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PM Calls Upon Indian MSME Sector to Promote Exports

Indian Prime Minister Manmohan Singh on 1 March called upon the country's micro, small and medium enterprises (MSME) sector to promote exports by utilizing the globalization process unleashed by the government. Mar 1, 2014
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Govt announces measures to benefit people living in tribal areas

New Delhi, March 01 (ANI): Union Rural Development Minister, Jairam Ramesh, announced in New Delhi that the central government will improve the already existing welfare schemes and launch new programmes to benefit people living in tribal areas. Ramesh announced a number of measures while addressing a news conference. The most important announcement was the provision of 150 days of guaranteed employment to people living in tribal areas, as part of the government’s flagship welfare scheme, Mahatma Gandhi National Rural Employment Guarantee Act (MGNREGA). The minister said the improved scheme will benefit thousands of tribal people at a small cost to the government expenditure. Mar 1, 2014
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It happens: Kashmir Snow Festival

Pahalgam, Feb 28 (ANI): In a bid to promote winter destinations and attract tourists in India's northern Jammu and Kashmir province, the state government organised a two-day snow festival in Pahalgam district.Although tourists throng Pahalgam during summers but the provincial government aimed at increased tourist inflow during winters as well through snow festival.The festival initiated a new trend by attracting more tourists. Despite freezing temperatures, rugby players wooed audience.During the snow festival, various winter sports like snow rugby, skiing, snow throwing championship were held.Local residents welcomed this step taken by the tourism department as this will bring tourists to Pahalgam in winter season also, which is also generate employment opportunities. Feb 28, 2014
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Navy chief resigns after INS Sindhuratna mishap, politicos welcome move

New Delhi, Feb 27 (ANI): Political leaders welcomed Navy Chief Admiral DK Joshi’s decision to resign from the post following the INS Sindhuratna mishap. Congress leader DP Tripathi said that the naval chief took moral responsibility and resigned, while JD (U) leader Ali Anwar welcomed the move saying very few officials do such a thing. Meanwhile, BJP leader Prakash Javadekar pointed out the shortcomings of the Defence ministry and said that they should take responsibility of the series of mishaps in the Indian Navy. Following the suit, NCP leader Tariq Anwar also welcomed the move. Feb 27, 2014

PM dedicates "Indira Paryavaran Bhawan" to nation

New Delhi, Feb 25 (ANI): Prime Minister Dr. Manmohan Singh on Tuesday dedicated the "Indira Paryavaran Bhawan" to the nation. The centrally air conditioned office building, which has a provision to accommodate about 600 officials of the Ministry of Environment and Forests, is located on Jorbagh Road and in proximity to other central government ministries and departments. Indira Paryavaran Bhawan is India's first on site Net Zero Building built by adoption of solar passive design and energy efficient building material. Feb 25, 2014
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China downplays Modis remarks on Arunachal Pradesh

Beijing, Feb 25 (ANI): China sought to downplay remarks by BJP’s prime Ministerial candidate Narendra Modi, who said that the disputed territory of Arunachal Pradesh was an integral part of India and urged China to abandon its "mindset of expansion". Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson Hua Chunying, said that China was dedicated to promoting friendly relations with its neighbours and the resolving of disputes via talks. Feb 25, 2014
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Rajendra Rathore listens to people's woes in Dholpur, asks officials to work for development

Rajasthan, Feb 24 (ANI): In order to bridge the gap between the state government and the comman man, Rajasthan Health minister Rajendra Rathore recently made a visit to villages of Dholpur district. He visited Kaimpur, Mahadpura, Chilpura, Samor, Gunpur, Basai Kare, Machriya, Tikatpura, Gopalpura and other interior villages. During his visit he listened to the grievances of the locals, instructed the officials and made all possible attempts to resolve them immediately. Under Nirmal gram yojana he instructed officials to give importance to the construction of toilets and provide maximum employment under MNREGA scheme. Feb 24, 2014
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G20 aims to lift growth, open up on monetary policy

The world's top economies vow to rev up world growth by boosting investment and increasing employment, while agreeing to more transparency about monetary policies after rifts over the US taper. Duration: 01:34 Feb 23, 2014
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Will guard nation if I become PM: Narendra Modi

Ludhiana, Feb 23 (ANI): While addressing a rally 'Fateh rally' in Jagraon district of Punjab, BJP's Prime Ministerial Candidate Narendra Modi said that he will guard the nation if he becomes the prime minister of the country. Modi lashed out at Congress party and said that they have created 'ABCD of corruption'. He said that the progress of nation needs three pillars, that is, farmers, manufacturing and service sector. Further, hitting out at idleness and inaction of Congress party, Modi said that the Defence ministry should make the soldiers answerable if drugs and fake currency come from across the border and this is how the youth of nation can be saved. Feb 23, 2014
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India seeks more security at embassy in Rome after getting hate mails & live bullet

New Delhi, Feb 21 (ANI): Ministry of External affairs spokesperson Syed Akbaruddin asked asked Italy government to beef up security at its embassy in Rome after the mission got a live bullet and several hate mails, in wake of diplomatic tensions over the trial of two Italian marines in New Delhi. Earlier, Rome has expressed its disappointment over the slow pace of trial. Italian authorities have also lobbied the European Union and the United Nations on the case. Feb 21, 2014
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Gen VK Singhs Aide lashes on Indian Express for mis-presenting facts about military

New Delhi, Feb 21(ANI): Reacting on former DGMO Lt Gen A K Choudhary’s statement, Gen VK Singh’s Aide Kunal Verma said that he gave only matter of fact statement and that Indian Express if mis-presenting the facts about military. He said that when Defence Ministry and prime minister himself clarified on the same, how are the aforesaid newspaper above them. He also said that those were just routine military exercise which takes place frequently. Feb 21, 2014
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Union Home Ministry asks insurgents in Northeast to shun violence

Imphal, Feb 21 (ANI): The Northeast has seen a transformation in recent years with many insurgent outfits joining the peace talks. This has allowed the government to give momentum to development work in the region. We spoke to Shambhu Singh, the joint secretary in the ministry of home affairs, who shared with us the government's plan of action for the region. Feb 21, 2014
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