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PM greets people on the occasion of Malayalam New Year

The Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi has greeted the people on the occasion of Malayalam New Year. “As the month of Chingam commences, my greetings to everyone, especially my Malayali sisters and brothers. I pray that the coming year brings with it success, good health and prosperity for all”, the Prime Minister said.
PM expresses grief over fire at firecracker factory in Virudhunagar, Tamil Nadu; approves ex-gratia for the victims

The Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi has expressed grief over fire at a firecracker factory in Virudhunagar, Tamil Nadu and approved ex-gratia for the victims. In a series of tweets, the Prime Minister said, “Fire at a firecracker factory in Virudhunagar, Tamil Nadu is saddening. In this hour of grief, my thoughts are with the bereaved families. I hope those injured recover soon. Authorities are working on the ground to assist those affected. An ex-gratia of Rs. 2 lakh each has been approved from PMNRF for the next of kin of those who have lost their lives due to a fire in Virudhunagar, Tamil Nadu. Rs. 50,000 would be given to those seriously injured.”
PM congratulates Donald Trump on Victory in US Elections

The Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi today congratulated Mr Donald Trump on being elected as the President of the United States. “Congratulations Donald Trump on being elected as the 45th US President. We appreciate the friendship you have articulated towards India during your campaign. We look forward to working with you closely to take India-US bilateral ties to a new height”, the Prime Minister said.
PM chairs 13th BRICS Summit

Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi chaired the 13th BRICS Summit virtually today. The theme of the Summit, chosen by India, was, BRICS@15: Intra-BRICS Cooperation for Continuity, Consolidation and Consensus. The Summit saw the participation of all other BRICS Leaders – President Jair Bolsonaro of Brazil, President Vladimir Putin of Russia, President Xi Jinping of China, and President Cyril Ramaphosa of South Africa. Prime Minister expressed his appreciation for the cooperation received from BRICS partners during India’s Chairship this year, which allowed the achievement of several new initiatives. These included the first BRICS Digital Health Summit; the first BRICS Ministerial Joint Statement on multilateral reforms; a BRICS Counter-Terrorism Action Plan; an Agreement on cooperation in field of remote-sensing satellites; a virtual BRICS vaccine Research & Development Centre; BRICS Alliance on Green Tourism, etc. Highlighting the leading role that BRICS countries can play in the post-COVID global recovery, Prime Minister called for enhanced BRICS cooperation under the motto of ‘Build-back Resiliently, Innovatively, Credibly and Sustainably’. Elaborating on these themes, Prime Minister stressed the need for accelerating ‘build-back’ by enhancing speed and accessibility of vaccination, creating ‘resilience’ by diversifying pharma and vaccine production capacities beyond the developed world, fostering ‘innovation’ by creatively using digital tools for public good, ensuring reform of multilateral institutions to enhance their ‘credibility’, and promoting ‘sustainable’ development by articulating a common BRICS voice on environmental and climate issues. The leaders also discussed important regional and global issues, including recent developments in Afghanistan. There was convergence of views on the threat posed by growth of terrorism and extremism, and all BRICS partners agreed to accelerate implementation of the BRICS Action Plan on Counter-Terrorism. At the conclusion of the Summit, the leaders adopted the ‘New Delhi Declaration’.
PM wishes grand success to Cannes Film Festival

