India In Australia (High Commission Of India, Canberra)

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Connecting Millions To Banking

The PM Jan Dhan Yojana has become the backbone of financial inclusion, scaling from 14.7 crore accounts in 2015 to over 58.15 crore in 2026. With over ₹3 lakh crore deposited, the scheme prioritises accessibility, with 78% of accounts opened in rural and semi-urban regions and over half held by women. This massive outreach ensures that every citizen participates in the formal economy. PMO India Ministry of External Affairs, Government of India

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Under the leadership of PM Narendra Modi, India has witnessed a remarkable transformation over the last 12 years.

From space exploration and energy security to trade, cyber capabilities, national security and foreign policy, India has expanded its global footprint, strengthened its strategic capabilities and delivered tangible outcomes for its citizens. Ministry of External Affairs, Government of India PMO India

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Over the last 12 years, India's diplomacy under the leadership of PM
has had a citizen-centric approach.

India has placed the welfare of its citizens at the centre of its efforts, both at home and abroad.

09/06/2026

The King’s Birthday Honours are among Australia’s highest civilian honours, recognising distinguished service and outstanding contribution to the nation.

Heartiest congratulations to the 10 Australians of Indian origin recognised in the 2026 King’s Birthday Honours List:

🏅 Officer of the Order of Australia — AO
• Prof Valsamma Eapen AO — Psychiatry, child & adolescent mental health, neurodevelopmental research and tertiary education

🏅 Member of the Order of Australia — AM
• Prof Balasubramaniam Venkatesh AM — Critical & intensive care medicine, infection control and tertiary education

🏅 Medal of the Order of Australia — OAM
• Dr Abhishek Kumar Verma OAM — Medicine and medical administration
• Dr Dilipkumar Gahankari OAM — Plastic and reconstructive surgery
• Dr Atul Kumar Garg OAM — Community service
• Mr Saurabh Mishra OAM — Community service
• Mr Chethicad Oommen Thomas OAM — Service to the Indian community of Victoria
• Mr Noshir Irani OAM — Service to the community
• Mrs Usha Kiran Chandra OAM — Service to the Indian community of Queensland
• Mrs Bijinder Dugal OAM — Aged welfare

Their achievements reflect the invaluable contribution of the Indian-Australian community to Australia’s prosperity, innovation and multicultural success.

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12 years of transformative progress in India’s infrastructure and economy.

From digital payments and ports to rail electrification, metro rail, energy, highways, solar power and EV charging, India has witnessed rapid expansion across key sectors between 2014 and 2026.

A new India, built at scale and speed.

09/06/2026

From Bhadrasana to Pashchimottanasana, simple yoga practices can support flexibility, mobility, digestion, balance, and overall well-being at every stage of life. This , embrace and make yoga a daily habit for lifelong health.

09/06/2026

Bharat Innovates 2026 is set to showcase India’s innovation, entrepreneurship, and technological excellence on the global stage in Nice, France on 14-16 June 2026.

Bringing together visionaries, innovators, startups, industry leaders, researchers, policymakers, and investors, the event will explore transformative themes including:
🔹 Artificial Intelligence & Emerging Technologies
🔹 Biotechnology & Health Innovation
🔹 Clean Energy & Sustainability
🔹 Agri-Tech & Food Security
🔹 Space & Deep-Tech Innovation
🔹 Digital Transformation & Smart Cities
🔹 Advanced Manufacturing & Industry 4.0
🔹 Entrepreneurship, Startups & Investment Opportunities

Join us as we celebrate India’s journey as a global innovation powerhouse, foster international collaborations, and create pathways for a more sustainable, inclusive, and technology-driven future.

Visit the link for more details: http://bharatinnovates.in

Bharat Innovates brings India's innovation ecosystem to global stage in Nice, France, 14-16 June 2026, organized by the Ministry of Education, Govt. of India.

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➡️ The National Single Window System (NSWS) is a single window digital platform which guides in identifying and applying for approvals according to the business requirements

➡️ The system integrates approval processes across 32 Central Departments and 34 State Governments. It provides access to over 686 central and 7,498 state approvals. Since its launch in 2021, NSWS has granted over 8,29,750 approvals (20 November, 2025)

➡️ has achieved a cumulative Gross Merchandise Value (GMV) of ₹18.4 lakh crore, including crossing ₹5 lakh crore GMV in the financial year 2025–26 (2/2)

09/06/2026

Ease of Doing Business: Strengthening India’s Business Framework

➡️ Wide-ranging reforms have transformed India’s business environment through digital governance, regulatory simplification, and trust-based administration. Consequently, business entry systems have become faster and paperless through initiatives supporting startups, , and company incorporation

➡️ Launched in January 2016, the Startup India initiative aims to support entrepreneurs and build a robust startup ecosystem. By March 2026, over 2.23 lakh startups have been recognised, generating 23.3 lakh direct jobs

➡️ MSME registrations on the Udyam Portal increased from 10.02 thousand in October 2020 to over 858 thousand by 5 June 2026

Read here: http://pib.gov.in/PressReleasePa
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Just 15 days left until we celebrate the International Day of Yoga . This year, let's embrace "Yoga for Healthy Ageing" and make holistic wellness a lifelong journey. Roll out your mats and get ready!