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Covid vaccination for the 12-14 age group and precautionary doses for those above 60 kicked off across India on Wednesday, with Prime Minister Narendra Modi urging people to turn up in large numbers and get themselves vaccinated.

While India initially started the Covid immunisation programme for adults aged 60 and above, the drive was gradually expanded to cover those aged 15 to 17 years from January 3.

Covaxin is being administered for those aged 15 to 17, while indigenous Cobervax vaccine is being given to the 12-14 age group, where 6 to 6.5 million youngers are expected to be covered.

Two doses of Biological E's intramuscular vaccine Corbevax would be administered to the beneficiaries in the 12 to 14 years age group in an interval of 28 days, the guidelines said

In a tweet, PM Modi called the vaccination for the adolescent groups an ''important step'' in the fight against the COVID-19 pandemic.

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“Today is an important day in India’s efforts to vaccinate our citizens. Now onwards, youngsters in the 12-14 age group are eligible for vaccines &amp; all those above 60 are eligible for precaution doses. I urge people in these age groups to get vaccinated,” PM Modi said.

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Recalling the initial days of the programme where India fought vaccine hesitancy&nbsp;and shortage, Modi said the country is now in a much better position to fight this deadly pandemic, while urging people to follow all precautions.

&nbsp;“Today, India has many ‘Made in India’ vaccines. We have also granted approval to other vaccines after a due process of evaluation. We are in a much better position to fight this deadly pandemic. At the same time, we have to keep following all Covid-19 precautions,” he tweeted on Wednesday.

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The Union government has asked states to organise dedicated COVID-19 vaccination sessions through earmarked centres and train vaccinators to avoid mixing of vaccines during the inoculation of adolescents.&nbsp;The states were also advised to ensure judicious utilisation of available COVID-19 vaccines.

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Covid vaccination for the 12-14 age group and precautionary doses for those above 60 kicked off across India on Wednesday, with Prime Minister Narendra Modi urging people to turn up in large numbers and get themselves vaccinated.

Covid vaccination for the 12-14 age group and precautionary doses for those above 60 kicked off across India on Wednesday, with Prime Minister Narendra Modi urging people to turn up in large numbers and get themselves vaccinated. While India initially started the Covid immunisation programme for adults aged 60 and above, the drive was gradually expanded to cover those aged 15 to 17 years from January 3. Covaxin is being administered for those aged 15 to 17, while indigenous Cobervax vaccine is being given to the 12-14 age group, where 6 to 6.5 million youngers are expected to be covered. Two doses of Biological E's intramuscular vaccine Corbevax would be administered to the beneficiaries in the 12 to 14 years age group in an interval of 28 days, the guidelines said In a tweet, PM Modi called the vaccination for the adolescent groups an ''important step'' in the fight against the COVID-19 pandemic. Also read | India becomes first country in world to administer COVID-19 DNA vaccine “Today is an important day in India’s efforts to vaccinate our citizens. Now onwards, youngsters in the 12-14 age group are eligible for vaccines & all those above 60 are eligible for precaution doses. I urge people in these age groups to get vaccinated,” PM Modi said. Today is an important day in India’s efforts to vaccinate our citizens. Now onwards, youngsters in the 12-14 age group are eligible for vaccines and all those above 60 are eligible for precaution doses. I urge people in these age groups to get vaccinated. — Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) March 16, 2022 × Recalling the initial days of the programme where India fought vaccine hesitancy and shortage, Modi said the country is now in a much better position to fight this deadly pandemic, while urging people to follow all precautions. “Today, India has many ‘Made in India’ vaccines. We have also granted approval to other vaccines after a due process of evaluation. We are in a much better position to fight this deadly pandemic. At the same time, we have to keep following all Covid-19 precautions,” he tweeted on Wednesday. Also read | Why were Pfizer and Moderna vaccines not available in India? Health minister responds The Union government has asked states to organise dedicated COVID-19 vaccination sessions through earmarked centres and train vaccinators to avoid mixing of vaccines during the inoculation of adolescents. The states were also advised to ensure judicious utilisation of available COVID-19 vaccines. (With inputs from agencies)

PM Modi urges children to get vaccinated as India starts inoculation drive for 12-14 age group

Three terrorists were killed in an encounter in Srinagar’s Nowgam area. All the terrorists belonged to the LeT(TRF) outfit.&nbsp;

Security forces killed one terrorist early morning in the gunfight and later killed two more terrorists taking the number to three.

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“02 more terrorists killed (Total 03). Incriminating materials including arms &amp; ammunition recovered. Search going on. Further details shall follow, “ said Jammu and Kashmir Police IGP Vijay Kumar.&nbsp;

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“Terrorists of proscribed terror outfit LeT/TRF involved in the recent killing of Khanmoh’s Sarpanch Sameer Bhat, trapped in Nowgam encounter,” said Jammu and Kashmir Police IGP Vijay Kumar.&nbsp;

Security forces had received inputs about the presence of militants in the area after which a Cordon and Search operation (CASO) was launched. Security forces said that the hiding terrorists fired upon the security forces resulting in a gun battle. &nbsp;

Searches are still underway in the area.&nbsp; 
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Three terrorists were killed in an encounter in Srinagar’s Nowgam area. All the terrorists belonged to the LeT(TRF) outfit. Security forces killed one terrorist early morning in the gunfight and later killed two more terrorists taking the number to three.

Three terrorists were killed in an encounter in Srinagar’s Nowgam area. All the terrorists belonged to the LeT(TRF) outfit. Security forces killed one terrorist early morning in the gunfight and later killed two more terrorists taking the number to three. Also read | Wearing hijab is not an essential religious practice, says Indian court as it upholds hijab ban “02 more terrorists killed (Total 03). Incriminating materials including arms & ammunition recovered. Search going on. Further details shall follow, “ said Jammu and Kashmir Police IGP Vijay Kumar. Jammu and Kashmir Police also claimed that the same terrorists were involved in the killing of Sarpanch Sameer Ahmed Bhat of Khonmoh. Also read | Mother Teresa's former secretary to lead saint's Indian order “Terrorists of proscribed terror outfit LeT/TRF involved in the recent killing of Khanmoh’s Sarpanch Sameer Bhat, trapped in Nowgam encounter,” said Jammu and Kashmir Police IGP Vijay Kumar. Security forces had received inputs about the presence of militants in the area after which a Cordon and Search operation (CASO) was launched. Security forces said that the hiding terrorists fired upon the security forces resulting in a gun battle. Searches are still underway in the area.

Three terrorists killed in Srinagar encounter

Dr Subhash Chandra, the chairman of esteemed Essel Group and Rajya Sabha MP expressed his thoughts on a range of topics such as the Metaverse, NFT, Zee Group's vision, Zee Media's future plans, etc during his exclusive conversation with Zee Business on Wednesday (March 15).

