Environment Conservation is Commitment and Not Compulsion for India: PM Modi
1 year, 10 months ago

Environment Conservation is Commitment and Not Compulsion for India: PM Modi

News 18  

Environment conservation is a commitment and not a compulsion for India, Prime Minister Narendra Modi said on Wednesday, asserting he believes development and nature can go hand-in-hand. With such a glorious culture and philosophy of lofty traditions of living in harmony with nature, it is only natural for India to remain at the forefront of global efforts for environment protection,” he said. India’s initiative to adopt a healthier and cleaner lifestyle include upgrading infrastructure to encourage electric mobility, increased use of biofuel for transportation, leverage hydrogen as a fuel, convert waste to wealth and water treatment plants to ensure clean rivers, the prime minister said. Union Environment Minister Bhupender Yadav said India is emerging as an inspiration for countries across the globe under the leadership of PM Modi ”particularly on the fact that economic development and conservation of environment can go hand in hand”.

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Embracing Nature's Positivity: A Call to Action for a Sustainable Future
2 months ago

Embracing Nature's Positivity: A Call to Action for a Sustainable Future

Times of India  

The article emphasizes the urgency of embracing nature positivity alongside net-zero goals. It highlights the interconnectedness of biodiversity and climate action, emphasizing the need to address both issues together. The article outlines the outcomes of the COP15 summit, including the 23 targets for biodiversity conservation by 2030, which are a vision for a world where nature and humanity coexist harmoniously. …

Conservation of water, environment part of India’s cultural consciousness, says PM Modi
3 months, 2 weeks ago

Conservation of water, environment part of India’s cultural consciousness, says PM Modi

The Hindu  

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday called the conservation of water and environment a part of India’s cultural consciousness, pitching for the “reduce, reuse, recharge and recycle” mantra to save water. He was virtually speaking at a programme marking the launch of the ‘Jal Sanchay Jan Bhagidari’ initiative in Surat, a step aimed at strengthening community involvement in water conservation. …

Opinion: PM Modi's Independence Day Speech Was A Call To Action For Sustainable Future. It's An Achievable Goal
4 months, 1 week ago

Opinion: PM Modi's Independence Day Speech Was A Call To Action For Sustainable Future. It's An Achievable Goal

ABP News  

Independence Day 2024: As the nation came together to celebrate its 78th Independence Day, the air was filled with a sense of anticipation, pride, and reflection. It was his maiden Independence Day speech as PM in the year 2014 when he emphasised the importance of sanitation and a clean environment, leading to the launch of ‘Swachh Bharat Abhiyan’ campaign. STRATEGIC …

CM Naidu pledges full support to Modi’s vision for sustainable development
5 months, 1 week ago

CM Naidu pledges full support to Modi’s vision for sustainable development

Deccan Chronicle  

Vijayawada: Chief Minister Nara Chandrababu Naidu has lauded Prime Minister Narendra Modi for spearheading an India-led global mass movement through ' Mission LIFE' to promote environmental protection. Releasing a poster prepared by the central government’s media advisor for Bureau of Energy Efficiency wing for southern states and UTs, Naidu emphasized the government's dedication to eco-friendly practices like waste reduction, water …

Preserving nature essential for human survival: APPCB member secretary B Sridhar
6 months, 2 weeks ago

Preserving nature essential for human survival: APPCB member secretary B Sridhar

New Indian Express  

VIJAYAWADA: Preserving nature is essential for human survival, said Andhra Pradesh Pollution Control Board member secretary B Sridhar. Speaking at a programme held to mark World Environment Day at NAC Kalyana Mandapam in Vijayawada on Wednesday, he called for the protection of nature, setting an example for future generations. He further urged the gathering to take a pledge to prevent …

Change in lifestyle can complement environment conservation, says Principal District Judge
6 months, 2 weeks ago

Change in lifestyle can complement environment conservation, says Principal District Judge

The Hindu  

Principal District and Sessions Judge of Udupi district Kiran Siddappa Gangannavar on Tuesday said that everyone should join hands to reduce environment pollution by changing one’s lifestyle to complement conservation. Mr. Gangannavar, who is also the chairman of the District Legal Services Authority, said environment and biodiversity play their own role in the existence of human life. Stating that children …

India at forefront in taking action on biodiversity conservation, protection: PM Modi
1 year, 4 months ago

India at forefront in taking action on biodiversity conservation, protection: PM Modi

Deccan Chronicle  

Chennai: India has consistently been at the forefront in taking action on biodiversity conservation, protection, restoration and enrichment, and has set the bar even higher through the updated targets, Prime Minister Narendra Modi said on Friday. Addressing the G20 Environment and Climate Sustainability Ministerial Meeting here via video conferencing, the Prime Minister said he was proud to say that India …

