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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 …
Ani News
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
News18
Year Ender 2024: From Bagless Days To Cumulative Credits, Major Changes Brought Under NEP 2020
December 20, 2024
Four years after it was put into effect, the NEP has spurred many changes meant to promote …
According to the National Education Policy (NEP), children aged 3-6 are not covered by the 10+2 …
In July, the Union Education Ministry issued instructions for implementing bagless days in …
The Times Of India
First-ever tagging of Ganges River Dolphin done in Assam to ‘deepen understanding of their conservation’
December 20, 2024
In a first-ever such move of satellite tagging of any species in India, scientists of the …
The male Ganges River Dolphin was released in the Brahamputra river in Kamrup district in Assam …
Calling it a “historic milestone”, Minister Bhupender Yadav said the first-ever tagging of …
Business Standard
Over 400,000 backlog vacancies for SC,ST, OBC filled since 2016: Govt
December 20, 2024
Over 4 lakh backlog vacancies for SC/ST/OBC have been filled since 2016: Union Minister …
Ministries have been tasked with addressing backlog vacancies through special drives
Central government ensures reservation compliance with Liaison Officers and cells
Zee Business
Indian pharma sector 3rd largest globally, valued at $50 billion in FY 2023-24: Centre
December 20, 2024
With robust growth, Indian pharma secures its spot as a global healthcare giant
India solidifies its position as a global pharma leader with a $50B valuation
India's pharma industry is the world's third-largest by volume, valued at $50 billion in FY 2023-…
Business Standard
Renewable energy financing soars 63% in 2023, solar leads the charge
December 20, 2024
Funding for renewable energy projects in 2023 surged by 63% compared to 2022 levels, reaching …
Solar power projects dominated the renewable energy deals in 2023, accounting for 49% of the …
India achieved 188 GW of non-fossil fuel capacity in 2023: Report
The Times Of India
Opportunities growing for US and Indian industries to cooperate in space sector, says US space council chief Chirag Parikh
December 20, 2024
Top US and Indian officials, including Ambassador Kwatra and US Deputy Secretary Campbell, …
The ambassadors reviewed the progress of joint ventures, including training of Indian …
Senior US administration officials, including Campbell and Finer, spoke on the US-India space …
Business Standard
Coal-based power generation up 3.87% in Apr-Oct, coal imports drop 3%: Govt
December 20, 2024
There was a significant growth of 3.87% in coal-based power generation from April 2024 to …
The imports for blending purposes by thermal power plants dropped 19.5% during the same period: …
This decline in imports emphasises the country's commitment to achieve self-sufficiency in coal …
The Times Of India
PM Modi speaks with King Charles III, discusses climate action and sustainability
December 20, 2024
PM Modi & King Charles III discussed shared interests like the Commonwealth, climate action, …
It was a pleasure to speak with HM King Charles III today. Reaffirmed commitment to bolster …
Exchanged views on issues of mutual interest, including the Commonwealth, climate action and …
Money Control
Putin praises strong ties with India, hails Modi as 'warm friend,' supports Jaishankar’s BRICS stance
December 20, 2024
Russian President Vladimir Putin reaffirmed Russia’s growing relationship with India, where he …
I have warm relations with PM Modi. I have a lot of friends in Asia: Russian President Vladimir …
Russian President Vladimir Putin highlighted India’s role, echoing External Affairs Minister S. …
The Economics Times
Indian EV market may hit Rs 20 lakh crore by 2030, create 5 crore Jobs: Nitin Gadkari
December 20, 2024
India's electric vehicle sector is set for massive growth. The market is projected to reach ₹20 …
Addressing the '8th Catalyst Conference on Sustainability of E-Vehicle Industry-Evexpo 2024', …
Union Minister Nitin Gadkari urged manufacturers to increase production
The Economics Times
First India-manufactured 2025 Range Rover Sport adds to India growth story
December 20, 2024
Global automaker Range Rover announced the start of sales for the 2025 'Made in India' Range …
The '2025 Range Rover Sport' - the first made-in-India vehicle exclusively for the country- is …
The pricing of the New Range Rover Sport now starts at Rs 1.45 crore
CNBC TV18
How Maha Kumbh 2025 combines faith and modern infrastructure
December 20, 2024
As devotees gear up Kumbh Mela, the Indian government and local authorities are working …
