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Time of India
2 hours ago
- Business
- Time of India
Uttar Pradesh gears up for GBC-5 in Nov
1 2 Lucknow: Over 16,000 investment projects have taken shape during Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath's tenure, with more than 8,000 already beginning commercial operations and the remaining in various stages of execution. Building on this momentum, preparations are in full swing for the fifth Groundbreaking Ceremony (GBC) to be held in Nov, said an official statement on Tuesday. Uttar Pradesh has hosted two Investors' Summits to date. The first, held in 2018, attracted investment proposals worth Rs 4.28 lakh crore, while the second, in 2023, set a record with proposals totaling Rs 33.50 lakh crore. To ensure the efficient implementation of these proposals, the govt has been conducting Groundbreaking Ceremonies (GBCs) as a key mechanism for fast-tracking projects. "Four GBCs have already been successfully held, bringing large-scale investments to fruition and reshaping the state's industrial landscape. Sector-wise, manufacturing dominates with 62.25% of the projects, followed by the services sector at 28.09%, with the remainder in infrastructure and other sectors," officials said. "The GBC-5, scheduled for Nov 2025, is set to be another major milestone in turning investment proposals into reality. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Up to 70% off | Shop Sale Libas Undo In the first phase alone, the govt aims to roll out projects worth Rs 5 lakh crore, with the total likely to reach Rs 10 lakh crore by the time of the event," they added. They said that GBC-5 is expected to further strengthen Uttar Pradesh's position as a key industrial and economic powerhouse in the vision of an 'Atmanirbhar Bharat'. The projects are set to generate millions of new jobs, boost local enterprises, and drive overall socio-economic growth across the state. Officials also said that Uttar Pradesh has built a strong, transparent, and reliable model for attracting investments. "With single-window clearances, easy access to industrial land, improved law and order, excellent connectivity, and skilled manpower, the state has emerged as a preferred destination for both domestic and global investors," they said. The state's industrial expansion is visible across several districts, where major investment projects have either been completed or are in the final stages of execution. These projects are driving job creation and strengthening the state's economic base. Some of the key operational and near-completion projects include: Air Liquide North India, V35 Foods in Mathura, Hindustan Petroleum Corporation Ltd in Badaun, Moon Beverages in Hapur, Inox Air Products in Rae Bareli, Agricity Masa Pvt. Ltd in Amroha, Web Werks India, Lava International in Gautam Budh Nagar, Artex Mills in Bulandshahr, Rimjhim Ispat in Hamirpur, Green Gas Ltd in Muzaffarnagar, JK Cement in Aligarh, PTC Industries, Phoenix Mall in Lucknow, Adani Enterprises in Noida, ACC Cement in Sultanpur, SLMG Beverages in Bijnor, and Sparsh Industries in Kanpur. Several leading domestic and global companies have translated their investment commitments into reality in Uttar Pradesh through the Investors' Summits and Groundbreaking Ceremonies.
New Straits Times
16 hours ago
- Politics
- New Straits Times
Thailand and Cambodia renew truce following minor skirmishes
KUALA LUMPUR: Thailand and Cambodia have renewed their ceasefire commitment after minor clashes erupted in the wake of an earlier truce. "Despite the ceasefire, several minor skirmishes were reported shortly after its implementation," Armed Forces chief General Tan Sri Mohd Nizam Jaffar said in a statement on Tuesday. Thailand and Cambodia had reached an agreement on Monday to unconditionally end five days of fighting that left 38 people dead and displaced hundreds of thousands. Nizam is leading a delegation to Thailand and Cambodia to hold diplomatic talks with both sides and support the peace process. However, he said that following a meeting between the regional commanders of both countries today, both sides reached a renewed agreement to uphold the ceasefire and prohibit attacks on civilians. They also agreed to halt any further troop reinforcements, restrict military movement, and facilitate the return of wounded and deceased personnel, he said. Nizam also said both sides will form a joint coordination team with four representatives each and await further decisions following the General Border Committee (GBC) meeting on Aug 4. The Malaysian delegation will proceed to Phnom Penh to hold further discussions with the Cambodian counterpart, he said.
