GANGA Expressway: Prayagraj to Pratapgarh Section is Ready | Package 12 Progress Update
In this series of Ganga Expressway, we bring you latest update from Prayagraj and Pratapgarh districts.
Good news is that construction on main carriageway has been completed in both districts. Almost 60 kms of the expressway is fully ready in this stretch.
The Ganga Expressway, one of India’s longest and most ambitious expressway projects, is set to transform travel across Uttar Pradesh. Stretching from Meerut to Prayagraj, this 594 km, six-lane (expandable to eight lanes) expressway will drastically cut travel time, boost connectivity, and open new economic opportunities along the Ganga River corridor.
Route & Key Cities Covered
Construction Status & Latest Updates
Features, Interchanges, and Design
Benefits for Trade, Tourism & Agriculture
Environmental & Social Impact
Expected Completion Timeline
The Ganga Expressway is not just a road—it’s a futuristic infrastructure project designed to bring development closer to millions of people across Uttar Pradesh.
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India a Critical Strategic Partner in Indo-Pacific: Australian Foreign Minister on Firstpost | N18G
From the state of India–Australia ties to student safety and visa concerns, Firstpost Managing Editor Palki Sharma sits down with Australia’s Foreign Minister Penny Wong for a detailed conversation on trade negotiations, China, the Quad, and the broader strategic challenges now shaping the Indo-Pacific region.
From the state of India–Australia ties to student safety and visa concerns, Firstpost Managing Editor Palki Sharma sits down with Australia’s Foreign Minister Penny Wong for a detailed conversation on trade negotiations, China, the Quad, and the broader strategic challenges now shaping the Indo-Pacific region.
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Are We Ready for 2047? Sanjeev Sanyal on India’s Future & Big Challenges | OddCast Show
In this episode of #TheOddCastShow, we sit down with Sanjeev Sanyal ji, Economist & Historian, Member of Hon. Prime Minister Narendra Modiji's Economic Advisory Council for a deep dive into India’s future, reforms, history, and economic transformation.
From India’s maritime legacy to the strategic role of the military, from the urgency of judicial reform to the reality that India will soon age, Sanjeev Sanyal connects history, economics, policy, and civilisation in a way few can.
Watch now one of the most insightful conversations on India’s growth and destiny!
In this episode of #TheOddCastShow, we sit down with Sanjeev Sanyal ji, Economist & Historian, Member of Hon. Prime Minister Narendra Modiji's Economic Advisory Council for a deep dive into India’s future, reforms, history, and economic transformation.
From India’s maritime legacy to the strategic role of the military, from the urgency of judicial reform to the reality that India will soon age, Sanjeev Sanyal connects history, economics, policy, and civilisation in a way few can.
Watch now one of the most insightful conversations on India’s growth and destiny!
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PM Modi holds bilateral meeting with PM Anthony Albanese in Johannesburg | g20
Prime Ministers Narendra Modi and Anthony Albanese met for a bilateral meeting in Johannesburg, South Africa on the sidelines of g20summit and discussed various aspects of strengthening the India-Australia cooperation.
Prime Ministers Narendra Modi and Anthony Albanese met for a bilateral meeting in Johannesburg, South Africa on the sidelines of g20summit and discussed various aspects of strengthening the India-Australia cooperation.
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Narendra Modi
Upon reaching the G20 Summit venue in Johannesburg earlier today, thanked President Ramaphosa for the warm welcome and for organising this important Summit.
A very productive conversation with the Secretary General of the United Nations, Mr. António Guterres on the sidelines of the G20 Johannesburg Summit.
It was wonderful meeting Prime Minister Keir Starmer in Johannesburg. This year has brought new energy to the India–UK partnership and we will keep driving it forward across many domains.
A new trilateral technology and innovation partnership!
Had an excellent meeting with Mr. Anthony Albanese, PM of Australia and Mr. Mark Carney, PM of Canada on the sidelines of the G20 Summit in Johannesburg. We are delighted to announce an Australia-Canada-India Technology and Innovation (ACITI) Partnership today.
The initiative will deepen collaboration between democratic partners across three continents and three oceans in emerging technologies, support diversification of supply chains, clean energy and mass adoption of AI.
We look forward to working together to guarantee a better future for the coming generations!
Narendra Modi
It is always a delight to meet President Lula. India and Brazil will continue to work closely to boost trade and cultural linkages for the benefit of our people.
Had a wonderful meeting with President Mr. Lee Jae-myung of the Republic of Korea during the Johannesburg G20 Summit. This is our second meeting this year, indicative of the strong momentum in our Special Strategic Partnership. We exchanged perspectives to further deepen our economic and investment linkages.
