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Cabinet approves MoU on cooperation in the field of Disaster Management between the National Disaster Management Authority of the Republic of India and the National Disaster management Authority of the Republic of Maldives

The Union Cabinet, Chaired by Hon’ble Prime Minister has ex-post facto approved the Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) signed on 02nd August, 2022 between the National Disaster Management Authority of the Republic of India and the National Disaster Management Authority of the Republic of Maldives on cooperation in the field of Disaster Management. Benefits: The MoU seeks to put in place a system, whereby both India and Maldives will be benefited from the Disaster Management mechanisms of each other and it will help in strengthening the areas of preparedness, response and capacity building in the field of Disaster Management. Salient features of the MoU: i. The Parties will extend mutual support on the request of one Party in the time of large scale disaster incident occurring within its territory, in the field of emergency relief, response, humanitarian assistance ii. The Parties will exchange information and share experiences and best practices of disaster response, mitigation, planning and preparedness. iii. The Parties will share satellite remote sensing data and expertise of space technology base applications for effective disaster mitigation, including exchange of information on disaster on prevention and risk assessment. iv. The Parties will extend cooperation in the field of advanced information technology, early warning systems, remote sensing, satellite communication & navigation services. v. To consider training and capacity building programme for sectoral mainstreaming in disaster risk reduction, the parties will provide opportunities to train senior officials and rescue personnel of emergency management service in the short and long term trainings. vi. The Parties will exchange information about the domestic and international exhibitions as well as exercises to be held in both countries and also cooperate in areas such as research, knowledge exchange, faculty support programmes, documentation in the areas of disaster risk reduction and academic programmes in disaster resilience & climate change adaptation. vii. The parties will determine further cooperation in other activities related to disaster management. viii. The Parties may exchange Tsunami Advisories, Storm Surge, High Wave Alert, Multi Hazard vulnerability information and multi hazard risk assessment due to oceanogenic disasters along their coastal zones. ix. The Parties may exchange information about Numerical weather Predication (NWP) products and Extended Range Forecast (ERF). x. The Parties may exchange information including provision of access by Indian side to the Real Time Analysis of Products and Information Dissemination (RAPID) for visualization of Indian Weather Satellite Data as well as providing training on NWP and Satellite Meteorology by IMD. xi. The Parties will initiate an annual disaster management exercise that will be held in the different geographic settings of both nations.
PM addresses webinar on effective implementation of Budget provisions in defence sector

India’s defence sector is moving ahead with transparency, predictability & ease of doing business: PM Emphasis is being given to enhance manufacturing capacity in defence sector: Narendra Modi The Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi addressed the webinar on effective implementation of the Union Budget provisions in the defence sector today. In his address, the Prime Minister said that the webinar assumes great significance as it is focusing on the important issue of making the country’s defence sector self-reliant. Shri Narendra Modi said that there used to be hundreds of ordnance factories before independence. In both the world wars, weapons at large scale were exported from India. But, for many reasons, this system has not been strengthened as much as it should have been after independence. The Prime Minister said that his government has relied on the capabilities of our engineers and scientists on developing the Tejas fighter aircraft and today Tejas is flying gracefully in the skies. A few weeks back, an order worth Rs. 48,000 crore was placed for Tejas. He said that since 2014, it has been the government’s endeavor to move forward in this sector with transparency, predictability and ease of doing business. Shri Moid said the government has taken steps to bring about de-licensing, de-regulation, export promotion, foreign investment liberalization, etc. The Prime Minister further said that India has made a list of 100 important items related to defence, which can be manufactured indigenously with the help of our local industries. He said a timeline has been set so that our industries can plan to meet these requirements. He said it is called a negative list in the official language but it is a positive list in the language of self-reliance. This is the positive list on which the country’s manufacturing capacity is going to increase. This is the positive list that will generate employment in India. This is the positive list that is going to reduce India’s dependence on foreign countries for our defence needs. This is the positive list that guarantees the sale of indigenous products in India. The Prime Minister said that a part has been reserved for domestic procurement even in the capital budget of defence. He urged the private sector to come forward and take up both designing and manufacturing of the defence equipment so that Indian flag can be kept flying high on the global stage. He said that MSMEs work as a backbone for the entire manufacturing sector. The reforms that are taking place today are giving more freedom to MSMEs and encouragement to expand. The Prime Minister said that the defence corridors that are being built in the country today will also help local entrepreneurs and local manufacturing. That is, today, self-sufficiency in our defence sector has to be seen as the empowerment of these two fronts – “Jawan as well as Youth”.
Women and children tie Rakhi on PM’s wrist on the occasion of Raksha Bandhan

