Highlighting the non-democratic and unequal nature of global governance institutions, PM Modi called for the reform of the multilateral system as the best signal of commitment to the cause of Open Societies
Was happy to address the G7 Session on Open Societies as a Lead Speaker.
PM Narendra Modi at G7
Democracy and freedom are part of India’s civilizational ethos, and find expression in the vibrancy and diversity of India’s society.
Also participated in the G7 session on Climate and reiterated India’s strong commitment to climate action.
India is the only G20 country on track to meet its Paris Commitments. And Indian Railways is committed to “Net Zero” by 2030.
Prime Minister’s Office:
On the second day of the Outreach Sessions of the G7 Summit, Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi took part in two sessions titled ‘Building Back Together—Open Societies and Economies’ and ‘Building Back Greener: Climate and Nature’.
Invited to speak as a Lead Speaker in the session on Open Societies, PM recalled that democracy and freedom were a part of India’s civilizations ethos.
He shared the concern expressed by several Leaders that open societies are particularly vulnerable to disinformation and cyber-attacks, and stressed the need to ensure that cyberspace remains an avenue for advancing democratic values and not of subverting it.
Highlighting the non-democratic and unequal nature of global governance institutions, PM called for the reform of the multilateral system as the best signal of commitment to the cause of Open Societies.
The leaders adopted the ‘Open Societies Statement’ at the end of the meeting.
In the session on climate change, PM highlighted that the planet’s atmosphere, biodiversity and oceans can not be protected by countries acting in silos, and called for collective action on climate change.
Speaking about India’s unwavering commitment to climate action, he mentioned the commitment by Indian Railways to achieve Net Zero Emissions by 2030.
He stressed that India is the only G-20 country on track to meet its Paris commitments. He also took note of the increasing effectiveness of the two major global initiatives nurtured by India i.e. the CDRI and the International Solar Alliance.
Prime Minister stressed that developing countries need better access to climate finance, and called for a holistic approach towards climate change that covers all dimensions of the problem- mitigation, adaptation, technology transfer, climate financing, equity, climate justice and lifestyle change.
Prime Minister’s message of global solidarity and unity, especially between open and democratic societies and economies, in tackling the global challenges of health, climate change and economic recovery was well received by the Leaders at the Summit.
Tamil Nadu CM, MK Stalin writes to PM Narendra Modi regarding invitation for bids for extraction of Hydrocarbon in Vadatheru Block of Cauvery Basin
Text of Tamil Nadu CM, MK Stalin to PM Narendra Modi regarding invitation for bids notified by the Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas for extraction of Hydrocarbon in Vadatheru Block of Cauvery Basin:
The Cauvery Basin, as you are well aware, is the bedrock of Tamil Nadu’s food security and agro based economy from time immemorial.
This ecologically fragile zone supports the livelihood of millions of farmers and farm workers.
In this context, projects to extract hydrocarbons from the Cauvery basin have faced unanimous strident opposition from all stakeholders. The Government of Tamil Nadu has consistently opposed hydrocarbon exploration and extraction projects in the Cauvery basin and neighbouring districts, given the pivotal role played by the region in the agrarian economy.
It is learnt that the Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas has invited bids for development of Oil and Gas fields at Vadatheru in Pudukkottai district in the Cauvery basin on 10.06.2021.
The identified area for auction falls in the Cauvery basin and also in the Protected Agricultural Zone declared by the State Government, under the Tamil Nadu Protected Agricultural Zone Development Act, 2020.
This legislation prohibits any new exploration, drilling and extraction of Oil and Natural Gas and other similar hydrocarbons from the Protected Agricultural Zone.
It is unfortunate that the sentiments of the people, the probable ecological impact and the legal enactments by Government of Tamil Nadu have not been taken into account by the relevant authorities.
The calling of bids by Government of India has already ignited public agitation in Pudukkottai and neighboring districts apprehending the adverse consequences of hydrocarbon extraction in this agrarian region.
My Government is of the firm view that no new hydrocarbon projects should be taken up in the Cauvery basin and neighbouring districts in the interest of protecting the livelihoods of the farmers and fragile agro-ecology of the Cauvery basin.
Moreover, any such proposal for new extraction in the Protected Agricultural Zone is in violation of the Tamil Nadu Protected Agricultural Zone Development Act, 2020.
In these circumstances, I urge you to immediately intervene and instruct the Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas to cancel the bid process for Vadatheru in Cauvery Basin.
I also request you to instruct the Ministry to consult the State Government before bringing any area in Tamil Nadu for any auctions in future for hydrocarbon exploration and extraction.
