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PM receives Shiv Sena delegation on education initiatives

Shri Aditya Thackeray, President of the ‘Yuva Sena,’ called on Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi today. He was accompanied by a delegation comprising Shiv Sena MPs including Shri Anandrao Adsul. Shri Aditya Thackeray briefed the Prime Minister on voluntary initiatives for the education sector – including distribution of study material for Classes 8th, 9th and 10th through “Tablet PCs” in the state of Maharashtra. The Prime Minister appreciated the initiative and complimented Shri Aditya Thackeray for the same.
PM congratulates His Excellency Naftali Bennett on becoming the PM of Israel

PM expresses gratitude to His Excellency Benjamin Netanyahu for India-Israel strategic partnership The Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi has congratulated His Excellency Naftali Bennett on becoming the Prime Minister of Israel. In a tweet, the Prime Minister said, “Excellency @naftalibennett, congratulations on becoming the Prime Minister of Israel. As we celebrate 30 years of the upgradation of diplomatic relations next year, I look forward to meeting you and deepening the strategic partnership between our two countries. @IsraeliPM” The Prime Minister also expressed his gratitude to His Excellency Benjamin Netanyahu for his leadership and personal attention to India-Israel strategic partnership. The Prime Minister said, “As you complete your successful tenure as the Prime Minister of the State of Israel, I convey my profound gratitude for your leadership and personal attention to India-Israel strategic partnership @netanyahu.”
PM’s departure statement before his visit to Bishkek

I am visiting Bishkek (Kyrgyz Republic) on 13-14 June 2019 to attend the meeting of the Council of Heads of State of the Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO). We attach special importance to SCO in promoting multilateral, political, security, economic and people-to-people interaction in the region. India has actively participated in various SCO dialogue mechanisms since its full membership of SCO two years ago. We have extended full cooperation to the Chairmanship of the Kyrgyz Republic over the past year. The Summit is expected to discuss the global security situation, multilateral economic cooperation, people-to-people exchanges and topical issues of international and regional importance. On the sidelines of the Summit, I also plan to meet several leaders bilaterally. On the invitation of the President of the Kyrgyz Republic, I will also be on an official bilateral visit to the Kyrgyz Republic on 14 June 2019, after conclusion of the SCO Summit. India and the Kyrgyz Republic, bound by historical and civilizational links, share traditionally warm and friendly relations. In recent times, our relations have expanded in several areas of bilateral engagement, including defence, security, trade and investment. Apart from our discussions on the entire range of bilateral cooperation, President Jeenbekov and I will jointly address the first meeting of India-Kyrgyz Business Forum. I am confident that my visit tothe Kyrgyz Republic will further strengthen and consolidate our cooperation with the SCO member countries and with the Kyrgyz Republic.
PM strongly condemns attack in Kokrajhar

The Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi has expressed sadness and strongly condemned the attack in Kokrajhar, Assam. “Saddened by the attack in Kokrajhar. We strongly condemn it. Thoughts and prayers with the bereaved families and those injured. The Home Ministry is in touch with the Assam Government and is monitoring the situation closely”, the Prime Minister said.
Eminent Sanskrit scholar Dr. Naheed Abidi calls on PM

Dr. Naheed Abidi, an eminent Sanskrit scholar from Varanasi, today called on the Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi, and presented two books written by her. Dr. Abidi has translated the works of several Persian scholars into Hindi and Sanskrit, with the objective of spreading this knowledge among the people of India. The Prime Minister appreciated her work.
PM condoles the loss of lives due to bus accident in East Godavari district, Andhra Pradesh

The Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi has condoled the loss of lives due to bus accident in East Godavari district, Andhra Pradesh. “Loss of lives due to a bus accident in East Godavari district, AP is saddening and unfortunate. My deepest condolences”, the Prime Minister said.
PM bows to Bhai Taru Singh Ji, on his 300th birth anniversary

The Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi has bowed to Bhai Taru Singh Ji, on the occasion of his 300th birth anniversary. In a tweet, the Prime Minister said, “On the special occasion of his 300th birth anniversary, I bow to the great Bhai Taru Singh Ji. His name will always be synonymous with courage and fearlessness. Always proud of his culture as well as ethos, he never bowed to injustice. He continues to inspire millions.”
PM and Chinese President visit Sabarmati Ashram

The Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi, and the Chinese President, Xi Jinping, today visited the Sabarmati Ashram in Ahmedabad. President Jinping was dressed in an off-white Khadi jacket, which had been presented to him earlier today by the Prime Minister. The two leaders spent a few minutes at Hriday Kunj in the Ashram, where President Jinping operated the charkha. (spinning wheel)
PM’s message on Teachers’ Day

