Minister Mandaviya urges investors to explore Gujarat’s opportunities in green hydrogen

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New Delhi, Aug 31 (IANS) Union Minister Mansukh Mandaviya on Monday urged investors to examine emerging opportunities in green hydrogen, hydrogen storage, data centres and semiconductors in Gujarat, saying the state’s long-standing business culture and ability to adapt to economic changes had strengthened its position as an investment destination.

Addressing the curtain-raiser of the Vibrant Gujarat Global Summit (VGGS) 2027 at Bharat Mandapam in New Delhi, Mandaviya said entrepreneurship and business were deeply rooted in Gujarat’s culture and that the state’s history had long been linked with trade and international commerce.

He traced this tradition from the Lothal era to the present, saying Gujarat had maintained a close association with trade, entrepreneurship and global commerce.

According to the Union Minister, successive editions of the Vibrant Gujarat Summit had expanded investment opportunities while strengthening investor confidence in the state.

“Gujarat’s industrial ecosystem now offers opportunities to both Indian entrepreneurs and multinational companies,” he said.

He called upon investors to participate actively in VGGS-2027 and use the summit to examine opportunities in sectors expected to shape future industrial growth.

He specifically asked investors to study prospects in green hydrogen, hydrogen storage, data centres and semiconductors and consider Gujarat as a base for investments in these areas.

The Union Minister also referred to the wider global economic environment. “India’s economy had continued to move forward despite international challenges, including the Russia-Ukraine conflict that followed the Covid-19 pandemic and instability in West Asia,” he said.

Against this backdrop, Mandaviya described the upcoming summit as an important platform for investors to identify future opportunities and participate in Gujarat’s development journey.

The curtain-raiser brought together Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel, Deputy Chief Minister Harsh Sanghavi, Union Minister of State Nimuben Bambhaniya, senior government officials and representatives of the business community.

The event in New Delhi was held ahead of VGGS-2027, scheduled for January 10 to 12, 2027.

Mandaviya’s address placed particular emphasis on Gujarat’s transition from its established industrial base towards newer areas of investment.

“The state’s business traditions, positive outlook and capacity to adapt to changing circumstances had contributed to its continuing appeal to investors,” he said.

He urged industry leaders to look beyond established sectors and assess the opportunities emerging from new technologies, energy systems and digital infrastructure as Gujarat prepares for the next edition of the Vibrant Gujarat Global Summit.

–IANS

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CPI(M), Cong demand probe into Tripura BJP youth leader’s death

Agartala, May 11 (IANS) Opposition CPI(M) and the Congress on Monday demanded a high-level impartial inquiry into the mysterious death of Bharatiya Janata Yuva Morcha (BJYM) leader Rahul Kishore Roy in North Tripura district.

Roy’s body was found in the bathroom of his residence in the North Tripura district on May 5, triggering widespread public outrage and political reactions across Tripura.

He was the President of BJP Yuva Morcha Dharmanagar Mandal and also an elected councillor of the Dharmanagar Municipal Council. Police suspect that the 38-year-old youth BJP leader committed suicide.

No arrests have been made so far in connection with the incident.

Leader of Opposition Jitendra Chaudhury said that an impartial and high-level investigation is urgently required to ascertain the circumstances leading to the death of the BJYM leader and to ensure punishment for those responsible. “The government should stand beside Roy’s pregnant wife and provide her with moral, economic, and social support,” said Chaudhury, who is also the CPI(M) Tripura state Secretary and a member of the party’s Politburo.

North Tripura District Congress President Digbijoy Chakraborty alleged that Roy had become a victim of an internal feud within the BJP. “He said that after facing atrocities and attacks by a section of ruling party workers, Roy took the extreme step,” the Congress leader claimed while demanding a high-level independent probe into the death.

Tripura Chief Minister Manik Saha, who also holds the Home Department portfolio, assured a fair investigation into the matter. In a Facebook post, the Chief Minister earlier said: “I would like to assure that the allegations brought forward by his wife will be thoroughly and impartially investigated, and appropriate legal action will be taken in accordance with the law.”

“I am deeply saddened by the untimely demise of Rahul Kishore Roy, Mandal President of Yuva Morcha in Dharmanagar. I pray for the eternal peace of his departed soul and extend my heartfelt condolences to his bereaved family members,” CM Saha added in his social media statement.

The incident took place a day after the BJP candidate Jahar Chakraborty’s victory in the by-election to the Dharmanagar Assembly seat was declared on May 4, leading to widespread suspicion and concern in the region.

The death sparked intense political and social unrest across the town, considered the second most important commercial hub in Tripura after Agartala.

Party workers, supporters, and local residents took to the streets demanding the immediate arrest of those responsible and exemplary punishments for the culprits. Protesters also blocked key roads in Dharmanagar, escalating tensions in the town.

In a complaint lodged with the police, Roy’s wife alleged that a group of “miscreants”, reportedly owing allegiance to the BJP and closely associated with a section of ruling party leaders, were involved in the incident.

She further alleged that she, along with her elderly father-in-law and mother-in-law, was assaulted by the same group of “miscreants” on May 4.