Women and children from various groups today called on the Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi at his residence on the occasion of Raksha Bandhan. They tied Rakhi on the Prime Minister’s wrist. These included widows from Vrindavan and Varanasi, members from various women organizations including BJP Mahila Morcha, Delhi Sikh Pratinidhi Sabha; schoolchildren including specially-abled children; and women MPs from Gujarat. Minister for Minority Affairs, Dr. Najma Heptulla greeted the Prime Minister and tied a Rakhi on his wrist. Sadhvi Rithambara also greeted the Prime Minister and tied a Rakhi on his wrist.
PM condemns the killing of Japanese citizens Mr. Kenji Goto and Mr. Haruna Yukawa

Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi has strongly condemned the killing of Japanese citizens Mr. Kenji Goto and Mr. Haruna Yukawa, terming it as gruesome and unfortunate. Prime Minister said that his thoughts and prayers are with families of Mr. Kenji Goto and Mr. Haruna Yukawa.
PM announces ex-gratia from PMNRF for the victims of bus accident in Andhra Pradesh

The Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi has announced an ex-gratia from the Prime Minister’s National Relief Fund (PMNRF) for the victims of a bus accident in West Godavari, Andhra Pradesh. The Prime Minister’s office tweeted; “PM @narendramodi has announced an ex-gratia of Rs. 2 lakh each from PMNRF for the next of kin of those who lost their lives in the bus accident in West Godavari, Andhra Pradesh.”
PM’s remarks at interaction with civil society groups at Fiji National University

Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi, today said that India would use the strengths of its democracy and young population for the benefit of mankind. He said the coming age would be the age of knowledge, and India would once again perform the role of “Vishvaguru”. In his remarks during an interaction with civil society at Fiji Technical University in Suva today, the Prime Minister said India had a responsibility towards the world at large. The Prime Minister said India and Fiji have many shared values, and it is the responsibility of both of them to strengthen those values. Saying that Fiji had chosen the path of democracy to move forward, the Prime Minister said this had set an example that would exert a positive influence in the wider Pacific region as well. Noting that the coming age was an age of knowledge and technology, the Prime Minister said it was essential to keep adding to the knowledge base, and to keep up the pace of new discoveries and inventions. He said India was once again ready to play the role of “Vishvaguru,” and work towards the benefit of mankind. He said our ancient sages had spoken of India’s global responsibility, and the coming “Gyan Yug” would see India play a pivotal role,using the strengths of its democracy and demographic dividend. He said the Government was giving priority to skill development so that these strengths could be leveraged for the benefit of the whole world. He also talked about ending the digital divide, saying we have to prepare for the future to help the world. The Prime Minister spoke of the initiatives he had announced earlier today:- -Visa on arrival for Fiji and other Pacific island Nations. -A fund of five million US dollars to promote small business and village enterprises in Fiji. -A line of credit of 70 million US dollars for a co-generation power plant. -Doubling the scholarships and training slots in India for Fiji. -Setting up of a Special Adaptation Fund of $ 1 million to provide technical assistance and training for capacity building to Pacific island nations on the issue of global warming.
PM greets people on Ram Navami

The Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi has greeted the people on the occasion of Ram Navami and wished happiness, peace and prosperity for all. In a tweet, the Prime Minister said; “à¤¦à¥‡à¤¶à¤µà¤¾à¤¸à¤¿à¤¯à¥‹à¤‚ à¤•à¥‹ à¤°à¤¾à¤®à¤¨à¤µà¤®à¥€ à¤•à¥€ à¤¢à¥‡à¤°à¥‹à¤‚ à¤¶à¥�à¤­à¤•à¤¾à¤®à¤¨à¤¾à¤�à¤‚à¥¤ à¤­à¤—à¤µà¤¾à¤¨ à¤¶à¥�à¤°à¥€à¤°à¤¾à¤® à¤•à¥€ à¤•à¥ƒà¤ªà¤¾ à¤¸à¥‡ à¤¹à¤° à¤•à¤¿à¤¸à¥€ à¤•à¥‹ à¤œà¥€à¤µà¤¨ à¤®à¥‡à¤‚ à¤¸à¥�à¤–, à¤¶à¤¾à¤‚à¤¤à¤¿ à¤”à¤° à¤¸à¤®à¥ƒà¤¦à¥�à¤§à¤¿ à¤ªà¥�à¤°à¤¾à¤ªà¥�à¤¤ à¤¹à¥‹à¥¤ à¤œà¤¯ à¤¶à¥�à¤°à¥€à¤°à¤¾à¤®!”
PM pays homage to Shri Jagannathrao Joshi Ji on his 101st birth anniversary

The Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi has paid homage to Shri Jagannathrao Joshi Ji, senior leader of the Bharatiya Jana Sangh and Bharatiya Janata Party, on his 101st birth anniversary. In a tweet, the Prime Minister said: “I pay homage to Shri Jagannathrao Joshi Ji on his 101st birth anniversary. Jagannathrao Ji was a remarkable organiser and tirelessly worked among people. His role in strengthening the Jana Sangh and BJP is widely known. He was also an outstanding scholar and intellectual.”
PM strongly condemns terrorist attack in Istanbul

The Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi has strongly condemned the terrorist in Istanbul, Turkey. “Attack in Istanbul is inhuman and horrific. I condemn it strongly. My thoughts are with bereaved families. May the injured recover quickly.”, the Prime Minister said.
PM congratulates Lovepreet Singh for winning Bronze medal

The Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi has congratulated Lovepreet Singh for winning the Bronze medal in Men’s 109kg weightlifting. The Prime Minister tweeted; “Congratulations to the talented Lovepreet Singh for winning the Bronze medal in Men’s 109kg weightlifting. The young and dynamic Lovepreet has impressed everyone with his calm temperament and dedication to sports. Wishing him the very best for all future endeavours.”
Cabinet approves MoU between India and Romania in the field of tourism

The Union Cabinet, chaired by the Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi has given its ex-post facto approval to the Memorandum of Understanding signed between India and Romania in the field of tourism. The MoU was signed in September, 2018 during the visit of the Vice-President of India to Romania. The main objectives of the Memorandum of Understanding are: a) To expand bilateral cooperation in the tourism sector b) To exchange information and data related to tourism. To encourage cooperation between tourism stakeholders including Hotels and Tour operators. c) Investment in the Tourism and Hospitality sectors d) To exchange visits of Tour Operators / Media /Opinion Makers for promotion of two way tourism e) To exchange experiences in the areas of promotion, marketing, destination development and management. f) Foster bilateral cooperation through film tourism for promoting the two countries as attractive tourism destinations and g) To promote safe, honourable and sustainable tourism. h) Facilitate the movement of tourism between the two countries Romania is a potential tourism markets for India (India received approximately 11844 tourists from Romania in 2017). The signing of Memorandum of Understanding with Romania will be instrumental in increasing arrival from this source market. Background: India and Romania have enjoyed a strong diplomatic and long economic relationship. The two parties now desiring to strengthen and further develop the established relationship have signed a Memorandum of Understanding between the Ministry of Tourism, Government of the Republic of India and the Ministry of Tourism Government for the Romania for strengthening cooperation in the field of Tourism.
Phone call between PM and H.E. Mr. Mark Rutte, PM of the Netherlands

Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi spoke on phone today with H.E. Mr. Mark Rutte, Prime Minister of the Netherlands. The two leaders discussed India-Netherlands bilateral ties, including Strategic Partnership on Water, cooperation in the key area of agriculture, potential for bilateral cooperation in high tech and emerging sectors. The two leaders also exchanged views on India-EU relations, regional and global issues including convergence and cooperation in the Indo-Pacific. With regular high-level visits and interactions, the India-Netherlands ties have gained tremendous momentum in the recent years. The two Prime Ministers held a Virtual Summit on 09 April 2021 and have been speaking regularly. ‘Strategic Partnership on Water’ was launched with Netherlands during the Virtual Summit. In the current year, India and the Netherlands are jointly commemorating 75 years of establishment of diplomatic ties. This special milestone was celebrated with the State Visit of President of India to the Netherlands from 4-7 April 2022.
PM expresses sadness over loss of lives in coal mine accident in Jharkhand

The Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi has expressed sadness over loss of lives in a coal mine accident in Jharkhand. “Saddened by the loss of lives at a mine in Jharkhand. My prayers are with those trapped inside. Spoke to CM Raghubar Das on the situation. Jharkhand Government & Minister @PiyushGoyal are working to restore normalcy. @NDRFHQ has been engaged for rescue & relief operations”, the Prime Minister said.
PM proposes first meeting of BRICS Water Ministers in India

Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi addressed the Plenary session of XI BRICS Summit in Brazil today. Heads of states of other BRICS countries, also addressed the Plenary session. Speaking on the occasion, Prime Minister said that the theme of this summit – “Economic growth for an innovative future” is very apt. He said that Innovation has become the basis of our development. He emphasized that it is necessary for strengthening the cooperation under BRICS for innovation. Prime Minister said that now we have to consider the direction of BRICS, and mutual cooperation should be more effective in the next ten years. He highlighted that despite success in many areas, there is considerable scope to increase efforts in some areas. PM called for paying special attention to mutual trade and investment, as Intra-BRICS trade accounts for just 15% of world trade, while the combined population is more than 40% of the world’s population. Recalling about the recent ‘Fit India Movement’ started in India, he said that he wanted to increase contacts and exchanges between the BRICS in the field of fitness and health. He also said that Sustainable water management and sanitation are important challenges in urban areas and proposed to hold the first meeting of BRICS Water Ministers in India. He was happy that the first Seminar on BRICS Strategies for Countering Terrorism was organized and hoped that such efforts and activities of the five working groups will increase strong BRICS Security Cooperation against terrorism and other organized crimes. PM concluded that with the mutual recognition of visas, social security agreement and qualifications, we will give people of the five countries a more conducive environment for mutual travel and work.
PM’s departure statement ahead of his visit to Bali for G20 Leaders’ Summit

I will be visiting Bali, Indonesia on 14-16 November 2022, to participate in the 17th G20 Leaders’ Summit, to be chaired by Indonesia. During the Bali Summit, I will have extensive discussions with other G20 Leaders on key issues of global concern, such as reviving global growth, food & energy security, environment, health, and digital transformation. On the sidelines of the G20 Summit, I will meet with Leaders of several other participating countries, and review the progress in India’s bilateral relations with them. I look forward to addressing the Indian community in Bali at a Reception on 15 November 2022. In a significant moment for our country and citizens, President of Indonesia Joko Widodo will hand over the G20 Presidency to India at the closing ceremony of the Bali Summit. India will officially assume the G20 Presidency from 1st December 2022. I will also extend my personal invitation to G20 Members and other invitees to our G20 Summit next year. During my interactions at the G20 Summit, I will highlight India’s achievements, and our unwavering commitment to collectively address global challenges. India’s G20 Presidency will be grounded in the theme “Vasudhaiva Kutumbakam” or “One Earth One Family One Future”, which underlines the message of equitable growth and shared future for all.
PM invites participation for ‘Pariksha Pe Charcha 2022′

The Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi has tweeted about ‘Pariksha Pe Charcha 2022’ and has asked for the registration. He said that it gives him an opportunity to connect with our dynamic youth, understand their challenges and aspirations better. The Prime Minister tweeted : “Exams are approaching and so is ‘Pariksha Pe Charcha 2022.’ Let’s talk stress-free exams and once again support our brave #ExamWarriors, their parents and teachers. I urge you all to register for this year’s #PPC2022. Personally, ‘Pariksha Pe Charcha’ is a fantastic learning experience. I get the opportunity to connect with our dynamic youth, understand their challenges and aspirations better. It also gives the opportunity to discover the emerging trends in the world of education. #PPC2022”
Cabinet approves Infusion of capital by Government in IDBI Bank