Instill the spirit of innovation in young minds Teachers should become active partners in curbing single use plastic Following is the text of Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi’s message on Teachers Day. “Wishing you, and the entire teaching community a Happy Teachers’ Day! This is a day to salute the entire teaching fraternity for their hardwork, dedication and commitment. In addition to teaching subjects in the classroom, teachers are exceptional guides and mentors, who play prominent roles on the lives of their students. The selfless nature of teachers is universally admired. Despite the busy schedules and familial responsibilities, teachers ensure that students are able to learn new ideas and concepts with ease. Focus on outcomes: Today, India is witnessing a paradigm shift in the education sector. We have moved away from the conventional approach of merely focusing on outlays and are now giving priority to outcomes. In this context, it makes me happy to see our teachers working hard to ignite a spirit of research and innovation among young minds. It is this spirit that will give our youth the power to do exceptional things for themselves and the nation. Help curb single use plastic: This Teachers’ Day, I have a request for my fellow teachers. As you are aware, India has taken up a mass movement to eliminate single use plastic. I seek the active support and participation of the teaching community in this movement. If teachers explain to the students the harm caused to our environment by single-use plastic and advice them to shun it, students will feel motivated to become a part of the cause. This would be a great tribute to beloved Bapu on his 150th Jayanti. On this day, I also pay tributes to the great Dr. S. Radhakrishnan, a brilliant teacher and mentor himself. May his life inspire more people to join the teaching profession and shape young minds. Teachers’ Day greetings once again!”
PM to visit Punjab on January 3, 2019

To inaugurate 106th edition of Indian Science Congress in Jalandhar The Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi will visit Punjab on January 3, 2019. He will inaugurate the 106th edition of Indian Science Congress (ISC)-2019 on January 3 in Jalandhar, Punjab. He will also deliver the inaugural address on this occasion.Prime Minister will then proceed to Gurdaspur in Punjab, where he will address a Public Rally. In keeping with the PM’s vision to give a boost to spirit of Science, Technology and Innovation across the country, it will be the fifth Indian Science Congress to be addressed by the Prime Minister Shri Modi since he assumed office . In the Past, he has delivered Inaugural Address at 105th Edition of ISC in 2018, 104th Edition in 2017, 103rd Edition in 2016 and 102nd Edition in 2015.
Cabinet approves MoU between India and Korea for export credit of USD 9 billion

The Union Cabinet chaired by the Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi has approved the proposed Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) between Export-Import Bank of India (EXIM Bank) and Export-Import Bank of Korea (KEXIM) for export credit of USD 9 billion for infrastructural development in India and for the supply of goods and services as part of projects in third countries. The MoU is proposed to be signed between the two banks during the forthcoming visit of the Finance Minister Shri Arun Jaitley, to Seoul, Korea during 14-15 June 2017 for the Annual Financial Bilateral Dialogue. The decision is expected to promote the country’s international exports, and deepen political and financial ties between India and Korea. The export credit will be utilized through lending by EXIM Bank for promoting projects for priority sectors, including smart cities, railways, power generation and transmission etc., in India and for the supply of goods and services from India and Korea as part of projects in third countries. Implementation Strategy Under the implementation strategy, the parties to the MoU will hold mutual consultations to structure the financial assistance, review the existing arrangements and related procedures. EXIM Bank will identify viable projects in India. For projects in third countries, both parties will jointly identify viable projects. It is understood from EXIM Bank that the USD 9 billion would be extended by KEXIM by way of Investment Credit (typically export credit facility to finance projects with a certain level of Korean import content and interest rates as per OECD export credit guidelines). This amount may also be utilized by KEXIM as the financier without the participation of EXIM Bank subject to satisfaction of the purpose. The supply of goods and services from India and Korea as part of projects in third countries will be an additional avenue which this MoU will enable. It will help in exchanging mutual experience, sharing information on financing export and import operations, project assessment and knowledge generated in respective fields of activities. Background The Joint Statement issued in 2015 during the visit of the Prime Minister to the Republic of Korea stated that Korea intends to offer USD 10 billion of infrastructural development in India. The package was subsequently prepared to comprise of USD 1 billion from the South Korean Economic Development Cooperation Fund (EDCF) as government to government funding and USD 9 billion as export credit from KEXIM. The credit of USD 9 billion from KEDIM is to be through a formal MoU to be signed between KEXIM and EXIM Bank.
Kuwait NRI student Riddhiraj donates Prize Money to Indian Army Welfare Fund

