GOVERNMENT ANNOUNCES TAX EXEMPTIONS FOR BUSINESSES WITH ANNUAL TURNOVER OF UP TO RS 40 LAKH

The Ministry of Finance said that businesses with an annual turnover of up to Rs 40 lakh are GST exempt. Initially, this limit was Rs 20 lakh.

ECI approves guidelines for conduct of general/bye elections amid pandemic

Election Commission of India approved the broad guidelines for conduct of general/bye elections during COVID-19 period.

Delhi Airport develops portal for all international arriving passengers across India

Delhi International Airport Limited today announced that it has developed a first-of-its-kind portal where India-bound international arriving flyers can fill the mandatory self-declaration form and also apply online for exemption from mandatory institution quarantine process.

Cabinet approves setting up of National Recruitment Agency to conduct Common Eligibility Test

The Union Cabinet chaired by the Prime Minister, Narendra Modi has given its approval for creation of National Recruitment Agency (NRA), paving the way for a transformational reform in the recruitment process for central government jobs.

World Has Lot Riding On India And China: EAM Jaishankar

The world has a lot riding on India and China given their size and the impact, External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar said, suggesting that the future of ties between the two countries would depend on reaching some kind of equilibrium or understanding.

RENEWABLE POWER SURGES AS PANDEMIC SCRAMBLES GLOBAL ENERGY OUTLOOK, NEW REPORT FINDS

The pandemic-induced global economic meltdown has triggered a drop in energy demand and related carbon emissions that could transform how the world gets its energy – even after the disease wanes, according to a report released today by the International Energy Agency (IEA).

RAPIDLY CHANGING ENERGY LANDSCAPE

Energy is an essential factor in the effort to achieve sustainable development. India has taken significant steps to enhance its energy security. It is investing in a variety of measures, such as increasing the capacity of renewable energy in the energy mix, increasing efficiency of energy utilization, and ensuring universal access to electricity and clean cooking fuels. Rajnath Ram, NITI Aayog, in conversation with TCA Avni for Energy Future talks about the role technology will play in energy transitions, the challenges for the renewable energy sector, and the role of NITI Aayog in the changing energy landscape.

CORONAVIRUS WAKE UP CALL FOR SOLAR INDUSTRY, NEED TO SET UP MORE MANUFACTURING FACILITIES IN INDIA

The COVID-19 pandemic has been a wake-up call for the domestic solar industry as it is heavily dependent on imports, but domestic manufacturing can be sustained only if there is profitability, a senior official of Tata Power Solar said.

TRANSITIONING TOWARDS CLEAN ENERGY

Dramatic steps have been taken to reduce emissions and transition to cleaner sources of energy. Apart from efforts for steep reduction in climate change consistent with the Paris Agreement, it is equally import to reduce air pollution and provide universal electricity access to people. David Turk, IEA, in conversation with TCA Avni for Energy Future talks about challenges and progress to meeting clean energy transition goals.

TRANSITION POTENTIAL TO NATURAL GAS IN THE MSME SECTOR IN INDIA'S NATIONAL CAPITAL REGION

The industrial sector is a consumer of energy and a major contributor to greenhouse gas emissions and consequently the target of many government policies to transition to cleaner fuels. The micro, small and medium enterprises, however, are constrained by a number of unique challenges. In this article, Jonathan D Syiemlieh discusses the challenges and opportunities in transitioning these enterprises to natural gas.

GREEN STEEL FOR A GREEN ECONOMY

The ‘harder to abate’ sectors – a categorization that includes the iron and steel sector – account for around 40% of the total carbon dioxide emissions from today’s energy system, and these emissions will increase as emerging economies continue to develop unless steps are taken to promote ‘green steel’. In this article, Will Hall, Thomas Spencer, and Sachin Kumar discuss short- and long-term actions for the iron and steel sector, covering the technological solutions and possible policy options that could help drive a sustainable transition.

INDIA'S ENERGY TRANSITION The Challenge with Decision-Making at a Time of Rapid Change

India has set ambitious targets towards the achievement of the dual goals of climate action and sustainable development through its nationally determined contributions and energy access commitments. As India starts a new decade of energy transition, it is an opportune time to assess where India stands in achieving its targets as well as to identify the key challenges being faced during this transition. Parul Kumar and Bharath Jairaj discuss these issues and offer insights into solutions that can help India achieve its goals.

