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Chennai, Jul 14 (PTI) The Tamil Nadu government on Monday said it appointed four senior bureaucrats as its official spokespersons to disseminate information on government schemes and initiatives to the members of the public through the media. This is the first time the state government has drafted the services of senior IAS officials. Also Read | How To Check Lottery Sambad Results: A Comprehensive Guide for Indian Lottery Enthusiasts. The move would not only ensure the dissemination of infor ...Read More >
Union Minister Piyush Goyal pledged to recommend a GST reduction on handicrafts and handlooms in Jammu and Kashmir. He addressed the FTII Traders Conclave 2025 in Srinagar. Goyal also announced a Centre of Excellence for Packaging and Design. Discussions included setting up a Centre of Excellence for storage technology. He assured support for startups and new talent. Union Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal on Sunday promised to recommend a reduction in the Goods and Services Tax impos ...Read More >
Srinagar, July 6: Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha today attended the 125th birth anniversary celebration of Dr Syama Prasad Mookerjee, at Tagore Hall, here. Paying rich tribute to Mookerjee on his birth anniversary, Sinha recalled his immense contributions as one of the key architects of modern India. "Dr Mookerjee was a visionary statesman, educationist and fearless Parliamentarian whose ideals continue to shape the destiny of India. His profound knowledge, and resolute commitment to social c ...Read More >
Srinagar, July 6: Union Minister of Commerce and Industry Piyush Goyal today said that the people of Kashmir have shown the world they will not be deterred by terrorism and will give a befitting reply to it. Speaking to reporters after attending the Traders' Conclave-2025, organized by the Federation of Trade and Industry of India (FTII) at SKICC, Goyal, referring to the recent attack in Pahalgam, said terrorists are unable to tolerate Kashmir's development. "I congratulate the people of Kashm ...Read More >
The industry has called for a cut in GST from 12 per cent to 5 per cent. "I have asked them to share the details with the Union finance ministry also. I will also talk and see how to bring (products) in the 5 per cent (GST) bracket... we will try to find a solution to this," he said, while addressing FTII Traders' Conclave in Srinagar. On Kashmiri apples, he said the industry has requested for more protection on this fruit, which at present attracts a minimum import price (MIP) Rs 50 per Kg an ...Read More >
Srinagar (Jammu and Kashmir) [India], July 6 (ANI): Union Minister of Commerce & Industry Piyush Goyal met with representatives of the Jammu-Kashmir Fruits and Vegetable Processing and Integrated Cold Chain Association (JKPICCA) in Srinagar on Sunday. The meeting focused on strategies to sustain industrial development in the cold chain and agro-processing sectors, crucial for strengthening J-K's agricultural economy and boosting exports. 'Today, I met with representatives of the Jammu-Kashmir ...Read More >
Srinagar (Jammu and Kashmir) [India], July 6 (ANI): Union Minister of Commerce & Industry Piyush Goyal met with representatives of the Jammu-Kashmir Fruits and Vegetable Processing and Integrated Cold Chain Association (JKPICCA) in Srinagar on Sunday. The meeting focused on strategies to sustain industrial development in the cold chain and agro-processing sectors, crucial for strengthening J-K's agricultural economy and boosting exports. 'Today, I met with representatives of the Jammu-Kashmir ...Read More >
Srinagar (Jammu and Kashmir) [India], July 6 (ANI): Union Minister Piyush Goyal enjoyed a 'shikara' ride on Dal Lake during his visit to Srinagar, Jammu and Kashmir on Sunday. Goyal told ANI, 'Even my Shikara's name is Peace of Heaven. The peace I experience when I come to Dal Lake takes me back to my school days. I haven't forgotten my childhood memories. God has given a heaven to the country.' Tourism in Jammu and Kashmir took a hit after the April 223 Pahalgam terror attack in which 26 peop ...Read More >
Srinagar (Jammu and Kashmir) [India], July 6 (ANI): Union Minister of Commerce and Industry Piyush Goyal, during his visit to Srinagar on Sunday, thanked people for their support during Operation Sindoor. 'We are indebted to the people of Kashmir for the way they supported Operation Sindoor and stood firm against terrorism. Like we have decided to end Naxalism by 2026, I am confident that together we will eradicate terrorism from its roots,' Goyal told ANI. Operation Sindoor was initiated on M ...Read More >
Srinagar (Jammu and Kashmir) [India], July 6 (ANI): Union Minister of Commerce & Industry Piyush Goyal met with representatives of the Jammu-Kashmir Fruits and Vegetable Processing and Integrated Cold Chain Association (JKPICCA) in Srinagar on Sunday. The meeting focused on strategies to sustain industrial development in the cold chain and agro-processing sectors, crucial for strengthening J-K's agricultural economy and boosting exports. Also Read | Delhi Shocker: Teenager Stabs 15-Year-Old Ki ...Read More >
