Foreign Relations
Sixth Round of FOC between India and Mexico held
The sixth round of the Foreign Office Consultations between India and Mexico was held on 29 June 2022 in Mexico City. […]
Month: June 2022
Business
India’s marine product exports up by 30% to Rs 57586.48 cr
Frozen shrimp retains the top position as a major item of exports; the USA, China, EU, South East Asia, Japan, and the Middle East are the major importers […]
Business
Piyush Goyal Felicitates 126 Exporters at 23rd Handicrafts Export Awards
Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi is the brand ambassador of India’s handloom sector as he is seen wearing some of the artistically woven clothes: Shri Goyal
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Business
Ministry of Steel onboards itself on National portal for GatiShakti
Identifies 38 high-impact projects under PM –GatiShakti; PM GatiShakti eyes expansion of Rail network New Inland Waterways, Roads, Ports, Gas Pipelines, and Airports/Airstrips to drive the Steel sector towards achieving its targeted goals by 2030-31 […]
Business
15 companies selected under 2nd Round of PLI Scheme for White Goods
6 AC Companies to invest Rs 908 crore; 9 LED Companies to invest Rs 460 crore; Production worth Rs 25,583 crore expected over next 5 years, creating additional direct employment of about 4,000 persons […]
Business
Thirty-One Companies Submit Bids for Commercial Coal Mining Auction
Total of 38 Online & Offline Bids Submitted; Technical Evaluation to be Carried out by Committee of Senior Officers; Technically Qualified Bidders to be Shortlisted for Participation in Electronic Auction […]
Foreign Relations
PM Modi meets President of the UAE, Ruler of Abu Dhabi
Prime Minister made a brief stopover at Abu Dhabi on his return from Munich today. Prime Minister called on the President of the UAE and Ruler of Abu Dhabi His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan. […]
Foreign Relations
Second Round of FOC between India and Cuba held
The 2nd round of Foreign Office Consultations (FOC) between India and Cuba was held in Havana on 27 June 2022. […]
Foreign Relations
Modi held a bilateral meeting with the PM of Canada
Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi held a bilateral meeting with the Prime Minister of Canada, H.E. Mr. Justin Trudeau, on 27 June 2022 on the sidelines of the G7 Summit in Schloss Elmau, Germany.
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Foreign Relations
PM Meeting with President of European Commission
Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi met the President of the European Commission, H.E. Ms. Ursula von der Leyen, on 27 June 2022 on the sidelines of the G-7 Summit in Schloss Elmau, Germany.
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Foreign Relations
PM Modi holds first bilateral meeting with Argentina President on G7 sidelines
Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi met the President of Argentina, H.E. Mr. Alberto Fernandez, in Munich on the sidelines of the G7 Summit on 26 June 2022.
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Foreign Relations
GOI wants to create 75 textile hubs like Tiruppur: Shri Goyal
Textile industry in Tiruppur is providing employment to 10 lakh people both direct and indirect: Shri Goyal; The textile sector has the potential to grow to ₹20 lakh Cr industry in the next 5 years with exports of ₹10 lakh Cr: Shri Goyal […]
Agriculture & Commodities
Union Chemicals and Fertilizers Minister visits MFL
Dr. Mansukh Mandaviya congratulates the MFL team for having achieved a milestone in their journey towards the collective effort of AtmaNirbharta in fertilizers
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General
Union Agriculture Minister visits National Mithun Research Center, ICAR Institute and Farm
Central Government working on ‘Vocal for Local’ in AatmaNirbhar Bharat campaign – Shri Tomar
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Foreign Relations
PM Modi Interaction with the Indian Community in Germany
Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi addressed and interacted with the Indian community in Germany at the Audi Dome, Munich […]
Foreign Relations
PM’s Departure Statement ahead of his visit to Germany and UAE
I will be visiting Schloss Elmau, Germany at the invitation of the Chancellor of Germany, H.E. Mr. Olaf Scholz, for the G7 Summit under the German Presidency. […]
Business
India has produced 51.7 MT raw coking coal
Coal Ministry Action Plan to Enhance Coking Coal Production Substantially; Produces 8.3 Million Ton Coking Coal Up to May 2022; Targets 140 Million Ton Production By 2030
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Foreign Relations
India wants to capture the world market: Shri Goyal
The textile industry has huge potential to generate jobs in coming years: Shri Piyush Goyal; The country would reach 30 trillion economies from the level of 3 trillion economies: Shri Goyal […]
Technology
DRDO, Indian Navy successfully test VL-SRSAM missile system in Odisha
Vertical Launch Short Range Surface to Air Missile (VL-SRSAM) was successfully flight-tested by the Defence Research & Development Organisation (DRDO) and the Indian Navy from an Indian Naval Ship at Integrated Test Range (ITR), Chandipur off the coast of Odisha on June 24, 2022 […]
Foreign Relations
Earthquake Relief Assistance for the people of Afghanistan
In the wake of the tragic earthquake that struck Afghanistan on June 22, 2022, causing massive destruction and loss of precious lives, the Government of India, as a true first responder, has dispatched 27 tons of emergency relief assistance in two flights for the people of Afghanistan.
