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University of Oxford «From Gridlock to Growth How Leadership Enables India's PRAGATI Ecosystem to Power Progress» illustrates how Prime Minister Narendra Modi's Initiatives has transformed the problems, its monitoring and resolution of various projects of the government. The report says India's PRAGATI platform offers a compelling case study of how digital governance can drive progress. Pragati was launched in 2015 by Prime Minister Narendra Modi and has become an acronym for Pro-Active Governance and Timely Implementation of projects. It has transformed the way India manages its large-scale infrastructure projects and social sector programs.

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Chief Minister Mohan Yadav said on Saturday. Investment proposals of Rs 59,350 crore and Rs 18,090 crore were received from UK and Germany, respectively, in the education, health, skill development and technology sectors, Yadav told reporters here on his return from the tour. «During the UK visit, the focused areas of the delegation were minerals, semiconductor, health, automobile, EV, renewable energy, education and food processing. In Germany, we have specially focused on technology research, green energy and industrial development,» he said. In UK, the SRAM and MRAM group has given an investment proposal worth Rs 25,000 crore in semiconductors and science and technology Park, an official said. «Similarly, Helion Pharmaceuticals has given an investment proposal worth Rs 3,000 crore. After discussions with the company head, it was immediately decided to allocate land to the pharma major in Indore's Smart Industrial Park. Germany's Long House Partners has proposed investment of Rs 14,000 crore in the technology and innovation sector, while AMS OSRAM is keen to invest Rs 1500 crore in semiconductor/electronics sector,» the official said.

Nayab Singh Saini on Sunday announced that Prime Minister Narendra Modi will visit Haryana on December 9 to launch the Pradhan Mantri Bima Sakhi Yojana in the state. Speaking to reporters, Nayab Singh Saini outlined the preparations for the visit and emphasised the government's commitment to fulfilling its promises «Today, we had discussions with all the workers regarding our BJP membership campaign. We should achieve our target in 1-2 days and after that, PM Modi is coming to Haryana on 9th December to launch the Pradhan Mantri Bima Sakhi Yojana and all the workers have been assigned the duty to take women from here in large numbers to Panipat. Our government will continuously fulfil the promises we made in the state and take Haryana forward,» Haryana CM said.

Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge on Sunday said Prime Minister Narendra Modi is «leaving no stone unturned to break our unity.» Addressing the 'Samvidhan Bachao' rally at Ramleela Maidan, Kharge said,«Modi ji leaving no stone unturned to break our unity… They leave behind the common man because they hate them. Our fight is against this hatred. For that, political power is essential...» Further slamming the ruling party, he said The BJP only talks about morality but «repeatedly engages in unethical behaviour.»

Sanatan Board will be cleared at a congregation of prominent seers and sages at the Maha Kumbh here and will be submitted to the central government, President of Akhil Bharatiya Akhara Parishad Mahant Ravindra Puri said on Sunday. He announced that a Dharma Sansad will be held during the Maha Kumbh on January 26, the UP government said in a statement. «Prominent seers and sages from across the country, including Shankaracharyas from all four Peeths and heads of 13 Akharas, will gather at the Sangam. »The Sansad will propose the formation of a Sanatan Board which will be submitted to the central government for approval. The goal is to establish a well-structured, government-recognised board that upholds the principles of Sanatan Dharma without any shortcomings," he said.

Assam chief minister Himanta Biswa Sarma proposed a series of initiatives aimed at capitalizing on Assam’s strategic location in alignment with India’s Act East Policy. These initiatives include establishing bio-foundries and bio-manufacturing hubs to enhance local industries and stimulate innovation, particularly within the bio-resources sector. Sarma participated in the India International Science Festival (IISF) 2024 at IIT Guwahati.Sarma emphasized the IISF as a testament to India's steadfast commitment to innovation, excellence, and the crucial role that science and technology play in driving national development and prosperity. He noted that this event embodies the vision of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, whose leadership has been instrumental in the development of the Northeast, particularly through the transformative influence of scientific progress. He contended that in our contemporary landscape, a nation's progress is intricately linked to the harmonious integration of technology, resources, and capital, highlighting technology as the primary catalyst for transformation. Such advancements, he posited, are crucial for achieving social equity, reducing poverty, and improving living standards. He noted that from agriculture to healthcare, environmental science, energy production, and communication, science acts as the engine of innovation, significantly enhancing human existence and paving the way for a sustainable future.

strategic action plan to strengthen ties between India and Italy, unveiled by Prime Minister Narendra Modi and his Italian counterpart Giorgia Meloni will lead to improved ties between the two nations, a senior Italian minister said on Saturday. Adolfo Urso, Minister of Business and Made in Italy, was speaking in Mumbai at the Villaggio Italia exposition, being held to coincide with the port of call of Amerigo Vespucci, a 93-year-old Italian Navy ship used for training and supporting national diplomacy. The plan, announced at the G20 summit, focuses on 10 key areas including defense, trade, clean energy, and connectivity, aiming to deepen collaboration and boost economic ties.

