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Cabinet approves Proposal for leasing out land at Alipur, Delhi, owned by DMS to Small Farmers Agribusiness Consortium

The Union Cabinet, chaired by the Prime Minister Narendra Modi has approved the proposal for leasing out 1.61 acres of land bearing khasara No.91/15 located at Alipur Delhi, owned by Delhi Milk Scheme to Small Farmers Agribusiness Consortium (SFAC) for setting up of KisanMandi. The lease will be for a period of 30 years w.e.f, 10.09.2014 to 09.09.2044, with the lease rent of Rs.100/- per month with annual increase of 10% per annum from 10.09.2014. The lease rent will be payable in advance for whole year in the beginning of the calendar year latest by 31st January. Impact:- The setting up the KisanMandi by SFAC, which will, provide as an additional, marketing channel/ platform to FPOs and Growers Association for direct sale of fruits and vegetables to whole sale and retail buyers in Delhi/NCR for the benefit of farmers as well as consumers of the country. Highlights of the KisanMandi:- Only registered FPOs/Grower Associations (GAs) will be allowed to offer fresh produce for sale on this platform. Organisationretailers, wholesalers, hotels and catering institutions, Resident Welfare Association (RWAs) and ordinary consumers can buy from this platform, with no agents / middlemen involved. There will be no commission charged on the transactions in the KisanMandi either from sellers or buyers, FPOs will pay a small service charge for the use of facilities such as godowns, cold stores etc. KisanMandi will also offer direct supply through retail outlets on a franchises model. A beginning will be made by offering staple produce such as potato and onion through selected kiosks of the Delhi Milk Scheme. The KisanMandi will also have provision for online sales and. direct marketing through call centre etc. Background:- SFAC is a registered society set up under the Societies Registration Act XXI of 1860 under the administrative control of Department of Agriculture Cooperation and Farmers Welfare, Ministry of Agriculture & Farmers Welfare, Government of India. Its mandate is to link farmers to investment, technology and markets. SFAC is mandated by the M/o Agriculture to mobilize farmers into groups, called Farmers Producers Organisations (FPOs) and link these institutions to the market, for better returns. SFAC has promoted about 650 FPOs across the country with the membership of over 6.60 lakh farmers up to Dec, 2017. These bodies are member owner grass root institutions, which provide collective bargaining powers to small and marginal farmers. SFAC proposes to establish a KisanMandi, asan additional marketing channel/platform to link FPOs and farmers Growers Association to wholesale and retail consumers for direct sale of fruits & vegetables for the benefits of farmers and consumers in Delhi& NCR.
PM announces ex-gratia from PMNRF for the victims of bus tragedy in Dhar, Madhya Pradesh

The Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi has announced an ex-gratia of Rs. 2 lakh each from Prime Minister’s National Relief Fund (PMNRF) for the next of kin of those who lost their lives due to the bus tragedy in Dhar, Madhya Pradesh. The injured would be given Rs. 50,000. The Prime Minister’s Office tweeted; “An ex-gratia of Rs. 2 lakh each from PMNRF would be given to the next of kin of those who lost their lives due to the bus tragedy in Dhar, Madhya Pradesh. The injured would be given Rs. 50,000: PM”
Cabinet approves MoU between India and Saudi Arabia on establishing a mechanism for Investment Infrastructure in India

The Union Cabinet chaired by Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi has approved the signing Memorandum of Understanding between India and Saudi Arabia on establishing a mechanism for investment Infrastructure in Indian. The MoU will be a step forward in engaging with the institutions of Saudi Arabia to attract a potential investment into the infrastructure sector in the country. It will lead to boosting infrastructure development in the country, creation of more jobs, growth of ancillary industries/sectors which will lead to growth in GDP and over all economic prosperity.
Armed Forces Veterans greet PM for ‘One-Rank, One-Pension’

Armed Forces Veterans welcomed and greeted Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi for yesterday’s announcement of One-Rank, One-Pension during the inauguration function of the Badarpur-Faridabad Metro Line at Faridabad today. They presented flowers to the Prime Minister and thanked him.
PM announces eighty thousand crore rupee package for Jammu and Kashmir