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Foreign Relations
Prime Minister participates in 14th BRICS Summit
Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi led India’s participation at the 14th BRICS Summit, convened under the Chairship of President Xi Jinping of China on 23-24 June 2022, in a virtual format. […]
Agriculture & Commodities
Union Agriculture Minister addresses FICCI’s 11th Agrochemicals Conclave
The private sector should also join hands with the Government to reduce the use of fertilizers and pesticides – Shri Tomar
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Agriculture & Commodities
Prahlad Singh Patel inaugurates the National Conference on Millets
Production of coarse cereals in the country has increased; Coarse grain also considered a storehouse in times of famine: Shri Prahlad Singh Patel; Need to mainstream millets to improve India’s nutrition outcomes: MoS, Ministry of FPI
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Business
Pm Inaugurates ‘Vanijya Bhawan’ And Launches Niryat Portal
“Dr. Shyama Prasad Mukherjee’s policies, decisions, resolve, and their fulfillment was very important in giving direction to independent India”: Prime Minister
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Foreign Relations
4th India-New Zealand Foreign Ministry Consultations held
The 4th Foreign Ministry Consultations between India and New Zealand were held in New Delhi on 23 June 2022. Shri Saurabh Kumar, Secretary (East) led the Indian delegation while the New Zealand side was led by Mr. Mark Sinclair, Deputy Secretary, Americas, and Asia Group, Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Trade. […]
Foreign Relations
ONGC Videsh announces new discovery in Colombia
ONGC Videsh Limited (OVL), the wholly-owned subsidiary and overseas arm of Oil and Natural Gas Corporation Ltd. […]
Business
Piyush Goyal chairs ONDC Advisory Council Meeting
ONDC platform gains traction as 7 companies build ONDC-compatible Apps; Promising results in the pilot phase of ONDC with digitally present traders; Shri Goyal asks the department to launch a pilot for non-digital traders
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Foreign Relations
Deployment of a technical team in Embassy of India, Kabul
In order to closely monitor and coordinate the efforts of various stakeholders for the effective delivery of humanitarian assistance and in continuation of our engagement with the Afghan people, an Indian technical team has reached Kabul today and has been deployed in our Embassy there.
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Foreign Relations
Rajnath Singh, Australian counterpart review defence cooperation pact
Raksha Mantri Shri Rajnath Singh & his Australian counterpart Mr. Richard Marles discuss ways to enhance defense cooperation during bilateral talks in New Delhi
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Agriculture & Commodities
“Purple Revolution” has shifted focus to Agri-tech Start-ups: Jitendra Singh
Says, farmers in J&K are switching from traditional farming to aroma crops like lavender in a big way due to high monetary returns
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Business
Mega Buyer-Seller Meet in Guwahati under One District One Product Initiative
With the vision to promote sustainable trade and create market linkages, a mega buyer-seller meeting was organized under the One District One Product initiative of the Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade (DPIIT), Ministry of Commerce and Industry with the support of the Ministry of Development of North East Region (MDoNER) and its PSUs, North Eastern Handicrafts and Handloom Development Corporation (NEHHDC) and North East Regional Agriculture Marketing Corporation Limited (NERAMAC). […]
Foreign Relations
Prime Minister’s visit to Germany and UAE from 26-28 June 2022
Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi will be visiting Schloss Elmau, Germany at the invitation of Chancellor of Germany, H.E. Mr. Olaf Scholz, for the G7 Summit under the German Presidency on 26-27 June 2022. […]
Technology
Mou Signed Between Indian Navy And The Directorate General Of Shipping
A landmark Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) has been signed between the Indian Navy (IN) and the Directorate General of Shipping on 20 Jun 22 to facilitate the transition of Indian Navy personnel, both serving and retired, into the Merchant Navy. […]
Foreign Relations
38th India – Indonesia Coordinated Patrol
The 38th edition of India–Indonesia Coordinated Patrol (IND-INDO CORPAT) between the Indian Navy and the Indonesian Navy is being conducted from 13-24 Jun 22. […]
Foreign Relations
Ms. Ruchira Kamboj appointed as the next Ambassador of United Nation
Ms. Ruchira Kamboj appointed as the next Ambassador/Permanent Representative of India to the United Nations in New York
