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INDIA HEWS CHUNE http://www.indianembassy.org
Address to the Nation by The President of India K.R. Narayanan on the Eve of Independence Day
Fellow citizens, Friends,
On the eve of the 52nd anniversary of India's Independence, I have great pleasure in extending to all fellow citizens, whether living in India or... | |
india_news_p000007.jpg | Kargil and Beyond
Speech by Sh. Jaswant Singh, Minister of External Affairs at India International Centre on July 20, 1999
Mr. Chairman, Ladies and Gentlemen,
It is now time to look ahead; to look beyond Kargil. But even in charting our course for the future we have to assess what Kargil 1999 was all about? What ... | |
india_news_p000008.jpg | overspill of the 'Afghanistan' disorder syndrome'. That is also why it had to be defeated.
In parallel to the military, we also had major diplomatic challenges on our hands. A firm signal had to be conveyed to Pakistan, as also a clear and unambiguous message to the international community. Let us accept that in today... | |
india_news_p000009.jpg | and the print media, in fully informing and mobilizing public opinion, was an invaluable part of the total national effort to meet the challenge of Kargil.
Why did Pakistan undertake such an ill-conceived misadventure? Perhaps, they thought that they could translate the advantage of tactical surprise into a strategic ... | |
india_news_p000010.jpg | of it. We need to re-examine this in detail. Globally, India has to move purposefully towards realizing its true dimensions as a major civilisational state, with its own strategic autonomy and strategic space, born out of its economic and political interaction with other countries particularly in the Asia-Pacific commu... | |
india_news_p000011.jpg | PRESIDENT'S ADDRESS from page 1
in the future. We have to remain united and prepared not only when war-like situations come upon us, but in normal times also, so that we are not ever again taken unawares by surprise attacks. We have to pay special attention to strengthening our armed forces, equip them with the lates... | |
india_news_p000012.jpg | are to-day receiving greater attention than before, thanks to the efforts of citizens and NGO's. But I am afraid, by and large, we remain reckless consumers than preservers of these life-sources. It is time that we took conservation and other environmental questions not as fashionable positions but as matters of life a... | |
india_news_p000013.jpg | Text of Joint India-US Communique on the Exchange of the Instruments of Ratification of the Indo-US Extradition Treaty
New Delhi, July 21, 1999
Abstract
"The Governments of India and the United States today exchanged instruments of ratification for the bilateral Extradition Treaty which was signed by both countr... | |
india_news_p000014.jpg | Prime Minister Vajpayee's Independence Day address to the Nation
Sisters, Brothers and
Dear Children,
Accept my greetings on the sacred occasion of Independence Day. This is a day of hallowed remembrance for us. This is a day of dedication for us.
This year's Independence Day has special significance for all of us.... | |
india_news_p000015.jpg | PRIME MINISTER'S ADDRESS
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- Our National Income has grown by 6 percent;
- Having crossed 200 million tonnes, production of foodgrains is higher today than ever before;
- Food stocks are higher today than ever. For this our kisans deserve our felicitations. Our agricultural scientists are also worthy of o... | |
india_news_p000016.jpg | bined with religious extremism, it becomes a graver danger to humanity. All of you are familiar with the saying "Karela Aur Neem Chadha" (The bitterness of Karela is further worsened by adding to it the bitterness of Neem.)
In our case, over thirty five thousand of our people have been killed by terrorists. Terrorism h... | |
india_news_p000017.jpg | PRIME MINISTER'S ADDRESS
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lar principle of Sarva Panth Samabhav, fully guarantees the religious freedom of all communities. It is a matter of immense pride for India that all the religions of the world have a harmonious co-existence here. Unity in Diversity is our priceless heritage.