Notes the coincidence of 75 years of India’s Independence, Cannes Film Festival and of diplomatic relations between India and France “India has a lot of stories to be told and the country truly possesses immense potential to become the content hub of the world” “Government remains steadfast in its commitment to enhance ease of doing business in film sector” Expresses happiness about screening of a restored Satyajit Ray film in the Cannes Classic Section “India pavilion will display facets of Indian cinema and promote international partnerships and learnings” Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi has expressed happiness on India’s participation as ‘Country of Honour’ at the Cannes Film festival this year. In a message the Prime Minister noted that India’s participation comes at the momentous meeting of celebration of 75 years of India’s independence, 75th anniversary of Cannes Film Festival and 75 years of diplomatic relations between India and France. Positioning India as the largest film producing country in the world, the Prime Minister said that multifariousness of our film sector is remarkable and rich heritage and cultural diversity are our strengths. India has a lot of stories to be told and the country truly possesses immense potential to become the content hub of the world, the Prime Minister added. Reiterating India’s commitment to improve ease of doing business in the film sector, Shri Narendra Modi has said that from facilitating international film- coproduction to ensuring single window clearance mechanism for permissions for filming across the country, India offers seamless possibilities to filmmakers of the world. The Prime Minister expressed happiness that a Satyajit Ray film has been restored for screening in the Cannes Classic Section as India celebrates the birth centenary of the maestro. One of the many firsts, startups from India will showcase their strengths to the cine-world. The Prime Minister expressed confidence that India pavilion will display facets of Indian cinema and promote international partnerships and learnings. Background: India will be the official Country of Honour at the upcoming Marche’ du Film, organized alongside the 75th edition of Cannes Film Festival, in France. The Country of Honour status ensures India’s presence as Focus Country at the Opening Night of Marche du Film being organised at the Majestic Beach with spotlight on India, its cinema, its culture & heritage. India is also a “Country of Honour at the Cannes Next, under which 5 new startups would be given an opportunity to pitch to the Audio-Visual Industry. Ten professionals will participate on the Animation Day networking. As a major highlight of India’s participation at this edition of Cannes Film Festival, World Premier of the Movie “Rocketry” produced by Shri. R. Madhavan is scheduled to be showcased at the Palais des Festivals of the market screening on the 19th May 2022. The Indian delegation is led by Union Minister Shri Anurag Thakur and consists of film celebrities from across India.
PM to visit Kerala

The Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi, will visit Kerala on 14th and 15th December 2015. The Prime Minister will address the Combined Commanders’ Conference on INS Vikramaditya on 15th December. The Prime Minister will visit Thrissur, Kochi, Kollam and Varkala during his visit.
Cabinet approves between India and Morocco on India-Morocco cooperation in Renewable Energy

The Union Cabinet chaired by Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi has given its ex-post facto approval for the Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) between India and Morocco on India-Morocco Cooperation in Renewable Energy. The MoU was signed on 10th April, 2018 in New Delhi. Both sides aim to establish the basis for a cooperative institutional relationship to encourage and promote technical bilateral cooperation on new and renewable energy issues on the basis of mutual benefit, equality and reciprocity. The MoU envisages establishing a Joint Working Committee to review, monitor and discuss matters relation to areas of cooperation. The MoU aims for exchange of expertise and networking of information. The MoU will help in strengthening bilateral cooperation between the two countries.
PM to visit Varanasi on 15th July

PM to inaugurate and lay foundation stone of projects worth more than Rs 1500 crores Prime Minister will visit Varanasi on 15th July, 2021. He will inaugurate and lay the foundation stone of multiple development projects during the visit. At around 11 AM, Prime Minister will inaugurate various public projects and works, including a 100 bed MCH wing in BHU, multi-level parking at Godauliya, Ro-Ro Vessels for tourism development on River Ganga and three lane flyover bridge on the Varanasi Ghazipur Highway. Projects worth around Rs. 744 crores will be inaugurated. He will also lay the foundation stones of several projects and public works worth around Rs. 839 crores. These include the Centre for Skill and Technical Support of Central Institute of Petrochemical Engineering and Technology (CIPET), 143 rural projects under Jal Jeevan Mission and mango and vegetable integrated pack house in Karkhiyanv. At around 12:15 PM, Prime Minister will inaugurate the International Cooperation and Convention Centre – Rudrakash, which has been constructed with Japanese assistance. Thereafter, at around 2 PM, he will inspect the Maternal and Child Health Wing, BHU. He will also meet with officials and medical professionals to review Covid preparedness.
Cabinet approves ISRO and USGS for cooperation in the Exchange and use of U.S. Land Remote Sensing Satellite Data

