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PM to visit Mumbai, Aurangabad and Nagpur in Maharashtra on September 7, 2019

Boost to Mumbai Metro, Major Expansion of Metro Routes Nagpur – PM to Inaugurate Aqua Line of City Metro The Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi will visit Mumbai, Aurangabad and Nagpur in Maharashtra on September 7, 2019. Mumbai In Mumbai, the PM will lay foundation stone for three metro lines, which will together add more than 42 km to the metro network of the city. The three corridors are 9.2 km long Gaimukh to ShivajiChowk (Mira Road) Metro-10 corridor, 12.7 km long Wadala to ChhatrapatiShivajiMaharaj Terminus Metro-11 corridor and 20.7km long Kalyan to Taloja Metro-12 corridor. The PM will also lay foundation stonefor a state-of-the-art Metro Bhavan; the 32-storey centre will operate and control 14 metro lines measuring around 340 km. The PM will inaugurate Bandongri Metro Station, Kandivali East. He will also inaugurate a state-of-the-art metro coach, the first metro coach under Make in India. The PM will release a Brand Vision Document for Maha Mumbai Metro. Aurangabad In Aurangabad, the PM will address a state-level MahilaSakshamMelava or Empowered Women’s Meet of Self Help Groups, being organized by Maharashtra State Rural Livelihood Mission (UMED). Nagpur In Nagpur, the PM will inaugurate 11 kilometrelong Aqua Line of Nagpur Metro, at Subhash Nagar Metro Station, Nagpur. The Aqua Line refers to the segment from Lokmanya Nagar Metro Station to Sitabuldi Interchange, named so due to the number of water bodies which are located along the alignment. The starting of passenger services from Lokmanya Nagar Metro Station to Sitabuldi Interchange. The new line would provide transport facilities to a number of college students travelling on that road, as also, the employee and workforce engaged in MIDC, Hingna. The PM will then proceed to Mankapur stadium, where he will inaugurate various projects. He will inaugurate the Out Patient Department of All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS), Nagpur. The PM will also launch Pradhan MantriVyapariMaan-DhanYojana, a national level Pension Scheme for Traders and Shopkeepers. The PM will also lay the foundation stone for four-laning of Nagpur-Umred section of NH-353D and for Saoner – Dhapewada – Kalmeshwar-Gondkhairi section of NH-547E. The PM will also lay the foundation stone for ICMR-NIV Satellite Centre of One Health, Nagpur. The Centre is being establishedto achieve the goal of One Health, a concept where human health, animal health, wild life and environment come together to achieve better public health outcomes. The ICMR’s Centre will work towards tackling emerging and existing zoonotic diseases, and will emphasize on identification of novel and unknown zoonotic agents, capacity building and human resource development.
Cabinet approves policy to provide Purchase Preference PSUs under Ministry of Petroleum & Natural Gas

The Union Cabinet chaired by the Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi has given its approval for Policy to provide Purchase Preference (linked with Local Content (PP-LC) in all Public Sector Undertakings under Ministry of Petroleum & Natural Gas. The Policy will be applicable for five years. A steering committee will be constituted to oversee implementation of the Policy and carry out annual review and recommend continuation of the policy from year to year basis. Under the Policy, the targets of Local Content (LC) will be stipulated for certain oil and gas business activities. The manufacturers/ service providers who meet the local content targets and whose quoted price is within 10% of the lowest valid price bid would be eligible for purchase preference for a stipulated portion of the purchase order on matching such price. The Policy is expected to encourage suppliers and service providers to progressively adopt ‘Make in India’ practices and add value to their goods and services within the country. The Policy will apply to all the Public Sector Enterprises and their wholly owned subsidiaries, Joint Ventures that have 51% or more equity by one or more Public Sector Enterprises, attached and subordinate offices of Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas. Background: The ‘Make in India’ initiative was launched by Prime Minister in September, 2014 as part of a wider set of nation-building initiatives devised to transform India into a global design and manufacturing hub. In tune with this campaign, the Government has decided to incentivize the growth in local content in goods and services while implementing oil and gas projects in India through a policy for providing Purchase Preference to the manufacturers/ service providers who meet the local content targets in oil and gas business activities.
PM pays glowing tributes to former PM, Shri Atal Bihari Vajpayee jee on unveiling of his portrait in parliament

