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Ayushman driving big gains in cancer treatment: Lancet
December 23, 2024
Timely cancer treatment initiation in India has improved by 36% since 2018, largely attributed …
Now, the poor don't have to think about the cost as they have assurance of treatment up to Rs 5 …
The Ayushman Bharat scheme has significantly reduced financial barriers, especially for the poor
PM Modi Receives Kuwait's Highest Civilian Honour, His 20th International Award
December 23, 2024
PM Modi, has been conferred with over 20 international honours
PM Modi joins the likes of US presidents Bill Clinton and George Bush and UK royal King Charles …
PM Modi was conferred with Kuwait’s highest civilian honour, the ‘Mubarak Al-Kabeer Order’
India’s IPO Boom: Record Rs 1.6 Lakh Crore Raised In 2024, Bigger Plans In 2025
December 23, 2024
Fundraising via IPOs in India hit another landmark as economic growth; market conditions and …
Fundraising momentum via IPOs in India is expected to accelerate further in the new year 2025, …
The exceptional vibrancy of the IPO market was evident, with December alone seeing at least 15 …
In special gesture, Kuwait PM sees off PM Modi at airport
December 23, 2024
In a special gesture, Kuwaiti PM Ahmad Abdullah Al-Ahmad Al-Sabah came to see off PM Modi at …
During PM Modi’s significant visit to Kuwait, the two countries elevated their relationship to …
This visit to Kuwait was historic and will greatly enhance our bilateral relations. I thank the …
From US, Russia and France: List of top international awards conferred to PM Modi over the years
December 23, 2024
PM Modi receives Kuwait's highest honour, the Order of Mubarak Al-Kabeer, further expanding his …
PM Modi receives Kuwait's highest honour; this marks the 20th international honours conferred …
The ‘Order of St. Andrew’ by Russia, ‘Legion of Merit’ by US and ‘Grand Cross of the Legion of …
"Cinema, Cuisine, Tourism": In Kuwait, PM Modi Reflects On India's 'Soft Power'
December 23, 2024
In Kuwait and the Gulf, Indian movies stand out as a prime example of this cultural connection: …
India's soft power has grown significantly alongside its expanding global presence, …
Reflecting on how India's soft power can influence its global outreach, PM Modi in Kuwait says “…
‘India Has Cheapest Mobile Data': PM Modi To Indian Workers In Kuwait
December 23, 2024
India has the cheapest data (internet) and if we want to talk online anywhere in the world or …
PM Modi in Kuwait visits Gulf Spic Labour Camp and interacts with Indian workers
Video calling is very cheap in India and people can stay connected with their family members: …
PM Modi to distribute over 71,000 appointment letters in Rozgar Mela ceremony on December 23
December 23, 2024
PM Modi will distribute more than 71,000 appointment letters to newly-recruited personnel in …
The Rozgar Mela initiative, aims to fulfill PM Modi’s commitment to prioritising employment …
Rozgar Mela is designed to offer meaningful employment opportunities to young people, enabling …
Net inflows in SIPs up 233 pc in India this year, MF industry sees 135 pc growth
December 23, 2024
Number of new SIPs registered increased to 49.47 lakh at the end of November, as against 30.80 …
There has been a massive 233% growth (year-on-year) in overall net inflows in SIPs in India …
Overall net inflows in SIPs stood at Rs 9.14 lakh crore from January to November this year, as …
Number of "active" companies in India climbs 54% in just five years
December 23, 2024
Corporate India is expanding its footprint at a scorching pace: Ministry of Corporate Affairs
India witnessed a 54% surge in active companies over the past five years, reaching 1.78 million …
In absolute terms, in India the jump of active companies to 1.78 million from 1.16 million …
India, Kuwait elevate ties to strategic partnership
December 23, 2024
PM Modi's visit to Kuwait, was marked by the two sides signing a significant agreement to boost …
The defence agreement between Indian and Kuwait will institutionalise bilateral cooperation in …
Expressing appreciation of their ongoing bilateral cooperation in security, both India and …
NTT DATA seeks to harness India’s position as global delivery hub, says firm’s Asia-Pacific head.
