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The Indian Express
In young children, mother tongue is the key to learning
December 11, 2024
Mother tongue lies at the core of deep learning: Dharmendra Pradhan
Our languages are not just tools of communication — they are repositories of history, tradition …
Children, brimming with creativity and emotional intelligence, flourish when their education …
Business Line
India’s tea exports rise 8.67% in H1 on UAE, Iraq demand
December 11, 2024
India’s tea exports increased by 8.67 percent in volume and by 13.18 percent in value during Q1
The export volume of tea from April-September this year was up to 122.55 mkg compared with 112.…
In value, tea shipments were up at 3,403.64 crore against 3,007.19 crore a year ago
Millennium Post
PM Vishwakarma scheme: 2.02 lakh accounts opened, Rs 1,751 cr sanctioned
December 11, 2024
Over 2.02 lakh accounts have been opened under the PM Vishwakarma scheme: Minister of State for …
The sanctioned loan amount under the PM Vishwakarma scheme stood at Rs 1,751 crore: Minister of …
The financial outlay for the PM Vishwakarma scheme from FY 2023-2024 to FY 2027-28 is Rs 13,000 …
Punjab Kesari
More than 25 lakh registrations for Ayushman Vay Vandana Card
December 11, 2024
In less than 2 months after the launch of Ayushman Vay Vandana Card Scheme by PM Modi on …
Since the launch of Ayushman Vay Vandana Card, eligible persons have availed treatment worth …
Under the Ayushman Vay Vandana card the senior citizens have undergone treatment for coronary …
The Financial Express
India outshines global peers in hiring trends, IT takes the lead
December 11, 2024
Hiring sentiment in India for the January-March 2025 quarter has risen by three percentage …
India outshines global peers in hiring trends; India is 15 points above the global average of 25%…
India remains one of the world’s fastest-growing large economies, with its position as the …
The Economics Times
India Inc looking at year on-year growth of 9.75% in hiring for 2025-26
December 11, 2024
Over 30% of hiring across industries is happening in tier 2 and 3 cities of India: India …
India Inc is looking at year on-year growth of 9.75% in hiring for the fiscal year 2025-26 …
Six out of 10 employers across industries mentioned Tier 2 and Tier 3 cities were part of their …
Business Standard
Govt set to launch 'One Nation, One Subscription' initiative on Jan 1
December 11, 2024
More than 13,400 international journals would be made available to researchers under ‘One …
The government is set to launch the ‘One Nation One Subscription’ initiative on 1st January, …
Under ‘One Nation One Subscription’ 451 state public universities, 4,864 colleges and 172 …
Business Standard
India set for resilient growth in 2025 driven by urban consumption: S&P
December 11, 2024
Indian economy in 2025 will grow on the back of steady services sector growth, and ongoing …
The Indian economy is set for resilient growth in 2025 on the back of strong urban consumption: …
Several high frequency data in October are pointing towards a positive trend: Department of …
The Economics Times
IIT Delhi leads Indian varsities in sustainability, IISc in world's top 50 for environment education: QS Rankings
December 11, 2024
IIT Delhi secures the top spot among Indian universities in the 2025 QS Sustainability rankings,…
IISc Bengaluru has been ranked among world’s top 50 environment education in the 2025 QS …
Nine of the top 10 institutions in the country improving their ranking in the 2025 QS …
Business Standard
Amazon pledges to enable $80 bn exports from India by 2030; partners DPIIT
December 11, 2024
Motivated by the progress that we made in driving exports out of India, we are quadrupling our …
Amazon announces its commitment to enable $ 80 billion in cumulative exports from India by 2030
Amazon has partnered with DPIIT to establish India as a global manufacturing hub
Business Standard
55% Indian grads to be globally employable in 2025, says CII report
December 11, 2024
Nearly 55 per cent of Indian graduates are expected to be globally employable in 2025: India …
Indian management graduates (78%) has highest global employability: India Skills Report 2025
55% Indian grads to be globally employable in 2025; up from 51.2 per cent in 2024, showing India’…
The Times Of India
'Their valour inspires us': PM Modi hails Assam Movement martyrs
December 11, 2024
PM Modi honoured the martyrs of the Assam Movement for their sacrifices in preserving Assam’s …
The Assam Movement opposed illegal Bangladeshi migration and led to the Assam Accord of 1985
BJP has capitalized on the movement’s legacy, strengthening its political presence, while …
The Economics Times
Maersk keen to build & repair ships in India, says official
December 11, 2024
A.P. Moller-Maersk plans to build and repair ships in India, showing confidence in the country’…
The Indian government’s shipbuilding policy offers 20%-30% subsidies for different vessels, …
Maersk has been recycling ships in India for a decade and is now exploring ship repairs and …
The Economics Times
DA at 53%: Two allowances hiked for these central govt employees
December 11, 2024
The Centre raised DA by 3% to 53%, effective July 1, 2024, increasing 13 allowances by 25% from …
Nursing and dress allowances rose by 25% after DA crossed 50%, as per Ministry of Health directives
The 7th Pay Commission recommended a 25% hike in allowances each time DA crosses 50%
The Economics Times
GCCs may receive sops to set up units in tier-2 and 3 towns
December 11, 2024
Meity plans incentives for GCCs in tier-2 and tier-3 cities, including tax breaks
