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Andhra Pradesh's IT, Electronics and HRD Minister, Nara Lokesh, held a high-level meeting in New Delhi with the Board of Airbus, led by Chairman René Obermann along with the company's President and Managing Director for India & South Asia. This marked the first occasion that the Airbus board convened in India, where it is evaluating possibilities under the 'Make in India' initiative and advancing localisation. During the engagement, Lokesh put forward Andhra Pradesh's vision to host a state-of- ...Read More >
Recent Goods and Services Tax (GST) rate rationalisation has provided significant relief to key sectors in Uttar Pradesh, including handicrafts, textiles, and leather. New Delhi [India], October 2 (ANI): The recent Goods and Services Tax (GST) rate rationalisation has extended relief across key sectors, including handicrafts, food products, footwear, toys, textiles and industrial goods. According to a government release on Thursday, the reforms are expected to lower costs for consumers, i ...Read More >
Vijayawada (Andhra Pradesh) [India], October 2 (ANI): Minister for IT, Electronics and HRD, Government of Andhra Pradesh, Nara Lokesh on Thursday concluded a high-level meeting in New Delhi with the Board of the $180 bn Aerospace major Airbus, led by Chairman Rene Obermann and the President and Managing Director of Airbus India and South Asia. This is the first time the Airbus board has come to India and is exploring options on 'Make in India' and indigenisation. Also Read | Duplicate Ghee in ...Read More >
Hyderabad: The Electronics Components Manufacturing Scheme has received an overwhelming response from both domestic and international industry leaders. This reflects India's growing stature on the global stage and the increasing confidence of the domestic industry, including MSMEs, which have shown strong interest in making the country self-reliant in electronics manufacturing. The scheme is projected to create 1,42,000 direct jobs well above the target of 91,600 and a manifold number of indire ...Read More >
Vijayawada (Andhra Pradesh) [India], October 2 (ANI): Minister for IT, Electronics and HRD, Government of Andhra Pradesh, Nara Lokesh on Thursday concluded a high-level meeting in New Delhi with the Board of the $180 bn Aerospace major Airbus, led by Chairman Rene Obermann and the President and Managing Director of Airbus India and South Asia. This is the first time the Airbus board has come to India and is exploring options on 'Make in India' and indigenisation. Minister Lokesh delivered a st ...Read More >
Srinagar, Oct 02: Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha today paid tributes to Pujya Mahatma Gandhi on his Janm-Jayanti. The Lieutenant Governor said the ideals of Bapu are a source of inspiration for the entire humanity and it is the collective responsibility of the society to inculcate the values of non-violence, truth, tolerance and compassion in the young generation. "We live in a time when global challenges threaten to undermine peace and stability. We must follow the ideals of Pujya Bapu to add ...Read More >
Chennai, Oct 2 (PTI) The Chennai Customs has denied an allegation of bribery from a Chennai-based logistics company and claimed that the accusation of harassment and non-cooperation were demonstrably false. The firm's selective narrative was a deliberate tactic to pressure officials into releasing cargo without following due process, it said, responding to the accusation on its official handle. "The importer's social media posts reveal a calculated pattern: allegations of corruption when facin ...Read More >
Leh (Ladakh) [India], October 2 (ANI): The residents of Leh City in Ladakh are enjoying the relaxation of the curfew on Thursday. The streets are crowded with vehicles and pedestrians after the shops opened, as part of the relaxation permitted by the administration. The markets will open from 10 am to 5 pm today, providing relief to people who are finally able to step outside of their homes. A local resident stated, "The markets were closed for a week." Also Read | 100th Anniversary of RSS: PM ...Read More >
New Delhi, Oct 1 (PTI) India will not only attract USD 100 billion committed investments from the four-nation EFTA bloc under a trade agreement, but also look at an additional USD 150 billion, Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal said on Wednesday. He said that huge opportunities are there for companies from these four countries to invest in India. Under the India-EFTA trade and economic partnership agreement (TEPA), New Delhi has received a commitment of USD 100 billion FDI from EFTA o ...Read More >
Rajesh Agrawal assumed charge as Secretary, Department of Commerce, on Wednesday. He succeeded Sunil Barthwal, who retired September 30. Agrawal has three decades of experience in governance. He previously oversaw India's trade negotiations with various countries. He was chief negotiator for the India-US Bilateral Trade Agreement. He also managed export promotion for agriculture and allied sectors. Senior IAS officer Rajesh Agrawal on Wednesday assumed charge as Secretary, Department of Commerc ...Read More >
