At the recent G20 Summit, Prime Minister Narendra Modi stressed the transformative role of Digital Public Infrastructure (DPI), artificial intelligence (AI), and data-driven governance in driving inclusive global growth. Highlighting India’s technological leadership, Modi showcased innovations like the Unified Payments Interface (UPI) and the Global Digital Public Infrastructure Repository, which aims to share digital solutions Read More…
At the G20 Summit in Rio de Janeiro, Prime Minister Narendra Modi delivered a compelling address on “Sustainable Development and Energy Transition.” He spotlighted India’s remarkable progress in fulfilling its Paris Agreement commitments ahead of schedule, positioning the nation as a global leader in sustainability. PM Modi highlighted transformative initiatives like the Global Biofuels Alliance, Read More…
Prime Minister Narendra Modi paid homage to former Prime Minister Indira Gandhi on her birth anniversary, November 19. In a heartfelt message on X (formerly Twitter), he stated, “On her birth anniversary, tributes to Smt. Indira Gandhi, India’s former Prime Minister.” The acknowledgment highlights her pivotal role in shaping India’s political and social landscape. Born Read More…
India and Italy have announced a Joint Strategic Action Plan for 2025-2029, aimed at deepening ties in areas like clean energy, digital innovation, and trade. The plan builds on the 2020-2024 framework, emphasizing sustainable development and mutual growth. Key Focus Areas: Global and Regional Implications: This partnership highlights the growing importance of India-Italy ties in Read More…
SpaceX has achieved yet another milestone by launching India’s advanced communications satellite, GSAT-20 (GSAT-N2), on November 19, 2024. Developed by ISRO, this cutting-edge satellite promises to revolutionize broadband services across India. Riding aboard the Falcon 9 Block 5 rocket, GSAT-20 features a Ka-band high-throughput communication system, delivering an impressive 70 Gbps bandwidth. It marks a Read More…
India has officially surpassed China as the leading country for sending international students to the United States, according to the latest data for the 2023-24 academic year. India topped the list with the highest number of student enrollments, marking a significant shift in global student mobility. China, once the dominant source, now holds second place, Read More…
India’s domestic air travel achieved a significant milestone on November 17, 2024, with 5.05 lakh passengers flying within the country, setting a new single-day record. The surge in air traffic was driven by the festive season and weddings, as airlines operated 3,173 flights, carrying a total of 5,05,412 passengers. The occupancy rate for most major Read More…
By our Special Correspondent Chennai: Out of a total of the world diabetes patients of 800 million adults living with diabetes, 212 million live in India, according a paper published in the peer-reviewed journal The Lancet , based on a global study. It recorded over 800 million adults living with diabetes, more than half of Read More…
Prime Minister Narendra Modi has arrived in Brazil for the G20 Summit in Rio de Janeiro, taking place on November 18-19, 2024. At this crucial global event, world leaders, including Chinese President Xi Jinping and U.S. President Joe Biden, will tackle pressing global challenges, such as climate change, economic recovery, and international security. The summit Read More…
During a landmark visit to Nigeria, Prime Minister Narendra Modi was conferred the “Grand Commander of the Order of the Niger” (GCON) by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu. This honor, Nigeria’s second-highest civilian award, celebrates PM Modi’s pivotal role in enhancing diplomatic, economic, and cultural relations between the two nations. The GCON distinction is a rarity Read More…