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United News of India
06-08-2025
- Business
- United News of India
PM inaugurates Kartavya Bhavan-3 under Central Vista project
New Delhi, Aug 6 (UNI) Prime Minister Narendra Modi today inaugurated Kartavya Bhavan-3, one of the Central Secretariat buildings under the Central Vista redevelopment project here, and inspected the various facilities incorporated in the environment-friendly state-of-the-art seven-storeyed building. As part of the Central Vista Project, it is the first among several 'Common Central Secretariat' buildings aimed at streamlining administrative processes and enabling agile governance. The target is to have all 10 ready within the next two years. Kartavya Bhavan-3 situated near Kartvaya Path road erstwhile known as Rajpath marks a significant milestone in the government's commitment to modern, efficient, and citizen-centric governance, reflecting the Prime Minister's vision. Union Minister for Housing and Urban Affairs, Manohar Lal besides senior officials, was also present on the occasion. By bringing ministries together under one roof and adopting state-of-the-art infrastructure, the Common Central Secretariat aims to enhance inter-ministerial coordination and ensure a more accountable administrative ecosystem, said an official statement here. Currently, several key ministries operate from ageing buildings such as Shastri Bhavan, Krishi Bhavan, Udyog Bhavan, and Nirman Bhavan, constructed between the 1950s and 1970s, which have become structurally outdated and inefficient. It is expected that the new buildings will reduce maintenance costs, improve productivity, and offer better facilities for government employees. Kartavya Bhawan-3 spans approximately 1.5 lakh sq mt will house offices of the Ministry of Home Affairs, Ministry of External Affairs, Ministry of Rural Development, Ministry of MSME, Department of Personnel and Training, Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas, and the Office of the Principal Scientific Adviser (PSA). It has various sustainability features including a wastewater treatment and reuse system designed to meet a significant portion of the building's water requirements. The building is designed to consume 30 per cent less energy. Special glass windows help maintain cooling and reduce external noise. Energy-efficient LED lighting, sensors to switch off lights when not required, smart lifts for power saving, and an advanced energy management system contribute to overall energy conservation, as per the statement. The rooftop solar panels of Kartavya Bhavan-3 are expected to generate over 5.34 lakh units of electricity annually. Additionally, electric vehicle charging stations have been provided to support sustainable transportation, it added. UNI AJ ARN
The Hindu
06-08-2025
- Business
- The Hindu
PM Modi inaugurates Kartavya Bhavan
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday (August 6, 2025) inaugurated Kartavya Bhavan, the first of the ten upcoming Common Central Secretariat buildings to house the bureaucracy. The ambitious project is aimed at bringing Ministries and Departments under one roof for efficiency. #WATCH | Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurates Kartavya Bhavan at Kartavya Path, New Delhi. A new addition to the Central Vista Project. Watch live: — DD News (@DDNewslive) August 6, 2025 Kartavya Bhavan-03, the first to be inaugurated, will house the Home Affairs, External Affairs, Rural Development, MSME, DoPT, Petroleum & Natural Gas ministries, and the Principal Scientific Adviser's office. Many key Ministries currently function from ageing buildings like Shastri Bhawan, Krishi Bhawan, Udyog Bhawan, and Nirman Bhawan, constructed between the 1950s and 1970s, which are now "structurally outdated and inefficient," according to the Government. The Union Housing and Urban Affairs (HUA) Ministry has plans to construct ten buildings as part of the Common Central Secretariat under the government's Central Vista redevelopment project. Two under-construction buildings, 2 and 3, are scheduled to be completed by next month, while construction work on CCS 10 will be finished by April next year. The project of CCS buildings 6 and 7 will be completed by October 2026. On Tuesday, Union Housing and Urban Affairs Minister Manohar Lal Khattar said that offices functioning from the four bhawans will shift to four new locations on Kasturba Gandhi Marg, Minto Road, and Netaji Palace temporarily for two years, while the construction is carried out. A few buildings are currently proposed to be retained. These include the National Museum, National Archives, Jawaharlal Nehru Bhawan (External Affairs Ministry), and Dr Ambedkar Auditorium, which are new buildings. Vanijya Bhawan will also be retained. Under the Central Vista redevelopment plan, the Government has already constructed a new Parliament building and the Vice President Enclave, and redeveloped the Kartavya Path that spans from Vijay Chowk to India Gate. Besides the Common Central Secretariat, the government will also construct an Executive Enclave that will house a new Prime Minister's Office (PMO), Cabinet Secretariat, India House, and National Security Council Secretariat. Under the second phase of the Executive Enclave, a new Prime Minister's residence will be constructed.
