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PM addresses at inauguration of Bosch Smart Campus in Bengaluru via video message

“It is important to invest even further in tech and innovation” “India’s growth is becoming greener” “Our vision of a Digital India includes integrating technology with every aspect of Government. I would urge the world to make use of opportunities and invest in our nation” “Today, Bosch is as much Indian as it is German. It is a great example of German engineering and Indian energy” The Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi addressed on the occasion of Bosch India on completing 100 years of its presence in India though a video message. At the outset, the Prime Minister congratulated Bosch India on completing 100 years of its presence in India and noted the special significance of the event falling in the 75th year of India’s Independence. The occasion also marked inauguration of the Bosch Smart Campus. “This campus will certainly take the lead in developing futuristic products and solutions for India and for the World”, the Prime Minister said. The Prime Minister also recalled his October 2015 visit to the Bosch facility in Bengaluru with Chancellor Merkel. Calling the present times as an era of technology and underlining the benefits of technology as demonstrated during the time of the pandemic, the Prime Minister said that it is important to invest even further in tech and innovation. Praising the Bosch’s work for innovation and scale, the Prime Minister highlighted the need for sustainability. On this Shri Modi said “India’s growth is becoming greener with the installed capacity of solar energy increasing nearly 20 times in the last 8 years.” The Prime Minister lauded Bosch’s achievement of achieving carbon-neutrality in both India and outside. The Prime Minister said that today, India is among the fastest growing major economies. Investments have picked in the last two years. “Thanks to our youth, our Start-Up eco-system is among the biggest in the world. In the tech world itself there are so many opportunities”. The Government of India is working to provide high speed internet to every village. “Our vision of a Digital India includes integrating technology with every aspect of Government. I would urge the world to make use of these opportunities and invest in our nation”, he added. On this important occasion the Prime Minister urged Bosch to think of doing even more in India. “Set goals for the coming 25 years of what your team can do. 100 years ago, Bosch came to India as a German company. But today, it is as much Indian as it is German. It is a great example of German engineering and Indian energy. This partnership will continue to grow stronger”, he concluded.
PM expresses sadness over the loss of lives due to collapse of a building in Mumbai

The Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi has expressed sadness over the loss of lives due to collapse of a building in Mumbai. “Collapse of a building in Mumbai is saddening. My condolences to the families of those who lost their lives and prayers with the injured”, the Prime Minister said.
PM at meeting with members of the BRICS Business Council

Trade, Technology, Tourism, Talent and Tradition have the power to redefine existing paradigms India remains committed to partnering with African countries in their development initiatives The Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi, in a meeting with the members of the BRICS Business Council in Fortaleza, appreciated the Council´s role in promoting trade and business links among member countries. He said that economic forces are becoming increasingly important in global relationships, and domains like Trade, Technology, Tourism, Talent and Tradition have the power to redefine existing paradigms. Expressing happiness over the establishment of the BRICS Business Council last year, Shri Narendra Modi said it is important that business leaders lead the effort in promoting trade, investment and manufacturing ties among the BRICS nations. The Prime Minister said that India remains committed to partnering with African countries in their development initiatives. The Prime Minister expressed happiness that the Council is making concrete proposals for contributing to the growth and development of the larger African region. The Prime Minister noted that various enabling agreements and MoUs have already been signed between BRICS Development Banks to promote intra-BRICS trade and investment. He suggested that the Council should work in close coordination with the Development Banks and the Contact Group on Trade and Investment Issues.
National Cyclone Risk Mitigation Project Phase-II to be implemented in the States of Goa, Gujarat, Karnataka, Kerala, Maharashtra and West Bengal assistance