Delighted to meet President Macron during the Johannesburg G20 Summit. We had an engaging exchange on different issues. India–France ties remain a force for global good!
Had a great exchange of views with Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim of Malaysia. India and Malaysia will continue to work together to diversify bilateral cooperation.
With fellow G20 leaders at the Johannesburg Summit.
Together, we reaffirm our shared commitment to global progress and prosperity.
Had a wonderful discussion with President João Manuel Gonçalves Lourenço of Angola, who is also the Chair of the African Union. Had the honour of welcoming him to Delhi earlier this year. India values the friendship with Angola and our nations are working closely to increase trade as well as cultural linkages.
A very productive conversation with PM Lawrence Wong of Singapore. The India-Singapore partnership remains a key driver of growth and stability.
Narendra Modi
The second session at the G20 Summit in Johannesburg focussed on building a resilient world in the face of disasters, climate change and ensuring energy transitions that are just as well as robust food systems. India has been actively working on all these fronts, building a future that is human centric and inclusive.
India believes that key global challenges can be solved with strong global cooperation. This is what made India establish the Disaster Risk Reduction Working Group during our G20 Presidency. When it comes to disaster resilience, the approach has to be development centric not only response centric.
Proposed the setting up of a G20 Open Satellite Data Partnership whereby satellite data and analysis from G20 space agencies can be made more accessible for countries of the Global South.
India is fully committed to sustainability and clean energy, which is why we propose a G20 Critical Minerals Circularity Initiative to promote recycling, urban mining, second-life batteries and related innovations.
One of the most adverse effects of climate change is on our agriculture sector, thus impacting food security. In this regard, highlighted how India is addressing these challenges through the world’s largest food security and nutrition support programme, the world’s largest health insurance scheme and crop insurance scheme. India is also at the forefront of promoting Shree Anna or millets which are nutritious.
Narendra Modi
PM Phạm Minh Chính of Vietnam and I met in Johannesburg. Our commitment to a stronger, future-oriented friendship between India and Vietnam remains steadfast.
It was wonderful to meet German Chancellor, Mr. Friedrich Merz. India's ties with Germany are robust, especially in areas such as trade, technology, innovation and more.
Interacted with Director-General of the World Trade Organization (WTO), Dr. Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala on the sidelines of the G20 Summit in Johannesburg.
Met Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed Ali of Ethiopia during the G20 Summit in Johannesburg. India and Ethiopia share a partnership rooted in history and strengthened by developmental cooperation. We will keep boosting ties in sectors like technology, skilling and more.
Interacted with Mr. Julius Maada Bio, the President of Sierra Leone. Together, our nations continue to strengthen a bilateral relationship that is people-focused, future-ready and rooted in enduring trust.
As always, a delight to meet Tulsi Bhai. India will always contribute towards building a healthier planet.
Narendra Modi
Upon reaching the G20 Summit venue in Johannesburg earlier today, thanked President Ramaphosa for the warm welcome and for organising this important Summit.
A very productive conversation with the Secretary General of the United Nations, Mr. António Guterres on the sidelines of the G20 Johannesburg Summit.
It was wonderful meeting Prime Minister Keir Starmer in Johannesburg. This year has brought new energy to the India–UK partnership and we will keep driving it forward across many domains.
A new trilateral technology and innovation partnership!
Had an excellent meeting with Mr. Anthony Albanese, PM of Australia and Mr. Mark Carney, PM of Canada on the sidelines of the G20 Summit in Johannesburg. We are delighted to announce an Australia-Canada-India Technology and Innovation (ACITI) Partnership today.
The initiative will deepen collaboration between democratic partners across three continents and three oceans in emerging technologies, support diversification of supply chains, clean energy and mass adoption of AI.
We look forward to working together to guarantee a better future for the coming generations!
Narendra Modi
It is always a delight to meet President Lula. India and Brazil will continue to work closely to boost trade and cultural linkages for the benefit of our people.
Had a wonderful meeting with President Mr. Lee Jae-myung of the Republic of Korea during the Johannesburg G20 Summit. This is our second meeting this year, indicative of the strong momentum in our Special Strategic Partnership. We exchanged perspectives to further deepen our economic and investment linkages.
Delighted to meet President Macron during the Johannesburg G20 Summit. We had an engaging exchange on different issues. India–France ties remain a force for global good!
Had a great exchange of views with Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim of Malaysia. India and Malaysia will continue to work together to diversify bilateral cooperation.
With fellow G20 leaders at the Johannesburg Summit.
Together, we reaffirm our shared commitment to global progress and prosperity.
