The Business Guardian - December 15, 2024

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December 15, 2024

ATAL PENSION PLAN HITS 7 CR SUBSCRIBERS

The Ministry of Finance recently announced a significant milestone for the Atal Pension Yojana (APY), with over 7.15 crore subscribers enrolled under the scheme as of December 2, 2024.

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RBI raises collateral-free agricultural loan limit to Rs 2 lakh

The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has announced an increase in the limit for collateral-free agricultural loans; this will be increased from Rs 1.6 lakh per borrower to Rs 2 lakh, effective from January 1, 2025.

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48 crore Indians enrolled in Rs 2 Lakh accident insurance under PMSBY

Nearly 48 crore individuals have enrolled in Rs 2 lakh accident insurance coverage through the Pradhan Mantri Suraksha Bima Yojana (PMSBY), the Finance Ministry said on Saturday.

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India's exports to US touch $ 77.5 bn in FY2024

India's exports to the United States have shown a consistent upward trend, valued at USD 77.5 billion in FY24, marking a growth rate of 10.3 per cent compounded annually (CAGR) over the last 30 years, according to a report by Bank of Baroda.

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India's CPI inflation to ease to 4.7-4.8 per cent in FY25

December data indicates further corrections in vegetable prices, while favorable soil moisture and reservoir levels are expected to support a robust Rabi harvest. Additionally, benign global food and energy prices are expected to keep food inflation risks low in the near term.

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Notices to non-compliant direct selling entities

The Central Consumer Protection Authority (CCPA) has issued notice to 17 companies that were found violating Consumer Protection (Direct Selling) Rules, 2021, the Ministry of Consumer Affairs, Food & Public Distribution said in a release.

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Dependence on traditional fuels would be 30% by time India turns 100: Puri

India's dependence on traditional fossil fuel-based energy will reduce to 30 per cent by the time the country celebrates its 100th year of independence, Petroleum and Natural Gas minister Hardeep Puri said on Friday.

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India's data centre investments to exceed $100 bn by 2027

With robust data centre (DC) demand fueling expansion into India's digital infrastructure, investment commitments in the industry are expected to surpass USD 100 billion by the end of 2027, according to a CBRE report.

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GOLD MAY EXPERIENCE STEADY, ALBEIT MODEST GROWTH IN 2025

The outlook for gold presents a mix of challenges and opportunities, with the precious metal poised for modest growth amid a dynamic global economic landscape in 2025, according to World Gold Council.

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UPI ACHIEVES 15,547 CRORE TRANSACTIONS

The Unified Payments Interface (UPI) has achieved 15,547 crore transactions worth Rs 223 lakh crore from January to November this year, the Finance Ministry said on Saturday.

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'India has become highway of communication'

India has become a huge highway of communication, said Union Minister for Communications, Jyotiraditya Scindia on Friday, highlighting the huge progress the country has made in the area of telecom and communication.

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UNLOCKING EFFICIENCY WITH PEROVSKITE AND TANDEM TECHNOLOGY

The solar industry has witnessed significant advancements in recent years, driven by the quest for renewable energy sources.

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Complex compliance, multiple slabs are alien to GST

In recent years, India has seen a significant rise in the availability and use of narcotics.

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How hybrid workforces can foster deeper human connections

In the quest to achieve a healthy work-life balance through a hybrid culture, are we losing our ability to foster deeper human connections?

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AgriTech Solutions collaborates with Basix to boost farmer incomes

Lab2Land AgriTech Solutions is pleased to announce a strategic collaboration with Basix Limited by signing a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) aimed at improving farmers' livelihoods across the region.

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Indian auto components industry sees 11.3 pc growth in H1 FY25

The Indian auto components industry has experienced robust growth in the first half of FY25, with a notable 11.3 per cent increase in its market size, according to Automotive Component Manufacturers Association (ACMA) report.

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Ambuja Cements commissions 200 MW solar power in Khavda

Ambuja Cements, the cement and building material company of the diversified Adani Portfolio, has successfully commissioned and started power transmission from its 200 MW solar power project in Khavda, said the company in a filing to exchange.

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RELIANCE COLLABORATES WITH MAHA TO BOOST ECCE

Aiming to strengthen early childhood care and education (ECCE) in Maharashtra, a network of 24 Anganwadi Learning Labs was launched on Friday at an event in Rayte village in Kalyan.

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Reliance Retail unveils a new range of Home Theatre LED TVs

Reliance Retail has launched six indigenously developed, made-for-India Home Theatre LED TVs in partnership with audio equipment specialist, HARMAN.

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VEDANTA SETS UP ‘VEDAKSHATA’ SKILLS TRAINING CENTRE IN ODISHA

Vedanta Aluminium has established a new skills training centre named 'VeDakshata' at Bileimunda village in the tribal-dominated Sundargarh district of Odisha.

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SINGHVI PRAISES SC FOR HALTING NEW SUITS ON RELIGIOUS DISPUTES

Abhishek Singhvi said the 1991 Act aimed to draw a definitive line to prevent endless disputes over historical religious sites, acknowledging that many religious structures are built atop others:

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WAQF AMENDMENT BILL STIRS FIERY DISCUSSION

MP Syed Naseer Hussain expressed concerns over the bill's potential to interfere with the autonomy of religious institutions.

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Intense debate takes place on Places of Worship Act, 1991

The Legally Speaking event, the third Law and Constitution Dialogue organised by iTV Network, hosted discussions on the widely debated Places of Worship (Special Provisions) Act, 1991, on Friday.

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A lawyer does not have an ideology inside court: Kapil Sibal

Kapil Sibal said the lawyer has no ideology except the ideology that is embedded in the constitution.

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INDIAN CONSTITUTION DYNAMIC, ADAPTABLE: MANISH TEWARI

Member of Parliament and former Union Minister Manish Tewari voiced concerns over expanding parliamentary seats to account for population growth.

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MPs discuss delimitation, representation, caste census

Parliamentarians stress equitable representation, demographic shifts, and the need for updated census data in delimitation.

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Women's Reservation Bill sparks vital debate on gender, society and political change

The bill marks a significant milestone, its implementation remains stalled, awaiting the next census and the completion of the delimitation process.

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'SIMULTANEOUS POLLS HAVE HISTORICAL PRECEDENCE'

Union Minister Meghwal addressed key issues like 'One Nation, One Election,' women's reservation, upcoming census, delimitation commission, among others

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