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PM’s address at the Valedictory Function of India-Australia circular Economy Hackathon (I-ACE)

Friends, In June last year, Prime Minister Morrison and I discussed the possibility of organizing a hackathon on the Circular Economy. I am glad that our idea has been realized so soon. I thank my dear friend, Prime Minister Scott Morrison for his support to this joint initiative. I also commend all the participants for their commitment despite the COVID-19 pandemic. For me you are all winners. Friends, As humanity faces the challenges posed by Climate Change, the theme of this Hackathon is relevant to the whole world. Consumption-oriented economic models have put a great strain on our planet. We must never forget, that we are not the owners of all that Mother Earth has to offer, but merely its trustees for all the future generations to come. It is not enough to make our production processes more efficient and less polluting. No matter how fast or slow one drives, if the direction is wrong, then one is bound to reach the wrong destination. And so, we must set the right direction. We must look at our consumption patterns, and how we can reduce their ecological impact. This is where the concept of a Circular Economy comes in. It can be a key step in solving many of our challenges. Recycling and reusing things, eliminating waste, and improving resource efficiency must become part of our lifestyles. This hackathon has seen innovative solutions from Indian and Australian students, startups and entrepreneurs. These innovations show your commitment to the philosophy of circular economy. I have no doubt that your innovations will inspire our two countries to take the lead in circular economy solutions. And, for that, we must now also explore ways to scale-up and incubate these ideas. Friends, The power of youth comes from openness to new ideas and innovations, and the ability to take risks. The energy and enthusiasm of today’s youthful participants is a symbol of the forward-looking partnership between India and Australia. I have full confidence in the energy, creativity and out-of-box thinking of our youth. They can offer sustainable, holistic solutions to not just our two countries but to the whole world. The strong India-Australia partnership will play an important role in shaping the post-COVID world. And our youth, our young innovators, our startups, will be at the forefront of this partnership. Thank you! Thank you very much!
Departure Statement of Prime Minister for G 20 Osaka Summit

I am visiting Osaka, Japan to attend G 20 Summit. I look forward to discussing the major challenges and opportunities faced by our world today with other global leaders. Women Empowerment, issues related to digitalization and artificial intelligence, and progress in achieving SDGs and in our common efforts to address major global challenges such as terrorism and climate change form the rich agenda of the Summit. The Summit will provide an important opportunity to reiterate and reinforce our strong support to reformed multilateralism, which is crucial for preserving rule-based international order in today’s fast changing world. The Summit will also be a platform for sharing India’s strong developmental experience of the last five years, which provided the basis for a resounding mandate by the people of India to the Government to continue on the path to progress and stability. The Osaka Summit will also be an important stepping stone for India towards hosting the G-20 Summit in 2022, when we usher in a New India in the 75th Anniversary year of our Independence. On the sidelines, I also look forward to engaging with leaders of our major partner countries on important issues of bilateral and global importance. I also look forward to host the next Russia, India and China (RIC) Informal Summit on the sidelines, and also to participate in the next informal meetings of BRICS (Brazil, Russia, India, China and South Africa) and JAI (Japan, America and India) leaders.
PM’s message on Himachal Day