The Sun
a day ago
- Politics
- The Sun
Malaysia-brokered truce ends border clashes
PETALING JAYA: In a major diplomatic breakthrough, Cambodia and Thailand have agreed to an immediate and unconditional ceasefire, which took effect last night following a high-level special meeting in Putrajaya chaired by Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim. The meeting brought together Cambodian Prime Minister Samdech Moha Borvor Thipadei Hun Manet and Thailand's Acting Prime Minister Phumtham Wechayachai, and was co-organised by the United States with active participation from China – signalling broad international commitment to de-escalating tensions along the Cambodian-Thai border. Anwar said both leaders expressed readiness to restore calm and return to normalcy. 'The ceasefire will take effect at 00:00 hours (local time) on July 28, 2025 (yesterday), marking what all parties described as a 'vital first step' towards restoring peace and stability in the region,' he said at a joint press conference. To reinforce the truce, both sides agreed to: > Hold informal talks between regional military commanders at 7am today; > Convene a meeting of defence attachés, led by the Asean chair, pending mutual agreement; and > Organise a General Border Committee (GBC) meeting on 4 August, to be hosted by Cambodia. Anwar said Malaysia, as the Asean chair, had offered to coordinate an independent observer team to verify the implementation of the ceasefire. 'Malaysia will also consult with fellow Asean member states to participate in the observation effort, reflecting a regional commitment to supporting peace on the ground. 'Both sides have also agreed to resume direct communications between the prime ministers, foreign ministers and defence ministers of both countries,' he added. Foreign and defence ministers from Malaysia, Cambodia and Thailand have been tasked with developing a comprehensive mechanism for ceasefire implementation, monitoring and reporting, a move seen as crucial for long-term stability. Anwar noted that US President Donald J. Trump had contacted the leaders of both countries, urging a peaceful resolution to the conflict. He added that China had also maintained close dialogue with Cambodia, Thailand, Malaysia and other relevant nations to promote ceasefire and peace. 'The meeting reaffirms the shared resolve of Malaysia, Cambodia and Thailand to uphold the principles of international law, peaceful co-existence and multilateral cooperation in pursuit of a just and lasting resolution,' he said. At the same press conference, Hun Manet confirmed that Cambodia and Thailand had reached a ceasefire agreement during the special meeting hosted by Malaysia. 'Today, we had a very good meeting and positive results. We hope this agreement will stop the fighting immediately — fighting that has cost lives and forced the displacement of nearly 300,000 people,' he said. He reported that 140,000 people had been displaced in Cambodia as a result of the clashes, while Thailand had recorded 160,000 displaced persons. Hun Manet said the ceasefire, along with a roadmap for military coordination and further diplomatic engagements, would pave the way for both countries to resume bilateral dialogue and de-escalate tensions along their shared border. He thanked Anwar for convening what he described as 'a timely meeting' and praised Malaysia's role in mediating between the two Asean neighbours. 'I am also grateful to the US and China for playing constructive roles in helping to bring an end to the skirmishes,' he added, while commending the 'positive role' of his Thai counterpart, Phumtham Wechayachai, in reaching the ceasefire. Wechayachai likewise thanked the governments of Malaysia, the US and China for facilitating a peaceful outcome. 'Thailand is committed to a peaceful resolution that protects our sovereignty and the lives of our people,' he said. As guns fall silent along the contested border, regional attention now shifts to ensuring the ceasefire holds and lays the groundwork for a durable and just resolution.
The Star
a day ago
- Politics
- The Star
US grateful for Malaysia's role in brokering Thai-Cambodia truce
PETALING JAYA: The United States says it is grateful to Malaysia for hosting ceasefire talks between Thailand and Cambodia. In a statement on Monday (July 28) US Secretary of State Marco Rubio said the country applauds the ceasefire declaration between Cambodia and Thailand announced in Kuala Lumpur. "President Trump and I are committed to an immediate cessation of violence and expect the governments of Cambodia and Thailand to fully honour their commitments to end this conflict. "We are grateful to Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim for his leadership and for hosting the ceasefire talks. "We urge all parties to follow through on their commitments. The United States will remain committed to and engaged in this U.S.-Malaysia-organised process to end this conflict," he said. In a joint statement read by Anwar following the meeting on Monday, both Cambodia and Thailand confirmed their willingness to de-escalate tensions and return to normalcy through peaceful means. Anwar said the ceasefire, which takes effect at midnight, marks the first formal agreement between the two nations since the outbreak of violence along their shared border. "This is a vital first step towards de-escalation and the restoration of peace and security," said Anwar. Key agreements from the trilateral meeting include: – An immediate and unconditional ceasefire effective midnight (July 29). – An informal meeting of regional military commanders from both sides on the morning of July 29, followed by a possible session with Asean defence attaches, pending agreement by both parties. – A General Border Committee (GBC) meeting on Aug 4 to be hosted by Cambodia.
The Sun
2 days ago
- Politics
- The Sun
Thailand and Cambodia agree to immediate ceasefire amid border tensions
PUTRAJAYA: Thailand and Cambodia have agreed to an immediate and unconditional ceasefire to ease tensions along their disputed border, following a high-level meeting chaired by Malaysian Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim. The agreement was reached during a special session at the Seri Perdana Complex, attended by Cambodian Prime Minister Hun Manet and Thailand's acting Prime Minister Phumtham Wechayachai. The ceasefire takes effect from midnight on July 28, marking a crucial step toward de-escalation. 'Prime Minister Hun Manet and acting Prime Minister Phumtham have expressed their positions and willingness for an immediate ceasefire and return to normalcy,' Anwar said during a joint press conference. Malaysia, as the current ASEAN Chair, will coordinate an observer team to monitor compliance. 'Malaysia stands ready to verify and ensure its implementation,' Anwar added. The foreign and defence ministers of both nations will work with Malaysia to establish a detailed mechanism for ceasefire enforcement and reporting. An informal meeting between regional military commanders is scheduled for July 29, followed by a General Border Committee (GBC) session in Cambodia on August 4. The talks also saw participation from US Ambassador Edgard Kagan and Chinese Ambassador Ouyang Yujing, reflecting international support for the peace process. US President Donald J. Trump reportedly engaged with leaders from both countries, advocating for a peaceful resolution. China, meanwhile, maintained close communication with all parties to encourage dialogue. The border dispute, spanning an 817-kilometre undemarcated stretch, has seen repeated clashes, including a fatal skirmish in May and renewed hostilities in late July. The ceasefire aims to prevent further escalation and foster long-term stability. - Bernama
