Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday (Dec 1) appealed to all the countries to work together towards drastically cutting down global emissions. 
 
Speaking at the COP28 Summit in Dubai, the prime minister said that the emissions of India are very low in comparison to other countries with less population.

The Conference of Parties (COP) is a decision-making platform which carries out the review of the implementation of the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC). 
 
"India's population is 17 per cent of the global population, but in global carbon emissions India is only at 4 per cent. We are moving fast in achieving the NDC targets. In fact, we reached our non-fossil fuel targets nine years before the deadline," PM Modi said.

He was referring to the climate action plan called the Nationally Determined Contribution (NDC), which is aimed at cutting emissions and adapting to climate impacts.

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"We do not have much time to correct the mistakes of the last century," PM Modi said, and asked every country to sincerely work towards meeting their NDC targets.

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<h2>PM Modi announces 'Green Credit initiative'</h2>

Addressing world leaders, PM Modi said that India has set the target to cut down emissions intensity by nearly 45 per cent by 2030. 
 
"We have decided to increase the share of non-fossil fuel to 50 per cent. We will also keep going ahead towards our goal of net zero by 2070," he said. 
 
The prime minister announced a unique programme, which was introduced by the Indian Ministry of Environment and Climate Change, from the COP28 stage.

Watch:&nbsp;COP28 Climate Summit 2023: 'We need to preserve the forests we have'

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"Today, from this forum, I announce one more pro-planet, pro-active and positive initiative - Green Credit initiative," said PM Modi. 
 
Two initiatives have been introduced by the Environment Ministry which indicate the country's proactive approach towards tackling climate change and sustainability.

They will take forward the 'LiFE' or Lifestyle for Environment movement, which was announced by PM Modi. 
 
The "green credit" initiative is aimed at encouraging environmentally friendly practices, which have been part of the tradition as well as conservation, which reflect the ideas of the 'LiFE' movement.

(With inputs from agencies)

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday (Dec 1) appealed to all the countries to work together towards drastically cutting down global emissions. Speaking at the COP28 Summit in Dubai, the prime minister said that the emissions of India are very low in comparison to other countries with less population.

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday (Dec 1) appealed to all the countries to work together towards drastically cutting down global emissions. Speaking at the COP28 Summit in Dubai, the prime minister said that the emissions of India are very low in comparison to other countries with less population. The Conference of Parties (COP) is a decision-making platform which carries out the review of the implementation of the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC). "India's population is 17 per cent of the global population, but in global carbon emissions India is only at 4 per cent. We are moving fast in achieving the NDC targets. In fact, we reached our non-fossil fuel targets nine years before the deadline," PM Modi said. He was referring to the climate action plan called the Nationally Determined Contribution (NDC), which is aimed at cutting emissions and adapting to climate impacts. Sharing my remarks at Opening Ceremony of High-level segment at @COP28_UAE Summit. https://t.co/gvrlHFWmlv — Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) December 1, 2023 × "We do not have much time to correct the mistakes of the last century," PM Modi said, and asked every country to sincerely work towards meeting their NDC targets. Also read: India has walked the talk in climate action, says PM Modi as he departs for COP28 PM Modi announces 'Green Credit initiative' Addressing world leaders, PM Modi said that India has set the target to cut down emissions intensity by nearly 45 per cent by 2030. "We have decided to increase the share of non-fossil fuel to 50 per cent. We will also keep going ahead towards our goal of net zero by 2070," he said. The prime minister announced a unique programme, which was introduced by the Indian Ministry of Environment and Climate Change, from the COP28 stage. Watch: COP28 Climate Summit 2023: 'We need to preserve the forests we have' "Today, from this forum, I announce one more pro-planet, pro-active and positive initiative - Green Credit initiative," said PM Modi. Two initiatives have been introduced by the Environment Ministry which indicate the country's proactive approach towards tackling climate change and sustainability. They will take forward the 'LiFE' or Lifestyle for Environment movement, which was announced by PM Modi. The "green credit" initiative is aimed at encouraging environmentally friendly practices, which have been part of the tradition as well as conservation, which reflect the ideas of the 'LiFE' movement. (With inputs from agencies)

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Formula One world champion Max Verstappen will stay at Red Bull until at least the end of 2028, the squad said on Thursday, after signing a five-year contract extension that will make him one of the sport's top earners alongside Mercedes rival Lewis Hamilton.&nbsp;

The Milton Keynes-based squad did not disclose the financial terms of the new deal. The Dutchman's existing contract was set to expire at the end of 2023.

