PETRONET UNVEILS RS 40,000 CR INVESTMENT STRATEGY FOR 2028 PROFIT BOOST

Petronet draws Rs 40,000 cr investment plan to increase profitby 2028.Petronet LNG Ltd, the operator of the world's largest liquefied

Parliamentary panel criticizes slow progress of tourism Ministry's PRASHAD scheme

A parliamentary panel has observed that there are a total of 45 sanctioned projects under the Ministry of Tourism's PRASHAD scheme out of which \"only 20 have been completed,\" noting that its \"progress is very slow.\"

ASSAM KAZIRANGA NATIONAL PARK SETS RECORD FOR TOURIST VISITS

In the tourist year 2021-22, 2,55,676 visitors visited the park and the estimated revenue generated was around Rs 5,49,78,055

INDIA-CANADA TRADE SURGES IN 2023

The trade in goods between India and Canada has witnessed significant growth, reaching USD 8.2 billion in the first 10 months of 2023 compared to USD 6.9 billion in 2022, representing an impressive increase of 18.84 percent. Minister of State for External Affairs, V Muraleedharan, disclosed these figures based on data provided in Lok Sabha on Friday.

Indian markets surpass Hong Kong in daily stock trading volume

The Indian stock market has witnessed a remarkable surge in trading volumes, surpassing those of the Hong Kong exchange, a development emblematic of the widespread optimism surrounding Indian equities, notwithstanding growing apprehensions regarding valuations.

'Developing nations need more carbon space for growth'

During the World Sustainable Development Summit 2024 in the national capital, Union Minister R K Singh underscored the necessity for developing countries to have more carbon space to facilitate their economic growth. He emphasized that a significant 77 percent of the legacy carbon dioxide load has been directly caused by developed countries.

INDIA INFLATION LIKELY COOLED TO 3-MTH LOW IN JANUARY, SHOWS SURVEY

Inflation will average 5.4 per cent this fiscal year and 4.7 per cent in the next

'HUL aims to double ecommerce contribution in the next 5 years'

Hindustan Unilever Limited (HUL) is setting ambitious targets to bolster its presence in the e-commerce sphere, aiming to double its contribution from online sales over the next five years.

Maldives Faces High Risk Of External And Overall Debt Distress

The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has recently sounded a warning bell, indicating that the Maldives remains at a “high risk” of external and overall debt distress, driven by escalating fiscal deficits and mounting public debt.

HC RAPS MAN FOR FALSE CLAIM THAT HE, MINOR DAUGHTER FACED RACIAL DISCRIMINATION

The Bombay High Court has deprecated a man for claiming that he illegally brought his minor daughter to India from the Netherlands last year as both of them faced racial discrimination there by the family members of his estranged wife, a Dutch national.

Accounts officer of Tulja Bhavani temple trust held for accepting Rs 6 lakh bribe

The accounts officer of the trust that manages the famous Tulja Bhavani temple in Maharashtra’s Dharashiv district has been arrested for allegedly accepting a bribe of Rs 6 lakh, a police official said on Thursday.

Supreme Court Refused To Interfere With Madras High Court Direction To Conduct Murder Trial Inside Jail, Keeps Question Of Law Open

The Supreme Court in the case Sutherson v. Deputy Superintendent of Police and Anr. observed and has declined to entertain the petition moved wherein challenging a directive issued by the Madras High Court to conduct trial proceedings within prison premises.

Building inclusive cultures: LGBTQ+ at workplaces

Necessity for LGBTQ+ inclusion is inextricably linked to human rights law

India's true mfg rival is Vietnam, not China

If India wants to build a robust computer and electronics manufacturing industry, it needs to shift focus, fast. Instead of concentrating on the domestic market, it should become regionally competitive and export-driven. That means recognising that Vietnam, not China, is its biggest rival.

Lakshadweep Islands to receive Rs 3,600 crore infra upgrades

An official from the Indian government revealed a comprehensive infrastructure upgrade plan amounting to Rs 3,600 crore for the Lakshadweep islands, aiming to elevate them into a premier tourist destination. The ambitious project includes the development of port facilities, peripheral roads, beachfront amenities, and other vital infrastructure projects.