To handle the influx of up to 1.5 to 2 crore passengers, Indian Railways is removing 21 level-…
The Uttar Pradesh State Road Transport Corporation (UPSRTC) has arranged 350 shuttle buses in …
The Hindu
India and France sign MoU for new National Museum
December 20, 2024
India and France sign MoU to establish a new National Museum
New National museum to showcase historical and artistic connections between India and France
The India-France collaboration on the new National Museum will strengthen cultural ties and …
The Economics Times
India's job market projected to grow 9 pc in 2025 led by IT, retail, telecom, BFSI sectors: Report
December 20, 2024
India's job market to grow 9% in 2025, driven by IT, retail, telecom, and BFSI sectors
Emerging technologies like AI, ML and automation to create new job opportunities in India
Coimbatore and Jaipur are emerging as hiring hotspots in IT and manufacturing sectors
Lokmat Times
"Indian investments creating jobs for Americans as well ": Garcetti highlights India's growing role in US
December 20, 2024
Indian firms invest $3.4B in US, boosting job creation and economic integration
Indian investments revitalizing US industries, from steel in Texas to biotech in New Jersey: …
India-US economic ties deepen with record-breaking deals at SelectUSA Summit
The Statesman
Mobile subscriptions in India stand at 115.12 crore: Centre
December 20, 2024
India achieves 1.1512 billion mobile subscriptions, enhancing digital reach
Government initiatives drive 97% rural mobile coverage nationwide
Digital Bharat Nidhi and BharatNet propel India's connectivity growth
The Financial Express
After Dubai, FedEx explores setting up regional ‘Air Hub’ in India
December 20, 2024
FedEx plans a new air hub in India, boosting logistics connectivity
India's aviation growth attracts FedEx's strategic expansion
Regional air hub will fuel India's economic and logistical potential
India TV
Yearender 2024: Why this year is landmark for PM Modi's political career
December 20, 2024
PM Modi’s charisma not only continued in 2024 but also attracted rare stars which enabled him …
PM Modi is one of the very few leaders who met leaders of both warring sides - Russia & Ukraine
The year 2024 began on an auspicious note for PM Modi as he led a historic consecration …
FirstPost
Modi govt’s PLI schemes helping India make high-value drug as investors see profit
December 20, 2024
India’s pharmaceutical industry is experiencing a significant boost under the central government’…
The PLI scheme has surpassed expectations, with actual investments reaching Rs 33,344.66 crore: …
The PLI scheme has attracted significant interest since its inception in 2021, with 278 …
ETV Bharat
India Ranks 39th In World Economic Forum’s 2024 Travel And Tourism Development Index, Improves From 54th In 2021
December 20, 2024
The Travel and Tourism Development Index report has been published as India is ranked 39th …
A “One-Stop” portal is developed by MoFHW for the facilitation of information for those who …
The Tourism Ministry launched the Incredible India Content Hub, a comprehensive digital repository
The Economic Times
India introduces G20 Talent Visa to attract top global scholars and professionals
December 19, 2024
In a move to position India as a hub for global academic and technological collaboration, the …
Targeted at scholars, researchers, and professionals from G20 nations, the G20 Talent Visa …
The announcement aligns with PM Modi’s proposal at the G20 Summit, where he emphasized the need …
The Economic Times
Indian realty institutional investments hit all-time high in 2024 with robust outlook
December 19, 2024
India's real estate sector is thriving, with institutional investments reaching a record $8.9 …
The residential sector now leads investments at 45%, surpassing offices
Domestic investor participation has risen to 37%. REITs saw a threefold increase, and equity …
Business Standard
NPCI's international arm to take UPI live in 4-6 new countries in 2025
December 19, 2024
NIPL, the body responsible for deploying NPCI’s homegrown payment products globally, is in the …
NIPL is looking to go live with UPI in geographies relevant to Indian tourists, such as Qatar, …
We are hopeful of going live in 3–4 more countries (next year), and if projects are completed …
The Economic Times
18,714 km highways constructed under Bharatmala Pariyojana in last 7 years: Nitin Gadkari
December 19, 2024
Highway projects covering a total length of 26,425 km have been awarded under the Bharatmala …
NHAI has invested Rs 4.72 lakh crore under Bharatmala Pariyojana up to October, this year: …
