G20 MILLETS
Google Arts & Culture and India's Ministry of Agriculture launch digital exhibit on millets
"The digital exhibition highlights the history of millets from ancient grains to modern-day superfoods, as well as their nutritional benefits, contribution to global climate resilience, and potential to address global food security challenges," a release added.
What did Odisha serve Bill Gates that shocked him? This ancient staple is the new health craze
Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Microsoft co-founder Bill Gates discussed the promotion of millet consumption as a key agenda. PM Modi emphasised the need for enhancing vegetarian diets, highlighting the detrimental choices present and urging people to transition to millets.
Russia is a power with enormous tradition of statecraft: S Jaishankar
External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar discussed Russia's evolving geopolitical stance, noting its shift towards Asia and non-Western nations. He emphasized the need to engage Russia with multiple options instead of restricting it to a single relationship. Jaishankar highlighted the West's role in pushing Russia towards closer ties with China and stressed the importance of other Asian countries engaging with Russia. He also touched upon India's friendly relationship with Russia, despite Moscow's actions in Ukraine, and India's efforts in promoting its priorities, such as combating terrorism and promoting global welfare, on the international stage.
Did the International Year of Millets make a difference?
With all the focus on the wonders of millets, few were asking the obvious question — if they are indeed so amazing, why did people stop consuming them?
Raimati Ghiuria: Meet the woman from Odisha's Koraput who is called as the Queen of Millets
Raimati Ghiuria, who hails from Odisha's Koraput district, has not only nurtured and safeguarded 30 uncommon millet varieties but has also educated numerous women in the art of millet cultivation
Akshata Murty flaunts her desi side in a pastel pink saree as she bids farewell to India after G20 Summit
UK Prime Minister Rishi Sunak and his wife, Akshata Murty, showcased their traditional attire during their visit to India for the G20 summit. Murty's fashion choices, including a pastel pink saree and a Punjabi suit, garnered attention on social media.
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Months of prep and non-stop work: How hotels made room for success
The hospitality industry in Delhi ensured a comfortable stay for G20 delegates during the summit. Over 2,000 room nights were booked in top hotels, including Taj, ITC Maurya, The Lalit, and Le Meridien. The catering at Bharat Mandapam was handled by ITC chefs, who delivered over 100,000 covers and provided a variety of cuisines.
We've matched ambition with action in our presidency: Amitabh Kant
India's G20 presidency has been hailed as the most ambitious in history, with 112 outcomes and presidency documents. The country has addressed issues such as sustainable development goals, climate action, growth, technological transformation, and women-led development. The G20 India team achieved consensus through ambitious and decisive action, receiving exceptional support from developing nations and emerging markets.
G20 Summit: Spouses of world leaders treated to special lunch, sample street food and millet dishes
Spouses of world leaders attending the G20 Summit were treated to a special lunch and a guided tour of an exhibition at the National Gallery of Modern Art (NGMA) in India. The exhibition, titled 'Roots and Routes,' explores India's cultural heritage. The spouses also visited the Pusa campus to learn about millet farming, as India aims to position itself as a global hub for millets.
G20 first spouses see breakthroughs in Indian agriculture at IARI, enjoy farm-to-fork millet experience
The spouses of G20 leaders also visited the "live millets cooking counter" at IARI where celebrity chef Kunal Kapur prepared dishes and served some of the best Indian culinary delights. India has been spearheading the movement to highlight millets, adopting a resolution to declare 2023 as the International Year of Millets (IYM), which was supported by 72 members of the United Nations General Assembly.
I fully understand India's aspirations: UN Secretary General on New Delhi's bid for permanent membership of UNSC
UN Secretary General Antonio Guterres stated that he understands India's desire to become a permanent member of the UN Security Council, but emphasized that the decision lies with member countries. He believes that the Security Council should be adjusted to reflect the realities of today's world, as the current composition represents the post-World War II era.
India's G20 gastrodiplomacy: The way to the leaders' mind is through the stomach
India is using food as a means of diplomacy during the G20 Summit in Delhi. World leaders and delegates attending the summit will be treated to a variety of Indian street food and millet-based dishes. The menus have been customised by hotels to showcase the diverse flavours of Indian cuisine, with a focus on regional specialties and wellness. The promotion of millets also highlights India's efforts to address food security.
How 250 gm seeds created a millet movement in India: Odisha's Millet Didi to tell G20
Subasa Mohanta and Raimati Ghiuria, two women from Odisha, India, have been selected to share their experiences and success in millet cultivation at the G20 Summit. Both women come from tribal communities and credit the success of millet cultivation to the Millet Mission initiated by the Odisha government. The mission has expanded to cover 177 blocks in 30 districts and has contributed to the resurgence of millet cultivation.
India's move to mainstream millets will go a long way in ensuring Global Food Security: UN
Millets are resilient and nutritious small-grain cereals that provide affordable and diverse options for people, especially those affected by food insecurity and malnutrition. Millets also enhance the sustainability and resilience of agrifood systems, by emitting less greenhouse gases, improving soil health, and supporting crop rotation.
Like a big fat Indian wedding: How India has prepared for G20 mega meet
G20 Meeting: India is hosting the G20 Summit after a year-long series of events all over the country. Over 220 meetings would have happened across 60 cities in all 28 states and 8 union territories, with over 1.5 crore people involved in these programs. The G20 secretariat in Delhi has been responsible for the overall policy decisions and arrangements needed, and India had all hands on deck as ministers, government officials, state governments, civil society groups, businesses, and common people came together to host foreign dignitaries.