Dr Subhash Chandra, the chairman of esteemed Essel Group and Rajya Sabha MP expressed his thoughts on a range of topics such as the Metaverse, NFT, Zee Group's vision, Zee Media's future plans, etc during his exclusive conversation with Zee Business on Wednesday (March 15). Dr Chandra also weighed in on the ZEEL-SONY merger and Dish TV-Yes Bank issue as he spoke about what's happening. He also talked about Zee Media Group's performance, with a special mention of WION and Zee Digital. Zee Media's performance - WION, Zee Digital Dr Chandra mentioned WION's stunning growth as said, "WION is ahead of BBC on YouTube. In the next 5 years, we plan to add 500 million viewers to WION." He added, "WION is Asia's first global network - it's India's #1 international channel. WION has 58% of its audience in foreign." While mentioning Zee Media's performance, he said, "Zee Media's digital platforms has 300 million active users." Zee Group's vision Speaking on the Zee Group's vision for the next five years amid changing times, Dr Subhash Chandra said, "The environment is quite positive in the country under PM Narendra Modi's leadership. We are continuously working on many fronts." Era of internet - 'Mayaverse' Talking about Metaverse, Crypto and NFT, Dr Chandra said, "I call it 'Mayaverse' as the era of the internet belongs to 'Mayaverse'." One billion users in next three years for Zee Digital Dr Chandra proudly mentioned that Zee Media's digital platforms have 300 million active users, and the group aims to add 1 billion users in next three years. "We will focus on monetising digital content," he added. Debt resolution When asked about debt resolution and current debt status, Dr Chandra said, "We reduced 92% debt at the promoter level. Rest of the debt at promoter level will be cleared in 1-2 month/s." Also, he added, "Venturing into infra business was a mistake." Dish TV-Yes Bank matter "Many people in media lack the right information on Dish TV-Yes Bank matter," he added. Speaking on Dish TV-Yes Bank matter, Dr Chandra said, "Yes Bank's old management did fraud with us." ZEEL-Sony Merger About ZEEL-Sony Merger, Dr Chandra said, "Zee Entertainment and Sony merger moving in the right direction. After regulatory acceptances, the merger will be completed." New Business? When asked about if the group is planning to start any new business, Dr Chandra said, "We never started any business for money. We always tried to do something new by means of business." Message to shareholders When asked if there is any message to shareholders, Dr Chandra said, "I know some shareholders were upset but we never ignored any interests of our shareholders." Bouncing back When asked that every time he bounced back with more strength and power, Dr Chandra said, "Something new will come very soon - this time in the technology front."

Dr Subhash Chandra talks about big plans for Zee Digital users; mentions stunning growth of WION

Calling Sri Lanka “a close and friendly neighbour”, Prime Minister Narendra Modi told the visiting Sri Lankan Finance Minister Basil Rajapaksa that India would always stand with Sri Lanka.

The Sri Lankan FM is on a two-day visit to India amid the country’s worst economic crisis. The key focus of the meet is to get a $1 billion line of credit from New Delhi.

A statement by the Sri Lankan High Commission in Delhi said, “Finance Minister Rajapaksa thanked Prime Minister Modi for all the assistance that India has provided to Sri Lanka at this critical time.”

Among the key areas discussed during the meet at the Indian Parliament were agriculture, renewable energy, digitalisation, tourism and fisheries.

India and Sri Lanka have had multiple rounds of engagement on financial assistance from New Delhi. Finance minister Rajapaksa and external affairs minister S Jaishankar had virtually met in January on this issue.

During Wednesday's meet, Prime Minister Modi and minister Rajapaksa discussed Sri Lanka's decision to move towards organic agriculture.

Modi highlighted the “advantages of natural farming” and shared “India’s experience in developing related techniques and products, including nano fertilizers, which could be of relevance to Sri Lanka."

Last year, India had sent 100,000 kgs of nano nitrogen fertilizer to Sri Lanka after the latter barred the use of contaminated Chinese fertilizers.

Sri Lanka's unique digital identity platform, which India is helping to develop, and the promotion of Ramayana trail in Sri Lanka and the Buddhist circuit in India, including in Gujarat, was also discussed during the meeting.

Foreign secretary Harsh Shringla and Sri Lanka's high commissioner Milinda Moragoda were also present at the meet.

Calling Sri Lanka “a close and friendly neighbour”, Prime Minister Narendra Modi told the visiting Sri Lankan Finance Minister Basil Rajapaksa that India would always stand with Sri Lanka.

Calling Sri Lanka “a close and friendly neighbour”, Prime Minister Narendra Modi told the visiting Sri Lankan Finance Minister Basil Rajapaksa that India would always stand with Sri Lanka. The Sri Lankan FM is on a two-day visit to India amid the country’s worst economic crisis. The key focus of the meet is to get a $1 billion line of credit from New Delhi. A statement by the Sri Lankan High Commission in Delhi said, “Finance Minister Rajapaksa thanked Prime Minister Modi for all the assistance that India has provided to Sri Lanka at this critical time.” Among the key areas discussed during the meet at the Indian Parliament were agriculture, renewable energy, digitalisation, tourism and fisheries. India and Sri Lanka have had multiple rounds of engagement on financial assistance from New Delhi. Finance minister Rajapaksa and external affairs minister S Jaishankar had virtually met in January on this issue. During Wednesday's meet, Prime Minister Modi and minister Rajapaksa discussed Sri Lanka's decision to move towards organic agriculture. Modi highlighted the “advantages of natural farming” and shared “India’s experience in developing related techniques and products, including nano fertilizers, which could be of relevance to Sri Lanka." Last year, India had sent 100,000 kgs of nano nitrogen fertilizer to Sri Lanka after the latter barred the use of contaminated Chinese fertilizers. Sri Lanka's unique digital identity platform, which India is helping to develop, and the promotion of Ramayana trail in Sri Lanka and the Buddhist circuit in India, including in Gujarat, was also discussed during the meeting. Foreign secretary Harsh Shringla and Sri Lanka's high commissioner Milinda Moragoda were also present at the meet.

'India will always stand with Sri Lanka', PM Modi tells finance minister Basil Rajapaksa

India's Union Minister for Road Transport and Highways Nitin Gadkari on Wednesday inaugurated a pilot project for Hydrogen-based advanced Fuel Cell Electric Vehicle (FCEV). Union Minister Hardeep Puri and Raj K Singh were also present at the inauguration ceremony.

The project is aimed at spreading awareness about Hydrogen, FCEV technology and disseminating its benefits to support hydrogen-based society for India.

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According to the Ministry of Road Transport and Highways, Transportation powered by Green hydrogen is going to be a key technology option of the future with significant application, especially across bigger cars, buses, trucks, ships and trains and best suited for medium to long distances.Green Hydrogen offers huge opportunities to decarbonize a range of sectors including road transportation and is gaining unprecedented momentum globally.

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"India is committed to cleaner energy and low-carbon pathway for achieving accelerated economic growth. Hydrogen is a key element of the energy strategy and would play a key role in the low carbon energy pathways," reads the official statement.

Nitin Gadkari was chief guest at the first edition of WION's annual Climate Summit on March 15. During his address at the summit, he had made mention of the inauguration due to be held on Wednesday (March 16)

The pilot project will be conducted by Toyota Kirloskar Motor Pvt. Ltd. along with International Center for Automotive Technology (ICAT) to study and evaluate the world`s most advanced Fuel Cell Electric Vehicle (FCEV) Toyota Mirai which runs on hydrogen, on Indian roads and climatic conditions.

India's Union Minister for Road Transport and Highways Nitin Gadkari on Wednesday inaugurated a pilot project for Hydrogen-based advanced Fuel Cell Electric Vehicle (FCEV).

