how one can minimize one’s carbon footprint. He also showed that it is important to leave a clean and green planet for the future generations, the Prime Minister added. Yonsei University is among the most prestigious universities in South Korea. Mahatma Gandhi is revered in South Korea as an icon of world peace.
PM attends Mass Yoga Demonstration at Lucknow, on the occasion of International Day of Yoga

On the occasion of International Day of Yoga – 2017, the Prime Minister today participated in a mass Yoga demonstration event in Lucknow. Thousands of people gathered for the event at the Ramabai Ambedkar Maidan despite continuous rain in the city. Addressing the enthusiastic and vociferous gathering, the Prime Minister conveyed his greetings from Lucknow to all those joining the Yoga Day celebrations across India. He said that today, Yoga has become a part of many people’s lives. He said Yoga’s popularity is high even outside India; and Yoga has connected the world with India. The Prime Minister said he is glad to see several Yoga institutes take shape over the last three years, and noted that the demand for Yoga teachers is increasing. In addition to fitness, wellness is important, the Prime Minister said, adding that Yoga is a medium to achieve wellness. Urging everyone to make Yoga a part of their lives, the Prime Minister said that Yoga is about health assurance, and it is not even expensive to practice. Earlier, welcoming the Prime Minister to Lucknow, the Chief Minister of Uttar Pradesh, Yogi Adityanath, said that Yoga is a part of our tradition and it integrates us.