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PM condoles loss of lives due to a road accident in Biswanath district of Assam

The Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi has expressed deep grief over the loss of lives due to a road accident in Biswanath district of Assam. He also prayed for quick recovery of the injured. The Prime Minister Office tweeted; “I am saddened by the loss of lives due to a road accident in Biswanath district of Assam. Condolences to the families of those who lost their lives. I pray that the injured recover at the earliest: PM @narendramodi”
PM pays tribute to legendary hockey player Dhyan Chand; congratulates award-winning sportspersons

The Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi, has paid tribute to the legendary hockey player, Major Dhyan Chand, on National Sports Day. “Our tributes to the legendary Major Dhyan Chand on National Sports Day. His determination & dedication towards sports continues to inspire. We salute all our sportsmen & women who have been enhancing the pride of the Tricolour by their exemplary performance on the field. Congrats to the sportspersons who would be honoured with the various National Sports Awards today. India is proud of them,” the Prime Minister said.
PM congratulates Nobel Peace Prize winners Kailash Satyarthi and Malala Yousafzai

On the occasion of the Nobel Peace Prize ceremony in Oslo, Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi, congratulated the award winners, Kailash Satyarthi and Malala Yousafzai. “The entire nation watches the ceremony in Oslo with great joy and immense pride. Congratulations Kailash Satyarthi! I also congratulate the young Malala Yousafzai for the momentous achievement,” the Prime Minister said.
Cabinet approves MoU between India and Tanzania in the field of Traditional Systems of Medicine and Homeopathy

The Union Cabinet chaired by the Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi has approved signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) between India and Tanzania in the field of Traditional Systems of Medicine and Homeopathy. The MoU will provide structured frame work for the cooperation between the two countries for the promotion and propagation of Indian Traditional Systems of Medicine & Homeopathy in Tanzania. There is no additional financial implications involved. The financial resources necessary to conduct research, training courses, conferences / meetings will be met from the existing allocated budget and existing plan schemes of Ministry of AYUSH. Background: India is blessed with well-developed systems of traditional medicine including medicinal plants, which hold tremendous potential in the global health scenario. Traditional Medicine is an important element of life of Tanzanian people and Traditional medicines are used as first aid or stop-gap measure before the patient is referred to modern health facilities. Tanzania is an important East African country with historical ties with India and with substantial population of around 70 thousand Indian diaspora. Tanzania and India have traditionally enjoyed close, friendly and co-operative relations. In recent years, the relationship of the two countries has been marked by close contacts at the highest political level including cooperation in the field of Health and medicine. The Ministry of AYUSH as a part of its mandate to propagate Indian systems of Medicine globally had signed MoUs with several other countries which include China, Malaysia, Hungary, Bangladesh, Nepal, etc.
Cabinet apprised of MoU between India and United Arab Emirates on Technical Cooperation in Rail Sector

The Union Cabinet chaired by Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi has been apprised of theMemorandum of Understanding (MoU) signed with the Federal Transport Authority – Land & Maritime of the United Arab Emirates on Technical Cooperation in Rail Sector. The MoU was signed on 10th February, 2018. The MoUwill enable technical cooperation in the following areas:- a. Regulation, safety and technical investigation of accidents; b. Station redevelopment; c. Locomotives, coaches and wagons; and d. Any other area jointly identified by the Participants. Benefits: The MoU will provide a platform to Indian Railways to interact and share the latest developments and knowledge in the railway sector. The MoU will facilitate exchange of information, expert meetings,seminars technical visits and implementation of jointly agreed cooperation projects. Background: Ministry of Railways have signed MoUs for technical cooperation in the Rail sector with various foreign Governments and National Railways. The identified areas of cooperation inter alia include high speed corridors, speed raising of existing routes, development of world class stations, heavy haul operations and modernization of rail infrastructure, etc. The cooperation is achieved through exchange of information on developments in areas of railways technology & operations, knowledge sharing, technical visits, training & seminars and workshops in areas of mutual interest.
PM greets people of Tripura on their Statehood Day

The Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi has greeted the people of Tripura on their Statehood Day. “Statehood Day greetings to the people of Tripura. In less than a year, the state has made remarkable progress. It is realising it’s true potential and people’s aspirations are being fulfilled at a record pace. May this spirit grow further in the coming years”, the Prime Minister said.
PM pays homage to Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar on Mahaparinirvan Diwas

The Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi has paid homage to Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar on Mahaparinirvan Diwas and recalled his exemplary service to our nation. In a tweet, the Prime Minister said; “On Mahaparinirvan Diwas, I pay homage to Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar and recall his exemplary service to our nation. His struggles gave hope to millions and his efforts to give India such an extensive Constitution can never be forgotten.”
PM to address the 75th Amrut Mahotav of Shree Swaminarayan Gurukul Rajkot Sansthan on 24th December

Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi will address the 75th Amrut Mahotav of Shree Swaminarayan Gurukul Rajkot Sansthan on 24th December, 2022 at 11 AM via video conferencing. Shree Swaminarayan Gurukul Rajkot Sansthan was established at Rajkot in 1948 by Gurudev Shastriji Maharaj Shri Dharmajivandasji Swami. The Sansthan has expanded and currently has more than 40 branches all over the world, providing facilities for school, undergraduate and postgraduate education to more than 25,000 students.
Release of additional instalment of DA to Central Govt employees and DR to Pensioners due from 1.1.2016

The Union Cabinet, chaired by the Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi, has approved release of an additional instalment of Dearness Allowance (DA) to Central Government employees and Dearness Relief (DR) to Pensioners w.e.f. 01.01.2016. This represents an increase of 6 percent over the existing rate of 119 percent of the Basic Pay/Pension, to compensate for price rise. This will benefit about 50 lakh Government employees and 58 lakh pensioners. The increase is in accordance with the accepted formula, which is based on the recommendations of the 6th Central Pay Commission (CPC). The combined impact on the exchequer on account of both Dearness Allowance and Dearness Relief would be of Rs. 6796.50 crore per annum and Rs.7929.24 crore respectively, in the financial year 2016-17 (for a period of 14 months from January, 2016 to February, 2017).
PM’s informal interaction with Secretaries

The Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi, today had an informal interaction with all Secretaries to the Government of India. The interaction, which was followed by high tea, was held on the Panchvati lawns at 7, Race Course Road. In the course of the interaction, the Prime Minister described the assembled officers, as one team, and appreciated the good work done by the team over the last ten months. In particular, the Prime Minister mentioned the success of coal block auctions, and the Pradhan Mantri Jan Dhan Yojana. The Prime Minister once again urged all Secretaries to consult each other regularly, to eliminate silos, if any, and speed up the process of decision-making. He said a “communication gap” in this team was absolutely untenable. The Prime Minister reiterated his view that officers in the Government should have the freedom and protection for objective, honest decision-making, and said efforts were being made to ensure this. Finance Minister Shri Arun Jaitley, Vice-Chairman of NITI Aayog Shri Arvind Panagariya, Member of NITI Aayog Shri Bibek Debroy, Cabinet Secretary Shri Ajit Seth, Principal Secretary to Prime Minister Shri Nripendra Misra, and Additional Principal Secretary to Prime Minister Shri P. K. Mishra, were present.
PM greets the people of the Republic of Maldives on the 50th Anniversary of their Independence

Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi, has greeted the people of the Republic of Maldives on the 50th Anniversary of their Independence. “Greetings to the wonderful people of the Republic of Maldives as they celebrate 50th Anniversary of their Independence. Maldives is a valued partner in the Indian Ocean neighbourhood & our ties are built on a very strong foundation,” the Prime Minister said.
PM congratulates ISRO on the successful launch of GSAT-18

The Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi has congratulated ISRO on the successful launch of India’s communication satellite, GSAT-18. “Congratulations to ISRO for successfully launching the communication satellite, GSAT-18. This is another milestone for our space programme”, the Prime Minister said.
Approval for revival of the Sindri unit of the Fertilizer Corporation India