Initiatives with Bangladesh, Myanmar, Bhutan and Nepal expand the reach of our North East: Dr S Jaishankar
Act East starts with our North East.
Dr S Jaishankar – External Affairs Minister
MEA supports connectivity, energy, tourism and trade projects that benefit North East.
Act East Forum with Japan makes a direct infrastructure contribution.
Initiatives with Bangladesh, Myanmar, Bhutan and Nepal expand the reach of our North East.
30% of Delhi’s adult population has received at least one dose of vaccine: Atishi – AAP leader
Atishi – Senior AAP leader:
Delhi has now administered more than 60 lakh doses of vaccine, and 30% of the adult population has received at least one dose of vaccine!
If Delhi gets regular and adequate vaccine supplies, we can vaccinate all of Delhi at high speed!
AAM AADMI Party
BIG ACHIEVEMENT FOR DELHI
More than 60 lakh Delhiites have received the COVID-19 vaccine till date!
46,33,650 people have received their first dose
14.40 lakh people have received both the doses
Karnataka’s positivity rate stands at 6.02% Bengaluru’s at 3.23%; Dr Sudhakar
With 1,29,617 tests and 7,810 new cases in last 24 hours Karnataka’s positivity rate stands at 6.02%.
18,648 recoveries were reported in the stage today including 4,125 in Bengaluru.
With 41,618 tests and 1,348 new cases Bengaluru’s positivity rate stands at 3.23%.
Giving a major boost to our farmers, the State Govt. has started airlifting Manipuri pineapples even during this pandemic: Biren Singh – CM
Giving a major boost to our farmers, the State Govt. has started airlifting Manipuri pineapples even during this pandemic.
N Biren Singh – Chief Minister, Manipur
With Govt.’s support, the marketing firms have been able to scale up exports & the farmers have benefited to the tune of several Crores of Rupees
Participated in the auspicious Silanyasam of Sri Venkateswara Swamy Temple in Jammu: Kishen Reddy
G Kishan Reddy – Minister of State for Home Affairs:
“Venkatadri Samam Sthaanam
Brahmande Naasti Kinchanaa
Venkatesa Samo Devo
Na Bhootho Na Bhavishyati”
Participated in the auspicious Silanyasam of Sri Venkateswara Swamy Temple in Jammu which was performed in the midst of Vedic chants, by following Aagama Shastras.
Lt Governor of J&K, Shri Manoj Sinha, MoS PMO & DoNER, Dr Jitendra Singh, Chairman, TTD Sri YV Subba Reddy, Sri Ram Madhav, Members & Officials of the Tirumala Tirupati Devasthanams & others participated in the Puja, performed by Archakas of TTD.
Sri Sri at Sunrise
Feeling blessed is the first step towards the Self :
@SriSri
The 44th GST Council meeting held under the Chairmanship of FM Nirmala Sitharaman has decided to reduce the GST rates on specified items being used in COVID-19 relief and management
Ministry of Finance:
The 44th GST Council met under the Chairmanship of Union Finance & Corporate Affairs Minister Smt Nirmala Sitharaman through video conferencing here today.
The Council in its meeting has decided to reduce the GST rates on the specified items being used in Covid-19 relief and management till 30th September, 2021.
The meeting was also attended by Union Minister of State for Finance & Corporate Affairs Shri Anurag Thakur besides Finance Ministers of States & UTs and senior officers of the Ministry of Finance & States/ UTs.
The details of recommendations are given below :
| S. No. | Description | Present GST Rate | GST Rate recommended by GST Council |
| Medicines | |||
| 1. | Tocilizumab | 5% | Nil |
| 2. | Amphotericin B | 5% | Nil |
| 3. | Anti-Coagulants like Heparin | 12% | 5% |
| 4. | Remdesivir | 12% | 5% |
| 5. | Any other drug recommended by Ministry of Health and Family Welfare (MoHFW) and Dept. of Pharma (DoP) for Covid treatment | Applicable Rate | 5% |
| Oxygen, Oxygen generation equipment and related medical devices | |||
| 1. | Medical Grade Oxygen | 12% | 5% |
| 2. | Oxygen Concentrator/ Generator, including personal imports thereof | 12% | 5% |
| 3. | Ventilators | 12% | 5% |
| 4. | Ventilator masks / canula / helmet | 12% | 5% |
| 5. | BiPAP Machine | 12% | 5% |
| 6. | High flow nasal canula (HFNC) device | 12% | 5% |
| Testing Kits and Machines | |||
| 1. | Covid Testing Kits | 12% | 5% |
| 2. | Specified Inflammatory Diagnostic Kits, namely D-Dimer, IL-6, Ferritin and LDH | 12% | 5% |
| Other Covid-19 related relief material | |||
| 1. | Pulse Oximeters, incl personal imports thereof | 12% | 5% |
| 2. | Hand Sanitizer | 18% | 5% |
| 3. | Temperature check equipment | 18% | 5% |
| 4. | Gas/Electric/other furnaces for crematorium, including their installation, etc. | 18% | 5% |
| 5. | Ambulances | 28% | 12% |
These rate reductions/exemptions shall remain in force upto 30th September 2021.
