Rakhi

Indian by Heart, Fearless by Voice.
Content creator • Influencer
Smile with Mischief, Words with Fire.
Modi Believer
Blessed by Mahadev, Fueled by Chai.

[Lakshmi M Puri @lakshmiunwomen]

Competitor, adversary, partner: China, Russia and India at G7

My latest think piece in the @SundayGuardian explores what the G7 reveals about the state of the Western democratic alliance, its dialectical relationship with China, its inimical one with Russia, and how India is positioned—and positions itself—in this evolving equation.

“Russia, they name as a threat. China they call a strategic competitor.” India, by contrast, is the power the #G7 increasingly needs in the room. From critical minerals and supply chains to AI, terrorism, energy security and the Global South, PM @narendramodi ji's message at #Évian captured the moment: the world’s salvation lies “not in protectionism but in partnership, not in uncertainty but in shared prosperity.” The deeper movement is not towards a new multipolarity, but a return to a many-centred world—one in which India must help shape the language, rules and balance of power.
Resd the full Article here -: https://t.co/OuKG8nqiFC

[Hardeep Singh Puri @HardeepSPuri]

In yet another global recognition for his remarkable green vision towards sustainable development and environment conservation, PM Sh @narendramodi Ji has been conferred the 'Guardian of the Blue Horizon', the highest distinction for leadership in environmental conservation and sustainable development conferred by Seychelles.

This is the latest in a series of global honours recognising PM Modi’s work on climate action, sustainable development and green growth:
🌱 The ‘Agricola Medal’ for strengthening food security, transforming agriculture and promoting sustainable farming by @FAO in May 2026.
🌱’Seoul Peace Prize’ for advancing sustainable economic growth, global cooperation and inclusive development in 2018.
🌱The ‘Champions of the Earth Award’ by @UN in 2018

@PMOIndia @PIB_India @MEAIndia @PetroleumMin @hci_seychelles @IndiainROK @mygovindia @indiandiplomats

[Hardeep Singh Puri @HardeepSPuri]

Another Jan Andolan takes shape!
In the 135th edition of the unique #MannKiBaat program today, PM Sh @narendramodi Ji thanked the citizens for wholeheartedly responding to his appeal to curtail the use of petrol and diesel, using public transport where possible, using carpooling, and curtailing gold purchases.

Measures such as these are helping the nation conserve energy, saving on the energy import bill and overcoming the challenges arising out of the military conflict, involving many energy producing nations, that has impacted global supply chains.

The huge support from the citizens to PM’s clarion call has also enabled India to maintain a steady flow of energy products at retail outlets and face the difficult phase with minimal price adjustments.

@PMOIndia @mannkibaat @narendramodi_in @modiarchive @themodistory @PIB_India @PetroleumMin @mygovindia @transformIndia @MIB_India @MEAIndia

[Hardeep Singh Puri @HardeepSPuri]

Lakshmi and I were truly fascinated by the living root bridge in Nowhet Village tucked deep in the hills of Meghalaya during our visit to the beautiful Himalayan state in 2019. These bridges are architectural wonders of nature spanning across mountain streams. These structures reflect local wisdom and innovative use of indigenously available natural resources while conserving the environment and ecosystem.
#MannKiBaat

@narendramodi
@PMOIndia @mannkibaat @narendramodi_in @modiarchive @themodistory @PIB_India @PetroleumMin @mygovindia @MIB_India @MinOfCultureGoI @moefcc

[Lakshmi M Puri @lakshmiunwomen]

An evening of poetry, reflection and cultural diplomacy at the Brazilian Official Residence in New Delhi, marking the launch of Quatrains in Quarantine by Manish Chand. Heartiest congratulations to Manish on this evocative collection, born from the silences, anxieties and awakenings of the Covid years.

Centred on the theme “Poetry and Literature in Times of Crises and Conflicts”, the discussion reminded us that literature is not an escape from difficult times, but a way of bearing witness to them. In moments of grief, isolation, pandemic and uncertainty, poetry gives language to what the heart struggles to hold.

As I shared during the discussion, poetry cannot prevent crises, but it prevents suffering from becoming mute. It gives shape to grief when ordinary language fails, transforms pain into reflection, and reminds us that even in our darkest moments, faith, hope, love, imagination and the present moment remain our greatest sources of resilience.

The evening brought together diplomats, authors, academics and lovers of literature in a thoughtful conversation on how words can heal, connect and illuminate. From the wounds of Covid to the wider challenges of our age, the discussion underlined the enduring power of poetry to transform suffering into reflection, silence into meaning and despair into renewal.

