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Shri Rao Inderjit Singh to inaugurate NFRA seminar on “High Quality Financial Reporting Framework through Effective Independent Oversight” as part of Azadi Ka Amrit Mahotsav celebrations under Ministry of Corporate Affairs tomorrow

Shri Rao Inderjit Singh to inaugurate NFRA seminar on “High Quality Financial Reporting Framework through Effective Independent Oversight” as part of Azadi Ka Amrit Mahotsav celebrations under Ministry of Corporate Affairs tomorrow


Raksha Mantri Shri Rajnath Singh visits training institutions of Vietnam on the final day of his visit to the country

 

Raksha Mantri Shri Rajnath Singh visits training institutions of Vietnam on the final day of his visit to the country

Gifts one million dollars to Air Force Officers Training School at Nha Trang to establish a language & IT laboratory

Raksha Mantri Shri Rajnath Singh visited the training institutions of Vietnam on June 10, 2022 - the final day of his three-day official visit to the Southeast Asian country. Shri Rajnath Singh, who is in Vietnam to enhance defence cooperation between the two countries, began his day’s engagements by paying a visit to Air Force Officers Training School at Nha Trang.

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He handed over a gift of one million dollars on behalf of Government of India for the establishment of a language and IT laboratory in the School. Addressing the Officers at the School, he hoped that the laboratory would substantially contribute to sharpen the language and IT skills of Air Defence and Air Force personnel of Vietnam.

Highlights

·       Later, Shri Rajnath Singh visited the Telecommunications University in Nha Trang, where an Army Software Park is being established with the $US 5 million grant from Government of India. The grant was announced during Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi’s visit to Vietnam in September 2016.

·       During his visit to Vietnam, the Raksha Mantri had held bilateral talks with Minister of National Defence General Phan Van Giang and called on the President of Vietnam Mr Nguyen Xuan Phuc & Prime Minister Mr Pham Minh Chinh.

·       On June 09, 2022, Shri Rajnath Singh handed over 12 High Speed Guard Boats to Vietnam during his visit to Hong Ha Shipyard in Hai Phong. The boats have been constructed under the Government of India’s $US 100 million Defence Line of Credit to Vietnam.

 


Shri Parshottam Rupala participates in DD News Conclave on 8 years of Government

 

Shri Parshottam Rupala participates in DD News Conclave on 8 years of Government

Union Cabinet Minister of Fisheries, Animal Husbandry and Dairying Shri Parshottam Rupala participated in DD News conclave on 8th June, 2022. With the Union Government under Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi completing eight years, DD News is organizing a week-long News Conclave titled ‘आठ साल मोदी सरकार: सपने कितने हुए साकार’ from 3rd to 11th June, 2022.

Why is it in news?

During the interview, Shri Parshottam Rupala said that Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi has always promoted scientific innovation and technology in all sectors, especially for farmer welfare, which has always been a top priority for the government. He remarked that this was true even when Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi was the Chief Minister of Gujarat and he used to hold interactive sessions with farmers, initiated the Krishi Mahotsav and also started ambulances, mobile veterinary units for animals.

Highlights

·       He added that Currently under the 11th installment of PM-Kisan, Rs. 2 lakh Cr has been transferred under DBT, directly into the beneficiary’s account.

·       Further to promote services & entrepreneurship in dairy sector, fifty percent subsidy has been given for breeding farms & handholding of dairy units. Speaking about the strength of the Cooperatives, Shri Parshottam Rupala said that one of the most successful examples has been Amul in Gujarat which pumps in more than 125 crore rupees per day into India’s villages.  Attempts are on to replicate this in other sectors of agriculture as well. In Fisheries sector, the Government has introduced the Pradhan Mantri Matsya Sampada Yojana which has brought Kisan Credit Cards for the first time for fishermen, and is also extending support for entrepreneurship, fish transportation, livelihood etc.

 

 


Shri Parshottam Rupala participates in DD News Conclave on 8 years of Government

 

Shri Parshottam Rupala participates in DD News Conclave on 8 years of Government

Union Cabinet Minister of Fisheries, Animal Husbandry and Dairying Shri Parshottam Rupala participated in DD News conclave on 8th June, 2022. With the Union Government under Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi completing eight years, DD News is organizing a week-long News Conclave titled ‘आठ साल मोदी सरकार: सपने कितने हुए साकार’ from 3rd to 11th June, 2022.

Why is it in news?

During the interview, Shri Parshottam Rupala said that Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi has always promoted scientific innovation and technology in all sectors, especially for farmer welfare, which has always been a top priority for the government. He remarked that this was true even when Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi was the Chief Minister of Gujarat and he used to hold interactive sessions with farmers, initiated the Krishi Mahotsav and also started ambulances, mobile veterinary units for animals.

Highlights

·       He added that Currently under the 11th installment of PM-Kisan, Rs. 2 lakh Cr has been transferred under DBT, directly into the beneficiary’s account.

·       Further to promote services & entrepreneurship in dairy sector, fifty percent subsidy has been given for breeding farms & handholding of dairy units. Speaking about the strength of the Cooperatives, Shri Parshottam Rupala said that one of the most successful examples has been Amul in Gujarat which pumps in more than 125 crore rupees per day into India’s villages.  Attempts are on to replicate this in other sectors of agriculture as well. In Fisheries sector, the Government has introduced the Pradhan Mantri Matsya Sampada Yojana which has brought Kisan Credit Cards for the first time for fishermen, and is also extending support for entrepreneurship, fish transportation, livelihood etc.

 

 


Spectacular NMDC Exhibition at DPE's Azadi Ka Amrit Mahotsav Mega Show

Spectacular NMDC Exhibition at DPE's Azadi Ka Amrit Mahotsav Mega Show

The largest iron ore producer of India, National Mineral Development Corporation (NMDC) is participating in the Exhibition, organized by Department of Public Enterprises (DPE) to celebrate the ongoing Azadi Ka Amrit Mahotsav (AKAM) at Mahatma Mandir Convention and Exhibition Center, Gandhinagar, Gujarat from 9th to 12th June, 2022. Chief Minister of Gujarat Shri Bhupendrabhai Patel and Smt Nirmala Sitharaman, Union Minister of Finance & Corporate Affairs, inaugurated the exhibition on ‘Nation Building and CPSEs’ where 75 CPSEs including NMDC showcased their achievements towards nation building.  

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The NMDC pavilion was inaugurated by the company’s Director (Finance) Shri Amitava Mukherjee. The stall displays of NMDC’s major achievements of 42 million tonnes iron ore production, the company’s transformational digital journey, and investment in building the social capital of its host communities. In the honour of 75 years of independence, NMDC is organizing activities and campaigns to engage people in celebrating Azadi ka Amrit Mahotsav as a Jan-Utsav in the spirit of Jan-Bhagidari.

Highlights

·        Congratulating team NMDC for its excellent display at the exhibition, Shri Amitava Mukherjee said, “NMDC’s endeavor to build a robust digital infrastructure is in line with the motive of the Finance Ministry’s Iconic Week. Our lighthouse digital initiative will boost production, ensure mineral security, and is a tribute to India@75.”

·        Speaking on the occasion, Shri Sumit Deb, CMD, NMDC said that CPSEs have played a pivotal role in the growth story of our nation and this iconic Azadi ka Amrit Mahotsav celebration is befitting. NMDC is devoted to building a self-reliant and steel solid future for India. It is a moment of pride for us to be a part of this mega show.