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Business Standard
6 days ago
- Politics
- Business Standard
India's right to self-defence backed globally: S Jaishankar in Italy
External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar on Wednesday (May 28) said that India gave a 'firm, resolute and measured' reply to the Pahalgam terror attack by targeting and destroying terror camps and launchpads. He added that India's right to protect its people from terrorism has been acknowledged globally. Speaking at an event held at the Italian Embassy in New Delhi to celebrate Italy's National Day, Jaishankar thanked the Italian government for standing with India after the "barbaric" terror incident on April 22, which claimed 26 lives. 'We are thankful for Italy's solidarity and support to India following the barbaric terror attack in Pahalgam in Jammu and Kashmir. India gave a firm and resolute and measured response by destroying the relevant terror centres and launchpads,' he said. Operation Sindoor and global support Under Operation Sindoor, Indian forces carried out targeted strikes and destroyed nine terror facilities in Pakistan and Pakistan-Occupied Kashmir in retaliation for the Pahalgam killings on May 7. Jaishankar said, 'India's right to defend its people against acts of terror has also been recognised by countries across the world. We believe that the world will have zero tolerance for terrorism and cross-border terrorism.' Strengthening India-Italy ties The minister highlighted that relations between India and Italy are steadily improving. 'India-Italy relations are undoubtedly on an upward trajectory,' he said. He noted that the strategic partnership between the two nations is built on shared values and mutual interests, which are reflected in their cooperation in platforms such as the G20 and G7. Prime Minister Narendra Modi and his Italian counterpart Giorgia Meloni have also met regularly during these global meetings. Collaboration in global initiatives Jaishankar added that India and Italy are working together on several international initiatives. These include the India-Middle East-Europe Economic Corridor, Global Biofuels Alliance, Indo-Pacific Oceans Initiative, International Solar Alliance, and the Coalition for Disaster Resilient Infrastructure. 'Our bilateral relations have intensified after adoption of the Joint Strategic Action Plan for 2025-29, by our Prime Ministers last November. We are hopeful that the roadmap provided in the JSAP will result in concrete and practical outcomes for our societies and peoples,' he added. Trade and diaspora ties The minister said that trade and economic collaboration play a key role in the India-Italy relationship. He also acknowledged the significant presence of the Indian community in Italy, describing it as one of the largest Indian diasporas in Europe, who are respected for their contributions across various sectors. Highlighting common interests in maritime security, Jaishankar said, 'Either in the Indo-Pacific or Indo-Mediterranean, as peninsular nations, India and Italy share maritime interests and a commitment to ensuring freedom of navigation and shipping. Italy's greater presence in the Indo-Pacific Region as well as its undertaking activities surely boost our cooperation further.' He concluded by reaffirming India's dedication to deepening the strategic partnership with Italy. 'There is a new momentum of political dialogue, of visits, of interest in each other's potentials, which I am confident will be tapped by stakeholders,' he said.
Time of India
6 days ago
- Politics
- Time of India
India's right to defend its people against terrorism recognised by various countries: Jaishankar
India gave a "firm, resolute and measured" response by destroying terror centres and launchpads in the wake of the Pahalgam attack, and the country's right to defend its people against terrorism has also been recognised by nations across the world, External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar said on Wednesday. In his address at an event held at the Italian embassy here, he also recalled the solidarity expressed by Italy following the "barbaric" terror attack on April 22 in which 26 lives were lost. The external affairs minister underlined that India-Italy bilateral ties are "undoubtedly on an upward trajectory". by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like [단독] 서울 임플란트 '33만원' 에 가능해 플란치과 더 알아보기 The event was hosted this evening to mark Italy's National Day. "We are thankful for Italy's solidarity and support to India following the barbaric terror attack in Pahalgam in Jammu and Kashmir. India gave a firm and resolute and measured response by destroying the relevant terror centres and launchpads," Jaishankar said. Live Events India decimated nine terror camps in Pakistan and Pakistan-Occupied Kashmir with precision strikes early on May 7 under Operation Sindoor , in response to the dastardly Pahalgam massacre. "India's right to defend its people against acts of terror has also been recognised by countries across the world. We believe that the world will have zero tolerance for terrorism and cross-border terrorism," he said. In his address, Jaishankar said India's strategic partnership with Italy is based on "shared values and converging interests". This is evident on platforms like G20 and the meetings between Prime Minster Narendra Modi and his Italian counterpart Giorgia Meloni at G20 and G7 fora. He underlined that India's partnership with Italy is also in multilateral initiatives such as the India-Middle East-Europe Economic Corridor, Global Biofuels Alliance, Indo-Pacific Oceans Initiative, International Solar Alliance, and the Coalition for Disaster Resilient Infrastructure. "Our bilateral relations have intensified after adoption of the Joint Strategic Action Plan for 2025-29, by our Prime Ministers last November. We are hopeful that the roadmap provided in the JSAP will result in concrete and practical outcome for our societies and peoples," he said. Trade and economic cooperation form an "important pillar of our partnership", the external affairs minister added. Jaishankar also underlined that the the Indian diaspora in Italy is among the largest in Europe, and they are well received and appreciated for their contribution in various sectors. In his address, he said, "Either in the Indo-Pacific or Indo-Mediterranean, as peninsular nations, India and Italy share maritime interests and a commitment to ensuring freedom of navigation and shipping. Italy's greater presence in the Indo-Pacific Region as well as its undertaking activities surely boost our cooperation further," he said. Jaishankar asserted that "India-Italy relations are undoubtedly on an upward trajectory". "There is a new momentum of political dialogue, of visits, of interest in each other's potentials, which I am confident will be tapped by stakeholders," he said. He also reiterated the Indian government's commitment to consolidate India-Italy Strategic Partnership.