Srinagar, July 06: Union Minister Piyush Goyal enjoyed a 'shikara' ride on Dal Lake during his visit to Srinagar, Jammu and Kashmir on Sunday. Goyal told ANI, "Even my Shikara's name is Peace of Heaven. The peace I experience when I come to Dal Lake takes me back to my school days. I haven't forgotten my childhood memories. God has given a heaven to the country." Tourism in Jammu and Kashmir took a hit after the April 223 Pahalgam terror attack in which 26 people on April 23. Goyal lauded the ...Read More >
Srinagar (Jammu and Kashmir) [India], July 6 (ANI): Union Minister of Commerce and Industry Piyush Goyal, during his visit to Srinagar on Sunday, thanked people for their support during Operation Sindoor. 'We are indebted to the people of Kashmir for the way they supported Operation Sindoor and stood firm against terrorism. Like we have decided to end Naxalism by 2026, I am confident that together we will eradicate terrorism from its roots,' Goyal told ANI. Operation Sindoor was initiated on M ...Read More >
The project aims to position the National Capital Region alongside global destinations like Paris, Tokyo and California. In a landmark move poised to transform India's entertainment landscape, Haryana Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini announced plans for the country's first Disneyland-style theme park in Manesar, just outside Delhi. As per HT, the 500-acre project, strategically positioned along the Kundli-Manesar-Palwal (KMP) Expressway and Haryana Orbital Rail Corridor, aims to position the N ...Read More >
Noida, Jul 4 (PTI) Police arrested three accused on Friday night for allegedly 'digitally arresting' a elderly woman advocate living in the Gautam Buddha Nagar district of Uttar Pradesh and defrauding her of more than Rs 3.29 crore, an official said. According to an official of the Cyber Crime Police Station, Hemantika Vahi, in her complaint filed on Tuesday, alleged that on June 10, she received a phone call where the caller informed that that four bank accounts had been opened using her Aadha ...Read More >
SHILLONG, July 4: The North Eastern Council (NEC) released a total of Rs 9.14 crore to the Meghalaya government last month to support various developmental sectors. In a statement, the NEC said the funds were allocated for projects related to road connectivity, tourism infrastructure, cultural infrastructure, and the development of deprived areas. The Council reaffirmed its commitment to the timely disbursement of funds to ensure the smooth and effective implementation of development projects i ...Read More >
Hyderabad (Telangana) [India] July 4 (ANI): Union Minister Rajnath Singh participated in the 128th birth anniversary celebration of Alluri Sitarama Raju. The Defence Minister arrived in Hyderabad for the celebrations this afternoon, accompanied by Union Ministers Gajendra Singh Shekhawat and G. Kishan Reddy. Singh addressed a gathering and paid tribute to the great freedom fighter. 'I bow in deep reverence to the great warrior who dedicated every moment of his life to the nation. I truly belie ...Read More >
Hyderabad (Telangana) [India] July 4 (ANI): Union Minister Rajnath Singh participated in the 128th birth anniversary celebration of Alluri Sitarama Raju. The Defence Minister arrived in Hyderabad for the celebrations this afternoon, accompanied by Union Ministers Gajendra Singh Shekhawat and G. Kishan Reddy. Singh addressed a gathering and paid tribute to the great freedom fighter. 'I bow in deep reverence to the great warrior who dedicated every moment of his life to the nation. I truly belie ...Read More >
Hyderabad (Telangana) [India] July 4 (ANI): Union Minister Rajnath Singh participated in the 128th birth anniversary celebration of Alluri Sitarama Raju. Also Read | PM Narendra Modi Conferred With 'The Order of the Republic of Trinidad & Tobago' During Ceremonial Event at President's House in Port of Spain (See Pics and Videos). The Defence Minister arrived in Hyderabad for the celebrations this afternoon, accompanied by Union Ministers Gajendra Singh Shekhawat and G. Kishan Reddy. Singh add ...Read More >
New Delhi: Chief minister Rekha Gupta, along with environment minister Manjinder Singh Sirsa, inaugurated Van Mahotsav 2025 and an exhibition at Bharat Mandapam on Thursday. The mahotsav also saw participation from nurseries and handicraft stalls, among other attractions.While promoting the campaign 'Ek Ped Maa Ke Naam' initiated by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Gupta said,"This is not just a celebration of tree planting, but a reflection of our collective responsibility towards mother Earth. It ...Read More >
New Delhi [India], July 3 (ANI): A new trade agreement between the United States and Vietnam is raising concerns and offering key lessons for India, especially for Indian exporters who see Vietnam as both a competitor and a partner in regional value chains, according to a report by the Global Trade Research Initiative (GTRI). The report highlighted that despite a historic trade agreement signed in 2000 that allowed Vietnamese goods to enter the US at concessional tariffs of 2 to 10 per cent, th ...Read More >
