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Indian Express
a day ago
- Business
- Indian Express
Op Sindoor stands for humanity's fight against terror: President Murmu
In her first detailed public remarks on Operation Sindoor, President Droupadi Murmu Thursday hailed the country's 'steely resolve' in responding to the Pahalgam terrorist attack and pointed to how the world has taken note of India's stance on fighting terror. Addressing the nation on the eve of the 79th Independence Day, President Murmu said, 'I believe Operation Sindoor will go down in history as an example in humanity's fight against terrorism.' In her 22-minute address, the President also dwelt at length on India's resilience amid stress in the global economy, and the contribution of farmers and workers towards the country's GDP growth. 'In the economic field, our achievements are all the more noticeable… With a GDP growth rate of 6.5 percent in the last fiscal, India is the fastest growing among the major economies in the world,' Murmu said. 'Even amid stress in the global economy, demand at home is pacing ahead. Inflation has remained under control. Exports are rising. All key indicators show the economy in the pink of health. This is as much due to carefully calibrated reforms and sagacious economic management as due to the hard work and dedication of our workers and farmers,' the President said. These remarks come amidst a tense trade standoff between India and the US, with US President Donald Trump imposing tariffs of upto 50 per cent on India even as bilateral negotiations continue for a deal. On Operation Sindoor and the Pahalgam attack, the President said, 'This year we had to face the scourge of terrorism. Killing innocent citizens on holiday in Kashmir was cowardly and utterly inhuman. India responded in a decisive manner and with steely resolve. Operation Sindoor showed that our armed forces are prepared to meet any eventuality when it comes to guarding the nation… With strategic clarity and technical capability, they destroyed terrorist hubs across the border.' The President also referred to the unity displayed in the wake of the attack, and the political messaging conveyed to the world through multi-party delegations. 'In our response, what was most noticeable was our unity, which is also the most befitting response to those who wanted to divide us. Our unity was on display also in the multi-party delegations of the Members of Parliament that reached out to various nations to explain India's position,' she said. 'The world has taken note of India's stance, that we will not be the aggressor, but we will not hesitate to retaliate in defence of our citizens,' she said. President Murmu said Operation Sindoor was also a test case of the Atma Nirbhar Bharat mission in the defence sector. 'The outcome has proved that we are on the right path. Our indigenous manufacturing has achieved the critical level that makes us self-sufficient in meeting many of our security requirements. These are landmark achievements in India's defence history since Independence,' she said. At a time when the Election Commission has come under attack from the Opposition, especially over the electoral list revision in Bihar, the President hailed India as 'a democracy with universal adult franchise'. 'We the people of India put the power to shape our destiny in the hands of each of us, without any restrictions of gender, religion and other factors that had barred many people from voting in other democracies. In spite of many challenges, the people of India made a successful transition to democracy,' Murmu said. 'When we adopted the Constitution, it provided the edifice of democracy. We built democratic institutions that strengthened the practice of democracy. We prize our Constitution and our democracy above everything else,' the President said. 'Our Constitution contains four values as the four pillars upholding our democracy – justice, liberty, equality and fraternity,' she noted, adding that 'everyone should have equal access to healthcare and education, and equal opportunity'. 'A large number of people have been pulled out of poverty through good governance. The government has been running a series of welfare initiatives for the poor and also for those who have risen above the poverty line but are still vulnerable, so that they do not fall below it again. This is reflected in the rising expenditure on social services. Income inequality is reducing. Regional disparities are also disappearing,' the President said. 'Our business leaders, small and medium industries and traders have always exhibited a can-do spirit; what was needed was removing the bottlenecks in the path of wealth creation,' she said. 'That is so visible when it comes to infrastructure development over the past decade.' The President also made a special note of Government schemes such as strengthening of the National Highway network under the Bharatmala Pariyojana; and the inauguration of the rail link in Kashmir valley; enhancement of metro rail facilities, and the assured supply of water and a sewerage connection. 'The Government considers the basic amenities of life as rightful claims of the citizens. The Jal Jeevan Mission is making progress in providing tap water supply to rural households,' she said. 'In this Digital Age, it is apt that one sector in India that has seen the most dramatic advances is information technology. Nearly all villages have 4G mobile connectivity, and the remaining few thousands will be covered soon,' the President said. 'More than half of the total number of digital transactions in the world take place in India. These developments have created a vibrant digital economy whose contribution to the country's GDP is increasing year on year,' she said. The all-round economic growth complemented by social sector initiatives has placed India well on the path of becoming a developed economy by 2047, the President said.
