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Cabinet approves MoU between India and the Netherlands for bilateral Cooperation in the field of water resources management

The Union Cabinet chaired by the Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi has approved the Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) between Ministry of Water Resources, River Development and Ganga Rejuvenation and the Ministry of Infrastructure and the Environment of the Kingdom of the Netherlands for bilateral cooperation in the field of water resources management. The MoU envisages that both the Governments shall work to enhance cooperation at the National, regional and international levels in the field of Water Resources Management and Development by collaborating and sharing experience and expertise in the areas mutually agreed upon, including techniques in the efficient use of water resources, river basin management, decision support systems, delta management, water quality issues and waste water recycling and re-use through innovative concession arrangements. The form of cooperation under the MoU will include promoting the exchange of knowledge and expertise through study visits, seminars, conferences and meetings of experts of the Signatories, stimulating joint research and development of capacity-building programs/training, exchange of training groups and other activities for the purpose of academic and applied research and training, promoting mutual participation in and/or initiation of relevant collaboration projects and programs, promoting public private partnerships. A Joint Working Group shall be formed to monitor the activities to be carried out in fulfillment of the MoU. The Bilateral cooperation will benefit the country in enhancing institutional and technical capacity of center and State Government agencies dealing with water resources especially in the field of river basin management, pollution abatement of rivers including Ganga, flood management, water quality and efficient use of water amongst others. Background The Ministry of Water Resources, River Development and Ganga Rejuvenation has been envisaging bilateral cooperation with other countries in water resources development and management through sharing of policy and technical expertise, conducting of training courses, workshops, scientific and technical symposia, exchange of experts, study tours etc. Keeping in view the success of the Netherlands side in river basin management planning/integrated water resources management, pollution abatement, decision support systems, delta management, water quality, waste water recycling and re-use etc. it has been decided to have an agreement with the Netherlands to benefit from their experience and expertise.
PM to visit China, Mongolia and South Korea

Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi will visit China, Mongolia and South Korea from 14 May, 2015. “期待5月14至16日访问中国，加强我们两个文明古国和最大的发展中国家之间的友谊 Looking forward to visiting China from 14-16 May to boost friendship between our 2 ancient civilizations & 2 largest developing Nations. 在中国我将访问西安、北京和上海。期待与习近平主席和李克强总理进行富有成效的讨论 In China I will visit Xi’an, Beijing and Shanghai. I eagerly await productive discussions with President Xi Jinping & Premier Li Keqiang. 习主席邀请我访问他故乡西安，我感到荣幸；西安与对去印度取经的玄奘有密切联系 Honoured that Mr. Xi Jinping invited me to Xi’an in his home province & a land associated with Xuan Zang, who visited India. 我相信这次访问对在广泛领域加强印中经济合作奠定基础。 I am confident my visit will lay the foundation for further enhancing economic co-operation with China in a wide range of sectors. 期待在上海会见企业领袖，跟他们分享印度能提供的机会。 I also look forward to meeting the captains of industry in Shanghai & sharing with them the wonderful opportunities India has to offer. 我坚信这次访问中国将加强亚洲稳定、发展和繁荣。Am certain that my visit to China will strengthen stability, progress and prosperity in Asia. Glad to visit Mongolia on 17 May to commemorate 60th year of diplomatic relations and the silver jubilee of Mongolia’s democracy. Дипломат харилцааны 60, Монголын ардчиллын мөнгөн ойг тэмдэглэхээр 5-р сарын 17-нд Монголд айлчлах гэж байгаадаа баяртай байна Democracy and Buddhism bind India with Mongolia – our spiritual friend. Looking forward to more trade and investment with your gifted country. Ардчилал, Буддизм нь бидний оюун санааны хөрш Монголтой Энэтхэгийг холбодог. Танай улстай их худалдаа, их хөрөнгө оруулалт хийхийн төлөө байна Honoured for the opportunity to address the Great Khuraal on 17 May – I reassure India’s continued support in all areas to Mongolia. 5-р сарын 17-нд Улсын Их Хурлын чуулганд үг хэлэхдээ нэн баяртай байна – Монголыг бүх салбарт үргэлжлүүлэн дэмжихээ би дахин илэрхийлж байна Hello to my friends in the Republic of Korea. I will be visiting this beautiful land of the morning calm once again, on 18th & 19th May. 한국 국민 여러분 안녕하세요! 아름다운 ‘고요한 아침의 나라’ 한국을 5월 18일과 19일에 다시 방문하게 되어 진심으로 기쁘게 생각합니다. South Korea is a very important pillar of our Act East Policy. We are committed to maximising engagement with the Asia Pacific Region. 인도는 “Act East” 정책하에 아시아태평양 지역국가들과의 협력을 더욱 발전시키고자 하며 이에 있어 한국은 매우 중요한 핵심 국가입니다. I look forward to meeting President Park Geun-hye . I warmly recall my meeting with her in Myanmar in November last year. 작년 11월에 미얀마에서 만나 뵈었던 박근혜 대통령님을 다시 뵙게 되어 기쁩니다. Trade & Investment relations are at the core of our bilateral engagement. Korea was 1st OECD country with which India signed a CEPA. 무역과 투자는 한-인도 관계의 핵심입니다. 2009년에 인도는 OECD국가 중 한국과 최초로 CEPA를 체결했습니다. We look forward to harnessing Korean capabilities & investments in infrastructure, manufacturing, ship building, energy, defence production. 인도는 인프라와 제조, 조선, 에너지, 방위제품 분야에서 한국과의 협력과 투자를 희망합니다 India-Korea ties will be given a new energy and priority. Korea will always be a special partner in our development journey. 한-인도 양국 관계는 새로운 에너지로 더욱 발전해 나갈 것이며, 지금부터 한국은 ‘인도의 발전과 성장 스토리’에 특별한 동반자가 될 것입니다,” the Prime Minister said.
Promulgation of the Dadra and Nagar Haveli, Value Added Tax (Amendment) Regulation, 2015 under article 240 of the Constitution