Beyond the book launch, it was also a celebration of cultural dialogue and people-to-people ties. Literature, much like diplomacy, builds bridges across nations, languages and memories—reminding us that even in divided times, shared stories can bring us closer.

My sincere appreciation to Ambassador Kenneth da Nóbrega and the Embassy of Brazil for hosting such a memorable evening of ideas, literature and friendship.

@scepticcryptic @BrazilEmbassyIN @PavanK_Varma @MarjeLuup @NewSuriname @anilwad @keatsmat @RaviDammu
#ProfMalashriLal #RukminiBhayaNair #ChandradathSingh #NeelamSabharwal

#QuatrainsInQuarantine #BookLaunch #Poetry #Literature #CulturalDiplomacy #IndiaBrazilRelations #BrazilInIndia #LiteraryDiplomacy #SoftPower #GlobalDialogue

[Hardeep Singh Puri @HardeepSPuri]

Met H.E. Mohsen Paknejad, Minister of Petroleum of Iran, on the sidelines of BRICS Energy Ministers’ Meeting.

We explored opportunities to cooperate in the energy sector. India remains committed to enhancing energy security through dialogue, partnership and mutually beneficial engagement.

@PMOIndia @MEAIndia @PetroleumMin @India_in_Iran @PIB_India @MIB_India

[Hardeep Singh Puri @HardeepSPuri]

Witnessed the signing of a Technical Services Contract between India’s PSU energy Maharatna @ONGC_ and global energy major @bp_India to enhance production from fields in Western Offshore Basin.

The agreement marks a significant expansion of the ONGC-bp collaboration from Mumbai High to the fields in the Western Offshore Basin. It will facilitate a wider deployment of advanced technologies, global technical expertise and best-in-class operating practices across some of India’s most important mature hydrocarbon assets.

Collaborations such as these will provide momentum to India’s efforts to enhance domestic production of hydrocarbons as we progress towards reducing our import bills and achieving energy self-sufficiency under the leadership of PM Sh @narendramodi Ji.

Today’s agreement builds on the Technical Services Contract signed by ONGC and bp for Mumbai High in February 2025. During the first year of collaboration, the two companies successfully moderated production decline and delivered growth through optimization of existing wells, enhanced surveillance and focused reservoir, well and facility-management initiatives.

@PMOIndia @PetroleumMin @PIB_India

[Rakhi @ChaiWithVaani]

Om Namah Shivay 🙏🙏

[CoveringMEA @CoveringMea]

Today is the day to acknowledge the unrecognised efforts of women in the field of diplomacy. June 24th was declared as the International Day of Women in Diplomacy by the United Nations General Assembly at its 76th session in 2022.

[Hardeep Singh Puri @HardeepSPuri]

The Emergency imposed on 25 June 1975 remains one of the darkest assaults on India’s democratic values.
On #SamvidhanHatyaDiwas many of us will recall how for 21 long months, the world’s largest democracy was suffocated by those who sought personal survival. Dissent became a crime, criticism invited persecution, and the Constitution was treated as an inconvenience rather than a sacred covenant with the people.

The values enshrined in the Constitution were ruthlessly crushed, human rights and civil liberties were curtailed, democratic institutions were subverted, judiciary was undermined, media and free speech was suppressed, films were banned and artistes were harassed.

This was a period that unleashed a massive human tragedy for citizens. From the brutality of forced mass sterilisations and violent slum demolitions to systemic police torture and an airtight censorship blackout, the machinery of the state was weaponised against its own people. Everyday lives were fractured as journalists, and political leaders were thrown into prisons without trials or charges.

[Hardeep Singh Puri @HardeepSPuri]

#ThrowbackThursday

On 23 June 2025, I led a delegation comprising senior leaders and prominent Sikh legislators of India to Ahakista Memorial in Cork, Ireland to pay tribute to the 329 innocent victims on the 40th anniversary of the dastardly mid air bombing of Air India Kanishka Flight 182 in 1985. This reprehensible bombing remains one of the most heinous acts of aviation terror committed against India. Actions anchored in such extremism have no place in a sane & civilised world.

At the solemn ceremony in Cork, we joined the Irish Prime Minister HE @MichealMartinTD, Canadian Minister of Public Safety HE Gary Anandasangaree @gary_srp, many members of the victims’ families and local residents.

Apart from emergency assistance in identifying the bodies and locating and collecting the debris, the spirit with which the people of Ahakista and the nearby areas rose to the occasion in solidarity with the families of the victims is an exemplary tale of humaneness and compassion.