It is also a matter... | |
india_news_p000018.jpg | National Defence Fund
Government of India and Embassy of India continue to receive a number of offers for contributions to the welfare of the armed forces in India. Taking these into account, the Government of India has decided that those who wish to make voluntary contributions may do so by sending check in dollars... | |
india_news_p000019.jpg | The Election Commission
Role
Under Article 324 of the Indian constitution the Election Commission is vested with the role of supervision, direction and control of preparation of the electoral rolls for, and the conduct of, all elections to Parliament and to the Legislature of every state and of elections to the of... | |
india_news_p000020.jpg | Constitution of the Election Commission
The Election Commission consists of the Chief Election Commissioner and such number of other Election commissioners, if any as the President may from time to time fix, and the appointment of the Chief Election Commissioner and other Election Commissioners shall be made by the P... | |
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india_news_p000024.jpg | Ambassador Naresh Chandra Meets Members of India Interest Group
September 10, 1999
The Ambassador, Naresh Chandra, held a meeting with members of the India interest Group. A large number of representatives of US companies and business organisations attended the meeting. Senior officials of the Embassy and represent... | |
india_news_p000025.jpg | Draft Report of National Security Advisory Board on Indian Nuclear Doctrine
August 17, 1999
Preamble
1.1. The use of nuclear weapons in particular as well as other weapons of mass destruction constitutes the gravest threat to humanity and to peace and stability in the international system. Unlike the other two ca... | |
india_news_p000026.jpg | 3. Nuclear Forces
3.1. India's nuclear forces will be effective, enduring, diverse, flexible, and responsive to the requirements in accordance with the concept of credible minimum deterrence. These forces will be based on a triad of aircraft, mobile land-based missiles and sea-based assets in keeping with the objecti... | |
india_news_p000027.jpg | Frequently Asked Questions about Indian Parliament
The composition of Parliament of India
According to Article 79 of the Constitution of India, the Parliament consists of President of India and the two Houses of Parliament known as Council of States (Rajya Sabha) and House of the People (Lok Sabha).
Who elects t... | |
india_news_p000028.jpg | Excerpts from <br> Ambassador Naresh Chandra's live chat on MSNBC
September 7, 1999
Abstract
MSNBC: What are the defining issues in this election, and can we expect to see substantial change from the next government? Naresh Chandra: The main issue concerns resolving economic questions. They are in the forefront,... | |
india_news_p000029.jpg | Note on Violation of India's airspace by Pakistan's Atlantique aircraft and consequent action
On August 10, 1999, a Pakistani Naval Anti-Submarine Warfare and maritime reconnaissance aircraft, called Atlantique intruded 10 Kms into Indian Territory in the Area of KORI CREEK.
The intruding aircraft was detected by I... | |
india_news_p000030.jpg | - The intruder was given a further opportunity to prove his bona fides. This was done through an accepted signalling system. This involves two aircraft moving to the side of the intruding aircraft, conveying a visual signal i.e. wiggling of wings and leftward movement. These are universally recognised signals conveying... | |
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INDIA NEWS ONLINE: http://www.indianembassy.org
NOVEMBER 1, 1999
Vajpayee Sworn in as Prime Minister
Address to the Nation by Prime Minister Atal Bihari Vajpayeeonv of Virginia
October 16, 1999
My dear countrymen,
I address you to... | |
india_news_p000033.jpg | PRIME MINISTER'S ADDRESS
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us that our nation has once again demonstrated its unshakable commitment to democracy.
Our nation continues to march on the path she adopted when she became a republic in 1950. With the successful completion of the last election of this century, India stands taller in ... | |
india_news_p000034.jpg | PRIME MINISTER'S ADDRESS
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One of our immediate tasks will be to firmly put down terrorism, which has come to cast its cruel shadow on innocent people. Our message is loud and clear: The life of every India citizen under our dispensation is precious. In our fight against terrorism, we will be gu... | |
india_news_p000035.jpg | Excerpts from <br> Ambassador Naresh Chandra's interview on NewsHour on Senate's rejection to ratify the Nuclear Test Ban Treaty, October 14, 1999
Q: Ambassador Chandra, today the President in particular called on India and Pakistan not to take this vote as a green light to step up your nuclear weapons program. How ... | |
india_news_p000036.jpg | Prime Minister and the Cabinet October 13, 1999
Shri Atal Bihari Vajpayee has been sworn-in as the Prime Minister of India. The President Shri K.R. Narayanan administered the oath of office and secrecy at the Rashtrapati Bhawan. Shri Vajpayee has assumed the office of the Prime Minister of India for the third time.
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india_news_p000037.jpg | Profile of
Prime Minister Atal Bihari Vajpayee
Shri Atal Bihari Vajpayee has been sworn-in as the Prime Minister of India. The President Shri K.R. Narayanan administered the oath of office and secrecy at the Rashtrapati Bhawan on October 13, 1999. Shri Vajpayee has assumed the office of the Prime Minister of India... | |
india_news_p000038.jpg | PROFILE
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Government from March 24, 1977 to July 28, 1979.
