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20/07/2025

Prime Minister Narendra Modi interacted with Indian astronaut Shubhanshu Shukla, who is aboard the International Space Station, yesterday.
PM Modi said, You are farthest from India but closest to Indians’ hearts and your journey marks the auspicious beginning of a new era. He said, Parikrama has been a centuries-old tradition in India, and you have been blessed with the rare opportunity to perform the parikrama of Mother Earth. Mr Modi extended his heartfelt congratulations and good wishes to Group Captain Shukla for his mission.
Group Captain Shubhanshu Shukla said that he is feeling proud to represent India. Sharing his experiences with Prime Minister Modi, Group Captain Shukla said, when he was a child, he never imagined that he could become an astronaut. Captain Shukla said, under the leadership Prime Minister, today’s India offers numerous opportunities to people to fulfil their dreams.
Highlighting that Shubhanshu Shukla was the first Indian to be on board the International Space Station, Prime Minister Modi enquired him about the contrast between his rigorous preparation on Earth and the actual conditions aboard the space station. The Astronaut shared that despite knowing about zero gravity and the nature of experiments in advance, the reality in orbit was entirely different. Group Captain Shukla added that simple acts like drinking water or sleeping become significant challenges in space.
Group Captain Shukla said, he has learnt a lot during his training saying that his journey is a collective achievement for the entire country. He asked the youths that the sky is never the limit. He said, India is progressing at a swift pace and it will have its own stations in space. Group Captain Shukla said, when he saw India for the first time from space, India looks very grand and much bigger than what we see on the map

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20/07/2025

Marking a significant cultural milestone, Odisha Samaj UAE hosted its 15th annual Rath Yatra, drawing more than 1,000 devotees from across all seven emirates. The event has become one of the most prominent celebrations for the Odia diaspora in the region, bringing together families and faith communities in a shared expression of devotion.
Hosted at Star International School in Dubai, the celebration honoured Lord Jagannath, Lord Balabhadra, and Devi Subhadra through a sequence of traditional rituals. Among the highlights was the ceremonial Pahandi Bije, during which the deities were ceremoniously escorted to the grand chariot, drawing the attention and devotion of all present and setting the tone for the main procession.
The much-awaited chariot pulling began with devotees joining in with deep reverence and enthusiasm. After the procession, Mahaprasad was distributed to all attendees, reflecting the festival’s spirit of inclusivity and collective devotion. Over 100 Odia families prepared the Chhappan Bhoga, a revered offering of 56 food items, continuing a custom rooted in Puri’s temple traditions.
Cultural elements included Devadasi dance performances by children and collective chanting of the 108 Mahamantra, creating a spiritually immersive atmosphere. Evening sessions featured devotional singing and an Odissi dance performance, highlighting Odisha’s rich cultural heritage and maintaining the festive momentum.

20/07/2025

In this episode of Health Code, we explore social anxiety in children and students who fear judgment, embarrassment, or making mistakes in public.
Through the fictional story of Anjali, a 14-year-old girl from Bengaluru , we uncover how social phobia silently affects young minds.
Join us as psychologist Dr. Amrith shares expert insights on symptoms, causes, and effective treatments for this often-misunderstood condition.

Disclaimer: The content shared on Health Code is for informational purposes only and not a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment.
Always consult a qualified healthcare provider for any health-related concerns.

20/07/2025

Union Minister of Steel and Heavy Industries HD Kumaraswamy concluded a three-day diplomatic and business visit to the United Arab Emirates, engaging in high-level discussions expected to significantly enhance bilateral trade relations and industrial cooperation between India and the UAE. The delegation included senior officials of the Ministry of Steel and CMDs, Senior representatives of three leading Indian steel companies, Steel Authority of India Limited (SAIL), MECON Limited, and National Mineral Development Corporation (NMDC).
During the visit, the Minister inaugurated the Representative Offices of these companies in Dubai. The opening of offices in Dubai is reflective of GOIs priority of Indian steel companies expanding their global footprint and leveraging wider opportunities.
The minister’s visit featured strategic meetings with key UAE leadership, advancing India’s industrial presence in the Middle Eastern market while exploring new avenues for economic collaboration. Minister Kumaraswamy held discussions with UAE Minister of Economy and Tourism Abdulla Bin Touq Al Marri, focusing on strengthening trade and economic relations. The meeting addressed green steel collaboration for sustainable development, opportunities in high-grade steel and aluminium for defence and automotive sectors, and initiatives to boost supply chain resilience.
The minister also met with Sheikh Saud Bin Saqr Al Qasimi, Ruler of Ras Al Khaimah, where discussions centred on steel sector collaboration, exploring opportunities in mineral sourcing, green steel initiatives, and industrial projects. The delegation’s itinerary included strategic site visits across the UAE. Minister Kumaraswamy met with senior officials of RAK Port and conducted site visits to Stevin Rock quarries in Ras Al Khaimah. The team also visited Emirates Global Aluminium and Conares Steel facilities in Jebel Ali, Dubai, engaging with major regional metals industry players.
Minister Kumaraswamy connected with the Indian community by engaging with Karnataka diaspora members and participated in a roundtable discussion with steel companies organised by the India Business & Professional Council Dubai, providing a platform for direct dialogue with industry leaders.
This visit represents part of regular high-level exchanges between India and the UAE that have intensified in recent years. The mission successfully strengthened the Comprehensive Strategic Partnership between the two nations while demonstrating India’s commitment to expanding its industrial presence in the Middle Eastern market, laying the groundwork for enhanced cooperation in steel, minerals, and advanced manufacturing sectors.