New Indian Express
6 days ago
- Politics
- New Indian Express
India's right to defend its people against terrorism recognised by various countries: EAM Jaishankar
NEW DELHI: India gave a "firm, resolute and measured" response by destroying terror centres and launchpads in the wake of the Pahalgam attack, and the country's right to defend its people against terrorism has also been recognised by nations across the world, External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar said on Wednesday. In his address at an event held at the Italian embassy here, he also recalled the solidarity expressed by Italy following the "barbaric" terror attack on April 22 in which 26 lives were lost. The external affairs minister underlined that India-Italy bilateral ties are "undoubtedly on an upward trajectory." The event was hosted this evening to mark Italy's National Day. "We are thankful for Italy's solidarity and support to India following the barbaric terror attack in Pahalgam in Jammu and Kashmir. India gave a firm and resolute and measured response by destroying the relevant terror centres and launchpads," Jaishankar said. India decimated nine terror camps in Pakistan and Pakistan-Occupied Kashmir with precision strikes early on May 7 under Operation Sindoor, in response to the dastardly Pahalgam massacre. "India's right to defend its people against acts of terror has also been recognised by countries across the world. We believe that the world will have zero tolerance for terrorism and cross-border terrorism," he said. In his address, Jaishankar said India's strategic partnership with Italy is based on "shared values and converging interests." This is evident on platforms like G20 and the meetings between Prime Minster Narendra Modi and his Italian counterpart Giorgia Meloni at G20 and G7 fora. He underlined that India's partnership with Italy is also in multilateral initiatives such as the India-Middle East-Europe Economic Corridor, Global Biofuels Alliance, Indo-Pacific Oceans Initiative, International Solar Alliance, and the Coalition for Disaster Resilient Infrastructure. "Our bilateral relations have intensified after adoption of the Joint Strategic Action Plan for 2025-29, by our Prime Ministers last November. We are hopeful that the roadmap provided in the JSAP will result in concrete and practical outcome for our societies and peoples," he said. Trade and economic cooperation form an "important pillar of our partnership", the external affairs minister added. Jaishankar also underlined that the the Indian diaspora in Italy is among the largest in Europe, and they are well received and appreciated for their contribution in various sectors. In his address, he said, "Either in the Indo-Pacific or Indo-Mediterranean, as peninsular nations, India and Italy share maritime interests and a commitment to ensuring freedom of navigation and shipping. Italy's greater presence in the Indo-Pacific Region as well as its undertaking activities under... will surely boost our cooperation further," he said. Jaishankar asserted that "India-Italy relations are undoubtedly on an upward trajectory." "There is a new momentum of political dialogue, of visits, of interest in each other's potentials, which I am confident will be tapped by stakeholders," he said. He also reiterated the Indian government's commitment to consolidate India-Italy Strategic Partnership.
Mint
20-05-2025
- Business
- Mint
Power minister calls for equitable access to energy resources globally
New Delhi: India has called for equitable access to energy resources globally as countries look for energy security amid geopolitical tensions. Union minister for power Manohar Lal told a Brics energy ministers' meeting in Brazil on Monday that energy security is one of the most pressing challenges and emphasized the need to strengthen cooperation in the southern grouping to ensure economic stability and sustainability. A statement from the ministry on Tuesday said he emphasized the need to promote equitable access to energy resources globally. It comes as countries are also looking at securing lithium and other critical mineral resources across the globe which are key for making modules used in solar power projects. India has also been working on making energy accessible for the least developed countries in Africa through the International Solar Alliance. He reaffirmed India's commitment to building a sustainable and inclusive energy future and appreciated Brazil's leadership under the theme, 'Strengthening Global South Cooperation for More Inclusive and Sustainable Governance.' He emphasized the critical role of energy security, access and affordability in advancing global development goals. During the meeting, the minister said India has become the world's third-largest producer of solar and wind energy, and that it is moving towards achieving its nationally determined contribution (NDC) goals on greenhouse gas emissions. Speaking of developments across the clean energy space, he said that India has achieved a 20% ethanol blending milestone, advancing biofuel adoption and emissions reduction and is investing in smart grids, advanced metering infrastructure, and an expanded transmission network, including the green energy corridor, setting ambitious goals for green hydrogen and nuclear energy, including a 100GW nuclear capacity target by 2047 and launching a domestic carbon credit market. He also emphasized the role of the Global Biofuels Alliance in advancing cooperation in the biofuels sector and underscored India's commitment to energy efficiency through innovative programs such as the Energy Conservation Sustainable Buildings Code, rooftop solar initiatives, and efficient appliance standards. The Global Biofuels Alliance was launched in September 2023 in India during the G20 Summit with India, the US and Brazil as the founders. The alliance currently has 24 countries and 14 international organizations as members. At the same time, Lal underscored the role of fossil fuels in the global energy mix—especially for