Kuwait living NRI student Ma. Riddhiraj Kumar presented a cheque of Rs. 18,000 to the Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi as donation for Army Welfare Fund. He won total 80 KD (Kuwait Dinars), equal to his donation, as prize money from ACER. Ma. Riddhiraj Kumar met the Shri Narendra Modi along with his mother, here today. Student from Indian Educational School, Kuwait, Ma. Riddhiraj won the International Bench Mark Test for Improving Learning Award for Excellence conducted by the Australian Council for Education Research (ACER). Ma. Riddhiraj excelled both in Mathematics and Science, for Middle East, to win a total of 80 Kuwait Dinars. Shri Narendra Modi congratulated Ma. Riddhiraj for his generosity and excellence in academics. The Prime Minister also learnt that the boy has several innovative projects to his credit. Smt. Krupa Bhatt, mother of the student, told the Prime Minister that she is working on ‘Every Child is Genius Project’ and organising free seminars for the teachers in India, on identifying talents of the children. Prime Minister also congratulated her for the commitment showing in spreading innovative learning projects.
PM congratulates Theresa May, on taking over as the new PM of UK

Appreciates contribution of Mr. David Cameron in strengthening India-UK ties The Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi has congratulated Theresa May, on taking over as the new Prime Minister of United Kingdom. Prime Minister also appreciated contribution of Mr. David Cameron in strengthening India-UK ties. “Congratulations to Theresa May on taking over as the new UK PM. Looking forward to working with her for stronger India-UK ties. I also appreciate the significant contribution of David Cameron in strengthening India-UK ties.”, the Prime Minister said.
Cabinet approves Taxation Laws (Amendment) Bill, 2019

The Union Cabinet chaired by the Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi has approved the proposal for introducing the Taxation Laws (Amendment) Bill, 2019 in order to replace the Ordinance. Economic developments after the enactment of the Finance (No. 2) Act, 2019 (Finance Act) along with reduction of rate of corporate income tax by many countries world over necessitated the provision of additional fiscal stimulus to attract investment, generate employment and boost the economy. As these could have been achieved through amendment to the Income-tax Act, 1961 (IT Act) or to the Finance Act and the Parliament was not in session, it was done through promulgation of The Taxation Laws (Amendment) Ordinance 2019 (the Ordinance) in September, 2019. Salient features of the amendments made by the Ordinance are provided in the following paras. In order to promote growth and investment, a new provision was inserted in the IT Act to provide that with effect from the current financial year 2019-20, an existing domestic company may opt to pay tax at 22% plus surcharge at 10% and cess at 4%, if it does not claim any incentive/deduction. The effective tax rate for these companies comes to 25.17% for these companies. They would also not be subjected to Minimum Alternate Tax (MAT). In order to attract fresh investment in manufacturing and provide boost to ‘Make-in India’ initiative of the Government, another provision was inserted to the IT Act, to provide that a domestic manufacturing company set up on or after 1st October, 2019 and which commences manufacturing by 31st March, 2023, may opt to pay tax at 15% plus surcharge at 10% and cess at 4% if it does not claim any incentive/deduction. The effective rate of tax comes to 17.16% for these companies. They would also not be subjected to MAT. A company which does not opt for the concessional tax regime and avails the tax exemption/incentive shall continue to pay tax at the pre-amended rate. However, these companies can opt for the concessional tax regime after expiry of their tax holiday/exemption period. After the exercise of the option they shall be liable to pay tax at the rate of 22%. Further, in order to provide relief to companies which continue to avail exemptions/incentive, the rate of MAT was reduced from existing 18.5% to 15%. In order to provide relief to listed companies, the buy-back tax on shares of listed companies introduced through the Finance Act will not apply to buy-backs in respect of which public announcement were made before 5th July, 2019. In order to stabilise the flow of funds into the capital market, it was provided that the enhanced surcharge introduced through the Finance Act on capital gains arising on account of transfer of listed equity share or certain units which are liable to securities transaction tax will not apply. Further, it was also provided that the enhanced surcharge will not apply to capital gains income of FPIs arising out of transfer of any security including derivatives, having concessional tax regime.
Diwali Milan organized at PMO

Diwali Milan was organizedfor all the officers and staff of Prime Minister’s Office at LokKalyan Marg today. Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi extended warm Diwali greetings to everyone. Appreciating the good work done by the entire PMO staff, Prime Minister said that the all the transformative work done by the government has been possible due to the hard work and continuous effort of the staff. He enthused the staff to take stock of what has happened in the previous year and strive to achieve greater heights in the coming year. Prime Minister said that PMO acts as a role model for the entire government. He added that PMO not only executes but also inspires and leads the way. Prime Minister urged the staff to be an inspiration to the rest of the Government with their work ethic and commitment. He outlined the goals that should be fulfilled before India celebrates its 75th year of independence in 2022. Prime Minister said that PMO should keep working towards fulfilling the dreams and aspirations of millions of citizens.
PM chairs 35th PRAGATI interaction

Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi today chaired the meeting of 35th edition of PRAGATI, the ICT based multi-modal platform for Pro-Active Governance and Timely Implementation, involving Central and State governments. In the meeting, ten agenda items were taken for review including nine projects and one program. Among the nine projects, three projects were from the Ministry of Railways, three from MORTH, and one project each from DPIIT, Power Ministry and Ministry of External Affairs. These nine projects have a cumulative cost of Rs. 54,675 crore concerning the 15 states viz. Odisha, Karnataka, Andhra Pradesh, Maharashtra, Chhattisgarh, Punjab, Jharkhand, Bihar, Telangana, Rajasthan, Gujarat, West Bengal, Haryana, Uttarakhand, and Uttar Pradesh. During the interaction, the Prime Minister also reviewed the Pradhan Mantri Bhartiya Jan Aushadhi Pariyojana. The Prime Minister directed all the officials to ensure expeditious resolution of issues hindering infrastructure projects. He also encouraged Department of Pharmaceuticals and states and UTs to ensure wide publicity of Pradhan Mantri Bhartiya Jan Aushadhi Pariyojana and use technology to enhance its effectiveness. Up to the 34th edition of PRAGATI meetings, 283 projects having a total cost of 13.14 lakh crore have been reviewed.
PM to launch historic torch relay for 44th Chess Olympiad on 19th June

India to host Chess Olympiad for the first time Olympic style torch relay introduced for the first time in Chess Olympiad All future torch relay of Chess Olympiad to start from India Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi will launch the historic torch relay for the 44th Chess Olympiad on 19th June at 5 PM at Indira Gandhi Stadium, New Delhi. He will also address the gathering on the occasion. This year, for the very first time, the International Chess Body, FIDE, has instituted the Chess Olympiad Torch that is part of Olympic tradition, but was never done in the Chess Olympiad. India will be the first-ever country to have the Chess Olympiad Torch Relay. Notably, taking the Indian roots of Chess to a greater height, this tradition of Torch Relay for the Chess Olympiad will henceforth always begin in India and travel across all continents before reaching the host country. FIDE President Arkady Dvorkovich will hand over the torch to Prime Minister, who in turn will hand it over to Grandmaster Vishwanathan Anand. This torch will then be taken to 75 cities in a span of 40 days before the final culmination at Mahabalipuram near Chennai. At every location, chess grandmasters of the state will receive the torch. The 44th Chess Olympiad will be held in Chennai from July 28 to August 10, 2022. The prestigious competition, which has been organised since 1927, is being hosted in India for the first time and in Asia after 30 years. With 189 countries participating, this will be the largest participation in any Chess Olympiad.
PM addresses Destination Uttarakhand: Investors’ Summit 2018

The Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi, today addressed Destination Uttarakhand: Investors’ Summit 2018, in Dehradun. He said India is going through a period of rapid transformation. He said it is widely accepted that India will be a major engine of world growth in the coming decades. He said the speed and scale of economic reform in India is unprecedented. In this context, he mentioned that India had improved by 42 ranks in the Ease of Doing Business rankings. The Prime Minister spoke of the reforms initiated in taxation. He said the Insolvency and Bankrupty Code has made doing business easier. The Prime Minister said that the implementation of GST is the biggest tax reform since independence. He added that this has transformed the country into a single market, and has helped increase the tax base. The Prime Minister said that the infrastructure sector is progressing rapidly. He spoke of the fast pace of road construction, railway line construction, new metro systems, high speed rail project, and dedicated freight corridors. The Prime Minister also mentioned the progress made in the aviation sector, and in providing housing, power, clean fuel, health and banking services to the people. He said the recently launched Ayushman Bharat scheme will spur the development of medical infrastructure in the tier 2 and tier 3 cities. The Prime Minister said that New India is a great destination for investment, and “Destination Uttarakhand” represents this spirit. He spoke of the measures taken for investor facilitation in the State. He also spoke of the progress made in initiatives being taken for improving connectivity in the State, including the Char-Dham all weather road project, and the Rishikesh-Karnprayag Railway line project. The Prime Minister spoke of the State’s immense potential in the tourism sector. The Prime Minister spoke of initiatives being taken in the food processing and renewable energy sectors. He also mentioned the achievements of the “Make in India” initiative.
PM congratulates Spiritual leader, Sri Sri Ravi Shankar, on being conferred with Colombia’s highest civilian award

Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi has congratulated Spiritual leader, Sri Sri Ravi Shankar, on being conferred with Colombia’s highest civilian award. “Congratulations to Sri Sri ji on being conferred ‘Orden de la Democracia Simon Bolivar en el grado de cruz Caballero’ by Colombia. We are very proud of the excellent work Sri Sri ji is doing across the world. His noble efforts have always created a major impact globally”, the Prime Minister said.