16 lakh attempted attacks per minute on India’s G20 site during leaders’ summit — cybercrime body
The website, g20.in, was subjected to a barrage of what are called ‘pings’ as part of a large-scale distributed denial-of-service (DDoS) attack, say officers. Key Points
ThePrintG20 Presidency instrumental in unlocking holistic solutions for sustainable development: Official
New Delhi, Nov 30 (PTI) India’s G20 Presidency amid global challenges has been instrumental in unlocking holistic solutions for promoting sustainable and inclusive development, Economic Affairs Secretary Ajay Seth said on Thursday. The one-year term of India’s G20 Presidency came to an end on Thursday. Brazil is the host nation for the G20 Leadership Summit […] Key Points
ThePrintIndia's G20 presidency marked the dawn of a new multilateralism
It also amplified the Global South’s voice, championed development and fought for women empowerment. A we hand over the G20 Presidency to Brazil, we will do so with the conviction that our collective steps for people, the planet, peace and prosperity will resonate for years to come. Key Points
mint‘No consensus’ on 2-state solution to Palestine at virtual G20 meet. Xi & Biden skip, Trudeau attends
The G20 summit, hosted by Modi, got no proposal on situation in Gaza but all leaders welcomed ‘humanitarian truce’, says foreign minister S Jaishankar. Putin, too, was present for the meet. Key Points
ThePrintPM Modi tells G20 leaders to prevent Israel-Hamas conflict from escalating
The summit, hosted by India, aimed to assess progress on policy suggestions and goals outlined during the annual G20 summit in New Delhi last September. Wednesday's summit was attended by Russian President Vladimir Putin, Chinese Premier Li Qiang, Japan's Fumio Kishida, Turkey's Tayyip Erdogan, Canada's Justin Trudeau, Australia's Anthony Albanese and Brazil's Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva, among others. Key Points
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PM Modi, Brazilian President Lula share concerns on situation in West Asia in phone call
Modi's conversation with Lula da Silva comes amid the Israel-Hamas conflict. Prime Minister Modi received a telephone call from the President of Brazil, a statement issued by the Prime Minister's Office said. Key Points
FirstpostG20 'very substantively' delivered on most pressing issues of the day, says EAM Jaishankar
'About 3 weeks ago, I was in New York for the United Nations General Assembly...A lot of people were still a little surprised that the G20 could bridge what were strong positions and deep divides...,' said Jaishankar while addressing the G20 Tree Plantation Ceremony in New Delhi Key Points
FirstpostG20 greenlights multilateral development bank reforms, crypto rules
They also adopted a road map for the regulation of crypto assets, marking significant progress on India's G20 agenda. ...The G20 finance track saw key achievements in several areas of India's presidency year, said finance minister Nirmala Sitharaman on Friday, briefing reporters on the outcome of the fourth and last G20 FMCBG meeting under India's presidency. Key Points
Economic TimesG20 finance ministers and central bank governors embrace roadmap for Crypto asset regulation
The G20 finance ministers and central bank governors have adopted a roadmap for the implementation of a comprehensive policy framework for crypto assets. The roadmap, based on recommendations by the IMF and FSB, focuses on regulations rather than a ban to prevent crypto assets from destabilizing the economy. The G20 has called for swift and coordinated implementation of the roadmap, including policy frameworks, global coordination, and addressing data gaps. Key Points
Economic TimesNirmala Sitharaman meets Brazil's Minister of Economy, discusses issues of mutual interest
Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman met with Brazil's Minister of Economy Fernando Haddad and UK Chancellor of Exchequer Jeremy Hunt to discuss various issues, including the strengthening of Multilateral Development Banks (MDBs). Brazil will take over the G20 presidency from India on December 1, and Sitharaman wished Brazil success and assured full support. Key Points
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Indian economic policy always centred on producer interests: CUTS International
CUTS International, a global NGO, celebrated its 40th anniversary with a panel discussion on India's economic progress. The discussion highlighted the transformation of the Indian economy over the past four decades and its future prospects and challenges. The successful G20 Summit, India's commitment to the Global South, and the re-emergence of industrial policy were also discussed. Key Points