20/07/2025

U.S. President Donald Trump lashed out at congressional Republicans on Thursday for failing to swiftly pass his signature legislation, warning them on social media they would lose MAGA votes if the bill died.
Republicans in the House of Representatives on Wednesday appeared to advance Trump’s massive tax-cut and spending bill, but then progress stalled with a handful of holdouts refusing to vote for a bill that nonpartisan analysts say will add $3.4 trillion to the nation’s $36.2 trillion in debt over the next decade.
The holdouts could switch their vote and support the president as Republican leaders held open the vote while they continued to negotiate.
Trump argued the legislation would promote economic growth and said it was popular with his MAGA base.
The package contains most of the president’s top domestic priorities: extending his 2017 tax cuts, cutting health and food safety net programs, funding Trump’s immigration crackdown, and zeroing out many green-energy incentives. It also includes a $5 trillion increase in the nation’s debt ceiling, which lawmakers must address in the coming months or risk a devastating default.
As a marathon session on Wednesday dragged into the early morning hours of Thursday, Trump and his allies appeared frustrated that the legislation had yet to clear a procedural hurdle, with voting continuing in the U.S. House of Representatives. That vote was needed to advance the bill to a final vote on the House floor.
Trump warned Republicans who were not on board that they would lose support from his base, posting on his Truth Social platform that the holdout was “ridiculous.” In a post after midnight U.S. eastern time, he wrote: “FOR REPUBLICANS, THIS SHOULD BE AN EASY YES VOTE. RIDICULOUS!!!”
In another earlier post he had written: “What are the Republicans waiting for??? What are you trying to prove??? MAGA IS NOT HAPPY, AND IT’S COSTING YOU VOTES!!!”
A handful of so-called fiscal hawks, who oppose deficit spending, have voted “no” along with all the House Democrats, who are critical of cuts to social spending. The Medicaid cuts have also raised concerns among some Republicans, prompting the Senate to set aside more money for rural hospitals.

20/07/2025

After concluding his successful visit to Trinidad & Tobago, Prime Minister Narendra Modi reached Argentina’s capital Buenos Aires this morning on the third leg of his five-nation tour that aims to reinforce India’s engagements with Global South.
Prime Minister Modi was given a warm welcome from the Indian community upon his arrival in the Argentinian capital with a special classical dance performance.
Mr Modi will begin his visit by paying respects at the statue of General José de San Martín, Argentina’s revered freedom fighter and national hero. After a ceremonial welcome, the Prime Minister will hold delegation-level talks to further strengthen the strategic partnership and open new avenues of cooperation between two countries.
The visit is expected to further strengthen the strategic partnership and open new avenues of cooperation. Key areas include trade and investment, health and pharmaceuticals, defense and security, infrastructure, mining and mineral resources, agriculture and food security, green energy, ICT and digital innovation, disaster management, science and technology, education, and people-to-people linkages.
The last meeting between Prime Minister Modi and Argentinian President Javier Milei took place in November last year on the sidelines of the G20 Summit in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil.
While the Prime Minister visited Argentina in 2018 to attend the G20 Summit, this is the first bilateral visit to the country by an Indian Prime Minister in 57 years – making it a historic occasion. In his departure statement before embarking on the five-nation tour, Prime Minister Modi described Argentina as a key economic partner in Latin America and a close collaborator within the G20 grouping.
Following his visit to Argentina, Prime Minister Modi will travel to Brazil to participate in the BRICS Summit in Rio de Janeiro, before proceeding to Namibia – the final stop on his tour. In the first leg of the five-nation tour, Prime Minister visited Ghana’s Accra which was marked a significant milestone in elevation of ties between two countries to a level of comprehensive partnership.