@PMOIndia
@TarunChugh @iNarinderRaina @ArvinderLovely @BaldevAulakh @GurveerBrar @MEAIndia @IndiainIreland @PIB_India @MIB_India @HCI_Ottawa @airindia @MoCA_GoI @HCI_London

[Hardeep Singh Puri @HardeepSPuri]

आज का दिन भारतीय लोकतंत्र के इतिहास का वह काला अध्याय है, जब देश की संवैधानिक आत्मा को कुचलने का प्रयास किया गया।

वर्ष 1975 में 25 जून को अपनी तानाशाही सरकार को बनाए रखने के इरादे से, सत्ता की लालची कांग्रेस ने भारतीय संविधान और लोकतंत्र का गला घोंटकर आपातकाल लागू कर दिया था।
आपातकाल ने नागरिक अधिकारों को गहरी चोट पहुंचाई। इस दौरान जनता के मूल अधिकार छीन लिए गए, उनकी स्वतंत्रता पर रोक लगा दी गई, तानाशाही शासन के द्वारा अपने मनचाहे तरीके से संविधान को ग़लत ढंग से परिभाषित किया गया।राजनीतिक विरोधियों को बिना वजह कालकोठरी में डाल दिया गया और प्रेस प्रतिबंधित कर दिया गया।

इस दौरान लोकतंत्र की बहाली के लिए संघर्ष करने वाले, यातनाएं झेलने वाले लोकतंत्र के सभी सेनानियों को सादर नमन।
#SamvidhaanHatyaDiwas

[Hardeep Singh Puri @HardeepSPuri]

असम के डिगबोई में स्थित भारत के प्रथम वाणिज्यिक तेल कुएँ और विश्व की सबसे प्राचीन रिफाइनरियों में से एक के इतिहास को जानना अत्यंत प्रेरणादायी अनुभव रहा।

आज जब भारत PM @narendramodi जी के नेतृत्व में ऊर्जा सुरक्षा, आत्मनिर्भरता और हरित ऊर्जा की दिशा में नए कीर्तिमान स्थापित कर रहा है, तब डिगबोई का यह इतिहास हमें याद दिलाता है कि हर महान उपलब्धि की शुरुआत एक छोटे से संकेत, एक बड़े संकल्प और राष्ट्रहित के प्रति अटूट समर्पण से होती है।

डिगबोई की यह विरासत केवल अतीत की कहानी भर नहीं, बल्कि उन सपनों, संघर्षों और सफलताओं की जीवंत गाथा है जिन्होंने भारत की ऊर्जा क्रांति की नींव रखी।

विजिट की एक झलक!

[Lakshmi M Puri @lakshmiunwomen]

Bengaluru making it to a global food list feels less like news and more like validation.

Anyone who has stood outside a darshini for a hot dosa, argued over the city’s best filter coffee, discovered a tiny bakery by accident, or ended the day at a buzzing brewery knows this already.

Bengaluru does food in its own way - confident, deeply local, but always open to the world. Udupi breakfasts, military hotels, Kannadiga meals, old-school bakeries, street-side chaat, new cafés, global kitchens - somehow, it all fits.

So yes, India has a representative in the 20 Best Food Cities in the World 2026.

And Bengaluru didn’t arrive there dressed for a banquet.

It arrived with a crisp dosa, strong coffee, and extra chutney. 🇮🇳

#Bengaluru #IndianFood #FoodCities2026 #TasteOfIndia #IncredibleIndia #FoodCulture

[Hardeep Singh Puri @HardeepSPuri]

Visited the Digboi Centenary Museum at the historic Digboi Refinery in Assam, known as the “Gangotri of the Indian Oil Industry.” Established in 1901, the world’s second-oldest operating refinery preserves a rich legacy of India’s energy exploration and refining journey. As India advances towards energy security, self-reliance, and a green energy future under the leadership of PM Sh @narendramodi Ji, these historic artefacts stand as inspiring reminders of our remarkable progress and enduring spirit of innovation.

[Hardeep Singh Puri @HardeepSPuri]

योगेन चित्तस्य पदेन वाचां,मलं शरीरस्य च वैद्यकेन।
योऽपाकरोत् तं प्रवरं मुनीनां,पतंजलिं प्राञ्जलिरानतोऽस्मि॥
Greetings to the exponents & practitioners of #Yoga on the occasion of International Day of Yoga. The ancient Indian practice of well-being & fitness, Yoga has been a part of India’s civilisational values and traditions for centuries. Originating in ancient India, yoga is deeply rooted in Bhartiya wisdom and philosophical traditions that emphasize a holistic way of life that nurtures harmony between the body, mind, and spirit.
Due to the untiring efforts of PM Sh @narendramodi Ji during the last many years, Yoga has further transcended geographical and cultural boundaries to become an even greater global movement embraced by millions across the world and is recognised among one of Bharat’s most wholesome cultural imports to the world.

