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India Gazette
a day ago
- General
- India Gazette
Union MoS Sanjay Seth announces expansion of NCC by 3 lakh cadets
Bhopal (Madhya Pradesh) [India], June 3 (ANI): Union Minister of State for Defence, Sanjay Seth, on Tuesday announced the expansion of the National Cadet Corps (NCC) by three lakh cadets across the country. Several states have already agreed to support this plan and have committed to fast-tracking the necessary training infrastructure, according to an official statement from the Ministry of Defence. 'He also announced the planned expansion of NCC by Three lakh cadets across the country with several States already extending their concurrence and committing to fast-track the necessary training infrastructure,' the MoD statement read. 'National Cadet Corps (NCC) is an organisation that instils the feeling of nationalism, service... PM Modi has resolved that the number of cadets in the NCC should be between 17-20 lakhs... All the states positively contribute to it and we will achieve the target shortly...' Seth said. The Minister, as per the MoD statement, also highlighted new initiatives, such as appointing ex-servicemen as NCC instructors, which provides new employment opportunities for veterans. He praised the NCC's active involvement in national campaigns like the Swachh Bharat Abhiyan, Naya Savera Scheme, and Nasha Mukti Abhiyan. The Union MoS also congratulated the NCC Mount Everest Expedition team for successfully reaching the summit on May 18. He described this achievement as 'a powerful example of cadet courage and resilience.' Calling for continued Centre-State collaboration, Seth urged States to fulfill their commitments towards manpower, infrastructure, and funding to support this historic expansion, reinforcing NCC's integral role in shaping the youth and securing the nation's future, the statement added. Earlier in the day, the Minister received a Guard of Honour from the soldiers of the Sudarshan Chakra Corps. In a post on X, he shared, 'During my Bhopal visit today, I was given a Guard of Honour by the brave soldiers of the Sudarshan Chakra Corps. During this, I met the soldiers. I got the opportunity to talk to them. Their devotion and dedication towards the nation is exemplary. The Sudarshan Chakra Corps is the pride of the entire nation. Jai Hind.' Seth also inaugurated the Special Joint State Representatives and Additional/Deputy Directors General (JS R&A/D) Conference of the National Cadet Corps (NCC) during his visit to Bhopal. During the event, Director General of NCC Lt Gen Gurbirpal Singh spoke about the NCC's achievements and future plans. He stressed the need for building strong training and camping infrastructure across the country. He also talked about the goal of increasing youth participation and improving cadet performance. The conference was attended by Ministers of Education and Youth Affairs & Sports, senior officers from the Ministry of Defence, state government officials, and NCC Heads from all States. (ANI)
Hans India
a day ago
- Politics
- Hans India
Cyberabad Commissionerate marks June 2 celebrations with gusto
Hyderabad: The 11th Telangana State Formation Day was celebrated with utmost enthusiasm on June 2 at the Cyberabad Police Commissionerate. The event commenced with the National Flag being unfurled by Cyberabad police Commissioner Avinash Mohanty. The Commissioner also received the Guard of Honour from the Parade Commander. On this occasion, the commissioner emphasised the importance of collective effort in building a strong and progressive Telangana. He called upon all personnel to serve with unity, dedication, and renewed energy. 'By giving our best in every role, we can make a meaningful impact and uphold the true spirit of service,' he stated. He concluded by extending his best wishes to all, saying, 'I hope you achieve great success in your career.' Cyberabad Joint CP Traffic Dr Gajarao Bhupal, DCPs Dr Vineeth G (Madhapur), Koti Reddy (Medchal), Suresh Kumar (Balanagar), Ch Srinivas (Rajendranagar), B Rajesh (Shamshabad), EOW DCP K Prasad, Crimes DCP LC Naik, SB DCP Sai Sri, and ADCPs, ACPs, Inspectors, ministerial staff, and other personnel were present.
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India.com
2 days ago
- Politics
- India.com
India, Paraguay Stand Shoulder To Shoulder In Fight Against Terrorism: PM Modi During Bilateral Meet With Paraguay Prez
India-Paraguay Bilateral Meet: India and Paraguay held bilateral talks in New Delhi on Monday. During the meeting with Paraguayan President Santiago Peña Palacios, Prime Minister Narendra Modi stated that India and Paraguay stand 'shoulder to shoulder in the fight against terrorism.' PM Modi added that there is immense potential for cooperation to fight common challenges like cybercrime, organised crime, and drug trafficking. ANI quoted the Prime Minister as saying, "India and Paraguay stand shoulder to shoulder in the fight against terrorism. There is immense potential for cooperation to fight common challenges like cybercrime, organised crime, and drug trafficking. India and Paraguay are an integral part of the Global South. Our hopes, aspirations, and challenges are similar, so we can deal with these challenges effectively by learning from each other's experiences. We are satisfied that during the COVID pandemic, we were able to share the vaccine made in India with the people of Paraguay." #WATCH | Delhi: During the bilateral meeting with President of Paraguay, Santiago Peña Palacios, PM Modi says "India and Paraguay stand shoulder to shoulder in the fight against terrorism. There is immense potential for cooperation to fight common challenges like cybercrime,… — ANI (@ANI) June 2, 2025 Earlier, PM Modi met with the Paraguay President at Hyderabad House in New Delhi. Before this, the latter paid a tribute to Mahatma Gandhi at Rajghat, laying a wreath at the memorial. The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) shared the pictures on the social media platform X, stating, "Honouring the values of peace and non-violence. President Santiago Pena Palacios of Paraguay paid homage to Mahatma Gandhi at Rajghat today." Paraguay President India Visit The visit of the Paraguay President is part of his three-day state visit to India, which will conclude on June 4. He arrived in New Delhi on his first state visit to India and was accorded a ceremonial welcome along with a Guard of Honour at Palam Air Force Station. The Ministry of External Affairs, in a statement, informed that at the invitation of PM Modi, the President of Paraguay will be on a state visit to India from June 2 to 4, 2025. In addition, he will be accompanied by a high-level delegation, including Ministers, senior officials, and business representatives. President Peña will also visit Mumbai before returning to Paraguay, and while there, he will meet the state political leadership, business and industry representatives, startups, innovators, and tech leaders. India-Paraguay Diplomatic Relations The statement of MEA continued to explain the diplomatic relations between India and Paraguay. The two nations established diplomatic relations on September 13, 1961 and since then have developed cooperation in sectors, including agriculture, trade, health, information technology, and pharmaceuticals.