The Union Cabinet, chaired by the Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi, has approved the promulgation of the Dadra and Nagar Haveli Value Added Tax (Amendment) Regulation, 2005 by the President under article 240 of the Constitution. This will substitute the clause (b) of sub-section (1) of section 4 of the Dadra and Nagar Haveli Value Added Tax Regulation, 2005 with the amendment, namely “(b) in respect of goods specified in the Third Schedule, at the rate of five percent.” This will help the Union territory to generate additional gross revenue and net tax generation that is estimated to be Rs.120 crore and Rs. seven crore per annum respectively.
PM makes a congratulatory telephone call to Chancellor Merkel

Prime Minister Narendra Modi made a telephone call today to H. E. Dr. Angela Merkel to congratulate her on assuming office as the Chancellor of the Federal Republic of Germany for the fourth successive term. Prime Minister Modi lauded the strong leadership provided by Chancellor Merkel to Germany, and the pivotal role played by Germany in European affairs during her leadership tenure. Prime Minister Modi reiterated his commitment to continue working with Chancellor Merkel for deepening and strengthening the Indo-German bilateral relationship. Prime Minister Modi also said that he is looking forward to his forthcoming meeting with President Frank-Walter Steinmeier, who will be on a State Visit to India on 22-26 March 2018.
PM bows to Maa Chandraghanta

The Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi has prayed to Goddess Chandraghanta, the third form of Durga Maa in Navratri. Shri Modi also shared recital of prayers (stuti) of the Goddess. The Prime Minister tweeted; “à¤¨à¤µà¤°à¤¾à¤¤à¥�à¤°à¤¿ à¤®à¥‡à¤‚ à¤†à¤œ à¤¦à¥�à¤°à¥�à¤—à¤¾ à¤®à¤¾à¤‚ à¤•à¥‡ à¤¤à¥€à¤¸à¤°à¥‡ à¤¸à¥�à¤µà¤°à¥‚à¤ª à¤¦à¥‡à¤µà¥€ à¤šà¤‚à¤¦à¥�à¤°à¤˜à¤‚à¤Ÿà¤¾ à¤•à¥€ à¤ªà¥‚à¤œà¤¾-à¤†à¤°à¤¾à¤§à¤¨à¤¾ à¤•à¤¾ à¤¦à¤¿à¤¨ à¤¹à¥ˆà¥¤ à¤‰à¤¨à¤•à¥€ à¤…à¤¸à¥€à¤® à¤•à¥ƒà¤ªà¤¾ à¤¸à¥‡ à¤¹à¤° à¤•à¤¿à¤¸à¥€ à¤•à¤¾ à¤œà¥€à¤µà¤¨ à¤µà¥€à¤°à¤¤à¤¾ à¤”à¤° à¤µà¤¿à¤¨à¤®à¥�à¤°à¤¤à¤¾ à¤¸à¥‡ à¤¸à¥�à¤¶à¥‹à¤­à¤¿à¤¤ à¤¹à¥‹, à¤¯à¤¹à¥€ à¤ªà¥�à¤°à¤¾à¤°à¥�à¤¥à¤¨à¤¾ à¤¹à¥ˆâ€¦”
PM condoles demise of Veteran telugu actor, Shri UV Krishnam Raju Garu

The Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi has expressed deep grief over the demise of Veteran telugu cinematic personality, Shri UV Krishnam Raju Garu. The Prime Minister tweeted; “Saddened by the passing away of Shri UV Krishnam Raju Garu. The coming generations will remember his cinematic brilliance and creativity. He was also at the forefront of community service and made a mark as a political leader. Condolences to his family and admirers. Om Shanti.”
PM attends NITI Aayog’s interaction with economists on “Economic Policy – The Road Ahead”

The Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi, today attended an interactive session with economists and other experts, organized by NITI Aayog, on the theme “Economic Policy – The Road Ahead.” During the session, participants shared their views on various economic themes such as agriculture, skill development and job creation, taxation and tariff related matters, education, digital technology, housing, tourism, banking, governance reform, data driven policy, and future steps for growth. In his intervention, the Prime Minister thanked various participants for their suggestions and observations. In particular, he called for innovative approaches in areas such as skill development and tourism. Speaking about the budget cycle, he said this has an effect on the real economy. He said that in our existing budget calendar, the authorization of expenditure comes with the onset of the monsoon. This he said, results in government programmes being relatively inactive in the productive pre-monsoon months. He said that keeping this in view, the date of budget presentation is being advanced, so that expenditure is authorized by the time the new financial year begins. The meeting was attended by the Finance Minister Shri Arun Jaitley, the Minister of State for Planning Shri Rao Inderjit Singh, the Vice Chairman NITI Aayog Shri Arvind Panagariya, and senior officers from the Union Government and NITI Aayog. It was also attended by economists and experts including Prof. Pravin Krishna, Prof Sukhpal Singh, Prof Vijay Paul Sharma, Mr. Neelkanth Mishra, Mr. Surjit Bhalla, Dr. Pulak Ghosh, Dr. Govinda Rao, Mr. Madhav Chavan, Dr. N.K. Singh, Mr. Vivek Dehejia, Mr. Pramath Sinha, Mr. Sumit Bose, and Mr. T.N. Ninan.
Cabinet approves special assistance measure for Andhra Pradesh

The Union Cabinet chaired by the Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi has given its approval for the Special assistance measure for the Successor State of Andhra Pradesh by way of special dispensation in funding of Externally Aided Projects (EAPs) and funding of irrigation component of Polavaram project. The modalities for implementation of the announcements for providing central assistance to the State of Andhra Pradesh are as follows: i. The Central Government will provide special assistance measure to Government of Andhra Pradesh, which would make up for the additional Central share the State might have received during 2015-16 to 2019-20, if the funding of Centrally Sponsored Schemes (CSS) would have been shared at the ratio of 90:10 between the Centre and the State. The special assistance will be provided by way of repayment of loan and interest for the Externally Aided Projects (EAPs) signed and disbursed during 2015-2016 to 2019-20 by the State. ii. Funding of 100% of the remaining cost of the irrigation component only of the Polavaram project for the period starting from 1.4.2014, to the extent of the cost of the irrigation component on that date. Andhra Pradesh Government will execute the project on behalf of Government of India. However, the overall coordination, quality control, design issues, monitoring, clearances related issues etc. are to be dealt by the Polavaram Project Authority of Ministry of Water Resources, River Development & Ganga Rejuvenation. The Polavaram Project Authority will also assess out the cost of the irrigation component as on 01.04.2014 in consultation with the Department of Expenditure, Ministry of Finance. This support for capital expenditure by way of repayment of EAP loans would help and assist the newly formed state of Andhra Pradesh to put the State’s finances on a firmer footing and promote economic growth. Further, the central funding of the irrigation component of the Polavaram Irrigation Project and its execution by the State Government shall expedite completion of the project and the increase irrigation prospects in the State benefitting the people at large. Background: The Government of India, while fulfilling its commitments under Andhra Pradesh Reorganisation Act 2014, has already provided “Special Assistance” of Rs.1,976.50 crore to the state during 2016-17. The amount includes Rs.1176.50 for Resource Gap, Rs.350 crore for the development of 7 backward districts covering Rayalaseema & North Coastal region and Rs.450 crore as assistance to the capital city. Apart from this the Ministry of Water Resources, River Development & Ganga Rejuvenation has also provided Rs.2081.54 crore for the Polavaram Irrigation Project during the current financial year. Thus the Central Government, after the enactment of the Reorganisation Act, has provided central assistance of Rs.10,461.04 crore to the state of Andhra Pradesh which includes Rs.4403 crore released during 2014-15, Rs.2000 crore released during 2015-16 and Rs. 4058.04 in released in 2016-17.
PM greets people on Kharchi Pooja

The Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi, has greeted everyone, especially the people of Tripura on the start of the auspicious Kharchi Pooja. “Greetings to everyone, especially the people of Tripura on the start of the auspicious Kharchi Pooja. May Chaturdash Devata bless everyone with happiness, good health and prosperity”, the Prime Minister said.
Cabinet approves India-Morocco Cooperation Agreement in  Railway Sector

The Union Cabinet chaired by the Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi has given its ex-post facto approval to the Cooperation Agreement between India and the Moroccan National Railways Office (ONCF) to develop long-term cooperation and partnership in different areas of railway sector. The Cooperation Agreement was signedon 14th December, 2017. The Cooperation Agreement will enable technical cooperation in the following areas:- a. Training and staff development; b. Expert missions, exchange of experience and personnel; and c. Mutual technical assistance, including exchanging of experts. 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 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. The MoUs provide a platform for Indian Railways to interact and share the latest developments and knowledge in the railway sector. The MoUs facilitate exchange of technical experts, reports and technical documents, training and seminars/workshops focusing on specific technology areas and other interactions for knowledge sharing.
PM condoles the demise of veteran journalist, Madhuriben

The Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi has expressed deep grief over the demise of veteran journalist, Madhuriben. The Prime Minister tweeted; ““ચિત્રલેખા” પરિવારના મધુરીબેનના અવસાનથી દુઃખી છું. એમનું અવસાન વાચક જગત માટે મોટી ખોટ છે. સદ્ગતના આત્માની શાંતિ માટે પ્રાર્થના તથા શોકગ્રસ્ત પરિવાર અને એમના વિશાળ વાચકવર્ગને સાંત્વના…ઓમ શાંતિ !!”
Narendra Modi unanimously elected BJP Parliamentary Party leader

Shri Narendra Modi was unanimously elected leader of the BJP Parliamentary Party. Shri Modi’s name was proposed by Shri LK Advani. Shri Modi paid his tributes to Shri Atal Bihari Vajpayee, who did not attend the meeting due to his health, and said that the party had Atal ji’s blessings. Shri Modi thanked Party workers and senior leaders and affirmed that the NDA government will be a government dedicated to the poor, youth and women. And in a unique bipartisan gesture Shri Modi congratulated all previous Governments and their leaders saying “Neither I nor BJP feels past governments did nothing. Every government served the nation in some way or the other. I congratulate all previous governments and their leaders. We will take their good work ahead and aspire to do even better.” The Parliamentary Party meet was followed by the NDA Parliamentary meet which was attended by allies including Shri Parkash Singh Badal, Shri Uddhav Thackeray, Shri Chandrababu Naidu, Shri Ram Vilas Paswan, Shri Upendra Khushwaha, Shri Vijaykanth, Shri Ramadoss, Shri Kuldeep Bishnoi, Shri Rangaswami, Shri Pawan Kalyan, Ms. Anupriya Patel, Shri PA Sangma & Shri Rio.
PM’s Congratulatory phone call with PM Jugnauth of Mauritius

Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi had a telephonic conversation with Prime Minister Pravind Kumar Jugnauth of Mauritius and warmly congratulated him on his victory in the recently concluded elections. Prime Minister Modi stated that the people of Mauritius had reposed their faith in the leadership of Prime Minister Jugnauth. This attested to their support of the development oriented policies of his Mauritian Government. He reiterated India’s commitment to continue the close and extensive cooperation between the two countries for mutual benefit. Prime Minister Jugnauth thanked Prime Minister Modi and expressed desire to take forward this special relationship with India and further strengthen bilateral cooperation. He also thanked the Government of India for the presence of Governor of Uttar Pradesh as the Chief Guest at the recent Aapravasi Divas celebrations. Prime Minister Jugnauth accepted the invitation extended by Prime Minister Modi to visit India at his early convenience.
Spectrum Auction for 2100 MHz Band in February 2015

