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Union Minister Reddy invites US businesses to invest in tourism sector

Union Minister for Culture, Tourism and Development of North Eastern Region (DoNER) G Kishan Reddy invited US businesses and companies to invest in India's vibrant and diverse tourism sector. Reddy, who arrived here on Thursday for a five-day visit, sought investment while addressing a community reception organised at the Consulate General of India in New York. The minister will deliver a keynote address at the ongoing High-level Political Forum at the UN headquarters on Friday, besides attending various official and community engagements, he said in a tweet on Thursday. In his address at the Consulate to Indian-American community members and diaspora, Reddy highlighted the economic growth in India, Make in India initiatives of the Narendra Modi government, the start-up ecosystem in the country as well as various measures being undertaken to boost industries, including tourism, across the country. He asserted that the government has created an enabling environment through policies

Chandrayaan-3 mission will carry hopes and dreams of our nation: PM Modi

The Chandrayaan-3 mission will carry the hopes and dreams of our nation, Prime Minister Narendra Modi said on Friday, lauding Indian scientists hours before the launch of India's third lunar mission. Till Chandrayaan-1, the moon was believed to be a bone-dry, geologically inactive and uninhabitable celestial body while it is now seen as a dynamic and geologically active body with the presence of water and sub-surface ice, he said on Twitter. Maybe in the future, it can be potentially inhabited, the prime minister added. Modi tweeted, "14th July 2023 will always be etched in golden letters as far as India's space sector is concerned. Chandrayaan-3, our third lunar mission, will embark on its journey." He noted that Chandrayaan-3 will be inserted into the lunar transfer trajectory after the orbit raising manoeuvres. Covering over 300,000 km, it will reach the moon in the coming weeks. Scientific instruments onboard will study the moon's surface and enhance our knowledge, he ...

Paris Mein Hardik Swagat: Macron to PM Modi ahead of Bastille Day Parade

French President Emmanuel Macron on Friday posted a tweet in Hindi, as he extended a warm welcome to Prime Minister Narendra Modi in Paris

PM conferred with France's highest award 'Grand Cross of Legion of Honour'

Prime Minister Narendra Modi has become the first Indian premier to have been conferred with the Grand Cross of the Legion of Honour, France's highest civilian and military honour, by French President Emmanuel Macron. Modi received the honour at the Elysee Palace here on Thursday and joined the ranks of other prominent world leaders such as the former president of South Africa Nelson Mandela, King Charles - the then Prince of Wales, former Chancellor of Germany Angela Merkel, Boutros Boutros-Ghali, former Secretary General of the United Nations, among others. The prime minister, who is in France for a two-day official visit, was accorded a red-carpet welcome as he arrived here on Thursday. He will join President Macron for the French National Day celebrations on Friday as the Guest of Honour. A warm gesture embodying the spirit of partnership. PM @narendramodi conferred with the Grand Cross of the Legion of Honour, the highest award in France by President @EmmanuelMacron," Ministry

Overseas Citizen of India cards' issues in Reunion Island resolved: PM Modi

While interacting with the Indian community at La Seine Musicale in Paris, PM Modi said, "Every Indian living abroad is as much a priority for us as my countryman living in India."

Indians will be able to make payments in rupees via UPI in France: PM Modi

Unified Payments Interface (UPI) is India's mobile-based payment system and allows people to make round-the-clock payments through a virtual payment address created by the customer

French President Macron hosts private dinner in honour of PM Modi

PM Narendra Modi arrived at Elysee Palace in Paris for dinner on Thursday evening. He was received by French President Emmanuel Macron and French First Lady Brigitte Macron

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PM dials Shah from France, enquires about flood-like situation in Delhi