India's Union Minister for Road Transport and Highways Nitin Gadkari on Wednesday inaugurated a pilot project for Hydrogen-based advanced Fuel Cell Electric Vehicle (FCEV). Union Minister Hardeep Puri and Raj K Singh were also present at the inauguration ceremony. The project is aimed at spreading awareness about Hydrogen, FCEV technology and disseminating its benefits to support hydrogen-based society for India. Launching India's first Hydrogen based advanced ‘Fuel Cell Electric Vehicle (FCEV)’ - Toyota Mirai https://t.co/2lHYpNtXrR — Nitin Gadkari (@nitin_gadkari) March 16, 2022 × According to the Ministry of Road Transport and Highways, Transportation powered by Green hydrogen is going to be a key technology option of the future with significant application, especially across bigger cars, buses, trucks, ships and trains and best suited for medium to long distances.Green Hydrogen offers huge opportunities to decarbonize a range of sectors including road transportation and is gaining unprecedented momentum globally. Also Read | WION Climate Summit | India's first Hydrogen-powered car to be unveiled: Gadkari "India is committed to cleaner energy and low-carbon pathway for achieving accelerated economic growth. Hydrogen is a key element of the energy strategy and would play a key role in the low carbon energy pathways," reads the official statement. Nitin Gadkari was chief guest at the first edition of WION's annual Climate Summit on March 15. During his address at the summit, he had made mention of the inauguration due to be held on Wednesday (March 16) The pilot project will be conducted by Toyota Kirloskar Motor Pvt. Ltd. along with International Center for Automotive Technology (ICAT) to study and evaluate the world`s most advanced Fuel Cell Electric Vehicle (FCEV) Toyota Mirai which runs on hydrogen, on Indian roads and climatic conditions.

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The former Chief Minister of Jammu and Kashmir Mehbooba Mufti has hit out at the government of India saying that the manner in which government is "aggressively promoting" Bollywood movie 'The Kashmir Files' and is "weaponising the pain of Kashmiri Pandits makes their ill intention obvious".&nbsp;

She added, "Instead of healing old wounds &amp; creating a conducive atmosphere between the two communities, they are deliberately tearing them apart."&nbsp;

Mufti took to her Twitter handle to express her views on the Bollywood movie 'The Kashmir Files', a film which is based on the Kashmiri Pandit community's exodus from the Kashmir Valley.&nbsp;

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'The Kashmir Files' has been directed by Vivek Agnihotri and was released on February 11 across the country.&nbsp;

The Kashmir Pandit community has said that it's for the first time the reality of their exodus has been showcased by Bollywood.&nbsp;

The Patron of the National Conference Dr Farooq Abdullah also reacted to the film. Abdullah was the CM of Jammu and Kashmir till 1989 and right after that, Jammu and Kashmir was brought under Governor's rule in 1990. The migration took place in the same year when Governor Jagmohan Malhotra was heading the state.&nbsp;

"Jagmohan was the Governor at that time. He is no more, otherwise, he would have told (the reality). This is the reason I want the case to be investigated. The Union government should take urgent steps for the resettlement of Kashmiri Pandits. An honest investigation should be held to find out the culprits and why such an incident took place," said Dr Farooq Abdullah, NC Patron.&nbsp;

The Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi met with the filmmakers of 'The Kashmir files'. "People who always raise the flag of freedom of expression are restless. Instead of reviewing facts, a campaign is being run to discredit it," said PM Modi while addressing the BJP parliamentary meeting.&nbsp;

Amit Shah, the Home Minister of India also took to Twitter earlier and said it's a "bold representation of truth".&nbsp;

Shah wrote, "A bold representation of truth. It will work to make the society and the country aware in this direction that such historical mistakes are not repeated. I congratulate the entire team for making this film." &nbsp;

The 'The Kashmir Files' movie has been made tax free in all BJP ruled states.&nbsp;

The former Chief Minister of Jammu and Kashmir Mehbooba Mufti has hit out at the government of India saying that the manner in which government is "aggressively promoting" Bollywood movie 'The Kashmir Files' and is "weaponising the pain of Kashmiri Pandits makes their ill intention obvious".

The former Chief Minister of Jammu and Kashmir Mehbooba Mufti has hit out at the government of India saying that the manner in which government is "aggressively promoting" Bollywood movie 'The Kashmir Files' and is "weaponising the pain of Kashmiri Pandits makes their ill intention obvious". She added, "Instead of healing old wounds & creating a conducive atmosphere between the two communities, they are deliberately tearing them apart." Mufti took to her Twitter handle to express her views on the Bollywood movie 'The Kashmir Files', a film which is based on the Kashmiri Pandit community's exodus from the Kashmir Valley. ALSO READ | The Kashmir Files takes box office by storm, shows tremendous growth 'The Kashmir Files' has been directed by Vivek Agnihotri and was released on February 11 across the country. The Kashmir Pandit community has said that it's for the first time the reality of their exodus has been showcased by Bollywood. The Patron of the National Conference Dr Farooq Abdullah also reacted to the film. Abdullah was the CM of Jammu and Kashmir till 1989 and right after that, Jammu and Kashmir was brought under Governor's rule in 1990. The migration took place in the same year when Governor Jagmohan Malhotra was heading the state. "Jagmohan was the Governor at that time. He is no more, otherwise, he would have told (the reality). This is the reason I want the case to be investigated. The Union government should take urgent steps for the resettlement of Kashmiri Pandits. An honest investigation should be held to find out the culprits and why such an incident took place," said Dr Farooq Abdullah, NC Patron. The Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi met with the filmmakers of 'The Kashmir files'. "People who always raise the flag of freedom of expression are restless. Instead of reviewing facts, a campaign is being run to discredit it," said PM Modi while addressing the BJP parliamentary meeting. Amit Shah, the Home Minister of India also took to Twitter earlier and said it's a "bold representation of truth". Shah wrote, "A bold representation of truth. It will work to make the society and the country aware in this direction that such historical mistakes are not repeated. I congratulate the entire team for making this film." The 'The Kashmir Files' movie has been made tax free in all BJP ruled states.

Mehbooba Mufti hits out at Indian government for aggressively promoting 'Kashmir Files' movie

In India, the Jammu and Kashmir government today kickstarted the vaccination drive for children between the age group of 12-14 years.&nbsp;

The government said 360, 000 children are to be vaccinated in the Kashmir Valley. The government has planned to vaccinate around 35,000 children in 10 districts of Kashmir every day.&nbsp;

The schools have been shut across the valley since the beginning of the Covid pandemic. The education sector was among the worst hit and one of the reasons for students to come to the vaccination booth today was to keep safe from covid so that they don't have to miss school again. The students were hopeful that all the children will get vaccinated, and schools will start running normally after it.&nbsp;

Vaccination is very important for all of us. If we want to get rid of covid, we need to take the shot. I would request every student as well as their parents to get this vaccine. It's to make sure that our school life goes on normally and it is not affected in future. I am very happy I got my first shot today,'' said Shazia, a student.&nbsp;

The health department has made arrangements across the valley to vaccinate children in every area. Teams have been deputed at various remote areas as well. The department plans to vaccinate all the children in the said age group within a span of three weeks. Around 1534 vaccination centres have been put in place.&nbsp;

"We have started the vaccination drive for children in the age group of 12-14 years for the Kashmir region. We have got a great response. Our target is 3.36 lac vaccinations for the Kashmir region, and we have kept vaccines available at all districts. The second dose of the vaccine must be administered after the 28th day of the first dose. Administration has done a commendable job during the pandemic, and we will keep at it. We just request the people to follow covid SOPs," said Director Health Kashmir, Dr Mushtaq Ahmad.&nbsp;

The vaccination drives in Jammu and Kashmir have been among the top across India. According to the health department, a 100 per cent vaccination target was achieved in adults and 90 per cent vaccination was done in the age bracket of 15-18 years.