Widely respected within the country and abroad as a statesman of the genre of Pt. Jawaharlal Nehru, Shri Vajpayee's 1998-99 stint as Prime Minister has been characterised as 'one year of courage of conviction'. It was during this period... | |
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india_news_p000040.jpg | India not to engage in a nuclear arms race: Jaswant Singh, external affairs minister
Jaswant Singh
You have been engaged in extended talks with the U.S. since the nuclear tests last year. How would you assess the results so far? First, by restating the objectives from our side. They are two-fold: in the first plac... | |
india_news_p000041.jpg | JASWANT SINGH INTERVIEW
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to generate a better appreciation of India's security concerns. Obviously, this is possible only through a sustained, bilateral dialogue process. An understanding in this regard will restore our relationship to the pre-May 1998 position. I am also optimistic that this p... | |
india_news_p000042.jpg | thus not a policy document of the Government of India.
Would you like to elaborate on what then is the essence and thinking on India's doctrine?
The key elements of India's nuclear policy were spelt out by the Prime Minister in Parliament last December. To recapitulate briefly:
(a) India shall maintain a minimum nucle... | |
india_news_p000043.jpg | Orissa Cyclones
On the morning of October 29, 1999, a cyclone struck the coast of Orissa, in northeastern India on the Bay of Bengal. Winds of between 155 and 161 miles an hour, heavy rains and waves between 13 and 20 feet high accompanied the storm. Orissa is home to 32 million people. This storm struck just 10 day... | |
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CRY (Child Relief and You, Inc.) CRY has set up an Orissa Disaster Relief Program for the victims in Orissa. CRY is a registered nonprofit, tax-e... | |
india_news_p000045.jpg | ECONOMIC NEWS UPDATES
Government considering proposal to grant visa on arrival to tourists
The government is considering a proposal to grant visa on arrival to tourists from certain countries according to a top tourism ministry official. "Tourism ministry has sent proposal to home ministry for granting visa to tou... | |
india_news_p000046.jpg | (2PDATES, from page 6
tion policy is being formulated and will be brought to the Cabinet soon," federal Civil Aviation Minister Sharad Yadav has said.
However, the minister refused to give details of the new policy saying that it was a "sensitive" issue. He said the govemment would set up more international airports,... | |
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January/February 2000
President K.R. Narayanan's address on the occasion of the 50th anniversary of the Republic of India Central Hall of Parliament, January 27, 2000
It gives me great pleasure to be here amidst you at this solemn function to mark the Golden Jubilee... | |
india_news_p000049.jpg | PRESIDENT'S ADDRESS
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capable of character and integrity, they should be able to make the best of a defective constitution. If they, the lacking in these, the Constitution cannot help the country". I believe these are wise words which we should pay heed to.
The form of Government, the parliamen... | |
india_news_p000050.jpg | India.com goes Global
Excerpts from an article written by
Dewang Mehta, Director,
National Association of Software and Service Companies
The Indian software industry has zoomed from a mere $20million ten years ago to a whopping US $3.9 billion in 1998-99. No industry has done as much for the competitiveness of global... | |
india_news_p000051.jpg | ECONOMIC NEWS (IPDATES
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in this regard and a task force consisting of the Finance Ministers of India and Singapore can be formed to work out the modalities. Shri Sinha also said that such an exercise should be carried out by the private sector with both the Govemments playing the role of facil... | |
india_news_p000052.jpg | Information on the hijacked Indian Airline Flight IC-814
Following is a chronology of events
- Indian Airlines Flight 814 takes off from Kathmandu at 1615 (IST) hours on December 24, 1999.
- The five armed hijackers make the pilot divert the plane over Lucknow and head for Lahore in Pakistan.
- The Lahore airport a... | |
india_news_p000053.jpg | Cultural Calendar
Odissi dance
FREMONT - Jyoti Rout performs Odissi classical dance, Ganda Devi Bandhan. The evening also features a solo sitar recital by David Gray, student of Ustad Habib Khan.
The event is being held on February 13 at 5 pm at Ohlone College, 43600 Mission Blvd. Tickets cost $15$.
