Prime Minister Modi highlighted India's challenge of textile waste, citing a study where the nation ranks third globally. He praised cities like Panipat, Bengaluru, and Tirupur for their innovative approaches in textile recycling, tech solutions, and waste management. Efforts by startups and groups empowering ragpickers were also acknowledged.
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India and the EU are making significant progress in negotiations for a free trade agreement (FTA), according to commerce and industry minister Piyush Goyal. The two sides agreed to build a commercially meaningful trade agenda and work towards a mutually beneficial pact, ahead of the 10th round of talks.
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AAP staged a unique wedding procession without a groom, targeting BJP's delay in announcing its chief ministerial candidate for the upcoming elections. AAP leaders participated, with Sanjay Singh and Arvind Kejriwal highlighting the lack of leadership within BJP. This event followed Kejriwal's earlier claim that Ramesh Bidhuri was BJP's top contender, which Bidhuri denied.
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Rajya Sabha Chairman Jagdeep Dhankhar assured some women MPs that he will address their concerns regarding facilities in the new Parliament building, including clean toilets, availability of refreshments, seating arrangements, transportation, and an interactive space for members from both Houses. He promised that most issues would be resolved within 72 hours.
Türkiye is seeking increased flying rights to India to accommodate the growing number of Indian tourists and boost trade. The current bilaterals allow limited flights between the two countries. Enhanced connectivity is deemed essential due to rising travel demand and increased trade volume, which reached $12.5 billion in 2024.
The Indian Coast Guard Ship Sachet departed for Sudan on Friday, carrying over 2 tons of life-saving medicines, including anti-cancer drugs, according to the Ministry of External Affairs.
On January 10, the Tibet Support Group from Germany's Westerwald met in Dharamshala to discuss Tibetan struggles under Chinese repression with Kalon Dolma Gyari. They addressed the increasing restrictions in Tibet and support for Tibetan refugees. Planning for Flag Day 2025 was also shared.
External affairs minister S Jaishankar is carrying a personal letter from PM Modi for US President-elect Donald Trump. Jaishankar will attend Trump's inauguration as the 47th US President, marking Trump's return to power after a four-year gap. The swearing-in will include oaths administered by Supreme Court justices, followed by Trump's inaugural address.