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Cabinet approves new productivity linked reward scheme for all major port trusts and dock labour board employees/workers

The Union Cabinet under the Chairmanship of Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi has given its approval to New Productivity Linked Reward Scheme for all Major Port Trusts and Dock Labour Board employees/workers for the years 2015-16 to 2017-18. The new PLR scheme applicable from 2015-2016 to 2017-2018 will benefit about 37870 Port and Dock workers/employees in all the Major Port Trusts and the yearly outgo will be Rs. 49.58 crore. Ministry of Shipping has formulated a New Productivity Linked Reward (PLR) Scheme for all Major Port Trusts and Dock Labour Board employees/workers for the years 2015-16 to 2017-18. PLR will be calculated on the enhanced wage ceiling for calculation of Bonus at Rs. 7000/- per month. PLR shall be paid annually on the basis of 50% weightage given to all India Performance and 50% weightage given to the individual Port Performance. The arrear payments of PLR for the year 2014-15 to the employees/workers by the Major Port Trusts and Dock Labour Board will be calculated on the enhanced wage ceiling of Rs.7000/- per month for calculation of Bonus instead of Rs.3500/- per month on the existing methodology of combined All India Port Performance. For the year 2014-15, an amount of Rs 25.93 crore has already been paid to about 41,492 Major Ports & Dock workers/employees as per wage ceiling of Rs.3500/-. The total additional outgo for all Major Ports & Dock workers/employees on account of payment of arrear of PLR for the year 2014-15 as per enhanced wage ceiling of Rs. 7000/- will be about Rs. 25.93 crore. There is an existing scheme of Productivity Linked Reward (PLR) for the employees/workers of Major Port Trusts and Dock Labour Board, wherein Productivity Linked Reward (PLR) was granted on yearly basis based on the settlement arrived at between Management and the Labour Federations of the Major Port Trusts. The new PLR Scheme will foster better industrial relationship and congenial work atmosphere in the Port Sector, apart from stimulating better productivity.
Cabinet approves the MoU signed on mutual recognition of academic qualifications between India and the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland

The Union Cabinet in its meeting held on 07.09.2022 chaired by Hon’ble Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi granted ex post facto approval for the Memorandum of Understanding between the Government of the Republic of India and the Government of the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland on mutual recognition of academic qualifications signed on 25.04.2022. Mutual Recognition of Qualifications between India and UK aims to promote academic collaboration and student mobility. The request from UK side to grant recognition to their One Year Masters Programme was considered, and during the meeting between the Education Ministers of the two countries held on 16 December 2020 in New Delhi, a decision was taken to set up a joint task force for this purpose. The first meeting was held on 04th February, 2021 and subsequently after detailed deliberations and negotiations both sides agreed on the draft MoU. The MoU aims to facilitate the mutual recognition of educational qualifications, periods of study undertaken, documents related to academic degrees/qualifications and accreditation by educational institutions within the two countries. Professional degrees like Engineering, Medicine, Nursing and Para-Medical Education, Pharmacy, Law, and Architecture are out of the purview of this MoU. It will also facilitate establishment of Joint/Dual degree courses between Higher Education Institutions, one of our objectives under NEP 2020 for Intel-nationalization of Education. This MoU will promote bilateral exchange of information about educational structure, programs and standards and increase mobility of students and professionals between the two countries. It will also encourage other areas of cooperation in education sector, development of study programs as mutually agreed upon by the Parties. This MoU shall recognize equivalence in accordance with parity with regard to acceptability of qualifications as approved under national policy, law, rules and regulations of the two countries.
PM condoles loss of lives in an accident in Andhra Pradesh

The Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi has condoled the loss of lives due to an accident in Chittoor District of Andhra Pradesh. “Pained by the loss of lives due to an accident in AP’s Chittoor District. Condolences to families of the deceased and prayers with the injured”, the Prime Minister said.
Cabinet approves signing of Air Services Agreement between India and Lao

The Union Cabinet chaired by the Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi has given its approval for signing of new Air Services Agreement (ASA) between India and Lao People’s Democratic Republic (Lao PDR). The Agreement is expected to spur greater trade, investment, tourism and cultural exchange between the two countries bringing it in tune with the developments in the civil aviation sector. It will provide enabling environment for enhanced and seamless connectivity while providing commercial opportunities to the carriers of both the sides ensuring greater safety and security. Under the agreement, the designated airlines of the two countries shall have fair and equal opportunity to operate the agreed services on specified routes. The routes and frequencies shall be decided subsequently. ASA is the basic legal framework for any air operation between the two countries.
Virtual Summit between PM and PM of Bangladesh H.E. Sheikh Hasina

