THE HEADLINES :
Prime Minister Narendra Modi says present Government’s policy focuses on solutions for all citizens; Addresses Viksit Bharat Sankalp Sabha in New Delhi.
External Affairs Minister Dr. S. Jaishankar stresses the need for India and Africa to turn their young populations into skilled and empowered citizens.
RBI raises repo rate by 25 basis points to 5.50 percent in nearly four years; Also projects GDP growth rate at 7.1 percent for current financial year.
IMD forecasts heavy rainfall over Nagaland, Manipur, Mizoram and Tripura today.
And India calls for stronger climate action and faster implementation of Paris Agreement at Pre-COP31 meeting in Fiji today.
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Prime Minister Narendra Modi said that India will definitely fulfil its dream of becoming a developed nation by 2047 through visionary policies and hard work. Addressing the Viksit Bharat Sankalp Sabha in New Delhi today, Mr Modi said that present Government’s policy focuses on solutions for all citizens. He aid India, once associated with discussions on policy paralysis, is now increasingly being discussed for its growing strength and resilience. He said that over the past 12 years, the situation has changed completely. Mr Modi noted that earlier efforts were made to increase imports, while today India is setting new export records. He said that the decade from 2015 to 2025 witnessed the highest sustained agricultural growth since Independence, surpassing all previous records. Mr Modi said that such transformation is possible when the intent is clear and policies are well-defined.
The Prime Minister also said that this is the time to set big targets for Bharat. Attributing his entire political journey to the unwavering faith and support of the citizens, Mr Modi said that the present Government’s policy focuses on solutions for all citizens.
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Home Minister Amit Shah today hailed the completion of 25 years of Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s public service, and described it as a golden and historic day. Addressing the ‘Viksit Bharat Sankalp Sabha – Seva Jyoti Yatra’ in Gurugram today, he stated that under Prime Minister Modi’s leadership, significant work was accomplished, including the abrogation of Article 370, the elimination of Naxalism, and the elevation of the country’s infrastructure to the highest level. He mentioned that, as part of this campaign, torchlight processions are being organised during which young people will take out a ‘Seva Jyoti Yatra’ and install the torch at the designated crossing. Mr Shah urged everyone to join the yatra in as large numbers as possible.
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External Affairs Minister Dr. S. Jaishankar has said that India’s partnership with Africa is being built not just for today, but for generations to come. Addressing a gathering at the Foreign Service Institute of Ghana in Accra, he said diplomacy must manage competition without allowing it to turn into confrontation and promote cooperation despite differences in interests.
Dr. Jaishankar highlighted India’s progress in the economy, infrastructure, digital technology and manufacturing. He stressed the need for India and Africa to turn their young populations into skilled and empowered citizens.
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After nearly three-and-a-half years, the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) today raised the key benchmark policy rate by 25 basis points to 5.5 per cent in a bid to contain rising inflation amid continuing global and geopolitical uncertainties. The last repo rate hike was in February 2023, when the RBI raised the rate by 0.25 per cent to 6.50 per cent. It kept the rate unchanged through 2023-24 before beginning its rate-cut cycle in 2025. Announcing the bi-monthly monetary policy, RBI Governor Sanjay Malhotra said the Monetary Policy Committee unanimously decided to raise the policy repo rate by 25 basis points.
The RBI also projected real GDP growth for the current financial year at 7.1 per cent, with growth projected at 7.2 per cent in the second quarter, 6.9 per cent in the third quarter and 6.8 per cent in the fourth quarter. The RBI has raised its inflation projection for the financial year to 5.2 per cent from 5.1 per cent earlier. Inflation is projected at 4.9 per cent in the second quarter, 6 per cent in the third quarter and 5.7 per cent in the fourth quarter.
Meanwhile, retail inflation rose to 4.82 per cent in August, compared to 4.45 per cent in the previous month.
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An FIR has been registered by Delhi Police against Congress leaders Rahul Gandhi and Priyanka Gandhi Vadra on trespassing charges for entering Akashwani Bhawan in New Delhi during yesterday’s protest march.
The FIR under relevant sections has been registered at Parliament Street Police Station and an investigation has already started.
Yesterday, several MPs of the opposition INDIA bloc had called for a protest march from Makar Dwar of Parliament to the Election Commission headquarters. The march, led by the Congress leader Rahul Gandhi was stopped near Akashwani Bhawan. After that the Congress leaders entered Akashvani Bhawan and staged a sit-in there.