December 23, 2024
NTT aims to strengthen its presence in India, double its growth rate, and leverage the country'…
NTT already holds a strong presence in India, having expanded its employee base to 40,000 in …
India serves as the base for a major delivery centre that supports the global business: John …
PM Modi praises surge in 'Made in India' products in Kuwait, emphasises trade as important pillar of bilateral relationship
December 23, 2024
PM Modi in an interview to Kuwait News Agency highlights growing trade, energy partnership, and …
We are happy to see 'Made in India' products, particularly in automobile, electrical and …
India today is manufacturing world-class products at the most affordable cost: PM Modi
India’s leather exports likely to grow by over 12% to $5.3 billion this fiscal, says CLE
December 23, 2024
The country's leather and footwear exports are expected to grow by over 12% to $5.3 billion in …
Several global leather companies, including from the US, are showing keen interest in setting …
Our leather exports were $4.69 billion in 2023-24, and this fiscal we are expecting it to …
PLI Schemes Propel India’s Manufacturing Growth with Rs 1.97 Lakh Crore Investment
December 23, 2024
PLI schemes have attracted investments worth Rs 1.46 lakh crore (USD 17.5 billion) and …
India’s PLI schemes, launched in 2020, are reshaping the country’s manufacturing and export …
Exports under the scheme have reached Rs 4 lakh crore (USD 48 billion), while creating direct …
Snacks, Laughter And More, PM Modi's Candid Moments With Indian Workers In Kuwait
December 22, 2024
PM Modi meets Indian workers at the Gulf Spic Labour Camp in Kuwait
PM Modi shares snacks with Indian workers at the Gulf Spic Labour Camp in Kuwait
PM Modi is on a 2-day visit to Kuwait – the first by an Indian Prime Minister in 43 years
When PM Modi Fulfilled A Special Request From 101-Year-Old IFS Officer’s Kin In Kuwait
December 22, 2024
An emotional moment for 101-year-old IFS officer Mangal Sain Handa as PM Modi meets him in …
Handa has served in multiple countries like Iraq, Kuwait, China, Argentina, UK and Cambodia in …
My father keeps talking about Indian politics and PM Modi is his idol. The embassy conveyed to …
PM Modi hails diaspora in Kuwait, says India has potential to become skill capital of world
December 22, 2024
PM Modi hails the Indian diaspora’s contribution to the global growth during his visit to Kuwait;…
Hailing Indian diaspora in Kuwait PM Modi says “India has the potential to become the ‘skill …
Every year, hundreds of Indians come to Kuwait. You have added an Indian touch to Kuwaiti …
25% of India under forest & tree cover: Government report
December 22, 2024
India's total forest and tree cover (as of 2023) stands at 827,357 sq km, which is around 25% …
India's forest cover area rises by 1,445.8 sq km compared to the last assessment done in 2021
Total forest cover in the country spans an area of 715,342.6 sq km (21.7%), while the tree …
Indian PM: Trade, commerce important pillars of relationship with Kuwait
December 22, 2024
Trade and Commerce have been important pillars of bilateral relationship between Kuwait and …
India and Kuwait share a deep and historic bond and the relationship between both countries has …
Our bilateral trade has been on an upswing. Our energy partnership adds a unique value to our …
"Here To Celebrate Your Achievements": PM Modi To Indian Community In Kuwait
December 22, 2024
The Indian community has filled Kuwait's canvas with colours of Indian skills, mixed essence of …
PM Modi met with Indian diaspora in Kuwait, says “I am here to celebrate your achievements”
It takes you four hours to come here (Kuwait) from India, but it took an Indian PM four decades …
Modi Has Justified ‘Kashi Ka Beta’ Tag, Say Residents As PM Marks 10 Years As Varanasi MP
December 22, 2024
“Dus saal pehle aap humko Banaras ka sansad banaila, ab 10 saal baad Banaras humke Banarasi …
I believe that PM Modi has justified his words ‘Kashi Ka Beta’. In the last 10 years, Kashi has …
As 2024 marks a decade of PM Modi’s representation of Kashi, the residents of Varanasi says …
India’s Middle East Strategy: What Kuwait Brings To The Table
December 22, 2024
Looking back just ten years, the difference in India’s standing in the Gulf is like night and …
For too long, Kuwait has felt like a somewhat underdeveloped aspect of India’s regional strategy;…
Kuwait’s Foreign Minister’s recent commendations of PM Modi as “one of the wisest leaders in …
‘Contributing to talent, tech and tradition’: PM Modi hails Indian diaspora in Kuwait
December 22, 2024
Today, Kuwait is a very important energy and trade partner of India. India is also a big …
PM Modi hails the role of the Indian diaspora in Kuwait and highlights their contribution in …
India and Kuwait have a “shared interest in peace, security, stability and prosperity in the …
PM Modi lauds Arabic translator, publisher of Ramayana, Mahabharata in Kuwait
