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India Gazette
08-06-2025
- Business
- India Gazette
Nepal: Foundation stone laid for hostel, canteen block of school in Mustang to be built with India's assistance
Kathmandu [Nepal], June 8 (ANI): The foundation stone for the construction of a hostel building and canteen block for Shree Dibya Deep Secondary School at Lomanthang Rural Municipality in Nepal's Mustang to be built under Indian aid was laid on Sunday. As per a release from the Indian Embassy in Kathmandu, the foundation stone was jointly laid by Prasanna Shrivastava, Deputy Chief of Mission, Embassy of India, Kathmandu and Tasi Nharbu Gurung, Chairman, Lomanthang Rural Municipality, Mustang. 'The hostel building and canteen block for Shree Dibya Deep Secondary School is being built with the Government of India's financial assistance at the project cost of NRs. 37.60 million under 'Nepal-India Development Cooperation',' the Indian Embassy in Nepal stated in a release. The Government of India's grant under 'Nepal-India Development Cooperation' is being utilised for the construction of a hostel building with a toilet, bathrooms, a kitchen block with a dining hall, rest rooms and other allied facilities, according to the release. The project is being taken up as a High Impact Community Development Project (HICDP) and is being implemented through Lomanthang Rural Municipality, Mustang. Shree Dibya Deep Secondary School is the only high school in Upper Mustang. It caters to children living in Loghekar Damodar Kunda Rural Municipality and Lomanthang Rural Municipality. The school seeks to provide quality education through experienced and motivated teachers, according to the release. On the occasion, Prasanna Shrivastava, Deputy Chief of Mission, Embassy of India in Nepal, expressed happiness over 'the growth, expansion and diversification of India-Nepal development partnership over the years.' He reiterated the Government of India's commitment towards further deepening and strengthening this partnership-based on the priorities of the Government and people of Nepal. The Chairman, Lomanthang Rural Municipality, Mustang, political representatives, Chairperson, School Management and other stakeholders appreciated the developmental support being provided by the Indian government to the people of Nepal. They expressed confidence that the infrastructure being created would help create a better learning environment for the students of Shree Dibya Deep Secondary School in Mustang. As part of his ongoing visit to Mustang, the Deputy Chief of Mission also visited the Lowo Nyiphug Namdrol Norbuling Monastic School in Lomanthang, Mustang. The dormitory building of this Monastic School is currently being built with the Government of India's financial assistance at a project cost of NRs. 41.40 million as an HICDP. Since 2003, the Government of India has undertaken 573 HICDPs in Nepal in various sectors, including education, health, road and bridges, river training, drinking water, electrification, agriculture, culture and social welfare. These projects are spread across the seven provinces of Nepal. Out of 573 projects, 59 projects are in Gandaki Province, including 17 projects in Mustang. In addition to these, the Government of India has also gifted 1009 ambulances and 300 school buses to various hospitals, health posts and educational institutions in Nepal to date. Out of these, 119 ambulances and 40 school buses have been gifted to various institutions in Gandaki province, including 11 ambulances and five school buses in Mustang. These vehicles are helping enhance accessibility to education and health services in the region. In a press release, the Indian Embassy in Nepal stated, 'As close neighbours, India and Nepal are engaged in wide-ranging and multi-sectoral cooperation. The implementation of HICDPs reflects the continued support of the Government of India in bolstering the efforts of the Government of Nepal in the growth and development of its people by augmenting infrastructure in priority sectors.' (ANI)
India Gazette
31-05-2025
- General
- India Gazette
India hands over newly constructed building in Accham District of Far-Western Nepal
Kathmandu [Nepal], May 31 (ANI): The Indian Embassy in Kathmandu handed over the school building for Shree Mahendra Secondary School, Sanfebagar Municipality, Achham District. As per the release from the Embassy, the school building was formally handed over on Saturday jointly by Lalit Bahadur Kunwar, Chief, District Coordination Committee, Achham; Rajendra Bahadur Kunwar, Mayor, Sanfebagar Municipality and Suman Shekhar, First Secretary, Embassy of India, Kathmandu to the Management of Shree Mahendra Secondary School, Achham. 