PM Modi Attends Rozgaar Mela, Hands 70,000 Appointment Letters Virtually
Praising the fast pace of growth and employment under the NDA and BJP Government, PM Narendra Modi gave 70,000 virtual appointment letters. Addressing the Rashtriya Rozgar Mela, PM Narendra Modi highlighted how different Indian sectors, including agriculture is rising, with the involvement of youths and technology. "Atmanirbhar is generating jobs in urban and rural areas," said PM Modi. He also appreciated star-ups in India, which generated… read-more
Tags: PM Narendra Modi, rozgar mela, Indian Employment, Government Jobs, Atmanirbhar
Courtesy: ANI News
PM Modi Hands Over Made-In-India 'LCH' To The Indian Air Force
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on November 19, handed over an indigenously manufactured Made-In-India light combat helicopter (LCH) to the Indian Air Force. For efficient combat missions, the light combat helicopter includes sophisticated technologies and stealth features and is reportedly designed by Hindustan Aeronautics Limited. It is the world's only assault helicopter capable of landing and taking off at 5,000 meters while carrying a large… read-more
Tags: Made in India, Atmanirbhar, India, Defence, PM Modi
Courtesy: IndiaToday
Govt Inks Deal With Mahindra Defence To Buy Special Vehicles For Army
The Defence Ministry has inked a Rs 1,056-crore military equipment deal with Mahindra Defence Systems Ltd. Under the deal, the government will purchase 1,300 Light Specialist Vehicles for Indian Army. Giving Impetus to 'Atmanirbhar Initiative', these indigenously manufactured vehicles will assist army in carrying Medium Machine guns and Automatic Grenade Launchers in fighting units. In addition, these combat vehicles will provide all-round… read-more
Tags: Indian Army, Defence Ministry, Mahindra, India, Atmanirbhar
Courtesy: Times Now
Micromax Makes A Comeback In Smartphone Market With 2 New Models
Making an official comeback, Indian mobile manufacturer Micromax on November 3 launched two new devices in the smartphone market. Co-founder of the company, Rahul Sharma, said that the launched devices, 'IN Note1' and 'IN 1b', are more affordable and "performance-oriented" products than the Chinese ones. 'IN Note1' will start from Rs 10,999 while 'IN 1b' will cost Rs 6,999. The devices will be available for sale from November 24 and 26… read-more
Tags: Mircomax, Atmanirbhar, make in india, Technology
Courtesy: The Hindu
International Monetary Fund Terms 'Atmanirbhar Bharat' an 'Important Initiative'
The International Monetary Fund (IMF) on September 24, stated ‘Atmanirbhar Bharat’ as an ‘important initiative’ to support Indian economy and prevent downside risks. Speaking about India's ‘Make for the World’ goal, Gerry Rice, director-communication department, IMF, said India has to focus on policies that “integrate India in the global value chain, including through trade, investment and technology.” He added that ‘comprehensive structural… read-more
Tags: Atmanirbhar, Atmanirbhar India initiative, make in india, International Monetary Fund
Courtesy: Hindustan Times
NEP First Policy Involving Deliberations of Multiple Entities: Rajnath Singh
Union Minister Rajnath Singh on September 16 said that National Education Policy (NEP) is the first policy in Indian history to have "multi-pronged and multi-stakeholder consultative process". Speaking with the volunteers and coordinators under 'Shikshak Parv' initiative, he opined that the revolutionary changes suggested in the policy will help in holistic development of students. He added that the NEP will fulfill PM Modi's vision of a '… read-more
Tags: Rajnath Singh, National Education Policy, Central Government, Atmanirbhar
Courtesy: Business World
Rahul Gandhi Calls Lockdown a 'Gift of One Man's Ego'
On September 14, Rahul Gandhi took to Twitter to accuse the Government on mismanagement of the pandemic. He said that 'unplanned lockdown' was a 'gift of one man's ego'. Taking a dig at PM Modi's video with peacocks, he said that when government asked people to be self-reliant (Atmanirbhar), they meant that people should take care of themselves "Because Prime Minister is busy with a… read-more
Tags: Rahul Gandhi, Modi Government , Atmanirbhar, Coronavirus
Courtesy: The Indian Express
PM Modi Announces Rs 20,050 Cr Scheme to Boost Production in Fisheries Sector
Prime Minister Narendra Modi launched Prime Minister Matsya Sampada Yojna (PMMSY), under Atmanirbhar Bharat Campaign, for the development of the fisheries sector. It is reported that Rs 20,050 crore has been allocated under PMMSY to boost production and increase exports. The PMO stated that this is the highest ever government investment made in the fisheries sector. The scheme aims at increasing the production by 70 tonnes,… read-more
Tags: PM Narendra Modi, Fisheries Sector, PMMSY, Atmanirbhar
Courtesy: The Economic Times
Centre's Decision Raises Hopes of Uttar Pradesh's Toy Manufacturers
The Central government's decision to boost toy manufacturing units in India has given hopes to artisans in Uttar Pradesh's Moradabad. One of the artisans named Basheer Ahmed said that Prime Minister Narendra Modi's decision has helped them to earn more as now people are demanding home-grown wooden toys. He also said, amid border tensions with China, "people are looking for alternatives and supporting local products."
Tags: Atmanirbhar, Uttar Pradesh, Artisans, Narendra Modi
Courtesy: ANI News
Centre Launches "Swadeshi Microprocessor Challenge" to Support Domestic Industry
As part of the Atmanirbhar Bharat scheme, Indian government has launched the Swadeshi Microprocessor Challenge to promote the domestic microprocessor companies. The challenge's guidelines say that 100 semi-finalists and 25 finalists will be receiving cash award while top 10 teams will get a seed fund of total Rs 2.30 crore as well as incubation support… read-more
Tags: Atmanirbhar, Modi Government , Startups, Ravi Shankar Prasad
Courtesy: Economic Times