In a statement, Jairam Ramesh accused the Modi government of ignoring the «grim reality» of stagnant wages. He also accused Prime Minister Narendra Modi of «generating hype» while people continue to live in hope.

Pushkar Singh Dhami inaugurated 168 crib centres in the state for the dependent children of registered construction workers. During the program organised at the Chief Minister's Camp Office on Friday, he also distributed 60 computers, funded by CSR, to the Labor Department and Employees State Scheme Offices. According to an official statement, the Chief Minister flagged off a truck carrying tracksuits, shoes, and food items for 432 workers working on various projects in the Kedarnath area.

Devendra Fadnavis, Shiv Sena's Eknath Shinde and Nationalist Congress Party's Ajit Pawar on Thursday met Union Home Minister Amit Shah to discuss sharing of cabinet berths. Shah and BJP chief JP Nadda met with Shinde at Shah's residence before the meeting with Fadnavis and Pawar. The three of them met for around twenty minutes. While Shah was meeting Shinde, Fadnavis was meeting NCP leaders Ajit Pawar and Praful Patel at their party MP Sunil Tatkare's residence.

Uttar Pradesh chief minister Yogi Adityanath said the main essence of the three newly implemented criminal laws- Bhartiya Nyaya Sanhita- 2023, Bhartiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita- 2023, and Bhartiya Sakshya Adhiniyam- 2023- in the country lies in delivering justice, rather than focusing solely on crime and punishment. These three laws came into force on July 1, 2024. CM Yogi inaugurated the National Conference on the Role of Forensic Science and Cyber Security in the Justice Process, organized on the 75th anniversary of the adoption of the Indian Constitution in Lucknow on Tuesday. “With the inspiration of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, three new laws—Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita 2023, Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita 2023, and Bharatiya Sakshya Adhiniyam 2023—were implemented on July 1, 2024,” he said. He further added the essence of these laws lies not in criminal codes and penal provisions but in a code of justice and civil security. The process will begin with evidence collection, followed by bringing the accused to justice, he mentioned in his speech.

Ashwini Vaishnaw on Monday announced Prime Minister Narendra Modi-led Cabinet's decision to introduce PAN 2.0. Will you need to reapply for a new PAN card under the government’s recently launched PAN 2.0 Project? The answer is a clear no. The Union Cabinet on Monday approved the ₹1,435 crore PAN 2.0 initiative, ensuring that your existing PAN remains valid, even as the system undergoes a significant digital transformation. Vaishnaw, while announcing the decision, confirmed that the upgrades, including the addition of a QR code to PAN, will be rolled out free of cost to all taxpayers. The project aligns with the government's Digital India vision, making the Permanent Account Number a «common business identifier» across digital systems managed by government agencies.

BSNL) is gathering pace in India's telecom sector dominated by two large players, Reliance Jio and Bharti Airtel, while the third, Vodafone Idea, is dragged back by debt and losses. The state-owned telco is wooing subscribers to claw back market share, launching a slew of new offerings and initiatives, ranging from spam blockers to automated SIM kiosks and direct-to-device services. The Prime Minister Narendra Modi-led government’s ambitious project to revive BSNL is finally gaining momentum for the first time in two years. BSNL has gained subscribers and outperformed private giants Jio, Airtel and Voda Idea, shows data. This growth is largely due to BSNL’s decision not to raise tariffs in the latest quarter, and the central government injecting a lofty amount of Rs 3.22 lakh crore over the years into the company as well as into MTNL. «BSNL will be at the forefront and not a follower in the days to come,» Telecom Minister Jyotiraditya Scindia said recently. This optimism comes when, after a long wait, BSNL recorded growth for three months straight, from July to September.

opposition parties of the INDIA bloc have written to Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla, urging him to allow leaders of the opposition in both Houses to speak during the Constitution Day celebration function. President Droupadi Murmu, Vice-President Jagdeep Dhankhar and Prime Minister Narendra Modi will speak during Tuesday's function in the Central Hall of Samvidhan Sadan to mark the 75th anniversary of the Constituent Assembly's adoption of the Constitution. «We are writing in the context of the function being held tomorrow (Tuesday) in the Central Hall of Samvidhan Sadan to commemorate the 75th anniversary of the adoption of the Constitution of India. We understand that the function will be addressed by the president, vice-president and the prime minister of India,» the letter signed by leaders of various parties said. «We believe that in the best traditions and interests of Parliamentary democracy, the Leaders of Opposition (LoPs) in both Houses should also be given an opportunity to speak on this historic occasion,» it added.