While the exact cause of death remains unclear, police have continued the investigation into the matter. The victim’s wife claimed that due to the humiliation by the miscreants, her husband committed suicide by hanging using the BJP flag.

The victim’s family claimed to have identified the accused and alleged that the incident was premeditated and possibly driven by political motives. Authorities said that all possible angles are being examined to ascertain the truth behind the incident.

–IANS

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You don’t fight corruption, you institutionalise it: BJP questions Rahul over Nagendra’s return to K’taka cabinet

Bengaluru, Aug 4 (IANS) Leader of Opposition in the Karnataka Assembly R. Ashoka on Tuesday launched a sharp attack on Congress leader Rahul Gandhi over the re-induction of party MLA B. Nagendra into the state cabinet, alleging that the ruling party had rewarded a leader linked to the alleged Maharshi Valmiki Scheduled Tribes Development Corporation scam.

In a statement addressed to Rahul Gandhi, Ashoka accused the Congress of hypocrisy on the issue of social justice and alleged that the Karnataka government had exposed the party’s “true agenda”.

Referring to the alleged scam, Ashoka claimed that over Rs 89.62 crore meant for the welfare and upliftment of Scheduled Tribe communities had been siphoned off from the Maharshi Valmiki ST Development Corporation. He further alleged that former Chief Minister Siddaramaiah had admitted to the scam on the floor of the Assembly.

The BJP leader alleged that investigation reports and official charge sheets had revealed that funds intended for tribal welfare were diverted for political and election-related expenses.

Ashoka also referred to the death of a Dalit officer in connection with the case, claiming that the officer had left behind a suicide note exposing irregularities in the alleged scam.

Questioning the Congress government’s decision to induct B. Nagendra back into the Cabinet, Ashoka alleged that the party had rewarded a tainted leader instead of ensuring accountability.

He accused the Congress of allowing leaders to resign when controversies erupted and later reinstating them after public attention had shifted.

“You don’t fight corruption, you institutionalise it. You don’t protect Tribal rights; you sacrifice them for political power,” Ashoka said in the statement.

Seeking an explanation from Rahul Gandhi, Ashoka asked whether the Congress had re-inducted Nagendra because he was innocent or because he was politically indispensable.

“Karnataka is asking a simple question: Did the Congress reward a leader linked to a massive Tribal welfare scam because he was innocent, or because he was politically indispensable? Answer the country,” Ashoka said.

Earlier, on Monday, he also launched a scathing attack on the Congress government over the reinduction of Nagendra into the state cabinet, alleging that the ruling party had rewarded a “tainted” leader despite the alleged Valmiki Development Corporation scam.

Ashoka said the Congress government should be “ashamed of inducting Nagendra into the Cabinet”, alleging that a leader accused in the alleged misappropriation of funds meant for the Scheduled Tribe community has been rewarded with a ministerial berth.

The BJP leader alleged that money meant for the welfare of poor Scheduled Tribe beneficiaries had been diverted and that Nagendra has now been welcomed back into the Cabinet despite the controversy.

He claimed that the then Chief Minister Siddaramaiah had himself admitted on the floor of the Assembly that irregularities had taken place in the Valmiki Development Corporation. “Despite this, the Congress has once again rewarded B. Nagendra with a ministerial berth without any sense of accountability,” Ashoka alleged.

–IANS

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Indian student Harsimrat Randhawa killed by stray bullet in Canada

New Delhi/Ottawa, April 19 (IANS) An Indian student was killed by a stray bullet in Canada when she was standing at the bus stop, Hamilton Police said.

Harsimrat Randhawa, 21, was a student at Mohawk College in Hamilton, Ontario.

The incident occurred on Wednesday, and Hamilton Police are investigating the homicide.

Hamilton Police shared that when they reached the crime scene, they found Randhawa with a gunshot wound to the chest. She was rushed to a hospital, but succumbed.

Meanwhile, reacting to the incident, the Consulate General of India in Toronto, in a post on X, said, “We are deeply saddened by the tragic death of Indian student Harsimrat Randhawa in Hamilton, Ontario.”

“As per local police, she was an innocent victim, fatally struck by a stray bullet during a shooting incident involving two vehicles. A homicide investigation is currently underway. We are in close contact with her family and are extending all necessary assistance. Our thoughts and prayers are with the bereaved family during this difficult time,” it said.

As the tragic news spread, a pall of gloom descended on Harsimrat’s family in Dhunda village of Punjab’s Tarn Taran district.

Relative Sukhvinder said Harsimrat, who has a younger brother, went to Canada two years ago for medical studies.

“Police informed us about Harsimrat’s death. They shared that Harsimrat was standing on the bus stand when a stray bullet during a gang war hit her,” he said.

According to a report in CBC News, Mohawk College said it was deeply saddened by Harsimrat’s death.

Mohawk College said, “Our thoughts are with her family and friends at this difficult time.” “As a member of the Mohawk College community, we know this loss is being felt by many and we will do everything we can to support Harsimrat’s friends, family and the broader college community,” it said.

–IANS

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