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<strong>India makes longer economic strides, sees better future outlook</strong>
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India makes longer economic strides, sees better future outlook

Indian economy is making longer strides than it ever made before. And the evidence of the glorious journey does not come from New Delhi but from the World Bank and India’s Asian rival China. Major global institutions have predicted economic growth of over 6 percent even as India enjoys the fast-rising foreign exchange. Indian economy is likely to remain resilient despite the global problems. [1]   The world is heading to global recession, the World Bank has warned.[2] However, India is going to have the fastest growth rate among the world’s largest economies. “In India, growth is expected to edge up to 6.4 percent in 2024-25,” it said.[3] India's proposed growth rate is impressive as compared to the world average of 2.4 percent and China’s deceleration to 4.4 percent.[4] Even b...
Deepening Ties Between India And The Uae Through Cultural, Economic, And Ecological Milestones
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Deepening Ties Between India And The Uae Through Cultural, Economic, And Ecological Milestones

Prime Minister Narendra Modi will grace the inauguration of the Bochasanwasi Akshar Purushottam Swaminarayan (BAPS) Sanstha temple in Abu Dhabi, the capital of the United Arab Emirates, next February. This invitation is extended by representatives of the BAPS organization led by Swami Ishwarcharandas and Swami Brahmaviharidas that marks a significant moment for the Hindu community in the UAE. Set to bloom amidst the desert sands, the BAPS Sanstha temple will be a breathtaking masterpiece reminiscent of a blossoming lotus flower. As the largest Hindu temple in the UAE, it will stand as a testament to the vibrant faith and rich cultural heritage of the Indian diaspora in the region. The temple's intricate design, crafted with traditional hand-carved stonework from India, promis...
2024 will be a fortune year for India
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2024 will be a fortune year for India

Strong economic fundamentals with stable government will create a great dynamism in the markets. The increase in per capita income at 9.6%, from USD 2538 in 2023 to USD 2784, will create immense demand in the economy and enhanced supply by the factories and opportunities for new employment India is embarking on a phase of self-sustained expansion, driven by dynamic reforms that have set in motion a virtuous cycle of growth and development. In the post-COVID era, India’s resilience is increasing each day. India is consistently growing at more than 7 percent in the post-pandemic years. During the initial two quarters of FY 2023-24, India experienced real GDP growth rates of 7.8 percent (Q2), and 7.6 percent (Q3) respectively with an average of 7.7% in H1 2023-24. Moreover, the Reserve Ba...
India’s Ascent: A Visionary Journey To Third-largest Global Economy By 2027
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India’s Ascent: A Visionary Journey To Third-largest Global Economy By 2027

SYNOPSIS Under the resolute leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman envisions India ascending to the world's third-largest economy by 2027, surpassing Japan and Germany. Amid global challenges, India's robust 7% GDP growth and strategic initiatives in the "Blue economy" exhibit its resilience. The transformative India-Middle East-Europe Connectivity Corridor (IMEC) fosters economic unity. Leveraging its demographic advantage with a young population, India anticipates sustained growth, eclipsing advanced economies. Projections affirm its trajectory as a global economic powerhouse, marking a shift towards major manufacturing and digital market advancements. Finance Minister's vision, under Prime Minister Modi's stewardship, aligns with comprehensiv...
J&K: Conference to promote peace via Sufism held in Baramulla
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J&K: Conference to promote peace via Sufism held in Baramulla

In the Indian union territory of Jammu and Kashmir, the socio-cultural and developmental non-government organisation, Jammu and Kashmir Youth Development Forum (JKYDF), held a day-long conference on Sufism titled ‘Role of Sufism for Peace, Brotherhood & Tolerance’ in Baramulla on Thursday.The aim of the conference was to instill a sense of respect and responsibility of humans towards each other and the philosophy of Sufism which teaches peace and universal brotherhood.On the occasion, JKYDF’s patron, Farooq Ganderbali along with other dignitaries, spoke about the topic and threw light on the role of Sufis who arrived in Kashmir from time to time.JKYDF is working hard to spread the message of peace and tranquillity based on Sufism across Jammu and Kashmir and programs like seminars, deb...
India extends NRs 42.95 million grant assistance to Nepal for new school building
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India extends NRs 42.95 million grant assistance to Nepal for new school building