For informatio... | |
india_news_p000054.jpg | Indian American Forum for Political Education - IAFPE
The Indian American Forum for Political Education was established in 1982 to serve as a non-partisan, non-profit, political educational forum in Washington, DC. The Mission of IAFPE to empower Indian Americans politically by raising civic consciousness and increas... | |
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india_news_p000056.jpg | PUBLISHED BY PRESS & INFORMATION, EMBASSY OF INDIA, WASHINGTON, DC
INDIA-U.S. RELATIONS: 2000
March 2000
IN THIS ISLIE
Past U.S. Presidential Visits to India (Photos) ................ 2
India-U.S. Space Cooperation: Reaching for a new frontier ............................ 3
Bilateral visits of Heads of State/Gover... | |
india_news_p000057.jpg | CLINTON VISIT
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economic, scientific and technological assistance that, among others, made the Green Revolution in the mid-1960s possible.
The end of the Cold War in the 1990s, coinciding with the liberalization of the Indian economy, saw a steady improvement in India-US relations with the Clin... | |
india_news_p000058.jpg | India-U.S. Space Cooperation: Reaching for new frontiers
- In the early 1960's, the United States had offered substantial assistance to India in setting up an Equatorial Rocket Launching Station at Thumba (TERLS). Subsequently, India dedicated this facility to the United Nations in 1968. Since then, scientists from ... | |
india_news_p000059.jpg | CLINTON VISIT
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economic, scientific and technological assistance that, among others, made the Green Revolution in the mid-1960s possible.
The end of the Cold War in the 1990s, coinciding with the liberalization of the Indian economy, saw a steady improvement in India-US relations with the Clin... | |
india_news_p000060.jpg | India-U.S. Space Cooperation: Reaching for new frontiers
- In the early 1960's, the United States had offered substantial assistance to India in setting up an Equatorial Rocket Launching Station at Thumba (TERLS). Subsequently, India dedicated this facility to the United Nations in 1968. Since then, scientists from ... | |
india_news_p000061.jpg | India-U.S. Economic & Trade Relations: A Growing Partnership
- India's economic reforms have generated a trade momentum between India and the U.S. that grows every year. Starting in 1991, India has carried out sweeping changes in its national economic policies to stimulate domestic and foreign investment in many sec... | |
india_news_p000062.jpg | Institutional Framework for Trade and Investment
- Indo-US joint Business Council
The joint Business Council has become more active in recent years and has organized several promotional events, apart from their annual meeting held alternately in New Delhi and in Washington.
U.S. Investments in India
- India's g... | |
india_news_p000063.jpg | India-U.S. Science & Technology Relations: Harnessing the Potential
Visible Institutional Symbols:
- The Indian Institute of Technology, Kanpur, an internationally renowned institute for technical education and research, was set up with U.S. cooperation.
- Punjab Agricultural University, Ludhiana, which played a p... | |
india_news_p000064.jpg | Indian American Community: A Story of Achievements
- There are now more than 1.5 million peoples of Indian origin in America. They reflect the multi-ethnic, multi-religious and multi-lingual society of India.
- Indian-Americans are represented in many fields including academics and entrepreneurs, doctors and lawyers... | |
india_news_p000065.jpg | Internet Guide to India
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Indian Inve... | |
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U.S. President Clinton in India
April 2000
IN THIS ISSUE
Excerpts from the Joint Press Conference ............................ 3
India-U.S. should target bilateral trade of $25 billion... 6
India-U.S. renewable energy MoU signed ....... | |
india_news_p000067.jpg | INDIA-U.S. RELATIONS
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In the new century, India and the United States will be partners in peace, with a common interest in and complementary responsibility for ensuring regional and international security. We will engage in regular consultations on, and work together for, strategic stability in... | |
india_news_p000068.jpg | Excerpts from the Joint Press Conference by Prime Minister Vajpayee and President Clinton on March 21, 2000
Prime Minister Vajpayee on India-U.S. Relations:
"President Clinton and I have just signed a vision statement. The statement outlines the contours of and defines the agenda of our partnership in the 21 st ce... | |
india_news_p000069.jpg | INDIA-U.S. RELATIONS
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Today, we pledge to deepen the Indian-American partnership in tangible ways, always seeking to reconcile our differences through dialogue and engagement, always seizing opportunities to advance the countless interests we have in common. As a first step, President Clinton h... | |
india_news_p000070.jpg | INDIA-U.S. RELATIONS
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U.S.-India Financial and Economic Forum: The U.S. Secretary of the Treasury and the Indian Minister of Finance will host a forum on finance and investment issues, macroeconomic policy and international economic developments at regular intervals. Their meetings at the minis... | |
india_news_p000071.jpg | India-U.S. should target bilateral trade of $25 billion over the next five years: Murasoli Maran
Shri Murasoli Maran, Union Minister of Commerce and Industry, has said that India and the United States should aim at an annual trade turnover of at least U.S. $25 billion over the next 5 years, which would represent mor... | |
india_news_p000072.jpg | India-U.S. Sign a Joint Statement on Cooperation in Energy and Environment
Minister of External Affairs Jaswant Singh and U.S. Secretary of State Madeleine Albright signed a joint statement on cooperation on energy and environment issues on behalf of the India and the United States on March 22, 2000 in Agra. The sta... | |
india_news_p000073.jpg | India and the United States sign commercial agreements exceeding $3.5 billion
Information Technologies
- Motorola (Schaumburg, IL), working with the government of Andhra Pradesh, will establish the Motorola School of Communications Technology as part of the Indian Institute of Information Technology in Hyderabad. ... | |
india_news_p000074.jpg | Commercial Agreements
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for three million people in Northern India and will help eliminate more than a million tons of greenhouse gas emissions and annually save over 100 million gallons of oil.