The Union Cabinet chaired by the Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi, today gave its approval for the revival of closed urea unit of Fertilizer Corporation India Limited (FCIL) at Sindri (Jharkhand) with an investment of Rs. 6000 crore. This unit was lying defunct and was not in operation since 2002. Therefore, the unit and other associated facilities were lying unutilized. It is important to mention here that there is no functional urea unit in the Eastern part of the country except two small units at Namrup (Assam). The annual consumption of urea in the country is approx. 310 LMT, out of which 230 LMT is produced indigenously and rest is imported. To enhance the production of urea indigenously, Govt. has earlier approved the revival of Talcher (Odisha) & Ramagundam (Telangana) units of FCIL by PSUs through ‘nomination route’ and Barauni unit of Hindustan Fertilizer Corporation Limited (HFCL) & Gorakhpur unit of FCIL through ‘Bidding route’. Now Sindri unit is approved for revival through ‘Bidding route’. Earlier, its revival was to be done through PSUs (SAIL & NFL). The setting up of a new unit at Sindri will meet the growing demand of urea in the States of Bihar, West Bengal and Jharkhand. It will also ease the pressure on railway and road infrastructure due to long distance transportation of urea from Western and Central Regions and thereby saving in govt. subsidy on freight. It will also accelerate the economic development of the region. Apart from growth of regional economy, this unit will create opportunities for 500 direct and 3000 indirect employments. The CCEA earlier had approved gas pooling for urea sector which will enable the unit to get gas at pooled price on its revival which will make the urea units globally competitive.
PM congratulates Justice Dalveer Bhandari on being re-elected to the International Court of Justice

The Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi has congratulated Justice Dalveer Bhandari on being re-elected to the International Court of Justice. “I congratulate Justice Dalveer Bhandari on being re-elected to the International Court of Justice. His re-election is a proud moment for us. Congratulations to External Affairs Minister Sushma Swaraj and her entire team at Ministry of External Affairs and diplomatic missions for their untiring efforts that have led to India’s re-election to ICJ. Our deep gratitude to all the members of UNGA as well as UNSC for their support and trust in India”, the Prime Minister said.
Phone call between PM and H.E. SUGA Yoshihide, Prime Minister of Japan

Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi had a phone call today with His Excellency SUGA Yoshihide, Prime Minister of Japan. The two leaders expressed satisfaction at the positive momentum in India-Japan Special Strategic & Global Partnership in the last few years, guided by mutual trust and shared values. They appreciated that bilateral exchanges were maintained over the last year despite the COVID-19 pandemic. They also welcomed the recent signing of the Memorandum of Cooperation on Specified Skilled Workers (SSW) and looked forward to its early implementation. Prime Minister Modi noted the Mumbai Ahmedabad High Speed Rail (MAHSR) project as a shining example of India-Japan bilateral strategic partnership and expressed his commitment to its successful implementation. The two leaders further exchanged views on regional and global issues of mutual interest and concurred that the partnership between the two countries could play a pivotal role in addressing common challenges. In this regard, they emphasized that their engagement with like-minded countries such as Australia and the U.S. in the form of Quad consultations holds value and agreed that these useful discussions must continue. The two leaders noted that the 70th anniversary of establishment of diplomatic relations between the two countries would fall in 2022 and agreed that this event be celebrated in a befitting manner. The Prime Minister invited Prime Minister Suga to visit India at the earliest for the Annual Bilateral Summit.
Cabinet approves Stand Up India Scheme