Hundreds of supporters of India’s main opposition party have protested against billionaire Gautam Adani, who was recently indicted in the U.S. for alleged fraud and bribery, and accused the government of protecting the Indian coal magnate whose compani...

Swaminathan Aiyar, Consulting Editor, ET Now, says Maharashtra and Jharkhand elections show there are as many puzzles as lessons. There are no clear-cut lessons. While Hindutva line and local issues worked in BJP’s favour in Maharashtra while in Jharkhand they did not. But BJP will be happy that even where it has done badly in the general election, where Mr Modi mattered, it can do very well in the state election. It would be extremely heartening for the BJP to say there is much more to this party than just Mr Narendra Modi, that is a positive. In Maharashtra, the BJP-led Mahayuti alliance is all set to form the government. I guess the markets would like that, right? It is continuity and stability. Swaminathan Aiyar: Yes, categorically yes. It is not just that they won, they won with such a phenomenal sweep. I mean, it is like a slap on the face of the Congress party and the INDIA bloc. The INDIA bloc did recover something by winning Jharkhand quite convincingly going against the opinion polls that had suggested it might be a dead heat or something.

Mahakumbh 2025. This year's Mahakumbh is set to surpass all previous editions, with the inclusion of the Nishadraj cruise in the Sangam area as a notable highlight. Ahead of Prime Minister Narendra Modi's visit, the Nishadraj cruise, managed by the Inland Waterways Authority of India (IWAI), has embarked on its journey from Varanasi to Prayagraj. Equipped with modern amenities, the cruise symbolizes the state's dedication to innovation and excellence. Preparations are in full swing, with VIP vehicles like Kasturba positioned near the Naini Bridge to welcome the cruise. In collaboration with the Prayagraj Mela Authority, the Varanasi administration is leaving no stone unturned to ensure a majestic and memorable Mahakumbh experience for visitors from around the world.

Huawei Technologies Co. for breaching US laws shocked President Xi Jinping’s inner circle and raised questions over whether Donald Trump would intervene in the case. Trump now faces a similar dilemma after US prosecutors charged Gautam Adani — India’s most powerful businessman and a close ally of Prime Minister Narendra Modi — in a $250 million bribery scheme. While Modi’s party called it a private matter, and Adani’s company denied the allegations, the case threatens to roil US-India diplomatic ties. Although Trump didn’t intervene in the Huawei case, which was eventually settled in 2021 after he left office, on its face he’ll have more incentive to make this case go away. Beyond Trump’s personal connection with Modi, the incoming US president has packed his team with China hawks who want to see stronger ties with India to counterbalance Beijing’s power in the region.

Jitendra Singh on Sunday held a nearly two-hour 'Public Durbar' (public meeting) in Jammu and Kashmir's Kathua district, asserting that Prime Minister Narendra Modi led government is committed to resolve public issues at their doorsteps. Singh, who won Udhampur parliamentary constituency for third term in a row, held the public durbar at Marheen block of Hiranagar sector near the International border. It was a part of his ongoing spree to reach out to the public directly to listen to their issues and concerns. Several issues raised by individual citizens and delegations were resolved on-the-spot. Instructions for immediate action were issued in several other cases, an official said. He said the entire district administration led by Deputy Commissioner Rakesh Minhas and senior officers from various departments were also present for instant intervention and follow-up.

Mahayuti alliance achieved a decisive victory in the 2024 Maharashtra assembly elections, securing 231 of the 288 constituencies. The coalition, led by Shiv Sena's Eknath Shinde, Deputy Chief Ministers Devendra Fadnavis (BJP) and Ajit Pawar (NCP), is set to retain control of the state government. The opposition Maha Vikas Aghadi (MVA) managed to win or lead in only 50 seats, marking a significant setback for the alliance of the Congress, NCP (Sharad Pawar faction), and Uddhav Thackeray's Shiv Sena faction.