Had a wonderful discussion with President João Manuel Gonçalves Lourenço of Angola, who is also the Chair of the African Union. Had the honour of welcoming him to Delhi earlier this year. India values the friendship with Angola and our nations are working closely to increase trade as well as cultural linkages.
A very productive conversation with PM Lawrence Wong of Singapore. The India-Singapore partnership remains a key driver of growth and stability.
Narendra Modi
The second session at the G20 Summit in Johannesburg focussed on building a resilient world in the face of disasters, climate change and ensuring energy transitions that are just as well as robust food systems. India has been actively working on all these fronts, building a future that is human centric and inclusive.
India believes that key global challenges can be solved with strong global cooperation. This is what made India establish the Disaster Risk Reduction Working Group during our G20 Presidency. When it comes to disaster resilience, the approach has to be development centric not only response centric.
Proposed the setting up of a G20 Open Satellite Data Partnership whereby satellite data and analysis from G20 space agencies can be made more accessible for countries of the Global South.
India is fully committed to sustainability and clean energy, which is why we propose a G20 Critical Minerals Circularity Initiative to promote recycling, urban mining, second-life batteries and related innovations.
One of the most adverse effects of climate change is on our agriculture sector, thus impacting food security. In this regard, highlighted how India is addressing these challenges through the world’s largest food security and nutrition support programme, the world’s largest health insurance scheme and crop insurance scheme. India is also at the forefront of promoting Shree Anna or millets which are nutritious.
Narendra Modi
PM Phạm Minh Chính of Vietnam and I met in Johannesburg. Our commitment to a stronger, future-oriented friendship between India and Vietnam remains steadfast.
It was wonderful to meet German Chancellor, Mr. Friedrich Merz. India's ties with Germany are robust, especially in areas such as trade, technology, innovation and more.
Interacted with Director-General of the World Trade Organization (WTO), Dr. Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala on the sidelines of the G20 Summit in Johannesburg.
Met Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed Ali of Ethiopia during the G20 Summit in Johannesburg. India and Ethiopia share a partnership rooted in history and strengthened by developmental cooperation. We will keep boosting ties in sectors like technology, skilling and more.
Interacted with Mr. Julius Maada Bio, the President of Sierra Leone. Together, our nations continue to strengthen a bilateral relationship that is people-focused, future-ready and rooted in enduring trust.
As always, a delight to meet Tulsi Bhai. India will always contribute towards building a healthier planet.
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Narendra Modi: "Friends, Bharat believes in the usage of Space Technology to benefit the whole of Humanity. So Bharat proposes G-20 Open Satellite Data partnership"
PM Modi’s G20 Remarks Capture World’s Attention, Emphasizing Cooperation And Progressive Initiatives
At the G20 summit, Prime Minister Narendra Modi delivered one of his most sweeping global pitches yet — urging world leaders to unite behind a new era of disaster resilience, climate action, and technological cooperation. From a first-of-its-kind Open Satellite Data Partnership to a Minerals Circulatory Initiative that could rewrite the rules of critical resource use, Modi warned that the world can no longer fight crises in silos. As agriculture, food security, and climate pressures intensify, his call for a unified G20 roadmap signals a major shift.
PM Modi’s G20 Remarks Capture World’s Attention, Emphasizing Cooperation And Progressive Initiatives
At the G20 summit, Prime Minister Narendra Modi delivered one of his most sweeping global pitches yet — urging world leaders to unite behind a new era of disaster resilience, climate action, and technological cooperation. From a first-of-its-kind Open Satellite Data Partnership to a Minerals Circulatory Initiative that could rewrite the rules of critical resource use, Modi warned that the world can no longer fight crises in silos. As agriculture, food security, and climate pressures intensify, his call for a unified G20 roadmap signals a major shift.
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Modi Sarkar just announced these 4 new Labour Codes — effective TODAY, 21 Nov 2025!
-29 old British-era laws → scrapped
-ONE NATION, ONE LABOUR LAW
-29 old British-era laws → scrapped
-ONE NATION, ONE LABOUR LAW
Example
CODE 4: OSH CODE
-Women can officially work night shifts in ALL sectors (with consent + cab + security).
-12-hour shifts allowed (4 days work, 3 days off—ask any IT slave if they want this). Sorry Narayana Murthy.
-Even 1-worker hazardous unit now under ESIC. No escape.
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AI video. But the content is almost correct.
“US Boycott Failed Modi’s Visit Saved Africa’s G20”
The 20th G20 Summit in South Africa was expected to be another global economic meeting — but it turned into a geopolitical showdown between India and the United States. When President Trump tried to isolate South Africa by boycotting the summit, Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s unexpected visit changed the entire global equation.