Says, Atal jee was a communicator par excellence who always raised voice of the people A portrait of former Prime Minister, Shri Atal Bihari Vajpayee was unveiled at the Central Hall of Parliament today by the President of India, Shri Ram Nath Kovind. Vice President, Shri M. Venkaiah Naidu, Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi, Speaker Lok Sabha, Smt. Sumitra Mahajan and several other dignitaries were present on the occasion. Prime Minister Narendra Modi paid glowing tributes to Atal Behari Vajpayee jee and said, he will be forever in the Parliament’s Central Hall, inspiring and blessing us. Remembering his versatility, values for humanity and affection for the people, PM said it will take hours and hours to talk about the goodness of Atal Ji. PM stated that the Atal Behari Vajpayee jee spent a large part of his political career in opposition but continued raising issues of public interest and never deviated from his ideology. Describing Shri Atal Ji’s communication skills as unparalleled, PM said he had a great sense of humour also. Prime Minister said that Vajpayee jee’s silence was as powerful as his speeches. “When to speak and when to keep quiet was his extraordinary quality”, he added. About the legacy of Atal Behari Vajpayee jee, PM said we can take away a key message from him that in democracy there are no enemies but political rivals only.
PM’s meeting with President of Estonia on sidelines of UNGA 74

Prime Minister met President of the Republic of Estonia, H.E. Ms Kersti Kaljulaid on the sidelines of UNGA 74. Both the leaders had a detailed discussions on a broad spectrum of bilateral relations pursuant to the fruitful visit of Vice President of India to Estonia in August 2019. Both leaders discussed steps to deepen bilateral cooperation in the domain of e-Governance, Cyber security and Innovation. Prime Minister further thanked Estonia for its support to India’s candidature for UNSC non-permanent seat for 2021-2022. The meeting provided an opportunity to brief Estonia and to seek their views on enhanced opportunities for bilateral cooperation, thus further strengthening our existing friendly ties.
Determination of marketing margin for supply of domestic gas to urea and LPG producers

The Union Cabinet chaired by the Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi has given its approval for determination of marketing margin for supply of domestic gas to urea and LPG producers. This decision is a structural reform. Marketing Margin is the charge levied by gas marketing company on its consumers over and above the cost or basic price of gas for taking on the additional risk and cost associated with marketing gas. Currently, different transporters are charging different marketing margins for supply of natural gas. With this decision, there would be uniformity in the marketing margin on domestic gas charged by gas marketers for the regulated sectors, namely, Urea and LPG. There would be a reduction in marketing margin paid by Urea and LPG producers as a result of this decision. Further, the rate would be fixed on non-discretionary basis. The issue of vast disparity in marketing margins was looked into by the Petroleum & Natural Gas Regulatory Board (PNGRB) and the marketing margin finalized today is based on the recommendations of PNGRB. Future escalations in the marketing margin upto Wholesale Price Index (WPI) would be decided by the Ministry of Petroleum & Natural Gas itself. This decision is likely to enhance transparency and provide an element of certainty for future investments in gas infrastructure sector.
PM greets the former Prime Minister Shri Atal Bihari Vajpayee ji, on his birthday

PM expresses joy over celebrating his birthday as ‘Good Governance Day.’ Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi has greeted the former Prime Minister Shri Atal Bihari Vajpayee ji, on his birthday. The Prime Minister has expressed joy over celebrating his birthday as `Good Governance Day`. “à¤¶à¥�à¤°à¤¦à¥�à¤§à¥‡à¤¯ à¤…à¤Ÿà¤² à¤œà¥€ à¤•à¥‹ à¤‰à¤¨à¤•à¥‡ à¤œà¤¨à¥�à¤®à¤¦à¤¿à¤µà¤¸ à¤•à¥‡ à¤¶à¥�à¤­ à¤…à¤µà¤¸à¤° à¤ªà¤° à¤¢à¤¼à¥‡à¤°à¥‹à¤‚ à¤¶à¥�à¤­à¤•à¤¾à¤®à¤¨à¤¾à¤¯à¥‡à¤‚à¥¤ Warm birthday wishes to our one and only Atal ji.Â http://nm4.in/1CBaOcD There is no bigger tribute to Atal ji than celebrating his birthday as `Good Governance Day` and pledging to devote ourselves to this cause. Development and good governance are the only ways ahead. Together, let us make a positive impact in people`s lives and create a developed India”, the Prime Minister said.
PM pays tribute to India’s rich cultural diversity on the occasion of National Handloom Day

