Prime Minister Narendra Modi is set to embark on a two-day election campaign journey in Odisha, commencing today. A highlight of his itinerary includes a 2.5 km roadshow, scheduled to kick off at 8 pm from the BJP state headquarters at Ram Mandir Square and culminate at Vanivihar. Anticipating a massive turnout, organizers estimate that over two lakh individuals will join the procession. Modi’s campaign agenda extends to Saturday, where he is slated to deliver speeches at poll rallies in Bargarh, Phulbani, and Bargarh. Aparajita Sarangi, BJP’s representative from Bhubaneswar Lok Sabha constituency, underlines the opportunity for spectators to catch…
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Prime Minister Narendra Modi participated in early voting on Tuesday as India entered the third phase of its extensive general election, determining seats in his home state of Gujarat and 10 other regions. The election, spanning seven phases, commenced on April 19, engaging nearly one billion eligible voters, with the final count scheduled for June 4. Concerns arose regarding voter turnout, as the initial phases saw slightly lower numbers compared to the 2019 polls, with the third phase also indicating a decline at 61.45% compared to approximately 66% previously. Modi, seeking a rare third consecutive term, faces opposition primarily from…
The 4th Session of the India-Ghana Joint Trade Committee (JTC) wrapped up in Accra, with both nations committed to boosting bilateral trade and investment collaboration. Productive deliberations occurred on May 2-3 between the Indian delegation, headed by Amardeep Singh Bhatia, Additional Secretary of the Department of Commerce, Ministry of Commerce and Industry, and their Ghanaian counterparts, co-led by Michael Okyere-Baafi, Deputy Minister for Trade and Industry, Republic of Ghana. As per a statement from the Ministry of Commerce and Industry, a significant outcome of the meeting was the decision to activate India’s Unified Payment Interface (UPI) on Ghana’s Interbank Payment…
Ruchira Kamboj, India’s UN Representative, emphasized the notable advancement in women’s leadership within India’s Panchayati Raj system, underscoring it as a unique model of decentralized rural governance, stating, “India values its Panchayati Raj, emblematic of grassroots empowerment.” Speaking at India’s #CPD57 side event, “Localising the SDGs: Women in Local Governance in India Leads the Way,” Kamboj underscored the transformative impact of women’s empowerment at the grassroots level. “The Panchayati Raj exemplifies direct democracy, enabling active participation from all residents through the Gram Sabha,” Kamboj highlighted, emphasizing its decentralized power structure, distinguishing it from conventional municipal governance models. Emphasizing India’s dedication…
In a recent study by the Pew Research Center, it was found that India is among the top six recipients of remittances from Asian Americans, receiving around $55 billion from the US. The study also revealed that Filipino, Indian, and Vietnamese adults in the US are the primary contributors to charities in their ancestral homelands or through remittances. Specifically, Filipino (42%), Indian (36%), and Vietnamese (33%) adults are the most likely to send money to their ancestral homeland, while Chinese (10%) and Japanese (3%) adults are less inclined to do so. The report, based on a comprehensive survey of 7,006…
A panel comprising Arvind Krishna, Satya Nadella, Shantanu Narayen, Sundar Pichai, and Arati Prabhakar will offer guidance on ensuring the safe and secure development and deployment of AI technology. They are among the 22 inaugural members of the AI Safety and Security Board, convened to advise on these critical matters. This board, established to oversee the safe integration of AI technology into the nation’s critical infrastructure, will provide counsel to the Secretary of Homeland Security, various private sector stakeholders, and the broader public. Comprising representatives from software and hardware companies, critical infrastructure operators, public officials, civil rights groups, and academia,…
India and Nigeria are progressing towards finalizing an agreement on a local currency settlement system, a move intended to bolster the economic bonds between the two nations. This initiative unfolded during the second session of the India-Nigeria Joint Trade Committee (JTC) held in Abuja, where both countries explored various sectors ripe for collaboration. These sectors included crude oil, pharmaceuticals, renewable energy, and the development of micro, small, and medium-sized enterprises (MSMEs). Numerous Indian companies have already established a presence in Nigeria across diverse sectors such as telecommunications, textiles, pharmaceuticals, and automobiles. The proposed agreement seeks to encourage the utilization of…
NHPC Limited, a hydropower company, has recently entered into a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Ocean Sun, a Norwegian firm specializing in floating solar technology. Under this agreement, NHPC and Ocean Sun will collaborate to demonstrate the efficacy of Ocean Sun’s floating solar energy technology, utilizing photovoltaic panels mounted on hydro-elastic membranes. The specific sites for implementing this technology will be identified by NHPC. This collaboration aligns with NHPC’s ongoing commitment to sustainable development and the expansion of renewable energy capacity. NHPC is not only involved in hydroelectric power development but also in various renewable energy projects such as solar,…
In a video message at the third Nepal Investment Summit, Union Minister for Commerce and Industry, Piyush Goyal, expressed India’s enduring commitment to Nepal’s development, emphasizing their longstanding partnership. Goyal underscored the deep-seated friendship and mutual aspirations for prosperity shared between Nepal and India, highlighting India’s consistent support in fostering Nepal’s growth. During the summit’s inaugural session, Indian Ambassador to Nepal, Naveen Srivastava, reiterated India’s pledge to encourage investment in Nepal, emphasizing its potential to enhance trade and create new opportunities. Srivastava emphasized the significance of bilateral cooperation in various sectors, such as the establishment of integrated check posts and…
Tesla intends to produce its $25,000 electric car in India and Mexico by 2025 or later, following Elon Musk’s strategy of maximizing current factory capabilities. The company aims to reach an annual production of 1.8 million vehicles by 2023, with factories in the US, Germany, and China, although its total capacity amounts to 3 million vehicles yearly. During an earnings call, Musk forecasted a 50% production surge by 2023, suggesting full utilization of existing capacity by 2024, potentially extending into 2025. This timeline aligns with India’s electric vehicle policy mandating local manufacturing by 2027, coinciding with Tesla’s plan to introduce…