News18
2 days ago
- Politics
- News18
PM Modi Meets Paraguay President Santiago Pena Palacios At Hyderabad House
Last Updated: President Palacios arrived in New Delhi on his first State Visit to India and was accorded a ceremonial welcome along with a Guard of Honour at Palam Air Force Station. Prime Minister Narendra Modi met with President Santiago Pena Palacios of Paraguay at Hyderabad House in New Delhi on Monday. Earlier in the day, President Palacios paid a tribute to Mahatma Gandhi at Rajghat, laying a wreath at the memorial. The visit is part of his three-day state visit to India, which will conclude on June 4. The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) shared the moment on X, stating, 'Honouring the values of peace & non-violence. President Santiago Pena Palacios of Paraguay paid homage to Mahatma Gandhi at Rajghat today." President Palacios arrived in New Delhi on his first State Visit to India and was accorded a ceremonial welcome along with a Guard of Honour at Palam Air Force Station. The President was warmly received by Minister of State Harsh Vardhan Malhotra, highlighting the strong bilateral ties between the two countries. Sharing an update on X, Randhir Jaiswal from the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) welcomed President Santiago Pena Palacios of Paraguay as he arrived in New Delhi for his first State Visit to India. In his tweet, Jaiswal wrote, 'Bienvenido, President @SantiPenap! President @SantiPenap of Paraguay has arrived in New Delhi on his first State Visit to India, to a ceremonial welcome & Guard of Honour. Warmly received by MoS Harsh Malhotra @hdmalhotra at the airport. This visit will provide an opportunity to strengthen the relationship." The MEA emphasised that President Pena's visit, scheduled from June 2 to June 4, aims to deepen and broaden India-Paraguay ties across political, economic, and cultural spheres. At the invitation of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, the Paraguayan President will be accompanied by a high-level delegation comprising ministers, senior officials, and business representatives. Following the Delhi visit, President Pena will travel to Mumbai to engage with state political leadership, business and industry representatives, startups, innovators, and technology leaders. The State Visit provides an opportunity to comprehensively review bilateral ties and discuss regional and international issues of mutual interest. India and Paraguay have enjoyed warm and friendly relations since establishing diplomatic ties on September 13, 1961. Cooperation between the two countries spans trade, agriculture, health, pharmaceuticals, and information technology sectors. Paraguay is an important trading partner for India in Latin America, with several Indian companies active in Paraguay's automobile and pharmaceutical sectors. Paraguayan companies, mainly through joint ventures, also have a presence in India, strengthening economic ties. Both nations share common views on international issues, including United Nations reforms, climate change, renewable energy, and combating terrorism. First Published: June 02, 2025, 14:38 IST
India Gazette
2 days ago
- Business
- India Gazette
Paraguay President Santiago Pena Palacios arrives in Delhi for official three-day visit
New Delhi [India], June 2 (ANI): President of Paraguay, Santiago Pena Palacios, was accorded a Guard of Honour upon his arrival at Palam Air Force Station in Delhi. He is on a three-day official visit to India from June 2 to June 4. The ceremonial reception underscored the importance of the bilateral relationship between India and Paraguay. During his visit, President Pena will hold high-level talks with Prime Minister Narendra Modi and other senior leaders. The visit will also include meetings with business leaders and innovators in Mumbai. The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) stated that, at the invitation of Prime Minister Modi, President Pena Palacios will be accompanied by a high-level delegation comprising ministers, senior officials, and business representatives. After the Delhi visit, he will travel to Mumbai before returning to Paraguay on June 4. This will be President Pena's first visit to India and only the second by any Paraguayan president. During his stay, he is scheduled to review the entire gamut of bilateral relations with the Indian Prime Minister, who will also host a lunch in his honour. The President is expected to meet President Droupadi Murmu, who will host a banquet in his honour. Vice President Jagdeep Dhankar and External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar are also expected to call on him. In Mumbai, President Pena will engage with state political leadership, business and industry representatives, startups, innovators, and technology leaders. The State Visit aims to provide an opportunity to comprehensively review bilateral ties and discuss regional and international issues of mutual interest, the MEA added. India and Paraguay established diplomatic relations on September 13, 1961, fostering warm and friendly ties. Cooperation has grown across trade, agriculture, health, pharmaceuticals, and information technology sectors. Paraguay is a key trading partner for India in Latin America, with several Indian companies operating in the automobile and pharmaceutical sectors in Paraguay. Paraguayan companies, mainly through joint ventures, have a presence in India, strengthening economic ties. The two countries also share common views on various international issues, including UN reforms, climate change, renewable energy, and combating terrorism. (ANI)