New Delhi, Oct 1 (IANS) Rajesh Agrawal, a 1994-batch IAS officer, has taken over as the new Secretary of the Department of Commerce, Ministry of Commerce and Industry, it said on Wednesday. Agrawal is a seasoned administrator with nearly three decades of experience in governance, policy making and implementation across several sectors, including skilling, human resource development, apprenticeship, power, fertiliser, agriculture, and MSMEs. He played a key role in shaping India's skill develop ...Read More >
New Delhi [India], October 1 (ANI): India's Goods and Services Tax (GST) collections continued their upward trajectory in September 2025, rising by 9.1 per cent to Rs 1,89,017 crore compared to Rs 1,73,240 crore in the same month last year. According to the data released on Wednesday, the figures mark the second consecutive month of robust growth in GST revenues, reflecting sustained economic activity and improved compliance. Also Read | Who is Shravan Mandhana? Know All About India Women's Na ...Read More >
New Delhi: Harvard University economist Kenneth Rogoff on Wednesday said the high tariffs on several countries, including India, and the steep H-1B visa fee hike imposed by the Trump administration will hold back the US economic growth. US President Donald Trump's decision to increase the application fee for H-1B visas is expected to impact Indian nationals, who accounted for almost 70 per cent of all such visas issued in the last few years. "The new visa rules were done in a very haphazard ma ...Read More >
New Delhi, Oct 1 (SocialNews.XYZ) Bankers on Wednesday welcomed the Reserve Bank of India's (RBI) decision to maintain the repo rate at 5.5 per cent with a neutral stance, saying the move reflects a balanced approach in supporting growth and ensuring price stability. A neutral stance requires neither stimulation nor curbs on liquidity as it strikes a fine balance between controlling inflation without hurting growth. According to Binod Kumar, MD and CEO of Indian Bank, the RBI MPC's stable poli ...Read More >
New Delhi [India], October 1: Festivals are more than celebrations; they are also about creating unforgettable moments with family and friends. Some of these precious moments with our loved ones are enjoyed together, in front of a TV. These could include watching a classic film together, enjoying a live garba stream, or simply watching festive specials. A high-quality television would surely elevate this experience. And this festive season, upgrading to a smart, feature-rich TV is easier than ev ...Read More >
Mumbai, Oct 1 (PTI) To enhance the resilience of the financial sector, the Reserve Bank on Wednesday announced that the expected credit loss (ECL) framework for provisioning is proposed to be made applicable to all financial institutions from April 1, 2027. Announcing the fourth bi-monthly monetary policy, RBI Governor Sanjay Malhotra said the ECL framework of provisioning with prudential floors is proposed to be made applicable to all Scheduled Commercial Banks (excluding Small Finance Banks ( ...Read More >
Themed 'Gateway to Growth: Harnessing Opportunities under India-UK CETA', the programme brought together senior government officials, diplomats, Export Promotion Councils (EPCs), industry leaders, and trade associations to deliberate on the transformative potential of the agreement for Indian exporters. The outreach event marked a crucial step towards strengthening India-UK trade ties and positioning Indian exporters to make the most of the CETA agreement. Anna Shotbolt, deputy trade commission ...Read More >
Bengaluru: Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge was admitted to MS Ramaiah Hospital in Bengaluru after developing a fever late Tuesday night, sparking concern among party workers and political leaders across the country. Doctors at the hospital are closely monitoring his condition and have assured that there is no immediate cause for alarm. Kharge, 83, was reportedly brought to the renowned medical facility after he complained of persistent fever. A medical team quickly initiated a series of d ...Read More >
Thiruvananthapuram, Oct 1 (UNI) Kerala has created history by becoming the first state in India to introduce a comprehensive Environment, Social and Governance (ESG) policy, aimed at bringing sustainability and ethical governance practices into the mainstream of industrial and entrepreneurial activities. The ESG policy is designed to attract investments that comply with global sustainability principles and position Kerala as the leading Indian destination for responsible and transparent busines ...Read More >
BHUBANESWAR: Even as the state continues to permit more and more NGOs to open schools for special children every year, an audit by the Comptroller and Auditor General (CAG) of India has exposed massive irregularities in the functioning of such institutions. The CAG report, which was released recently, has found that both the Social Security & Empowerment of Persons with Disabilities (SSEPD) department and School and Mass Education (SME) department have violated norms by allowing 35 per cent of ...Read More >
