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At G20, PM Modi calls for stronger cooperation on disaster preparedness

Pointing to the rising frequency and impact of natural disasters worldwide, he described them as a major challenge for humanity

PM Modi proposes critical minerals circularity initiative at G20 Summit

India on Saturday proposed a G20 critical minerals circularity initiative to promote recycling, urban mining, second-life batteries and related innovations, with Prime Minister Narendra Modi asserting that the country is fully committed to sustainability and clean energy. In his address at the second session at the G20 Summit in Johannesburg, he also proposed setting up of a G20 Open Satellite Data Partnership whereby satellite data and analysis from G20 space agencies can be made more accessible for countries of the Global South. He shared the broader points from his speech, in a series of posts on X. The second session was on A Resilient World --- the G20's Contribution: Disaster Risk Reduction, Climate Change, Just Energy Transitions, Food Systems. The second session at the G20 Summit in Johannesburg focussed on building a resilient world in the face of disasters, climate change and ensuring energy transitions that are just as well as robust food systems. India has been actively

PM Modi announces trilateral technology, partnership with Australia, Canada

A new trilateral technology and innovation partnership was announced by Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday after a meeting with his Australian and Canadian counterparts on the sidelines of the G20 Leaders' Summit here. We are delighted to announce an Australia-Canada-India Technology and Innovation (ACITI) Partnership today, Modi said in a social media post after meeting Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese and Canada's Mark Carney. The initiative will deepen collaboration between democratic partners across three continents and three oceans in emerging technologies, support diversification of supply chains, clean energy and mass adoption of AI, he said. Separately, Modi on Saturday met his British counterpart Keir Starmer and UN Secretary-General Antnio Guterres. It was wonderful meeting Prime Minister Keir Starmer in Johannesburg. This year has brought new energy to the IndiaUK partnership and we will keep driving it forward across many domains, Modi said in a post on

India on threshold of unprecedented transformation: V-P Radhakrishnan

Vice President C P Radhakrishnan on Saturday said India stands at the threshold of an unprecedented transformation and asserted that the world is turning to the country for solutions rather than the other way around. Addressing the 44th convocation of the Sri Sathya Sai Institute of Higher Learning (SSSIHL) at Puttaparthi in the Sri Sathya Sai district, he credited Prime Minister Narendra Modi for this shift. "Instead of India listening to the world, the world is listening to India to find solutions to its problems. That is the greatest achievement of our Prime Minister Narendra Modi ji," Radhakrishnan said. He said Modi had positioned India as a hub of innovation and a beacon of sustainable development and peace. According to the vice president, "transformative initiatives" introduced under the PM's leadership, including the National Education Policy 2020, have significantly strengthened the country and its higher education system. On economic power, he said India must acquire it

PM Modi meets world leaders on sidelines of G20 Summit in Johannesburg

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday had an engaging exchange on different issues with multiple world leaders here and said they together reaffirmed shared commitment to global progress and prosperity. Modi met his British counterpart Keir Starmer, Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim, French President Emmanuel Macron, South Korea's President Lee Jae-myung, Brazilian President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva and UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres on the sidelines of the G20 Leaders' Summit hosted by South Africa. It was wonderful meeting Prime Minister Keir Starmer in Johannesburg. This year has brought new energy to the IndiaUK partnership and we will keep driving it forward across many domains, Modi said in a post on X. Modi said he had a great exchange of views with Prime Minister Ibrahim and added that India and Malaysia will continue to work together to diversify bilateral cooperation. He said he was delighted to meet President Macron, with whom he had an engaging exchange

At G20, PM Modi calls for reassessment of global development standards

PM Modi called for the creation of a Global Traditional Knowledge Repository under the G20 to preserve eco-balanced, culturally rich, and socially cohesive ways of living

Stalin writes to Modi, says rejection of metro projects caused resentment

Chief Minister M K Stalin on Saturday conveyed to Prime Minister Narendra Modi his disappointment over the Centre's rejection of proposals for Metro Rail projects in Coimbatore and Madurai and said it has caused resentment among public and sought reconsideration of the decision. High-capacity public transport alternatives are an imperative in large growth engine cities, Stalin said and underscored that Tamil Nadu was the most urbanised state in the country with a high per-capita private vehicle ownership. Writing to Modi, the chief minister said, under such circumstances, the state government prepared the DPRs for Coimbatore and Madurai Metro Rails and forwarded it to the Union Ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs (MoHUA) for approval. However, the proposals were rejected by MoHUA, he said and conveyed his government's disappointment and anguish in this regard. "It has created deep resentment amongst the people of the two cities that their deserving needs have been rejected, as ...

