New Delhi, June 28 (IANS) Prime Minister Narendra Modi stated on Sunday that during the global energy crisis, the support people showed for his appeal to conserve fuel, avoid unnecessary foreign travel, and decrease gold purchases demonstrates the strength of ‘janbhagidari’ (people’s participation) in India. Speaking during the 135th episode of his monthly radio programme, ‘Mann Ki Baat’, PM Modi said, “When a nation’s soul resides in its people and when the people of that country make a resolve…
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Jabalpur, June 24 (IANS) The Madhya Pradesh High Court has issued a set of guidelines aimed at conserving fuel across the state’s judicial system, asking judicial officers, court staff and advocates to adopt measures such as vehicle pooling, use of public transport and video conferencing without affecting court work.The directions, issued by the Registrar General on Wednesday under the orders of the Acting Chief Justice, will be applicable at the High Court’s Principal Seat in Jabalpur, its benc…
New Delhi, June 24 (IANS) Following Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s appeal to conserve fuel, Union Minister for Communications and Development of North Eastern Region Jyotiraditya Scindia, and Union Minister for Ports, Shipping and Waterways Sarbananda Sonowal, arrived at the Cabinet meeting in a single vehicle on Wednesday.The gesture of carpooling by two Union Ministers conveyed a responsible message towards judicial use of resources. Their initiative is not just a one-time event but a step tak…
New Delhi/Aizawl, June 11 (IANS) Mizoram Chief Minister Lalduhoma on Thursday said the state has achieved a historic milestone by becoming the first fully literate state in India, while also registering significant progress in the Human Development Index (HDI), reflecting sustained advancements in education, healthcare and overall socio-economic development. Addressing the NITI Aayog Governing Council meeting, the Chief Minister noted that all districts of Mizoram have been categorised as “Fro…
New Delhi, June 10 (IANS) Union Minister for Communications and Development of North Eastern Region Jyotiraditya Scindia and Union Minister for Civil Aviation Ram Mohan Naidu arrived at the Cabinet meeting in a single vehicle on Tuesday in a notable gesture towards resource conservation.The two senior ministers chose to carpool, setting an example of responsible fuel usage in alignment with Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s repeated appeals to the nation to save petrol and diesel.The ministers trav…
New Delhi, May 29 (IANS) Following Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s appeal to conserve petrol and diesel, Uttar Pradesh Finance Minister Suresh Khanna on Friday travelled to his office in the Assembly in an e-rickshaw along with his staff, promoting the use of electric mobility and fuel conservation.The move comes amid a wider push by the Centre and BJP-ruled states to encourage reduced fuel consumption, greater use of public transport, and adoption of electric vehicles in view of global economi…
Bhopal/Guna, May 22 (IANS) Union Minister for Communications and Development of North Eastern Region, Jyotiraditya Scindia, on Friday made a public appeal to the people of his Parliamentary constituency, asking them to refrain from using petrol and diesel vehicles during his two-day visit, citing national duty to conserve fuel amid global uncertainties.In a Facebook post addressed to residents of Guna, Ashoknagar, and Shivpuri, the senior BJP leader invoked Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s repea…
Ahmedabad/Gandhinagar, May 20 (IANS) Gujarat Director General of Police (DGP) K. L. N. Rao on Wednesday undertook a Metro train journey from Ranip Metro Station in Ahmedabad to Gandhinagar in order to review security arrangements at Metro stations and encourage the use of public transport. The exercise was linked to Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s appeal on fuel conservation and sustainable mobility.During the inspection ride, Dr Rao closely examined entry and exit points at stations, CCTV surv…
Patna, May 20 (IANS) Responding to Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s appeal for fuel conservation amid concerns over a possible global energy crisis, Bihar Road Construction Minister Kumar Shailendra on Wednesday arrived at his office in an e-rickshaw. The Minister said the initiative was aimed at promoting environmentally friendly transportation and encouraging citizens to adopt alternative modes of travel in the national interest.Speaking to the media, Kumar Shailendra said that after the Prime…
Chandigarh, May 20 (IANS) Following Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s appeal to save fuel and adopt sustainable travel habits, Punjab Governor Gulab Chand Kataria on Wednesday travelled in an electric bus to reach the venue of a public event. Speaking to IANS, the Punjab Governor, who is also the Administrator of Chandigarh, announced that a ‘No Vehicle Day’ will be followed by him as well as the staff of his office every Wednesday in order to set a precedent for the citizens to follow.”First, if a…