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday called Union Home Minister Amit Shah from France and enquired about the flood-like situation in parts of Delhi, sources said. During their telephonic conversation, Shah briefed Modi about the flood-like situation and told him that the water level in the Yamuna is expected to recede in the next 24 hours, they said. In a tweet, the home minister's office said, "PM @narendramodi ji spoke to Union Home Minister @AmitShah over the flood-like situation in parts of Delhi because of the rising water level of the Yamuna river. "Shah briefed him that the water level is likely to recede in the next 24 hours and is keeping a close watch on the situation along with the Lt Governor (of) Delhi. A sufficient number of NDRF (National Disaster Response Force) teams have been deployed to conduct rescue and relief operations and help the people in need." Water from the raging Yamuna river inundated several parts of Delhi on Thursday, throwing normal life out of

India needs to regain its rightful place: PM Narendra Modi's UNSC pitch

'When many countries in the world are ageing and their populations are shrinking, India's young and skilled workforce will be an asset for the world over the decades to come'

PM Modi took stock of Delhi's flood situation: Lt Governor V K Saxena

Delhi Lt Governor V K Saxena on Thursday said Prime Minister Narendra Modi called him up over phone from France to enquire about the flood and waterlogging situation in the national capital. "Honourable Prime Minister Shri @narendramodi ji called from France to enquire about the waterlogging and flood situation in Delhi and the efforts being made to deal with it," Saxena said in a tweet in Hindi. The Lt Governor said the prime minister "directed that appropriate steps be taken in the interest of Delhi by taking all possible help from the central government". Roads turned into rivers and water gushed into houses, medical facilities, crematoriums and shelter homes in Delhi as the Yamuna river water level rose to record high, causing immense hardship for the people.

PM Modi holds 'fruitful' meetings with French counterpart, Senate President

Prime Minister Narendra Modi Thursday began his two-day visit to France with "fruitful" meetings with his French counterpart Elisabeth Borne and Senate President Gerard Larcher during which he discussed ways to impart new impetus to India's longstanding and time-tested strategic partnership with the key European nation. Modi, who landed here earlier in the day, was received by Prime Minister Borne at the airport in a special gesture. A ceremonial welcome and Guard of honour were accorded to Prime Minister Modi upon his arrival. In his first engagement, Modi had a "productive meeting" with Senate President Larcher and the two leaders deliberated on a range of issues of mutual interest and agreed to work together to deepen India-France cooperation in a number of areas, the Prime Minister's Office said. Modi then met Prime Minister Borne and discussed measures to further strengthen the bilateral ties. "PM @narendramodi held fruitful talks with PM @elisabeth_borne in Paris. The leaders

Modi's visit to US sparked unprecedented partnership for prosperity: USIBC

Prime Minister Narendra Modi's historic visit to the US last month has sparked an unprecedented partnership for prosperity and security, US-India Business Council said on Thursday. "Prime Minister Modi's visit to the United States has paved the way for a new era of collaboration between India and the US, bolstering partnerships across multiple domains that will drive prosperity and security for both nations and their global allies," USIBC president Atul Keshap said. With an unwavering commitment to a free and open Indo-Pacific, innovation, and addressing global challenges, the US-India partnership has reached unparalleled depths and scope, he said in a statement. The recent visit of Modi to the US was remarkably successful, fostering a strong and mutually beneficial relationship between the two countries. "Furthermore, it is noteworthy that the US bestowed the highest honour by arranging for President Biden and Mrs. Biden to meet with the PM throughout his entire stay in Washington

PM Modi meets French Senate President Gerard Larcher in Paris during visit

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday met French Senate President Gerard Larcher here as he began his bilateral engagements to boost India's strategic ties with France. Modi, who landed here earlier in the day, received a warm welcome upon his arrival at the meeting hall to hold talks with Larcher. The Prime Minister is here on a two-day visit during which he will hold wide-ranging talks with President Emmanuel Macron and join him for the French National Day celebrations as the Guest of Honour. In a special gesture, French Prime Minister Elisabeth Borne received Prime Minister Modi at the airport. A ceremonial welcome and Guard of honour were accorded to Prime Minister Modi upon his arrival at the airport. Prime Minister Modi will address the Indian community members later in the evening. Ahead of his departure, Modi expressed confidence that his visit will provide a new impetus to the bilateral strategic partnership. Expansion of bilateral defence ties is expected to be a key