In India, the Jammu and Kashmir government today kickstarted the vaccination drive for children between the age group of 12-14 years. The government said 360, 000 children are to be vaccinated in the Kashmir Valley.

In India, the Jammu and Kashmir government today kickstarted the vaccination drive for children between the age group of 12-14 years. The government said 360, 000 children are to be vaccinated in the Kashmir Valley. The government has planned to vaccinate around 35,000 children in 10 districts of Kashmir every day. The schools have been shut across the valley since the beginning of the Covid pandemic. The education sector was among the worst hit and one of the reasons for students to come to the vaccination booth today was to keep safe from covid so that they don't have to miss school again. The students were hopeful that all the children will get vaccinated, and schools will start running normally after it. Vaccination is very important for all of us. If we want to get rid of covid, we need to take the shot. I would request every student as well as their parents to get this vaccine. It's to make sure that our school life goes on normally and it is not affected in future. I am very happy I got my first shot today,'' said Shazia, a student. The health department has made arrangements across the valley to vaccinate children in every area. Teams have been deputed at various remote areas as well. The department plans to vaccinate all the children in the said age group within a span of three weeks. Around 1534 vaccination centres have been put in place. "We have started the vaccination drive for children in the age group of 12-14 years for the Kashmir region. We have got a great response. Our target is 3.36 lac vaccinations for the Kashmir region, and we have kept vaccines available at all districts. The second dose of the vaccine must be administered after the 28th day of the first dose. Administration has done a commendable job during the pandemic, and we will keep at it. We just request the people to follow covid SOPs," said Director Health Kashmir, Dr Mushtaq Ahmad. The vaccination drives in Jammu and Kashmir have been among the top across India. According to the health department, a 100 per cent vaccination target was achieved in adults and 90 per cent vaccination was done in the age bracket of 15-18 years.

Jammu and Kashmir: Covid vaccination drive kick starts for children in the age group of 12-14 years

White House Press Secretary Jen Psaki on Tuesday (March 15) said that India's oil purchases from Russia would not violate any of the sanctions imposed by the United States on that country.&nbsp;

Recently, reports emerged that India was planning to buy "discounted crude oil" from Russia. On being asked about the same during her briefing, Psaki said, "Our message to any country continues to be that obviously abide by the sanctions that we have put in place and recommended."&nbsp;

The White House Press Secretary further added, "I don't believe this would be violating that." However, she made a moral appeal to cut off petroleum commerce with Russia.&nbsp;

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She said, "Think about where you want to stand when the history books are written. In this moment in time any support for Russia, the Russian leadership, is support for an invasion that obviously is having a devastating impact".&nbsp;

US President Joe Biden has stopped the import of oil, gas and coal to the US from Russia but there's no ban on other countries to import from Russia. As reports have mentioned that NATO allies of the US continue to import Russian gas and petroleum.&nbsp;

Amid rising oil prices, India's Petroleum Minister Hardeep Singh Puri has said as quoted by news agencies that "discussions are underway" for buying oil from Russia. He added that "there are several issues to be gone into like how much oil is available", as well as payment for it and transportation.&nbsp;

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Oil&nbsp;prices rose as much as $3 on Wednesday, bouncing back after earlier declines.&nbsp;

The Indian rupee firmed on Wednesday, tracking gains in emerging market assets on the back of weak global crude&nbsp;oil&nbsp;prices.&nbsp;

Most emerging Asian stock markets advanced, buoyed by a fall in China's COVID-19 cases and hopes of progress in Russian-Ukraine peace talks.

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White House Press Secretary Jen Psaki on Tuesday (March 15) said that India's oil purchases from Russia would not violate any of the sanctions imposed by the United States on that country.

White House Press Secretary Jen Psaki on Tuesday (March 15) said that India's oil purchases from Russia would not violate any of the sanctions imposed by the United States on that country. Recently, reports emerged that India was planning to buy "discounted crude oil" from Russia. On being asked about the same during her briefing, Psaki said, "Our message to any country continues to be that obviously abide by the sanctions that we have put in place and recommended." The White House Press Secretary further added, "I don't believe this would be violating that." However, she made a moral appeal to cut off petroleum commerce with Russia. ALSO READ | Fox News veteran war-zone photographer, Ukrainian journalist killed in Ukraine She said, "Think about where you want to stand when the history books are written. In this moment in time any support for Russia, the Russian leadership, is support for an invasion that obviously is having a devastating impact". US President Joe Biden has stopped the import of oil, gas and coal to the US from Russia but there's no ban on other countries to import from Russia. As reports have mentioned that NATO allies of the US continue to import Russian gas and petroleum. Amid rising oil prices, India's Petroleum Minister Hardeep Singh Puri has said as quoted by news agencies that "discussions are underway" for buying oil from Russia. He added that "there are several issues to be gone into like how much oil is available", as well as payment for it and transportation. ALSO READ | Russia-Ukraine conflict: Joe Biden to announce $800 million in new security aid to Ukraine Oil prices rose as much as $3 on Wednesday, bouncing back after earlier declines. The Indian rupee firmed on Wednesday, tracking gains in emerging market assets on the back of weak global crude oil prices. Most emerging Asian stock markets advanced, buoyed by a fall in China's COVID-19 cases and hopes of progress in Russian-Ukraine peace talks. WATCH | Ukraine war: Russia quits council of Europe before vote on expulsion × (With inputs from agencies)

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On the sidelines of WION Climate Summit, Ugo Astuto, the European Union's envoy to India talked about what to look forward to at COP27 in Egypt. #ClimateChange #WIONClimateSummit #WION

WION Climate Summit: Ugo Astuto, EU's envoy to India highlights what to expect at COP27 in Egypt

The dream to establish itself as a global research and manufacturing hub the country has shown exemplary leadership in climate policy by spearheading the international solar alliance. India is committed to achieving net zero emission by 2070 and has set an ambitious target for itself and for the world to follow and who better to help us understand India's road map than India's minister of road transport and highways Nitin Gadkari, our chief guest for tdoay.

Union minister Nitin Gadkari at WION Climate Summit

Denmark’s ambassador to India, Freddy Svane tells what can be done to deal with the ongoing climate crisis.

WION Climate Summit: Denmark’s ambassador to India speaks about the ongoing climate crisis

Amid tension between India and China over the border conflict, Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi is likely to visit India later this month, according to reports.

Reports state that Yi may visit New Delhi after&nbsp;his Nepal trip on March 26.

If the visit takes place, it will be the first by any senior Chinese leader since the stand-off erupted at the Galwan Valley near Ladakh where 20 Indian soldiers were killed in May 2020.

In February last year, China claimed that five military officers and soldiers were killed in the clashes, but an Australian newspaper, "The Klaxon", revealed that the number of casualties was in the 40s.

There is no official word on the Chinese minister’s visit to India as of yet, but local reports citing top officials claimed that the two sides had been in touch.

India and China have been at loggerheads since the Galwan valley clash. The relations between the two nosedived ever since.