“US Boycott Failed Modi’s Visit Saved Africa’s G20”
The 20th G20 Summit in South Africa was expected to be another global economic meeting — but it turned into a geopolitical showdown between India and the United States. When President Trump tried to isolate South Africa by boycotting the summit, Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s unexpected visit changed the entire global equation.
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Grok says that above is true.We may have just fixed the biggest reason India was not viable for China+1 investments
The labour codes may look like nothing burger for businesses at the first glance, but there is one big change that should help with manufacturing and services FDI. Also a big W for Indian entrepreneurs in manufacturing.
The four labour codes remove criminal penalties (jail terms) for most minor and procedural offences and replace them with:
- Monetary penalties
- Compounding (pay-and-close)
- Digital compliance correction
- Inspector-cum-facilitator guidance
Only very serious violations (like causing death due to negligence) remain criminal.
This is a paradigm shift in India’s labour regulation.
Takes away a lot of bribe taking power from labour inspectors.
A lot of FDI went away to South East Asia because foreigners are wary of these criminal provisions.
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**Yes, the statement is true.**
India's four new labour codes—the Code on Wages (2019), Industrial Relations Code (2020), Code on Social Security (2020), and Occupational Safety, Health and Working Conditions Code (2020)—were implemented on November 21, 2025, consolidating 29 older laws. A key reform decriminalizes most minor and procedural offences, replacing jail terms with monetary fines and compounding options to encourage compliance over punishment. For instance:
- Offences like record-keeping lapses or first-time procedural violations now face fines (e.g., tens of thousands to lakhs of rupees) instead of imprisonment, with compounding at 50% of the maximum fine for minor cases.
- Serious or repeated offences may still carry jail terms, but the codes reduce criminal liability overall, shifting to civil penalties for non-wilful breaches.
This aligns with the government's goal of simplifying regulations while protecting workers.
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More on the new labour codes from Grok.
Detailed examples of decriminalized offences
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From Wionews.
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Detailed examples of decriminalized offences
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From Wionews.
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Labour Laws 2025: What penalties exist for non-compliance with the new labour code in India?
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The government has explicitly moved to decriminalise certain first-time, non-serious offences by allowing compounding (payment of a penalty) instead of imprisonment. However, repeat offences within a specified period cannot be compounded and can attract stiffer penalties, including prosecution. This aims to encourage compliance while retaining deterrence for persistent non-compliance.
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Implementation and enforcement are carried out by state authorities under the central Codes; states may notify rules and inspectors who can issue show-cause notices, stop-work or improvement notices, and levy penalties. Some state initiatives (for example new SOPs around internal complaints, ICCs) include fixed fines or licence risks for non-compliance, so employers must track both central Code obligations and state-level rules.
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PM Modi Holds High-Level Bilateral Talks with Japan & Italy | G20 Summit South Africa | News18
Prime Minister Narendra Modi conducted high-level bilateral meetings with his Japanese and Italian counterparts, discussing trade, investment, climate action, and global cooperation. These meetings underline India’s growing influence in international diplomacy and strategic partnerships.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi conducted high-level bilateral meetings with his Japanese and Italian counterparts, discussing trade, investment, climate action, and global cooperation. These meetings underline India’s growing influence in international diplomacy and strategic partnerships.
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The World’s Double Standards on India’s Rise
Great Power Games offers an incisive and panoramic account of a world order in flux — from the ashes of the Second World War to today’s fractured global landscape. For decades, the United States and its Western allies shaped the global system through treaties, institutions, and a carefully constructed rules-based order. That edifice, however, now shows deep cracks. Hot wars rage on multiple fronts, the West faces internal divisions, and America has retreated from the very frameworks it once created.
In this compelling narrative, Vikram Sood examines how nations pursue power — through covert operations, espionage, proxy wars, disinformation campaigns, and economic coercion. Tracing the arc from the Cold War’s shadow conflicts to the unipolar arrogance of post-Soviet America, he explores how the balance of power is once again shifting.
As China asserts its growing economic and military influence, and India emerges as a pivotal actor in global affairs, the old powers — the United States and Russia — remain locked in dangerous contests of ambition. The result, Sood argues, is a volatile multipolar world where the rules are being rewritten in real time.
Incisive, unsettling, and richly detailed, Great Power Games is both a masterful history of global geopolitics and a timely reflection on the uncertain future ahead.
