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Govt extends duty-free import of yellow peas till Feb 2025

However, the imports are subjected to registration under online Import Monitoring System, with immediate effect, for all import consignments where Bill of Lading (Shipped on Board) is issued on or before February 28, 2025.

India's GDP to stay at 6.5% in FY25: Report

The report highlighted key fiscal and economic measures that could sustain and boost this growth trajectory.

Centre eyes 2 lakh PACs before 5-year: Amit Shah

Union Home Minister and Minister of Cooperation, Shri Amit Shah, will dedicate more than 10,000 newly established Multipurpose Primary Agricultural Cooperative Societies (M-PACSs), Dairy and Fisheries Cooperatives to the nation on Wednesday, December 25, at the ICAR Convention Centre, Pusa, New Delhi, during a national conference of Cooperatives.

Demand for work under MGNREGA remained low in 2024: RBI

The demand for work under the Mahatma Gandhi National Rural Employment Guarantee Act (MGNREGA) has remained subdued in most months of the current financial year, according to a report by the Reserve Bank of India (RBI).

Stock Markets Remained Closed on Christmas

Indian stock markets remained closed on Wednesday due to the Christmas holiday.

Govt Releases XV Finance Commission Grants for 2 States

The Union Government, on Wednesday, announced the Fifteenth Finance Commission (XV FC) Grants for Rural Local Bodies (RLBs) in Rajasthan and Odisha for Financial Year 2024-2025, the Ministry of Panchayati Raj stated in a release.

India surpasses 73,000 startups with women directors

India is home to more than 73,000 startups with at least one woman director, recognised under the Startup India initiative, the Ministry of Commerce & Industry stated on Wednesday.

Now Focus on Tourism Is to Attract Forex: Govt

India is devising tourism-focused initiatives to not only attract tourists but also create employment and attract foreign exchange, as published in the year-end data shared by the Ministry of Tourism on Wednesday.

EPFO Enrolled Approximately 7.50 Lakh New Members in October 2024

The Employees' Provident Fund Organisation (EPFO) recorded a net addition of 13.41 lakh members in October, according to data released by the Ministry of Labour and Employment.

Thyrocare Sets Benchmark as The First National Diagnostic Chain

Thyrocare, a leading diagnostic and preventive healthcare service provider in India, has set a historic benchmark by becoming the first national diagnostic chain in India to secure 100% NABL (National Accreditation Board for Testing and Calibration Laboratories - the most renowned accreditation body in India today) accreditation across all its 29 laboratories.

Sportcell 2024: A Stellar Year in Review

Under the visionary leadership of Sarthak Shah and Jitendra Singh, Sportcell experienced a transformative year in 2024, setting new benchmarks in the sports and sponsorship industry.

TARAgram Yatra 2024 Solutions Through Corporate and Policy Partnerships

Policy Shifts for Implementing SDGs in India 20-22 September, 2016

SAIL Wins Eight National Awards for Communication Excellence

The Steel Authority of India Limited (SAIL), India's largest government-owned steel producer, has been conferred with eight national awards by the Public Relations Society of India (PRSI), the Ministry of Steel stated in a release on Tuesday.

India's GDP to stay at 6.5% in FY25 & FY26: EY

India's real GDP growth is projected to remain steady at 6.5 per cent for the financial years 2025 and 2026, according to the latest EY Economy Watch report.

By 2030, 60% of New Home Buyers Will Be Millennials and Gen Z in India: JLL Report

The firm added that sustainability, which was once considered a luxury, is now a necessity in the housing market. Green-certified buildings are expected to account for 30 percent of new residential projects by 2025, doubling from 15 percent in 2020, it added.

PoGB: Astore Locals Struggle Amid Doctor Shortage

Residents of the Qamri area in the Astore district of Pakistan-occupied Gilgit Baltistan (PoGB) are grappling with a worsening health crisis due to a severe shortage of medical care in the region.

Trends Participates in Annual Arab Think Tanks Forum

The paper further emphasized the importance of think tanks and research centers in facilitating intellectual exchange, sharing expertise, and enhancing knowledge transfer among various stakeholders.

Celebrations reflect gratitude to great men: UP CM Yogi Adityanath

Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath on Wednesday spoke about the celebrations marking former Prime Minister Atal Bihari Vajpayee's 100th birthday, stating that these events are a medium for people to express their gratitude to the great men of the country.

NDA Leaders Meet at JP Nadda's Residence in Delhi

NDA leaders convene at BJP President JP Nadda's residence to strengthen alliance coordination and strategize for upcoming elections.

Delhi Court Rejects ED Charge Sheet in Coal Scam, Cites 'Insufficient Material'

A Delhi court has declined to take cognizance of a charge sheet/prosecution complaint filed by the Enforcement Directorate (ED) against Adhunik Corporation Limited and its two directors in a coal scam case.

PM Modi: Babasaheb led water conservation, congress ignored his role

In a no-holds-barred attack on Congress, Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday said that Babasaheb Ambedkar guided India's water conservation efforts but Congress never gave Babasaheb credit for these water conservation initiatives.

Apple confirms iOS 18.2.1 build number; iOS 18.3 beta update underway

Apple has confirmed that the upcoming iOS 18.2.1 update is in the works for iPhone users, with a build number of 22C161 now revealed.

JLL Report: 60% of new home buyers in India by 2030 will be millennials and Gen Z

As India's residential market picks up, the Millennials and Gen Z buyers are expected to comprise about 60 per cent of new homebuyers by 2030, the JLL, a global real estate services firm, anticipated in its year-end residential market note.

Delhi WCD Dept Calls Kejriwal's Mahila Samman Yojana 'Non-Existent'

The Delhi WCD department has clarified that the 'Mukhyamantri Mahila Samman Yojana' announced by CM Kejriwal does not exist and warned against fraudulent registration attempts.

Karnataka govt orders CID inquiry into BJP MLC Ravi incident

Karnataka Minister G Parameshwara announced on Tuesday that a CID inquiry has been ordered into the recent incident involving BJP MLC CT Ravi.

Stalin urges Jaishankar to ensure release of 17 fishermen held by Sri Lanka

Tamil Nadu Chief Minister MK Stalin urged External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar to intervene and secure the release of 17 Tamil Nadu fishermen who were apprehended by the Sri Lankan Navy.

Two security personnel injured in Naxal firing in Sukma

Two COBRA commandos of the Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) were injured in the exchange of fire with Naxals on Monday as they were securing a forward base established in the forest area of Sukma district in Chhattisgarh, according to officials.

Allu Arjun grilled by police in Sandhya theatre incident case

Actor Allu Arjun has returned to his residence after appearing at the Chikkadpally police station in Hyderabad in connection with the Sandhya theatre incident.

Maha farmers to lead second green revolution through green energy: CM

Fadnavis launches Solar Agriculture Feeder Project 2.0 to ensure power to farmers during day

Increase in voter turnout normal: EC clears Cong concerns on Maha polls

The Election Commission of India (ECI) has cleared misconceptions on voter turnout amidst concerns raised by the Congress party after the Maharashtra Assembly elections.