So far, 15 rounds of talks have taken place to resolve outstanding issues, but without any positive outcome.

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Earlier this month, Yi said that China and India have encountered "some setbacks" in the bilateral relations in recent years, and called for managing their differences over the boundary issue through equal footing consultations for a "fair and equitable" settlement.

He also said that some forces have always sought to stoke tensions between China and India, in an apparent reference to the US.

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India’s external affairs minister S Jaishankar had also echoed similar sentiment&nbsp;saying that the relations between the two is in a "very difficult phase".

He said that the "state of the border will determine the state of the relationship".

"When a large country disregards written commitments, I think it's an issue of legitimate concern for the entire international community," he said during a panel discussion at the Munich Security Conference (MSC) 2022 in February.

Watch |&nbsp;India-China border standoff: Top Chinese minister to visit India

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Amid tension between India and China over the border conflict, Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi is likely to visit India later this month, according to reports. Reports state that Yi may visit New Delhi after his Nepal trip on March 26.

Amid tension between India and China over the border conflict, Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi is likely to visit India later this month, according to reports. Reports state that Yi may visit New Delhi after his Nepal trip on March 26. If the visit takes place, it will be the first by any senior Chinese leader since the stand-off erupted at the Galwan Valley near Ladakh where 20 Indian soldiers were killed in May 2020. In February last year, China claimed that five military officers and soldiers were killed in the clashes, but an Australian newspaper, "The Klaxon", revealed that the number of casualties was in the 40s. There is no official word on the Chinese minister’s visit to India as of yet, but local reports citing top officials claimed that the two sides had been in touch. India and China have been at loggerheads since the Galwan valley clash. The relations between the two nosedived ever since. So far, 15 rounds of talks have taken place to resolve outstanding issues, but without any positive outcome. Also read | 'State of border will define relations with China', says India's foreign minister Jaishankar Earlier this month, Yi said that China and India have encountered "some setbacks" in the bilateral relations in recent years, and called for managing their differences over the boundary issue through equal footing consultations for a "fair and equitable" settlement. He also said that some forces have always sought to stoke tensions between China and India, in an apparent reference to the US. Also read | Jaishankar says India, China going through 'bad patch,' Beijing lacks credible explanation for LAC actions India’s external affairs minister S Jaishankar had also echoed similar sentiment saying that the relations between the two is in a "very difficult phase". He said that the "state of the border will determine the state of the relationship". "When a large country disregards written commitments, I think it's an issue of legitimate concern for the entire international community," he said during a panel discussion at the Munich Security Conference (MSC) 2022 in February. Watch | India-China border standoff: Top Chinese minister to visit India (With inputs from agencies)

Amid border tension, Chinese foreign minister likely to visit India this month: Report

Amid the ongoing Russia-Ukraine war which has led to energy crisis and as India leads the world in green transition, how is this instability going to impact our journey? India's minister of road transport and highways Nitin Gadkari answers questions on WION's climate summit.

How is Russia-Ukraine crisis affecting India's journey? Nitin Gadkari answers

Climate change is getting more severe and intense with each passing year, and it is set to be the norm in the future if the necessary action is not taken, professor Tim Smith said on Tuesday while speaking at WION’s Climate Summit.

Speaking at the event in New Delhi, Smith, professor, Sustainability Research Centre, Australia’s University of the Sunshine Coast, reminded the world about Australia, which has been facing the vagaries of climate.

“In 2010, Australia had flooding issues in Queensland. The property damage bill was US $1.5 billion dollars. In 2019, we had bushfires and the claims for the bushfire was US $2.5 billion. And just a few weeks ago, we had incredibly significant flooding again, and the claims for that will far eclipse the two previous events,” he said.

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“So, the climate change impact is getting more intense and severe. These extreme events are going to become ordinary events. So, it is really about exploring the cost of inaction,” he added.

Highlighting the problem of funding climate change, Smith noted that while the North (developed countries) had the wherewithal to mitigate the effects of global warming, the South (developing countries) lacked resources, while weighing on the debate of “who should pay”.

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“The North needs to recognise that it has the resources to adapt to these things that give them the room to be able to mitigate because of decades of climate destruction. So, we need to be transparent about that as well. The global South has a range of other challenges” he said.

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Climate change is getting more severe and intense with each passing year, and it is set to be the norm in the future if the necessary action is not taken, professor Tim Smith said on Tuesday while speaking at WION’s Climate Summit.

Climate change is getting more severe and intense with each passing year, and it is set to be the norm in the future if the necessary action is not taken, professor Tim Smith said on Tuesday while speaking at WION’s Climate Summit. Speaking at the event in New Delhi, Smith, professor, Sustainability Research Centre, Australia’s University of the Sunshine Coast, reminded the world about Australia, which has been facing the vagaries of climate. “In 2010, Australia had flooding issues in Queensland. The property damage bill was US $1.5 billion dollars. In 2019, we had bushfires and the claims for the bushfire was US $2.5 billion. And just a few weeks ago, we had incredibly significant flooding again, and the claims for that will far eclipse the two previous events,” he said. Also read | WION Summit | India's first Hydrogen-powered car to be unveiled: Gadkari “So, the climate change impact is getting more intense and severe. These extreme events are going to become ordinary events. So, it is really about exploring the cost of inaction,” he added. Highlighting the problem of funding climate change, Smith noted that while the North (developed countries) had the wherewithal to mitigate the effects of global warming, the South (developing countries) lacked resources, while weighing on the debate of “who should pay”. Also read | WION Summit: Climate Change can affect our basic needs, warns Sudhir Chaudhary “The North needs to recognise that it has the resources to adapt to these things that give them the room to be able to mitigate because of decades of climate destruction. So, we need to be transparent about that as well. The global South has a range of other challenges” he said. Watch | Wion Climate Summit: Where do we find the money to fund climate change?

WION Climate Summit | Climate change impacts are getting more severe, says professor Tim Smith

Speaking at the WION’s Climate Summit, European climate pact ambassador, Netherlands, Laura De Vries called on the government across the world to shift their focus on “sustainable investment”, saying that the present level of investment was insufficient to mitigate the effects of climate change.

“So far, we have not invested (enough). For example, in Netherlands, we know we have to invest a certain amount of money for the climate transition. This government’s record is better, but it is still not there. I think that the problem persists globally,” she said while speaking about the importance of commerce of climate.

“The investors do not see the business on sustainable investing yet. We need to make sure that we are investing as much as possible to negate the damages to a minimum,” she added.

She also called for more engagement of youth in the decision-making process with regards to tackling climate change.

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“Since our future is affected, we tend to be more long-term thinking, we are creative and invested in climate crisis. We are more interested in this because it about our future, our children and grandchildren. And because of that, it is really important to involve us. The challenges we are facing right now, and the solutions we are taking, it has to be more climate-proof. So, all the solutions we are thinking of right now, it should suit the future,” De Vries asserted.

She, however, was quick to add that the decision-making process should be more inclusive and that the people from different sections of the society, especially the indigenous communities, must be involved.

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“It is not only about the future generations, but it is also about inclusivity. So, I think, apart from the youth, people from marginalised communities, tribal communities etc., should also be involved. Also, it is really important to learn from each other. Take for example&nbsp;indigenous communities. They know how to preserve the earth’s biodiversity. It’s just a waste of resources by not learning from them,” she added.