'School Building of Shree Mahendra Secondary School has been built with Government of India's financial assistance at the project cost of NRs 32.40 million under 'Nepal-India Development Cooperation',' the release stated. For the construction of building the Government of India's grant under 'Nepal-India Development Cooperation' has been utilized for the construction of the school building comprising class rooms, laboratory, computer room, staff room, administration section, principal's room, library, accounts section and toilets for boys and girls. The grant has also been utilized for the procurement of furniture and computers. 'The project was taken up as a High Impact Community Development Project (HICDP) and was implemented through DCC Achham,' the release further stated. Shree Mahendra Secondary School was established in the year 1960 as a Secondary School and subsequently upgraded to Higher Secondary school. The school runs classes from Nursery to 12th Standard. The school has a strength of more than 400 students, out of which 65% are girls. DCC Achham; Mayor, Sanfebagar Municipality, Achham; Chairperson, School Management and other stakeholders appreciated the developmental support being provided by the Government of India to the people of Nepal. They expressed confidence that the new infrastructure would help provide better education facilities to the students of Mahendra Secondary School, Achham. 'It would also help enhance the overall learning environment and contribute to the development of the education sector of the region,' the release mentioned. Since 2003, India has taken up over 573 HICDPs in Nepal in various sectors and has completed 495 projects. Amongst these, 43 projects are located in Sudurpashchim Province including Shree Mahendra Secondary School in Achham. In addition to these, Government of India has gifted 1,009 ambulances and 300 school buses to various hospitals, health posts and educational institutions in Nepal. Amongst these,70 ambulances and 27 school buses have been gifted in Sudurpashchim Province. Out of these, six ambulances were gifted in Achham. As close neighbours, India and Nepal are engaged in wide-ranging and multi-sectoral cooperation. The implementation of HICDPs reflects the continued support of India in bolstering the efforts of Nepal in the growth and development of its people by augmenting infrastructure in priority sectors. Political representatives, government officials, social workers and teachers of the school, students and their parents were also present on this occasion. (ANI)
India.com
19-05-2025
- Business
- India.com
Shock for Turkey and Pakistan as India signs 13 agreements with prominent Muslim country, it is..., not UAE, Saudi Arabia, Qatar
(Image: X/@MoFAmv) New Delhi: After military conflict and the resulting tensions with Pakistan, India is taking a series of tough decisions against Turkey, Azerbaijan, and Bangladesh. However, in the meantime, the Indian government has made a significant agreement with an important Muslim country. The government has signed 13 memorandums of understanding (MoUs) with the Maldives. These include projects for enhancing ferry services, expanding maritime connectivity, and improving community livelihoods with a grant of 100 million Maldivian rupees. The MoUs were signed on Sunday, May 18 and they pertain to projects being implemented under the Indian grant assistance scheme – High Impact Community Development Project (HICDP) Phase-3. The Maldives Foreign Ministry stated in a press release that the signing ceremony was held at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, marking another milestone in the continuously strengthening partnership between the two countries. The total grant amount for the 13 projects launched under this phase is 100 million Maldivian Rufiyaa (approximately 550 million Indian Rupees). The High Commission of India in Maldives posted on X, 'India and Maldives signed 13 memorandums of understanding on May 18 to enhance ferry services in Maldives with a grant of 100 million Maldivian Rufiyaa under HICDP 3. India is pleased to partner with the Government of Maldives to enhance maritime connectivity for the people of Maldives.' 13 MoUs signed under the HICDP Phase III b/w Maldives and India, supported by generous grant assistance of MVR 100 million. These will enhance Ferry services, for an equitable development across Maldives. A testament to the growing partnership b/w🇲🇻&🇮🇳 @MEAIndia@HCIMaldives — Ministry of Foreign Affairs 🇲🇻 (@MoFAmv) May 18, 2025 MoUs signed between the Maldives and India to implement thirteen projects under High Impact Community Development Scheme Phase III 📃 Press Release | — Ministry of Foreign Affairs 🇲🇻 (@MoFAmv) May 18, 2025 On behalf of the Government of Maldives, Foreign Minister Abdullah Khaleel and Indian High Commissioner to Maldives G. Balasubramaniam signed the memorandums. It is worth mentioning that last year, relations between India and Maldives soured when a Maldivian minister made comments against PM Modi. Subsequently, Indians boycotted Maldivian tourism. However, later the Maldivian government responded to the entire matter by apologizing.