Released 3000 cubic feet of Water from the Mettur Dam for cultivation: MK Stalin
Released 3000 cubic feet of Water from the Mettur Dam for cultivation.
MK Stalin – CM, Tamil NAdu
In the coming months water will be released based on cultivation needs. Farmers should economise water usage!
If the Delta region, the rice bowl of Tamil Nadu, prospers, Tamil Nadu will prosper too!
Delighted to be back in Kenya: Dr S Jaishankar
Delighted to be back in Kenya.
Dr S Jaishankar – External affairs minister
Thank FM Raychelle Omamo for her gracious welcome and hospitality.
A productive discussion on our bilateral cooperation that we will be taking forward through the Joint Commission.
A detailed exchange on regional and global issues as befitting two UNSC members.
A historical solidarity is today a modern partnership.
Best Industrial city in India! : Amitabh Kant
Visited Auric city developed by NICDC & MIDC in Shendra-Bidkin region of Aurangabad.
Amitabh Kant – Ceo, niti aayog
Top class master planning, world class infrastructure, brilliant use of technology through a command centre, centralised sewage & waste management.
73 Cos operating.
Best Industrial city in India!
Sri Sri at Sunrise
You cannot find a better place than the Divine to keep your heart safe and the mind sane:
@SriSri
Pic Credit:Sri Sri
100 Days Programme – 11 June to 19 September: Pinarayi Vijayan
Pinarayi Vijayan – Chief Minister, Kerala :
100 Days Programme – 11 June to 19 September
Projects worth Rs. 2464.92 Crore via RKI, KIIFB and PWD.
77,350 direct and indirect employment opportunities.
12,000 title land deeds.
10,000 LIFE Mission houses.
50,000 laptops to students.
Organic farming in 25,000 HA.
Advise CWMA to ensure that the monthly schedule fixed by the Supreme Court is honored in the quantum of Cauvery water received at Biligundulu: MK Stalin
Our Govt has decided to open the Mettur Dam on 12th June.
MK Stalin – CM, Tamil Nadu
In this regard, I’ve written to Union Minister of Jal Shakti, Thiru GS Shekhawat requesting him to advise CWMA to ensure that the monthly schedule fixed by the Supreme Court is honored in the quantum of water received at Biligundulu.
12 job-oriented Bachelor Programmes launched in Delhi Skill & Entrepreneurship University: AAP
Historic decision in Delhi’s Education Revolution
AAM Aadmi party
12 job-oriented Bachelor Programmes launched in Delhi Skill & Entrepreneurship University
DSEU will visit schools to admit 6000 students in 1st round
HDFC, Tech Mahindra, TCS, Hero FinCorp etc partners with DSEU
I’m happy to welcome Shri Mukul Roy into the Trinamool Congress family: Abhishek Banerjee
I’m happy to welcome Shri Mukul Roy, National Vice-President of BJP into the Trinamool Congress family.
Abhishek banerjee – National Genereal Secretary, Trinamool congress
We empathize with his many struggles in BJP & assure him that we’ll work together as a team to ensure the brightest future for all Indians under Mamata Banerjee’s leadership.
Adding 466.72 acres to the Mangrove Forest is our small contributory beginning in climate change mitigation and adaptation: Aaditya Thackeray
Aaditya Thackeray – Minister, Maharashtra Govt. :
MTDC has handed over 466.72 acres of mangrove land in MTDC area in Gorai & Manori, to State Mangrove Cell for protection as Reserve Forest under IFA, 1927.
Today in MTDC board meeting we endorsed this decision, recognising the urgent need for mangrove protection.
This decision was long over due and we, as MTDC Board feel that it’s important for tourism to be eco friendly.
More so, adding 466.72 acres to the Mangrove Forest is our small contributory beginning in climate change mitigation and adaptation.