“People of Himachal Pradesh have converted challenges into opportunities” “The ‘double engine government’ has taken the initiative of expanding rural roads, highway widening, railway network and results are now visible” “Honest leadership, peace loving environment, blessings of gods & goddesses and people of Himachal who work hard, all these are incomparable. Himachal has everything needed for rapid development” The Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi in his message, has greeted the people of Himachal Pradesh on the 75th establishment day and noted the happy coincidence that the 75th establishment day comes in the 75th Year of the Independence. He reiterated the commitment to take the nectar of development to every inhabitant of the state during the Azadi ka Amrit Mahotsav. Striking a personal note, the Prime Minister quoted a poem by Shri Atal Bihari Vajpayee and remembered his own long association with the beautiful state with diligent and determined people. Recalling the challenges of the hilly state at the time of its formation in 1948, the Prime Minister complimented the people of Himachal Pradesh for converting the challenges into opportunities. He praised the state’s achievements in horticulture, power surplus, literacy rate, rural road connectivity, tap water and electricity to every household. He underlined the efforts to build on these achievements in the last 7-8 years. “Under the young leadership of Jai Ram ji, the ‘double engine government’ has taken the initiative of expanding rural roads, highway widening, railway network, its results are now visible.As connectivity is getting better, Himachal’s tourism is entering new areas, new regions”, the Prime Minister said. The Prime Minister highlighted the new strides in tourism and new avenues of opportunities and employment for the local people. He especially noted the progress in the health sector by talking about the efficient and fast vaccination during the pandemic. The Prime Minister emphasized the need to work hard for unlocking the full potential of Himachal Pradesh. He said that during the Amrit Kaal, there is a need to take forward the work in the fields of tourism, higher education, research, IT, biotechnology, food processing and natural farming. He said Vibrant Village scheme, announced in this year’s budget will give immense benefit to Himachal Pradesh. He also touched upon increasing connectivity, enriching forests, swachhta and people’s participation for these initiatives. The Prime Minister commented on the expansion of central welfare schemes by the Chief Minister and his team, especially in the field of social security. “Honest leadership, peace loving environment, blessings of gods and goddesses and people of Himachal who work hard, all these are incomparable. Himachal has everything needed for rapid development”, Shri Modi concluded.
PM visits Kedarnath, lays Foundation Stone for infrastructure projects

The Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi, visited Kedarnath today. He offered prayers at the Kedarnath Temple, and laid the Foundation Stone for five infrastructure and development projects. These include the development of retaining wall and ghat on the Mandakini River; development of retaining wall and ghat on Saraswati River; construction of main approach to Kedarnath Temple; development of Shankaracharya Kutir and Shankaracharya Museum; and development of houses for Kedarnath Purohits. The Prime Minister was briefed on the Kedarpuri Reconstruction Project. Addressing a gathering, the Prime Minister said he was happy to be in Kedarnath, a day after Diwali. He said that the start of a New Year is being celebrated in Gujarat today, and conveyed his greetings to everyone around the world. Noting that the service of the people is the service of God, the Prime Minister pledged to devote himself fully to realising the dream of a developed India, by the time we mark 75 years of freedom in 2022. Recalling the natural calamity of 2013, the Prime Minister said that as Chief Minister of Gujarat, he had come to do all that he could for the victims; and offered support from the State of Gujarat for the reconstruction effort. The Prime Minister said that through the work that is being done in Kedarnath, one would be able to see how an ideal “place of pilgrimage” should be – in terms of both amenities for pilgrims, and the welfare of the priests. He said that the infrastructure being developed in Kedarnath would be of good quality, adding that it would be modern, but would preserve the traditional ethos, and ensure that the environment is not damaged. Shri Narendra Modi said that the Himalayas have much to offer for spiritualism, adventure and tourism, and for the nature lover. He invited everyone to come and explore the Himalayas. The Governor of Uttarakhand, Dr. K.K. Paul, and Chief Minister of Uttarakhand, Shri Trivendra Singh Rawat, were present on the occasion.
Ex-Post facto approval to capital infusion made in India Infrastructure Finance Company Ltd. during 2007-08 to 2012-13

The Union Cabinet chaired by the Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi, has given its ex-post facto approval to the capital infusion of Rs. 2600 crore made in India Infrastructure Finance Company Ltd. (IIFCL). During 2007-08 to 2012-13, as approved in the Demand for grants to support the future growth of the company. The capital infusion was made as approved in the Demands for Grants and consented by the Finance Minister to support the future growth of the company. Background:- IIFCL, a wholly owned Government of India company, was, incorporated on January 5, 2006 under the Companies Act, 1956 with an authorized share capital of Rs. 1000 crore. It commenced its, operations from April 2006. IIFCL was mandated to provide long term debt to viable’ infrastructure projects in terms of the Scheme for Financing Viable Infrastructure Projects through IIFCL (broadly referred to as SIFTI).
PM offers prayers at Mahaprinirvana Stupa at Kushinagar

The Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi, offered prayers at the Mahaprinirvana Stupa at Kushinagar, Uttar Pradesh, on the occasion of Buddha Purnima today. Earlier today, the Prime Minister visited Lumbini, Nepal, the birthplace of Lord Buddha and offered prayers at Maya Devi Temple. He, along with Prime Minister of Nepal Rt. Hon’ble Sher Bahadur Deuba, performed the shilanyaas ceremony for construction of the India International Centre for Buddhist Culture and Heritage in the Lumbini Monastic Zone. Shri Modi also attended the 2566th Buddha Jayanti Celebrations at International Convention Center and Meditation Hall at Lumbini along with the Prime Minister of Nepal. In a tweet, the Prime Minister also informed that the government is making numerous efforts to boost infrastructure in Kushinagar. The Prime Minister tweeted: “Prayed at the Mahaparinirvana Stupa in Kushinagar. Our Government is making numerous efforts to boost infrastructure in Kushinagar so that more tourists and pilgrims can come here.”
PM pays tributes on demise of Bhageerathi Amma

The Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi has paid tributes and expressed grief over the demise of respected Bhageerathi Amma. In a tweet, the Prime Minister said, “I pay my tributes to respected Bhageerathi Amma. There is much to learn from her life journey, particularly her everlasting passion towards learning new things. Saddened by her demise. Condolences to her family and admirers. Om Shanti.”
PM greets everyone, on the auspicious occasion of Gurupurab

The Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi has greeted everyone, on the auspicious occasion of Gurupurab. “à¨¸à¨¿à©±à¨– à¨§à¨°à¨® à¨¦à©‡ à¨®à©‹à¨¢à©€ à¨¸à©�à¨°à©€ à¨—à©�à¨°à©‚ à¨¨à¨¾à¨¨à¨• à¨¦à©‡à¨µ à¨œà©€ à¨¦à©‡ à¨ªà©�à¨°à¨•à¨¾à¨¸à¨¼ à¨—à©�à¨°à¨ªà©�à¨°à¨¬ à¨¦à©€à¨†à¨‚ à¨¸à¨¾à¨°à¨¿à¨†à¨‚ à¨¨à©‚à©° à¨²à©±à¨–-à¨²à©±à¨– à¨µà¨§à¨¾à¨ˆà¨†à¨‚à¥¤ à¨‰à¨¨à©�à¨¹à¨¾à¨‚ à¨¨à©‡ à¨¹à¨®à©‡à¨¸à¨¼à¨¾ à¨–à©�à¨¸à¨¼à¨¹à¨¾à¨² à¨œà©€à¨µà¨¨, à¨�à¨•à¨¤à¨¾ à¨µà¨¿à©±à¨š à¨°à¨¹à¨¿à¨£ à¨…à¨¤à©‡ à¨¸à©±à¨š à¨¦à©‡ à¨®à¨¾à¨°à¨— à¨¤à©‡ à¨šà©±à¨²à¨£ à¨²à¨ˆ à¨ªà©�à¨°à©‡à¨°à¨¿à¨†à¥¤ Gurupurab wishes to everyone. The inspiring teachings of the venerable Guru Nanak guide us in creating a prosperous and harmonious society”, the Prime Minister said.
PM in Rameswaram

• Inaugurates Dr. APJ Abdul Kalam memorial • Flags off Kalam Sandesh Vahini • Launches train from Rameswaram to Ayodhya, and other development projects • Addresses Public Meeting The Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi, today inaugurated the Dr. APJ Abdul Kalam memorial at Rameswaram. He unveiled a statue of Dr. Kalam, and offered floral tributes at Kalam Sthal. The Prime Minister also briefly interacted with the family members of Dr. Kalam. The Prime Minister flagged off the Kalam Sandesh Vahini, an exhibition bus which shall travel across various States of the country and reach Rashtrapati Bhavan in New Delhi on October 15, which marks the birth anniversary of the former President. At a large public meeting, the Prime Minister distributed sanction letters to select beneficiaries of Long Line Trawlers under the Blue Revolution Scheme. He flagged off a new Express train (Rameswaram to Ayodhya) – named Shraddha Setu – via video conference. He released the synopsis of the Green Rameswaram Project; and unveiled a plaque to mark the dedication to the nation of a 9.5 km Link Road on NH-87, between Mukundarayar Chathiram, and Arichalmunai. Addressing the gathering, the Prime Minister said Rameswaram has been a beacon of spirituality for the entire nation; and is now also known as the place closely associated with Dr. Kalam. He said Dr. Kalam reflected the simplicity, depth and calmness of Rameswaram. The memorial for Dr. Kalam showcases his life and times in a remarkable manner, the Prime Minister said. Paying rich tributes to Dr. J. Jayalalithaa, former Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu, the Prime Minister said she is a leader we all remember. He added that she would have been very happy and would have extended her good wishes. The Prime Minister said a transformation in the ports and logistics sectors can contribute immensely to India’s growth. He mentioned that there is a healthy competition among States as far as the Swachh Bharat Mission is concerned. The Prime Minister said Dr. Kalam inspired the youth of India. He said that today’s youth wants to scale heights of progress, and become job creators.
PM congratulates Sagar Ahlawat for winning Silver Medal at CWG in boxing

The Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi has congratulated Sagar Ahlawat for winning Silver Medal in Men’s 92+ Kg in boxing at Birmingham CWG 2022. The Prime Minister tweeted; “Well fought by Sagar Ahlawat! Congratulations to him for winning a Silver medal at the CWG in Boxing. He is among India’s powerhouses in the game and his success will inspire the younger generation of boxers. May he continue to make India proud in the times to come. #Cheer4India”
PM to deliver the inaugural address at third ‘No Money for Terror’ Ministerial Conference on Counter-Terrorism Financing on 18th November

Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi will deliver the inaugural address at the third ‘No Money for Terror’ (NMFT) Ministerial Conference on Counter-Terrorism Financing, at Hotel Taj Palace, New Delhi on 18th November at 9:30 AM. The two day conference organised on 18th-19th November, will offer a unique platform for participating nations and organizations to deliberate on effectiveness of the current international regime on Counter Terrorism Financing as well as steps required to address emerging challenges. The conference will build on gains and learnings of previous two conferences (held in Paris in April 2018 and in Melbourne in November 2019) and will work towards enhancing global cooperation to deny finances to terrorists and access to permissive jurisdictions to operate. It will be attended by about 450 delegates from across the world, including Ministers, Heads of Multilateral organisations and Financial Action Task Force (FATF) Heads of Delegations. During the Conference, deliberations will be held in four sessions which will focus on ‘Global Trends in Terrorism and Terrorist Financing’, ‘Use of Formal and Informal Channels of Funds for Terrorism’, ‘Emerging Technologies and Terrorist Financing’ and ‘International Co-operation to Address Challenges in Combating Terrorist Financing’.
Cabinet approves setting up of a Commission to examine the Sub-Categorization within OBCs

The Union Cabinet chaired by Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi today approved a proposal for setting up of a Commission under article 340 of the Constitution to examine the issue of sub-categorization of the Other Backward Classes (OBCs). The Commission shall submit its report within 12 weeks from the date of appointment of the Chairperson of the Commission. The Commission shall be known as the Commission to examine the sub-categorization of Other Backward Classes. The proposed terms of references of the Commission are as follows: (i) To examine the extent of inequitable distribution of benefits of reservation among the castes/ communities included in the broad category of OBCs, with reference to the OBCs included in the Central list. (ii) To work out the mechanism, criteria, norms and parameters, in a scientific approach, for sub-categorization within such OBCs, and, (iii) To take up the exercise of identifying the respective castes/communities/ sub-castes/ synonyms in the Central List of OBCs and classifying them into their respective sub-categories. The Supreme Court in its order dated 16.11.1992 in WP(C) No. 930/1990 (Indra Sawhney and others vs. Union of India) observed that there is no Constitutional or legal bar to a State categorizing backward classes as backward or more backward and had further observed that if a State chooses to do it (sub-categorization), it is not impermissible in law. Nine States of the country viz., Andhra Pradesh, Telangana, Puducherry, Karnataka, Haryana, Jharkhand, West Bengal, Bihar, Maharashtra and Tamil Nadu have already carried out sub-categorization of Other Backward Classes.
Agreements/Memorandum of Understanding signed during the visit of Prime Minister to Australia (16-18 November, 2014)