20/07/2025

Global food commodity prices edged higher in June, supported by higher meat, vegetable oil and dairy prices, the United Nations’ Food and Agriculture Organization said on Friday.
The FAO Food Price Index, which tracks monthly changes in a basket of internationally traded food commodities, averaged 128.0 points in June, up 0.5% from May. The index stood 5.8% higher than a year ago, but remained 20.1% below its record high in March 2022.
The cereal price index fell 1.5% to 107.4 points, now 6.8% below a year ago, as global maize prices dropped sharply for a second month. Larger harvests and more export competition from Argentina and Brazil weighed on maize, while barley and sorghum also declined.
Wheat prices, however, rose due to weather concerns in Russia, the European Union, and the United States.
The vegetable oil price index rose 2.3% from May to 155.7 points, now 18.2% above its June 2024 level, led by higher palm, rapeseed, and soy oil prices.
Palm oil climbed nearly 5% from May on strong import demand, while soy oil was supported by expectations of higher demand from the biofuel sector following announcements of supportive policy measures in Brazil and the United States.
Sugar prices dropped 5.2% from May to 103.7 points, the lowest since April 2021, reflecting improved supply prospects in Brazil, India, and Thailand.
Meat prices rose to a record 126.0 points, now 6.7% above June 2024, with all categories rising except poultry. Bovine meat set a new peak, reflecting tighter supplies from Brazil and strong demand from the United States. Poultry prices continued to fall due to abundant Brazilian supplies.
The dairy price index edged up 0.5% from May to 154.4 points, marking a 20.7% annual increase.
In a separate report, the FAO forecast global cereal production in 2025 at a record 2.925 billion tonnes, 0.5% above its previous projection and 2.3% above the previous year.
The outlook could be affected by expected hot, dry conditions in parts of the Northern Hemisphere, particularly for maize with plantings almost complete.

20/07/2025

The Department of Consumer Affairs and the Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) have urged two-wheeler riders across India to use only BIS-certified helmets, warning that substandard headgear poses a serious risk to road safety.
With more than 21 crore two-wheelers plying on Indian roads, the government stressed that while wearing a helmet is mandatory under the Motor Vehicles Act, 1988, its quality is equally vital to prevent fatalities in accidents. Helmets certified under BIS standards (IS 4151:2015) are compulsory under a Quality Control Order enforced since 2021.
However, according to the Department, a large number of helmets sold on roadsides and in informal markets still lack the mandatory ISI mark.
“Sub-standard helmets compromise protection and defeat the purpose of wearing a helmet,” the Department said in a statement, adding that strict action is underway to tackle this threat to consumer safety.
During the financial year 2024–25, BIS carried out over 30 search-and-seizure operations and tested more than 500 helmet samples. In one such operation in Delhi, over 2,500 non-compliant helmets were seized from nine manufacturers whose licences had expired or been cancelled. Similar operations at 17 retail and roadside locations led to the seizure of nearly 500 substandard helmets. Legal proceedings have been initiated against violators.
Currently, 176 manufacturers across India hold valid BIS licences for protective helmets. To strengthen enforcement, the Department has written to District Collectors and Magistrates, urging them to launch special drives against illegal manufacture and sale of non-certified helmets. Local police and district administrations have been asked to integrate this initiative with existing road safety campaigns.
BIS has also stepped up consumer outreach, partnering with local traffic authorities for roadshows and awareness drives. For example, the BIS Chennai team recently organised a campaign distributing ISI-marked helmets and educating riders on the importance of certified safety gear.
Consumers can now check whether a helmet manufacturer is licensed on the BIS Care App or the BIS portal, which also allows users to lodge complaints against non-compliant sellers. In addition, BIS’s ‘Quality Connect’ campaign and its network of ‘Manak Mitra’ volunteers are engaging directly with the public to promote awareness about mandatory certification.



20/07/2025

Prime Minister Narendra Modi met South African President Cyril Ramaphosa in Rio de Janeiro on Sunday on the sidelines of the BRICS summit, shortly before Ramaphosa backed his call for reform of the United Nations Security Council.
“Good catching up with my friend, President Ramaphosa of South Africa,” PM Modi said in a post on X.
Speaking at the summit, Ramaphosa backed the demand for reform, saying the Council “has become too rigid, too narrow and too disconnected from today’s multipolar realities”, and is unable to fulfil its primary function of maintaining international peace and security.
Ramaphosa said the Council cannot react effectively to global dangers “ranging from humanitarian crises to open acts of aggression”. “Reform is a necessity. The Security Council must be made more democratic, more regionally representative and more accountable,” he said.
Sunday’s ‘catch-up’ was the second meeting between PM Modi and Ramaphosa in 19 days, having last met in Canada during the G7 Summit.
India and South Africa have several joint projects covering skills development, trade, economic cooperation and technology. They plan to deepen their strategic partnership, focusing on sectors such as agro-processing, defence, mining and finance. Bilateral trade between the two countries currently stands at nearly $20 billion.
PM Modi last visited South Africa in 2023 for the BRICS summit and held bilateral talks with leaders there.
Notably, Ramaphosa was the chief guest at India’s Republic Day celebrations in 2019 and last visited India in 2023 to attend the G20 summit.
As one of Africa’s leading voices, South Africa joins India in representing the Global South in international forums.