A total allocation of Rs 19,338 crore has been made for NH works in the northeast region during …
Live Mint
About 99 pc of mobile handsets being used in India are domestically manufactured: MoS IT
December 19, 2024
India has now reached a stage where 99.2 per cent of mobile handsets being used in India are …
India has become a mobile exporting country as compared to a mobile importing country in FY 2014-…
Approximately 25 lakh employment (direct and indirect) has been created in the electronics …
Live Mint
Net direct tax receipts grows 16.45% to ₹15.82 lakh crore till mid-December
December 19, 2024
The Centre’s direct tax collection from corporations & individuals after adjusting for tax …
Before adjusting for refunds, corporate tax collections rose 17% annually
Nominal GDP growth in the first two quarters averaged 8.85% against the 10.5% growth forecast …
The Times Of India
'Stung and stunned': PM Modi lists Congress 'sins' against Ambedkar
December 19, 2024
PM Modi countered Congress after it accused Union Minister Amit Shah of "insulting" Dr BR …
PM Modi defended Union home minister Amit Shah and said that the grand-old-party is "stung and …
In a series of posts on X, PM Modi listed "sins" of Congress against Ambedkar and said that the …
Live Mint
India set for 12-fold increase in energy storage capacity to 60 GW by FY32: SBI Report
December 19, 2024
India is poised for a major boost in energy storage capacity, with projections indicating a 12-…
India's energy storage landscape is evolving rapidly, with the proportion of RE projects …
By FY32, BESS capacity is expected to soar by 375 times to 42 GW, while PSP capacity will grow …
Business Standard
At $129 bn, India top recipient of remittances this year: World Bank
December 19, 2024
India was the topmost recipient of remittances in 2024 with an estimated inflow of $129 billion:…
Remittance flows to South Asia are expected to register the highest increase in 2024, at 11.8 …
The growth rate of remittances this year is estimated to be 5.8%, compared to 1.2% registered …
Money Control
India’s refurbished smartphone witnesses increased growth, outpaces new sales in 2024
December 19, 2024
Refurbished smartphone market outpaces new phones in India, fuelled by affordability and …
Organized players boost trust with warranties and quality checks, formalizing the refurbished …
India's refurbished smartphone witness increased growth, outpaced new sales in 2024
Money Control
Indian mills can export up to 2 million tons of sugar this season, industry says
December 19, 2024
India’s sugar mills could export 2M tons this season: ISMA Director Deepak Ballani
Record sugar output expected in 2024-25 as cane cultivation expands and water supplies remain …
India’s improving sugar supply offers a golden export opportunity for the global market
CNBC TV18
India’s tourism sector to add 61 lakh jobs by 2034, spending to rise 1.2 Times: Report
December 19, 2024
Tourism in India to create 61 lakh jobs by 2034, driving economic growth and workforce …
Domestic tourism fuels a booming hospitality sector, contributing 8% to India’s total …
Specialized skills like sustainable tourism and digital marketing to power the future of India’…
Business Standard
With $4 bn across 87 deals, PE-VC funds' investments see 156% rise in Nov
December 19, 2024
November PE/VC investments hit $4B, a 156% YoY increase across 87 deals
Industrial products led PE/VC sectors with $1B in investments, followed by financial services …
Fundraising soared to $1.1B in November, tripling YoY growth
The Economic Times
Sugar mills pay Rs 8,126 cr to farmers in first 70 days of 2024-25 season
December 19, 2024
Sugar mills have paid ₹8,126 crore to farmers in the first 70 days of 2024-25 seasons: Union …
99% of ₹1.11 lakh crore cane dues cleared for the 2023-24 season
Policy interventions have significantly reduced sugarcane arrears, benefiting farmers
Zee Business
Cybercrime portal saved Rs 3,431 crore, resolved nearly 10 lakh complaints
December 19, 2024
The national cybercrime reporting portal has helped save over Rs 3,431 crore through the …
The 'Citizen Financial Cyber Fraud Reporting and Management System' automatically routes …
The portal, cybercrime.Gov.In, aims to enable immediate reporting of financial frauds and …
Business Standard
India's pharmaceutical market for FY 2023-24 valued at USD 50 billion
December 19, 2024
India’s pharmaceutical market for FY 2023-24 is valued at USD 50 billion: Official update
India’s pharma industry is considered to be the world's third largest by volume and 14th in …
India’s pharmaceutical market’s domestic consumption is valued at USD 23.5 billion & export is …
Outlook