December 22, 2024
I compliment Abdullah Al Baroun and Abdul Lateef Al Nesef for their efforts in translating and …
PM Modi in Kuwait praises two Kuwaiti nationals’ Abdullah Al Baroun and Abdul Lateef Al Nesef …
PM Modi signs the copies of the Arabic versions of the two epics “Ramayana” and “Mahabharata”, …
"You Bowled A Carrom Ball": PM Modi Writes Emotional Letter To R Ashwin On Surprising Retirement
December 22, 2024
You bowled a carrom ball: PM Modi writes heartfelt letter to R Ashwin on his retirement from cricket
As you bid farewell to international cricket, jersey number 99 will be sorely missed: PM Modi …
Each one of the 765 international wickets that you took across all formats was special: PM Modi …
PM Narendra Modi Pitches For Kutch’s Rann Utsav: ‘Awaits You All’
December 22, 2024
PM Modi urges everyone to experience Rann Utsav in Kutch
Kutch awaits you all! Come, discover the pristine White Rann, the spectacular culture and warm …
Rann Utsav, which goes on till March 2025 promises to be an unforgettable experience for you …
Without India, the world can’t really move forward, says former German ambassador Walter J Lindner
December 22, 2024
India's spirituality, history, culture, religions, music—all these have left an imprint …
India has much more importance than just soft power. It is a country without whose opinion and …
If you have to fight against plastic, or steer mega cities, or find a solution to the water …
Net Inflows In SIPs Up 233 Per Cent In India This Year, MF Industry Sees 135 Per Cent Growth
December 22, 2024
There has been a massive 233% growth (year-on-year) in overall net inflows in SIPs in India …
Overall net inflows stand at Rs 9.14 lakh crore from January to November this year, as against …
SIP assets under management (AUM) stands at Rs 13.54 lakh crore in November, as against Rs. 9.…
A Cleaner Digital Tomorrow: Building Swachh Digital Bharat by 2025
December 22, 2024
India is emerging and prospering as a global beacon in the digital revolution sphere
The programmes like Digital India have significantly contributed by improving the digital …
Government services like Digi-Locker, e-Governance portal is fostering transparency, reducing …
Cabinet approves minimum support price for Copra for the 2025 season
December 21, 2024
The Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs approved the Minimum Support Price (MSP) for copra …
The MSP for milling copra is set at ₹11,582 per quintal and ₹12,100 per quintal for ball copra, …
Modi-led Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs has given its approval for the MSP for copra for …
India's PLI schemes drive Atmanirbhar Bharat vision with Rs1.97 lakh crore boost
December 21, 2024
India’s PLI scheme has catalyzed investments worth Rs1.46 lakh crore (USD 17.5 billion), …
India’s PLI scheme has created direct and indirect employment for 9.5 lakh individuals. As of …
According to the Ministry of Commerce and Industry, the PLI initiative, launched in November …
PE investments in residential realty up 104% on year, Mumbai most favoured
December 21, 2024
Private equity (PE) investment in Indian real estate has reached $ 4.2 billion in 2024, …
Among the various sectors, residential real estate has emerged as a standout performer, with a …
In 2024, investors from the UAE were the largest contributors, investing $1.7 billion, which …
Inflows into largecap MFs up 731% in a yr, sectoral funds see 289% growth
December 21, 2024
Total inflows into the mutual fund industry grew by 135.38 per cent at Rs 60,295.30 crore in …
The net AUM which was at Rs 49.05 trillion in November last year, crossed the historic …
The Indian mutual fund industry, which has witnessed an over 135 per cent surge in net inflows …
PM's Kuwait Visit: 'Hala Modi' Mega Diaspora Event To Have 5,000 Attendees, Bilateral Ties To Get Big Boost
December 21, 2024
PM Modi is paying the visit to Kuwait at the invitation of Kuwaiti Emir Sheikh Meshal Al-Ahmad …
PM Modi will be on a two-day visit to Kuwait from Dec 21 in what will be the first trip to the …
PM's Kuwait Visit: The stage is set for the Hala Modi mega diaspora event, with around 5,000 …
Ayodhya overtakes Taj Mahal, becomes UP's top tourist destination in 2024
December 21, 2024
Uttar Pradesh has set new tourism records, attracting a remarkable 476.1 million tourists …
At the forefront of this surge is Ayodhya, the spiritual heart of the country, which has …
Mohan Sharma, a senior travel planner based in Lucknow, described Ayodhya as “the epicenter of …
Defence ministry inks Rs 7,629 crore contract for 100 more K-9 Vajra-T artillery guns
December 21, 2024
The defence ministry on Friday inked a Rs 7,629 crore contract with L&T for the procurement of …
The 100 new K-9 Vajra-T guns, with a strike range of 28-38 km, will add to the 100 such 155mm/52-…
The 100 new K-9 Vajra-T guns, which will be inducted over the next four-five years, will be …