PM urges youngsters associated with StartUps to take part in Handloom Startup Grand Challenge The Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi has paid a tribute to India’s rich cultural diversity and all those working to celebrate India’s artistic traditions on the occasion of National Handloom Day. The Prime Minister also urged all youngsters associated with the world of StartUps to take part in Handloom Startup Grand Challenge. The Prime Minister tweeted; “On National Handloom Day, a tribute to India’s rich cultural diversity and all those working to celebrate our artistic traditions. #MyHandloomMyPride” “An excellent opportunity to ideate and innovate for weavers. Urging all those youngsters associated with the world of StartUps to take part… #MyHandloomMyPride
PM condoles demise of Shri D Prakash Rao

The Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi has expressed grief over the demise of Shri D Prakash Rao. In a tweet, the Prime Minister said, “Saddened by the demise of Shri D Prakash Rao. The outstanding work that has been done will continue motivating people. He rightly saw education as a vital means to empowerment. I recall my meeting with him in Cuttack a few years ago. Condolences to his family and admirers. Om Shanti”.
PM condoles the demise of Fidel Castro

The Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi has expressed his condolences on the sad demise of Cuban Leader Fidel Castro.‬ “I extend my deepest condolences to the Government & people of Cuba on the sad demise of Fidel Castro. May his soul rest in peace. We stand in support with the Cuban Government and people in this tragic hour. Fidel Castro was one of the most iconic personalities of the 20th century. India mourns the loss of a great friend”, the Prime Minister said.
Board members of United States India Strategic Partnership Forum call on PM

Board members of United States India Strategic Partnership Forum (USISPF) comprising senior industry and business captains of the United States of America, called on Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi today. They briefed the Prime Minister on the outcomes of India Leadership Summit held earlier in the day. The business leaders appreciated the economic and regulatory reforms implemented by the Government in the past four years, and expressed their desire to further deepen their engagements with India to make use of the mutually beneficial opportunities created by the rapidly growing Indian economy. The Prime Minister stated that both countries have benefitted in an unprecedented manner through economic engagement. He encouraged US companies to fully avail of the business opportunities in new areas as well, such as start-ups, energy, health care and digital technology.
PM to visit Arunachal Pradesh tomorrow

The Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi, will visit Arunachal Pradesh tomorrow. At a function in Itanagar, he will inaugurate the Dorjee Khandu State Convention Centre. This Convention Centre has an auditorium, conference halls and an exhibition hall. It is expected to become a significant landmark of Itanagar. The Prime Minister will also dedicate the State Civil Secretariat Building to the nation, and lay the Foundation Stone of the Academic Block of the Tomo Riba Institute of Health and Medical Science. From Arunachal Pradesh, the Prime Minister will proceed to Tripura on a non-official visit.
Cabinet Secretary condoles death of Dr. Guruprasad Mohapatra, Secretary DPIIT

Cabinet Secretary Shri Rajiv Gauba has expressed deep shock at the untimely death of Dr. Guruprasad Mohapatra, Secretary DPIIT. In his condolence message, Shri Gauba said “Dr. Mohapatra was a dear colleague and an outstanding civil servant with exceptional qualities of strategic thinking and leadership. As the head of one of the Empowered Groups, he worked with utmost dedication in the ongoing fight against Covid-19 pandemic. Even after he had tested positive and was not well, he continued to work for long hours, monitoring the supply of oxygen across the country, under very challengingcircumstances. He will be remembered for his proactive approach and his commitment to public service. His untimely death is an irreparable loss to all of us. I extend my deepest condolences to the members of his family.”
PM praises retired army officer for supporting destitute animals