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Delhi Traffic Police has issued a traffic advisory in view of the proposed demonstration at the Office of the Delhi’s Chief Electoral Officer today from 12:00 Noon to 03:30 PM. It said that traffic movement in and around Kashmere Gate area is likely to be affected. The traffic police advised commuters to avoid affected stretches, plan their journeys in advance, use alternate routes and follow the directions of Delhi Traffic Police personnel.
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India has called for stronger climate action and faster implementation of the Paris Agreement at the Pre-COP31 meeting in Fiji. Union Environment Minister Bhupender Yadav said there is a need to close gaps in understanding, fulfil existing climate commitments and accelerate progress towards the goal of limiting global temperature rise to 1.5 degrees Celsius. Addressing the plenary session, Mr Yadav stressed the need for greater capacity building and adequate means of implementation. He called for concrete examples of high-impact climate mitigation, large-scale adaptation and effective delivery of climate finance and other resources.
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India has rejected the Organisation of Islamic Cooperation’s (OIC) remarks on Jammu and Kashmir and India’s actions against terror infrastructure in Pakistan. Speaking at the UN General Assembly Sixth Committee, Lok Sabha MP Biplab Kumar Deb said those making the remarks were unable to distinguish between the victim and the perpetrator. He asserted that India has the right to defend its people against cross-border terrorism emanating from Pakistan.
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IMF Managing Director Kristalina Georgieva has called on countries, both rich and poor, to take faster action to reduce debt and tackle growing inequality. Speaking in Singapore ahead of the IMF-World Bank meetings in Bangkok next week, she said governments have the tools to address economic challenges but need to take necessary policy decisions without further delay. She also highlighted risks from the rapid expansion of artificial intelligence, including heavy investment in data centres, rising energy demand and potential financial shocks if AI-related earnings fall short of expectations.
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Prime Minister Narendra Modi is completing 25 years in public service, a journey defined by the mantra of Jan Seva Se Desh Seva, and a relentless commitment that continues.Guided by this vision for Seva and Sushasan, the Government has been ceaselessly working towards achieving the goal of a Viksit Bharat by 2047. Through inclusive development and social empowerment, this dedication is transforming lives.
Today, in our special series, we bring you an instance of how this vision has been translated into action through the Lakhpati Didi Yojana.
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India Meteorological Department (IMD) has forecast heavy rainfall at isolated places over Nagaland, Manipur, Mizoram and Tripura during the day.
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After the meteorological department of Himachal Pradesh issued a yellow alert, the weather today has taken a turn once again. Snowfall is occurring in the state’s high-altitude mountainous regions, while other areas are experiencing thunderstorms and rain. More from our correspondent:-
“Due to the activity of a Western Disturbance, the weather in Himachal Pradesh has shifted; high-altitude areas are witnessing snowfall, while lower regions are experiencing hailstorms and thunderstorms accompanied by rain. There are also apprehensions of damage to crops. This precipitation has led to a drop in temperatures and an increase in the chill. Snowfall has occurred on the high peaks of Lahaul-Spiti, Pangi, and Kullu, while the high peaks of the Pir Panjal range, including the Rohtang Pass, are now draped in a blanket of snow. According to the Meteorological Centre in Shimla, a ‘Yellow Alert’ has been issued for thunderstorms and lightning in the districts of Una, Bilaspur, Hamirpur, Kangra, Mandi, Shimla, and Solan for the next four days, while light snowfall is expected in Kullu and Lahaul-Spiti. Ritesh Kapoor, All India Radio News, Shimla.”
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THE HEADLINES ONCE AGAIN:
Prime Minister Narendra Modi says present Government’s policy focuses on solutions for all citizens; Addresses Viksit Bharat Sankalp Sabha in New Delhi.
External Affairs Minister Dr. S. Jaishankar stresses the need for India and Africa to turn their young populations into skilled and empowered citizens.
RBI raises repo rate by 25 basis points to 5.50 percent in nearly four years; Also projects GDP growth rate at 7.1 percent for current financial year.
IMD forecasts heavy rainfall over Nagaland, Manipur, Mizoram and Tripura today.
And India calls for stronger climate action and faster implementation of Paris Agreement at Pre-COP31 meeting in Fiji today.
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