India Leads Fight for Green Rights: Modi
1 year, 6 months ago

India Leads Fight for Green Rights: Modi

Deccan Chronicle  

NEW DELHI: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday said that the developing and underdeveloped countries of the world are suffering from the flawed policies of a few developed countries and asserted that India had raised the issue of climate justice in front of every such country. The PM said: “Even today, developing and underdeveloped countries of the world are suffering …

At G7 ministers' meet, India stresses need to address climate change in tandem with environmental action
1 year, 8 months ago

At G7 ministers' meet, India stresses need to address climate change in tandem with environmental action

Firstpost  

Union Environment Minister Bhupender Yadav addressed a plenary session of the G7 ministers’ meeting and highlighted India’s emphasis on collective action to address environmental challenges, including efforts to encourage individual and community action through Mission LiFE New Delhi: India on Sunday said there is a need to holistically address climate change issues in tandem with environmental action. Union Environment Minister …

Environment conservation is commitment and not compulsion for India: PM Modi
1 year, 10 months ago

Environment conservation is commitment and not compulsion for India: PM Modi

Deccan Chronicle  

New Delhi: Environment conservation is a commitment and not a compulsion for India, Prime Minister Narendra Modi said on Wednesday, asserting he believes development and nature can go hand-in-hand. Modi said environment conservation is a commitment and not a compulsion for India. India's initiative to adopt a healthier and cleaner lifestyle include upgrading infrastructure to encourage electric mobility, increased use …

Water security major concern, India should revive ancient connect with nature: PM Modi
1 year, 10 months ago

Water security major concern, India should revive ancient connect with nature: PM Modi

The Hindu  

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday flagged water security as a major concern and called for the revival of the country’s “emotional connection” with nature, what he said the world’s calls “sustainable development”. “There shall be a tomorrow only if there is water, and for this we have to make joint efforts from today,” PM Modi said. Without naming anyone, …

Govt efforts alone cannot be successful, people\'s participation required: PM Modi
1 year, 11 months ago

Govt efforts alone cannot be successful, people\'s participation required: PM Modi

Deccan Chronicle  

New Delhi: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday underlined the importance of people's participation in the efforts for water conservation and said the governments' attempts alone cannot be successful. The prime minister said he thinks that under the MGNREGA maximum work should be done on water as he called for spreading awareness among people for its conservation. Modi also urged …

PM Modi launches Mission LiFE in the presence of U.N. Secretary General
2 years, 2 months ago

PM Modi launches Mission LiFE in the presence of U.N. Secretary General

The Hindu  

Prime Minister Narendra Modi, in the presence of U.N. Secretary-General Antonio Guterres, launched ‘Mission LiFE’, a new initiative for sustainable and healthy lifestyle at the Statue of Unity in Gujarat. “The launch of Mission LiFE in Gujarat is important as it was the first state in the country to initiate measures in the direction of renewable energy and climate protection,” …

UN chief and Indian PM jointly launch climate action program
2 years, 2 months ago

UN chief and Indian PM jointly launch climate action program

Associated Press  

BENGALURU, India — The Indian government’s flagship program to encourage individual and collective action on climate was launched by Prime Minister Narendra Modi and the United Nations Secretary-General on Thursday. The program hopes to “mobilize one billion Indians as well as people in other countries to become individuals who practice sustainable lifestyles,” Param Iyer, CEO of Niti Aayog, a government-supported …

India’s eco-friendly lifestyle is solution to climate crisis: Modi
2 years, 4 months ago

India’s eco-friendly lifestyle is solution to climate crisis: Modi

Hindustan Times  

NEW DELHI: Prime Minister Narendra Modi greets the crowd after addressing the nation during Independence Day celebrations at the historic Red Fort in Delhi on August 15 India’s long-held ethos of eco-friendly, sustainable lifestyles can provide a solution to the global climate crisis, Prime Minister Narendra Modi said in his Independence Day speech on Monday. Today, when the world is …

PM Modi calls for 'one earth, many efforts' to make environment better
2 years, 6 months ago

PM Modi calls for 'one earth, many efforts' to make environment better

Firstpost  

New Delhi: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday launched the ‘Lifestyle for the Environment Movement’, a global initiative, and asserted that its vision is to live a lifestyle that is in tune with our planet and does not harm it. Those who live such a lifestyle are called pro-planet people," he said in a video address, and added that “Mission …

PM Modi Calls for 'One Earth, Many Efforts' to Make Environment Better
2 years, 6 months ago

PM Modi Calls for 'One Earth, Many Efforts' to Make Environment Better

News 18  

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday launched the ‘Lifestyle for the Environment Movement’, a global initiative, and asserted that its vision is to live a lifestyle that is in tune with our planet and does not harm it. Those who live such a lifestyle are called pro-planet people,” he said in a video address, and added that “Mission LiFE’ borrows …

