Coal Ministry holds BRICS side event on clean coal technologies; highlights coal gasification
New Delhi, June 24 (IANS) The Ministry of Coal organised a BRICS side event on clean coal technologies focused on coal gasification’s role in supporting energy security, industrial development and cleaner utilisation of coal, an official statement said on Wednesday. The event drew senior government officials, public sector enterprises, industry technology providers, and a BRICS […]
Maha CM Fadnavis meets Amazon CEO Andy Jassy, discusses collaboration opportunities
Mumbai, June 24 (IANS) Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis on Wednesday met the Amazon Chief Executive Officer (CEO) Andy Jassy and said that they discussed on how Maharashtra is India’s technology capital and Amazon is the integral partner in the state’s digital transformation journey. “It was a great pleasure to meet and welcome the CEO […]
Time has come to execute district, state textile plans with proactive mindset: Giriraj Singh
New Delhi, June 24 (IANS) Union Textiles Minister Giriraj Singh on Wednesday said the time had come to execute district and state textile plans with a proactive approach, stressing the need for value addition, sustainability, niche products and effective utilisation of free trade agreements to achieve India’s textile export ambitions. Addressing the concluding session of […]
PM Modi reviews Rs 30,000-crore infra projects, stresses faster execution
New Delhi, June 24 (IANS) Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday chaired the 52nd meeting of PRAGATI, the ICT-enabled multi-modal platform designed to promote proactive governance and ensure timely implementation of projects through close coordination between the Centre and State Governments. During the meeting held at Seva Teerth, the Prime Minister reviewed four major infrastructure […]
Japan weather agency warns of rain-caused disasters as heavy downpours batter Kyushu
Tokyo, June 24 (IANS) Japan’s weather agency warned on Wednesday that the risk of life-threatening landslides and flooding was rapidly rising in the Kyushu region as extremely heavy rainfall battered southwestern Japan. Local residents have been urged to stay vigilant and take immediate steps to ensure their safety. According to the Japan Meteorological Agency (JMA), […]
Mexico to formally seek 16-year USMCA extension: Economy Minister
Mexico City, June 24 (IANS) The Mexican government will formally propose extending the United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement, or USMCA, for another 16 years during a virtual trilateral meeting scheduled for July 1, Mexican Economy Minister Marcelo Ebrard has said. Ebrard on Tuesday (local time) said July 1 marks the start of the trade agreement’s review process, […]
Europe reels under extreme heat; WHO calls it ‘health emergency’
Rome, June 24 (IANS) Europe is witnessing a record heatwave, putting several countries under pressure as the World Health Organisation has called the situation a “health emergency”. In Italy, the red alerts will rise to 16 on Wednesday, reports Adnkronos. Tuesday was officially the hottest day ever recorded in France since measurements began in 1947. […]
EAM Jaishankar, South Korean counterpart Cho Hyun review ties, opportunities in startups
Seoul, June 24 (IANS) External Affairs Minister (EAM) S. Jaishankar held a meeting with his South Korean counterpart Cho Hyun in Seoul on Wednesday and reviewed cooperation across shipbuilding, trade, investments, defence, technology, clean energy, culture and P2P domains. EAM Jaishankar and Cho Hyun also spoke about opportunities in startups, fintech and multilateral fora. Following […]
South Korea to commemorate 76th anniversary of Korean War this week
Seoul, June 24 (IANS) South Korea will hold a ceremony marking the 76th anniversary of the 1950-53 Korean War this week to commemorate the sacrifices of troops who fought in the conflict, the veterans ministry said Wednesday. The event, slated for Thursday at a convention center in Suwon, just south of Seoul, will be attended […]
India offers condolences over passing of Timor-Leste’s former President Francisco Guterres
New Delhi, June 24 (IANS) India on Wednesday offered its condolences on the passing of Timor-Leste’s former President, Francisco Guterres ‘Lu-Olo’, the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) said. Guterres will be remembered for his support in fostering the ties between India and Timor-Leste, the MEA said. “Secretary (East) Shri Rudrendra Tandon visited the Embassy of […]