The Union Cabinet chaired by the Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi, today gave its approval for the Centrally Sponsored Scheme of the National Cyclone Risk Mitigation Project (NCRMP) Phase-II. The second phase will be implemented in the States of Goa, Gujarat, Karnataka, Kerala, Maharashtra and West Bengal with World Bank Assistance at a total cost 2361.35 crore to address the vulnerability of the coastal community to cyclone. This section of the population is generally poor and from weaker sections of society. For the NCRMP Phase-II, the Central Government will provide financial assistance equivalent to Rs. 1881.20 crore through a World Bank loan. The remaining amount of Rs. 480.15 crore will be provided by the State Governments of Goa, Gujarat, Karnataka, Kerala, Maharashtra and West Bengal. The broad objectives of the project are to provide cyclone forecasting, tracking and warning systems, cyclone risk mitigation and capacity building in multi-hazard risk management. Major infrastructure which will be constructed under the project includes multipurpose cyclone shelters, access roads, saline embankments and underground cabling. The primary focus of the project is disaster mitigation with an objective to minimize loss of lives and property in the vulnerable States. The investments proposed in the States would strengthen the coastal infrastructure for protection of the community and their evacuation, greater accessibility, improved warning dissemination and quicker response. The project is expected to benefit lakhs of people in Goa, Gujarat, Karnataka, Kerala, Maharashtra and West Bengal and help in protection of land. The project is to be implemented from 2015-16 to 2019-2020. Background:- Approximately 5700 km out of around 7516 kms of India’s coastline, its flat coastal terrain and high population density are extremely vulnerable to cyclones and its associated hazards such as storm surges, high winds and heavy rainfall. Approximately 40 percent of the total population in the maritime States, lives within 100 kms of coastlines. Recurrent cyclones account for a large number of deaths, loss of livelihood opportunities, loss of public and private property, and severe damage to infrastructure. This reverses developmental gains at regular intervals. The project is part of a series of disaster risk mitigation initiatives to be implemented to reduce loss of life and property in the event of future calamities. The first Phase of the project is being implemented since 2011 in the States of Andhra Pradesh and Odisha. This is with World Bank assistance at a total cost of Rs. 1496.71 crore and its cost is being revised to Rs. 2331.71 crore.
PM to attend the 56th DGP Conference at Police Headquarters, Lucknow on 20-21 November

Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi will attend the 56th Conference of Director Generals of Police (DGP) and Inspector Generals of Police (IGP) at Police Headquarters, Lucknow on 20-21 November, 2021. The two day Conference will be held in hybrid format. DGP of States/UTs and Heads of Central Armed Police Forces and Central Police Organizations will attend the Conference physically at the venue in Lucknow, while the remaining invitees will participate virtually from 37 different locations at IB/SIB Headquarters. The conference will discuss a wide range of issues including Cyber Crime, Data Governance, Counter Terrrorism challenges, Left Wing Extremism, Emerging Trends in Narcotics trafficking, Prison Reforms among others. Since 2014, the Prime Minister has taken a keen interest in the DGP conference. Unlike the symbolic presence earlier, he makes it a point to attend all sessions of the conference and encourages free and informal discussions that provide an opportunity to top police officials to directly brief the Prime Minister on key policing and internal security issues affecting the country. As per the vision of the Prime Minister, since 2014, the annual conferences, which used to be customarily organised in Delhi, have been organised outside Delhi with an exception of the year 2020 when the conference was held virtually. The conference has been organised at Guwahati in 2014; Dhordo, Rann of Kutch in 2015; National Police Academy, Hyderabad in 2016; BSF Academy, Tekanpur in 2017; Kevadiya in 2018; and IISER, Pune in 2019.
PM lauds The Air Force Wives Welfare Association for woollen cap knitting campaign

The Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi today praised the efforts of the Air Force Wives Welfare Association (AFWWA) who undertook a massive woollen cap knitting campaign by all Sanginis located across the country, with an aim to distribute them to the lesser privileged members of the society. A total of 41541 caps were knitted by the Sanginis. In a reply to a tweet by Indian Air Force, the Prime Minister tweeted: “Commendable effort.”
PM expresses grief and solidarity with Myanmar in the face of Flood Emergency

Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi, has expressed grief and solidarity with Myanmar in the face of the Flood Emergency the Nation is facing. “Sad to learn about devastating floods in Myanmar. India stands shoulder to shoulder with Myanmar in this hour of need,” the Prime Minister said. The Prime Minister also shared a link to a press release issued by the Ministry of External Affairs that details the Disaster Relief Support given by Government of India to Myanmar in response to the flood emergency: http://mea.gov.in/press-releases.htm?dtl/25655/Disaster+Relief+Support+to+Myanmar+in+response+to+Flood+Emergency
PM greets Chartered Accountants on CA Day

The Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi has greeted Chartered Accountants on Chartered Accountants’ Day. In a tweet, the Prime Minister said, “Greetings to all Chartered Accountants on CA Day. This community has a vital role in India’s progress. I call upon all CAs to keep the focus on excellence so that Indian firms emerge as one of the best globally.”
Cabinet approves signing of MoU between India and Portugal in the field of agriculture and allied sectors

The Union Cabinet, chaired by the Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi has given its approval for signing of an Agreement for cooperation in the field of Agriculture and allied sectors between India and Portugal. The Agreement covers various activities in these fields which include exchange of scientific and technical information, trade in plants and plant products, exchange of information in phytosanitary issues, training programmes, seminars and visits of experts and consultants. The Agreement provides constitution of a Joint Working Group comprising of representatives from both countries, the task of which would be to monitor the implementation of the present MoU and making concrete proposals for agriculture cooperation and develop guidelines and priorities for future cooperation in the field of agriculture and allied sectors. The Agreement shall enter into force on the date of its signing and shall remain in force for a period of five years and shall be automatically extended for a subsequent period of five years unless either Party gives written notice through diplomatic channels to the other Party of its intention to terminate the Agreement at least six months before its expiration.
Cabinet approves MoU between India and Switzerland on Technical Cooperation in the field of Climate Change and Environment

The Union Cabinet chaired by the Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi has given ex-post facto approval to the Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) between India and Switzerland on Technical Cooperation in the field of Climate Change and Environment. The MoU was signed in Switzerland on 13th September, 2019. Major impact: Environmental degradation falls on the socially and economically disadvantaged, more heavily than the better of sections of the society. Any effort at thwarting environmental degradation would lead to environmental equity in the sense of availability of sound environmental resources to all sections of the society. Benefits: The MoU will enable establishment and promotion of closer and long-term cooperation between the two countries in the field of environmental protection and management of natural resources on the basis of equity, reciprocity and mutual benefits, taking into account the applicable laws and legal provisions in each country. It will enhance public accountability by way of exchange of information and technology between the two countries. Further, It is expected to bring in the latest technologies and best practices suited for bringing about better environment protection, better conservation, better management of climate change and wildlife protection/conservation. Salient features: Capacity-building on Climate Change and Sustainable Water management; Sustainable Forest Management; Sustainable development of mountainous regions; Environmentally sustainable and resilient urban development; Addressing issues of Air, land and water pollution; Focussing on Clean and Renewable Energy; and Climate change risk management.
PM congratulates PM Viktor Orbán on his victory in Parliamentary elections in Hungary

The Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi has congratulated Prime Minister Viktor Orbán, on his victory in the Parliamentary elections in Hungary. In a tweet, the Prime Minister said; “Congratulations, Prime Minister Viktor Orbán, on your victory in the Parliamentary elections in Hungary. Look forward to continue working with you to further strengthen the close and friendly India-Hungary ties.”
Scheme for revival of 23 unlicensed district Central Cooperative banks in Uttar Pradesh, Maharashtra, West Bengal and Jammu & Kashmir