The Hindu
5 days ago
- Business
- The Hindu
Initiate reforms to take Karnataka forward, PM tells State govt.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday urged the State government to initiate and introduce reforms to take Karnataka to greater heights. 'Whether it is Central government or State government, it should serve people. Together both should move in this direction. It is their (State government's) responsibility to initiate new reforms,' he said during the launch of three Vande Bharat Express trains and Namma Metro's Yellow Line. Mr. Modi also laid the foundation stone for the Orange line. While the U.S. President Donald Trump called India a 'dead economy' recently, the Prime Minister countered it by saying Bharat was the fastest growing economy in the world - making into top five economies in the world from 10th place 11 years ago and speeding towards to be in top three. Mr. Modi said, 'Reforms have been taken forward in the last 10 years. The State government came work towards ending unnecessary legislations. When the new reforms are pushed by the State government, it will help take Karnataka to new heights.' Urging Karnataka to lead the Atma Nirbhar Bharat with its talent, he said that Bengaluru should contribute more in Make in India initiative. Develop more IT products To the IT industry, Mr. Modi said that it was time for IT companies to develop more IT products for the country. 'Bengaluru can participate fully in the digital technology. India is marching towards global AI leadership. The first semi conductor chip will be manufactured in India soon. As much as 50% of global UPI transactions are happening in India, and more than 2,200 government services are being offered through mobile phone.' Listing his government's achievements over 11 years, Mr. Modi said that metro has been introduced in 24 cities from five cities in 2014, 40,000 km of electrification of railway lines have been added to the network that had 20,000 km in 2014. 'From 74 airports in 2014, India currently has more than 160. In health sector, number of AIIMS has gone up from seven to 20 and medical colleges from 387 to 704, adding more than one lakh medical seats. The number of IITs has gone up from 16 to 23, IIITs from nine to 23, and IIMs from 13 to 21. Students today have vast opportunities in higher education.' On economic front, the Prime Minister said the exports increased from $468 billion to $824 billion, and India, once a mobile importer, is now in top five exporters of mobile phones.
Business Upturn
01-08-2025
- Business
- Business Upturn
Vakrangee's subsidiary Vortex Engineering secures Rs 12.81 crore ATM machines order from UCO Bank
By Aman Shukla Published on August 1, 2025, 10:58 IST Vakrangee Limited's wholly owned subsidiary, Vortex Engineering Private Limited, has signed a major Service Level Agreement (SLA) with UCO Bank for the supply, installation, and maintenance of 300 new ATM machines across India. Valued at ₹12.81 crore, the seven-year contract strengthens Vortex's position as a key player in the country's ATM and banking technology ecosystem. Under the agreement, Vortex will deliver end-to-end ATM solutions, reinforcing its track record as a trusted provider of energy-efficient, technologically advanced, and cost-effective ATM infrastructure. With a focus on enhancing last-mile banking accessibility and financial inclusion, the company continues to drive meaningful digital transformation in the public sector banking space. Vortex, a proud Swadeshi enterprise, is deeply aligned with the Government of India's 'Make in India' and 'Atma Nirbhar Bharat' missions. All its ATMs are designed, developed, and manufactured domestically, contributing to local innovation, employment generation, and technological self-reliance. The company has already deployed over 14,000 ATMs across diverse regions in India and boasts an annual production capacity of 12,000 units. Backed by nine registered patents in ATM and cash dispenser technologies, Vortex stands out for its engineering innovation and focus on indigenous R&D. In addition to its hardware capabilities, Vortex has developed a proprietary remote ATM monitoring platform called PERFO. This next-generation software is cross-platform and cross-vendor compatible, enabling real-time oversight, predictive maintenance, and efficient fleet management. PERFO enhances operational uptime and ensures consistent performance across various banking networks. Ahmedabad Plane Crash Aman Shukla is a post-graduate in mass communication . A media enthusiast who has a strong hold on communication ,content writing and copy writing. Aman is currently working as journalist at
Business Upturn
28-06-2025
- Business
- Business Upturn
Cochin Shipyard secures order for two 70 T Bollard Pull Tugs from Polestar Maritime