developing countries—and urged greater cooperation to promote their cleaner and efficient use through technologies such as coal gasification, carbon capture and storage, and green chemical innovations. The Brics energy ministers reaffirmed their commitment to strengthening energy security and advancing UN Sustainable Development Goal (SDG) 7, focusing on universal electricity access, clean cooking and tackling energy poverty. They emphasized the need for just, inclusive and balanced energy transitions in response to climate change. While acknowledging the continued role of fossil fuels—particularly in developing countries—they stressed the importance of reducing greenhouse gas emissions in alignment with SDG 7 and global climate targets guided by technological neutrality and the principle of common but differentiated responsibilities and respective capabilities (CBDR-RC). The ministers called for stronger partnerships, supported open, fair, and non-discriminatory international energy markets, and encouraged the use of local currencies in energy trade. They recognized the fundamental role of the Brics Energy Research Cooperation Platform and welcomed the updated Brics Roadmap for Energy Cooperation (2025-2030) as key to deeper collaboration. Affirming each country's right to determine its own energy transition path and pace, the ministers advocated efficient use of all energy sources and called for increased concessional and low-cost financing from developed to developing nations. They highlighted the role of the New Development Bank (NDB) in promoting sustainable energy infrastructure, especially through local currency financing. The ministers advocated adoption of fair, transparent, and consistent guidelines for assessing carbon intensity, energy classification and mutual recognition of taxonomies and certifications. Underscoring energy security as vital for socio-economic development, they highlighted the importance of market stability, resilient infrastructure, diversified energy sources and critical minerals for clean technologies. They reiterated the goal to double energy efficiency by 2030 and emphasized enhanced cooperation and knowledge sharing among Brics nations. They also committed to elevating Brics' global energy role and advancing shared priorities under India's chairmanship in 2026. Brics consists of 10 countries—Brazil, Russia, India, China, South Africa, Egypt, Ethiopia, Indonesia, Iran and the UAE.
Time of India
20-05-2025
- Business
- Time of India
India reports 90% rise in power capacity in a decade; flags energy security at BRICS meet
New Delhi: Union Power and Housing and Urban Affairs Minister Manohar Lal said India has registered a 90 per cent increase in electricity capacity over the past decade, reaching 475 GW in 2025, and is targeting 900 GW by 2032. He was addressing the BRICS Energy Ministers' Meeting in Brasília, held under Brazil's Presidency. Leading the Indian delegation, the minister said energy security is one of the most pressing challenges and called for strengthened BRICS cooperation to ensure economic stability, sustainability and equitable access to energy. He reaffirmed India's commitment to building a sustainable and inclusive energy future and appreciated Brazil's leadership under the theme, "Strengthening Global South Cooperation for More Inclusive and Sustainable Governance." He highlighted the role of energy access and affordability in supporting global development goals. Manohar Lal said India has become the world's third-largest producer of solar and wind energy. He said the country is progressing towards its Nationally Determined Contributions and has achieved a 20 per cent ethanol blending milestone. The minister also said investments are underway in smart grids, advanced metering infrastructure, and green energy corridors. He highlighted India's targets for green hydrogen and nuclear energy, including a 100 GW nuclear capacity goal by 2047. He said India has launched a domestic Carbon Credit Market and welcomed global collaboration. The minister also emphasized India's support for the Global Biofuels Alliance and domestic efficiency initiatives such as the Energy Conservation Sustainable Buildings Code, rooftop solar schemes, and appliance efficiency standards. He said fossil fuels continue to play an important role in the energy mix, especially for developing countries, and called for cooperation in promoting cleaner use through technologies such as coal gasification, carbon capture and storage, and green chemical innovations. The minister invited BRICS nations to participate in the next BRICS Energy Gathering, scheduled for 2026 in India. According to the joint communiqué, the BRICS Energy Ministers reaffirmed their commitment to advancing Sustainable Development Goal 7, which includes universal electricity access, clean cooking, and addressing energy poverty. They supported just and balanced energy transitions in response to climate change. The ministers said fossil fuels will continue to play a role, particularly in developing countries, and called for reducing greenhouse gas emissions guided by technological neutrality and the principle of common but differentiated responsibilities and respective capabilities. The communiqué called for stronger energy partnerships, open and fair international energy markets, and the use of local currencies in energy trade. It recognized the role of the BRICS Energy Research Cooperation Platform and welcomed the updated BRICS Roadmap for Energy Cooperation (2025–2030). Ministers supported each country's right to determine its own energy transition path and called for concessional and low-cost financing. They noted the New Development Bank's role in supporting sustainable infrastructure, especially through local currency financing. The communiqué supported transparent carbon intensity guidelines and mutual recognition of taxonomies and certifications. It also reaffirmed the goal to double energy efficiency by 2030 and enhance BRICS cooperation under India's chairship in 2026.