Major Pramila Singh (Retd) arranged food and treatment of the animals from her savings Your initiative is a source of inspiration for society, wrote the PM This unprecedented crisis is difficult for animals also and we need to be sensitive towards their needs and pain: PM The Prime Minister, Narendra Modi has written a letter to Pramila Singh, a resident of Kota, Rajasthan who retired as a Major from the Indian Army, praising for her kindness and service. During the lockdown in Corona, Major Pramila Singh(Retd), along with her father Shyamveer Singh, took care of the helpless and destitute animals, understood their pain and came forward to help them. Major Pramila and her father arranged for food and treatment of the stray animals roaming on the streets with their personal deposits. While praising Major Pramila, Prime Minister Modi has described her efforts as an inspiration for the society. The Prime Minister wrote in the letter, ‘In the last almost one and a half years, we have faced unprecedented situations with fortitude. This is such a historical period that people will not forget for the rest of their lives. This is a difficult period not only for humans but also for many creatures living in close proximity of humans. In such a situation, it is commendable for you to be sensitive to the pain and needs of destitute animals and to work with full potential at the individual level for their welfare.’ At the same time, Prime Minister Modi said in the letter that in this difficult time, many such examples have been seen which have given us a cause to feel pride in humanity.The Prime Minister expressed hope that Major Pramila and her father will continue to inspire people with their work by spreading awareness in the society with their initiatives. Earlier, Major Pramila Singh had written a letter to the Prime Minister informing that the work of taking care of animals, which she started during the lockdown, is still continuing. Expressing the pain of helpless animals in the letter, she appealed that more people should come forward to help them.
Cabinet condoles the demise of Selvi J Jayalalithaa, Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu

The Union Cabinet met under the Chairmanship of Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi and condoled the demise of Selvi J Jayalalithaa, Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu who passed away on 5.12.2016 at Apollo Hospital in Chennai. The Cabinet observed two minute silence in her memory and passed a condolence resolution. The text of the resolution is as follows: “The Cabinet expresses profound sorrow at the sad demise of Selvi J. Jayalalithaa, Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu on 5.12.2016 at Apollo Hospital, Chennai. In her passing away, the country has lost a veteran and distinguished leader, affectionately called “Amma”. 2. Born on February 24, 1948 at Mysore, Selvi J. Jayalalithaa got her education at the Bishop Cotton Girls’ High School at Bengaluru and the Presentation Convent Church Park at Chennai. She had a prolific career in films made in Tamil, Telugu, Kannada, Hindi, English and Malayalam. She also made her mark in classical dances such as Bharatnatyam, Mohini Attam, Kathak and Manipuri. She was honoured with Kalaimamani award by the Tamil Nadu Government in 1972. 3. Selvi J. Jayalalithaa entered politics and became a member in AIADMK in 1982. She was elected as a Member of Parliament to the Rajya Sabha in 1984. She was elected to the Tamil Nadu Legislative Assembly in 1989. She was instrumental in the victory of AIADMK in the General Elections to the Lok Sabha and to the Tamil Nadu Legislative Assembly in 1984. In 1989, she became the first woman Leader of the Opposition in Tamil Nadu Legislative Assembly. 4. She became the Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu in 1991 and served the State as Chief Minister from June, 1991 to May, 1996, from May, 2001 to September, 2001, from March, 2002 to May, 2006, from May, 2011 to September, 2014 and from May, 2015 to 5.12.2016. 5. People of Tamil Nadu have lost their popular leader. The Cabinet extends its heartfelt condolences to the people of Tamil Nadu on behalf of the Government and the entire nation.”
Cabinet approves raising of four additional battalions of National Disaster Response Force

The Union Cabinet chaired by Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi has given the approval for raising of four (4) additional battalions of National Disaster Response Force (NDRF) to strengthen the India’s disaster response set up at an estimated cost of Rs 637 crore. Details: The objective of raising four additional battalions is to reduce the response time keeping in view the vast geographic area of the country. These four battalions will initially be raised as two battalions in Indo-Tibetan Border Police (ITBP) and one battalion each in Border Security Force (BSF) and Assam Rifles (ARs). Later these four battalions will be converted into NDRF battalions. Based on the vulnerability profile, these four battalions will be placed in Jammu and Kashmir, Himachal Pradesh, Uttarakhand and Delhi National Capital Region. Background: NDRF is a specialized force, which has been created in the year 2006 for the purpose of specialist response during the natural and man-made disaster or threatening situation. At present there are 12 battalions in NDRF which are deployed strategically across the country to provide immediate response.
PM congratulates Indian contingent at the World Archery Youth Championships in Wroclaw for winning medals

The Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi has congratulated the Indian contingent at the World Archery Youth Championships in Wroclaw for winning 15 medals including 8 Golds. In a tweet, the Prime Minister said; “The Indian contingent at the World Archery Youth Championships in Wroclaw has made us proud by winning 15 medals including 8 Golds. Congrats to our team and best wishes for their future endeavours. May this success inspire more youngsters to pursue archery and excel in it.”
PM pays tribute to Atal Bihari Vajpayee on the his Punya Tithi

The Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi has paid tributes to former Prime Minister, Shri Atal Bihari Vajpayee on the his Punya Tithi. The Prime Minister tweeted; “Today, on the Punya Tithi of respected Atal Ji, visited Sadaiv Atal and paid tributes to him. We remain inspired by Atal Ji’s efforts to serve India. He made pioneering efforts to transform India and prepare our nation for the challenges of the 21st century.”
PM congratulates Nitu Ghanghas for winning the Gold medal in 48 kg Women’s Boxing at CWG 2022

The Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi has congratulated Nitu Ghanghas for winning the Gold medal in 48 kg Women’s Boxing at Commonwealth Games, 2022. The Prime Minister tweeted; “Congratulations to Nitu Ghanghas for a hard earned and well deserved Gold medal in Boxing at CWG 2022. She has pursued sports diligently and with utmost passion. Her success is going to make Boxing more popular. My best wishes for her future endeavours. #Cheer4India”
Rajasthan CM presents draft worth Rs 5 crore to PM, for PMNRF

The Chief Minister of Rajasthan, Smt. Vasundhara Raje, today presented a draft worth Rs. 5 crore to Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi, for the Prime Minister’s National Relief Fund. The amount includes one months salary donated by all MPs and MLAs, and one day’s salary from various officers and workers unions.
Cabinet approves Amendment of the Ancient Monuments and Archaeological Sites and Remains Act, 1958

The Union Cabinet chaired by the Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi has approved the introduction of the Ancient Monuments and Archaeological Sites Remains (Amendment) Bill, 2017 in the Parliament. To make way for certain constructions limited strictly to public works and projects essential to public within the prohibited area, the following amendments have been approved: i) Insertion of a new definition of “public works” in section 2 of the Act. ii) Amendment to section 20A of the Act so as to allow any Department or Office of the Central Government to carry out public works in the prohibited area after obtaining permission from the Central Government. iii) Insertion of a new clause (ea) to section 20-I of the principal Act Background: The Ancient Monuments and Archaeological Sites Remains Act, 1958 (as amended in the year 2010) prohibits grant of any permission for new construction within the prohibited area of a centrally protected monument/ site. Prohibition of new construction within prohibited area is adversely impacting various public works and developmental projects of the Central Government. The amendment will pave way for certain constructions limited strictly to public works and projects essential to public within the prohibited area and benefit the public at large.
Cabinet approves MoU between India and Kyrgyzstan on Cooperation in the field of Health

The Union Cabinet, chaired by the Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi, has approved theproposal of the Ministry of Health & Family Welfare for signing a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) between the Ministry of Health & Family Welfare of the Republic of India and the Ministry of Health of the Kyrgyz Republic in the field of Health. Scope of Cooperation: The Memorandum of Cooperation covers the following areas of cooperation:- Strengthening of healthcare systems; Non-communicable diseases, communicable diseases and anti-microbialresistance; Development of hospital management systems and health informationsystems Hospital Management; Maternal and child health; Medical Researches; Exchange of experience in transplantation of kidney and liver, cardiacsurgery, oncology, orthopedics, traumatology, etc.; Improving capacity of human resources in the field of health; Exchange of information and experience in the field of regulation ofpharmaceuticals & medical devices circulation; Exchange of experience and information on good practice of clinical trials ofmedicines and medical products; Integrated surveillance of diseases; Arranging visits for the experience exchange among physicians, nurses andIT-specialists; Exchange of experience on e-health; Providing opportunities for health specialists to receive training andprofessional development at the “India-Kyrgyz Center for InformationTechnologies” with further internships in the Republic of India; Health Tourism; and Any other area of cooperation as may be mutually decided upon. Implementation: A Working Group will be set up to further elaborate the details of cooperation and to oversee the implementation of this Memorandum of Understanding.