S No Title Indian signatory Australian signatory Remarks 1. Agreement on Social Security Biren Nanda, High Commissioner Kevin Andrews, Minister for Social Services To strengthen the people-to-people contacts and facilitate and regulate the regulations between the two countries with respect to social security benefits and coverage. It will provide for social security and superannuation benefits for those who have been residents of the other country on basis of equality of benefit, export of benefits and avoidance of double coverage. It will lead to greater economies and promote the flow of professionals. 2. Agreement concerning Transfer of Sentenced Persons Biren Nanda, High Commissioner Michael Keenan, Minister for Justice To enhance cooperative efforts in law enforcement and administration of justice and to cooperate in the enforcement of penal sentences. It will facilitate, regulate and lay down procedures for the transfer of sentenced persons and enable rehabilitation and reintegration of sentenced persons into society. 3. MOU on Combating Narcotics Trafficking and Developing Police Cooperation Anil Wadhwa, Secretary (East), Ministry of External Affairs Michael Keenan, Minister for Justice To address concerns regarding illicit trafficking and drug abuse. It places priority on tackling illicit trade, diversion of precursors, asset forfeiture and drug money laundering. It will promote capacity building and help develop strategies and procedures for operations to disrupt and dismantle transnational narcotic related threats. 4. MOU on Cooperation in the Field of Arts and Culture Anil Wadhwa, Secretary (East), Ministry of External Affairs George Brandis, Attorney-General and Minister for the Arts To enhance cultural relations between the two countries in pursuance of the Cultural Agreement of 1971. It will promote cooperation through exchange of information, professional expertise, training and exhibitions in the field of culture. It will deepen understanding between the people, institutions and art genres and promote sound and sustainable artistic and cultural activities. 5. MOU in the Field of Tourism Anil Wadhwa, Secretary (East), Ministry of External Affairs Andrew Robb, Minister for Trade and Investment To enhance the bilateral cooperation and strengthen the friendly between the people. It will encourage cooperation in tourism policy, information exchange, interaction between tourism stakeholders, training and investments in hospitality sector and promote the importance of the tourism sector in economic development and employment generation.
Cabinet approves extension of the term of the Fifteenth Finance Commission up to 30th November, 2019

The Union Cabinet chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi has approvedthe extension of the term of Fifteenth Finance Commission up to 30th November, 2019. It will enable the Commission to examine various comparable estimates for financial projections in view of reforms and the new realities to finalise its recommendations for the period 2020-2025. Background: The Fifteenth Finance Commission has been constituted by the President on 27tn November, 2017 in ‘ pursuance of clause (1) of article 280 of the Constitution and Finance Commission (Miscellaneous Provisions) Act, 1951. The Commission was to submit its Report on the basis of its Terms of Reference (ToR) by 30th October, 2019 covering a period of five years commencing from 1st April, 2020. The constitution of the Commission has been in the backdrop of various major fiscal/budgetary reforms introduced by the Union Government in the past four years like closure of the Planning Commission and its replacement by NITl Aayog, removal of distinction between Non-Plan and Plan expenditure, advancing the budget calendar by one month and passing of the full budget before commencement of the new financial year i.e. on 1st February, introduction of Goods and Services Tax (GST) from July 2017 and New FRBM architecture with debt and fiscal deficit path. The ToR of the Commission takes intoaccount the above fiscal/budgetary reforms. The task of determining the expenditure and receipts of the Union and State governments based on which the Commission shall make its recommendations is time consuming, as checks for data consistency across time and data sets become challenging.
PM bows to Sri Guru Gobind Singh Ji on his Parkash Purab

The Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi has bowed to Sri Guru Gobind Singh Ji on the pious occasion of his Parkash Purab. In a series of tweets, the Prime Minister said, “I bow to Sri Guru Gobind Singh Ji on the pious occasion of his Parkash Purab. His was a life devoted to creating a just and inclusive society. He was unwavering when it came to upholding his principles. We also recall his courage and sacrifices. The Guru Sahibs have a special Kripa on me that the 350th Parkash Purab of Sri Guru Gobind Singh Ji took place during the tenure of our Government. I recall the grand celebrations in Patna, where I also had the opportunity to go and pay my respects.”
PM pays tributes to Acharya Kripalani on his Jayanti

The Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi has paid tributes to Acharya Kripalani on his Jayanti. In a tweet, the Prime Minister said; “Tributes to Acharya Kripalani on his Jayanti. He is widely respected for his contribution to our freedom struggle. He made a strong mark as a Parliamentarian. His contribution to education and passion towards social service are also noteworthy.”