Speaking at the WION’s Climate Summit, European climate pact ambassador, Netherlands, Laura De Vries called on the government across the world to shift their focus on “sustainable investment”, saying that the present level of investment was insufficient to mitigate the effects of climate change.

Speaking at the WION’s Climate Summit, European climate pact ambassador, Netherlands, Laura De Vries called on the government across the world to shift their focus on “sustainable investment”, saying that the present level of investment was insufficient to mitigate the effects of climate change. “So far, we have not invested (enough). For example, in Netherlands, we know we have to invest a certain amount of money for the climate transition. This government’s record is better, but it is still not there. I think that the problem persists globally,” she said while speaking about the importance of commerce of climate. “The investors do not see the business on sustainable investing yet. We need to make sure that we are investing as much as possible to negate the damages to a minimum,” she added. She also called for more engagement of youth in the decision-making process with regards to tackling climate change. Also read: WION Climate Summit | ‘Climate change impacts are getting more severe,’ says professor Tim Smith “Since our future is affected, we tend to be more long-term thinking, we are creative and invested in climate crisis. We are more interested in this because it about our future, our children and grandchildren. And because of that, it is really important to involve us. The challenges we are facing right now, and the solutions we are taking, it has to be more climate-proof. So, all the solutions we are thinking of right now, it should suit the future,” De Vries asserted. She, however, was quick to add that the decision-making process should be more inclusive and that the people from different sections of the society, especially the indigenous communities, must be involved. Also read: WION Climate Summit | India's first Hydrogen-powered car to be unveiled: Gadkari “It is not only about the future generations, but it is also about inclusivity. So, I think, apart from the youth, people from marginalised communities, tribal communities etc., should also be involved. Also, it is really important to learn from each other. Take for example indigenous communities. They know how to preserve the earth’s biodiversity. It’s just a waste of resources by not learning from them,” she added.

WION Climate Summit | Governments not focusing enough on sustainable investment, says Laura De Vries

The Karnataka High Court ruled on Tuesday that because hijab is not an essential religious practice, students cannot object to reasonable uniform restrictions.

Several petitions contesting the ban on hijab in educational institutions were also dismissed by the Karnataka High Court.

Prohibitory orders were previously issued in Udipi, Shivamogga, and Kalburagi, among other districts in the state, under Section 144 of the Indian Penal Code.

The Hijab controversy began in January of this year, when six students wearing the hijab were allegedly banned from entering the Government PU College in Udupi.

Following this, the females sat outside the college in protest of being denied admission.&nbsp;

Following this, the boys of numerous Udupi colleges began wearing saffron scarves to class.

This demonstration expanded to other sections of the state, resulting in a slew of protests and agitations across the state.

As a result, the Karnataka government declared that all students must wear the uniform and that both the hijab and saffron scarf are prohibited until an expert committee rules on the matter.

The pre-university education board issued a circular on February 5 indicating that students may only wear the school uniform approved by the administration and that no other religious garb will be permitted in colleges.&nbsp;

The decree noted that if management committees do not mandate a uniform, students should dress in a manner that promotes equality and unity while not disrupting the social order.&nbsp;

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The Karnataka High Court ruled on Tuesday that because hijab is not an essential religious practice, students cannot object to reasonable uniform restrictions. Several petitions contesting the ban on hijab in educational institutions were also dismissed by the Karnataka High Court.

The Karnataka High Court ruled on Tuesday that because hijab is not an essential religious practice, students cannot object to reasonable uniform restrictions. Several petitions contesting the ban on hijab in educational institutions were also dismissed by the Karnataka High Court. Prohibitory orders were previously issued in Udipi, Shivamogga, and Kalburagi, among other districts in the state, under Section 144 of the Indian Penal Code. The Hijab controversy began in January of this year, when six students wearing the hijab were allegedly banned from entering the Government PU College in Udupi. Following this, the females sat outside the college in protest of being denied admission. Following this, the boys of numerous Udupi colleges began wearing saffron scarves to class. This demonstration expanded to other sections of the state, resulting in a slew of protests and agitations across the state. As a result, the Karnataka government declared that all students must wear the uniform and that both the hijab and saffron scarf are prohibited until an expert committee rules on the matter. The pre-university education board issued a circular on February 5 indicating that students may only wear the school uniform approved by the administration and that no other religious garb will be permitted in colleges. The decree noted that if management committees do not mandate a uniform, students should dress in a manner that promotes equality and unity while not disrupting the social order. (With inputs from agencies)

Wearing hijab is not an essential religious practice, says Indian court as it upholds hijab ban

During WION's climate summit, Divya Datt, programme management officer, UNEP, India has said that we should look at climate change as a half-empty glass and take action.

''If you look at the assessments that are being done today, and the science that is being generated, there is a target to limit global warming to 1.5 degrees Celsius, compared to pre-industrial levels,'' she told WION's executive editor Palki Sharma Upadhyay during the first session of the summit.

''But even with unconditional commitments and all the pledges that the countries have taken we are looking at a rise in temperature of 2.7 degrees Celsius,'' she added.

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''To reach that 1.5 degrees Celsius and reduce greenhouse emissions we need to fulfill net-zero commitments.''

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The corporate world remains far from being aligned with global climate goals, and in some countries has gone backward since a landmark agreement to cap global warming was signed in 2015.

With this week's UN&nbsp;climate science report laying bare the staggering economic costs and losses already faced from climate change, an inevitable question arises: who should pay?

Within UN&nbsp;climate negotiations, "loss and damage" refers to the costs countries are incurring from climate-related impacts and disasters - costs that disproportionately hit the world's poor and vulnerable who did least to cause global warming.

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Drawing on more than 34,000 references from the latest scientific papers, the report released on Monday by the UN&nbsp;Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC) confirmed that economic sectors from agriculture and fishing to tourism were already being damaged.

Extreme heat has fuelled crop losses. Rising seas have turbo-charged cyclones that have razed homes and infrastructure, slashing economic growth.

And as the bills mount up, poorer countries are left with even less to spend on heath, education and infrastructure – compounding suffering.

The report is likely to intensify a years-long political fight over funding to pay for climate-linked losses, ahead of the next UN&nbsp;climate summit, COP27, in Eygpt in November.

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Vulnerable countries for years have sought funding to help them shoulder these costs. So far, it hasn't arrived, and rich nations have resisted steps that could legally assign liability or lead to compensation.

The mention of "loss and damage" in the 2015 Paris Agreement came with the caveat that it "does not involve or provide a basis for any liability or compensation".

Last November at the COP26 climate summit in Glasgow, poor countries called for a special "loss and damage" fund to be established, but the United States and other rich nations resisted. The delegates agreed to set up a U.N. body to help countries address loss and damage, and to continue discussions towards making "arrangements" for funding.

Last month, the UN's Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change warned that nine percent of all the world's species will likely be "at high risk" of extinction even if warming is capped at the ambitious Paris target of 1.5 degrees Celsius.

In 2019, a report by UN biodiversity experts said one million species could disappear in the coming decades, raising fears the world is entering a sixth era of mass extinction in the last half-billion years.

During WION's climate summit, Divya Datt, programme management officer, UNEP, India has said that we should look at climate change as a half-empty glass and take action.