The Union Cabinet, chaired by Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi, has approved the proposal of the Department of Telecommunication (DoT) to proceed with auction in 2100 MHz band alongwith 800, 900 and 1800 MHz bands. The Reserve price approved for 2100 MHz Band is Rs 3705 crore pan-India per MHz. A 5 MHz Block will be offered in all service areas except Jammu & Kashmir, Bihar, Himachal Pradesh, West Bengal and Punjab. Thus a total of 85 MHz in 17 Licensed Service Areas (LSAs) is being put to auction. Salient condition of payment terms and eligibility criteria are given in the Annexure. The estimated revenues from the auction of 2100 MHz Band are Rs.17555 crore of which Rs.5793 crore is expected to be realized in the current financial year. Annexure Eligibility Criterion (i) Any licensee that holds a Unified Access Service (UAS)/ Cellular Mobile Telephone Service (CMTS) / Unified License (Access Service) UL(AS) / UL licence with authorization for Access Services for that Service Area; or (ii) any licensee that fulfils the eligibility for obtaining a UL with authorization for AS; or (iii) any entity that gives an undertaking to obtain a UL for access service authorisation through a New Entrant Nominee as per the DoT guidelines/licence conditions. can bid for the Spectrum (subject to other provisions of the Notice). Payment Terms Successful Bidders shall make the payment in any of the following two options: (a) Full upfront payment within 10 days of declaration of final price or pre-payment of one or more annual instalments; or (b) deferred payment, subject to the following conditions: (i) An upfront payment; of 33 percent in the case of 2100 MHz band. (ii) There shall be a moratorium of two years for payment of balance amount of one time charges for the spectrum, which shall be recovered in 10 equal annual instalments. (iii) The first instalment of the balance due shall become due on the third anniversary of the scheduled date of the first payment. Subsequent instalment shall become due on the same date of each following year. Prepayment of one or more instalments will be allowed on each annual anniversary date of the first upfront payment, based upon the principle that the Net Present Value of the payment is protected.
PM pays homage to martyrs of 2001 Parliament attack

The Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi has paid homage to the martyrs of 2001 Parliament attack. “We salute the valour of those who were martyred during the dastardly attack on our Parliament on this day in 2001. Their courage and heroism inspires every Indian”, the Prime Minister said.
PM’s interaction with Medal Winners of 18th Asian Games

The Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi, today interacted with the medal winners of the recently concluded 18th Asian Games, at his residence, today. The Prime Minister congratulated the medal winners and complimented them for their exemplary performance in the best ever medal tally for India in Asian Games. He told the medal winners that their sporting feats have raised India’s stature and pride. He expressed hope that the medal winners will remain grounded and would not lose focus due to fame and accolades. During the interaction, Prime minister urged the sports persons to use technology as an aid to improve their performance. He added that sports persons should continue their self-improvement by using technology aided critical analysisof their performance as well as those of top players in the world. Prime Minister expressed happiness is seeing young talents rise from the small towns, rural areas and from poor background and win medals for the nation. He said that there is real potential in the rural areas and we should continue nurturing those talents.He added that the outside world is unaware of the day-to-day struggles, a sports person has to go through. Prime Minister got emotional while mentioning the names of some sports persons who had to go through immense hardships to be a medal winner for the nation. He saluted their grit and dedication to their disciplines and hoped that the rest of the country would get inspired from their efforts. PM Modi urged the sports persons not to restbased on the laurels achieved and asked them to strive harder for greater glory. He said that the biggest challenge for the medal winners will start now and they should never lose their goal of being in the Olympic Games podium. Minister of State (Independent Charge) for Youth Affairs and Sports, Col. RajyavardhanRathore, was present on the occasion. In his opening remarks, RajyavardhanRathore said that Prime Minister’s vision and government’s initiativesplayed a vital role in the improved medal tally and in inspiring young sports persons. India had garnered a record medal haul at the 18thAsian Games held at Jakarta and Palembang, Indonesia, by bagging 69 medals, beating the previous best of 65 medals won at Guangzhou Asian Games in 2010.
Cabinet approves transfer of 7.5 acres of Defence land to Kendriya Vidyalaya Sangathan for the construction of Kendriya Vidvalaya in Survey No. 408, Jalandhar Cantt

The Union Cabinet chaired by the Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi today has approved the transfer of 7.5 acres of A-1 Defence land on lease in perpetuity basis at a nominal rent of Re 1/- per annum to Kendriya Vidyalaya Sangathan for the construction of Kendriya Vidyalaya No. 4 in Survey No. 408, Jalandhar Cantt. Background: At present, Kendriya Vidyalaya No. 4 at Jalandhar Cantt. has been functioning since 1987 in a temporary re-appropriated MES building opposite Kalwant Hall in Survey No. 408, Jalandhar Cantt. It is spread over 26 acres of A-1 Defence land. Presently, a total of 1346 children are studying in Kendriya Vidyalaya No. 4, Jalandhar Cantt. Construction of own permanent school building by KVS will enable the school authorities to build optimal infrastructure to meet the educational requirements of the serving personnel. The remaining 18.5 acres of land will be handed over to the Army on completion of construction of the school building.