Cochin Shipyard Limited (CSL), one of India's premier shipbuilders, has recently informed exchanges that the company secured a fresh order from Polestar Maritime Limited for the construction of two powerful 70-ton Bollard Pull Tugs. These vessels are expected to be delivered in May 2027 and September 2027, respectively. This new order comes on top of three similar tugs already under construction by Udupi Cochin Shipyard Limited (Udupi-CSL), a wholly owned CSL subsidiary. Polestar Maritime, a well-known name in harbour tug services and marine assistance across ports, is expanding its fleet with high-performance, India-built vessels. The tugs will be built based on designs by Robert Allan Ltd., a global leader in tugboat design. Both CSL and Udupi-CSL are playing a key role in bringing these advanced tug designs to India under the Government of India's Approved Standard Tug Design and Specifications (ASTDS) framework—part of the broader 'Atma Nirbhar Bharat' initiative to boost local manufacturing. The vessels will be jointly constructed at CSL's Cochin yard under a work-share model with Udupi-CSL. Each tug will be powered by twin 1838 kW engines and 2.7-meter propellers supplied by Niigata IHI Power Systems, Japan. With four tugs already delivered and 20 more—18 regular and 2 green tugs—in the pipeline, CSL continues to make steady progress in strengthening India's shipbuilding capabilities. Ahmedabad Plane Crash Aman Shukla is a post-graduate in mass communication . A media enthusiast who has a strong hold on communication ,content writing and copy writing. Aman is currently working as journalist at
India Gazette
25-06-2025
- Health
- India Gazette
Made-in-India RAMBAAN rapid action Mobile BSL-3 Lab on wheels reaching out remote areas
New Delhi [India], June 25 (ANI): The Mobile BSL-3 [MBSL-3] laboratory is an innovative initiative of the Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR) for providing the diagnostic surge capacity for enhancing the onsite laboratory services during the outbreaks of known and unknown high risk pathogens. 'The MBSL-3 laboratory is field deployable, and was developed in partnership with the industrial company Klenzaids Contamination Controls Private Limited, Mumbai under the patronage of Pradhan Mantri-Ayushman Bharat Health Infrastructure Mission, Ministry of Health and Family Welfare,' said ICMR This 'laboratory on wheels' represents a significant advancement in outbreak investigation and public health emergency response in India. 'The RAMBAAN, the first of its kind Rapid Action Mobile BSL-3 laboratory as an essential part of India' plan for Advanced Augmented Network, as finest example of the AtmaNirbhar Bharat. The combination of MBSL-3 and a well-trained diagnostic team will be an asset for dealing with emerging/re-emerging disease outbreak investigations in the country.' 'The MBSL-3 is built on a heavy-duty Bharat Benz vehicle chassis, compliant with BS VI norms, designed to operate at extreme temperatures and altitudes and bears a maximum load capacity of 17 tons [17,000 kgs. It is classified as a Type-IV Rapid Response Mobile Laboratory (RRML) as per the WHO GOARN RRML laboratory network classification. The laboratory is designed to maintain a negative air pressure environment and is equipped with an advanced heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) system with HEPA filters,' it said. 'The MBSL-3 was validated by ICMR-NIV, Pune, in 2022-2023 which included onsite and on field validation. The MBSL-3 laboratory's work area is divided into four zones: Zone-1 (driver and outer change room), Zone-2 (shower and inner change room), Zone-3 (main laboratory), and Zone-4 (material staging and decontamination area). Key installations within these zones include biological safety cabinets (Class II A2), an intelligent programmable logic controller system, a dynamic pass box, and an entry-exit shower system with biometric control.' 'The laboratory's power supply can be from a direct electric supply or a diesel generator, with an uninterrupted power supply (UPS) and petrol generators for backup.' Explained ICMR on power backup. RAMBAAN was also deployed in response Nipah virus outbreak in Kerala. 'The MBSL-3 was successfully deployed and operationalised for the first time in response to the Nipah virus (NiV) outbreak in Kozhikode, Kerala, India, in September 2023 and again in Malappuram District of Kerala state in July 2024,' said ICMR. This innovative and fully indigenous mobile laboratory not only enhanced India's outbreak response capabilities but also strengthened its public health delivery, especially in remote and inaccessible areas. The success in Kerala demonstrates the strategic advantage of such rapidly deployable and sophisticated infrastructure in tackling epidemiological challenges posed by high-risk pathogens. (ANI)