- Ogden Energy (New York, NY) signed two business agreements with Indian counterparts for the develo... | |
india_news_p000075.jpg | Excerpts from <br> Ambassador Naresh Chandra's chat with India Today
March 27, 2000
Q: Of what consequence and importance for India was President Clinton's visit considering that he is nothing but a lame duck President.
Naresh Chandra: The main purpose of President Clinton's visit was to send a clear signal that bo... | |
india_news_p000076.jpg | Indian Press Monitor
Partners in peace
All the same, the stress placed on India's "commitment to enhancing cooperation, peace and stability" in the region specifically underlines New Delhi's positive role. The "risk" which Mr. Vajpayee took in visiting Lahore, as mentioned by Mr Clinton, is noteworthy in this cont... | |
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U.S. President Clinton and his daughter Chelsea paying homage at the Mahatma Gandhi Memorial, Rajghat in New Delhi on March 21, 2000.
INDIAN PRESS MONITOR (Continued from page 11)
Clinton's Productive Visit
For the first time, the world's most populous and most powerful democracies have an agreed vision of the w... | |
india_news_p000078.jpg | Excerpts of U.S. News Media on President Clinton's visit
Upgrading India
The Clinton administration has finally publicly recognized a process that has been going on for some time in South Asia: a revolutionary change in the balance of power -the emergence of India as a nuclear power and the strategic decline of Pa... | |
india_news_p000079.jpg | A Turning Point
In addition, the strategic interests of India and the United States are converging for the first time since India's independence in 1947. Specifically, the two most daunting challenges facing Indian and American policymakers are the threat posed by the rise of Islamic fundamentalism and the emergence ... | |
india_news_p000080.jpg | S. President Clinton inspecting a Guard of Honor at a Ceremonial Reception, in New Delhi on March 21, 2000.
India and U.S. to establish an India-U.S. Science & Technology Forum
New Delhi, March 21, 2000
India and the United States signed an Agreement today to establish the Indo-U.S. Science and Technology Forum to... | |
india_news_p000081.jpg | Cultural Calendar
April 8 - 9, 2000
The 6th Annual Festival Of India will be held in Charlotte, NC on April 8 and 9 at the First Union Atrium and Plaza in downtown Charlotte. There will be cultural displays, dances and delicious food. For information:
http://www.freeyellow.com/members8/focl/t/index.html
April 8 ... | |
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india_news_p000083.jpg | Suo Motu Statement by
Shri Jaswant Singh, Minister of External Affairs in Parliament on the Non-Proliferation Treaty Review Conference
May 9, 2000
The sixth Nuclear Non-Proliferation Treaty (NPT) Review Conference is currently taking place in New York. Consistent with our policy India is not attending the Confere... | |
india_news_p000084.jpg | STATEMENT
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accidental or unauthorised launch.
The NPT community needs to understand that India cannot join the NPT as a non-nuclear weapon state. Statements by NPT States Parties about India rolling back its nuclear programme are mere diversions to prevent focussed attention on the basic goals ... | |
india_news_p000085.jpg | Statement By External Affairs Minister In Parliament On The Situation In Sri Lanka
May 4, 2000
Recent developments in northern Sri Lanka are a matter of serious concern to India. The Government is closely monitoring the evolving situation. The Government of Sri Lanka has also been in touch with the Government of In... | |
india_news_p000086.jpg | Forum for India-U.S. dialogue on Financial and Economic matters established
Washington, DC
April 17, 2000
India's Finance Minister, Mr. Yashwant Sinha, and the U.S. Treasury Secretary, Mr. Lawrence Summers, signed here today a document setting up the IndiaUnited States Financial and Economic Forum. India's Ambassad... | |
india_news_p000087.jpg | India does not want an arms race: External Affairs Minister Jaswant Singh
India's Minister of External Affairs Jaswant Singh said India has no intention of engaging in any arms race. He added that India only wants to maintain a credible deterrent nuclear defense capability.