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First Post
19-05-2025
- Business
- First Post
India inks 13 MoUs with Maldives under grant assistance, Male says ‘grateful for continued support'
India has signed 13 MoUs with the Maldives to enhance ferry services with an MVR 100 million grant, expanding maritime connectivity and uplifting community livelihood. read more India has signed 13 Memorandums of Understanding (MoUs) with the Maldives to enhance ferry services. (Photo: Daily Pioneer) India has signed 13 MoUs with the Maldives for enhancing ferry services in the island nation with an MVR 100 million grant, expanding maritime connectivity and uplifting community livelihoods. The MoUs signed on Sunday are for projects to be implemented under the Indian grant assistance scheme—High Impact Community Development Project (HICDP) Phase III. The signing ceremony took place at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, marking another milestone in the ever-strengthening partnership between the two countries, the Maldives' Ministry of Foreign Affairs said in a statement. STORY CONTINUES BELOW THIS AD The 13 projects launched under this phase amount to a total grant of MVR 100 million (about Rs 55,28,47,552), primarily aimed at enhancing ferry services in the Maldives, expanding connectivity, and uplifting community livelihoods, it said. 'Forging ties with Community Development. On May 18, India and the Maldives signed 13 MoUs for enhancing ferry services in the Maldives with an MVR 100 mn grant under HICDP III. India is happy to partner with GoM in enhancing maritime connectivity, a lifeline for the people of the Maldives,' the High Commission of India in the Maldives posted on X. The MoUs were signed by Abdulla Khaleel, Minister of Foreign Affairs, on behalf of the Maldivian government, and G Balasubramanian, the High Commissioner of India to the Maldives. Mohamed Ameen, Minister of Transport and Civil Aviation, signed on behalf of the implementing agency. During the ceremony, Khaleel emphasised that India's assistance has always been meaningful, purposeful, and aligned with the needs of the Maldivian people, reflecting the enduring bond between the two countries. He highlighted that the projects launched are more than just infrastructural developments—they are lifelines to communities, designed to address local needs and bring lasting socio-economic benefits. STORY CONTINUES BELOW THIS AD He further expressed confidence that the successful implementation of these projects would pave the way for even greater cooperation and shared progress, underscoring the spirit of friendship that defines Maldives-India relations. 'Pleased to launch 13 new projects today under India's grant assistance for High Impact Community Development Project (HICDP) Phase III. These projects go beyond infrastructure. They are lifelines for communities, creating pathways to opportunities, solving local challenges, and supporting lasting socio-economic progress. I thank the Government and people of India for the generous support,' Khaleel posted on X. Ameen, speaking on the project, highlighted the rapid progress in establishing a nationwide high-speed ferry network, now connecting 81 islands across 9 atolls. He noted that the MoUs signed today with India will further expand these services, reinforcing the strong bilateral ties between the two countries. Although initially scheduled for completion in 2027, the project is now expected to be finalised by the end of this year. STORY CONTINUES BELOW THIS AD Both ministers expressed gratitude to the Government of India for its generous support, highlighting its transformative impact on Maldivian communities. The announcement of Phase III of the HICDP scheme was made during the state visit to India by President Mohamed Muizzu last October. 'This milestone supports President Dr @MMuizzu's vision to strengthen our national transport network by year-end. Grateful for India's continued support,' Ameen posted on X. (Except headline, this story has not been edited by Firstpost staff)
The Hindu
19-05-2025
- Business
- The Hindu
India, Maldives sign 13 MoUs to implement projects under Indian grant assistance
India has signed 13 MoUs with the Maldives for enhancing ferry services in the island nation with an MVR 100 million grant, expanding maritime connectivity and uplifting community livelihoods. The MoUs signed on Sunday (May 18, 2025) are for projects to be implemented under the Indian grant assistance scheme — High Impact Community Development Project (HICDP) Phase III. The signing ceremony took place at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, marking another milestone in the ever-strengthening partnership between the two countries, the Maldives' Ministry of Foreign Affairs said in a statement. The 13 projects launched under this phase amount to a total grant of MVR 100 million (about ₹55,28,47,552), primarily aimed at enhancing ferry services in the Maldives, expanding connectivity, and uplifting community livelihoods, it said. "Forging ties with Community Development. On May 18, India and the Maldives signed 13 MoUs for enhancing ferry services in the Maldives with an MVR 100 mn grant under HICDP III. India is happy to partner with GoM in enhancing maritime connectivity, a lifeline for the people of the Maldives," the High Commission of India in the Maldives posted on X. The MoUs were signed by Abdulla Khaleel, Minister of Foreign Affairs, on behalf of the Maldivian government, and G Balasubramanian, the High Commissioner of India to the Maldives. Mohamed Ameen, Minister of Transport and Civil Aviation, signed on behalf of the implementing agency. During the ceremony, Mr. Khaleel emphasised that India's assistance has always been meaningful, purposeful, and aligned with the needs of the Maldivian people, reflecting the enduring bond between the two countries. He highlighted that the projects launched are more than just infrastructural developments — they are lifelines to communities, designed to address local needs and bring lasting socio-economic benefits. He further expressed confidence that the successful implementation of these projects would pave the way for even greater cooperation and shared progress, underscoring the spirit of friendship that defines Maldives-India relations. "Pleased to launch 13 new projects today under India's grant assistance for High Impact Community Development Project (HICDP) Phase III. These projects go beyond infrastructure. They are lifelines for communities, creating pathways to opportunities, solving local challenges, and supporting lasting socio-economic progress. I thank the Government and people of India for the generous support," Mr. Khaleel posted on X. Mr. Ameen, speaking on the project, highlighted the rapid progress in establishing a nationwide high-speed ferry network, now connecting 81 islands across 9 atolls. He noted that the MoUs signed today with India will further expand these services, reinforcing the strong bilateral ties between the two countries. Although initially scheduled for completion in 2027, the project is now expected to be finalised by the end of this year. Both ministers expressed gratitude to the Government of India for its generous support, highlighting its transformative impact on Maldivian communities. The announcement of Phase III of the HICDP scheme was made during the state visit to India by President Mohamed Muizzu last October. "This milestone supports President Dr @MMuizzu's vision to strengthen our national transport network by year-end. Grateful for India's continued support," Mr. Ameen posted on X.