INDIA EYES $100,000 M INVESTMENT DEAL WITH SWITZERLAND, NORWAY

The proposed investment from EFTA countries is expected to generate over 1 million jobs in India

Kinetic Green launches E-Luna, electric avatar iconic

Kinetic Green, a leading manufacturer of electric vehicles in India, proudly Introduced the highly anticipated E-Luna today, a stylish, multi-utility electric two-wheeler with advanced technology and features, at a prestigious event in New Delhi.

LG energy expands battery sales to boost electric scooter adoption in India

South Korea’s LG Energy Solution, the biggest supplier of battery cells to electric scooter makers in India, plans to grow its presence in the country’s passenger vehicle market, the company said in a statement on Thursday.

IGL sets sights on 19 compressed biogas plants

Indraprastha Gas Limited (IGL), the nation’s biggest city gas operator, is looking to set up as many as 19 compressed biogas plants in four states as part of its efforts to expand business beyond natural gas and embrace cleaner forms of energy.

INOX wind secures 1,500 MW wind energy order from CESC

Wind energy solution provider Inox Wind has bagged an order for the supply of 1,500 MW wind energy from CESC Ltd. The deal is for Inox Wind’s latest DF/3000/145 Wind Turbine Generators (WTGs), each having a minimum capacity of 3.3 MW, as per a statement on Thursday.

ADANI'S FORTUNE REBOUNDS TO $100BN JUST 1 YEAR AFTER HINDENBURG REPORT

It took Gautam Adani a year to rejoin the exclusive club of individuals with fortunes exceeding $100 billion

UP to become first state with 21 airports: CM Yogi

Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath announced on Wednesday that UP will soon become the first state to have 21 airports, emphasizing the rapid pace of infrastructure development in the state.

11 Fair Price Shops of Himachal debut on ONDC in pilot project

In a significant step towards strengthening the ‘Digital India’, mission, the Government has onboarded, for the first time, Fair Price Shops (FPSs) to the Open Network Digital Commerce (ONDC) platform as a pilot project. The project to onboard the FPSs in Una and Hamirpur districts of Himachal Pradesh, was launched virtually in 11 FPSs, five of which are in Una and 6 in Hamirpur district.

Delhi LG approves DDA budget of Rs 8,811 crore

Delhi Lieutenant Governor VK Saxena on Wednesday approved the annual budget of the Delhi Development Authority (DDA) for the financial year 2024-25 with an outlay of Rs 8,811 crore.

RAJ BUDGET PROPOSES RS 10 B FOR SCHOOLS, COLLEGES, HOSPS; RECRUITMENT TO 70K POSTS

Finance Minister Diya Kumari said the former government ignored several assembly constituencies

INDIA EXPORTED TOTAL 169049.22 MT OF MILLETS IN FY24

The Agricultural & Processed Food Products Export Development Authority (APEDA), is actively promoting export of agricultural products, including millets, from India as well as providing assistance to registered exporters of millets under Agriculture & Processed Food Export Promotion Scheme. In financial year 2022-23, Indian states exported 169049.22 metric tonnes (MT) of millets, as per official data.

42% of Indian Kirana stores already moved away from Paytm

A survey released by Kirana Club on Thursday revealed that after the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) announced restrictions on the Paytm Payments Bank on 31 January, 42 per cent of mom-and-pop stores (or kirana stores) in India have already switched to using other mobile payment apps. It also added that nearly 20 per cent say they intend to use other payment apps.

Govt put economy among 'top five' globally, revitalised financial sector, overhauled credit ecosystem

An inheritance of a reform ready healthy economy rendered non-performing in 10 years, squandering away of credit for the 1991 economic changes after coming to power in 2004 and the UPA Government’s quest to maintain high economic growth by any means after the global financial crisis of 2008, severely undermining the macroeconomic foundations are among the key miscalculations of governance by the Congress-led coalition in power between 2004-2014, according to the White Paper presented by Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman on Thursday.

RBI KEEPS REPO RATE UNCHANGED AT 6.50%, PEGS GDP IN FY25 AT 7.0%

Looking ahead, the RBI expects recovery in rabi sowing, sustained profitability in manufacturing and underlying resilience of services to support economic activity in 2024-25.

MUMBAI UNIVERSITY HOSTS ANNUAL CONVOCATION 2023

Mumbai University marked a significant milestone with its Annual Convocation for the year 2023 held on Tuesday, February 7, 2024. The distinguished event witnessed the presence of Maharashtra Governor Ramesh Bais, UGC Chairman Prof. M.