Speakers:
Vikram Sood, Author, Great Power Games
Smriti Irani, Former Cabinet Minister, India
Baijayant Jay Panda, National Vice President, BJP
Gautam Chikermane, Vice President, Observer Research Foundation,, India
Sanjeev Sanyal, Member, Economic Advisory Council to the Prime Minister, India
Great Power Games offers an incisive and panoramic account of a world order in flux — from the ashes of the Second World War to today’s fractured global landscape. For decades, the United States and its Western allies shaped the global system through treaties, institutions, and a carefully constructed rules-based order. That edifice, however, now shows deep cracks. Hot wars rage on multiple fronts, the West faces internal divisions, and America has retreated from the very frameworks it once created.
In this compelling narrative, Vikram Sood examines how nations pursue power — through covert operations, espionage, proxy wars, disinformation campaigns, and economic coercion. Tracing the arc from the Cold War’s shadow conflicts to the unipolar arrogance of post-Soviet America, he explores how the balance of power is once again shifting.
As China asserts its growing economic and military influence, and India emerges as a pivotal actor in global affairs, the old powers — the United States and Russia — remain locked in dangerous contests of ambition. The result, Sood argues, is a volatile multipolar world where the rules are being rewritten in real time.
Incisive, unsettling, and richly detailed, Great Power Games is both a masterful history of global geopolitics and a timely reflection on the uncertain future ahead.
Speakers:
Vikram Sood, Author, Great Power Games
Smriti Irani, Former Cabinet Minister, India
Baijayant Jay Panda, National Vice President, BJP
Gautam Chikermane, Vice President, Observer Research Foundation,, India
Sanjeev Sanyal, Member, Economic Advisory Council to the Prime Minister, India
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Modiji is cracking jokes it seems. SA delegation is having a great time.
BIG moments at G20 Summit in Johannesburg, South Africa
PM Modi’s visit for the G20 Summit in Johannesburg, South Africa, showcased India’s leadership on global challenges, from sustainability and digital innovation to Global South cooperation. During the Summit, the PM also held bilateral meetings with various world leaders.
BIG moments at G20 Summit in Johannesburg, South Africa
PM Modi’s visit for the G20 Summit in Johannesburg, South Africa, showcased India’s leadership on global challenges, from sustainability and digital innovation to Global South cooperation. During the Summit, the PM also held bilateral meetings with various world leaders.
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Another BIG SCAM has come to light in Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Shrine Board–run Hospital at Katra,Reasi Jammu
Media Reports indicate crores of losses being borne by the Shrine Board, while the partnering company enjoys 100% profit which is a clear misuse & siphoning off the Donation funds offered by Hindu devotees at the Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Temple.
This is beyond disgusting. LG & Shrine Board needs to answer & come clean on this
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Another BIG SCAM has come to light in Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Shrine Board–run Hospital at Katra,Reasi Jammu
Media Reports indicate crores of losses being borne by the Shrine Board, while the partnering company enjoys 100% profit which is a clear misuse & siphoning off the Donation funds offered by Hindu devotees at the Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Temple.
This is beyond disgusting. LG & Shrine Board needs to answer & come clean on this
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@rupen_chowdhury
Long awaited but time is changing !!
@rupen_chowdhury
Long awaited but time is changing !!
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India Pushes Gita Diplomacy Worldwide As Jaishankar Highlights Kurukshetra Mahotsav’s Growing Reach
India has launched one of its biggest cultural diplomacy missions yet, and External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar is leading it from the front. Speaking at the International Gita Mahotsav in Kurukshetra, he announced that more than 50 Indian missions across the world are hosting parallel celebrations to take the message of the Bhagavad Gita global. The festival, now a growing international movement, showcases India’s civilizational depth and the modern relevance of Lord Krishna’s teachings. With exhibitions, translated editions, cultural programs, and foreign scholars joining worldwide, the Gita Mahotsav is becoming a platform for unity, harmony, and shared values. As Kurukshetra prepares for massive participation and PM Modi’s visit, India is sending a clear message: the world’s oldest philosophies still shape the world’s newest power.
India has launched one of its biggest cultural diplomacy missions yet, and External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar is leading it from the front. Speaking at the International Gita Mahotsav in Kurukshetra, he announced that more than 50 Indian missions across the world are hosting parallel celebrations to take the message of the Bhagavad Gita global. The festival, now a growing international movement, showcases India’s civilizational depth and the modern relevance of Lord Krishna’s teachings. With exhibitions, translated editions, cultural programs, and foreign scholars joining worldwide, the Gita Mahotsav is becoming a platform for unity, harmony, and shared values. As Kurukshetra prepares for massive participation and PM Modi’s visit, India is sending a clear message: the world’s oldest philosophies still shape the world’s newest power.