Economic TimesIndia keen to engage with IMF to pursue G20 agenda on domestic resource mobilisation
India's Finance Minister, Nirmala Sitharaman, expressed India's interest in collaborating with the International Monetary Fund (IMF) to support developing countries in mobilizing domestic resources. This aligns with the G20 New Delhi Leaders' Declaration, which called for enhanced domestic resource mobilization in emerging markets and developing economies. Key Points
Economic TimesMultilateral banks back reforms plan
The MDB reform programme will be taken up at the G20 finance ministers and central bank governors' (FMCGB) meeting in Marrakech under India's presidency on October 12-13. The reforms blueprint is derived from the report of the Independent Expert Group (IEG), co-chaired by 15th Finance Commission chairman NK Singh and former US treasury secretary Larry Summers, set up by the G20. Key Points
Economic TimesUS President Biden to travel to India on Sept 7 for G20; to have bilateral meeting with PM Modi
On Thursday, the President will travel to New Delhi, India to attend the G20 Leaders' Summit, the White House said in a statement on Friday. On September 8, the President will participate in a bilateral meeting with Prime Minister Modi. Key Points
Economic TimesIndia to host Parliament-20 meeting mid-October: Official
India will host the Parliament-20 meeting next month, with speakers and presiding officers of G20 countries and invitee nations participating. The meeting aims to build political support for international commitments and will be held in the new Parliament building in Delhi. The event will showcase India as the mother of democracy and an exhibition will also be organized to coincide with the meeting. Key Points
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Chances of Xi attending G20 Summit in Delhi ‘low, Chinese Premier Li Qiang could come instead’
Chinese foreign ministry yet to confirm whether Xi will attend G20 Summit. So far, only one leader has announced that they would not be in attendance: Russia’s Vladimir Putin. Key Points
ThePrintG20 Summit spurs demand for short getaways, drivable destinations in Delhi: Report
G20 Summit weekend: Gearing up for the G20 Summit in Delhi, people are looking for nearby getaways, leading to increased demand for travel and lodging. Popular destinations include Jaipur, Udaipur, Varanasi, Agra, and Amritsar. There is also an increase in demand for drivable locations. Key Points
mintG20 Summit in India: 400 specially-trained police personnel will be deployed at 21 locations in Delhi
These cops will also be deployed across railway stations, ISBTs, airport terminals, and popular market areas to assist the foreign delegates. The personnel will use newly acquired Bolero vehicles for the purpose, says the report. Key Points
Business TodayIndia's mantra is 'Virasat Bhi, Vikas Bhi': PM Narendra Modi to G20 ministers
India's mantra is 'Virasat Bhi, Vikas Bhi', said Prime Minister Narendra Modi in his video message to G20 ministers, and delegates in Varanasi. While addressing the meeting, the PM said, India is using technology to ensure better preservation of its cultural heritage. In the nearly 9-minute-long video the prime minister also extended his greetings to the ministers and other delegates who gathered in the temple town for the mega G20 event. Key Points
Economic TimesDelhi hosting G20 Summit; people may face inconvenience, but we have to ensure its success: PM Modi
Prime Minister Narendra Modi has urged the people of Delhi to help make the upcoming G20 Summit a success, despite the inconvenience they may face due to the presence of world leaders. The summit will be held in Delhi from September 9 to 10 and is expected to be attended by over 30 heads of states and top officials. Key Points
Economic TimesUS official Lee Satterfield to visit India today to attend G20 Culture Ministers' Meeting in Varanasi
Washington DC [US], August 22 (ANI): United States Assistant Secretary of State for Educational and Cultural Affairs (ECA) Lee Satterfield will visit India from August 22-27 to lead the US delegation to the G20 Culture Ministers’ Meeting in Varanasi on Saturday. The US Assistant Secretary’s India visit comes after PM Modi’s US visit in June. […] Key Points
ThePrintJaipur G20 Trade Ministerial could brainstorm on WTO
Given the prevailing trust deficits in trade multilateralism, all eyes will be on the G20 Trade Ministers vision for addressing the systemic issues plaguing the WTO. The stage is set for the final G20 Trade and Investment Working Group (TIWG) meeting, followed by the Ministerial meeting of G20 Trade Officials and Ministers, which will be held over the course of next week in Jaipur. Key Points