Under a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) for grant assistance, India has extended Nepali rupees 42.95 million (26.98 million INR) to Nepal for a new building of a secondary school in Udayapur district.The MoU was signed between the Indian embassy, Nepali Ministry of Federal Affairs and General Administration (MoFAGA) and Triyuga Municipality for the construction of a new building for Shree Bal Mandir Secondary School, Triyuga Municipality on April 5, 2021.“The project will be taken up as a High Impact Community Development Project (HICDPs) at an estimated cost of NRs 42.95 million under the Nepal-Bharat Maitri Development Partnership programme,” the Indian embassy said in a statement on Monday.Since 2003, under the HICDP scheme, the government of India has taken up over 520 of which 448 p...
India, Russia bilateral cooperation remains energetic, forward-looking: MEA
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India, Russia bilateral cooperation remains energetic, forward-looking: MEA

Addressing a joint statement with Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov on Tuesday, Indian External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar said that New Delhi and Moscow’s bilateral cooperation remains “energetic” and “forward-looking”.Jaishankar and Sergey Lavrov assessed “positively” the economic cooperation between India and Russia as well as noted new opportunities in the Russian far east during the discussion.Jaishankar said they both talked about connectivity including the International North-South Transport Corridor and Chennai-Vladivostok Maritime Corridor.Earlier in the day, Lavrov, who is on a two-day India visit, held delegation-level talks with Jaishankar.Much of the discussion between the two ministers covered the preparations for President Vladimir Putin’s visit for the annual summit...
Reconstruction of 2 schools in Nepal begins with Indian aid
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Reconstruction of 2 schools in Nepal begins with Indian aid

The Indian embassy in Kathmandu on Friday said that the reconstruction of two government schools in Nepal has begun with Indian assistance on Friday.“The ‘bhoomi pooja’ for the reconstruction of Shree Harisiddhi Secondary School at Roshi Rural Municipality and Shree Siddheshower Secondary School at Mahabharat Rural Municipality were carried out today,” said a statement by the Indian embassy.The Shree Harisiddhi Secondary School is being reconstructed at a cost of Nepali rupees (NRs) 28.4 million and Shree Siddheshower Secondary school is being reconstructed at a cost of NRs 39.6 million.These schools will be built as per earthquake-resilient reconstruction norms of the Nepal government.“The new infrastructure of Harisiddhi Secondary School will include a single three-storied block with nin...
Pak PM responds to PM Modi’s letter saying Pakistan also desires ‘peaceful relations’
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Pak PM responds to PM Modi’s letter saying Pakistan also desires ‘peaceful relations’

In reply to Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s greetings for Pakistan Day, Pakistan Prime Minister Imran Khan said that people of his country also “desire peaceful and cooperative relations.”Prime Minister Modi had written to Khan on March 23 extending greetings on the occasion of Pakistan Day. “As a neighbouring country, India desires cordial relations with people of Pakistan, for this environment of trust, devoid of terror and hostility is imperative,” PM Modi had written.Responding to Modi, Pakistan PM through a letter said: “Thank you for your letter conveying greetings on Pakistan Day. The people of Pakistan commemorate this Day by paying tribute to the wisdom and foresight of our founding fathers in envisioning an independent, sovereign state where they could live in freedom and r...
India, being major power, must be part of Afghan peace process: Envoy
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India, being major power, must be part of Afghan peace process: Envoy

India, being a major power in the region, should be a part of the Afghan peace process at various forums as the country is suffering from international terrorism, said Afghanistan Ambassador to India, Farid Mamundzay on Tuesday.“India is an important partner to Afghanistan… We want India to be a part of all those forums and talks where peace is discussed. The peace of Afghanistan impacts India as well… India has adopted a principled position in the Afghan peace process. We would want India’s presence in those forums,” the Afghanistan envoy said.On the subject of Pakistan supporting terror activities in Afghanistan, Mamundzay said that unless the funding for terrorist entities stops whether in or beyond the region, the conflict in the war-ravaged country would continue.“Our President had ma...