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PM salutes all those who sacrificed their lives for India’s unity, during the period of the merger of Hyderabad State into India

Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi has saluted all those who sacrificed their lives for India’s unity, during the period of the merger of Hyderabad State into India. The Prime Minister also remembered exemplary role played by Sardar Patel in Hyderabad State’s merger into India. “I salute all those who sacrificed their lives for India’s unity during the period of the merger of Hyderabad State into India. No mention of Hyderabad State’s merger into India is complete without remembering exemplary role played by Sardar Patel during those times”, the Prime Minister said.
Amendments in the Central List of Other Backward Classes (OBCs) in respect of the two States (Gujarat and Uttarakhand)

The Union Cabinet chaired by the Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi, today gave its approval for the amendments in the Central List of Other Backward Classes (OBCs) in respect of two States (Gujarat and Uttarakhand) for making suitable amendments in the Central List of OBCs, by way inclusion/correction of castes/communities as per the advices received from the National Commission for Backward Classes (NCBC). The amendments will enable the persons belonging to these castes/ communities to avail the benefits of reservation in Government services and posts as well as in Central Educational Institutions as per the existing policy. They will also become eligible for benefit under various welfare schemes, scholarships etc. being administered by the Central Government, which are at present available to persons belonging to the OBCs. The following castes/communities have been included in the Central List of OBCs in the two States of Gujarat and Uttarakhand:- Serial. No. Gujarat Uttarakhand 1. Sipai Kahar 2. Patni Jamat or Turk Jamat (all Muslims) Tanwar Singhariya Background:- The NCBC was set up in pursuance to the Supreme Court judgement in the Indra Sawhney case as per the NCBC Act 1993. Section 9 (“Functions of the Commission”) of the NCBC Act 1993 states as under:- 1. The Commission shall examine requests for inclusion of any class of citizens as a backward class in the lists and hear complaints of over-inclusion or under-inclusion of any backward class in such lists and tender such advice to the Central Government as it deems appropriate; and 2. The advice of the Commission shall ordinarily be binding upon the Central Government. The NCBC has been tendering advice to the Central Government from time to time. A total of 35 notifications have been issued so far and till date, a total of 2404 “entries” (as “entry” means a caste, including its synonyms, sub-castes etc.) have been notified in the Central list of OBCs for 24 States and 6 Union Territories. The last such notification was issued on 14.7.2015. Accordingly, it is now proposed to notify a total of two changes recommended by NCBC in respect of two States.
PM’s meeting with Prime Minister of Norway

Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi met H.E. Mr. Jonas Gahr Store, Prime Minister of Norway, in Copenhagen on the sidelines of the 2nd India Nordic Summit. This was the first meeting between the two leaders since the assumption of office by Prime Minister Store in October 2021. Both Prime Ministers reviewed the ongoing activities in bilateral relations and discussed future areas of cooperation. Prime Minister highlighted that Norway’s skills and India’s scope provided natural complementarities. Both leaders discussed the potential for deepening engagement in areas like Blue Economy, renewable energy, green hydrogen, solar and wind projects, green shipping, fisheries, water management, rainwater harvesting, space cooperation, long term Infrastructure investment, health and culture. Discussions also took place on regional and global developments. As members of UNSC, India and Norway have been engaging with each other in the UN on global issues of mutual interest.
Return of 803 acres of land under possession of Nepa Limited at Hempur, Distt. Kashipur (Uttarakhand) to Government of Uttarakhand

The Union Cabinet, chaired by the Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi, today has given its approval to return of 803 acres of land at Hempur, Distt. Kashipur (Uttarakhand) under possession of Nepa Limited, Nepanagar to Government of Uttarkhand. Nepa Limited, Nepanagar is a Public Sector Enterprise (PSE) of Government of India. Background:- The land at Hempur was allotted in February, 1987 on lease for 90 years, by the then Uttar Pradesh State Industrial Development Corporation to Nepa Limited, Nepanagar for setting up a bagasse based newsprint mill after remitting payment of Rs. 149.23 lakh at the then prevailing circle rate. However, lease deed could not be executed due to non-clearance from the Central Pollution Control Board on environmental grounds and the newsprint mill could not be established. The Government of Uttarakhand (GoUK) has, therefore, sought return of the land for alternate use, and has agreed to pay current circle rate (which is substantially higher). Returning this land to the State Government is also justified as a large tract of land in an area short of this vital factor of production, is lying idle and can be put to productive public use by the State.
PM condoles passing away of Shri Shiv Kumar Pareek

The Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi has expressed deep grief over the passing away of former PM Vajpayee’s long-time aide Shri Shiv Kumar Pareek. In a tweet, the Prime Minister said; “Saddened by the passing away of Shri Shiv Kumar Pareek Ji. Firmly rooted in our Party’s ideology, he devoted himself to service, nation building and worked closely with Atal Ji. Will cherish my interactions with him over the years. Condolences to his family. Om Shanti.”
PM receives Deputy Prime Minister of the UK

The Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi, today received Deputy Prime Minister of the United Kingdom, Mr. Nick Clegg. Mr. Clegg was accompanied by UK Secretary of State for Energy and Climate Change Ed Davey. During the meeting, Deputy Prime Minister Clegg conveyed UK’s strong desire to further strengthen and deepen relations with India. Expressing deep appreciation for the ambitious goal of Indian’s economic and social transformation that the new government under the leadership of Prime Minister Modi had set, he conveyed the desire of the UK to work together with India in realising this goal. The Prime Minister expressed appreciation for Prime Minister David Cameron’s personal interest and commitment to the India-UK relationship. He called for greater collaboration between India and UK in the areas of education, skills development, clean energy, infrastructure development, and cleaning of rivers. Both sides also discussed international issues relating to WTO and climate change. On WTO, the Prime Minister reiterated India’s commitment to the understandings reached in Bali, including on Trade Facilitation. He expressed support for trade facilitation measures. He, however, emphasized the need to move forward simultaneously on all the agreements reached in Bali, including on food security, to address the interests of all sections of society, particularly the poor people. The UK side conveyed their appreciation for the work done in Gujarat in the area of clean energy and preservation of environment. The Prime Minister said that this was a priority area for the Government. The Government planned to develop 500 model towns in India with facilities for solid waste management and waste water treatment. Further, the government wanted to develop all Himalayan States as “Organic States” which would also have environmental benefits. He also articulated his vision of creating mass participation in energy efficiency. The Prime Minister invited the UK to partner in these efforts. He also called upon the international community to take steps to provide clean technology to developing and under-developed countries at affordable prices. Deputy Prime Minister Clegg reiterated Prime Minister Cameron’s invitation to the Prime Minister to visit the UK. The Prime Minister said that he looked forward to visiting the UK at the earliest convenience.
PM to visit Jhunjhunu in Rajasthan on March 8

BetiBachao, BetiPadhao program to be expanded to 640 districts National Nutrition Mission to be launched Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi will visit Jhunjhunu in Rajasthan on 8th March, the International Women’s Day. Giving a fillip to the Government’s initiative to save and educate the girl child, the Prime Minister will inaugurate the pan-India expansion of BetiBachaoBetiPadhao program, BBBP up from the existing 161 districts to 640 districts all over the country. The Prime Minister will interact with beneficiary mothers and girl children of the program. He will distribute certificates to best performing districts under BetiBachaoBetiPadhao program, In another landmark initiative, National Nutrition Mission, NNM will be launched nationwide by the Prime Minister from Jhunjhunu. He will launch NNM- ICDS Common Application Software. The mission strives to reduce under-nutrition and low birth weight, bring down anaemia among young children, women and adolescent girls and to reduce the prevalence of stunting among children.
Introduction of the Bureau of Indian Standards Bill, 2015

The Union Cabinet chaired by the Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi, today gave its approval to introduce a new Bureau of Indian Standards Bill, 2015. The new Bill will provide legislative framework for following new provisions other than the provisions in the existing Bureau of Indian Standards Act, 1986 which is proposed to be repealed: The main objectives of the proposed legislation are:- (i). to establish the Bureau of Indian standards (BIS) as the National Standards Body of India; (ii). The Bureau to perform its functions through a Governing Council, which will consist of its President and other members; (iii). to include goods, services and systems, besides articles and processes under the standardization regime; (iv). To enable the Government to bring under the mandatory certification regime such article, process or service which it considers necessary from the point of view of health, safety, environment, prevention of deceptive practices, security etc. This will help consumers receive ISI certified products and will also help in prevention of import of sub-standard products; (v). to allow multiple types of simplified conformity assessment schemes including Self Declaration Of Conformity (SDOC) against any standard which will give multiple simplified options to manufacturers to adhere to standards and get a certificate of conformity, thus improving the “ease of doing business”; (vi). to enable the Central Government to appoint any authority, in addition to the Bureau of Indian Standards, to verify the conformity of products and services to a standard and issue certificate of conformity; (vii). to enable the Government to implement mandatory hallmarking of precious metal articles; (viii). to strengthen penal provisions for better and effective compliance and enable compounding of offences for violations; (ix). to provide recall, including product liability of products bearing the Standard Mark, but not conforming to relevant Indian Standards; and (x). Repeal of the BIS Act, 1986. Consequential amendments will be made subsequently in the rules and regulations to ensure implementation of the new Bill. The proposed provisions in the new Bureau of Indian Standards Bill, 2015 will empower the Central Government and the Bureau of Indian Standards to promote a culture of quality of products and services through mandatory/voluntary compliance with Indian standards through the process of ‘product certification’ and ‘Certificate of Conformity’ with a broad objective of consumer’s welfare. It is also expected to improve enforcement of Indian standards. The proposed provisions will also promote harmonious development of the activities of standardization, marking and quality certification of goods and services, to provide for compulsory hallmarking of precious metal articles, widening the scope of conformity assessment, to enhance penalties, to make offences compoundable and to simplify certain provisions in the Act.
PM expresses anguish over fire tragedy in Surat

The Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi has expressed anguish over fire tragedy in Surat. He has also asked Gujarat Government and local authorities to provide all possible assistance to those affected. “Extremely anguished by the fire tragedy in Surat. My thoughts are with bereaved families. May the injured recover quickly. Have asked the Gujarat Government and local authorities to provide all possible assistance to those affected”, the Prime Minister said.
MoU between India and Bangladesh on cooperation in the field of Fisheries

The Union Cabinet, chaired by the Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi, was apprised about the Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) signed between India and Bangladesh in September, 2011 on bilateral cooperation in the field of Fisheries and aquaculture and allied activities. The MoU has strengthened the friendly relations between India and Bangladesh and promote development of cooperation in fisheries and aquaculture and allied sectors through mutually agreed activities and procedures. The MoU will remain in force for a period of five years unless either of the Parties give prior written notice of at least six months in advance to the other Party of its intention to terminate the MoU. This MoU could be extended for further period as may be mutually agreed upon.
PM congratulates Ms. Kamala Harris on assumption of office

The Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi has congratulated Ms. Kamala Harris on assumption of office as Vice President of the United States of America. In a tweet, the Prime Minister said “Congratulations to @KamalaHarris on being sworn-in as @VP. It is a historic occasion. Looking forward to interacting with her to make India-USA relations more robust. The India-USA partnership is beneficial for our planet.”
PM pays tribute to Onake Obavva on her Jayanti

The Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi bowed to the great Kannada warrior woman, Onake Obavva on the special occasion of her Jayanti. Shri Modi said that Onake Obavva ‘inspires us as a symbol of our Nari Shakti.’ The Prime Minister tweeted: “I bow to the courageous Onake Obavva on the special occasion of her Jayanti. No one can ever forget the courage with which she fought hard to protect her people and culture. She inspires us as a symbol of our Nari Shakti.” “ವೀರವನಿತೆ ಒನಕೆ ಓಬವ್ವ ಜಯಂತಿಯ ವಿಶೇಷ ಸಂದರ್ಭದಲ್ಲಿ ಅವರಿಗೆ ನಮನ ಸಲ್ಲಿಸುತ್ತೇನೆ. ತನ್ನ ಜನರು ಮತ್ತು ಸಂಸ್ಕೃತಿಯನ್ನು ರಕ್ಷಿಸಲು ಅವರು ತೋರಿದ ಧೈರ್ಯವನ್ನು ಎಂದಿಗೂ ಯಾರೊಬ್ಬರೂ ಮರೆಯಲು ಸಾಧ್ಯವಿಲ್ಲ. ಅವರು ನಮ್ಮ ನಾರಿ ಶಕ್ತಿಯ ಪ್ರತೀಕವಾಗಿ ನಮಗೆ ಸ್ಫೂರ್ತಿ ನೀಡುತ್ತಾರೆ.”
PM greets President on his Birthday

The Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi has extended his greetings to the President Shri Ram Nath Kovind. “Birthday wishes to Rashtrapati ji. May Almighty bless him with a long and healthy life devoted to the service of our nation . Since his tenure began Rashtrapati ji has endeared himself to the people of India through his simple & compassionate nature. I have always found Rashtrapati ji to be sensitive towards the aspirations of 125 crore Indians, especially the poor and marginalised”, the Prime Minister said.
PM in Kuala Lumpur, Engagements and Highlights (November 21, 2015)