During WION's climate summit, Divya Datt, programme management officer, UNEP, India has said that we should look at climate change as a half-empty glass and take action. ''If you look at the assessments that are being done today, and the science that is being generated, there is a target to limit global warming to 1.5 degrees Celsius, compared to pre-industrial levels,'' she told WION's executive editor Palki Sharma Upadhyay during the first session of the summit. ''But even with unconditional commitments and all the pledges that the countries have taken we are looking at a rise in temperature of 2.7 degrees Celsius,'' she added. "Even with all the unconditional commitments and pledges by the countries, we are looking at an increase of 2.7 degrees Celsius by the end of the century," says @divya_datt18, Programme Management Officer, UNEP#WIONClimateSummit pic.twitter.com/8e9h50is3S — WION (@WIONews) March 15, 2022 × ''In many parts of the world we are seeing calamities at an unprecedented scale as a result of climate change,'' Datt said. For a lot of environmental crises, the solutions are there. But we need commitments, not just from the government, but from businesses and civil societies as well: @divya_datt18, Programme Management Officer, UNEP#WIONClimateSummit pic.twitter.com/NcDWCbW58F — WION (@WIONews) March 15, 2022 × ''To reach that 1.5 degrees Celsius and reduce greenhouse emissions we need to fulfill net-zero commitments.'' The corporate world remains far from being aligned with global climate goals, and in some countries has gone backward since a landmark agreement to cap global warming was signed in 2015. With this week's UN climate science report laying bare the staggering economic costs and losses already faced from climate change, an inevitable question arises: who should pay? Within UN climate negotiations, "loss and damage" refers to the costs countries are incurring from climate-related impacts and disasters - costs that disproportionately hit the world's poor and vulnerable who did least to cause global warming. Also read | WION Climate Summit: Former Norway minister Eric Solheim mentions 'inspiring examples' from India Drawing on more than 34,000 references from the latest scientific papers, the report released on Monday by the UN Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC) confirmed that economic sectors from agriculture and fishing to tourism were already being damaged. Extreme heat has fuelled crop losses. Rising seas have turbo-charged cyclones that have razed homes and infrastructure, slashing economic growth. And as the bills mount up, poorer countries are left with even less to spend on heath, education and infrastructure – compounding suffering. The report is likely to intensify a years-long political fight over funding to pay for climate-linked losses, ahead of the next UN climate summit, COP27, in Eygpt in November. Also read | WION Climate Summit: Indian policies based on equity and climate justice, says environment minister Vulnerable countries for years have sought funding to help them shoulder these costs. So far, it hasn't arrived, and rich nations have resisted steps that could legally assign liability or lead to compensation. The mention of "loss and damage" in the 2015 Paris Agreement came with the caveat that it "does not involve or provide a basis for any liability or compensation". Last November at the COP26 climate summit in Glasgow, poor countries called for a special "loss and damage" fund to be established, but the United States and other rich nations resisted. The delegates agreed to set up a U.N. body to help countries address loss and damage, and to continue discussions towards making "arrangements" for funding. Last month, the UN's Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change warned that nine percent of all the world's species will likely be "at high risk" of extinction even if warming is capped at the ambitious Paris target of 1.5 degrees Celsius. In 2019, a report by UN biodiversity experts said one million species could disappear in the coming decades, raising fears the world is entering a sixth era of mass extinction in the last half-billion years.

We should look at climate change as a half-empty glass and take action, UNEP's Divya Datt tells WION

Shauna Aminath, the Maldives minister of environment, climate change and technology speaking at WION's Climate Summit said her country is extremely&nbsp;"climate vulnerable".

"The highest point in our country is just about 1.5 metres above the sea level," the minister said at the summit while informing that there are 1,200 islands in the country.

"The sea is all around us," Aminath Shauna said while warning that the rise in sea level is a threat to the country's existence.

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"Reducing global greenhouse gas emission is a question of national security for the country," the minister said at the summit. Shauna Aminath&nbsp;said the country has been grappling with coastal erosion. The groundwater has been contaminated in every island, she said with "coral reef under stress" due to global warming.

"As an island nation, oceans are connected to every aspect of our lives, we are only as resilient as our reefs while depending on them for our survival and livelihood," she said.

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Aminath Shauna said the world faces a financial problem on climate. "We need access to affordable finance so that we can invest in solar energy projects."

"The Indian government is already providing concessional financing to build water and sanitation systems in 34 islands which is one of the largest adaptation measures," she said.

The minister said India's renewable energy companies can play a big role as she invited Indian companies to build renewable energy infrastructure.

Shauna Aminath, the Maldives minister of environment, climate change and technology speaking at WION's Climate Summit said her country is extremely "climate vulnerable".

Shauna Aminath, the Maldives minister of environment, climate change and technology speaking at WION's Climate Summit said her country is extremely "climate vulnerable". "The highest point in our country is just about 1.5 metres above the sea level," the minister said at the summit while informing that there are 1,200 islands in the country. "The sea is all around us," Aminath Shauna said while warning that the rise in sea level is a threat to the country's existence. Also Read | WION Climate Summit | India's first Hydrogen-powered car to be unveiled, says Gadkari "Reducing global greenhouse gas emission is a question of national security for the country," the minister said at the summit. Shauna Aminath said the country has been grappling with coastal erosion. The groundwater has been contaminated in every island, she said with "coral reef under stress" due to global warming. "As an island nation, oceans are connected to every aspect of our lives, we are only as resilient as our reefs while depending on them for our survival and livelihood," she said. Watch | Wion Climate Summit: Where do we find the money to fund climate change? Aminath Shauna said the world faces a financial problem on climate. "We need access to affordable finance so that we can invest in solar energy projects." "The Indian government is already providing concessional financing to build water and sanitation systems in 34 islands which is one of the largest adaptation measures," she said. The minister said India's renewable energy companies can play a big role as she invited Indian companies to build renewable energy infrastructure.

WION Climate Summit: We need access to affordable finance, says Maldives minister Shauna Aminath

India has been at the forefront of climate action as many of our guests and dialogue partners have also pointed out it is the only G20 nation that is well on track to meet its climate goals. India is also among the top 10 countries in the climate change performance index. Our guest of honour this evening Bhupender Yadav, minister for environment.

WION Climate summit: 'Adaptation to climate change is a universal requirement,' says Bhupender Yadav

India&nbsp;is reviewing its standard operating&nbsp;procedures&nbsp;for weapons systems and will immediately fix any shortcomings&nbsp;after&nbsp;accidentally launching a&nbsp;missile&nbsp;into&nbsp;Pakistan&nbsp;last week, its defence minister said on Tuesday.

Pakistan&nbsp;said it was not satisfied and reiterated a demand for a joint investigation into the incident by the nuclear-armed arch rivals.

Although tensions between&nbsp;India&nbsp;and&nbsp;Pakistan&nbsp;have calmed in recent months, military experts have previously warned against the possibility of accidents or miscalculations by the South Asian neighbours, who have fought three wars.

Also read |&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/pakistan-demands-joint-probe-to-accurately-establish-facts-on-accidental-firing-of-indian-missile-461817">Pakistan demands joint probe into 'accidental firing' of Indian missile</a>

The&nbsp;missile, released around 7 p.m. last Wednesday during routine maintenance and inspection, landed in&nbsp;Pakistan&nbsp;without causing any casualties,&nbsp;India's Defence Minister Rajnath Singh told parliament.