The Union Cabinet chaired by the Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi has approved the Infusion of Rs 4,557 crore by Government in IDBI Bank. It will help in completing the process of IDBI Bank’s turnaround and enable it to return to profitability and normal lending, and giving Government the option of recovering its investment at an opportune time. IDBI Bank needs a one time infusion of capital to complete the exercise of dealing with its legacy book. It has already substantially cleaned up, reducing net NPA from peak of 18.8% in June 2018 to 8% in June 2019. The capital for this has to come from its shareholders. LIC is at 51% and is not allowed to go higher by the insurance regulator. Of the Rs. 9,300 crore needed, LIC would meet 51% (Rs. 4,743 crore). Remaining 49%, amounting to Rs. 4,557 crore, is proposed from Government as its share on one time basis. After this infusion, IDBI Bank expects to be able to subsequently raise further capital on its own and expects to come out of RBI’s Prompt Corrective Action (PCA) framework sometime next year. This cash neutral infusion will be through recap bonds i.e. Government infusing capital into the bank and the bank buying the recap bond from the Government the same day, with no impact on liquidity or current year’s Budget. Background: Following Cabinet’s approval in August 2018, LIC acquired 51% stake in IDBI Bank. Government continues to be a promoter and holds 46.46% stake. The financial parameters of IDBI Bank have improved considerably during the last one year: • CRAR has improved from 6.22% as on 30.9.18 to 11.58% as on 31.3.19. • Net NPA ratio reduced from 17.3% as on 30.9.18 to 10.11% as on 31.3.19 and further to 8.02% as on 30th June 2019 • Provision Coverage Ratio (PCR) improved from 69% (30.9.18) to 83% (31.3.19) and further to 88% on 30th June 2019 • Synergy with LIC has enabled access to 29 crore policyholders base spread over 3184 branches and also to 11 lakh agents and 2 lakh employees of LIC. • Rs.500 crore revenue for FY 2020 and Rs.1,000 crore from FY 2021 onwards projected from LIC Synergy. • Sale of insurance kick-started in March 2019 with Rs.160 crore premium. This momentum has continued with over Rs. 250 Cr premium collection in first four and a half months of this year. FY 2019-20 target is Rs.2000 crore of premium and Rs. 200 crore revenue. • Additional business anticipated is Rs.5,000 crore (Housing loan, Auto loan, personal loan) by leveraging LIC agents’ network.
On the occasion of International Day of Yoga, PM leads Mass Yoga Demonstration at Ranchi

The Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi, today participated in a Mass Yoga Demonstration at Ranchi today, on the occasion of International Day of Yoga. “Let our motto be Yoga for peace, harmony and progress”, exhorted the Prime Minister as he commenced his address, shortly before the Yoga session. Greeting everyone on the occasion, he complimented media personnel, and those associated with social media, for the key role they have played in spreading the message of Yoga. The Prime Minister said that he now wants to take the message of modern Yoga, from the cities to the villages, and to the homes of the poor and tribal communities. He emphasized that Yoga must become part of the lives of the poor and the tribals, because they suffer the most on account of illness. The Prime Minister said that today, with changing times, our focus should be on wellness too, besides preventing illness. He said Yoga can give us this strength. He said this is the spirit of Yoga, and of ancient Indian philosophy. The Prime Minister said Yoga is not accomplished merely by the activities that we perform for a while on the ground or the mat. He said Yoga implies discipline and dedication, and this must be practiced throughout our lives. The Prime Minister said Yoga transcends the barriers of age, colour, caste, community, thought, sect, rich or poor, State, and border. He said Yoga belongs to everyone. The Prime Minister said that today, from drawing rooms to board rooms, parks to sports complexes, and streets to wellness centres, Yoga has caught the imagination of people. Shri Narendra Modi said that Yoga is both ancient and modern. It is constant and evolving, he added. For centuries, the essence of Yoga has remained the same: healthy body, stable mind, spirit of oneness, the Prime Minister said. Yoga provides a perfect blend of knowledge, work and devotion, he said. The Prime Minister said that as the world adopts Yoga, we should lay stress on research related to the subject. He said Yoga should connect with disciplines such as medicine, physiotherapy, and artificial intelligence.