India-France Trade Target 15 Billion Euros

     Vice President M. Venkaiah Naidu said that to achieve the target of 15 billion Euros by 2022, the pace of bilateral trade needs to be increased manifold. Describing the strategic partnership between India and France as an important pillar of India's foreign policy, 

 

   He said that India and France can serve as precursors to peace and stability. India and France should work closely as a precursor to peace and stability. Climate Change: 

  India is committed to achieving the Paris Agreement goals in advance, and held talks with a delegation of French MPs. Talking in Delhi today with the delegation of French MPs headed by the Standing Committee on Economic Affairs and the Senate Ms. Sophie Primas, Mr. Naidu called for closer cooperation in India and France to promote peace and harmony in the world . 

  Shri Naidu said that India always believes in peaceful co-existence with all countries including its neighbors. We do not want anyone to interfere in the internal affairs of our country nor do we want to interfere in the affairs of other countries themselves. 

  The Vice President said that India attaches great importance to its partnership with France in defense cooperation, maritime security, counter-terrorism, space cooperation, economic partnership and other areas. Given this, he suggested the establishment of the Indo-French Parliamentary Friendship Group to promote closer relations between the two countries. 

  He expressed his happiness about France's decision to partner with India under the SmartCity initiative and said that India's development requires huge investment in urban renewal and clean energy. Calling for greater trade, technology and capital flows between the two countries, 

   Mr. Naidu said that climate change is a matter of confidence for the Government of India, reaffirming India's commitment to the Paris Agreement. He said that India is on track to achieve the goals of this agreement. 

  He particularly praised France for organizing a 'One Planit Summit' in this regard. Mr. Naidu recalled his visit to France during the centenary year celebrations of the First World War ceasefire treaty held in November 2018. He said that he had inaugurated the first Indian War Memorial in Villars Guislain in memory of the more than 9,000 Indian heroes who sacrificed themselves in this war. Referring to the long-term and multi-faceted space cooperation between India and France through ISRO and CNES, Mr. Naidu said, "We are committed to taking this cooperation further."

Logistics Cooperation to Indo-Korean Navy

   Defense Minister Rajnath Singh held talks with National Defense Minister Jeong Kyongdu of the Republic of Korea in Seoul on the second day of his three-day visit to the Republic of Korea. 

   In the talks, the two leaders comprehensively reviewed bilateral defense cooperation. The two leaders said that the basic basis of defense cooperation between India and the Republic of Korea is special strategic partnership. 

  The two leaders discussed the continued cooperation at the military level and the possibilities of increasing cooperation between the defense industries of India and Korea. 

  The two Ministers exchanged views on regional and international topics of mutual interest. Two major agreements were signed to strengthen defense educational exchanges and to increase logistic cooperation to each other's navy. 

   These agreements will increase defense cooperation between the two countries. Rajnath Singh paid tribute to the soldiers who laid down their lives at the national mausoleum site of Korea. 
  The defense minister also visited the war memorial, where he presented a copy of the citation he received for his extraordinary contribution to the Indian 60th Para Fields Hospital during the Korean War.

Danger Bells for The World !

   Greenland received record heat this year, causing heavy snow melt. It is reported that NASA scientists say that by the year 2100, three to four feet of water in the seas can rise from melting snow in Greenland alone. 

 

  This much water will be enough to submerge many parts of the world. According to experts, American oceanographer David Holland is putting some equipment there to monitor the movement of ice in Greenland. 

  According to experts, he says, we are seeing a change in our part of the ice sheet. In the north and also in the south. We are collecting scientific evidence associated with this problem. 

  It is reported that it is expected that they will be used and policies of manner will be made and decisions of manner will be made. The ice on which Holland and his partner Brian are putting the equipment is thousands of years old. But given the way the heat has been recorded in Greenland this year, this snow may not survive in the next one or two years. This will increase water in the sea around the world.
   Scientists estimate that up to 440 billion metric tons of ice may melt in Greenland by the end of the summer season this year. This will create so much water that a country like Greece is submerged in one foot of water. Obviously, the situation in Greenland, the world's largest island, is changing rapidly. 

   According to experts, the glaciers are shrinking and the sea level is rising. Holland calls it the end of the world. He refers to the future more than geography. 

  According to experts, a future that will be hotter than now, which will have more water than now. It is reported that Holland has reported that since 2005 the glacier in the Hellheim area in Greenland has been reduced by more than ten kilometers. Scientists say that August 1, 2019 was the date when the highest snow melt in Greenland in a single day. 12.5 billion tonnes of snow became water in this one day.

100 Million Records in Interpol's Database

    Interpol General Secretary Jurgen Stock informed Union Home Minister Amit Shah of Interpol's database. Which has 100 million records, secure global data communication channels (X-24/7) and other equipment. 

