Ferry service is going to be launched on Delhi’s Yamuna river, which will provide a new travel experience to the local residents. The Delhi government has made significant cooperation with the central government in this regard. The official statement informed that the Inland Waterways Authority of India (IWAI) has signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with various government agencies, such as the Irrigation and Flood Control Department, Delhi Development Authority, and Delhi Jal Board. The aim of this agreement is to develop cruise tourism on the four kilometer stretch of Yamuna River (National Waterway 110), from Sonia Vihar to Jagatpur.…
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India has achieved the feat of becoming the largest foreign investor in Dubai, where it invested $3.018 billion in the year 2024, up from $589 million in 2023. This information has been presented in a report released on Tuesday. India, along with countries like the US, France, and the UK, has become a major source of foreign direct investment (FDI) in the emirate. According to the Dubai FDI Monitor of Dubai’s Department of Economy and Tourism, India ranked first with a 21.5 percent share of estimated total FDI in Dubai. The US was ranked second to fifth with 13.7 percent,…
Mauritius Prime Minister Navinchandra Ramgoolam has announced to honour Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi with the country’s highest award ‘Grand Commander of the Order of the Star and Key of the Indian Ocean’. Prime Minister Modi is the first Indian to receive this award, which is his 21st international award. The announcement was made at a special event of the Indian community, where Prime Minister Modi said, “The population and government of Mauritius have decided to give me this honour, which I humbly accept.” He began his address in Bhojpuri and recalled his earlier visit, saying that he had come…
Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnav on Monday introduced the Railway Amendment Bill 2025 in the Rajya Sabha, which was passed unanimously. During this, the Railway Minister said that 34000 km of new railway tracks have been laid in 11 years. This is more than a rich country like Germany. More than 45,000 km of track has been electrified. He said that electric traction causes 95 percent less pollution than diesel traction. Employment to 5 lakh 2 thousand people The Railway Minister also informed that in 11 years, 3 lakh 10 thousand toilets have been built in the railway coaches. He informed…
Prime Minister Narendra Modi arrived in Mauritius on Tuesday, where he was given a grand welcome at Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam International Airport. PM Modi is on a two-day visit and will attend the National Day celebrations as the chief guest. Several bilateral agreements are also to be signed during this period. Prime Minister Modi arrived in Mauritius at 6 am local time, where he was warmly welcomed. Mauritius Prime Minister Navinchandra Ramgoolam welcomed him by garlanding him. Deputy Prime Minister, Chief Justice, Speaker of the National Assembly, Leader of the Opposition, Foreign Minister, Cabinet Secretary, Chairman of Grand Port District…
India has strongly condemned the vandalism of a Hindu temple in California. Foreign Ministry spokesman Randhir Jaiswal has appealed to law enforcement officials to take strict action against those responsible. According to the statement of the Ministry of External Affairs, “We have seen reports about the vandalism of a Hindu temple in Chino Hills, California. We strongly condemn such despicable acts. We call upon local law enforcement authorities to take strong action against those responsible for these acts and ensure adequate security of places of worship.” The BAPS Shri Swaminarayan Mandir in Chino Hills, one of the largest Hindu temples,…
Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta visited Bhanwar Singh Camp of RK Puram Assembly. She interacted with the people living in the slum and listened to their problems. The Chief Minister assured the people that their problems will be resolved. Opinion is being sought from the people of Delhi for preparing the budget. Chief Minister Rekha Gupta told the media on Sunday that the budget of the Delhi government is being prepared. They are being called to know the suggestions and expectations of different sections. Meetings are being held with women’s organizations, business organizations, people from the education sector and people…
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on the occasion of International Women’s Day saluted all the women of the country and the world and honored their power. He shared a video on the social media platform “X”, in which he explained that all the knowledge is the manifestation of various forms of the Goddess and the same power is present in women as well. The Prime Minister mentioned in his post that the government has always worked for the empowerment of women, which is clearly visible through various schemes and programs. In the video message, Prime Minister Modi said that respect for…
The Defence Ministry has signed a $248 million contract with Russia’s Rosoboronexport for the Indian Army’s T-72 tanks. Under the deal, more powerful 1000 HP engines will be procured, including Transfer of Technology (ToT). T-72 tanks are the main tanks of the Indian Army, which are currently powered by 780 HP engines. Equipping these tanks with 1000 HP engines will enhance the battlefield mobility and offensive capability of the Indian Army. T-72 tanks were developed and manufactured by Soviet Russia in the 1960s. After the war with China in 1962, India planned to equip the army with modern weapons. In…
Barbados has honoured India’s Prime Minister Narendra Modi with its country’s highest national award ‘Honorary Order of Freedom of Barbados’ for his strategic leadership and valuable assistance during the Covid-19 pandemic. Minister of State for Foreign Affairs Pabitra Margherita received the award on behalf of Prime Minister Modi at a ceremony held in Bridgetown. The Ministry of External Affairs gave information about this in a statement. Barbados Prime Minister Mia Amor Mottley met Prime Minister Modi on 20 November 2024 during the 2nd India-CARICOM Summit held in Georgetown, Guyana. She announced this award to Prime Minister Modi, appreciating his important…