$110 TRILLION RENEWABLES STIMULUS PACKAGE COULD CREATE 50 MILLION JOBS

As the world continues to grapple with the worst global pandemic in living memory, economists everywhere are warning that we are witnessing the unravelling of something far grimmer than the 2008 financial crisis.

Coronavirus And Climate: Australia's Chance To Shift To Green Energy

The COVID-19 pandemic is a “huge opportunity” to fast-track Australia’s shift towards more renewable energy, climate scientists have told the BBC.

Coronavirus Crisis Hits Solar And Wind Energy Industry

Swinerton Renewable Energy had everything it needed to build a promising new solar farm in Texas. It lined up more than 2000 acres for the $109 million project estimated to generate 400 jobs while under construction.

India, US reaffirm to work towards free, open, prosperous Indo-Pacific

India and the US have reaffirmed their commitment to work towards ensuring a free, open, inclusive, peaceful and prosperous Indo-Pacific. They also agreed on the need to deepen cooperation in the United Nations, especially during India's membership of the United Nations Security Council.

In a first for an Arab nation, UAE launches Mars mission

The United Arab Emirates celebrated the launch of its Hope probe to Mars, the first interplanetary mission by an Arab nation.

Govt launches Special Liquidity Scheme to improve liquidity for NBFCs and HFCs

The Union Government has launched the Special Liquidity Scheme of 30 thousand crore rupees to improve the liquidity position for Non-Banking Finance Companies- NBFCs and Housing Finance Companies- HFCs. The scheme was launched through a Special Purpose Vehicle in the form of SLS Trust set up by SBI Capital Markets Limited (SBICAP).

Government launches ASEEM portal to help skilled people find sustainable livelihood opportunities

Union Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship launched Aatamanirbhar Skilled Employee- Employer Mapping (ASEEM) portal to help skilled people find sustainable livelihood opportunities.

One Nation One Ration Card scheme now enabled in 20 States/UTs

The One Nation One Ration Card facility was started as inter-State portability of ration cards in 4 States w.e.f. August 2019. Since then, a total of 20 States/UT have been integrated together into a seamless national portability cluster w.e.f. June 2020. Thus, this facility is currently enabled for NFSA cardholders in 20 States/UTs.

PRAGYATA: Guidelines on digital education announced by HRD Ministry

HRD Ministry announces guidelines for online classes; recommends restrictions on screen time.

Australia announces biggest budget deficit since World War II

The Australian government announced the countrys biggest budget deficit since World War II.

India Among Top Ten Nations In Intellectual Property Filings

As per World Intellectual Property Indicators-2019 Report, India has emerged as the top tenth nation in the ranking of the total (resident and abroad) Intellectual Property (IP) filing activity.

Canada Suspends Extradition With Hong Kong Over China's Security Law

Canada suspended its extradition treaty with Hong Kong to protest the tough new national security law China has enacted in the financial hub.

अंतरास्ट्रीय परिदृश्य

अंतरास्ट्रीय परिदृश्य

राष्ट्रीय परिदृश्य

लद्दाख में सैन्य संघर्ष के पश्चात् भारत चीन सम्बन्धों में तनाव (कर्नल सहित भारत के 20 जवान शहीद)

WHY NOW IS THE TIME WHEN WE NEED MENTORS MORE THAN TRAINERS

India opened its borders for foreign market in the 1990s and this liberalisation brought jobs, opportunities and money.

THE NEED OF REDESIGNING CONVENTIONAL MODE OF EDUCATION

Very few institutes are working towards the new skills development which is essential for motivating the students to explore and fulfill the demands of the recent changes in the globalized environment of business and technology.

THE COMPLEMENTING SKILLS AND COMPETENCIES OF BUSINESS ANALYTICS

I was facilitating a development workshop for a team of business analysts who were consulting with a global telecom giant.

AVERAGE IS DEAD, RE-SKILL TO BE RELEVANT

Advances in artificial intelligence, automation and digitization are disrupting how businesses carry out work today.