The Union Cabinet chaired by the Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi has been apprised of the Memorandum of Understanding signed between Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) and United States Geological Survey (USGS) for Cooperation in the exchange and use of U.S. Land Remote Sensing Satellite Data. The MoU was signed on 9th July 2016 at Bengaluru. This MoU will enable ISRO to receive USGS’s Landsat-7 & 8 in India and USGS to receive ISRO’s Resourcesat-2 (AWiFS and LISS III) data of US region. Background: ISRO of Department of Space is actively pursuing civilian space cooperation with many US organisations including National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA), the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) and United States Geological Survey (USGS). Data from Landsat series of satellites operated by USGS was used by Indian scientists during the inception of Indian remote sensing programme. ISRO received Landsat data during 1984 to 2001 through its ground station at Shadnagar. USGS has launched Landsat -8 satellite in February 2013. ISRO expressed interest in direct reception of the Landsat-8 data in India, while USGS expressed interest in obtaining data from ISRO’s RESOURCESAT-2 satellite. ISRO and USGS, considering their mutual interest in data exchange of each other satellites, signed the MoU.
PM conveys best wishes to people of Goa, on Goa Liberation Day

Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi, has conveyed his best wishes to the people of Goa, on Goa Liberation Day. “On Goa Liberation Day I convey my best wishes to people of Goa. We remember all those who dedicated their lives to the movement to free Goa,” the Prime Minister said.
PM releases digital version of Ramcharitmanas

Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi, today released the digital version of Ramcharitmanas, as a set of digital CDs produced by All India Radio. Praising the efforts of the artistes who had contributed to this musical production, the Prime Minister said they had performed not just sangeet sadhna, but also sanskriti sadhna and sanskaar sadhna (devotion not just to music, but also to culture and tradition). The Prime Minister described the Ramcharitmanas as a great epic which contained the “essence of India.” He mentioned how the Indians who had travelled to various parts of the world, such as Mauritius, kept alive their link with India over successive generations, through the Ramcharitmanas. The Prime Minister appreciated the role played by All India Radio – Akashvani – in uniting the people and spreading awareness and information in India. He said that he has been informed that All India Radio has approximately 9 lakh hours of audio recordings of various artistes from across the country. He said this was a priceless collection, which should be documented in detail for posterity. The Minister for Information and Broadcasting Shri Arun Jaitley, and the Chairman Prasar Bharati Board Shri Suryaprakash were present on the occasion.
MoU between SEBI and Financial Services Regulatory Authority, Abu Dhabi for Mutual Co-operation and Technical Assistance

The Union Cabinet chaired by the Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi has given its approval for signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) between Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) and Financial Services Regulatory Authority (FSRA), Abu Dhabi for mutual co-operation and technical assistance between the two regulators. The MoU will promote further development of economic links and cooperation between the two signatories and will help create conditions for development of securities markets in the two countries. It would also contribute towards strengthening the information sharing framework between the two regulators.
PM condoles loss of lives in UP`s Kushinagar mishap

The Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi has expressed deep grief over the loss of lives in UP`s Kushinagar mishap. The Prime Minister has also said that the local administration is involved in providing all possible help. In a tweet, the Prime Minister said; “à¤‰à¤¤à¥�à¤¤à¤° à¤ªà¥�à¤°à¤¦à¥‡à¤¶ à¤•à¥‡ à¤•à¥�à¤¶à¥€à¤¨à¤—à¤° à¤®à¥‡à¤‚ à¤¹à¥�à¤† à¤¹à¤¾à¤¦à¤¸à¤¾ à¤¹à¥ƒà¤¦à¤¯à¤µà¤¿à¤¦à¤¾à¤°à¤• à¤¹à¥ˆà¥¤ à¤‡à¤¸à¤®à¥‡à¤‚ à¤œà¤¿à¤¨ à¤²à¥‹à¤—à¥‹à¤‚ à¤•à¥‹ à¤…à¤ªà¤¨à¥€ à¤œà¤¾à¤¨ à¤—à¤‚à¤µà¤¾à¤¨à¥€ à¤ªà¤¡à¤¼à¥€ à¤¹à¥ˆ, à¤‰à¤¨à¤•à¥‡ à¤ªà¤°à¤¿à¤œà¤¨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¤¾à¤�à¤‚ à¤µà¥�à¤¯à¤•à¥�à¤¤ à¤•à¤°à¤¤à¤¾ à¤¹à¥‚à¤‚à¥¤ à¤‡à¤¸à¤•à¥‡ à¤¸à¤¾à¤¥ à¤¹à¥€ à¤˜à¤¾à¤¯à¤²à¥‹à¤‚ à¤•à¥‡ à¤œà¤²à¥�à¤¦ à¤¸à¥‡ à¤œà¤²à¥�à¤¦ à¤¸à¥�à¤µà¤¸à¥�à¤¥ à¤¹à¥‹à¤¨à¥‡ à¤•à¥€ à¤•à¤¾à¤®à¤¨à¤¾ à¤•à¤°à¤¤à¤¾ à¤¹à¥‚à¤‚à¥¤ à¤¸à¥�à¤¥à¤¾à¤¨à¥€à¤¯ à¤ªà¥�à¤°à¤¶à¤¾à¤¸à¤¨ à¤¹à¤° à¤¸à¤‚à¤­à¤µ à¤®à¤¦à¤¦ à¤®à¥‡à¤‚ à¤œà¥�à¤Ÿà¤¾ à¤¹à¥ˆà¥¤”
PM condoles the demise of Shri Naresh Chandra

The Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi has condoled the demise of former civil servant Shri Naresh Chandra. “Shri Naresh Chandra was an outstanding public servant, who left an indelible mark on matters of governance and policy. Pained by his demise. I remember an insightful discussion with Naresh Ji, who as USA ambassador invited me for dinner. He believed in strong India-USA friendship.” the Prime Minister said.
Delegation of SANY Group and Chinese Businessmen call on PM

A delegation of SANY Group and Chinese Businessmen headed by Mr. Liang Wengen, called on the Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi, today. The delegation expressed its interest to invest in various sectors in India. Mr Liang Wengen is the Chairman of SANY Group.
PM greets the nation on New Year

The Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi has extended his New Year greetings to the nation. In a tweet, the Prime Minister said; “Have a great 2023! May it be filled with hope, happiness and lots of success. May everyone be blessed with wonderful health.”
PM to address inaugural session of All India Conference of Law Minister and Law Secretaries on 15 October

Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi will address the inaugural session of All India Conference of Law Minister and Law Secretaries on 15th October at around 10:30 AM via video message. The two day Conference is being hosted by the Ministry of Law & Justice at Ekta Nagar, Gujarat. The objective of the Conference is to provide a common forum for the policy makers to discuss issues relating to the Indian Legal and Judicial system. The States and UTs will be able to share their best practices, exchange new ideas, and improve their mutual cooperation through this Conference. The Conference will witness discussions revolving around topics like alternative dispute resolution mechanisms such as arbitration and mediation for quick and affordable justice; upgrading overall legal infrastructure; removing obsolete laws; improving access to justice; reducing pendency of cases and ensuring speedy disposal; bringing uniformity in proposals relating to state bills for better centre-state coordination; strengthening of State Legal Systems, among others.
PM calls for making Ganga rejuvenation a mass movement for ‘Ganga seva’; chairs first high-level meeting on “Namaami Gange  -; vision

The Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi, has called for making Ganga rejuvenation a mass movement. He called for specific action plans to unite the strength of various sections of society dedicated to “Ganga Seva.” The Prime Minister was chairing the first high-level meeting on “Namaami Gange” – an integrated plan for Ganga rejuvenation today. The Prime Minister said the first priority should be “Nirmal Ganga” – a clean Ganga. The Prime Minister said the first priority in this mission should be to stop fresh generation of pollutants. He said teams of volunteers from various parts of the country could be involved in generating public awareness and perform Ganga seva by maintaining specific stretches of the river. Shri Narendra Modi referred to his vision for solid waste management and waste water management in 500 urban centres across India, through the PPP model, and said the first priority under this vision would be given to towns on the banks of the Ganga. The Prime Minister said suggestions being received from people on the MyGov website should be carefully studied. The Prime Minister said that Ganga rejuvenation could also be envisaged as a major mission to conserve the environment, with the involvement of nearly half the country`s population. This would invite positive global attention, expertise and commitment, he added. The meeting was attended by Union Ministers Shri Venkaiah Naidu, Shri Nitin Gadkari, Ms. Uma Bharati, Shri Prakash Javdekar and Ms. Nirmala Sitharaman, and top Government officials.
PM writes to Japanese PM Shinzo Abe, condemns killing of Japanese citizens by ISIS

Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi, has written to the Prime Minister of Japan, Mr. Shinzo Abe, condemning the killing of Japanese citizens by the ISIS. “The news of the savage killing of Japanese citizens Me. Kenji Goto and Mr. Haruna Yakuwa by the terrorist group IS, has deeply pained and shocked me and the people of India. Our thoughts and prayers are with the bereaved families and the people of Japan,” the Prime Minister wrote. “India stands firmly with Japan in condemning in strongest terms these barbaric acts of terror. These murders are a stark reminder to the world of the inhuman nature of terrorism and its emergence as a major challenge to the global community. This tragic loss of innocent lives should redouble our resolve to deepen mutual cooperation and seek a more resolute global action in combating terrorism,” the Prime Minister added. “Let me also convey my personal good wishes to you as you lead your nation at this moment of grief with your charismatic strength and wisdom,” the Prime Minister said.
PM’s meeting with the President of France on the sidelines of G-20 Summit in Bali

Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi met H.E. Mr. Emmanuel Macron, President of the Republic of France, for a working lunch on the sidelines of the G-20 Summit held in Bali today. The two leaders reviewed ongoing collaboration in diverse areas like defence, civil nuclear, trade and investment. They also welcomed the deepening of cooperation in new areas of economic engagement. Regional and global issues of mutual interest were also discussed.
PM Meets Japanese PM Shinzō Abe

Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi met the Prime Minister of Japan, H.E. Mr. Shinzo Abe on the margins of India-ASEAN and East Asia Summit 2019 at Bangkok on 04 November 2019. The two leaders have met with each other thrice in the last about four months, and their previous meeting was in Vladivostok in September 2019. The Prime Minister congratulated Prime Minister Abe on the recent coronation of the Emperor of Japan. Prime Minister Abe recalled warmly the participation of the President of India in the ceremony. Prime Minister Modi said that he eagerly looked forward to welcoming Prime Minister Abe in India next month for India-Japan Annual Summit. He also said that he was convinced of the success of the forthcoming Annual Summit in further deepening the India-Japan Special Strategic and Global Partnership. The leaders welcomed the increasing economic engagement between the two countries, propelled by high-level exchanges. The leaders also reviewed the progress on Mumbai-Ahmedabad High Speed Rail project and reaffirmed their commitment to advance mutual efforts to facilitate the smooth implementation of the project. The leaders welcomed that the inaugural 2+2 Foreign and Defence Ministerial Dialogue will take place later this month in India. They agreed that the Dialogue will help provide impetus to the bilateral security and defence cooperation between the two sides. The two Prime Ministers also reaffirmed their commitment towards a free, open and inclusive Indo-Pacific region based on a rules-based order. They agreed to further strengthen the bilateral cooperation, including in thirdcountries, for achieving the shared objective of peace, prosperity and progress of the Indo-Pacific region.
PM expresses grief over the loss of lives due to landslide in HP

The Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi has expressed grief over the loss of lives due to landslide related accidents in Himachal Pradesh’s Mandi district. “Pained by the loss of lives due to landslide related accidents in HP’s Mandi district. My condolences with the families of the deceased. I pray for the quick recovery of those injured in Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh. Team of NDRF is going to Mandi to take part in the rescue and relief operations and provide all possible assistance required.” the Prime Minister said.
PM remembers Bharat Ratna Nanaji Deshmukh on his birth anniversary

The Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi has paid tributes to Bharat Ratna Nanaji Deshmukh on his birth anniversary. In a tweet, the Prime Minister said; “Remembering Bharat Ratna Nanaji Deshmukh on his birth anniversary. His rich understanding of rural India and agriculture is reflected in his works. He was also an outstanding thinker.”
Setting the highest level of Example, PM Plogs at Mamallapuram Beach

Picks Garbage and strewn plastic in an effort to maintain clean surroundings Prime Minister Narendra Modi, who had been striving for a Swachh Bharat, has today, once again set an example to the nation that every single individual has to put in their best effort in keeping clean surroundings. Prime Minister Modi who was taking a morning stroll along the shores of Mamallapuram plogged for over 30 minutes collecting strewn plastic and garbage. He later tweeted, “Plogging at a beach in Mamallapuram this morning. It lasted for over 30 minutes. Also handed over my ‘collection’ to Jeyaraj, who is a part of the hotel staff. Let us ensure our public places are clean and tidy! Let us also ensure we remain fit and healthy.”
PM condoles demise of Lok Sabha MP Balli Durga Prasad Rao Garu

The Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi has condoled the demise of Lok Sabha MP, Balli Durga Prasad Rao Garu. “Saddened by the demise of Lok Sabha MP, Balli Durga Prasad Rao Garu. He was an experienced leader, who made effective contributions towards the progress of Andhra Pradesh. My thoughts are with his family and well-wishers in this sad hour. Om Shanti.”, the Prime Minister said.
PM greets people of Jharkhand on their Statehood Day

The Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi has greeted the people of Jharkhand on their Statehood Day. The Prime Minister said, “à¤�à¤¾à¤°à¤–à¤‚à¤¡ à¤•à¥‡ à¤¸à¥�à¤¥à¤¾à¤ªà¤¨à¤¾ à¤¦à¤¿à¤µà¤¸ à¤ªà¤° à¤°à¤¾à¤œà¥�à¤¯ à¤•à¥‡ à¤¸à¤­à¥€ à¤¨à¤¿à¤µà¤¾à¤¸à¤¿à¤¯à¥‹à¤‚ à¤•à¥‹ à¤®à¥‡à¤°à¥€ à¤¹à¤¾à¤°à¥�à¤¦à¤¿à¤• à¤¶à¥�à¤­à¤•à¤¾à¤®à¤¨à¤¾à¤�à¤‚à¥¤ à¤‡à¤¸ à¤…à¤µà¤¸à¤° à¤ªà¤° à¤®à¥ˆà¤‚ à¤¯à¤¹à¤¾à¤‚ à¤•à¥‡ à¤¸à¤­à¥€ à¤²à¥‹à¤—à¥‹à¤‚ à¤•à¥‡ à¤¸à¥�à¤–, à¤¸à¤®à¥ƒà¤¦à¥�à¤§à¤¿ à¤”à¤° à¤‰à¤¤à¥�à¤¤à¤® à¤¸à¥�à¤µà¤¾à¤¸à¥�à¤¥à¥�à¤¯ à¤•à¥€ à¤•à¤¾à¤®à¤¨à¤¾ à¤•à¤°à¤¤à¤¾ à¤¹à¥‚à¤‚à¥¤”