Economic TimesG20 summit in Delhi: From 35 hotels booked to cleanliness drive from today; preparation begins for 9-10 Sept meet
35 hotels have been booked for guests and dignitaries, and preparations are underway to strengthen kitchens and improve amenities in the city. MCD has planned a special cleaning drive for 26 prominent roads. A G20 Leaders' Declaration will be adopted at the conclusion of the summit. Key Points
mintEU raises data privacy concerns over proposed G20 MSME portal
The portal for which European Union has raised data privacy concerns has details of MSMEs of every G20 member including the sectors and products they deal with. Some G20 members have also had apprehensions with the digitisation goal, which involves transparency provisions. Key Points
Economic TimesIndia has strict policy of zero tolerance against corruption, says PM Modi at G-20 meeting
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday said India has strict policy of zero tolerance against corruption, at the G20 anti-corruption meeting. The PM, in a virtual address, also asserted that collective efforts from people at G20 can significantly support fight against corruption. Key Points
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Redeveloped ITPO complex for G20 leaders meet to be inaugurated on July 26
Prime Minister Narendra Modi is likely to inaugurate on July 26 the redeveloped ITPO complex here, which will host the G20 leaders' meeting in September, official sources said on Sunday. The venue, also known as the Pragati Maidan complex, has a campus area of approximately 123 acres and is India's largest MICE (Meetings, Incentives, Conferences, and Exhibitions) destination. Key Points
Economic TimesCentral team reviews G20 preparations in Varanasi
A Central team led by the secretary of the department of youth affairs visited Varanasi to review preparations for the G20 events in August. The team recommended that IIT-BHU students be made liaison officers for the youth conclave and cultural working group summit. Discussions were also held regarding arrangements for reception and stay, as well as showcasing important places in Varanasi. ODOP items were suggested as gifts for the guests. The chief minister and the union minister of youth affairs will participate in the inaugural ceremony. Key Points
Hindustan TimesG20 leaders’ summit will focus on six critical goals
The draft of the leaders' declaration for the G20 heads of state meeting in New Delhi has been formulated at the three-day gathering of G20 Sherpas in Karnataka. Over 120 delegates collaborated on the declaration, which covers six priorities including sustainable development and gender equality. The meeting saw record participation and productive bilateral discussions, and the Indian Presidency proposed the African Union's membership to the G20. The next Sherpa meeting is scheduled for early September, followed by the Leaders' Summit. Key Points
mint3rd G20 Sherpa meeting under India's presidency focusses on developmental goals
India aims to preserve the G20's identity and ethos as a forum for growth and prioritises sustainable development, according to an official statement released at the end of a three-day Sherpas' meeting chaired by Amitabh Kant. The G20 presidency outline six priorities to embody this goal: the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), green development, reform of multilateral development banks, digital public infrastructure and gender equality. Key Points
Economic TimesUS will work closely with India to bring African Union into G20: Mike Pyle
Prime Minister Narendra Modi has written to all G20 heads of state proposing the inclusion of the African Union in the grouping. Officials privy to the deliberations at the meeting said the proposal has received support across all members. Key Points
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Exchange of best practices will pave way for fundamental literacy: K Sanjay Murthy
The 4th Education Working Group meeting commenced in Pune to finalize outcome documents for the Education Ministers meeting on June 22, 2023, with a focus on Foundational Literacy & Numeracy. G20 delegates discussed the draft ministerial declaration and appreciated India's efforts in setting a common agenda for the group. The meeting included presentations from UNICEF, OECD, and UNESCO, and a Heritage Walk of Pune City. India's G20 Presidency is focused on driving an inclusive international order for sustainable global good. Key Points
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