A Virtual Summit will be held between Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi and Prime Minister of Bangladesh H.E. Sheikh Hasina on 17 December 2020. During the Summit, the two leaders will hold comprehensive discussions on the entire spectrum of the bilateral relationship, including further strengthening cooperation in the post COVID era. India and Bangladesh have continued to maintain regular exchanges at the highest level. Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina paid an official visit to India in October 2019. Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi delivered a video message on the historic occasion of Mujib Borsho in March 2020. Both leaders have remained in regular touch during the COVID pandemic.
PM congratulates Bharat Ratna Awardees

The Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi congratulated Bharat Ratna Awardees. PM praised Nanaji Deshmukh for his contribution to the society and said “Nanaji Deshmukh’s stellar contribution towards rural development showed the way for a new paradigm of empowering those living in our villages. He personifies humility, compassion and service to the downtrodden. He is a Bharat Ratna in the truest sense.” “The songs and music of Bhupen Hazarika are admired by people across generations. From them radiates the message of Justice, harmony and brotherhood. He popularized India’s music traditions globally. Happy that the Bharat Ratna has been conferred on Bhupen Da.” the Prime Minister said. While speaking on Shri Pranab Mukherjee he said, “Pranab Da is an outstanding statesman of our times. He has served the nation selflessly and tirelessly for decades, leaving a strong imprint on the nation’s growth trajectory. His wisdom and intellect have few parallels. Delighted that he has been conferred Bharat Ratna.”
PM congratulates weightlifter Mirabai Chanu on winning Gold Medal at Commonwealth Games 2022

The Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi has congratulated weightlifter Mirabai Chanu on winning Gold Medal at Commonwealth Games 2022 in Birmingham. In a tweet, the Prime Minister said; “The exceptional @mirabai_chanu makes India proud once again! Every Indian is delighted that she’s won a Gold and set a new Commonwealth record at the Birmingham Games. Her success inspires several Indians, especially budding athletes.”
PM to visit National Crisis Management Centre in Moscow tomorrow

The Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi, will visit Russia’s National Crisis Management Centre (NCMC) in Moscow tomorrow on December 24th, 2015. The NCMC is a multi level coordination centre designed to provide inter-agency coordination and alert the people about the threat of emergency situations. The capabilities of the NCMC include state-of-art real time monitoring, data collection, analysis and modelling. It uses global navigation satellite systems and global monitoring technologies based on remote sensing. The Moscow based NCMC processes information from across Russia and is capable of monitoring industrial facilities, crowded areas, tsunami threats, other natural disasters etc.
PM visits Visakhapatnam

Reviews extent of damage, relief and rescue operations in the city and other cyclone affected parts of Andhra Pradesh. Travels extensively through Visakhapatnam city by road. Does an aerial survey of cyclone affected Koraput and Malkangiri districts of Odisha. Announces interim assistance of Rs. 1000 crore for Andhra Pradesh. Appreciates role played by use of technology, and excellent coordination between Centre and State, in minimizing loss of life. Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi, visited Visakhapatnam today, to personally review the relief and rescue operations in the aftermath of Cyclone Hudhud. He travelled extensively by road through the city of Visakhapatnam, which bore the brunt of the cyclone. He was accompanied by the Governor of Andhra Pradesh, Shri ESL Narasimhan, the Chief Minister of Andhra Pradesh, Shri Chandrababu Naidu, and Union Minister Shri Venkaiah Naidu. The Prime Minister reviewed the situation at a high-level meeting in the Collectorate at Visakhapatnam. He appreciated the role played by technology, including satellite imagery and advanced weather forecasting techniques, in minimizing loss to life and property. He also expressed satisfaction at the excellent coordination between the Union and State Governments, which helped minimize casualties. In a statement to media after the meeting, the Prime Minister announced an interim assistance of Rs. 1000 crore to the state of Andhra Pradesh. He also announced an ex-gratia amount of Rs. 2 lakhs for the next of kin of those who lost their lives due to the cyclone, and Rs. 50,000 to the seriously injured. The Prime Minister said he was deeply touched by the love that tens of thousands of people of Visakhapatnam had shown him today, lining the roads of the city, despite having faced such a devastating cyclone. Earlier, the Prime Minister also carried out an aerial survey of cyclone affected Koraput and Malkangiri districts of Odisha, as well as the city of Visakhapatnam. The special jet of the Indian Air Force swooped low over the affected areas, as the Prime Minister was briefed about the situation. The Prime Minister has repeatedly emphasized the need for long-term planning for disaster management, taking into account the lessons learnt from Cyclone Hudhud. During the meeting, he also offered Andhra Pradesh full support from the Centre, towards this task.
Russian Deputy PM calls on PM