India has shown it's possible for harmony to exist amid diversity: PM Modi

Prime Minister Narendra Modi has said that India as the world's largest democracy has demonstrated that it is possible for harmony to exist amid diversity and underscored the natural expectation of adjustments in the international system and institutions to give the country its rightful place. Modi told French newspaper Les Echos in an interview that India's young and skilled workforce is steeped in openness and democratic values, and is eager to embrace technology and adapt to the changing world. "When many countries in the world are ageing and their populations are shrinking, India's young and skilled workforce will be an asset for the world over the decades to come. As the world's largest democracy with unparalleled social and economic diversity, our success will demonstrate that democracy delivers. That it is possible for harmony to exist amidst diversity," he said. The progress of one-sixth of humanity will give the world a more prosperous and sustainable future, he said replyi

PM Modi arrives in Paris on 2-day visit to boost strategic ties with France

Prime Minister Narendra Modi arrived here on Thursday on a two-day visit during which he will hold wide-ranging talks with President Emmanuel Macron and join him for the French National Day celebrations as the Guest of Honour. Ahead of his departure, Modi expressed confidence that his visit will provide a new impetus to the bilateral strategic partnership. Expansion of bilateral defence ties is expected to be a key focus of Prime Minister Modi's talks with Macron. "I look forward to meeting President Macron and holding wide-ranging discussions on taking forward this longstanding and time-tested partnership over the next 25 years," Modi said in his departure statement. "We also work together on regional and global issues," he added.

Ahead of Cabinet reshuffle, a look at Modi govt's past ministerial rejigs

With 3 Hindi heartland states due for elections this year, PM may revamp key ministries and also repatriate ministers to the party to prepare for 2024

PM degree defamation case: Court asks Kejriwal, Singh to appear on July 26

A court here on Thursday directed Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal and AAP's Rajya Sabha member Sanjay Singh to appear before it on July 26 in connection with a criminal defamation case over their "sarcastic" and "derogatory" statements with regard to Prime Minister Narendra Modi's degree. The case against the two Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) leaders was filed on the basis of a complaint lodged by the Gujarat University (GU). A metropolitan court here had earlier directed the two leaders to appear before it on Thursday (July 13). However, their lawyer filed an exemption application saying Kejriwal and Singh could not appear due to heavy rains in Delhi. Gujarat University's lawyer Amit Nair did not oppose the plea but urged the court to direct the AAP leaders to remain present on the next date as the trial is being delayed. After taking into consideration the exemption plea for their absence, Additional Chief Metropolitan Magistrate S J Panchal directed Kejriwal and Singh to remain ...

PM Modi leaves for his trip to France and UAE; check trip details here

Prime Minister Narendra Modi will be the Guest of Honour at the Bastille Day Parade on July 14, where a tri-services Indian armed forces contingent will be participating

Concerned about impact of Russia-Ukraine conflict on Global South: PM Modi

India is deeply concerned about the impact of the Russia-Ukraine war, especially on the countries of the Global South, Prime Minister Narendra Modi has said, asserting that the conflict must end. In an interview to French newspaper Les Echos, he said India has always stood for peaceful resolution of differences through dialogue and diplomacy, and for respecting sovereignty of all nations while replying to questions about an "aggressive" China. To a query on China and if its massive investment in its defense capabilities is threatening the security of the region, Modi said while peace is necessary for the future India seeks to build, it is far from assured. "Our interests in the Indo-Pacific region are vast, and our engagement is deep. I have described our vision for this region in one word SAGAR, which stands for Security and Growth for All in the Region. While peace is necessary for the future we seek to build, it is far from assured," he said. India stands for respective ...