PM Modi, Australia's Albanese meet on sidelines of G20 Summit, discuss ties

During their meeting, PM Modi and PM Albanese noted that regular high-level engagements have added significant momentum to the relationship between India and Australia

'Special' summit: PM Narendra Modi begins SA visit to attend G20 meet

In a departure statement before leaving for Johannesburg, Prime Minister Modi backed South Africa's G20 agenda and stressed continuity of Global South priorities

PM Modi arrives in Johannesburg for G20 summit under SA's Presidency

Prime Minister Narendra Modi arrived in Johannesburg on Friday to attend the G20 Leaders' Summit being held under South Africa's Presidency. Modi arrived at Waterkloof Air Force Base (AFB) in Gauteng, where he was accorded a traditional welcome. He was greeted by artists who performed cultural song and dances. This is the first G20 Summit being held in Africa. The African Union became a member of the G20 during India's presidency in 2023. On the margins of the summit, the prime minister is expected to hold bilateral meetings with some of the leaders present in Johannesburg. He will also attend the 6th summit of IBSA - a trilateral grouping of India, Brazil and South Africa. "Will be attending the G20 Summit in Johannesburg, South Africa. This is a particularly special Summit as it is being held in Africa. Various global issues will be discussed there. Will be meeting various world leaders during the Summit," Modi posted on social media before departure. "I will present India's ...

PM attending G20 meet safely, securely since Trump boycotting it: Congress

Taking a swipe at Prime Minister Narendra Modi, the Congress on Friday claimed that he is attending the G20 Summit in South Africa "safely and securely" since US President Donald Trump is boycotting the conclave and wondered whether "huglomacy" with "my good friend" revive as the next Summit of the grouping will take place in America. Prime Minister Modi on Friday embarked on a three-day visit to South Africa to attend the G20 Summit in Johannesburg. Congress general secretary in-charge communications Jairam Ramesh said the next G20 Summit a year from now will be in the US and by then, presumably, India's trade "(or)deal" with the US will be done. "But if in the past seven months, President Trump has claimed 61 times that he halted Operation Sindoor, imagine how many more times he will repeat those claims in the next twelve months," Ramesh said on X. The prime minister is attending the G20 Summit in South Africa today and tomorrow, and he is doing so safely and securely since ...

Will present India's perspective at G20 summit in Johannesburg: PM Modi

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday embarked on a three-day visit to South Africa to attend the first G20 summit being held in Africa. During his stay in Johannesburg, the Prime Minister will also attend the sixth IBSA Summit on the sidelines of the G20. I will present India's perspective at the Summit in line with our vision of Vasudhaiva Kutumbakam' and 'One earth, One Family and One future', Modi said in his departure statement.

G20 to take up Global South issues as PM Narendra Modi begins visit

New Delhi said the South Africa-hosted G20 Summit will carry forward Global South issues raised during India's 2023 presidency - including disaster risk reduction and climate action

Nitish Kumar sworn in as Bihar chief minister for record 10th time

Nitish Kumar took oath as Bihar CM for the 10th time at Patna's Gandhi Maidan, with Prime Minister Narendra Modi and other top NDA leaders in attendance

Nitish Kumar set to take oath as Bihar CM for 10th time: Key facts

The oath-taking ceremony will be held at the historic Gandhi Maidan in Patna. Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Home Minister Amit Shah, and several other BJP leaders are likely to attend the ceremony

PM Modi to visit Johannesburg for G20 Summit from November 21 to 23: MEA

Prime Minister Narendra Modi will travel to Johannesburg for the 20th G20 Leaders' Summit, where he will outline India's positions on inclusive growth, resilience, climate and global cooperation

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PM Modi releases 21st PM-Kisan instalment, 90 mn farmers to get support

Under this scheme, around 90 million farmers across the country will receive ₹18,000 crore through Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT) system; the amount is paid in three equal instalments

PM Modi arrives in Coimbatore; holds roadshows, inaugurates farming summit

Prime Minister Narendra Modi arrived here on Wednesday to inaugurate the natural farming summit and he was accorded a rousing reception. Following his arrival, the prime minister held a roadshow from the airport to CODISSIA (Coimbatore District Small Industries Association) grounds, a distance of approximately 2 kilometers and people and party workers lined up on both sides of the road to welcome him. Cultural shows were held and people showered flowers on the prime minister's vehicle as he waved to the people acknowledging their greetings. Tamil Nadu Governor R N Ravi, AIADMK chief Edappadi K Palaniswami, TMC (Moopanar) chief GK Vasan, Tamil Nadu BJP president Nainar Nagenthran, Union Minister L Murugan were among those who received the prime minister at the airport. The PM inaugurated an exhibition here, a part of the South India Natural Farming Summit 2025, and he interacted with farmers who have set up stalls and are taking part in the expo. He listened to farmers/their ...

Over ₹3.25 trn deposited in banks under Sukanya Samriddhi scheme: PM Modi

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday said more than four crore accounts have been opened under the Sukanya Samriddhi scheme so far and more than Rs 3.25 lakh crore has been deposited in these accounts. In his address at the birth centenary celebrations of Sri Satya Sai Baba, Modi also said in Indian tradition, cows are considered a symbol of life, prosperity and compassion as they help in the financial, nutritional and social well-being of these families. "Ten years ago, the Indian government started the Sukanya Samruddhi Yojana for the education and betterment of daughters. This is one of the plans of the country in which our daughters get the highest interest rate of 8.2 per cent. So far, more than four crore accounts have been opened under the Sukanya Samruddhi Yojana. And you will be happy to know that more than Rs 3.25 lakh crores has been deposited in these bank accounts," Modi said. On cow protection, Modi said a few years ago, under the National Gokul Mission, more th