• Addresses ASEAN-India Summit. •Meets Japanese PM, Chinese Premier. The Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi, today addressed the ASEAN-India Summit in Kuala Lumpur. “We meet at a time of multiple global challenges: economic uncertainties, political turmoil and security threats. In this difficult moment, India and ASEAN are two bright spots of optimism,” the Prime Minister said in his opening statement at the summit. “The scale of transformation in India is vast; so, the size of economic opportunities in India are huge. And, we now have environment that is open and welcoming. This is reflected in the sharp jump in India’s ranking in the World Bank’s Ease of Doing Business. And, we will continue with our reforms with speed and boldness. ASEAN’s economy continues to forge ahead with dynamism and energy. I have no doubt that we will reinforce prosperity for our 1.9 billion people,” the Prime Minister said. “Connectivity is the pathway to shared prosperity. The Trilateral Highway project is making good progress and should be completed by 2018,” the Prime Minister said. “We will enlarge the ASEAN-India Science and Technology Development Fund from the current one million U.S. dollars to 5 million U.S. dollars. We also intend to set up an ASEAN-India Innovation Platform to facilitate commercialization of low cost technologies, technology transfer and collaborative R&D projects,” the Prime Minister said. The Prime Minister met the Premier of the People’s Republic of China, Mr. Li Keqiang, on the sidelines of the ASEAN Summit. Both sides reviewed the global scenario with regard to the economic slowdown, climate change and international terrorism. The Chinese Premier observed that India had maintained its growth momentum despite the slowdown. Both sides reviewed the preparations for the CoP-21 conference in Paris. Shri Narendra Modi briefed the Chinese Premier on the solar alliance initiative, and invited China to join it. Both sides agreed that terrorism is the biggest challenge, and the international community must come together to counter it. Bilaterally, both sides discussed trade and investment, with the Prime Minister once again reiterating the concern over India’s large trade deficit with China. Cooperation in the area of skill development was discussed. The Prime Minister of Japan, Mr. Shinzo Abe, hosted Prime Minister Narendra Modi over lunch. Mr. Shinzo Abe reiterated that the India-Japan bilateral relationship has the greatest potential of any bilateral relationship across the world. The Prime Minister acknowledged the Japanese Prime Minister’s vision for the bilateral relationship, and said he looks forward to the visit of Mr. Shinzo Abe to India. The Prime Minister said that Japan was partnering India in a number of initiatives such as the Delhi Mumbai Industrial Corridor (DMIC), which had transformative potential. Regional connectivity, maritime security, the upcoming CoP-21 conference, reform of the UN Security Council, and the issue of terrorism were some of the other subjects that came up for discussion.
PM cancels West Bengal tour due to high-level meetings to review COVID-19 situation

The Prime Minister will chair high-level meetings to review the prevailing COVID-19 situation tomorrow. Shri Modi Tweeted “Tomorrow, will be chairing high-level meetings to review the prevailing COVID-19 situation. Due to that, I would not be going to West Bengal.”
Cabinet approves transfer of land of HMT Watches Limited

The Union Cabinet chaired by the Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi has given its approval for the following proposals of Department of Heavy Industry: i. Transfer of HMT Watches Ltd, land at Banglaore and Tumkur measuring 208.35 acres, to Indian Space Research Organization (ISRO) on payment of Rs. 1194.21 crore and applicable taxes and duties. ii. Transfer of Bangalore (Global Warehouse) land of HMT Ltd. measuring one acre to Gas Authority of India Limited (GAIL) on payment of Rs.34.30 crore and applicable taxes and duties. The proceeds from sale of land will be deposited by the Company in Government Accounts against the loans and advances, after meeting the immediate liabilities and accounting for tax liabilities arising out of the transaction. Background: HMT Watches Ltd. which was pioneer in manufacturing watches for the common Indian citizen and was once known as Time keepers of India, had to close its operations due to mounting losses with no scope for revival in the current competitive economic scenario. It was decided to be closed down in January, 2016 with offer of attractive VRS/VSS to all their employees. The employees at Banglore and Tumkur availed this Golden Handshake scheme approved by Govt of India and went home happily. The sale / transfer of land of HMT Watches Ltd., a Central Public Sector Enterprise at Bangalore and Tumkur to other Central Govt. entities viz. ISRO and GAIL will free the productive resources and ensure better utilisation of the scarce land resources in larger public interest.
Cabinet approves Agreement between India and Saudi Arabia on Labour Co-operation for General Category Workers’ Recruitment

The Union Cabinet chaired by the Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi has given its ex-post facto approval for the Agreement on Labour Co-operation between India and Saudi Arabia. The Agreement was signed in Riyadh on 2-3 April, 2016 during the visit of the Prime Minister to Saudi Arabia. The Agreement would benefit the Indian emigrant workers, especially in the unskilled, semi-skilled and skilled categories of workers who are working in Saudi Arabia without consideration of caste, creed, religion or gender.
PM gives good wishes to people of Myanmar on their Independence Day

Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi has given good wishes to people of Myanmar on their Independence Day. “On their Independence Day, my good wishes to people of Myanmar. We are confident of even stronger India-Myanmar ties in the years to come”, the Prime Minister said.
PM praises Km. Diya, student of KV ONGC, Dehradun for sharing her self-composed poem on Examinations

The Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi has praised Km. Diya, student of KV ONGC, Dehradun for sharing her self-composed poem on Examinations. In response to a tweet by the Kendriya Vidyalaya Sangathan, the Prime Minister said; “Very creative! Stress free exams are the best exams. We shall discuss this and more during #ParikshaPeCharcha2023 on the 27th of this month.”