Hindustan Times
06-08-2025
- Hindustan Times
PM Modi to inaugurate Kartavya Bhavan: A look at traffic guidelines in Delhi today
Special traffic guidelines are in place for Wednesday evening as Prime Minister Narendra Modi is set to inaugurate the Kartavya Bhavan, also known as Central Secretariat Building- 3. The routes to avoid include Janpath and surrounding areas, including Maulana Azad Road, Mansingh Road, Rajender Prasad Road, and roads near Jaswant Singh Road.(Arvind Yadav/ Hindustan Times) An advisory has been issued for key routes on Kartavya Path and C-Hexagon from 5 pm to 9 pm. The adivsory cites a 'special event', and directs to avoid some routes, including Janpath, Mansingh Road, Maulana Azad Road, and Rajender Prasad Road. 'No vehicle will be allowed to halt or park anywhere on Janpath, Mansingh Road, C-Hexagon and surrounding areas mentioned in the 'Routes to Avoid' section,' the advisory said. Routes to avoid The routes to avoid include, Janpath and surrounding areas, including Maulana Azad Road, Mansingh Road, Rajender Prasad Road, and roads near Jaswant Singh Road. Further, if any vehicle is found to be parked on the above roads, it will be towed and prosecuted for disobedience of lawful instructions and improper parking, the advisory said. All the towed vehicles will be parked in the traffic pit in front of Bhairo Mandir, which lies on Bhairon Marg. Traffic diversions have also been placed to manage the movement of vehicles. The diversion points include roads around Moti Lal Nehru Palace, Mansingh Road, Jaswant Singh Road, and Windsor Road. Also read: Central Vista: PM to inaugurate Kartavya Bhavan on August 6 Advisory for commuters Commuters taking these routes have been advised to avoid the Pragati Maidan tunnels leading towards India Gate. They can also make maximum use of public transport, which will be operational. Those travelling towards ISBTs, Railway Stations, or Airports are advised to plan their travel carefully and allow sufficient time for travelling. The police have also urged motorists to remain patient and adhere to the traffic rules and cooperate with the traffic personnel for a smooth travel. Kartavya Bhavan inauguration PM Modi is set to inaugurate the Kartavya Bhavan, a key part of the Central Vista Project, conceived in 2019. The building will house offices of key ministries, including home, external affairs, petroleum and natural gas, and other offices of the principal scientific advisor to the PM. The Central Vista Project is an effort by the PM to leave an architectural legacy and replace the earlier mix of colonial-era architecture.
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First Post
06-08-2025
- Business
- First Post
FirstUp: Trump envoy Steve Witkoff likely to visit Russia and other big headlines
US President Donald Trump's envoy for peace missions, Steve Witkoff, may visit Russia today as Washington continues to push the Kremlin to accept a peace deal in Ukraine. His visit comes at a time when frustration is rising in the White House. Six months of diplomatic efforts under Trump have not brought a peace agreement or even a ceasefire to stop Moscow's full-scale invasion of Ukraine read more The trip comes just before the US deadline for Russia to stop its war in Ukraine. Reuters/File Photo It is a busy Wednesday. Donald Trump's special envoy, Steve Witkoff, is expected to visit Moscow today. The trip comes just before the US deadline for Russia to stop its war in Ukraine. The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) is likely to announce a 25 basis points cut in the repo rate today after its Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) meeting ends. Malaysia's King, Sultan Ibrahim Iskandar, is set to meet Russian President Vladimir Putin in Moscow today. STORY CONTINUES BELOW THIS AD Prime Minister Narendra Modi will inaugurate Kartavya Bhavan today. It is part of the Central Vista Project, which began in 2019 to upgrade Lutyens' Delhi. Today also marks 80 years since the first atomic bomb was dropped on the Japanese city of Hiroshima. Here's a look at the events: Trump envoy's Russia visit Steve Witkoff, US President Donald Trump's envoy for peace missions, may travel to Russia today as the United States keeps urging the Kremlin to agree toas a peace deal in Ukraine. Witkoff's visit comes at a time when frustration is growing in the White House. Six months of diplomacy under Trump have not led to a peace agreement or even a ceasefire to end Moscow's full invasion of Ukraine, which began in February 2022. Last month, Trump gave Russian President Putin a 50-day deadline, warning of sanctions and tariffs. This included possible secondary sanctions on top buyers of Russian energy, such as China and India, if the Kremlin did not agree to a ceasefire. Witkoff's visit comes at a time when frustration is growing in the White House. Reuters/File Photo Kremlin spokesperson Dmitry Peskov told reporters on Monday that Russia does 'not rule out the possibility' of Witkoff visiting Moscow later this week. When asked what message Witkoff would bring to Moscow, and whether Russia could avoid more sanctions, Trump said on Sunday, 'Yeah, get a deal where people stop getting killed. RBI likely to announce repo rate The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) is expected to announce a 25 basis point cut in the repo rate today after its Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) meeting ends. A report from the State Bank of India (SBI) earlier said that an early rate cut could mean an 'early Diwali' by helping credit growth, especially since the festive season in FY26 will begin sooner than usual. The report said, 'We expect RBI to continue frontloading with a 25 bps cut in August policy.' STORY CONTINUES BELOW THIS AD It also noted that Diwali, one of India's biggest festivals, usually brings a rise in consumer spending. Lower interest rates before Diwali help push up credit demand. 