Today, we mark 11 years since the Digital India initiative was launched. This initiative has redefined governance, empowered citizens and accelerated all-round development. It has touched every aspect of life. From seamless digital payments and direct benefit transfers reaching beneficiaries with transparency to the expanding digital public infrastructure, technology has become a powerful instrument for furthering ‘Ease of Living.’
Digital India has taken the wave of innovation to all parts of India, especially villages, Tier-2 and Tier-3 cities. Young entrepreneurs, StartUps and innovators from every corner of the country are creating solutions to the pressing challenges that our planet faces. This initiative has strengthened education, healthcare, agriculture, commerce and public service delivery, making governance more transparent, efficient and accessible.
Our strides in the digital world have ensured that India is making rapid progress in emerging technologies such as AI, semiconductors, quantum computing and more. This too will open new avenues for growth and opportunity. Our focus will remain on creating a future where technology serves humanity, empowers every citizen and drives sustainable development.
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Today, as we mark Doctors’ Day, I would like to appreciate all the doctors and medical professionals from India who are tirelessly working in Venezuela, as a part of #OperationAmistad. In such a challenging time, their efforts to serve those in need are shining examples of how medical professionals rise to the occasion every time our society faces a challenge.
As Seychelles confers its highest environmental honour, ‘Guardian of the Blue Horizon’, on PM @narendramodi, it marks another milestone in India’s growing global climate leadership. Under his visionary leadership, India has strengthened its commitment to sustainable development through decisive policy action, expansion of clean energy ecosystems, and deeper international cooperation on the global climate agenda.
This recognition reflects a governance approach that integrates economic progress with environmental responsibility, positioning India as a trusted voice in global climate conversations while accelerating its journey towards a sustainable future.
Scroll through to discover the vision, milestones, and achievements shaping India’s climate journey.
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Grateful to the people and Government of Seychelles as well as President Herminie for conferring upon me the ‘Guardian of the Blue Horizon.’
I humbly accept this honour and dedicate it to all those countries that are fighting the challenge of climate change and consider environmental protection their responsibility towards future generations. This is a pressing challenge which we have to overcome together.
India, on its part, stands ready to do whatever is required in making our planet greener and sustainable. This is reflected in our various domestic policies, emphasis on Mission LiFE and global efforts like the International Solar Alliance, Coalition for Disaster Resilient Infrastructure and more.
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Honouring Prime Minister @narendramodi for his efforts to promote sustainable development and greening the planet!
In a special gesture, President Dr. Patrick Herminie conferred upon PM the Presidential Distinction- ‘Guardian of the Blue Horizon’. This is the first time such an honour is being bestowed by Seychelles.
The Presidential Distinction recognizes PM’s leadership and steadfast commitment to environmental conservation, sustainable development, climate resilience, blue economy and advancing the aspirations of the Small Island Developing States. These include initiatives like Mission LiFE, “Ek Ped Maa Ke Naam”, International Solar Alliance, Coalition for Disaster Resilient Infrastructure, International Big Cat Alliance, among others.
PM dedicated the honour to the special friendship between India and Seychelles.
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Operation Amistad underway!
Two @IAF_MCC C17s took-off today for Venezuela with urgent assistance to support their post-earthquake relief efforts.
The assistance contains an Indian Army @adgpi Field Hospital Unit and over 35 tons of relief supplies, medicines and medical equipment, including two BHISHM Cubes.
India is committed to support the Government and people of Venezuela in this difficult time.
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@IndiainUganda hosted a press meet at the High Commission to share the success stories and key findings of NFHS-6. HC @upendrasrawat briefed print and TV journalists on India’s public health progress and emerging challenges, drawing out areas of mutual learning for Uganda.
Felicitations to all Passport Authorities in India and abroad on the occasion of the 14th Passport Seva Divas.
The rollout of Passport Seva Programme 2.0, introduction of chip-enabled e-Passports, opening of new PSKs and POPSKs, and record levels of passport issuance are enhancing ease of travel, expanding access to global opportunities, and empowering citizens.
#TeamMEA reaffirms its commitment to keep making passport services delivery faster, more transparent and accessible, guided by the vision of ‘Surakshit Passport, Sugam Seva, Sashakt Nagrik’.
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Today in Kolkata, INS Dunagiri, INS Sanshodhak and INS Agray were commissioned. They reflect India’s growing maritime capabilities, our commitment to safeguarding national interests across the seas and the remarkable strides being made towards self-reliance in defence manufacturing guided by the vision of Aatmanirbhar Bharat.
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