'India making multi-faceted efforts for environmental conservation', says PM Modi
2 years, 6 months ago

'India making multi-faceted efforts for environmental conservation', says PM Modi

Firstpost  

Speaking at the ‘Save Soil Movement’ programme, the prime minister said the average carbon footprint of the world is about 4 tonne per person per annum compared to just about 0.5 tonne per person per annum in India Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday said the various campaigns launched by the Centre as part of India’s multi-faceted efforts to reduce …

India's role in climate change negligible: PM Modi blames West for CO2 emissions
2 years, 6 months ago

India's role in climate change negligible: PM Modi blames West for CO2 emissions

India Today  

On the occasion of World Environment Day, Prime Minister Narendra Modi said India is making efforts for environmental conservation when its role in climate change is negligible. Be it Swachh Bharat Mission, Namami Gange, or One Sun, One Grid; India's efforts are multi-faceted,” PM Modi said while addressing a Save Soil Movement program attended by Sadhguru Jaggi Vasudeva and top …

World Environment Day: PM Modi to launch global initiative ’LiFE Movement’ today
2 years, 6 months ago

World Environment Day: PM Modi to launch global initiative ’LiFE Movement’ today

Live Mint  

On the ocassion of World Environment Day, Prime Minister Narendra Modi will be launching a global initiative 'Lifestyle for the Environment Movement' today at 6 pm via video conferencing. PM Modi has introduced the idea of LiFE during the 26th United Nations Climate Change Conference of the Parties in Glasgow last year. The programme will witness the participation of Bill …

PM Modi to address ‘Save Soil Movement’ on 5 June, World Environment Day
2 years, 6 months ago

PM Modi to address ‘Save Soil Movement’ on 5 June, World Environment Day

Live Mint  

Prime Minister Narendra Modi is set to address a programme on the ‘Save Soil Movement’ on 5 June in Delhi. World Environment Day is celebrated annually on 5 June and is the United Nations' principal vehicle for encouraging awareness and action for the protection of the environment. World Environment Day is a global platform for public outreach, with participation from …

‘Pro-Planet People’: PM Modi talks climate in World Economic Forum address
2 years, 11 months ago

‘Pro-Planet People’: PM Modi talks climate in World Economic Forum address

Hindustan Times  

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday virtually addressed the World Economic Forum at its online Davos Agenda summit, where he introduced the idea of a “P3 movement” that underlines India's climate change commitments at the global forum. Prime Minister Narendra Modi addressing the World Economic Forum's Davos Agenda via video conferencing in New Delhi on Monday. Talking about lifestyle changes …

World Nature Conservation Day: How Corporate India is Learning to Become Eco-conscious
3 years, 4 months ago

World Nature Conservation Day: How Corporate India is Learning to Become Eco-conscious

News 18  

Environment versus development is a long-standing argument that has acquired a lot of attention in recent years. While individual activities are important in bridging the rising gap between humans and the environment, huge enterprises and start-ups must also contribute to environmental protection. Grow-Trees.com, for instance, is one such organization that has helped several individuals and businesses in contributing to environmental …

Lot of work remains to be done to tackle land degradation: Modi at UN meet
3 years, 6 months ago

Lot of work remains to be done to tackle land degradation: Modi at UN meet

Hindustan Times  

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday reiterated the need for the world to come together to combat land degradation as a “collective responsibility” as it threatens the very foundations the societies and economies are built on and called for more actions saying, “a lot of work lies ahead of us”. Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi speaks at UN 'High-Level …

Ignoring the environment is bad economics
3 years, 11 months ago

Ignoring the environment is bad economics

Live Mint  

In hindsight, India’s tryst with liberalization came only a few years after a pivotal but increasingly forgotten moment in the world’s environmental history, the Bhopal Gas Tragedy of 1984. It developed a feeble framework to protect ecology and people; environment remained a mutable variable of India’s economic policy, appended to its corporate growth. Our deteriorating environment—abysmal air quality, toxin-laden water, …

India's Wildlife and Biodiversity Equally Imperative as Its Developmental Needs, Says PM
4 years, 2 months ago

India's Wildlife and Biodiversity Equally Imperative as Its Developmental Needs, Says PM

News 18  

India's developmental needs are paramount but wildlife and biodiversity are equally imperative, Prime Minister Narendra Modi said on Tuesday. In his message to the nation to mark the celebration of the ongoing Wildlife Week, the prime minister said India's commitment to wildlife protection and conservation is strong. However, we believe wildlife and biodiversity conservation are equally imperative," Modi said in …

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