Additional Secy at @MEAIndia @IITKanpur alumnus

Joined November 2018
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Bharat innovates with scale and speed. Bharat innovates for a sustainable future. And Bharat innovates for the whole world. @BharatInnov2026
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Come to India. Work with us. Design in India. Develop in India. And create solutions for the world. @BharatInnov2026
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Yoga is gaining tremendous popularity across the world! Tomorrow, on 4th June, a very special competition, the 1st World Yogasana Sports Championship 2026 commences in Ahmedabad. This platform has brought together Yoga enthusiasts from around the world. It is a significant milestone on the global sporting roadmap for Yogasana. I will be joining the event via technology as well at around 6:40 PM tomorrow evening. My compliments to those who have organised such an innovative event and best wishes to all taking part. @yogasanabharat @worldyogasana
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PM @narendramodi participated in the 3rd India-Nordic Summit in Oslo. It reflected the expanding scope and growing strength of India’s partnership with the Nordic region. The leaders discussed cooperation in sustainability, innovation, clean energy, emerging technologies and more.
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This hasn’t got enough attention but is hugely important It's a first as far as India is concerned: over a distance of 1000-km, scientists of the Bengaluru-based QNu Labs have physically demonstrated quantum communication using a limited number of nodes or relays. "Yes. It's a very exciting time for India," Dr Sunil Gupta, co-founder of QNu Labs, "This is something which is a benchmark for 1000-km and India has achieved it in record time. "This is the last ten years we have been working on this technology and we have been very focused on it. There was great support from government and we had the tailwinds, policy tailwinds." China has already demonstrated quantum communication over 2000-km but that system requires more relays. The US preferred to focus on the software initially and is now working on satellite-based quantum networks. For India, the crucial issue was network security. How to prevent cyber hacking of its sprawling telecom network and Dr Gupta and his colleagues at QNu Labs took a leap of faith forward, focusing on the future, a "15 year forward call," as Gupta describes it. The plan was to get out of the "service mindset" to a "product mindset" and quantum was it. Fortunately as development progressed, support became more and more forthcoming and the launch of the National Quantum Mission three years back with a budget of over Rs 6,000 crore brought the government into the picture. Quantum communication ensures network security, and safety from cyber attacks or eavesdropping or hacking. This is because everything in the quantum world behaves differently. Any act of eavesdropping or hacking is detected because the photons that carry the information are very sensitive to such attempts. The photons collapse rendering it impossible for the hackers to access the information. Dr Gupta said the plan was to use the quantum layer as an overlay over the existing telecom network. This is more economical than tearing up the entire network and replacing it. Tune in for more in this conversation with Dr Sunil Gupta, co-founder of QNu Labs. youtu.be/Z3xgBiTkmYQ?si=lP1j…
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"President Lee’s life is an inspiring example of struggle, service and dedication. I am delighted to welcome President Lee on his first visit to India." - PM Modi
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Honoured to join Prime Minister of Mauritius @Ramgoolam_Dr in: ➡️ Witnessing LoE on Special Economic Package, reaffirming 🇮🇳’s steadfast commitment towards Mauritius’ infrastructure development, health and security. ➡️ Inaugurating 11 India - supported High Impact Community Development Projects (HICDPs) across Mauritius in sectors of sustainable development, energy, sports and infrastructure. These projects symoblise 🇮🇳’s commitment to take our development cooperation to the doorstep of every Mauritian. ➡️ Launching the first-ever iGOT Karmayogi portal for a partner country, dedicated to Mauritian Civil Servants. Confident that this milestone in our longstanding capacity building partnership will further strengthen governance and people-centric administration. ➡️ Noting exchange of Memorandum of Understanding for cooperation between @ugc_india and Higher Education Commission of Mauritius. ➡️ Also appreciated the handing over of a royalty cheque to the tune of USD 45,000 for the sale of nautical charts, an outcome of our cooperation in domain of Hydrography. More to follow tomorrow! #NeighbourhoodFirst #VisionMAHASAGAR 🇮🇳 🇲🇺
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Under the visionary leadership of Hon’ble PM Shri @narendramodi Ji, India has recorded its highest-ever annual solar capacity addition, with 44.61 GW added in FY 2025–26. ☀️🇮🇳 Rajasthan, Gujarat and Maharashtra have led this extraordinary growth, powering India’s transition towards a cleaner, greener and more self-reliant future. This landmark achievement reflects India’s unwavering commitment to energy security, sustainable development, and the vision of a Viksit Bharat. #IndiaRESuperPower
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⚡ India Ranks third in Renewable Energy Installed Capacity globally - IEA India is ahead in all its Green energy targets by 3-5 years.