PM addresses public meeting at Sher-e-Kashmir Stadium, Srinagar. The Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi, today announced a development package of eighty thousand crore rupees for the State of Jammu and Kashmir. In his address at the Sher-e-Kashmir stadium in Srinagar, Shri Narendra Modi recalled former Prime Minister Shri Atal Bihari Vajpayee’s message of Kashmiriyat, Jamhooriyat, Insaniyat. “India is not complete without Kashmiriyat,” the Prime Minister said, mentioning the Sufi tradition of India. He praised the people of the state for reposing their faith in Jamhooriyat (democracy) and said that the progress of Jammu and Kashmir had to be based on Insaniyat. The Prime Minister said his Government worked for “Sabka saath, sabka vikas,” and therefore, it was essential for development to reach all parts of the country. He said the State of Jammu and Kashmir should return once again to the days when people from all parts of India saved money to visit the State. He said that besides tourism, attention was being given to sectors such as Pashmina, and Saffron. The Prime Minister narrated his experience of reconstruction following the Gujarat earthquake of 2001. He said that though the State of Jammu and Kashmir had suffered a lot due to floods last year, he saw the spirit (jazba) among the people, and was convinced that the State would soon overcome the difficulties. He recalled how he had rushed to the State soon after the floods and had spent Diwali last year in the State. He also recalled how his mother had given him Rs. 5000 last year for flood relief in Jammu and Kashmir. The Prime Minister said the atmosphere of gloom that pervaded India till recently has lifted over the last 17 months. He said India is now considered the fastest growing major economy in the world. The Prime Minister mentioned that the State from where young cricketer Pervez Rasool hails, should witness international cricket matches again. He said top Indian cricketers use bats made in the State. The Chief Minister of Jammu and Kashmir, Shri Mufti Mohammed Sayeed, Union Minister Shri Nitin Gadkari, and Union MoS Dr. Jitendra Singh were present on the occasion.
Regularization of all unauthorized colonies

The Union Cabinet chaired by the Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi, today approved amendment to the existing guidelines that enables regularization of all unauthorized colonies that have come up till June 1, 2014 namely extension of cut-off date for regularization from March 31, 2002 to June 1, 2014. This will provide the benefits accruing from regularization to a large number of people in unauthorised colonies that have come in existence between 31.03.2014 and 01.06.2014.
Cabinet approves MoU between India and Vietnam on Economic and Trade Cooperation

The Union Cabinet chaired by Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi has approved thesigning of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) between India and Vietnam on Economic and Trade Cooperation. The MoU would expand more bilateral trade and economic cooperation between India and Vietnam.
PM expresses joy over registration of 10 crore citizens, as a part of the PAHAL Yojana

Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi has expressed joy over registration of 10 crore citizens, as a part of the PAHAL Yojana. “Gives me great joy to know that over 10 crore citizens have been registered as a part of the PAHAL Yojana. A momentous accomplishment. This makes PAHAL Yojana among the largest cash transfer schemes in the world. Congrats to beneficiaries and officials. petroleum.nic.in/dbt/index.php PAHAL Yojana will bring an end to black-marketeering and subsidy will reach people more effectively. Its role in nation-building is important,” the Prime Minister said.
PM extends his wishes on Engineers Day

The Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi has extended his best wishes on Engineers Day. He also remembered Bharat Ratna M. Visvesvaraya on whose Birth Anniversary Engineers Day is observed in India. “On Engineers Day, best wishes to all engineers, whose intellect, dedication & curiosity has led to several path-breaking innovations. We salute with pride & joy Bharat Ratna M. Visvesvaraya on his birth anniversary. He is remembered & respected as a pioneering engineer”, the Prime Minister said.
Extension of the validity of Central Order regarding de-hoarding of sugar upto April, 2017