 

   Through which Interpol is assisting law enforcement agencies worldwide. He said that Indian law enforcement agencies could make extensive use of Interpol's tools and databases, especially at border control points. 

  Mr. Stock also assured to increase operational cooperation. Interpol Secretary General Jurgen Stock met Union Home Minister Amit Shah in New Delhi. He thanked Mr. Shah for the commitment and cooperation expressed and assured Interpol's possible support in the fight against terror. He said that Interpol is paying special attention to terrorism, organized and emerging crimes and cyber crimes.
   During the meeting, Mr. Shah proposed to host the Interpol General Assembly in New Delhi as part of the celebrations of the 75th anniversary of Indian independence in 2022. He expressed India's desire to become a regional center of Interpol Global Academy by providing infrastructure with assistance. In a conversation with Mr. Stock, the Home Minister emphasized Prime Minister Narendra Modi's zero tolerance approach on drug trafficking, international terrorism, dirty money and money laundering. 

   He called on Interpol to prioritize fighting over these threats. Mr. Shah stressed the urgent need to formulate a long-term strategic action plan to fight these threats not only in the Asian region but around the world. Mr. Shah said that Indian intelligence and investigative agencies have gained rich and varied experiences in their decades-old fight against terrorism. Interpol is welcomed to actively collaborate with Indian law enforcement agencies to make the best use of this expertise. 

   He also referred to recent amendments to UAPA. The Home Minister expressed concern about the delay in publication of the Red Notice and stressed the need for prior consultation to ensure early publication of the Red Notice. He said that with such cooperation, India will be able to chase fast-fugitive economic criminals and terrorists.

Strategic Partnership Between India and Singapore

   Singapore's Home and Law Minister K.K. Shanmugam met Union Home Minister Amit Shah in New Delhi today. 

 

   The two leaders discussed bilateral and regional issues of mutual interest during the meeting. Union Home Minister Amit Shah said that India-Singapore relations are based on shared values ​​and attitudes, economic opportunities and mutual interests on key issues. 

   He said that after Prime Minister Narendra Modi's visit to Singapore last year, there has been a new momentum in the strategic partnership between the two countries. Home Minister Shanmugam also emphasized how much Singapore values ​​its relations with India. 

  The two leaders exchanged views and concerns on the challenges posed by terrorism and extremism. 

  The two leaders agreed to strengthen the existing bilateral institutional mechanism on security issues. Both sides also agreed to enhance cooperation in combating international organized crime, including drug trafficking and economic crimes. Singapore Minister K.K. Shanmugam invited Amit Shah to visit Singapore.

100 Percent FDI in Coal Mining

   The decision of 100 per cent FDI (FDI) under automatic route for coal mining activities including related processing, infrastructure in the coal sector is the biggest improvement of the Modi government. Which will help in providing electricity round the clock to all. 

 

   Union Parliamentary Affairs, Coal and Mines Minister Prahlad Joshi said, 100 percent FDI is the biggest improvement of our times. The arrival of international companies will create an efficient and competitive coal market in India. 

  It is expected that the country will have state-of-the-art coal mining technology which will help in ensuring environmentally sustainable mining. This decision will also create direct and indirect employment in coal-fired areas and will have a positive impact on the economic development of these areas. 

   He said that this improvement is likely to help the states with coal reserves to get more revenue. Along with this, many more companies are expected to come in to create an efficient and competitive coal market. Describing the move as part of ensuring 'ease of doing business', 

   He said it would give a new impetus to the growth of the economy. Shri Joshi reiterated that this step will also pave the way for energy security in the country as 70 percent of electricity in India is generated from thermal power plants.

Able to resolve India Kashmir: Donald Trump

  On the sidelines of a meeting of the G7 countries in Biarits, France, Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi and US President Donald Trump have met. 

 

  The Prime Minister arrived at Bierits on a special invitation from the French President. It is reported that during this meeting in Beirits, France, Trump said that India and Pakistan can find a solution to the Kashmir issue on their own, but if they need any, they are present for it. 

  It is reported that during this time when the Prime Minister of India was asked if he wanted to mediate on the issue of Kashmir with Donald Trump, he replied that all the issues between India and Pakistan are archipelagic, so we can do it for any world Do not bother the country. 

  It is reported that Prime Minister Modi also said, we are confident that India and Pakistan, which were the same before 1947, can discuss all the issues among themselves and resolve them together.

  A few days ago, Donald Trump spoke of mediating between India and Pakistan on the Kashmir issue. On which India protested. During the talks between the two countries in Biyaritz, he said, "We talked about Kashmir last night, the Prime Minister really believes it is under his control." They are talking to Pakistan and I am sure that they will do something which will be very good.