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Chaired a Consultative Committee Meeting on India-Africa ties today at @MEAIndia Highlighted our historic ties and people-to-people connect with Africa. Discussed 🇮🇳’s outreach to African countries spanning trade & investment, LOCs & grants, capacity building, especially education & skilling, defence, and cooperation in regional & multilateral fora.
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Pleased to join Dr. Denzil L. Douglas, Minister of Foreign Affairs, International Trade, Industry, Commerce & Consumer Affairs, Economic Development & Investment to officially inaugurate the High Commission of Saint Kitts and Nevis in New Delhi. Confident that the new resident mission would lead to the deepening of our partnership. 🇮🇳 🇰🇳
Speaking at the opening of High Commission of Saint Kitts and Nevis in New Delhi. 🇮🇳 🇰🇳 x.com/i/broadcasts/1AxRnamBY…
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Pleased to host FM Khalilur Rahman of Bangladesh and his delegation this afternoon. We discussed strengthening our bilateral relationship in its various facets. Also exchanged views on regional and global developments. Agreed to remain in close touch. @BDMOFA 🇮🇳 🇧🇩
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India’s efforts towards energy security gain new momentum with today's Cabinet decision. The HRRL project will encourage self-reliance, industrial progress and job creation. pib.gov.in/PressReleaseDetai…

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Today, India takes a defining step in its civil nuclear journey, advancing the second stage of its nuclear programme. The indigenously designed and built Prototype Fast Breeder Reactor at Kalpakkam has attained criticality. This advanced reactor, capable of producing more fuel than it consumes, reflects the depth of our scientific capability and the strength of our engineering enterprise. It is a decisive step towards harnessing our vast thorium reserves in the third stage of the programme. A proud moment for India. Congratulations to our scientists and engineers.
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Not every inspiring sporting story ends with a trophy. Over the last few days, Lakshya Sen has shown India what courage, resilience and belief truly look like. His run to another All England final, through extraordinary wins and immense physical pain, has been about far more than a result. He has reminded young India that greatness lies not only in winning, but in the honesty of effort, the dignity of the fight and the strength to keep believing. I am Proud of you, @lakshya_sen . Very, very proud.
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For many years, India depended heavily on imported MRI machines — expensive systems that required liquid helium and consumed high amounts of power, placing them beyond the reach of numerous hospitals. Now, Bengaluru-based startup VoxelGrids has introduced India’s first fully indigenous 1.5-tesla MRI scanner. The system is already functioning at a cancer care centre in Chandrapur, Maharashtra, marking a meaningful development in the country’s medical technology journey. What makes this innovation stand out is not just that it is manufactured in India, but that it is engineered specifically for Indian conditions: • No dependence on liquid helium • Reduced power consumption • Approximately 40% lower cost compared to imported alternatives For hospitals operating under tight capital budgets, VoxelGrids also provides a pay-per-use model, helping extend advanced diagnostic imaging to underserved and remote areas. Leading this breakthrough is founder Arjun Arunachalam, who returned from a research career in the United States with the goal of addressing a long-standing gap in India’s healthcare infrastructure. With support from institutions such as Tata Trusts, the team dedicated years to research, refinement, and development to build a solution suited to domestic needs. This achievement represents more than just a new medical device. It reflects a broader transition — from reliance to self-reliance, from importing technology to innovating at home, and from limited access to wider inclusion in healthcare services. #MakeInIndia #HealthcareInnovation #MedicalTechnology #IndianStartup #AffordableHealthcare #Innovation
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Conclusion of the India-EU Free Trade Agreement today marks a significant milestone in our relations. I thank all the leaders of Europe over the years for their constructive spirit and commitment in making this possible. This agreement will deepen economic ties, create opportunities for our people and strengthen the India-Europe partnership for a prosperous future.
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Co-chaired the 16th India-EU Summit with European Council President António Costa and European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen. Held productive discussions to take our Strategic Partnership to a higher level based on our shared values and a comprehensive bilateral agenda covering various subjects. Also exchanged views on global and regional issues of mutual interest. India and the EU are natural partners in a changing world and remain committed to strengthening multilateralism. @eucopresident @vonderleyen @EUCouncil @EU_Commission
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Strongly condemn the ghastly terrorist attack carried out today at Bondi Beach, Australia, targeting people celebrating the first day of the Jewish festival of Hanukkah. On behalf of the people of India, I extend my sincere condolences to the families who lost their loved ones. We stand in solidarity with the people of Australia in this hour of grief. India has zero tolerance towards terrorism and supports the fight against all forms and manifestations of terrorism.
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Interesting quick look at who’s building AI ecosystems (R&D, talent, infrastructure & policy etc). US leads, China follows, India is rising. Details in Stanford University’s Global AI Vibrancy Tool 2025 hai.stanford.edu/ai-index/gl…
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