Prime Minister Narendra Modi today received the Deputy Prime Minister of Russia Mr. Dmitry Rogozin who is visiting India for the 20th round of India-Russia Inter-Governmental Commission meeting that is co-chaired by the External Affairs Minister of India. Prime Minister emphasised that India attached very high importance to the time-tested and the special and privileged Strategic Partnership with Russia. Prime Minister said that he was looking forward to the visit of the President of Russia Mr. Vladimir Putin to India in December 2014 for the Annual Summit. The visit would provide an opportunity to take forward the bilateral relations to a new level.
Cabinet approves MoU between India and Italy for cooperation in Agriculture and Phytosanitary issues

The Union Cabinet chaired by Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi has approved signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) between India and Italy for cooperation in Agriculture and Phytosanitary issues. It replaces the earlier MoU signed in January, 2008 which is going to expire in January, 2018. The MoU provides for cooperation in the fields of Phytosanitary issues, agricultural production and a wide range of other sectors including animal husbandry, agricultural research, food processing and other additional fields as may be mutually decided by both the sides. The MoU has provision for exchange of information on the situation of agriculture and rural development, strengthening of technical exchange and production cooperation in respect of agricultural mechanization/farm machinery and agro-industrial infrastructures, removal of technical barriers and exchange experiences in animal husbandry sector including modern scientific researches and technologies etc. The MoU provides for setting up of a Joint Working Group in order to promote bilateral exchanges in the field of agriculture, consider long-term initiatives for agricultural cooperation, and promote cooperation in order to reduce phytosanitary risks in exported goods also through the definition of specific joint procedures. It will encourage and facilitate contacts between governmental agencies, scientific and academic institutions and business communities of both countries and promote further cooperation between the respective research institutes of the two countries.
PM congratulates Praveen Kumar for winning Silver medal in High Jump at Paralympics Games

The Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi has congratulated Praveen Kumar for winning the Silver Medal in High Jump at the Paralympics Games in Tokyo. In a tweet, the Prime Minister said; “Proud of Praveen Kumar for winning the Silver medal at the #Paralympics. This medal is the result of his hard work and unparalleled dedication. Congratulations to him. Best wishes for his future endeavours. #Praise4Para”
PM attends Ashara Mubaraka – commemoration of martyrdom of Imam Husain (SA) in Indore; addresses gathering

The Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi, today addressed a huge gathering of Dawoodi Bohra community, at Ashara Mubaraka, the commemoration of the martyrdom of Imam Husain (SA), in Indore. Remembering the sacrifices of Imam Husain, Prime Minister said that Imam always stood against injustice and attained martyrdom for upkeeping peace and justice. He added that the teachings of Imam are still relevant today. Appreciating the work done by Dr Syedna Mufaddal Saifuddin, Prime Minister said that love and dedication towards the nation are the hallmarks of his teachings. Prime Minister said that the culture of taking everyone along makes India different from all other countries. “We are proud of our past, we believe in our present and are confident of our bright future”, he added. Highlighting the contributions of the Dawoodi Bohra community, Prime Minister said that the community has always played a key role in India’s progress and growth story. He expressed hope that community will continue their great work of spreading the strength of India’s culture throughout the world. Praising the Bohra community, PM Modi said that it is his good fortune to have received the affection of Bohra community. Remembering the assistance provided by the community during his tenure as Chief Minister of Gujarat, Modi said that the affection of the community brought him to Indore. Applauding the various social initiatives carried out by the Dawoodi Bohra community, Prime Minister said that various efforts are taken by the government to ensure improved living standards for citizens, especially the poor and needy. In this context, he mentioned the various development oriented initiatives of the Government like Ayushman Bharat, Swachh Bharat Abhiyan and Pradhan Mantri Awaaz Yojana. He mentioned that these initiatives are changing the lives of ordinary people. Prime Minister congratulated the people of Indore for taking the mission of Swacchh Bharat forward. He said that ‘Swachhata Hi Sewa’ scheme will be launched tomorrow and urged the citizens to actively participate in this grand Swacchhta mission. Talking about the honesty shown by the Bohra Community in business, Prime Minister said that the government encourages honest businessmen and workers through GST, Insolvency and Bankruptcy Code. He said that India economy is growing and reiterated that New India is on the horizon. Chief Minister of Madhya Pradesh, Shri Shivraj Singh Chouhan was also present on the occasion. Dr Syedna Mufaddal Saifuddin, earlier praised the Prime Minister for his exemplary work and wished him success for his work for the country.
PM greets people of Madhya Pradesh on its Foundation Day

The Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi has greeted the people of Madhya Pradesh on its Foundation Day. In a tweet, the Prime Minister said; “à¤®à¤§à¥�à¤¯ à¤ªà¥�à¤°à¤¦à¥‡à¤¶ à¤•à¥‡ à¤²à¥‹à¤—à¥‹à¤‚ à¤•à¥‹ à¤°à¤¾à¤œà¥�à¤¯ à¤•à¥‡ à¤¸à¥�à¤¥à¤¾à¤ªà¤¨à¤¾ à¤¦à¤¿à¤µà¤¸ à¤•à¥€ à¤¹à¤¾à¤°à¥�à¤¦à¤¿à¤• à¤¬à¤§à¤¾à¤ˆà¥¤ à¤®à¥‡à¤°à¥€ à¤•à¤¾à¤®à¤¨à¤¾ à¤¹à¥ˆ à¤•à¤¿ à¤ªà¥�à¤°à¤¾à¤•à¥ƒà¤¤à¤¿à¤• à¤¸à¤‚à¤¸à¤¾à¤§à¤¨ à¤”à¤° à¤•à¤²à¤¾-à¤¸à¤‚à¤¸à¥�à¤•à¥ƒà¤¤à¤¿ à¤¸à¥‡ à¤¸à¤®à¥ƒà¤¦à¥�à¤§ à¤¯à¤¹ à¤ªà¥�à¤°à¤¦à¥‡à¤¶ à¤¯à¥‚à¤‚ à¤¹à¥€ à¤¨à¤¿à¤°à¤‚à¤¤à¤° à¤ªà¥�à¤°à¤—à¤¤à¤¿ à¤•à¥‡ à¤ªà¤¥ à¤ªà¤° à¤…à¤—à¥�à¤°à¤¸à¤° à¤°à¤¹à¥‡à¥¤”
H. E. Mr. Raila Odinga, Former Prime Minister of Kenya calls on PM

Prime Minister Narendra Modi met H. E. Mr. Raila Odinga, Former Prime Minister and the Leader of Opposition in Kenya, in New Delhi today. Prime Minister Modi fondly recalled their long association, going back over a decade when he had visited Kenya as the Chief Minister of Gujarat. Mr. Odinga also warmly recalled his earlier visits to India in 2009 and 2012. The two leaders discussed the progress in India-Kenya relations in recent years, as well as regional and global issues of mutual interest.
PM inaugurates National Youth Day

The Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi, today delivered the inaugural address for the National Youth Day at Naya Raipur, Chhattisgarh, via video-conferencing from Race Course Road. The Prime Minister said that Swami Vivekananda, whose birth anniversary falls today, was an inspiration for all youth, and a shining example of how much could be accomplished in a short time-span. The Prime Minister said youth from different parts of India, assembled in Chhattisgarh today, represent its diversity but are united in one mantra, of serving Mother India. He said this united resolve had one day brought us independence, and is today taking India to new heights. He said 125 crore people are united in an objective of taking the nation to new highs. He said a nation which was so abundantly youthful, should have objectives and dreams which are boundless. The Prime Minister said a youth, by definition, is one who works towards his future goals, unmindful of the past. The Prime Minister laid stress on harmony and togetherness, saying that without peace, unity and harmony, development cannot have any meaning. However much we develop, peace is our first requirement, the Prime Minister said, adding that India has shown the world, that a land of such diversity, has a unique spirit to stay together. This is the heritage of our forefathers, the Prime Minister said, which extends from Ved to Vivekananda, and Upanishad to Upagrah. Shri Narendra Modi said that India’s objective is to give its youth the capabilities and skills to make this century an Indian century. He praised the State of Chhattisgarh for progress in this direction despite the problem of Naxalism. The Prime Minister emphasised the importance of “dignity of labour” and said it must be inculcated among people. He said India’s objective for development should be to transform the lives of the poor, and in the villages. He urged the youth to witness the launch of the “Start-up India” event in Delhi on January 16th. The Prime Minister urged the youth to think of concrete objectives for the years 2019 and 2022 – the 150th anniversary year of Mahatma Gandhi, and the 75th anniversary of independence.
Approval for GSAT-18 communication satellite and launch services

