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(Forelines) – The “Prime Minister Dhan-Dhaanya Krishi Yojana,” which would cover 100 districts over six years starting in 2025–2026, was approved today by the Union Cabinet, which is chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, according to India’s PMO said in a statement. Prime Minister Dhan-Dhaanya Krishi Yojana is the first of its type to concentrate solely on agriculture and related fields, and it is inspired by NITI Aayog’s Aspirational District Programme. Enhancing agricultural productivity, increasing the adoption of sustainable agricultural techniques and crop diversity, improving irrigation facilities, increasing post-harvest storage at the panchayat and block levels, and making long-term and…
India’s External Affairs Minister Dr S. Jaishankar opening remarks at meeting with China’s Foreign Minister Wang Yi in Beijing.
India’s External Affairs Minister Dr S. Jaishankar opening remarks at the meeting with Chinses Vice President Han Zheng in Beijing. India’s External Affairs Minister, Dr. S. Jaishankar, met with People’s Republic of China Vice President Han Zheng on the fringes of the SCO Foreign Ministers’ Meeting in Beijing, according to India’s Ministry of External Affairs said in a statement.
(Forelines) – India’s External Affairs Minister, Dr. S. Jaishankar, met with People’s Republic of China Vice President Han Zheng on the fringes of the SCO Foreign Ministers’ Meeting in Beijing, according to India’s Ministry of External Affairs said in a statement. “Pleased to meet Vice President Han Zheng soon after my arrival in Beijing today,” India EAM Jaishankar said in a post on X. “Conveyed India’s support for China’s SCO Presidency,” Jaishanker added. “Noted the improvement in our bilateral ties. And expressed confidence that discussions during my visit will maintain that positive trajectory,” he further stated. India’s External Affairs Minister…
(Forelines) – On July 13, 2025, Indian External Affairs Minister Dr. S. Jaishankar traveled to Singapore, according to India’s Ministry of External Affairs said in a statement. India’s EAM met with Deputy Prime Minister and Minister for Trade & Industry Mr. Gan Kim Yong, as well as Singapore’s President Mr. Tharman Shanmugaratnam and Foreign Affairs Minister Dr. Vivian Balakrishnan. They discussed developments in the areas of investments, industrial parks, semiconductors, infrastructure, skill development, and connectivity, as well as the results of the Prime Minister’s visit and the second round of the India Singapore Ministerial Roundtable (ISMR). They also discussed world…
(Forelines)- Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi has conveyed profound sorrow over the passing of former Nigerian President Muhammadu Buhari, according to India’s PMO said in a statement. PM Modi recalled speaking with former Nigerian President Muhammadu Buhari on a number of occasions. PM Modi stated that Muhammadu Buhari’s insight, kindness, and steadfast dedication to the partnership between India and Nigeria were particularly noteworthy. “I join the 1.4 billion people of India in extending our heartfelt condolences to his family, the people and the government of Nigeria,” PM Modi said in a statement “Deeply saddened by the passing of former President…
(Forelines) – On July 11, 2025, India’s Defence Minister Rajnath Singh presided over the National Cadet Corps Alumni Association’s (NCCAA) inaugural Governing Council meeting in South Block, New Delhi, according to Indian Ministry of Defence said in a statement. By uniting current and past cadets under one roof and enhancing their involvement in the process of nation-building, the NCCAA, a flagship organization of NCC Alumni, seeks to continue the mission of the biggest uniformed youth organization in the world. Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi is the first member of this club. Rajnath Singh, the minister of defense, is the second…
(Forelines) – Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi spoke to the Namibian Parliament today at the invitation of H.E. Saara Kuugongelwa, Speaker of the National Assembly. This unusual action by Namibia added to the importance of the Prime Minister’s State Visit to Namibia, India’s Ministry of External Affairs said in a statement. Prime Minister Modi addressed the Parliament, welcoming the members of the august House as well as the friendly Namibians from the “Mother of Democracy,” the world’s greatest democracy. The Prime Minister honored the legacy of Dr. Sam Nujoma, Namibia’s founding father, recalling the two nations’ longstanding relationship and their…
(Forelines) – Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi visiting Namibia as a state visitor. The prime minister was given Namibia’s highest civilian honor, the Order of the Most Ancient Welwitschia Mirabilis, by President H.E. Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah on this special occasion. He is the first leader from India to receive this honor, India’s Ministry of External Affairs said in a statement. The Prime Minister Modi accepted the prize and dedicated it to the 1.4 billion Indians as well as the long-standing and significant relationship between Namibia and India. The prime minister conveyed his sincere appreciation to Namibians and President Nandi-Ndaitwah for the…
(Forelines) – Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu stated Wednesday that he was determined to “destroy” Hamas’s political and military capacities and that the release of captives held in Gaza was the main topic of his meeting with U.S. President Donald Trump, according to Reuters report. The leaders also talked about the ramifications and potential outcomes of “the enormous victory we gained against Iran,” Netanyahu said on X, cited by Reuters, after the United States joined Israeli strikes on the Islamic Republic’s nuclear sites last month. Trump takes office on January 20. This is Netanyahu’s third trip to the United States.…