The Cabinet today at the meeting chaired by the Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi gave its approval to the following:- (i) To implement the Scheme for Revival of 23 unlicensed District Central Cooperative Banks (DCCBs) in four States. These are 16 in Uttar Pradesh, three in Jammu & Kashmir, three in Maharashtra and one in West Bengal. Under the Scheme, the total capital infusion required for revival of these 23 DCCBs would be Rs. 2375.42 crore, out of which the commitment from the Central Government would be Rs. 673.29 crore, from State Governments Rs. 1464.59 crore and from NABARD Rs.237.54 crore. (ii) The Gol’s share of Rs.673.29 crore would be released through NABARD as interest-free loan and would be converted into grant on fulfilment of conditionalities/deliverables outlined in the Scheme which, among other things includes bringing the NPAs to at least half of the current levels by 31.3.2017; making 15 percent growth rate of deposits for next two years; drawing up of a monthly Monitorable Action Plan; placement of competent CEOs fulfilling `Fit & Proper` criteria; and putting Corporate Governance Systems in place. The assistance from NABARD would be in the form of loan to the respective State Governments under Section 27 of NABARD Act, 1981. The Scheme for revival of these unlicensed DCCBs will help in revival of these cooperative banks. This will result in protecting the interests of depositors and catering to the credit needs of farmers. Once revived, these cooperative banks would become eligible for obtaining licenses from RBI for continuing their operations in rural areas and would also be able to achieve CRAR requirement prescribed by RBI. This means 7 percent CRAR by 31st March, 2015 and 9 percent CRAR by 31st March, 2017. For the purpose of implementation of the Scheme, a tripartite agreement in the form of Memorandum of Understanding (MoU), stipulating conditionalities and deliverables, will be signed between the Central Government, concerned State Government and NABARD. During the implementation of the Scheme, operations of these 23 unlicensed DCCBs would be closely monitored by NABARD and RBI, so that they meet the licensing requirement within the time frame as prescribed in the Scheme. The list of the places where the DCCBs are located is given below:- Uttar Pradesh:- 1. Deoria 2. Bahraich 3. Siddharth Nagar 4. Sultanpur 5. Jaunpur 6. Hardoi 7. Basti 8. Ballia 9. Azamgarh 10. Gorakhpur 11. Fatehpur 12. Sitapur 13. Varanasi 14. Allahabad 15. Ghazipur and 16. Faizabad Maharashtra:- 17. Buldhana 18. Nagpur 19. Wardha Jammu & Kashmir:- 20. Baramullah 21. Anantnag 22. Jammu West Bengal:- 23. Birbhum
PM praises painting on PPC by Ishita, a class 9 student

The Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi has applauded the painting on Pariksha Par Charcha 2023 by Ms Ishita, a class 9 student of Kendriya Vidyalaya, Ambala Cantt. The Prime Minister tweeted in reply to a tweet by KV Sangathatan: “à¤¬à¤¹à¥�à¤¤ à¤–à¥‚à¤¬! à¤šà¤¿à¤¤à¥�à¤°à¥‹à¤‚ à¤•à¥‡ à¤®à¤¾à¤§à¥�à¤¯à¤® à¤¸à¥‡ à¤ªà¤°à¥€à¤•à¥�à¤·à¤¾ à¤•à¥‡ à¤¸à¤®à¤¯ à¤µà¤¿à¤¦à¥�à¤¯à¤¾à¤°à¥�à¤¥à¤¿à¤¯à¥‹à¤‚ à¤•à¥€ à¤¦à¤¿à¤¨à¤šà¤°à¥�à¤¯à¤¾ à¤•à¥€ à¤¬à¥‡à¤¹à¤¤à¤°à¥€à¤¨ à¤ªà¥�à¤°à¤¸à¥�à¤¤à¥�à¤¤à¤¿à¥¤”
Resolution for adoption of the recommendations of Railway Convention Committee (2014)

The Union Cabinet chaired by the Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi has given its approval to move a Resolution in both the Houses of Parliament for adoption of the recommendations of the Railway Convention Committee (2014)’s recommendations that for the year 2014-15 and 2015-16, the rate of dividend to the General Revenue be determined at 5% and 4% respectively on the entire capital (excluding dividend free capital) invested in Railways from the General Revenues. This would enable the Ministry of Railways to implement the recommendations contained in Para Nos. 5, 6, 9, 11, 12, 13, 14, 15, 16, 17, 18 and 19 of the Railway Convention Committee (2014)’s first report.
PM reviews preparations for launch of Mission Swachh Bharat

The Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi today said that Mission Swachh Bharat should become agenda of entire country, in the form of a mass movement to be launched on October 2nd, with aim of creating a clean India by 2019. The Prime Minister was chairing a high-level meeting to review preparations for the launch of Mission Swachh Bharat. Shri Narendra Modi said the activities on October 2nd should not be limited to the Prime Minister’s functions in the national capital. Activities related to cleanliness should be undertaken in each and every village across the country, he said, highlighting the need for working together with State Governments to make this Mission a success. Gandhiji should be our inspiration for Swachh Bharat, he added. The Prime Minister highlighted the need for creating a legal architecture that would institutionalize Mission Swachh Bharat at all levels, upto the village level. He asked the Ministry of Rural Development to explore the possibility of incentivizing best performing villages. He also called for standards of cleanliness to be established for Government offices. The Prime Minister underlined the importance of creating specific roles for various public representatives, including MPs, MLAs, Sarpanches etc. Various Union Ministries, including the Ministries of Urban Development, Rural Development, Human Resource Development and Information & Broadcasting, presented their concepts on the Mission. Towns along river bank of the Ganga and its tributaries will be accorded top priority in Mission Swachh Bharat.
PM’s remarks at inauguration of Global Exhibition on Services

PM: India makes transformation from a country worried about its “brain-drain,” to a country that thinks of “brain-gain.” Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi, today said India had made the transformation from a country worried about its “brain-drain,” to a country that thinks of “brain-gain.” Inaugurating the first Global Exhibition on Services in New Delhi today, the Prime Minister said India should assess its “service” capabilities in the global perspective. He said India had vast potential to meet the skilled manpower needs of the entire world, and called for a careful mapping of global needs, which India could fulfil over the next decade. Stating that Human Resource is India’s biggest asset, the Prime Minister said India’s development journey should focus on the 65 percent of its population which is below the age of 35. He said that as the world looked for skilled manpower, India had the capability to become a crucial provider of this resource. The Prime Minister mentioned sectors such as nursing, high-end financial services, arbitration, tourism, music and vegetarian cooking as examples of what India had to offer to the world, besides the already established IT and other core sectors. Union Ministers Shri Kalraj Mishra, Shri J P Nadda, Shri Ravi Shankar Prasad, Shri Harsh Vardhan, Smt. Smriti Irani and Smt. Nirmala Sitharaman were present on the occasion.
PM extends his greetings on Parsi New Year, Navroz

The Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi has extended his greetings on Parsi New Year, Navroz. The Prime Minister said, “Navroz Mubarak! Greetings on Parsi New Year. India cherishes the outstanding contribution of the Parsi community, which has made a mark in a wide range of fields. May the coming year bring peace and prosperity in everyone’s lives”.
Cabinet approves MoU between India and Canada on IPRs

The Union Cabinet chaired by Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi has given its ex-post approval for the Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) between India India and Canada. The MoU was signed on 23rd February, 2018 to establish bilateral cooperation activities in the field of Intellectual Property (IP). The MoU is intended to promote innovation, creativity and economic growth in both countries. The MoU establishes a broad and flexible framework through which both countries can exchange best practices and work together on training programs and technical exchanges to raise awareness on IPRs and better protect intellectual property rights (IPRs). The priority initiatives under the MoU include: Exchange of best practices, experiences and knowledge on how to raise IP awareness among the public, businesses and educational institutions of both countries; Exchange of experts for interacting with the human resources engaged in specialized IP fields; Exchange and dissemination of best practices, experiences and knowledge on IP with industry, Universities, research and development organizations and Small and Medium-Sized Enterprises (SMEs) through participation in programs, training, and events, organised singly or jointly by the participants; Cooperation in the development of automation arid implementation of modernization projects, new and existing documentation and information systems in IP and procedures for management of IP; Cooperation to understand how traditional knowledge is protected; and the exchange of best practices, including traditional knowledge related data bases and awareness raising of existing IP systems; Collaboration in IP related training for local IP and business communities, and any other cooperation activities they may mutually decide uponwithin the scope of this MoU.