Single Window System grants Rs 4.81 lakh approvals
December 21, 2024
India's National Single Window System has processed 7.1 lakh applications, granting 4.81 lakh …
India has attracted $991 billion in FDI since 2000, with 67% coming in the last decade
Production-linked incentive schemes have generated ₹1.46 lakh crore in investments and 9.5 lakh …
Amit Shah hails SSB, says it’s time to end infiltration by 2 ‘friendly neighbours’
December 21, 2024
It is time to completely stop infiltration through our borders with two friendly neighbours: …
We have to nab each person crossing the border with an intention to harm India, says Amit Shah
In Jharkhand and Bihar, SSB played a key role in combating Maoists. The movement is almost over …
36 cr beneficiaries verified under Ayushman Bharat PM-Jan Arogya Yojana
December 21, 2024
Nearly 36 crore beneficiaries have been verified under Ayushman Bharat Pradhan Mantri- Jan …
8.39 crore hospital admissions worth over Rs 1.16 lakh crore have been authorized under the …
In March 2024, 37 lakh families of ASHA, Anganwadi Workers, and Anganwadi Helpers were also …
India Inc raises record ₹1.29 lakh crore through QIPs in CY24
December 21, 2024
The top 10 companies have contributed roughly half of the total QIP amount raised this year, …
The year was dominated by the Real Estate, Utilities, Automobiles, Metals, and PSU Banks sectors,…
Ninety-one companies have raised ₹1.29 lakh crore from qualified institutional placements (QIPs)…
Pamban Bridge project: Indian Railways completes country’s first vertical lift sea bridge
December 21, 2024
The new Pamban bridge is an architectural marvel, spread over 2.05 kilometres with 100 spans of …
Indian Railways has achieved a major feat with the completion of the Pamban bridge, the country’…
Pamban bridge project: The newly built bridge which is a testament to modern engineering will …
Over 42,500 Supreme Court judgments translated into regional languages using AI
December 21, 2024
With an increasing use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in legal work, 36,324 Supreme Court …
AI Translation Committees of the High Courts are monitoring the entire work relating to …
AI Translation Committees of the High Courts are monitoring the entire work relating to …
From Jharkhand to Rajasthan: Here’s how PM Gati Shakti is redrawing India’s infra map
December 21, 2024
PM Gati Shakti: With a focus on collaborative planning and execution, the Network Planning …
The 85th meeting of the Network Planning Group (NPG) under the PM Gati Shakti initiative …
Singhana-Titanwar Access-Controlled Highway: This 40.725 km 4-lane access-controlled Greenfield …
India’s biotech startup count jumped to 9,000 in 10 years: Jitendra Singh
December 21, 2024
India’s bioeconomy has seen remarkable growth, growing from $10 billion in 2014 to over $130 …
Jitendra Singh says India’s biotech ecosystem has grown to nearly 9,000 startups from just 50 …
Stressing the significance of India's coastal areas, Jitendra Singh says India's sea bed is …
India is our fastest growing market, doubling every year, says Pure Storage CEO Charles Giancarlo
December 21, 2024
India is our fastest growing country and we're very excited about that: Pure Storage CEO …
Pure Storage CEO Charles Giancarlo says we've been growing our India headcount by more than 50 …
We've been scaling very rapidly and have more than doubled (in India) in the past year. The …
India-Kuwait: Modernising the agenda for ancient ties
December 21, 2024
An India-Kuwait Joint Commission for Cooperation was established earlier this month, with new …
PM Modi’s visit to Kuwait, coming 43 years after the last such visit by an Indian PM, marks a …
The one-million-strong Indian diaspora, easily Kuwait’s largest expatriate community, has …
Stretching Forth A Saving Hand: PM Modi’s Defence Of The Constitution
December 21, 2024
PM Modi’s reply to the debate on the Constitution will go down in the annals of India’s …
Like the Panch Pran pledge that he had articulated earlier, PM Modi’s eleven pledges, …
PM Modi’s reference to Dr Ambedkar, and the manner in which the Congress establishment sought …
Maha Kumbh 2025: Sanitation workers remember the moment when PM Modi honored them by washing their feet
December 20, 2024
Jyoti, who worked as a cleaner at Prayagraj Sangam in 2019, said, “When PM Modi met us in 2019, …
Special preparations are being made for Maha Kumbh-2025 in the holy city of Prayagraj
So many people from the opposition have come and gone, but no one has ever given so much …
Indian Railways' engineering marvel, country's first vertical lift sea bridge 'Pamban Bridge' is completed
December 20, 2024
India's first vertical lift sea bridge, Pamban Bridge is completed and is set to enhance …
The Pamban Bridge is a significant milestone in India's infrastructure development, enhancing …
Pamban Bridge is expected to boost tourism and economic activities in Rameswaram