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17th Dubai Int'l Food Safety Conference kicks off at DWTC

The Dubai International TH Food Safety Conference, now in its 17th edition, commenced on December 11, 2023, at the Dubai World Trade Center (DWTC) with the theme 'Impact of Climate Change on Food Safety.'

India to host Quad Summit later in 2024

The e The anticipated QUAD (Quadrilateral Security Dialogue) Summit, originally scheduled for January in India, has been reportedly postponed to a later date in 2024, according to sources close to the matter. The decision stems from the logistical challenge of finding dates that align with the schedules of all QUAD partners.

Global South expresses deep disappointment over GST draft at COP28

The ongoing climate conference (COP28) has become a battleground for developing countries as they express deep dissatisfaction with the latest draft of the global stocktake (GST), a document considered pivotal to the conference’s outcomes.

TEACHERS, ADMINISTRATIVE STAFF IN POK DEMAND OVERDUE HIKE

The increase of 30 to 35 per cent is the basic right of the employees, which should be given to them. We have waited for five months on this matter,\" one of the protesting teachers said

Honda Elevate hits 20,000 sales since September launch

Honda Cars India on Saturday said its mid-sized Sports Utility Vehicle Elevate has crossed 20,000 sales mark since its launch in the domestic market in September this year.

Genrobotics chosen among top three Indian startups at global AI summit

Genrobotics, a Kerala-based startup acclaimed for leveraging technology for social change, has been adjudged among top three Artificial Intelligence (AI) startups of India at the Global Partnership on Artificial Intelligence (GPAI) Summit 2023 organised by the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology in New Delhi.

FCI boosts market supply with E-Auctions of Wheat, Rice

In a proactive measure to enhance the availability of essential commodities in the open market and mitigate inflationary trends, the Food Corporation of India (FCI) has successfully conducted 25 e-auctions, resulting in the sale of 48.12 Lakh Metric Tons (LMT) of wheat under the Open Market Sale Scheme (Domestic).

India's banking sector poised for growth: Fitch Ratings

Fitch Ratings presents a positive outlook for 2024, underlining the nation’s substantial improvement in 2023, surpassing expectations.

DHARAVI PROJECT TENDERFINALIZED DURING MVA GOVERNMENT: ADANI

The Adani Group won the Dharavi project through a transparent, internationally competitive, and equitable bidding procedure, the group announced in a statement

Defence portal for PM GatiShakti launched: Army Chief

Chief of the Army Staff, General Manoj Pande on Saturday said the Defence Portal for PM GatiShakti has been created and 300 infrastructure projects have been identified for dual purpose, which include four strategic tunnels and strategic railway lines.

BPSSC to employ AI in SI exam for 1,275 posts, 6.60 lakh candidates

The Bihar Police Subordinate Services Commission (BPSSC) will be using Artificial Intelligence (AI) powered system to prevent cheating during the preliminary examination for 1,275 posts of SubInspectors on Sunday.

Vande Bharat inauguration by PM Modi on Varanasi-Delhi route

Prime Minister Narendra Modi will visit his parliamentary constituency Varanasi on Sunday to inaugurate the Kashi Tamil Sangamam 2023 at Namo Ghat, according to the official statement.

PM MODI: SURAT DIAMOND BOURSE SYMBOLIZES NEW INDIA'S STRENGTH

This edifice is a representation of India’s renewed will and power,” he declared. Additionally, Modi stated that the Surat airport has the status

Electronics and services exports to contain slide in growth rate of trade

In the dynamic world of international trade, India faces a complex scenario as it endeavors to navigate global challenges and capitalize on potential opportunities.

Unemployment to 13.4 per cent in 2022-23 among graduates drops

According to a government survey, the unemployment rate among graduates aged 15 and above has seen a decline from 14.9% in the previous year to 13.4% in 2022-23.

M-cap of 9 of top-10 most valued firms surges by Rs 2.26 trillion

The past week witnessed a robust surge in the combined market valuation of nine out of the top 10 most valued firms, marking a significant uptrend in equities. Tata Consultancy Services (TCS) and Infosys emerged as the leading gainers amid this bullish trend.

