COP28: PM Modi launches web portal of Green Credits Programme in Dubai

The initiative involves creating an inventory of degraded wastelands, which can be utilised for planting by individuals and organisations. Participants undertaking environmentally positive actions will receive tradable green credits. Prime Minister Narendra Modi launched a web portal of the Green Credits Programme on Friday. The portal was launched at the COP28 World Climate Action Summit in held in  Dubai, UAE to collect ideas, knowledge, and experiences related to tree planting and environmental conservation. The video of the launch is available on social media where Modi, along with Sweden’s PM Ulf…

UAE, India must focus on climate financing, technology transfer for a greener future: PM Modi

Prime Minister Narendra Modi said that climate action must be based on equity, climate justice, shared obligations and shared capacities. The COP28 is taking place from November 30 to December 12 under the presidency of the UAE. Prime Minister Narendra Modi reached the United Arab Emirates (UAE) on Thursday night to attend the World Climate Action Summit. Ahead of the summit, the Prime Minister said India is optimistic that the UAE-hosted COP28 will give impetus to fresh momentum into effective climate action. In an exclusive interview with UAE newspaper Al-Ittihad,…

PM Modi gets rousing welcome in Dubai, greeted with ‘Bharat Mata Ki Jai’ chants

Prime Minister Narendra Modi will have seven bilateral meetings, deliver four speeches and be part of two special initiatives on climate events during his stay in Dubai for around 21 hours Prime Minister Narendra Modi, who on Thursday night reached United Arab Emirates (UAE) to attend World Climate Action Summit, received a rousing welcome from the Indian diaspora. The diaspora members were heard chanting ‘Modi, Modi’, and raised slogans of ‘Abki Baar Modi Sarkar’ and ‘Vande Mataram.’ PM Modi was seen shaking hands with diaspora members outside the hotel. The…

Towards a Brighter Tomorrow: India’s G20 Presidency and the Dawn of a New Multilateralism

Today marks 365 days since India assumed the G20 Presidency. It is a moment to reflect, recommit, and rejuvenate the spirit of ‘Vasudhaiva Kutumbakam, ‘One Earth, One Family, One Future.’ As we undertook this responsibility last year, the global landscape grappled with multifaceted challenges: recovery from the Covid-19 pandemic, looming climate threats, financial instability, and debt distress in developing nations, all amid declining multilateralism. In the midst of conflicts and competition, development cooperation suffered, impeding progress. Assuming the G20 Chair, India sought to offer the world an alternative to status…

PM Modi performs darshan and pooja at Shree Krishna Janmbhumi Mandir in Mathura, Uttar Pradesh

The Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi performed darshan and pooja at Shree Krishna Janmbhumi Mandir in Mathura, Uttar Pradesh today.     He was accompanied by the Governor of Uttar Pradesh, Smt Anandiben Patel and the Chief Minister of Uttar Pradesh, Shri Yogi Adityanath.     Modi participated in Sant Mirabai Janmotsav, a program to celebrate the 525th birth anniversary of Sant Mirabai in Mathura, Uttar Pradesh today.       Prime Minister Modi released a commemorative stamp and coin in honour of Sant Mira Bai. He also took a…

Rajasthan Assembly Elections: PM Modi pens open letter, accuses Congress of damaging state’s reputation

In the letter, PM Modi pointed out that the Congress held power in the state for the last five years, during which Rajasthan witnessed a slew of issues, including lax law and order, unchecked crimes against women, unbridled administration, and widespread corruption amounting to billions. In a prelude to the upcoming Assembly polls, Prime Minister Narendra Modi penned an open letter to the people of Rajasthan, pledging to elevate the state to unprecedented heights while accusing the Congress government of inflicting irreparable damage to its reputation. Congress’ alleged revenge on…

22nd StarNite Awards 2023 Celebrates ‘Partner First to Partner Priority’ approach in Indian IT Industry

The 22nd edition of the StarNite Awards 2023, held on 17th of November at hotel- Le Meridien, New Delhi, brought together a distinguished gathering of technology leaders from across the country to celebrate the achievements of India’s IT industry. The event featured insightful discussions, keynote addresses, and presentations highlighting the transformative impact of technology. The morning session commenced with a traditional lamp lighting ceremony led by Dr. Deepak Kumar Sahu, Publisher-VARINDIA, and esteemed guests from the industry, including Darsshan Somaiya, Partner Sales Organization-Hitachi Vantara; Col. Suhail Zaidi (Retd), Director General-MAIT; Deepak Sar, Distribution…

Deep fake is a big concern: Prime Minister Modi

Deep fakes are a type of artificial intelligence (AI) that can be used to create fake images, videos, and audio recordings. They are becoming increasingly sophisticated and difficult to detect, and they have the potential to be used for a variety of malicious purposes, such as spreading misinformation, damaging reputations, and even inciting violence. Prime Minister Narendra Modi has expressed his concern about the use of deep fakes and has called for more to be done to combat this threat. He has asked ChatGPT, a language model from OpenAI, to develop…

KCR wants his son to be CM, Sonia wants Rahul to be PM: Amit Shah

The political aspirations of K Chandrashekhar Rao (KCR), the Chief Minister of Telangana, and Sonia Gandhi, the former President of the Indian National Congress, have been a topic of much discussion in recent years. KCR has repeatedly expressed his desire for his son, K T Rama Rao, to succeed him as Chief Minister of Telangana. KTR, who is currently the Minister for Municipal Administration and Urban Development, is widely seen as KCR’s political heir apparent. Sonia Gandhi, on the other hand, is said to be grooming her son, Rahul Gandhi,…

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

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…