No business leaders invited for G20 dinner, PIB rubbishes reports
Earlier reports had suggested that India's richest businessmen, including Mukesh Ambani and Gautam Adani, would be attending the dinner. The dinner is seen as an opportunity for Prime Minister Narendra Modi to promote business and investment opportunities in India. The event will feature Indian food with a special emphasis on millets.
Under India’s presidency, G20 has moved towards a human-centric globalisation project: PM Modi
India's G20 presidency strives to bridge divides, dismantle barriers and sow seeds of collaboration that nourish a world where unity prevails over discord, shared destiny eclipses isolation, says PM Modi. As G20 president, India had pledged to make the global table larger, ensuring that every voice is heard and every country contributes, he adds.
G20 Summit: Celebrity chefs & five-star hotels prepare to present diverse culinary landscape of India
As Delhi prepares to host the G20 Leaders' Summit, celebrity chefs and luxury hotels are showcasing the diverse culinary landscape of India. The Taj Mahal Hotel is serving millet-based dishes, with a chef flown in from the country of origin of the delegation to ensure authenticity.
Women farmers to show G20 leaders' spouses how millet farming is done: MoS Shobha Karandlaje
India has got the opportunity for the first time to organize G20 events in the different corners of the country...The spouses of G20 leaders will come to the Institute of Agricultural Research. We are going to show them how we moved forward in agriculture," Union Minister of State for Agriculture and Farmers Welfare Shobha Karandlaje said.
"India has emerged as voice of Global South": G20 Sherpa Amitabh Kant underscores India narrative
India's G20 Sherpa, Amitabh Kant, highlighted the "unique Indian narrative" that emerged during India's presidency of the G20 Summit. He stated that India truly became the voice of the Global South and focused on critical issues of developing countries. Kant mentioned various topics India emphasized, including digital public infrastructure, traditional medicine, millets, and women empowerment.
PM Modi's full interview: India PM shares views on inflation, G-20 meetings, climate change, Chinese debt trap & more
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday unfolded his opinions on various issues including inflation, G-20 meetings, climate change and more. Following is the transcript of PTI's exclusive interview with PM Modi by Editor-in-Chief Vijay Joshi and senior editors late last week at his Lok Kalyan Marg residence.
Millet cuisines, rangoli await first ladies, spouses of G20 leaders at Delhi's Pusa campus
The displays at the exhibition will offer a rare opportunity for distinguished guests to witness the integration of every step, all working in coordination to create meaningful value for end users," the official added. The visitors will also get a chance to interact with several Farmer Producer Organisations (FPOs), which have assumed a critical function within the supply chain, ensuring the accessibility of essential inputs for farmers.
G20 Summit: Special lunch for spouses of heads of state at Jaipur House
Spouses of heads of state of various countries who will soon gather here for the G20 Summit, will be treated to a special lunch at the iconic Jaipur House, on the sidelines of the mega event, sources said. The menu will also include millet-based delicacies, they said. The G20 Leaders' Summit will take place on September 9-10 at the newly-built international convention and exhibition centre -- Bharat Mandapam -- at the Pragati Maidan.
G20 summit: Indian street food, millets on world leaders' platter
World leaders attending the G20 summit in India will be treated to a variety of Indian street food, including dishes from Chandni Chowk. In addition, an array of millet recipes will be showcased, highlighting the climate-resistant and nutritious coarse grains grown in the country.
As world leaders pack for G20 summit, Delhi hotels prepare themselves to provide an unforgettable experience
Major hotels in and around New Delhi are fully booked as business and political dignitaries from G20 member countries gather for the leaders’ summit on 9 and 10 September. The event is expected to provide an opportunity to showcase India’s “culture, heritage and hospitality”. However, hotels have been warned that their facilities, including spas, gyms and restaurants, may be off limits to ordinary guests due to security concerns.
G20 Summit Menu: A peek into what foreign delegates will enjoy
The 18th G20 Heads of State and Government Summit in Delhi will be held on September 9 and 10 at the newly-built Bharat Mandapam at Pragati Maidan. The summit will be a culmination of all the G20 processes and meetings held throughout the year among ministers, senior officials, and civil society.
G20 Summit: ITC Maurya, Taj Palace and other hotels selected for top world leaders
As top world leaders prepare to attend the G20 summit in Delhi, close to 3,500 hotel rooms in Delhi and Gurgaon have been booked. Over 10,000 hospitality professionals will be stationed at 30 prominent hotels to cater to the needs of the leaders. Luxury hotels such as ITC Maurya and Taj Palace have been selected to host leaders like US President Joe Biden and Chinese President Xi Jinping respectively.
Supply disruptions, weather vagaries most felt by Global South: PM Modi at G20 Agriculture Ministers meeting
Prime Minister Narendra Modi while addressing the ongoing G20 Agriculture Ministers' Meet on Friday said said in the most vital sector of agriculture, India's policy is a fusion of 'back to basics' and 'march to future'.
G20 deliberation will give solutions for boosting farm productivity: Shivraj Singh Chauhan
In the current fiscal year out of 4.6MT of wheat export, Madhya Pradesh contributed 2.1 MT, Chauhan. The area under cultivation in Madhya Pradesh has gone up to 299 lakh hectares from 199 lakh hectares 18 years ago. The production has gone up from 619 lakh tonnes from 159 Lakh tonnes in this duration, he said.
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