The Union Cabinet, chaired by the Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi, has given its approval for building of the GSAT-18. This is a communication satellite, weighing about 3425 Kg, for providing replacement capacity. The GSAT-18 spacecraft project will require a total budget of Rs. 1022 crore including launch services. All heritage proven bus system will be used to build the satellite in 30 months period. The satellite structure will be similar to the GSAT-10 satellite. The GSAT-18 spacecraft will provide replacement capacity supporting the existing television, telecommunication, Digital Satellite News Gathering (DSNG) and VSAT services in the country. The GSAT-18 spacecraft will also augment and support the existing telecommunication, television, DSNG and VSAT services in the country, hence benefiting all sections of society. Background: The proposal to build the GSAT-18 is part of the Indian Space Research Organisation’s (ISRO) efforts towards protecting services of existing users.
Delegation from Aligarh Muslim University calls on PM

A five member delegation from the Aligarh Muslim University, led by Vice Chancellor Lt. Gen. Zameer Uddin Shah, called on the Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi today. The delegation discussed issues related to research and education, skill development, and Ganga rejuvenation.
PM greets the people on Lohri

Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi, has greeted the people on the occasion of Lohri. “Lohri greetings to everyone! May this festival brighten your lives with abundant happiness, prosperity and good health. à¤²à¥‹à¤¹à¤¡à¤¼à¥€ à¤­à¤°à¤ªà¥‚à¤° à¤«à¤¸à¤² à¤�à¤µà¤‚ à¤¸à¤®à¥ƒà¤¦à¥�à¤§à¤¿ à¤•à¥‡ à¤¸à¤¾à¤¥-à¤¸à¤¾à¤¥ à¤†à¤ªà¤•à¥‡ à¤œà¥€à¤µà¤¨ à¤®à¥‡à¤‚ à¤¢à¥‡à¤° à¤¸à¤¾à¤°à¥€ à¤–à¥�à¤¶à¤¿à¤¯à¤¾à¤�, à¤‰à¤²à¥�à¤²à¤¾à¤¸ à¤�à¤µà¤‚ à¤¶à¤¾à¤‚à¤¤à¤¿ à¤²à¤¾à¤�à¥¤ à¤²à¥‹à¤¹à¤¡à¤¼à¥€ à¤•à¥‡ à¤¶à¥�à¤­ à¤…à¤µà¤¸à¤° à¤ªà¤° à¤†à¤ªà¤•à¥‹ à¤¹à¤¾à¤°à¥�à¤¦à¤¿à¤• à¤¶à¥�à¤­à¤•à¤¾à¤®à¤¨à¤¾à¤�à¤‚!” the Prime Minister said.
PM to visit Jammu and Kashmir tomorrow

The Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi, will visit Jammu and Kashmir tomorrow. The Prime Minister will address a public meeting at the Sher-e-Kashmir cricket stadium in Srinagar. The Prime Minister will inaugurate the 450 MW Baglihar Hydro Electric Project Stage-II, and lay the foundation stone for the 4-laning of the Udhampur-Ramban and Ramban-Banihal section of National Highway 44, at a function in Chanderkote, Ramban. He will also address the gathering there.
Press Release on Prime Minister’s meeting with President of France

Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi paid an official visit to France on May 4, 2022 on his way back from the 2nd India-Nordic Summit in Copenhagen. 2. In Paris, Prime Minister met H.E. Mr. Emmanuel Macron, President of France, in one-on-one and delegation level formats. The two leaders held discussions on the entire range of bilateral issues, including cooperation in defence, space, blue economy, civil nuclear and people-to-people ties. 3. The two leaders also took stock of the regional and global security outlook and discussed ways to work together in making the India- France Strategic Partnership a force for global good. Prime Minister’s visit to France displayed the strong friendship and goodwill not only between the two countries but also between the two leaders. 4. Prime Minister invited President Macron to visit India at the earliest opportunity. 5. A Joint Statement was issued after the talks, which may be seen here.
PM approves ex-gratia for the victims of Moradabad road accident

The Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi has approved an ex-gratia of Rs. 2 lakh each from Prime Minister’s National Relief Fund for the next of kin of those who have lost their lives in a road accident in Moradabad, Uttar Pradesh. Furthermore, an amount of Rs. 50,000 has been approved for everyone who is seriously injured in the accident. PMO tweeted “PM @narendramodi has approved an ex-gratia of Rs. 2 lakh each from Prime Minister’s National Relief Fund for the next of kin of those who have lost their lives due to the tragic road accident in Moradabad, Uttar Pradesh. Rs. 50,000 would be given to those seriously injured.”