To boost India’s position in the field of sustainable development and renewable energy, Union Minister of New and Renewable Energy, Pralhad Joshi, will embark on a three-day tour to Germany from October 6, the government said on Saturday.
The minister is set to attend the ‘Hamburg Sustainability Conference’ from October 7-8, and will hold a series of bilateral meetings to boost cooperation in sustainable development, Green Hydrogen, low-cost finance and renewable energy value chain components.
According to the Ministry of New and Renewable Energy, the visit will elevate India-Germany relations to create business opportunities and accelerate the expansion of renewable energy in India and worldwide.
The visit will also underscore India’s commitment to sustainable development and renewable energy, fostering international partnerships to address global challenges, the ministry added.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi has laid special emphasis on the India-Germany bilateral relations. The Inter-Governmental Consultations between the leaders of India and Germany is scheduled in the country this month.
The country had achieved its nationally determined contribution (NDC) target of 40 per cent cumulative electric power installed capacity from non-fossil fuel-based energy sources by 2030 in 2021 itself, nine years ahead of schedule.
India is on track to meet its NDC goal of achieving 50 per cent cumulative electric power installed capacity from non-fossil fuel sources by 2030.
The Union Cabinet, chaired by PM Modi, has approved India to join the International Energy Efficiency Hub by signing the Letter of Intent, as the country aims to achieve net-zero carbon emissions by 2070, focusing on renewable energy expansion, and plans to reach 500 GW of non-fossil fuel energy capacity by 2030.
The International Energy Efficiency Hub is a global platform dedicated to fostering collaboration and promoting energy efficiency worldwide. The move solidifies India's commitment to sustainable development and aligns with its efforts to reduce greenhouse gas emissions, a Cabinet communique said.
Union Minister Prahlad Joshi asks FCI officials in Agartala to ensure efficient food storage; reviews implementation of Central schemes in Tripura
The Union Minister for Consumer Affairs, food and Public distribution and new and renewable energy Prahlad Joshi, who landed here at Agartala on a two-day visit to Tripura on Saturday chaired a review meeting to check the implementation of the Central government schemes.
Minister Sushanta Chowdhury rubbishes Manik Sarkar’s remark on Promo fest, says Left front fails to promote Tripura tourism
Reacting sharply on the remarks of the former Chief Minister Manik Sarkar over the Tripura tourism’s promo fest held recently across the state, the state tourism minister Sushanta Chowdhury on Saturday said that the previous Left front government had failed to promote the Tripura tourism.
CM stresses need to stock rare blood groups, urges awareness on blood donation
Chief Minister Prof. Dr. Manik Saha today emphasized the need to store negative blood groups in blood banks and stressed the importance of creating awareness about blood donation.
PM Modi to address first Parivartan Rally on Dec 29 ahead of Delhi polls
The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) will kickstart its poll campaign for the upcoming Delhi Assembly elections, with Prime Minister Narendra Modi addressing his first Parivartan Rally on December 29 in Rohini.
PM Modi condoles Bathinda bus accident, announces ex-gratia of Rs 2 lakh to kin of deceased victims
Prime Minister Narendra Modi offered his condolences to the families of all the eight persons who lost their lives in a tragic bus accident in Bathinda, Punjab.
Home Minister Amit Shah lauds ITBP personnel for protecting border areas
Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Friday night praised the Indo-Tibetan Border Police (ITBP) personnel for safeguarding the border areas in challenging and difficult terrains and climates across the country.
Manipur: Assam Rifles provides training to over 600 to empower jobless individuals
Demonstrating its dauntless commitment towards empowering youths in violence-hit Manipur, the Assam Rifles has provided training to 660 men and women this year to upgrade their skills in various trades, officials said on Friday.
‘Outstanding statesman’: Putin mourns demise of Manmohan Singh
Russian President Vladimir Putin on Friday mourned the demise of former Prime Minister Dr Manmohan Singh, describing him as an “outstanding statesman”.