The Union Cabinet under the Chairmanship of Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi has given its approval for extending the validity of the existing Central Order in respect of Sugar for a further period of six months from 29.10.2016 to 28.04.2017. The main objective of the decision is to enable the State Governments to issue control order with the prior concurrence of Central Government, for fixing stock limits/licensing requirements in respect of sugar, whenever need is felt by them. This is expected to help in the efforts being taken to improve the availability of these commodities to general public at reasonable rates, and control the tendencies of hoarding and profiteering. Background The Cabinet in its meeting held on 27.04.2016, decided to enable the States to regulate supply, distribution, sale, production, stock, storage, purchase and movement etc. in respect of sugar for a period up to six months up to 28.10.2016. Accordingly, vide Notification No. GSR 1584(E) dated 29.4.2016, Department of Consumer Affairs issued the Removal of (Licensing requirements, Stock limits and Movement Restrictions) on specified Foodstuffs Amendment Order, 2016 for enabling the State Government to impose stock limits on sugar upto 28.10.2016. Subsequently, the said Order was merged with all the existing Orders in respect of essential commodities and a consolidated Order G.S.R. 929(E) dated 29th September, 2016 was issued. It has been noticed that the average retail price of sugar has escalated in the recent past, in-spite of adequate availability of sugar stock with the mills. The price rise appears artificial as being mainly due to hoarding of sugar by traders/sugar dealers etc. Such situations in past were dealt with exercising the powers to regulate stock holding limits etc. for sugar. The validity of the current Order in respect of sugar is expiring on 28.10.2016 which caused the reason for further extension of the validity of Central Order GSR No. 929(E) dated 29.09.2016 in respect of sugar up to 28.04.2017. The current decision will be notified by the Central Government and will be communicated to all the States/UTs. The States/UTs may exercise the powers and issue control orders with prior concurrence of the Central Government.
On World Toilet Day India Strengthens its Resolve of Toilet for All: PM

Hygienic Toilets have Brought Tremendous Health Benefits Along with Dignity, especially to Our Nari Shakti: PM The Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi has said that on World Toilet Day today, the nation strengthens its resolve of Toilet for all. In a tweet Shri Modi said “On World Toilet Day, India strengthens its resolve of #Toilet4All. The last few years have seen an unparalleled achievement of providing hygienic toilets to crores of Indians. It has brought tremendous health benefits along with dignity, especially to our Nari Shakti.”
PM to dedicate to the nation and lay foundation stone of key projects of oil & gas sector in Tamil Nadu on 17th February

Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi will dedicate to the nation and lay the foundation of key projects of the oil & gas sector in Tamil Nadu on 17th February 2021 at 4:30 PM via video conferencing. Prime Minister will dedicate to the nation the Ramanathapuram – Thoothukudi natural gas pipeline and Gasoline Desulphurisation Unit at Chennai Petroleum Corporation Limited, Manali. He will also lay the foundation stone of Cauvery Basin Refinery at Nagapattinam. These projects will result in substantial socio-economic benefits and will boost the country’s march towards Urja Aatmanirbharta. Governor and Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu, and Union Minister for Petroleum and Natural Gas will also be present on the occasion. About the Projects The Ramanathapuram – Thoothukudi section (143 km) of the Ennore- Thiruvallur- Bengaluru- Puducherry- Nagapattinam- Madurai- Tuticorin Natural Gas Pipeline has been laid at the cost of about Rs. 700 crores. It will help utilise gas from ONGC Gas fields and deliver natural gas as feedstock to industries and other commercial customers. The Gasoline Desulphurisation Unit at Chennai Petroleum Corporation Limited (CPCL), Manali has been constructed at the cost of about Rs. 500 crore. It will produce low sulphur (less than 8 ppm) environment-friendly gasoline, help reduce emission and contribute towards a cleaner environment. The Cauvery Basin Refinery to be set up at Nagapattinam will have a capacity of 9 million metric tonnes per annum. It will be set up through a Joint Venture of IOCL and CPCL at an estimated project cost of Rs. 31,500 crore. It will produce Motor Spirit and Diesel meeting BS-VI specifications, and Polypropylene as a value-added product.
India-China ties from “Inch towards Miles  -;

PM’s conversation with Chinese journalists based in New Delhi. Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi in a conversation today with Chinese journalists based in New Delhi said, “India and China are bound by history, connected by culture, and inspired by rich traditions. Together they can create a bright future for the entire mankind.” Prime Minister summarized the possibilities of our bilateral ties moving ahead as “Inch (India and China) towards Miles (Millennium of Exceptional Synergy).” He said that every inch we cover can rewrite history of humanity and every mile we cross will go a long way in making this planet a better place. He hoped that together India and China cover several miles. Several miles that take not only the two nations forward but also all of Asia and humankind towards the path of progress and harmony. Referring to the large population base of India and China, Prime Minister said that when India and China gain, almost 35% of the world’s population benefits; when India and China strengthen relations, almost 35% of the world’s people come closer; when economic cooperation between India and China increases, the lives of almost 35% of the world’s population undergoes qualitative changes. In response to a question on how he foresees India and China relations developing, Prime Minister explained that our relations go beyond plain arithmetic. They have a unique chemistry that can make for a defining moment. Elaborating on the nature of the relationship he said, “the arithmetic and chemistry of our relations convince me that together we can script history and create a better tomorrow for all of mankind.”
PM in Leh