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Foreign Relations
Raksha Mantri to hold bilateral talks with his Australian counterpart
Raksha Mantri Shri Rajnath Singh will hold bilateral talks with Australian Deputy Prime Minister and Minister for Defence Mr. Richard Marles in New Delhi on June 22, 2022. […]
Foreign Relations
Visit of External Affairs Minister of India to Kigali
Dr. S. Jaishankar, External Affairs Minister (EAM), will be visiting Kigali from June 22-25 to attend the 26th Commonwealth Heads of Government Meeting (CHOGM). […]
Foreign Relations
Prime Minister’s participation in the 14th BRICS Summit hosted by China
At the invitation of President Xi Jinping, Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi will be attending the 14th BRICS Summit hosted by China in virtual format on 23-24 June 2022. […]
Finance
Sovereign Gold Bond Scheme 2022-23 – Issue Price
In terms of Government of India Notification No.4(6)-B(W&M)/2022 dated June 15, 2022, Sovereign Gold Bonds 2022-23 (Series I) will be opened for subscription during the period June 20-24, 2022 with Settlement date June 28, 2022. […]
Finance
GoI announces auction for Sale (Issue / Re-issue) of different government securities
The government of India (GoI) has announced the Sale (Issue/re-issue) of (i) ‘New Government Security 2024’ for a notified amount of `4,000 crores (nominal) through yield-based auction using a uniform price method; (ii) ‘‘7.10% Government Security 2029’ for a notified amount of `7,000 crores (nominal) through price based auction using uniform price method; (iii) ‘6.54% Government Security, 2032’ for a notified amount of `13,000 crores (nominal) through price based auction using uniform price method; and (iv) ‘6.95% Government Security 2061’ for a notified amount of `9,000 crores (nominal) through price based auction using multiple price method. […]
Foreign Relations
India Emerged As Voice Of Developing Nations In WTO’s 12th MC: Goyal
Guided by PM Modi, India “batted on the forefront” during WTO negotiations: Shri Goyal; MC12 made progress on several issues, and many agreements were arrived at after a gap of several years, says Shri Goyal
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Technology
Indian 5G Test Bed To Be Established At Mcte, Mhow
An Indian 5G testbed is to be established at the Military College of Telecommunication Engineering (MCTE), Mhow in collaboration with the Indian Institute of Technology, Madras (IIT-M) […]
Foreign Relations
Textile Minister Piyush Goyal confident about 15% growth in apparel market
Apparel, Fashion Jewellery, and MICE are three industries where India has to grow: Shri Piyush Goyal; All countries are eager to make friends with India, as we offer huge opportunities and promises: Shri Goyal
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Business
‘Svadha’- Wellness Wear Collection in Khadi
This year India will be celebrating the eighth edition of the International Day of Yoga on 21st June 2022. […]
Foreign Relations
India-Bangladesh 7th Joint Consultative Commission Meeting Held In Delhi
The JCC was co-chaired by Dr. S. Jaishankar, External Affairs Minister of India and Dr. A.K. Abdul Momen, M.P., Minister for Foreign Affairs of Bangladesh. […]
Business
Domestic Coal Production Goes up by 28% as of 16 June, 2022
Total Production Touches Nearly 138 Million Ton as on 31st May 2022-23; Adequate Coal Supply to Power Sector Ensured on Sustained Basis; Coal Stock At Different Mines Touches 52 Million Ton, Sufficient For 24 Days’ Power Sector Requirement
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Business
Agniveers offered smooth transition to Merchant Navy: Shipping Ministry
Ministry to work closely with Indian Navy to equip Agniveers to join highly skilled & remunerative Merchant Navy; Agnipath’s scheme to train & transform youths through the Indian Navy to take up captivating roles in the merchant navy […]
Foreign Relations
India, Vietnam issue Joint Logo for celebration of 50 years of ties
On the sidelines of the Special ASEAN-India Foreign Ministers’ Meeting in New Delhi, on 17 June 2022, External Affairs Minister Dr. S. Jaishankar and the Foreign Minister of Vietnam H.E. Mr. Bui Thanh Son launched the joint logo for the celebration of 50 years of India-Vietnam Diplomatic Relations. […]
Foreign Relations
7th round of Bangladesh-India JCC meet on Sunday
India and Bangladesh will be holding the 7th Meeting of the Joint Consultative Commission (JCC) in New Delhi on June 19, 2022. […]
Foreign Relations
India, EU resume negotiations for free trade agreement after 9 years
Shri Piyush Goyal & Mr. Valdis Dombrovskis, Executive Vice-President of the European Commission also announced the launch of negotiations for an Investment Protection Agreement and a GI Agreement at a joint event at the EU headquarters in Brussels
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