India, April 20 -- The Government of India has issued a release: President of the Republic of Korea (ROK), H.E. Lee Jae Myung, today said that India, as the world's fourth-largest economy and home to 1.4 billion people, stands as a key pillar of the global economy. Addressing the India-Korea Business Forum in New Delhi, he noted that there is significant scope to further expand business and trade, adding that bilateral trade has considerable room for growth and, with sustained efforts, is expe...
India, April 20 -- The Government of India has issued a release: Area Sown Increase/ S. Normal Summer Area (DES) Final Summer Area 2025 Decrease over Corresponding period of Last year Decrease over Corresponding period of Last year 1 Rice 31.49 33.28 30.64 32.31 -1.66 2 Pulses 23.40 27.07 15.47 13.49 1.99 a Greengram 20.44 23.49 11.73 10.69 1.04 b Blackgram 2.96 3.58 3.45 2.61 0.83 c Other Pulses 0.00 - 0.30 0.18 0.11 3 Shree Anna cum Coarse Cereals 1...
India, April 20 -- The Government of India has issued a release: The Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi said that agriculture is the foundation of our prosperity and that farmer brothers and sisters are the annadatas of the nation. He noted that their hard work and dedication ensure the progress of the country. The Prime Minister shared a Sanskrit Subhashitam- "कृषिर्धन्या कृषिर्मे...
India, April 20 -- The Government of India has issued a release: The Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi, paid homage to Jagadguru Basaveshwara on the occasion of Basava Jayanthi. Shri Modi said that on the special occasion of Basava Jayanthi, he is paying homage to Jagadguru Basaveshwara and his enduring teachings. He noted that Basaveshwara's vision of a just society, along with his unwavering efforts to empower the people, will always motivate us. The Prime Minister posted on X; "On the sp...
India, April 20 -- The Government of India has issued a release: Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi will visit Rajasthan on 21st April 2026. At around 11:30 AM, Prime Minister will dedicate to the nation India's first greenfield integrated Refinery-cum-Petrochemical Complex at Pachpadra in Balotra. He will also address a public gathering on the occasion. This landmark project represents a significant milestone in India's energy and petrochemical sector. Developed as a joint venture between Hind...
India, April 20 -- The Government of India has issued a release: The Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi has expressed deep grief over the loss of lives due to a bus accident in Udhampur, Jammu and Kashmir. The Prime Minister extended his heartfelt condolences to those who have lost their near and dear ones and prayed for the speedy recovery of the injured. The Prime Minister announced that an ex gratia of Rs. 2 lakh from the Prime Minister's National Relief Fund (PMNRF) would be given to the ...
India, April 20 -- The Government of India has issued a release: Outcomes:  1. Joint Strategic Vision for the India-ROK Special Strategic Partnership 2. India-ROK Comprehensive Framework for Partnership in Shipbuilding, Shipping & Maritime Logistics 3. India-Republic of Korea Joint Statement on Cooperation in Field of Sustainability 4. India-Republic of Korea Joint Statement on Energy Resource Security MOUs/ Frameworks 1. MOU on Cooperation in the Field of Ports  2. MOU on the ...
India, April 20 -- The Government of India has issued a release: Your Excellency President Lee, Distinguished delegates from both countries, Friends from the media, Namaskar! It gives me great pleasure to welcome President Lee on his first visit to India. His life stands as an inspiring example of resilience, service, and dedication. Each challenge he has faced has further strengthened his resolve to serve the people. Although this is his first visit to India, his warmth and affinity for the...
India, April 20 -- The Government of India has issued a release: During the meeting between Prime Minister H.E. Shri Narendra Modi of India and H.E. Mr. Lee Jae Myung of the Republic of Korea (ROK) on the occasion of the latter's state visit to India on 20 April 2026, the two sides had productive and in-depth exchange of views on mutually beneficial cooperation between their government agencies and private entities for partnership in shipbuilding, shipping and maritime logistics. India and the...
India, April 20 -- The Government of India has issued a release: At the invitation of Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi, President of the Republic of Korea (ROK) H.E. Lee Jae Myung paid a State Visit to India from 19 - 21 April, 2026, marking the earliest visit to India by a Korean President after assuming office. President Lee Jae Myung was accompanied by a high level delegation including Ministers, Senior Officials and leading CEOs of Korean Companies.  2. The two leaders held a friendl...