'Empirical evidence suggests a strong pick-up in credit growth whenever the festive season has been early and has been preceded by a rate cut,' the report added. PM Modi to inaugurate Kartavya Bhavan Prime Minister Narendra Modi will inaugurate the Kartavya Bhavan today. The new building is designed to bring important ministries such as Home Affairs and External Affairs under one roof, to promote more efficient and sustainable governance. Kartavya Bhavan is part of the Central Vista Project, which began in 2019 to upgrade the infrastructure of Lutyens' Delhi. It is part of the Central Vista Project, which began in 2019 to upgrade Lutyens' Delhi. PTI By placing key ministries in one location, the project hopes to improve coordination, support teamwork, and do away with the issues caused by old and scattered offices. According to an official statement, the modern office complex will cover around 1.5 lakh square metres and will include two basement levels and seven floors in total. Putin, Malaysia's King to hold talks Malaysia's King, Sultan Ibrahim Iskandar, will become the first monarch from the country to make a state visit to Russia, as both nations try to build stronger ties in a changing global environment. He is set to meet Russian President Vladimir Putin in Moscow today. STORY CONTINUES BELOW THIS AD The Kremlin's press service said the meeting will focus on improving Russian-Malaysian relations and will cover ongoing international and regional matters. After visiting Moscow, Sultan Ibrahim will head to Kazan in Tatarstan, one of Russia's autonomous regions with a Muslim-majority population. 80 years of Hiroshima atomic bombing Today marks 80 years since the atomic bomb was dropped on the Japanese city of Hiroshima. Around 80,000 people were killed immediately by the blast, and about 35,000 more were injured. By the end of that year, at least another 60,000 had died due to radiation exposure. A huge expanse of ruins left the explosion of the atomic bomb on August 6, 1945 in Hiroshima. File image/AP On this day, the United States became the first and only country to use an atomic bomb in war. With inputs from agencies
NDTV
05-08-2025
- Business
- NDTV
PM Modi To Inaugurate Kartavya Bhavan On August 6. Know Key Features
New Delhi: LED lighting with sensors, solar power plants, wastewater treatment, rainwater harvesting, solid waste management including composting, and electric vehicle charging points - sustainability is at the heart of Kartavya Bhavan, the first completed Common Central Secretariat building (CCS-3). Union Minister of Housing and Urban Affairs Manohar Lal Khattar announced the eco-friendly features of Kartavya Bhavan at a press conference ahead of its inauguration by Prime Minister Narendra Modi on August 6. Aiming for a GRIHA 4-star rating, this six-story building complex covers 1.5 lakh square meters. It will redefine sustainable governance by housing key ministries like Home Affairs and External Affairs in one location. Kartavya Bhavan is a key part of the Central Vista Project, launched in 2019 to modernise Lutyens' Delhi. By consolidating important ministries in one place, it streamlines operations, encourages teamwork, and eliminates the problems associated with scattered, outdated offices. North and South Blocks will become a national museum, and other old buildings will make way for new CCS structures. This vision reflects a modern, sustainable India. Energy Efficiency At Its Core Kartavya Bhavan features double-glazed windows and LED lighting with sensors for occupancy and daylight. It is expected to achieve 30 per cent energy savings. An Integrated Building Management System helps optimise energy use. Additionally, lifts with regenerative drives recover energy during braking. Over-deck insulation and air-insulated stone cladding limit heat gain. A smart air-conditioning system includes variable frequency drives, heat recovery, and carbon dioxide-based fresh air intake to create a healthy and efficient workspace. Basement ventilation is only activated when carbon monoxide (CO) levels exceed safe limits, reducing energy waste. Powering The Future With Renewable Energy Kartavya Bhavan is a significant solar energy producer. Its 366 KWp rooftop photovoltaic system is expected to generate over 5.34 lakh units of electricity annually. There is also an additional 200 KW of solar capacity planned for the security building's rooftop. Solar water heaters can provide over 26 per cent of the daily hot water needs, reducing dependence on traditional energy sources. Water Conservation: Zero Discharge, Maximum Reuse Kartavya Bhavan will function as a zero-discharge facility, treating and reusing 1.1 million liters of wastewater per day, which can cover 60 per cent of its total demand. Rainwater harvesting systems capture water for drinking. Dual plumbing, drip irrigation for landscaping, low-flow taps, sensor-based urinals, and efficient drinking water fountains ensure that every drop is used wisely. Waste To Wealth Solid waste management enhances Kartavya Bhavan's environmental profile. An in-house system is capable of collecting, sorting, and transforming 1,000 kg of organic waste into manure daily. This recycling will keep landfills from filling up. Eco-Friendly Mobility Kartavya Bhavan has 324 efficient puzzle parking slots, a parking guidance system, and 120 electric vehicle charging points that can service 650 vehicles a day. As Kartavya Bhavan becomes part of the revamped Kartavya Path, alongside the new Parliament and the Vice President's enclave, it symbolises India's commitment to progress and sustainability. With CCS-1, 2, and 3 now complete and more buildings planned for 2026, the future of governance looks green, efficient, and undeniably promising.
