Union Minister of State (Independent Charge) Science & Technology; Minister of State (Independent Charge) Earth Sciences; MoS PMO, Personnel, Public Grievances, Pensions, Atomic Energy and Space, Dr Jitendra Singh today said, Healthcare sector in India is expected to grow to reach a size of $50 billion by 2025. Addressing the 14th CII Global MedTech Summit titled “Seizing the Global Opportunity”, Dr Jitendra Singh said, under Prime Minister Modi, healthcare has become more focused on innovation and technology over the past two years and 80% of healthcare systems are aiming to increase…
Month: September 2022
To separately hold bilateral talks with his Japanese counterpart
Upon completion of his visit to Mongolia, Raksha Mantri Shri Rajnath Singh will leave for Japan on September 07, 2022 on a four-day official visit. The Raksha Mantri, along with External Affairs Minister Dr S Jaishankar, will participate in the 2nd India-Japan 2+2 Ministerial Dialogue in Tokyo on September 08, 2022. The Japanese side will be represented by Minister of Defence Mr Yasukazu Hamada and Minister of Foreign Affairs Mr Yoshimasa Hayashi. The 2+2 Dialogue will review bilateral cooperation across domains and chart out the way forward. India and Japan are…
Indian economy to comprise 30% of Global GDP in the next 20 years: Nirmala Sitharaman
The U.S. Chamber of Commerce’s U.S.-India Business Council (USIBC)’s India Ideas Summit 2022 was organised today at the Taj Palace Hotel, New Delhi. Focussed on the theme of Maximizing the Next 75 Years of US-India prosperity, the day saw senior ministers, policy makers, influential commentators and business leaders from India and the US deliberate and debate on strengthening business relations between India and the US. Following a traditional lamp lighting ceremony and plenary addresses at the on-ground event, India Ideas Summit 2022 was inaugurated by Smt. Nirmala Sitharaman, Hon’ble Minister of Finance &…
Shri Goyal urges Indian Diaspora to use ODOP products for festivals and for gifting
The Union Minister of Commerce and Industry, Consumer Affairs, Food and Public Distribution and Textiles, Shri Piyush Goyal has said that Indian Diaspora in the US are the true ambassadors of the philosophy of ‘Vasudhaiva Kutumbakam’ (world is one family). He complimented the Indian community for their phenomenal value creation in the US and for giving back to India by contributing and supporting through partnerships, newer technologies and newer ideas. He said this while addressing the Community reception in San Francisco. Speaking about the initiative, ‘India-US startup SETU’ (supporting entrepreneurs…
Shri Piyush Goyal interacts with Venture Capitalists in San Francisco Bay Area
Union Minister for Commerce and Industry, Consumer Affairs, Food and Public Distribution and Textiles, Shri Piyush Goyal today interacted with the Venture Capitalists in San Francisco Bay Area. “Held an engaging interaction with venture capitalists in San Francisco Bay Area. Encouraged them for deeper engagements & greater partnerships with the vibrant Indian startup ecosystem”, the Minister tweeted about the meeting. He also encouraged them to consider mentorship of early-stage Indian startups to help them scale and succeed Shri Goyal also met with the CEO of Zscaler, Mr. Jay Chaudhry in…
SETU to connect start-ups in India to US-based investors and start-up ecosystem leaders
The Minister of Commerce and Industry, Consumer Affairs, Food and Public Distribution and Textiles, Shri Piyush Goyal launched the US Startup SETU – Supporting Entrepreneurs in Transformation and Upskilling programme in the Bay Area of San Francisco. The initiative would connect start-ups in India to US-based investors and start-up ecosystem leaders with mentorship and assistance in various areas including funding, market access and commercialization. The programme was launched at a luncheon interaction focused on specific issues related to start-up ecosystem in India. The meeting focused on ways to encourage domestic…
In aftermath of Cyrus Mistry’s death, Nitin Gadkari makes car seat belts mandatory
Following the death of Cyrus Mistry in a car accident last Sunday, Union Minister of Road Transport and Highways Nitin Gadkari stated that seat belts will be mandatory for all passengers sitting in a vehicle. “It will now be mandatory for all the people sitting in the car to wear a seat belt,” the Union Minister said. “After the death of Cyrus Mistry, today the government has taken a big decision for the safety of the backseat passengers. A seat belt is required for the back seat,” Nitin Gadkari said.The…
Micro Focus announces five new charity partnerships in India
Micro Focus has announced five new partnerships in India committed to achieving sustainable long-term impacts. The community-focused programmes aim to address climate change resilience, improve quality and equity in school education, and develop employability skills to enhance social mobility. As part of Micro Focus INSPIRE, the company-wide Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) programme, the partnerships build on the company’s long-standing social responsibility commitments and further strengthen the company’s support for the United Nations’ Sustainable Development Goals (UN SDGs) to help to achieve a more sustainable future for all. The latest charities…
Liz Truss defeats Rishi Sunak to become UK’s next Prime Minister
The United Kingdom has elected Foreign Minister and Conservative Party leader Liz Truss as its next Prime Minister on Monday. Succeeding ousted Boris Johnson as British Prime Minister, Liz Truss defeated her rival, former finance minister Rishi Sunak, to win the Tory leadership contest. Liz Truss defeated rival Rishi Sunak with 81,326 votes to 60,399 among party members. Delivering her victory speech, Liz Truss said, “I am honoured to be elected Leader of the Conservative Party. Thank you for putting your trust in me to lead and deliver for our great…
Vodafone Idea Foundation Unveils ‘Teachers Diary’ on occasion of Teachers Day
On the occasion of Teachers Day to celebrate teachers, Vodafone Idea Foundation (VIF), the CSR arm of Vi, hosted a virtual ‘Vodafone Idea Teachers Day Celebration’. On the occasion, Vi Foundation unveiled ‘Teachers Diary’ – a compilation of real life stories of outstanding and inspiring teachers, and also felicitated select teachers for their exemplary work in the field of education. The book ‘Teachers Diary’ was unveiled by Dr. Rukmini Banerji, CEO, Pratham Education Foundation in the presence of P Balaji, Chief Regulatory & Corporate Affairs Officer, VIL, and Director, Vodafone Idea Foundation; and Dr. Nilay Ranjan, Head, Vodafone…