"We attach the highest priority to the safety and security of our weapon systems," Singh said in the first public statement by an&nbsp;Indian official on the incident first reported by&nbsp;Pakistan's military on Thursday.

"I would also like to state that a review of the standard operating&nbsp;procedures&nbsp;for operations, maintenance and inspections is being conducted," Singh added.

Pakistan&nbsp;Foreign Minister Shah Mahmood Qureshi said at a news conference that the statement was "incomplete and insufficient".

"Pakistan&nbsp;cannot be satisfied by the explanation given, and I reject it," he said, adding that Islamabad wanted a joint probe.

Pakistan&nbsp;has demanded New Delhi give details about the safety mechanisms in place to prevent&nbsp;accidental&nbsp;missile&nbsp;launches and asked the international community to help maintain regional stability.

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China urged the two countries to set up a reporting mechanism to avoid such incidents and share information, said Zhao Lijian, a spokesman at its foreign ministry.

"Pakistan&nbsp;and&nbsp;India&nbsp;are both important countries in South Asia, bearing responsibilities for maintaining regional security and stability," he told reporters on Monday.

While&nbsp;Pakistan&nbsp;appreciated China's statement, Qureshi said that the U.S. State Department spokesperson had "skirted the issue" a day earlier and had not taken a position on the matter, which he stressed could have lead to war.

He added he had written to the UN Security Council too, but said the international community was not taking the matter seriously enough.

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Delivering short statements in both houses of&nbsp;India's parliament, Singh said the safety&nbsp;procedures&nbsp;and protocols for the country's&nbsp;missile&nbsp;systems were of the highest standard and reviewed periodically.

"I can assure the House that the&nbsp;missile&nbsp;system is very reliable and safe," he said, without saying which&nbsp;missile&nbsp;had been&nbsp;accidentally launched.

India is reviewing its standard operating procedures for weapons systems and will immediately fix any shortcomings after accidentally launching a missile into Pakistan last week, its defence minister said on Tuesday.

India is reviewing its standard operating procedures for weapons systems and will immediately fix any shortcomings after accidentally launching a missile into Pakistan last week, its defence minister said on Tuesday. Pakistan said it was not satisfied and reiterated a demand for a joint investigation into the incident by the nuclear-armed arch rivals. Although tensions between India and Pakistan have calmed in recent months, military experts have previously warned against the possibility of accidents or miscalculations by the South Asian neighbours, who have fought three wars. Also read | Pakistan demands joint probe into 'accidental firing' of Indian missile The missile, released around 7 p.m. last Wednesday during routine maintenance and inspection, landed in Pakistan without causing any casualties, India's Defence Minister Rajnath Singh told parliament. "We attach the highest priority to the safety and security of our weapon systems," Singh said in the first public statement by an Indian official on the incident first reported by Pakistan's military on Thursday. "I would also like to state that a review of the standard operating procedures for operations, maintenance and inspections is being conducted," Singh added. Pakistan Foreign Minister Shah Mahmood Qureshi said at a news conference that the statement was "incomplete and insufficient". "Pakistan cannot be satisfied by the explanation given, and I reject it," he said, adding that Islamabad wanted a joint probe. Pakistan has demanded New Delhi give details about the safety mechanisms in place to prevent accidental missile launches and asked the international community to help maintain regional stability. Also read | Wearing hijab is not an essential religious practice, says Indian court as it upholds hijab ban China urged the two countries to set up a reporting mechanism to avoid such incidents and share information, said Zhao Lijian, a spokesman at its foreign ministry. "Pakistan and India are both important countries in South Asia, bearing responsibilities for maintaining regional security and stability," he told reporters on Monday. While Pakistan appreciated China's statement, Qureshi said that the U.S. State Department spokesperson had "skirted the issue" a day earlier and had not taken a position on the matter, which he stressed could have lead to war. He added he had written to the UN Security Council too, but said the international community was not taking the matter seriously enough. Watch | India’s missile system ‘highly secure and safe’, says Rajnath Singh Delivering short statements in both houses of India's parliament, Singh said the safety procedures and protocols for the country's missile systems were of the highest standard and reviewed periodically. "I can assure the House that the missile system is very reliable and safe," he said, without saying which missile had been accidentally launched.

India is reviewing procedures after accidental firing of missile into Pakistan : Indian defence minister

Tizita Mulugeta, the Ethiopian ambassador to India talked about the climate crisis that the world is facing. She also weighed in on the role of youth in the current scenario.

WION Climate Summit: Ethiopia's envoy to India talks about youth's role in addressing climate change

Ameenah Gurib-Fakim, former president of Mauritius speaking at WION's Climate Summit said climate change is an "existential threat to humanity".&nbsp;

"Unfortunately, the people are still not waking up to this crisis," she told WION's Executive Editor Palki Sharma. "It is especially important for us islanders, until we treat climate change as an emergency we won't be able to handle it."

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Erik Solheim, Norway's former minister of international development, speaking at the event, said: "The problem is huge but we are also stepping up."

Watch | WION Climate Summit Road to Change: Understanding climate change

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"First of all businesses are well ahead of the political leaders. Microsoft in the US, Ikea in Europe have taken up the issue. Secondly, the European Union has also stepped up and China is concentrating on environmental technology whether it is solar or wind energy."

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"In India, Prime Minister Modi has put India on a completely new trajectory by going big on solar, so I see a lot of reason for optimism."

"We acted more during the COVID-19 period than we did earlier in many years," Erik Solheim said.

Ameenah Gurib-Fakim, former president of Mauritius speaking at WION's Climate Summit said climate change is an "existential threat to humanity". "Unfortunately, the people are still not waking up to this crisis," she told WION's Executive Editor Palki Sharma.

Ameenah Gurib-Fakim, former president of Mauritius speaking at WION's Climate Summit said climate change is an "existential threat to humanity". "Unfortunately, the people are still not waking up to this crisis," she told WION's Executive Editor Palki Sharma. "It is especially important for us islanders, until we treat climate change as an emergency we won't be able to handle it." Also Read: Climate Change can deprive us from basic needs, warns Sudhir Chaudhary Erik Solheim, Norway's former minister of international development, speaking at the event, said: "The problem is huge but we are also stepping up." Watch | WION Climate Summit Road to Change: Understanding climate change "First of all businesses are well ahead of the political leaders. Microsoft in the US, Ikea in Europe have taken up the issue. Secondly, the European Union has also stepped up and China is concentrating on environmental technology whether it is solar or wind energy." Also Read: Indian policies based on equity and climate justice, says environment minister "In India, Prime Minister Modi has put India on a completely new trajectory by going big on solar, so I see a lot of reason for optimism." "We acted more during the COVID-19 period than we did earlier in many years," Erik Solheim said.

WION Climate Summit: Climate change is an existential threat to humanity, says Mauritius ex-president

On the sidelines of WION Climate Summit, Ugo Astuto, the European Union's envoy to India talked about what to look forward to at COP27 in Egypt.

What would your message be to those who are fighting this war?' There is no Planet B, we have only this planet for which we need to fight, says Former President of Mauritius Ameenah Gurib-Fakim answers.

WION Climate Summit: 'There is no planet B,' says Former President of Mauritius Ameenah Gurib-Fakim

Former President of Mauritius Ameenah Gurib-Fakim on importance of WION Climate Summit. How world leaders can come together to address climate crisis despite geopolitical tensions.

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