Srinagar, July 02: In a push towards inclusive job creation and industrial revival, the Government of India has unveiled the Employment Linked Incentive (ELI) scheme, with a massive outlay of Rs 99,446 crore to support the generation of over 3.5 crore new jobs across India. The scheme is being hailed as a "game-changer" by business leaders and entrepreneurs in Jammu & Kashmir, who believe it could dramatically alter the employment landscape of the Union Territory.The scheme, launched under the M ...Read More >
Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], July 01 (ANI): The Indian stock markets ended their day in green, marginally above yesterday's closing level, after snapping a four-session winning streak in the previous session. At the end of the trading session, Nifty was up 15.30 points or 0.06 per cent at 25,532.35 and the BSE's Sensex was up by 33.24 points or 0.04 per cent, reaching 83,639.70. 'Nifty has closed above the previous day's low, indicating yesterday's sell-off was only a temporary profit-booking ...Read More >
New Delhi: With the completion of eight years, implementing the goods and services tax (GST) -- one of the country's biggest tax reforms, India has broken all the stereotypes by showcasing a perfect balance between Centre and state administrations and coming together to make decisions and resolve issues as well. Back on July 1, 2017, the GST was rolled out with a promise that the country will bring 'one nation, one tax' by merging various indirect taxes under one umbrella. As of today, it is pa ...Read More >
Srinagar, June 30: Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Monday said that the ongoing Buyer-Seller Meet in Kashmir is not aimed at attracting tourists but at forging meaningful trade relationships that support local artisans and strengthen the region's handicrafts economy. "Tourists don't come for buyer-seller meets anywhere. This event is meant for buyers -- both domestic and international -- who are here to source in bulk, not to make one-off purchases," Omar said while speaking to reporters at the ...Read More >
Raipur, June 30 (SocialNews.XYZ) The Chhattisgarh Cabinet on Monday approved 'State Logistics Policy-2025' which is a comprehensive framework introduced by the government to transform the state into a major logistics and export hub. The policy aligns with India's National Logistics Policy and is aimed at reducing logistics costs, boosting industrial competitiveness, and enhancing export capabilities, Deputy Chief Minister Arun Sao said here. Chhattisgarh's geographic location -- positioned at ...Read More >
Mumbai : Filmmaker Subhash Ghai recently took a trip down memory lane as he remembered the late actor Irrfan Khan. Ghai shared an old photo from an award ceremony with the actor, along with an emotional note that quickly caught the attention of fans online. In the photo, Ghai and Irrfan can be seen smiling. Ghai, who worked with Irrfan in the film 'Right Yaa Wrong,' took to his Instagram account to share a post praising him not just as an actor but as someone who deeply understood the art of s ...Read More >
BENGALURU: Reacting to the row involving Italian fashion brand Prada and Kolhapuri chappals, RDPR minister Priyank Kharge said artisans and their legacy must be "showcased" instead of being "sidelined" by international fashion houses. "So, Prada is selling what are essentially Kolhapuri chappals for Rs 1.2 lakh a pair," he said on X. He said local handicrafts and artisans should be promoted through cultural entrepreneurship. "They don't just deserve credit, they deserve better prices, wider expo ...Read More >
New Delhi: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday hailed the transformative role of women across India who are leading change through Self-Help Groups (SHGs), preserving heritage and shaping a new future for the nation. Speaking during the 123rd episode of his monthly radio programme Mann Ki Baat, Modi underlined how initiatives led by women are giving new strength to the 'Women-Led Development' movement. "Just as our India is known for its regional, linguistic and cultural diversity, the dive ...Read More >
Shillong: PM Modi's 'Mann Ki Baat' broadcast on Sunday celebrated Meghalaya's unique Eri silk, which has recently received the prestigious Geographical Indication (GI) Tag."Eri silk is not just a fabric; it is a heritage of Meghalaya, lovingly preserved and enriched over generations, especially by the Khasi community," said the PM. He noted its distinct production process, which is entirely non-violent, earning it the name 'Ahimsa Silk', as the silkworms are not harmed in its extraction. This me ...Read More >
Shillong, June 29: Prime Minister Narendra Modi, on Sunday, praised Meghalaya's traditional Eri silk and its distinctive handicrafts, calling them a testament to India's rich cultural heritage and sustainable craftsmanship. The statement comes during the 123rd episode of his monthly radio address Mann Ki Baat Modi highlighted the recent Geographical Indication (GI) tag awarded to Eri silk, describing it as a "proud moment not just for Meghalaya, but for the entire country. Known as 'Ahimsa sil ...Read More >
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