Mr. Jaswant Singh, gave the reassurance i... | |
india_news_p000088.jpg | News in Brief
Enron and Reliance to build optical fiber cable network
Enron Corporation signed a $137million agreement with India's Reliance group for an optical fiber cable project in the southern Indian state of Karnataka. Enron India and Reliance signed the agreement on the sidelines of a global investment meet... | |
india_news_p000089.jpg | Disinvestments Minister Arun Jaitley.
"Government will sell up to 40 per cent equity to strategic partners including 26 per cent to foreign investors. Foreign investor can be a foreign airline also," he said. Mr. Jaitley and Civil Aviation Minister Sharad Yadav had a meeting earlier this week to sort out the issues ove... | |
india_news_p000090.jpg | During the meeting with the chief executives of these companies, Information Technology Minister Mr. Pramod Mahajan said that government was committed to promote collaboration and diversification and facilitate an enabling climate through a series of ongoing fiscal and other policy measures. He said Government was iden... | |
india_news_p000091.jpg | Embassy Diary
In the continuing celebration of 50th anniversary of India as a Republic, a series of events have been organised by the Embassy over the last few weeks:
Surbahar and Pakhawaj: Shubha Sankaran and Peter Fagiola regaled a large audience with their performance on these unique instruments at the World Ban... | |
india_news_p000092.jpg | country he calls "a painter's paradise" helped form a new perspective for the development of his art.
Readings by Ms. Maura Moynihan: At a colourful function of Indian art and literature, organised at the Embassy on May 16, Ms. Maura Moynihan read from her collection of short stories "Masterji And Other Stories" to an... | |
india_news_p000093.jpg | Recent Policies, Programmes and Initiatives by the Government of India
Atomic Energy
Prime Minister Shri Atal Bihari Vajpayee dedicated the first of the twin units of the Kaiga Atomic Power Station to the nation on March 5, 2000. The unit was operating at 210 MW .
Rajasthan Atomic Power Station already has two op... | |
india_news_p000094.jpg | press the approval time frame and thereby facilitate speedy implementation of projects.
FDI proposals approved
From January 1991 to February 2000, the government has approved 17,098 foreign collaboration (technical and financial) proposals with a corresponding foreign direct investment (FDI) of U.S. $60.4 billion. A... | |
india_news_p000095.jpg | India Press Monitor
Wired to the World Leveraging Power Through IT
According to the recently released NASSCOM-McKinsey Study on Indian IT strategies, Indian and India-centric companies have opportunities in four broad areas -value-added IT services, software products, IT-enabled services and e-business. The report... | |
india_news_p000096.jpg | PRESS MONITOR
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sary of the Shakti tests, India has taken the lead to put forward pragmatic proposals to harmonise the concerns of the NPT-community with the long-term goals of nuclear disarmament. External affairs minister Jaswant Singh has timed his proposals in Parliament to prod the nat... | |
india_news_p000097.jpg | Trade Events in India
India Chem 2000
An International Exhibition of Chemical, Petrochemical and Pharmaceutical Industry.
New Delhi
from
October 6-8, 2000.
For more information:
U.S. India Business Council, U.S. Chamber Of commerce, 1615 H Street N.W.
Washington D.C. 20062-2000.
Tel: 2024635492
Fax: 2024633173
mcl... | |
india_news_p000098.jpg | U.S. and India Pledge Cooperative Research in Health Issues
WASHINGTON - Health and Human Services Secretary Donna Shalala and Indian Minister of Health and Family Welfare C. P. Thakur signed a joint agreement June 13, pledging cooperative research in HIV/AIDS prevention and maternal and child health research.
"Thes... | |
india_news_p000099.jpg | U.S. and India Pledge
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the National Institute on Drug Abuse; the Fogarty International Center; and other agencies of the U.S. Government, including the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention and the U.S. Agency for International Development.
Under the agreement, both the NIH and ICMR are t... |
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