PM in Leh: attends Closing Ceremony of the Birth Centenary Celebration of the 19th Kushok Bakula Rinpoche; unveils plaque to mark commencement of work on the Zojila Tunnel The Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi, arrived in Leh on the first leg of a day-long visit to Jammu and Kashmir today. He attended the Closing Ceremony of the Birth Centenary Celebration of the 19th Kushok Bakula Rinpoche in Leh. At the same event, he unveiled a plaque to mark the commencement of work on the Zojila Tunnel. The 14 km long Zojila tunnel will be India’s longest road tunnel and Asia’s longest bi-directional tunnel. The Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs, chaired by the Prime Minister, had approved the construction, operation and maintenance of this tunnel between Baltal and Minamarg, on the Srinagar-Leh section of NH-1A, at a total cost of Rs 6800 crore earlier this year. The construction of this tunnel will provide all-weather connectivity between Srinagar, Kargil and Leh. It will cut down the time taken to cross the Zojila pass from the present three and a half hours, to just fifteen minutes. It will lead to all-round economic and socio-cultural integration of these regions. It also has immense strategic importance. Addressing a large gathering on the occasion, the Prime Minister recalled the rich contribution of the 19th Kushok Bakula Rinpoche. His was a life dedicated to serving others, the Prime Minister said. He added that the 19th Kushok Bakula Rinpoche distinguished himself as an outstanding diplomat. He mentioned that during his visit to Mongolia, he had witnessed first-hand, the goodwill he has in that country. Shri Narendra Modi expressed happiness that he is visiting the three regions of Jammu and Kashmir today. He said the State of Jammu and Kashmir is going to get development projects worth Rs. 25,000 crore. These projects will have a positive impact on the people of the state, he added.
PM congratulates Maulana Wahiduddin Khan, on being conferred the Sayyidina Imam Al Hassan Ibn Ali Peace Award

Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi has congratulated noted Islamic scholar and peace activist Maulana Wahiduddin Khan, on being conferred the Sayyidina Imam Al Hassan Ibn Ali Peace Award at a function in Abu Dhabi. “Congratulations to Maulana Wahiduddin Khan, on being conferred the Sayyidina Imam Al Hassan Ibn Ali Peace Award at a function in Abu Dhabi. Maulana Wahiduddin Khan’s knowledge and efforts towards peace make him one of the most respected scholars, admired all over”, the Prime Minister said.
Call on the PM by Mr. Emmanuel Bonne, Diplomatic Advisor to the French President

Mr Emmanuel Bonne, Diplomatic Advisor to the French President H.E. Emmanuel Macron called on Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi on 5 January 2023. Prime Minister highlighted the close cooperation between India and France in various domains of their Strategic Partnership including defence, security, and the Indo-Pacific. Prime Minister welcomed France’s support to India’s G20 Presidency. Mr. Bonne conveyed President Emmanuel Macron’s message of friendship to Prime Minister and briefed him on the Strategic Dialogue with NSA, Shri Ajit Doval, held earlier during the day. Discussions were also held on other areas of mutual interest and cooperation including energy, and culture. The Prime Minister fondly recalled his recent meeting with President Macron in Bali and conveyed his invitation to President Macron to visit India. Mr. Bonne said President Macron looks forward to his early visit to India.
PM greets the people on the occasion of Krishna Janmashtami

Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi has greeted the people on the occasion of Krishna Janmashtami. “à¤¸à¤­à¥€ à¤¦à¥‡à¤¶à¤µà¤¾à¤¸à¤¿à¤¯à¥‹à¤‚ à¤•à¥‹ à¤•à¥ƒà¤·à¥�à¤£ à¤œà¤¨à¥�à¤®à¤¾à¤·à¥�à¤Ÿà¤®à¥€ à¤•à¥€ à¤¹à¤¾à¤°à¥�à¤¦à¤¿à¤• à¤¶à¥�à¤­à¤•à¤¾à¤®à¤¨à¤¾à¤�à¤‚à¥¤ à¤¯à¤¹ à¤ªà¤°à¥�à¤µ à¤¹à¤® à¤¸à¤­à¥€ à¤•à¥‡ à¤œà¥€à¤µà¤¨ à¤®à¥‡à¤‚ à¤¸à¤®à¥ƒà¤¦à¥�à¤§à¤¿ à¤”à¤° à¤–à¥�à¤¶à¤¹à¤¾à¤²à¥€ à¤²à¤¾à¤¯à¥‡à¥¤”, the Prime Minister said.
Phone call between PM and H.E. Naftali Bennett, PM of Israel

Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi spoke on phone today with H.E. Naftali Bennett, Prime Minister of Israel. Prime Minister reiterated his congratulations to H.E. Bennett for assuming office as the Israeli Prime Minister earlier this year. The leaders expressed satisfaction over the remarkable growth in the bilateral relationship in recent years. Prime Minister emphasised that India greatly values its robust cooperation with Israel in areas like agriculture, water, defence and security, and cyber-security. Both leaders agreed on the potential to further expand cooperation, especially in the areas of high-technology and innovation. They discussed concrete steps that could be taken in this regard, and decided that the two Foreign Ministries would work on preparing a roadmap for further enriching the India-Israel Strategic Partnership. Recalling that next year would mark the 30th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations between India and Israel, Prime Minister extended an invitation to H.E. Bennett to visit India. Prime Minister also conveyed his greetings and good wishes to H.E. Bennett and the people of Israel for the coming Jewish festival of Rosh Hashanah.
PM to address 90th INTERPOL General Assembly on 18th October

Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi will address the 90th Interpol General Assembly on 18th October at around 1:45 PM in Pragati Maidan, New Delhi. The 90th General Assembly of INTERPOL will be held from 18th to 21st October. The meeting will be attended by delegations from 195 INTERPOL member countries comprising of Ministers, Police Chiefs of countries, Heads of National Central Bureaus and Senior police officers. The General Assembly is INTERPOL’s supreme governing body and meets once a year to take key decisions related to its functioning. The INTERPOL General Assembly meeting is taking place in India after a gap of about 25 years – it was last held in 1997. India’s proposal to host the INTERPOL General Assembly in 2022 at New Delhi coinciding with celebrations for 75th year of India’s independence was accepted by the General Assembly with overwhelming majority. The event provides an opportunity to showcase best practices in India’s law and order system to the entire world. Union Home Minister, INTERPOL President Ahmed Naser Al Raisi and Secretary General Mr Jurgen Stock, CBI Director will also be present on the occasion.
Smriti Van chronicles Gujarat’s resilience: PM

The Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi has expressed happiness that people are visiting Smriti Van in Bhuj to pay tribute to the those tragically lost in the Earthquake of 2001 In a reply to a tweet by Gujarat Information, the Prime Minister tweeted: “Happy to see this. Smriti Van is a tribute to those we tragically lost in the Earthquake of 2001. It also chronicles Gujarat’s resilience. The coming months will be a great time to visit Kutch. There’s the Rann Utsav and now there’s Smriti Van also.”
PM to dedicate India’s longest road tunnel to the Nation

The Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi, will dedicate to the nation, India’s longest road tunnel – the 9 kilometre long “Chenani – Nashri Tunnel” – on April 2nd, 2017. The tunnel on NH-44 which connects Jammu with Srinagar, will reduce travel time between the two cities by upto two hours. It achieves a distance-reduction of 31 kilometres, bypassing snow-bound upper reaches. The estimated daily fuel savings are to the tune of Rs. 27 lakhs. Besides avoiding large scale deforestation and tree-cutting, the tunnel will provide a safe, all-weather route to commuters travelling from Jammu and Udhampur, to Ramban, Banihal and Srinagar. The tunnel is equipped with world-class security systems, and is expected to boost tourism and economic activities in the State of Jammu and Kashmir. Key Features of the tunnel • It is a single-tube bi-directional tunnel, with a 9.35 metre carriageway, and a vertical clearance of 5 metres. • There is also a parallel escape tunnel, with “Cross Passages” connecting to the main tunnel at intervals of 300 metres. • It also has smart features such as an Integrated Traffic Control System; Surveillance, Ventilation and Broadcast Systems; Fire Fighting System; and SOS call-boxes at every 150 metres. • The project has been completed at a cost of over Rs. 2500 crore.