20/07/2025

Underlining that cooperation has been an integral part of Indian society since the Vedic era, Union Home and Cooperation Minister Amit Shah on Sunday said Prime Minister Narendra Modi gave this tradition a formal structure by establishing the Ministry of Cooperation four years ago.
Shah was speaking at a special event in Anand, Gujarat, marking the fourth anniversary of the ministry’s formation and commemorating the 150th birth anniversary year of Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel.
The event, organised by the Gujarat Cooperative Milk Marketing Federation Limited (GCMMF), featured several major launches, inaugurations, and policy highlights aimed at strengthening India’s cooperative movement.
He said that PM Modi institutionalized this tradition by establishing a dedicated Ministry of Cooperation four years ago, breathing new life into over 8.4 lakh cooperative societies linked to nearly 31 crore people.
Shah said that the Ministry has undertaken more than 60 initiatives over the past four years, all built upon a strategic foundation of “Five Ps”: People, PACS (Primary Agricultural Credit Societies), Platform, Policy, and Prosperity. He explained that these initiatives aim to directly benefit citizens, empower PACS at the grassroots level, promote digital platforms for cooperative activity, ensure member-focused policies, and deliver shared prosperity for society as a whole.
A major milestone announced during the event was the launch of the newly formed multi-state cooperative body, Sardar Patel Cooperative Dairy Federation Limited, along with the unveiling of its official logo. Shah highlighted that this federation will help complete a sustainable cycle in the dairy sector, involving fair milk procurement, input services, price compensation, and circular economy practices. He further explained that the model will mirror the success of Amul and will directly benefit dairy farmers across India.

20/07/2025

Prime Minister Narendra Modi arrived in the Brazilian capital Brasília on Monday, marking the second leg of his visit to Brazil after concluding a “very productive” trip to Rio de Janeiro for the 17th BRICS Summit.
Upon his arrival, Prime Minister Modi was received at the airport by Brazil’s Defence Minister Jose Mucio Monteiro Filho.
During his State Visit, the Indian Prime Minister is scheduled to hold bilateral discussions with Brazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva.
Briefing reporters on Sunday, India’s Ambassador to Brazil, Dinesh Bhatia, said that both sides are expected to sign four agreements or memorandums of understanding (MoUs). These will cover cooperation in renewable energy, counterterrorism, agricultural research between the Indian Council of Agricultural Research (ICAR) and Brazil’s Embrapa, and the exchange and mutual protection of confidential information.

A relationship rooted in shared values
India and Brazil share a multifaceted relationship which was elevated to a Strategic Partnership in 2006. The two countries also work closely in global and plurilateral forums such as BRICS, IBSA, G20, G-4, the International Solar Alliance and the Global Biofuel Alliance.
The bilateral relationship is underpinned by a shared vision for a just global order, democratic values and the commitment to foster economic growth with social inclusion.
Historically, the cultural exchanges between Brazil and India date back to the Portuguese colonial era. Indian cattle breeds like Gir and Kankrej, exported to Brazil in the early 20th century, have significantly contributed to Brazil’s dairy industry. The popularity of Brazilian television series such as Caminho das Indias has also enhanced India’s image in Brazilian popular culture.
Diplomatic relations were formally established in 1948, with embassies opened in the same year. India’s embassy shifted from Rio de Janeiro to Brasilia in 1971.

20/07/2025

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday said India and Brazil will work to expand cooperation in trade, clean energy, defence, Artificial Intelligence, and digital public infrastructure, underlining that both countries share a common vision for inclusive development and a people-centric approach to innovation.

Speaking at a joint press statement alongside Brazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva, PM Modi expressed his gratitude for being conferred with Brazil’s highest national honour — ‘The Grand Collar of the National Order of the Southern Cross’.

“Today, being honoured with Brazil’s highest national award by the President of Brazil is a moment of great pride and emotion not just for me, but for 140 crore Indians. I sincerely thank the President, the Brazilian government, and the people of Brazil for this honour,” PM Modi said.

Calling President Lula his “best friend” and “Chief Architect of the Strategic Partnership between India and Brazil,” the PM said every meeting with him has motivated him to work harder for the well-being of both nations. “I dedicate this honour to his strong commitment to India and to our enduring friendship,” he said.

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