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United News of India
7 hours ago
- Politics
- United News of India
Congress and BRS working in tandem, alleges K Reddy at BJP local body poll workshop
Hyderabad, June 20 (UNI) Union Minister and Telangana BJP President G Kishan Reddy on Friday alleged that the Congress and Bharat Rashtra Samiti (BRS) are moving forward with mutual understanding, suggesting a covert alliance between the two parties. He made these remarks while chairing a workshop organised at the BJP Telangana State Office to strategise for the upcoming local body elections. The workshop also focused on the current political scenario and key activities to be undertaken across the state under the party's leadership. Addressing senior leaders and party cadre, Kishan Reddy emphasised the need for the BJP to intensify its outreach to the public. 'It is our responsibility to expose the massive corruption during the BRS regime and to hold the Congress government accountable for failing to deliver on its six guarantees,' he said. The BJP leader stressed that only a BJP-led government can restore confidence among the people and ensure the state's development, adding that key welfare and development programmes are being implemented in Telangana with the support of the Central government. Kishan Reddy urged party workers to strengthen the party at the grassroots level and ensure the victory of BJP candidates in the upcoming elections. The meeting saw the participation of BJP National General Secretary Sunil Bansal, Telangana State Affairs In-charge Abhay Patil, MPs Etala Rajender, D K Aruna, Godem Nagesh, and MLAs Palvai Harish Babu, Payal Shankar, Paidi Rakesh Reddy, Dhanpal Suryanarayana Gupta, among others.
India Gazette
10 hours ago
- Health
- India Gazette
"World is enthused to celebrate the International Yoga Day": Kishan Reddy after participating in 24-hour countdown event
Hyderabad (Telangana) [India], June 20 (ANI): Union Minister G Kishan Reddy has said that the whole world is enthused to celebrate the International Yoga Day on 21 June. He also said that many participated in the 24-hour countdown event ahead of International Yoga Day at Lal Bahadur Stadium in Hyderabad on Friday. 'The whole world is enthused to celebrate the International Yoga Day on 21 June. There is no place in India that will not organise an event tomorrow,' Kishan Reddy told ANI. 'Thousands of people participated in the 24-hour countdown event in Hyderabad today... Actors, High Court judges, Army officers, central paramilitary, and many others participated in the programme... I request all people that there should be no house left where Yoga isn't practised tomorrow,' he added. Telangana Governor Jishnu Dev Varma and Former Vice President M Venkaiah Naidu practised Yoga at Lal Bahadur Stadium, Hyderabad, during the 24-hour countdown event organised by the Ministry of Steel, Ministry of Coal and Ministry of Mines ahead of the International Yoga Day tomorrow. The country is gearing up to celebrate the 11th International Day of Yoga on June 21. The government is organising a multitude of events nationwide to mark the occasion, with 'Yoga for One Earth, One Health' as this year's theme. Yoga Sangam, the main event, will orchestrate a synchronised mass yoga demonstration based on the Common Yoga Protocol (CYP) at over 1 lakh locations across India on June 21, 2025, from 6:30 AM to 7:45 AM. Prime Minister Narendra Modi will lead the national event at Visakhapatnam, Andhra Pradesh. This collective celebration aims to reaffirm our shared commitment to the timeless practice of yoga and its enduring relevance in today's world. An invaluable gift of ancient Indian tradition, Yoga has emerged as one of the most trusted means to boost physical and mental well-being. The word 'Yoga' is derived from the Sanskrit root 'yuj', meaning 'to join,' 'to yoke,' or 'to unite.' It symbolises the unity of mind and body, thought and action, restraint and fulfilment, harmony between human and nature, and a holistic approach to health and well-being. Recognising its universal appeal, on December 11, 2014, the United Nations proclaimed June 21 as the International Day of Yoga by resolution 69/131. India proposed the draft resolution establishing the International Day of Yoga, which was endorsed by a record 175 member states. Prime Minister Narendra Modi first introduced the proposal in his address during the opening of the 69th session of the General Assembly on September 27, 2014. The date of June 21 was chosen as it is the Summer Solstice, the longest day of the year in the Northern Hemisphere. This day represents a symbolic harmony between nature and human wellness and is important in many cultures. (ANI)
Time of India
2 days ago
- Business
- Time of India
China export curbs hit: India seeks to secure rare-Earth supply chain, push for self-reliance in critical minerals
