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24-30 May 2021
Embassy of India
INDIA'S LATEST
Jakarta
NEWS
NEWS
MISSION'S ACTIVITIES
HIGHLIGHT
Cabinet Decisions-
Cabinet approves
opening of a new
Consulate General of
India in Addu city,
Maldives;
India- US discuss
Vaccine Partnership;
‘Dharavi Model’ of
COVID-19
Management;
Virtual Vesak Global
Celebrations on
Buddha Purnima;
COVAXIN trial starts
on children in India.
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Cabinet Decisions- Cabinet approves opening of a new Consulate General of
India in Addu city, Maldives
The Union Cabinet, chaired by the Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi has approved the opening of a new Consulate General of
India in Addu City, Maldives in 2021. India and Maldives share ethnic, linguistic, cultural, religious and commercial links
steeped in antiquity. Maldives occupies an important place in the 'Neighbourhood First Policy' and the 'SAGAR’ (Security and
Growth for All in the Region) vision of the Government of India. Opening of a Consulate General in Addu City will help
augment India's diplomatic presence in Maldives and make it commensurate with the existing and aspired level of engagement.
This is also a forward-looking step in pursuit of our national priority of growth and development or 'SabkaSaathSabka Vikas'.
Augmentation of India's diplomatic presence will, inter-alia, provide market access for Indian companies and bolster Indian
exports of goods and services. This would have a direct impact in augmenting domestic production and employment in line with
India’s goal of a self-reliant India or 'Atmanirbhar Bharat'.
Source: pib.gov.in
India- US discuss Vaccine Partnership
Hon’ble External Affairs Minister, S Jaishankar and US Secretary of State Antony Blinken met and held a meeting in
Washington on May 28, 2021. Both of them held a productive discussion on various aspects of bilateral cooperation and regional
& global issues. Among the issues discussed were Indo Pacific and Quad, ongoing Myanmar matter, Afghanistan matter and
UNSC matters. Meeting also focused on “Indo-US vaccine partnership”. The vaccine partnership aims to expand access and
ensure supply of the vaccines. Following the meeting, Government of United States redirected orders of critical vaccine
manufacturing supplies. This now allow India to make over 20 million additional doses of AstraZeneca COVID-19 vaccine.
Secretary Blinken and Minister Jaishankar pledged to continue their cooperation on shared economic and regional security
priorities.
Source: indianexprss.com
‘Dharavi Model’ of COVID-19 Management
Dharavi- one of the largest slum clusters in the world is often in news. This slum is situated in Mumbai and has garnered
limelight by successful management of COVID-19 cases in the slum area. According to ‘Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation
(BMC)’, slum cluster which spread across 2.5 square kilometres is reporting single digit cases in last few days, even though
Mumbai is witnessing coronavirus cases in four digits daily. The same Dharavi was reporting COVID-19 cases upto 99 every day
in April 2021. The ‘Dharavi model’ involves 4Ts which stands for “tracing, tracking, testing and treating”. This strategy was also
praised by World Health Organisation (WHO) during first wave of COVID-19. This model was activated in February 2021 again
as the second wave started. Under the model, Door-to-door screening of people is conducted with symptoms, aggressive testing
and regular screening.
Source: TheHindu
Virtual Vesak Global Celebrations on Buddha Purnima
Prime Minister Narendra Modi addressed Virtual Vesak Global Celebrations on Buddha Purnima on May 26, 2021. Over 50 most
prominent Buddhist religious leaders from across the world also addressed the virtual congregation. Virtual Vesak Global
Celebration on Buddha Purnima event was organised by Culture Ministry in collaboration with the International Buddhist
Confederation (IBC). It is a holiday observed by Buddhists and Hindus across South and Southeast Asia including Tibet and
Mongolia, Thailand, Indonesia. This festival commemorates birth, enlightenment and death of Gautama Buddha in Theravada
Tibetan Buddhism and Navayana.
Source: livemint
COVAXIN trial starts on children in India
Trial of COVAXIN, a COVID-19 vaccine by Bharat Biotech, on children below 18 years was started at All India Institute of
Medical Sciences (AIIMS), Patna. It was started following a nod given on May 11 by Drugs Controller General of India (DCGI) to
conduct clinical trials of Covaxin. COVAXIN was approved by DCGI, for Phase II/III clinical trials in age group of 2 to 18 years.
Delhi's All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS) is also planning to start the clinical trials of the indigenous Bharat Biotech's
Covid-19 vaccine "Covaxin" on childrenIndia has three COVID-19 vaccine - Bharat Biotech's Covaxin, Serum Institute's
Covishield and Russia's Sputnik V. Covaxin and Covishield are being manufactured in India.
Source: indiatoday.com
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Mission's Activities
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FLAVOR'S OF INDIA
PALAK EGG CURRY
Recipe Servings: 2 How to make Palak Egg Curry :
Boil the eggs until they are soft
Prep Time: 15 mins Blanch the spinach under cold water and boil it in a
Cook Time: 10 mins saucepan until the leaves shrink.
Total Cook Time: 25 mins Blend the spinach with green chillies and ginger.
After that finely chop onions, garlic and tomatoes.
Difficulty Level: Easy In a pan, heat some oil, add cumin seeds,
cinnamon. Then add your onions, cook them till
Ingredients of Palak Egg they become soft.
Then add your tomatoes and cook them till they
Curry : turn soft.
3 Eggs Add the spinach puree, along with that also add
1 bunch Spinach salt, red chilli, and turmeric powder according to
taste.
2 small Tomatoes Cook this mic for 4-5 minutes on a medium flame.
5-6 ginger (thinly sliced) Cut your egg in half and add it to the palak curry.
5-6 cloves Garlic Let it simmer down on low heat for an additional 5
minutes and your palak egg curry is ready!
2 Green chillies
4 Cloves About Palak Egg Curry :
1/2 tbsp Garam Masala Palak egg curry is a delicious Indian curry recipe
made with a combination of boiled eggs cooked in a
1/2 tbsp cumin seeds luscious spinach gravy. This recipe is highly
1 tsp Red chilli powder nutritious and lip-smacking in taste.
A pinch of Turmeric
Source: food.ndtv
to taste Salt
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FORTS OF RAJASTHAN (4)
GAGRON FORT
Gagron Fort is a fine example of a hill and water fort. It is one of the six hill forts of Rajasthan to be a
part of the UNESCO World Heritage Site list. Surrounded by the tranquil waters of the Ahu, Kali and
Sindh rivers on three sides, the fort is indeed a sight to behold. A beautiful mausoleum of Sufi saint
Mitheshah just outside the fort is the venue for an annual colourful fair held during the month of
Moharram.
Source: http://www.tourism.rajasthan.gov.in/
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GUGOR FORT
A grand fort located near Chhabra, located 65 km from Baran is a must-visit tourist spot.
Source: http://www.tourism.rajasthan.gov.in/
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