योग केवल शरीर को ही नहीं, बल्कि मन और मस्तिष्क को भी स्वस्थ, संतुलित और सशक्त बनाता है। यह व्यक्ति, समाज और राष्ट्र के विकास के लिए सकारात्मक परिवर्तन की नई दिशाएँ खोल रहा है। आज योग विश्वभर में करोड़ों लोगों की जीवनशैली का अभिन्न हिस्सा बन चुका है।
माननीय प्रधानमंत्री श्री नरेंद्र मोदी जी के प्रयासों से योग ने वैश्विक स्तर पर जन-आंदोलन का रूप लिया है और भारत की इस अमूल्य धरोहर को विश्वभर में नई पहचान मिली है।

#InternationalDayofYoga2026
#YogaDay2026 #YogaForAll #YogaForSelfAndSociety #IYD2026
#InternationalYogaDay #YogaForOneEarthOneHealth

[Hardeep Singh Puri @HardeepSPuri]

Held the 12th Brainstorming Session in Duliajan, Assam with senior officials of MoPNG and leaders of our energy PSUs to discuss measures aimed at strengthening India's energy sector under the visionary leadership of PM Sh @narendramodi Ji.

Deliberated on the E&P strategy for Assam and Nagaland and the implementation roadmap under the recently signed tripartite MoU. Once operational, these activities will unlock the hydrocarbon potential, boost economic activity across the North East and generate significant direct and indirect employment opportunities for local youth.

We also reviewed the legislative, regulatory and institutional reforms required to create a future-ready, competitive and integrated natural gas market by 2030, alongside measures to enhance the efficiency of our refineries and related energy infrastructure.

Discussions further focused on accelerating India's green energy transition, including pathways for adoption of next-generation biofuels to strengthen energy security while advancing sustainability.

@PMOIndia @PetroleumMin @himantabiswa @Neiphiu_Rio @CMOfficeAssam @CmoNagaland @BPCLimited @EngineersIND @gailindia @HPCL @IndianOilcl @IGLConnect @NRL_MoPNG @ONGC_ @OilIndiaLimited @PetronetLNGLtd @PPACIndia @DghIndia

[Lakshmi M Puri @lakshmiunwomen]

Speed.Synchronisation.Self-belief. =Gold. 🇮🇳

The Indian Women's 4×100m Relay Team has delivered a performance that will be remembered for years to come at Asian Relay Championships 2026 China.

Relay races are not won by the fastest athlete alone. They are won by trust, precision and the ability to perform under immense pressure. Our champions embodied all three.

A golden moment for Indian athletics and an inspiration for every young girl daring to dream beyond the finish line.

#AsianRelayChampionships2026
#IndianAthletics
#WomenInSport
#NariShakti
#TeamIndia
#GoldForIndia 🇮🇳🥇

[Lakshmi M Puri @lakshmiunwomen]

Stories are what make us human!

In my recent conversation with @TeenaJha on @sansad_tv , I reflected on how storytelling has shaped my life - from growing up in a home rich with stories to representing India on the global stage and later championing gender equality through narrative and advocacy at UN Women.

My compliments to Teena Jha for a thoughtful and engaging conversation that explored not just my journey as an author, but also the enduring power of stories to build understanding, inspire change and connect humanity across cultures.

Watch the full podcast here: https://t.co/7HBczwGJhd

[चैताली @Chaitali__01]

योग भारत की प्राचीन सांस्कृतिक धरोहर है, जिसे प्रधानमंत्री मोदी के विजन और प्रयासों ने वैश्विक मंच पर नई पहचान दिलाई।

आज योग करोड़ों लोगों की जीवनशैली का हिस्सा बन चुका है। विश्व के कोने-कोने में लोग योग को अपनाकर स्वस्थ, संतुलित और सकारात्मक जीवन की ओर बढ़ रहे हैं। यह भारत की उस सनातन परंपरा का प्रतीक है जो पूरी मानवता के कल्याण का संदेश देती है।

अंतरराष्ट्रीय योग दिवस इस बात का प्रमाण है कि भारत की सांस्कृतिक विरासत आज विश्व को स्वास्थ्य, शांति और सामंजस्य का मार्ग दिखा रही है। 🇮🇳

#InternationalYogaDay2026 #InternationalYogaDay #YogaForHumanity #YogaDay #PMModi #FitIndia #WellnessForAll #DoubleEngine