Year: 2023

Ministry of Power presents initiatives of power sector at IITF 2023, Union Power and NRE Minister R. K. Singh inaugurates Power Pavilion

Manish Kumar

The Union Minister for Power and New & Renewable Energy Shri R. K. Singh today inaugurated a Power Pavilion set up by the Ministry of Power, Government of India at the ongoing India International Trade Fair 2023, at Pragati Maidan, New Delhi. The pavilion aims to present the key initiatives in the power sector before the domestic and international industry and to also improve public awareness and participation in the schemes and policies of the government. A brochure on the Pavilion can be found here. Policy initiatives and themes highlighted at the…

Inaugurates Mining Pavilion “Connecting Beyond Mining” at IITF 2023

Manish Kumar

Mines Secretary Shri V.L. Kantha Rao said that the Ministry of Mines is in the process of auctioning 20 blocks of critical minerals including lithium and graphite in next two weeks. Interacting with the Media, after inaugurating the mining pavilion “Connecting Beyond Mining” at the India International Trade Fair 2023 (IITF), here today, the secretary said that for mining and processing of critical minerals indigenous technology will be explored.   Union Minister of Coal, Mines and Parliamentary Affairs Shri Pralhad Joshi in his virtual message said, “Minerals are integral part…

Dr. V.K Paul, Member NITI Aayog inaugurates Health Pavilion at the 42nd India International Trade Fair

Manish Kumar

The trade fair offers an opportunity to present the initiatives undertaken for health with a focus on growing momentum of the range of healthcare services available and accessible to the public.” This was stated by Dr. V K Paul, Member (Health), NITI Aayog as he inaugurated the Ayushman Bhav Health Pavilion at the 42nd India International Trade Fair (IITF) in the presence of Shri Sudhansh Pant, Secretary, Ministry of Health and Family Welfare today.  The theme of this year’s pavilion of the Union Ministry of Health and Family Welfare is “Vasudhaiva…

Bilateral meetings with Defence Ministers of participating countries to take place on the sidelines

Manish Kumar

Raksha Mantri Shri Rajnath Singh will pay an official visit to Indonesian capital Jakarta from November 16 to 17, 2023 to attend the 10th ASEAN Defence Ministers’ Meeting-Plus (ADMM-Plus). During the meeting, which will take place on November 16, the Raksha Mantri will address the forum on regional and international security issues. Indonesia is hosting the meeting as it is the chair of ADMM-Plus. On the sidelines of the ADMM-Plus, Shri Rajnath Singh will hold bilateral meetings with the Defence Ministers of the participating countries and discuss defence cooperation matters to further…

Centre Launches Funding Scheme for Startups, MSMEs; PM Narendra Modi transferred PM-KISAN scheme 15th Instalment

Manish Kumar

The Union Ministry of Mines has decided to fund research and innovation in startups and MSMEs in the mining, mineral processing, metallurgy, and recycling sectors.  Proposals will be invited from Start-ups, MSMEs, and Individual Innovators which have a direct bearing on the minerals sector  Selected Startups and MSMEs will be provided mentorship or incubation support and technical advisory support during the entire project.  The Union Ministry of Mines announced on Wednesday that it has decided to fund research and innovation in startups and MSMEs in the mining, mineral processing, metallurgy, and…

Prime Minister greets on Gujarati New Year

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The Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi has extended New Year greetings on the occasion of Gujarati New Year. Greeting all who are celebrating New Year all over the world, the Prime Minister said “This year has been a special year as you all made the Vocal for Local campaign a resounding success. By buying local products, the new year has spread its new light. Let us all commit ourselves to vocalize for local with the same enthusiasm in the coming years to build a developed India.” Shri Narendra Modi posted…

Uttarakhand tunnel collapse: Rescue ops enter Day 3, May take 2 more days to rescue 40 trapped labourers; govt constitutes expert panel to probe the incident

Manish Kumar

Approximately 40 workers are trapped in a tunnel in Uttarkashi, Uttarakhand. Rescue operations face delays due to a collapse during reprofiling.   Stabilisation efforts and innovative techniques are underway.  Prime Minister Narendra Modi took stock of the rescue operation last night over a phone call with Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami.  The operation entered day three today as the workers remain trapped under the debris of the under-construction tunnel that collapsed on Sunday morning.  In Uttarkashi, Uttarakhand, approximately 40 workers have been trapped for over 24 hours inside an…

Padma Vibhushan awardee PRS Oberoi, patriarch of Oberoi Hotels, passes away at 94

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PRS Oberoi, the pioneer of the Indian hospitality industry, passes away at 94. PRS Oberoi was widely known as the doyen of Indian hospitality, who has now left behind a huge legacy.  Popularly known as “Biki”, Oberoi had retired from his positions as executive chairman of EIH Ltd and chairman of EIH Associates Hotel Limited   In 2008, Oberoi was awarded the Padma Vibhushan, India’s second-highest civilian honour for his contributions to the hospitality industry.  He is survived by his son Vikram, CEO and managing director of EIH, and two daughters.…

MoS Dr. Sanjeev Kumar Balyan chaired the inaugural session of the 33rd Conference of the WOAH Regional Commission for Asia and the Pacific at New Delhi

Manish Kumar

Minister of State for Fisheries, Animal Husbandry, and Dairying Dr. Sanjeev Kumar Balyan chaired the inaugural session of the 33rd Conference of the WOAH (World Organization for Animal Health) Regional Commission for Asia and the Pacific at New Delhi today. Many dignitories including MoS(FAHD),Dr. L. Murugan were present at the occasion.  This 4-day event is scheduled from November 13 to 16, 2023. Dr. Sanjeev Kumar Balyan said that as per WOAH 69 % of the human infections originate from the animals. This underscore the rising demand in areas of food safety, public…

Government e-Marketplace achieves landmark Gross Merchandise Value of ₹2 Lakh Crore in less than eight months of FY 2023-24

Manish Kumar

In a remarkable achievement, Government e-Marketplace (GeM) has reached a significant milestone by surpassing ₹2 Lakh Crore in Gross Merchandise Value (GMV) within less than eight months of the current fiscal year, surpassing the total GMV inscribed at the end of last fiscal year (2022-23).  The average GMV per day has also witnessed significant growth and reached more than  ₹850 crore per day in the current Financial Year. Within the constellation of noteworthy contributors to this momentous GMV achievement in the current financial year, the substantial role played by Central…