"Currently, there are around 800 medical device manufacturers in the country, and India's annual growth of the Medtech sector is 15 to 20 per cent," said Singh. Image: ANI India's pharma exports, currently valued at nearly USD 27.8 billion, are expected to cross $30 billion by the year-end, said Union Minister of State (Independent Charge) for Science and Technology Jitendra Singh on Tuesday. Singh stated that India's domestic pharma market is $60 billion, but is expected to double, that is, $1 ...Read More >
NEW DELHI, Sept 30: India's pharma exports, currently valued at nearly $27.8 billion, are expected to cross $30 billion by this year end , Union Minister of State (Independent Charge) for Science and Technology; Earth Sciences and Minister of State for PMO, Department of Atomic Energy, Department of Space, Personnel, Public Grievances and Pensions, Dr. Jitendra Singh said here today. Meanwhile, the Minister disclosed that India's domestic pharma market is $60 billion, but is expected to double ...Read More >
Mumbai: The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has revised its existing rules to make retail loans more flexible, widened the scope for lending against gold and silver collateral, and provide easier capital-raising avenues for banks besides improving credit information systems. Announced through seven directions and circulars on Monday evening, three of these changes will take effect from October 1, while four others have been released for public consultation until October 20, 2025. Draft proposals, me ...Read More >
New Delhi, September 30 (IANS): As the India-European Free Trade Association (EEFTA) Trade and Economic Partnership Agreement (TEPA) comes into effect from October 1, the India-EFTA Desk has been inaugurated as a single-window platform to facilitate EFTA investments in renewable energy, life sciences, engineering, and digital transformation, while fostering joint ventures, SME collaborations, and technology partnerships, the government said on Tuesday. The TEPA establishes India's first FTA wit ...Read More >
PNNKolkata (West Bengal) [India], September 30: For the people of Bengal, Durga Puja is more than a festival. It's an emotion filled with togetherness, culture, colours, and new beginnings. And what better time than now to upgrade your lifestyle with a stylish new smartwatch? Whether you're pandal hopping, managing hectic festive schedules, or keeping track of your health during the celebrations, a smartwatch can be your perfect companion. This year, Bajaj Finserv brings you unbeatable Durga Puj ...Read More >
VIJAYAWADA: In a bid to ensure the benefits of GST 2.0 reach every household, the Andhra Pradesh government has launched a comprehensive awareness campaign titled 'Super GST - Super Savings'. The initiative aims to educate citizens about the benefits of GST reforms through a series of awareness programmes across the State. During a video conference at his camp office on Monday, Chief Minister Nara Chandrababu Naidu reviewed the GST 2.0 campaign's progress with the Cabinet Sub-Committee, direct ...Read More >
GREATER NOIDA: The five-day Uttar Pradesh International Trade Show (UPITS) 2025 concluded on Monday with Union commerce and industry minister Piyush Goyal hailing its success as a "historic reflection" of the double engine government at work. The minister, during the valedictory session at India Expo Centre and Mart, praised the record-breaking participation of 507,099 visitors and over 2,250 exhibitors during the extravaganza. The crowd included 140,000 business delegates and international bu ...Read More >
The government's economic stimulus measures, which are scheduled to be rolled out in the final quarter of this year, are expected to help boost business confidence and increase the demand for loans among small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs). Pichit Mitrawong, president of the Small and Medium Enterprise Development Bank of Thailand (SME D Bank), said confidence among SME entrepreneurs in the fourth quarter is expected to rise, while loan demand is likely to double compared to the third qua ...Read More >
MUMBAI: Tata Capital's Rs 15,511-crore IPO -- Tata Group's biggest-ever and the largest by any NBFC -- will be open between Oct 6-8, with anchor bids on Oct 3. Priced at Rs 310-326 a share, the offer values the firm at Rs 1.32-1.38 lakh crore. Investors must bid for at least 46 shares.At the floor, pricing matches Tata Sons' rights issue earlier this year -- well below the grey-market frenzy that once saw trades over Rs 1,000 before Trump's tariff tantrums roiled equities.The 47.6-crore-share is ...Read More >
UPITS 2025, the Uttar Pradesh International Trade Show, has emerged as a game-changer for women entrepreneurs, offering them a platform to gain confidence, secure international deals, and showcase their brands globally. Under the leadership of Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath, the state government has implemented women-centric policies and simplified business procedures, making Uttar Pradesh a hub for trade and investment. Entrepreneurs from cities like Kanpur, Delhi-NCR, and Greater Noida have s ...Read More >
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