India seeks to secure rare-Earth supply chain The Centre on Tuesday intensified efforts to secure the supply chain for rare-earth materials critical to manufacturing electric vehicles (EVs), electronics, and defence equipment. In a series of high-level meetings, officials from various ministries came together to review the local availability of these strategic resources. "This inter-ministerial effort will pave the way for India's self-reliance in strategic materials crucial for electric vehicles (EVs), electronics, defence and other sectors," said steel and heavy industries minister HD Kumaraswamy in a statement. The move comes as a response to concerns over China curtailing exports of permanent magnets, which are made from rare earth elements (REEs). These magnets are essential components in EV propulsion systems, speakers, power windows, and generators used in renewable energy infrastructure. The supply squeeze has raised fears of potential disruptions in EV production in India. Coal and mines minister G Kishan Reddy and Kumaraswamy jointly chaired the inter-ministerial meetings, which also involved representatives from the atomic energy and commerce ministries, reported ET. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Buy Brass Idols - Handmade Brass Statues for Home & Gifting Luxeartisanship Buy Now Undo Reddy posted on X that discussions focused on strengthening the value chain, from mining and refining to final use. To accelerate domestic capabilities, the government is considering amendments to the Mines and Minerals (Development and Regulation) Act. These changes aim to support the critical mineral mission and boost production capacity. Additionally, the Centre expects commercially viable domestic production of rare earth permanent magnets in small quantities later this year, marking a key step toward reducing reliance on imports. Stay informed with the latest business news, updates on bank holidays and public holidays . AI Masterclass for Students. Upskill Young Ones Today!– Join Now
Hans India
2 days ago
- Business
- Hans India
Union Ministers attend meet on boosting rare earths supply chains
Hyderabad: Union Minister of Coal and Mines G Kishan Reddy announced on Tuesday that an inter ministerial meeting focusing on Rare Earth and Critical Minerals has taken place. The meeting was attended by Union Minister for Heavy Industries H D Kumaraswamy, along with officials representing the Ministries of Atomic Energy, Steel, Heavy Industries, and Commerce. Reddy shared this update on his social media account X, stating that 'the meeting deliberated on a wide range of aspects related to securing the supply chains of Rare Earth and Critical Minerals, which are vital for the electronics industry, energy, and national security.' Discussions at the meeting particularly focused on strengthening the entire value chain, from mining and refining through to end use. Sharing this information with Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Reddy highlighted that the government has implemented the National Critical Mineral Mission (NCMM) and is adopting a 'whole of government' approach to achieve India's self reliance in these crucial minerals.
Time of India
3 days ago
- Business
- Time of India
Rare Earths supply: India steps up mining, refining to safeguard EV future
The Centre Tuesday sought to secure the supply chain for rare-earth materials, used in the manufacturing of electronics and electric cars, holding meetings among various connected ministries and reviewing their local availability. "This inter-ministerial effort will pave the way for India's self-reliance in strategic materials crucial for electric vehicles (EVs), electronics, defence and other sectors," steel and heavy industries minister HD Kumaraswamy said in a statement. The deliberations are part of efforts to mitigate the impact of China curtailing permanent magnet supplies, threatening to stall the production of electric vehicles (EV) in India. These permanent magnets are derived out of rare earth elements (REEs), vital for power windows, speakers, propulsion systems in electric vehicles, and generators in renewable energy infrastructure, among others. Coal and mines minister G Kishan Reddy and Kumaraswamy jointly chaired these meetings that also drew participation of officials linked to Atomic Energy and commerce ministries. In a post on X, Reddy said discussions focused on strengthening the value chain, from mining to refining and then to end-use. To speed up domestic production, the government is planning amendments to the Mines and Minerals (Development and Regulation) Act for supporting the critical mineral mission. Besides regulatory tweaks, the centre is also expecting commercially viable domestic production of rare earth permanent magnets in small quantities later this year.