A boost to promote entrepreneurship among SC/ST and Women The Union Cabinet, chaired by the Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi, today approved the “Stand Up India Scheme” to promote entrepreneurship among SC/ST and Women entrepreneurs. The Scheme is intended to facilitate at least two such projects per bank branch, on an average one for eachcategory of entrepreneur. It is expected to benefit atleast 2.5 lakh borrowers. The expected date of reaching the target of at least 2.5 lakh approvals is 36 months from the launch of the Scheme. The Stand Up India Scheme provides for: • Refinance window through Small Industries Development Bank of India (SIDBI) with an initial amount of Rs. 10,000 crore. • Creation of a credit guarantee mechanism through the National Credit Guarantee Trustee Company (NCGTC). • Handholding support for borrowers both at the pre loan stage and during operations. This would include increasing their familiarity with factoring services, registration with online platforms and e-market places as well as sessions on best practices and problem solving. The details of the scheme are as follows: • Focus is on handholding support for both SC/ST and Women borrowers. • The overall intent of the approval is to leverage the institutional credit structure to reach out to these under-served sectors of the population by facilitating bank loans repayable up to 7 years and between Rs. 10 lakh to Rs. 100 lakh for greenfield enterprises in the non farm sector set up by such SC, ST and Women borrowers. • The loan under the scheme would be appropriately secured and backed by a credit guarantee through a credit guarantee scheme for which Department of Financial Services would be the settler and National Credit Guarantee Trustee Company Ltd. (NCGTC) would be the operating agency. • Margin money of the composite loan would be up to 25%. Convergence with state schemes is expected to reduce the actual requirement of margin money for a number of borrowers. • Over a period of time, it is proposed that a credit history of the borrower be built up through Credit Bureaus. Background:- The “Start up India Stand up India” initiative was announced by the PrimeMinister in his address to the nation on 15th August, 2015. The Stand up Indiacomponent is anchored by Department of Financial Services (DFS) to encouragegreenfield enterprises by SC/ST and Women entrepreneurs.
PM condoles the demise of social worker and Padma awardee Shanti Devi ji

The Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi has expressed sorrow on the demise of noted social worker and Padma Awardee Smt Shanti Devi ji. The Prime Minister tweeted : “Shanti Devi Ji will be remembered as a voice of the poor and underprivileged. She worked selflessly to remove suffering and create a healthier as well as just society. Pained by her demise. My thoughts are with her family and countless admirers. Om Shanti.”
Former PM of Nepal Pushpa Kamal Dahal ‘Prachanda’ calls on PM

Shri Pushpa Kamal Dahal ‘Prachanda’, former Prime Minister of Nepal and Chairman, UCPN (M) called on Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi today. Shri Dahal thanked the Prime Minister for Indian assistance in the aftermath of two powerful earthquakes in Nepal earlier this year, including the pledge of US$ 1 billion announced at the donors’ conference in Kathmandu on 25 June 2015. The Prime Minister reiterated India’s commitment to fully support Nepal in letter and spirit in the reconstruction effort. He also praised the people and the leadership of Nepal for their efforts in rebuilding Nepal after the grave tragedy. Shri Dahal briefed Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi on the Constitution drafting process in Nepal. The Prime Minister appreciated the recent progress and expressed hope that outstanding issues would be resolved at the earliest, so that the Constitution that is adopted enjoys the support of all sections of the society and helps build an inclusive, stable and prosperous Nepal.
PM invites citizens to share their ideas for Mann ki Baat on 26th September 2021

The Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi has called citizens to share their ideas for 81st episode of Mann ki Baat which will take place on Sunday, 26th September 2021. Ideas for Mann ki Baat can be shared on NaMo App, MyGov or record your message on 1800-11-7800. In a tweet, the Prime Minister said; “Have been getting several interesting inputs for this month’s #MannKiBaat, which will take place on the 26th. Keep sharing your insights on the NaMo App, MyGov or record your message on 1800-11-7800. https://t.co/OR3BUI1rK3“
PM releases photo book titled “President Pranab Mukherjee – A Statesman  -;

The Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi, today released a photo book titled “President Pranab Mukherjee – A Statesman”, at an event in Rashtrapati Bhawan. He presented the first copy of the book to the President. Speaking on the occasion, the Prime Minister said that in his view, we can be more history conscious as a society, and preserve aspects of our history much better. He said that the Presidency is much more than protocol. Through the photographs in the book, we see the human side of our President and we feel proud, the Prime Minister said. Shri Narendra Modi said that two pictures of Mahatma Gandhi, one with a broom, and the other, seeing something through a microscope, show what a diverse personality he had. Newspapers show some aspects of a leader, but there are more aspects to a leader than only what is published in the papers, the Prime Minister said. He said that it is his privilege that he got to work with Shri Pranab Mukherjee. Recounting his experiences, the Prime Minister said that several times, he had got to work with leaders and workers of very different ideologies. He added that he will never forget that when he came to Delhi, he had someone like “Pranab Da” to guide him. He said President Pranab Mukherjee had guided him like a father figure, He said the President would even tell him to take adequate rest, and take care of his health.
PM expresses joy, on PM Ujjwala Yojana beneficiaries crossing 2 crore in number

The Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi has expressed joy, on PM Ujjwala Yojana beneficiaries crossing 2 crore in number in less than a year. “Matter of immense joy and pride that the number of beneficiaries of PM Ujjwala Yojana has crossed 2 crore in less than a year! Ujjwala Yojana is guided by a strong commitment to bring about a qualitative change in the lives of poor women. I congratulate all beneficiaries of Ujjwala Yojana and those who are working round the clock to ensure its success”, the Prime Minister said.
PM lays foundation stone of Integrated Command and Control Centres in Sikkim, Arunachal Pradesh and Tripura

The Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi, today laid the foundation stone of Integrated Command and Control Centres at five North Eastern Smart Cities, through video conference from New Delhi. The Prime Minister, digitally unveiled the plaque for the Command and Control Centres at Namchi and Gangtok in Sikkim, Itanagar and Pasighat in Arunachal Pradesh and Agartala in Tripura.
PM visits 1965 war memorials in Punjab; spends Diwali with officers and jawans of the Indian Armed Forces

The Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi, today visited three memorials in Punjab which commemorate some of the spectacular successes of the Indian Armed Forces in the 1965 war. The Prime Minister visited the Dograi War Memorial, and the Barki War Memorial. The battles of Dograi and Barki were decisive successes achieved by the Indian Army during the 1965 war. The Prime Minister visited Asal Uttar, the site of one of the biggest ever tank battles, where the Indian Armed Forces achieved a major victory. The battle of Asal Uttar is remembered for the heroics of Veer Abdul Hamid, who was posthumously awarded the Param Vir Chakra. The Prime Minister paid homage by laying a wreath on the memorial of Abdul Hamid. The Prime Minister greeted and interacted with officers and jawans of the Indian Army and Air Force, at Dograi War Memorial, Barki War Memorial, and Air Force Station – Halwara. The Prime Minister said that everyone wishes to spend Diwali with his or her family, and therefore, just as he had visited Siachen last year, he has chosen to spend Diwali with the officers and jawans of the Armed Forces this year as well. He said that as this year marked the 50th anniversary of the 1965 war, he has chosen to visit locations where the brave soldiers of the Indian Armed Forces had shed blood and made the supreme sacrifice during that war. The Prime Minister said that the long-pending issue of One-Rank, One Pension has been resolved, and it has been granted.
PM attends 6th Convocation of Babasaheb Bhimrao Ambedkar University

The Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi, today attended the sixth Convocation of Babasaheb Bhimrao Ambedkar University at Lucknow. Speaking on the occasion, the Prime Minister said that on one hand he is happy to see India’s rise in the 21st century, as a nation full of youthful energy, with youthful dreams and youthful resolve. He said the youth is India’s source of strength. On the other hand, the Prime Minister recalled the recent suicide committed by a student in Hyderabad, and said he felt and understood the pain of the family. He said that whatever may have been the reasons, a mother lost her son; indeed Mother India had lost a son. The Prime Minister said that his Government would follow the path shown by Babasaheb Ambedkar, and work towards creating an environment where problems could be overcome. The Prime Minister recalled Dr. Ambedkar’s economic vision, and said the Government is working towards the development of youth as job creators, instead of job seekers. The Prime Minister mentioned how Dr. Ambedkar had placed importance on education, and had achieved so much despite adversity. He said that Dr. Ambedkar had then resolved to return to India and devote his life for the welfare of the weaker sections of society. He urged the convocating youth to follow the example set by Dr. Ambedkar, and try to serve the poor and the downtrodden. The Prime Minister laid the Foundation Stone of the state-of-the-art Student Activity Centre at the University.