Month: December 2023

PM inaugurates Kashi Tamil Sangamam 2023

Manish Kumar

The Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi inaugurated the Kashi Tamil Sangamam 2023 in Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh today. Shri Modi flagged off the Kanyakumari – Varanasi Tamil Sangamam train and launched multi language and braille translations of Thirukkural, Manimekalai and other classic Tamil literature on the occasion. He also took a walkthrough of the exhibition and witnessed a cultural program. Kashi Tamil Sangamam aims to celebrate, reaffirm and rediscover the age-old links between Tamil Nadu and Kashi – two of the country’s most important and ancient seats of learning. Addressing the…

PM’s address during the interaction with beneficiaries of ‘Viksit Bharat Sankalp Yatra (Urban)’ in Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh

Manish Kumar

People across the country, involved in government, political, and social activities, are dedicating their time to make the ‘Viksit Bharat Sankalp Yatra‘ (Developed India Resolution Journey) successful. Therefore, as a Member of Parliament, it was my responsibility to also contribute my time to this program. So, today, I have come here just as a Member of Parliament and your ‘sevak’, ready to participate in this program, much like you. In our country, governments have come and gone, numerous schemes have been formulated, discussions have taken place, and big promises have…

Dhiraj Sahu’s first reaction after raids: ‘Money has nothing to do with Congress, let IT Dept decide…’

Manish Kumar

Speaking to the media, Congress Rajya Sabha MP Dhiraj Sahu also gave an account of how he made a fortune through his different businesses including schools, colleges and other entities. In his first media interaction after the recent Income Tax raids on his premises, Congress MP Dhiraj Sahu claimed that the money has nothing to do with his party or any other political outfit. His statements came days after the IT Department unearthed more than Rs 300 crore from different locations of the leader. Speaking to the media, the Rajya Sabha…

Pre- Vibrant Gujarat Summit on “ Liveable Cities of Tomorrow” held in Gandhinagar

Manish Kumar

In light of rapid urbanisation, it is widely acknowledged that cities will be the principal agents for driving a changed world and addressing global commitments related to combating climate change, eradicating hunger & poverty and promoting healthy living. In this context Gujarat Urban Development Mission under Urban Development & Urban Housing Department of Gujarat, in collaboration with Ahmedabad Municipal Corporation, and other partner organisations, organised Pre- Vibrant Gujarat Summit on *”Liveable Cities of Tomorrow”, today at Mahatma Mandir, Gandhinagar, Gujarat. The summit brought together city leaders, practitioners, academicians, industry experts…

Shri Dharmendra Pradhan attends the Diamond Jubilee Celebration of Kendriya Vidyalaya Sangathan

Manish Kumar

Union Minister for Education and Skill Development & Entrepreneurship, Shri Dharmendra Pradhan, attended the function commemorating the Diamond Jubilee of Kendriya Vidyalaya Sangathan today in New Delhi. Minister of State for Education Smt. Annpurna Devi; Minister of State for Education and External Affairs, Dr. Rajkumar Ranjan Singh; Secretary, Department of School Education & Literacy, Ministry of Education Shri Sanjay Kumar; Air Vice Marshal, Manoj Kumar Mehra; Commissioner, KVS, Smt. Nidhi Pandey; Padma Shri and Arjuna Award Winner and an alumnus of the Kendriya Vidyalaya, Smt. Deepa Malik; and other dignitaries…

MoU BETWEEN INDIAN NAVY AND IIT KANPUR

Manish Kumar

Indian Navy and Indian Institute of Technology Kanpur, signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) today at Naval Headquarters, New Delhi, symbolising their commitment to promote technology development, innovative solutions and joint R&D. Rear Admiral K Srinivas, Asst Chief of Materiel (Dockyard & Refits) and Professor Subramaniam Ganesh, Officiating Director IIT Kanpur concluded this MoU. IN and IIT Kanpur share common interest in academic exchange of scientific research activities in the field of Engineering related to defence technologies. The MoU would serve as a broader framework and enable both sides to enhance…

Bidders allowed to bid for any quantity of rice from 1 to 2000 MT during e-auctions

Manish Kumar

The Food Corporation of India is holding adequate food grains (wheat and rice) to cater to the Public Distribution System (PDS) demands as well as for the market intervention. As on 14.12.2023 availability of food grains in the central pool is as under. Sl.no Commodity Stock position (in LMT) (As on 14.12.23) 1 Wheat 181.79 2 Rice 182.86 3 Total 364.65 * In the current KMS 2023-24, 354.22 LMT paddy equivalent to 237.43 LMT rice has been procured till date. In order to increase the availability of wheat and rice…

Union Minister of Agriculture and Farmers’ Welfare and Tribal Affairs Shri Arjun Munda visits the exhibition of ASEAN-India Millet Festival today at New Delhi

Manish Kumar

Union Minister of Agriculture and Farmers’ Welfare and Tribal Affairs Shri Arjun Munda today visited the exhibition of ASEAN-India Millet Festival at DLF Promenade Mall, New Delhi. Additional Secretary Ms. Maninder Kaur and Joint Secretary Ms. Shubha Thakur were also present on the occasion. The Indian Mission to ASEAN (Association of Southeast Asian Nations) in association with Ministry of Agriculture and Farmers’ Welfare is organizing the two-day ASEAN-India Millet Festival 2023. In line with the International Year of Millets, the festival aims to increase awareness and establish a larger market…

PM pays heartfelt tributes to brave heroes on occasion of Vijay Diwas

Manish Kumar

On occasion of Vijay Diwas, the Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi has paid heartfelt tributes to the brave heroes who dutifully served India in 1971 war. The Prime Minister posted on x: “Today, on Vijay Diwas, we pay heartfelt tributes to all the brave heroes who dutifully served India in 1971, ensuring a decisive victory. Their valour and dedication remain a source of immense pride for the nation. Their sacrifices and unwavering spirit will forever be etched in the people’s hearts and our nation’s history. India salutes their courage and…

PM to participate in Viksit Bharat Sankalp Yatra in Varanasi on two consecutive days

Manish Kumar

Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi will visit Surat in Gujarat and Varanasi in Uttar Pradesh on 17-18 December. On 17th December, at around 10:45 AM, Prime Minister will inaugurate the New Integrated Terminal Building at Surat Airport. At around 11:15 AM, Prime Minister will inaugurate the Surat Diamond Bourse. Thereafter, he will travel to Varanasi, and at around 3:30 PM, he will participate in Viksit Bharat Sankalp Yatra. At around 5:15 PM, he will inaugurate Kashi Tamil Sangamam 2023 at Namo Ghat. On 18th December, at around 10:45 AM, Prime…