Itanagar, April 14 (IANS) Arunachal Pradesh Chief Minister Pema Khandu on Tuesday described the Siang Upper Multipurpose Project (SUMP), a mega hydropower initiative with a proposed generation capacity of 11,000 MW, as a project of national strategic importance, not only for the state but for the entire country. The SUMP, estimated at Rs 1.5 lakh crore, is expected to significantly transform the development landscape of Siang district, whose name derives from the mighty Brahmaputra River, loc…
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New Delhi, March 30 (IANS) Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday held a telephonic conversation with Prime Minister Rob Jetten of the Netherlands and expressed satisfaction over the growing bilateral ties between the two nations. In a post on social media platform X, PM Modi stated that he was pleased to speak with the Dutch leader and discussed various ways to further strengthen India-Netherlands cooperation. The two Prime Ministers explored opportunities to deepen their partnership in key fut…
New Delhi, March 22 (IANS) Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday reiterated the need to conserve every drop of water and urged citizens to adopt responsible usage practices, while also acknowledging the efforts of individuals and communities working towards water conservation. Marking World Water Day, observed annually on March 22, the Prime Minister highlighted the importance of sustainable water management in the face of growing global challenges. Taking to X, PM Modi said, “Water sustains …
New Delhi/Bhopal, March 11 (IANS) Union Minister for Jal Shakti C.R. Paatil felicitated Dharmendra Maran, Sarpanch of Gram Panchayat Mugaliya Haat in Bhopal district, with the ‘Outstanding Water Leadership Sarpanch Award’ in New Delhi on Wednesday. The award was presented in recognition of his exemplary work in the successful implementation, efficient operation and maintenance of the tap water scheme under the Jal Jeevan Mission, according to the Madhya Pradesh government.Gram Panchaya…
Chennai, March 4 (IANS) Rapid and unplanned urban growth is placing increasing pressure on the water resources of the Chennai river basin, raising concerns about the city’s long-term water security. A new data-based assessment has warned that the steady disappearance of traditional water storage systems could significantly worsen water shortages in the coming decades. The study, carried out by the Tamil Nadu Green Climate Company (TNGCC), a government body, in collaboration with the Council on…
New Delhi, Feb 26 (IANS) Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s two-day state visit to Israel is set to script new benchmarks in the India-Israel strategic relationship spanning various sectors and will see the two nations further cementing ties based on shared trust and vision. This bonhomie first took shape in 2006, when PM Narendra Modi, then the Gujarat Chief Minister, led a business delegation to Israel to study its agricultural practices and explore multi-level engagements.’Modi Story’, a popular …
New Delhi, Feb 25 (IANS) Prime Minister Narendra Modi landed in Israel for a two-day state visit, where he will hold wide-ranging discussions with Israeli counterpart Benjamin Netanyahu, and also address the Israeli Parliament, Knesset – the first by any Indian Prime Minister. Israeli PM Netanyahu received PM Modi at the Tel Aviv airport, as he did during the last visit in July 2017, and the two leaders over the next two days are expected to engage at various platforms, including Prime Ministe…
Tel Aviv, Feb 25 (IANS) Lauren Dagan Amos, a Tel Aviv-based expert who researches Indian politics and foreign policy, reacted to Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s visit to Israel, saying there is an atmosphere of pride, gratitude, and excitement in Israel regarding the trip.According to Amos, India’s rapid economic growth, digital transformation, and strengthening diplomacy are key topics of discussion during the visit. She told IANS that people are very eager to see the Prime Minister, as he c…
New Delhi, Feb 25 (IANS) Congress MP Priyanka Gandhi Vadra on Wednesday expressed hope that Prime Minister Narendra Modi would raise the issue of the “genocide of thousands of innocent men, women, and children” in Gaza during his upcoming visit to Israel and demand justice for them. Taking to social media platform X, Priyanka Gandhi wrote, “I hope that the Hon Prime Minister Narendra Modi ji mentions the genocide of thousands of innocent men, women and children in Gaza while addressing the Kne…
New Delhi, Feb 24 (IANS) Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday congratulated his new Dutch counterpart, Rob Jetten, on assuming the office of the Prime Minister of the Netherlands and expressed hope for further strengthening the bilateral ties. In a post on X, PM Modi said, “Congratulations, Mr Rob Jetten, on assuming office of the Prime Minister of the Netherlands. India and the Netherlands share an extensive relationship across diverse sectors. I look forward to working closely with you to a…