Cabinet nod to India-US MoU on enhancing innovation ecosystems

In a move to significantly strengthen commercial opportunities in high-tech sector, India and the United States are set to enhance innovation ecosystems through an innovation handshake, the draft memorandum of understanding (MoU) for which was approved by the Union Cabinet chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, on Friday.

GROWTH RATE AT 6%, INDIA TO REMAIN LOWER MIDDLE ECONOMY BY 2047: FORMER RBI GUV

If the nation does not expand quicker, it will age demographically before it becomes richer, meaning that there is the burden of an ageing population to deal with at that point, Mr. Rajan said

India, US forge 'Innovation Handshake' to boost startup ecosystems

The Union Cabinet chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi has given its nod to the Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) between India and the United States.

INDIA POISED FOR BANKING SECTOR GROWTH AMIDST REGIONAL IMPROVEMENTS

Fitch Ratings presents a positive outlook for 2024, underlining the nation’s substantial improvement in 2023, surpassing expectations.

BSE OFFICIAL EMPHASIZES DIVERSE METRICS BEYOND FINANCIALS FOR COMPANY ASSESSMENT

\"India is growing and so the performance of companies should not just be numberdriven, rather companies should focus on being long lasting in nature,\" said Kamala Kantharaj, Chief Regulatory Officer at the Bombay Stock Exchange. \"If we have to walk that path, the way we are measuring companies has to undergo a change,\" she said in the 3rd Women Director Conclave held by Mentor MyBoard in the BSE.

21 firms bid for incentives for electrolyser manufacturing

Reliance Electrolyser Manufacturing, Adani New Industries, L&T Electrolysers and Bharat Heavy Electricals are among 21 companies that have bid for government’s incentives to set up 3.4 GW of annual capacity for manufacturing electrolyser, a critical component required for hydrogen production.

APSEZ EXPANDS STRATEGIC PARTNERSHIP WITH MSC

Terminal Investment Ltd acquires 49% stake in Adani Ennore Container Terminal Pvt Ltd (AECTPL) for an equity consideration of Rs 247 crore

COMPLETION OF ELECTION PROCESS BY APRIL 30: NAGALAND GOVERNMENT

The Nagaland government has informed the Supreme Court that the electoral process for urban local bodies in the state will be concluded by April 30, 2024.

The world wants India to rethink its tobacco policies

The Conference of the Parties (COP 10) to the World Health Organization Framework Convention on Tobacco Control (FCTC) will be held in faraway Panama in early February but it is crucial to review New Delhi’s India’s progress on tobacco control and shed light on strategy and supporting evidence for tobacco harm reduction.

NBCC: GOVT. OF INDIA'S CONSTRUCTION POWERHOUSE SETS SIGHTS ON GLOBAL EXPANSION, FORECASTS STEADY GROWTH AND RECORD ORDERS

BCC is a Govt. of India Civil Engineering Enterprise with N the status of Navratna CPSE and is the undisputed leader in the Construction Sector on the back of its capabilities, innovative approach, adherence to the highest standard of quality, timely delivery, and a dedicated workforce.

PM MITRA Park makes textile a vibrant sector Stakeholders

The Gujarat government’s industry-friendly policy, investments attracted through the platform provided by the Vibrant Gujarat Global Summit, and the upcoming PM MITRA Park in Navsari are set to boost the state’s efforts to promote the textile sector, officials and industry leaders said.

FOOD CORPORATION OF INDIA BOOSTS MARKET SUPPLY THROUGH E-AUCTIONS OF WHEAT, RICE

In a proactive measure to enhance the availability of essential commodities in the open market and mitigate inflationary trends, the Food Corporation of India (FCI) has successfully conducted 25 e-auctions, resulting in the sale of 48.12 Lakh Metric Tons (LMT) of wheat under the Open Market Sale Scheme (Domestic).

Union Minister Piyush Goyal launches LEADS 2023

Union Minister of Commerce and Industry Piyush Goyal on Saturday unveiled the Logistics Ease Across Different States (LEADS) 2023 at Bharat Mandapam, Pragati Maidan.

INDIA, OMAN EXPLORING SWIFT CONCLUSION OF FTA TALKS AMID PROGRESS IN TALKS

India-OMAN CEPA has potential to elevate the current modest level of trade relationship to higher level basing on tariff cuts by both sides.