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May 2018

Sep 28, 2023

CM Bhupesh Baghel Inaugurates State's First Sugarcane-based Ethanol Plant

Chief Minister Bhupesh Baghel inaugurated Chhattisgarh's first sugarcane-based ethanol plant worth Rs. 141 crore in Kabirdham district.
Chief Minister Baghel established an 80-kilo litre per day (KLPD) ethanol plant in public-private partnership (PPP) mode through Bhoramdev Cooperative Sugar Producer Factory Limited, Kawardha, and M/s NKJ Bio Fuel.
The establishment of the ethanol plant will generate direct and indirect employment opportunities in the area and will strengthen the basis for economic prosperity in the area.

PM Modi Launches G20 Publications

Prime Minister Narendra Modi, during an address at the G20 University Connect Finale program held at Bharat Mandapam in New Delhi, released four significant publications related to India's G20 Summit presidency. The G20 University Connect initiative aimed to foster an understanding of India's G20 presidency among the nation's youth and enhance their participation in various G20 events.
The publications launched by the Prime Minister include: The Grand Success of G20 Bharat Presidency, Visionary Leadership, Inclusive Approach, India's G20 Presidency, Vasudhaiva Kutumbakam, Compendium of G20 University Connect Programme, and Showcasing Indian Culture at G20.
He credited the success of India's G20 Summit to the enthusiastic participation of the country's youth, emphasising that such large-scale events thrive when the youth actively engage with them.

Jharkhand CM Hemant Soren Seeks Recognition of 'Sarna' Religious Code for Tribals

Jharkhand Chief Minister Hemant Soren wrote to Prime Minister Narendra Modi, seeking recognition of the 'Sarna' code for tribals in order to safeguard their religious existence and constitutional rights.
Soren claimed that the population of tribals in the state has declined to 26 per cent from 38 per cent in the last eight decades.

Sep 27, 2023

Uttarakhand Govt Signs Mou with Ropeway Construction Firm Poma Group in London

The Uttarakhand government has signed a memorandum of understanding worth Rs. 2,000 crore with global ropeway construction firm Poma Group in London. The MoU was signed by Uttarakhand's secretary (industries) Vinay Shankar Pandey on behalf of the state government.
Chief minister Pushkar Singh Dhami said keeping in mind the geographical conditions of the state, there is immense potential for investment in the field of eco-friendly tourism in Uttarakhand.

Moody's Investors Service Raises Red Flags against Aadhaar

Moody's Investors Service, a global rating major, has expressed doubts about the reliability of India's Aadhaar, a 12-digit universal identity system.
The concerns revolve around the use of biometric technologies, particularly in hot and humid climates, and the resulting service disruptions.
In response, the Indian government has defended Aadhaar's credibility, emphasising its position as the world's most trusted digital ID.

Foreign Contribution (Regulation) Amendment Rules, 2023

The Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) has recently issued a gazetted notification, introducing amendments to the Foreign Contribution Regulation Act (FCRA) rules.
These changes have a significant impact on non-governmental organisations (NGOs) with FCRA licenses and individuals who receive foreign contributions.

Amit Khare's Tenure as PM's Adviser Extended

The Centre has decided to extend the tenure of Amit Khare, a retired IAS officer, as Adviser to the Prime Minister.
His current term, set to conclude on October 12, 2023, will now continue for a period that aligns with the term of the Prime Minister.

Sep 26, 2023

Amit Khare Gets Extension as Advisor to PM Modi

Former bureaucrat Amit Khare was given extension as advisor to Prime Minister Narendra Modi. An order issued by Department of Personnel and Trainning said that the Appointments Committee of the Cabinet (ACC) approved the extension in Khare's tenure beyond October 12, 2023, for a period co-terminus with the term of Prime Minister.
He was appointed to the post for two years in October 2021.
Khare, a 1985-batch (retired) IAS officer of the Jharkhand cadre, had superannuated on September 30, 2021. He last served as the higher education secretary.
In another order, the ACC approved the extension in tenure of Rajesh S. Gokhale as secretary, Department of Biotechnology, for a period of two years -- with effect from November 1.
The Appointments Committee of the Cabinet (ACC) was formed on January 26, 1950.

PM Modi Invites Students, Young Professionals to G-20 University Connect Finale

Prime Minister Narendra Modi invited people, especially university students and young professionals keen to pursue further education, to the G-20 University Connect Finale held at Bharat Mandapam on September 26.
Modi said that over the last year, the G-20 University Connect programme brought together India's youth as the initiative, spanning the entire year, proved to be incredibly fulfilling, yielding highly satisfying outcomes. It showcased to the world how our youth have emerged as vibrant cultural envoys, who have cemented enduring connections with the G20 fraternity.

Sep 25, 2023

Kovind-led Panel to Seek Parties' Views on 'One Nation, One Election'

Led by former President Ramnath Kovind, the panel on "One Nation, One Election" decided to invite political parties and the Law Commission to solicit their views on synchronised polls across India.
Union Home Minister Amit Shah, Minister of State (Independent Charge) for Law and Justice Arjun Ram Meghwal, former Leader of the Opposition in the Rajya Sabha Ghulam Nabi Azad, former Finance Commission Chairman NK Singh, former Lok Sabha Secretary General Subhash C. Kashyap and former Chief Vigilance Commissioner Sanjay Kothari attended the meeting. Senior advocate Harish Salve joined the meeting virtually while Adhir Ranjan Chowdhury, leader of the single largest party in the Opposition, was not present at the meeting. After being named, Chowdhury had declined to serve on the committee.

Sep 24, 2023

H. D. Kumaraswamy's Party Joins BJP-Led NDA Alliance

The Janata Dal (Secular) joined the BJP-led National Democratic Alliance ahead of next year's general election. The announcement was made after senior JDS leader and former Karnataka Chief Minister H. D. Kumaraswamy met Union Home Minister Amit Shah and BJP boss J. P. Nadda in Delhi.

Union Minister Kailash Choudhary Launches PM KISAN AI-Chatbot (Kisan e-Mitra) in New Delhi

Union Minister of State for Agriculture and Farmers Welfare Kailash Choudhary launches PM KISAN AI-Chatbot (Kisan e-Mitra) in New Delhi.
The AI Chatbot launch marks a significant step towards enhancing the efficiency and reach of the PM-KISAN scheme, and also providing farmers prompt, clear, and accurate responses to their queries.
Launching the AI Chatbot, Union Minister of State for Agriculture and Farmers Welfare, Kailash Choudhary said that the initiative is in line with Prime Minister Narendra Modi's vision to bring positive change to lives of farmers and improve governance through use of technology.

India, Pakistan Attend Meeting in Vienna on Indus Water Dispute

India took part in a two-day meeting in Vienna that was part of the proceedings aimed at resolving a dispute between New Delhi and Islamabad on the Kishenganga and Ratle hydroelectric projects in Jammu and Kashmir.
The meeting in the Austrian capital city was convened by a neutral expert.
Senior advocate Harish Salve was present at the meeting as India's lead counsel in the matter.
The meeting was convened by the neutral expert appointed on India's request under the aegis of the Indus Waters Treaty and was attended by representatives of India and Pakistan.

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