Start-ups Could Add $100 Billion to India's GDP by 2030: Kalaari Capital
December 19, 2024
India's start-ups to contribute $120 billion to GDP by 2030, tripling current levels
Deeptech sector poised to expand from 3,600 to 10,000 start-ups by 2030, fuelling innovation
India's first private deeptech hub targets $100M for innovation and growth
News18
'One Nation, One Election' Will Accelerate India Towards Viksit Bharat
December 19, 2024
Unified elections will minimize disruptions and improve governance efficiency across the nation:…
The Constitution (129th) Amendment Bill seeks to reduce election frequency, enabling …
Over 7 million personnel managed polls in 2019, unified elections will optimize resources and …
Ani News
"91.8% of India's schools now have electricity": Union Education Minister Pradhan
December 18, 2024
Addressing a press conference, Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan noted that 91.8% of …
Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan said that the high-level committee that was formed …
In the next academic year, NCERT will publish 15 crore quality and affordable books: Union …
Business Standard
Taiwan laptop maker MSI begins manufacturing in India with Chennai facility
December 18, 2024
Taiwanese laptop maker MSI announced the commencement of its manufacturing operations in India …
In line with the objective of "Make in India", MSI will introduce locally-produced versions of …
MSI is excited to contribute to India's thriving tech ecosystem by offering locally …
The Economic Times
India's renewable energy capacity addition doubled to 15 GW in April-November: Pralhad Joshi
December 18, 2024
India's renewable energy capacity additions nearly doubled to 15 GW between April and November …
Minister Pralhad Joshi highlighted the 214 GW existing non-fossil capacity and a fourfold …
India is not only witnessing an energy revolution but is also becoming the renewable energy …
Business Standard
Double engine govt becoming symbol of good governance, says PM Modi
December 18, 2024
PM Modi lauded the work done by CM Bhajanlal Sharma-led BJP government in Rajasthan and said …
Addressing the 'Ek Varsh-Parinaam Utkarsh' programme organised to mark the completion of one …
BJP's double-engine government is becoming the symbol of good governance: PM Modi
The Economic Times
Investment of Rs 1.46 lakh cr realised across 14 PLI sectors till Aug
December 18, 2024
The government said investment of Rs 1.46 lakh crore have been realised, resulting in …
Incentives of Rs 2,968 crore in eight sectors and Rs 6,753 crore in nine sectors during 2022-23 …
As of date, 764 applications have been approved under PLI schemes across 14 sectors: Commerce …
Business Standard
In a first, Maruti crosses annual production milestone of 2 mn vehicles
December 18, 2024
Maruti Suzuki India (MSIL) announced it has manufactured 2 million cars in a calendar year for …
Of the 2 million vehicles, almost 60 percent were manufactured in Haryana and 40 percent in …
Ertiga was the 2 millionth car to be rolled out from the production line at the company’s …
The Economic Times
EV sales up 25.64% from last year: MHI
December 18, 2024
The number of electric vehicles (EVs) sold in the country this fiscal is over 25% more than the …
13.06 lakh EVs were registered in the country from April 1 to November 30, 2024: Minister of …
The PM E-DRIVE scheme aims to support electric mobility through support for 14,028 e-Buses, 2,05,…
The Economic Times
I-T dept issues 2nd FAQ on Vivad Se Vishwas Scheme, covers all appeals pending as on July 22
December 18, 2024
The Income Tax Department has clarified eligibility for the Vivad Se Vishwas Scheme, 2024, …
A second set of FAQs addresses taxpayer queries, confirming eligibility even if appeals were …
Nangia & Co LLP Partner Sachin Garg said this clarification provides equal opportunity to all …
Money Control
India Inc raises $16 billion from large buyers via share placements in 2024
December 18, 2024
India has also emerged as one of the busiest venues globally for first-time share sales this …
Indian companies have raised a record-breaking $16 billion via share sales to large investors …
The beeline to raise funds is so strong that three firms launched secondary sales to raise over $…
The Economic Times
A decade of Make in India: Growth propeller for electronics mfg industry
December 18, 2024
Make in India initiative has turned out to be more than a game-changer for the country’s …
The EMS sector’s meteoritic upward momentum has been fuelled by government’s goal of scaling …
India’s mobile phone exports have skyrocketed from a mere ₹1,556 crore to an astounding ₹1.2 …