Media reports have valued the new deal at 40-50 million euros ($44 - $55 million) a year.

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"I really enjoy being part of the Oracle Red Bull Racing Team, so choosing to stay to the 2028 season was an easy decision," said Verstappen, who will line up alongside Mexican Sergio Perez this season for the second year in a row. &nbsp;

"I love this team and last year was simply incredible, our goal since we came together in 2016 was to win the championship and we have done that, so now it’s about keeping the number one on the car long-term."

Verstappen, who made his Formula One debut with Red Bull-owned Toro Rosso as a 17-year-old back in 2015, clinched his first Formula One crown after beating Hamilton in controversial circumstances in December's Abu Dhabi Grand Prix.&nbsp;

The 20-time race winner, who took his first victory on his Red Bull debut in 2016, will now be in a similar league pay-wise to Hamilton whose current Mercedes contract, set to expire at the end of next season, is reportedly worth 40 million pounds a year.

In a blow to rivals, the new deal also takes Verstappen, one of the sport's hottest properties as 37-year-old Hamilton approaches the end of his career, off the market and locks him in at Red Bull for the long term.

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"To have Max signed with Oracle Red Bull Racing through to the end of 2028 is a real statement of intent," said team principal Christian Horner. &nbsp;

"Our immediate focus is on retaining Max’s world championship title, but this deal also shows he is a part of the team’s long-term planning."

Formula One world champion Max Verstappen will stay at Red Bull until at least the end of 2028, the squad said on Thursday, after signing a five-year contract extension that will make him one of the sport's top earners alongside Mercedes rival Lewis Hamilton.

Formula One world champion Max Verstappen will stay at Red Bull until at least the end of 2028, the squad said on Thursday, after signing a five-year contract extension that will make him one of the sport's top earners alongside Mercedes rival Lewis Hamilton. The Milton Keynes-based squad did not disclose the financial terms of the new deal. The Dutchman's existing contract was set to expire at the end of 2023. Media reports have valued the new deal at 40-50 million euros ($44 - $55 million) a year. ALSO READ: Asian Champions League: Saudi Arabia set to host group matches "I really enjoy being part of the Oracle Red Bull Racing Team, so choosing to stay to the 2028 season was an easy decision," said Verstappen, who will line up alongside Mexican Sergio Perez this season for the second year in a row. "I love this team and last year was simply incredible, our goal since we came together in 2016 was to win the championship and we have done that, so now it’s about keeping the number one on the car long-term." Verstappen, who made his Formula One debut with Red Bull-owned Toro Rosso as a 17-year-old back in 2015, clinched his first Formula One crown after beating Hamilton in controversial circumstances in December's Abu Dhabi Grand Prix. The 20-time race winner, who took his first victory on his Red Bull debut in 2016, will now be in a similar league pay-wise to Hamilton whose current Mercedes contract, set to expire at the end of next season, is reportedly worth 40 million pounds a year. In a blow to rivals, the new deal also takes Verstappen, one of the sport's hottest properties as 37-year-old Hamilton approaches the end of his career, off the market and locks him in at Red Bull for the long term. ALSO READ: Women's ODI World Cup: DRS to be available for all games "To have Max signed with Oracle Red Bull Racing through to the end of 2028 is a real statement of intent," said team principal Christian Horner. "Our immediate focus is on retaining Max’s world championship title, but this deal also shows he is a part of the team’s long-term planning."

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