PRAVASI BHARTIYA DIVAS
West Bengal all set to host first ever Pravasi Bhartiya Divas scheduled next January
West Bengal is preparing to host the inaugural Pravasi Bhartiya Divas Convention in January 2027. The event will take place in Kolkata from January 7 to January 9. Prime Minister Narendra Modi is set to inaugurate the convention, while President Droupadi Murmu will preside over the closing session. The convention aims to strengthen ties between the Indian diaspora and their roots in India.
Cognizant CEO meets Odisha CM, discusses development of firm's biggest campus in India
Cognizant CEO Ravi Kumar S met Odisha Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi to discuss developing the company's biggest campus in India in Bhubaneswar. The state government will allot land and support the project. Ravi Kumar S attended the Pravasi Bharatiya Divas convention and expressed confidence in the center's growth.
What you need to know about Pravasi Bharatiya Divas
On January 9, Prime Minister Narendra Modi will formally launch the Pravasi Bharatiya Divas - an annual event to mark the contribution of Indians living overseas. Earlier, on Sunday, MEA S Jaishankar and Madhya Pradesh CM Shivraj Singh Chouhan opened the event.
Pravasi Bharatiyas are 'brand ambassadors' of India on foreign soil: PM Modi
"I consider Pravasi Bharatiyas as brand ambassadors of India on foreign soil. Your role is diverse. You are the brand ambassador for yoga, Ayurveda, cottage industry, handicrafts and also millets," Modi said.
Six special flights for Indore during NRI convention, global investors' meet in Jan
Union Civil Aviation Minister Jyotiraditya Scindia on Saturday said six special flights will be operated for Indore during the Pravasi Bharatiya Divas convention and Global Investors Summit to be held next month.
Indian diaspora serves as living bridge connecting India to world: MoS MEA
The Pravasi Bharatiya Divas is celebrated to recognise the contribution of the overseas Indian community towards the growth and development of India. January 9 was chosen for PBD as it was on this day in 1915 that Mahatma Gandhi, the 'greatest Pravasi', returned to India from South Africa and led its freedom struggle.
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Development of COVID vaccines is major step for Aatma-Nirbhar Bharat Abhiyan: President Kovind
In response to the COVID-19 pandemic, members of the Indian diaspora in several countries came together in ensuring critical medical supplies, helping stranded students, caring for the elderly, raising funds and providing meals to the vulnerable, the President stated.
Railways to run 800 special trains for Kumbh Mela pilgrims
PRO NCR Amit Malviya said, "Six special trains will come to Allahabad from different railway zones of the country for pilgrims and tourists participating in the Kumbh Mela."
Pravasi Bhartiya Divas to provide opportunity to diaspora to participate in Kumbh Snan
The government is touting the event as the first of its kind as the participants will witness the cultural heritage of Varanasi and of Allahabad during the Kumbh Mela.
Government to reach out to NRIs for fund raising flagship schemes
The board meeting was attended by prominent Indians and NRIs including Yusuff Ali, Subhash Jindal, B K Agnihotri,Ashok Chowgule, Ritu Beri and Bindeshwar Pathak.
Pravasi Bhartiya Divas conference now every other year
The Pravasi Bhartiya Divas (PBD) conference, a programme to connect with the Indian diaspora, will be held biennially instead of every year.
Uttar Pradesh CM Akhilesh Yadav offers to host Pravasi Bhartiya Divas in Agra
"UP would like to host the 14th Pravasi Bhartiya Divas to be held in 2016. We will like to organise the event in Agra" Yadav wrote to the PM.
After Gujarat 'snub', UP to host own Pravasi Bhartiya Diwas
During the Pravasi Bhartiya Divas in Guj, the UP govt had put up posters and billboards at strategic locations there, inviting people to invest in UP.
Pravasi Bhartiya Divas: We want 'man ka rishta' with Indian diaspora, says Rajnath Singh
"Please don't feel that we are looking only at investments from you...it is not 'dhan ka rishta' that we are looking, but a 'man ka rishta'," Singh said.
Pravasi Bhartiya Divas: Home Minister Rajnath Singh to address the congregation tomorrow
Pravasi Bhartiya Divas is being held at Mahatma Mandir in Gandhinagar that marked the centenary of Mahatma Gandhi's return to the country from South Africa.
OIFC to hold 'Market Place Forum' during PBD events
In a bid to encourage greater investment from the Indian diaspora, Overseas Indian Facilitation Centre (OIFC) will hold the 9th 'Market Place Forum' from January 7-13 during Pravasi Bhartiya Divas celebrations.
Akhilesh Yadav to visit Ahmedabad as Gujarat administration removes posters
Akhilesh Yadav says he will personally go to Ahmedabad after the local administration removed some of the posters put up by the state inviting investors to come to UP.
Astronaut Sunita Williams to attend Pravasi Bharatiya Divas
Gujarat-origin US astronaut Sunita Williams is expected to attend the opening ceremony of Pravasi Bharatiya Divas (PBD) next month in Gandhinagar.
Solution to voting by NRIs without coming to India to be found: Sushma Swaraj
Chief Election Commissioner had said that Election Commission favours proxy voting and e-ballot for NRIs but not voting in Indian embassies abroad.
PM Modi to open Pravasi Bharatiya Divas, Vibrant Summit in January
In order to promote the event in Gujarat as well as in other states, road shows will be organised in the coming months.
Sydney to host regional Pravasi Bharatiya Divas
The seventh regional Pravasi Bhartiya Divas will be held in Sydney from November 10 to 12 with an aim to woo overseas investors.
Mauritius President among Pravasi awardees
Rajkeswur Purryag was also the Chief Guest at the three-day annual event that began on January 7 and concludes today.
President Pranab Mukherjee to address Pravasi Bhartiya Divas tomorrow
President Pranab Mukherjee will address the Pravasi Bhartiya Divas tomorrow in Kochi.
Government to highlight big-ticket reforms in Pravasi Bhartiya Divas
Government will highlight the big-ticket reform measures and policy initiatives to woo overseas Indian investors.
Pravasi Bharatiya Divas to be held in Kochi
Prime Minister Manmohan Singh will deliver the inaugural address of the PBD on Jan 8, 2013, while the new President will deliver the valedictory address on Jan 9.
Pravasi Bhartiya Divas failing to attract investment: Panel
A parliamentary committee today criticised the Ministry of Overseas Indian Affairs for failing to attract expertise and investment from the Indian diaspora abroad.
Trinidad & Tobago offers to host Pravasi Bhartiya Divas
Bissessar, the Chief Guest of the 10th Pravasi Bhartiya Divas here, said small countries like hers would benefit immensely from such events.
Govt to organise mini Pravasi Bhartiya Diwas in The Hague
In an effort to reach out to Indian diaspora in Europe and project opportunities in India, Government will organise next mini Pravasi Bhartiya Divas in The Hague, Netherlands, in September this year.
Voting rights for NRIs soon
The government may amend the Respresentation of People’s Act in the next session of Parliament.
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