India's GCC market, valued at $64.6 billion in FY24, is projected to hit $100 billion by 2030
70% of GCCs will adopt advanced AI in 3 years; 80% will invest in cybersecurity in 5 years
Business Standard
Corporate India note strongest hiring outlook globally for Jan-Mar: Survey
December 11, 2024
India expects strong employment growth, with 40% of corporates increasing hiring for Jan-March: …
India had the highest net employment projection, at 40%: Manpower Group Employment Outlook Survey
IT leads hiring at 50%, followed by financials, real estate, and consumer goods: Manpower Group …
The Economics Times
Indian Railways' Kavach - ATP system: A game-changer in train safety standards
December 11, 2024
Kavach deployed over 1,548 Route Kilometres on the South Central Railway and North Central Railway
Kavach version 4.0 is approved by the Research Design and Standards Organization
Kavach Improved clarity for operations in larger yards
The Economics Times
Rajnath Singh meets Vladimir Putin, says India-Russia ties higher than the highest mountain
December 11, 2024
Friendship between India and Russia is higher than the highest mountain and deeper than the …
Russian defence industries are going to explore new opportunities under 'Make in India' projects:…
India requested expedited delivery of S-400 missile systems to Russia
Zee Business
Government released Rs 122.50 crore to over 1,700 agri-startups in last 5 years: MoS Agri
December 11, 2024
The government has released Rs 122.50 crore to over 1,700 agri-startups in the last five years: …
During 2023-24, about Rs 147.25 crore was released to 532 startups: Minister of State for …
Under the Innovation and AgriEntrepreneurship Development program funds were released through …
Business Standard
India not tougher than other markets: Amazon India head Samir Kumar
December 11, 2024
Online retail major Amazon is navigating a challenging regulatory environment in India
Regulatory challenges exist in every market and India is not more difficult than others: Samir …
On the quick commerce front, a pilot for 15-minute delivery is starting in Bengaluru: Samir …
Business Standard
India emerges global leader in generative AI enrollments on Coursera
December 11, 2024
With over 27 million registered learners, India has emerged as the global leader in generative …
There has been a fourfold surge of 1.1 million in GenAI enrollments in India: Report
Indian learners prioritised practical applications of GenAI, moving beyond foundational courses
The Hindu
‘India has potential to create over 30 million women-owned enterprises; upto 170 mn more jobs’
December 11, 2024
India has the potential to create over 30 million new women-owned enterprises: KPMG
Over 20% of India’s MSME startups were by women-led ventures: Expert, KPMG
In FY23, startups contributed about $140 billion to the economy: Report
News18
The future belongs to the Northeast, Prime Minister Narendra Modi is confident
December 11, 2024
A living glimpse of development in Northeast India was seen in the Ashtalakshmi Mahotsav held …
Northeast will give impetus to the mission of a Viksit Bharat: PM Modi
Due to the stability and peace prevailing, there is a lot of enthusiasm about investment in the …
Business Standard
Indian professionals flagbearers in global technological adaptation: Report
December 10, 2024
The report highlights the dynamic nature of India's job market, where artificial intelligence, …
More than 70% of Indian professionals are actively seeking opportunities to upskill, said the …
With a majority of Indian professional actively seeking opportunities to upskill, the country …
The Times Of India
Female-powered literacy surge in rural India: Government highlights key initiatives and challenges
December 10, 2024
India's rural literacy rate has significantly increased to 77.5% in 2023-24, driven by a surge …
Government programs like ULLAS, focusing on foundational skills and vocational training, have …
Male literacy improved, climbing from 77.15% in 2011 to 84.7% in 2023-24: Report
News9
World Bullish on India: IMF on inclusive growth and digital infra
December 10, 2024
Krishnamurthy V. Subramanian, IMF Executive Director, highlights the world's bullish sentiment …
Krishnamurthy V. Subramanian cites robust post-COVID growth, India's impressive digital …
India’s public digital infrastructure and inclusive growth is not only being talked about but …
Business Standard
Over 13k people benefited from single-window camps under PM-UDAY in Delhi
December 10, 2024
Lieutenant Governor VK Saxena reviewed the progress of single-window camps under PM-UDAY, under …
Delhi Development Authority (DDA) is holding these camps every weekend from November 30 to …
The PM-UDAY scheme aims to grant ownership rights to residents of 1,731 unauthorised colonies …
The Economic Times
Auto retail sales up 11.21 pc in Nov riding on two-wheeler demand: FADA
December 10, 2024
Retail sales of two-wheelers were at 26,15,953 units last month, as compared to 22,58,970 units …
Indian auto sales showed mixed results in November. Two-wheeler sales jumped over 15%, boosted …
The overall Auto retail market grew by 11.21% compared to November 2023. Dealers are cautiously …
The Times Of India
India gets its latest multi-role stealth frigate, commissioned in Russia by Rajnath Singh
December 10, 2024
The bilateral “technical and operational collaboration is constantly touching new heights” …
The country’s latest warship INS Tushil, the 3,900-tonne multi-role stealth frigate packed with …
The 'Made in India' content is continuously increasing in many ships including INS Tushil. The …
News18
More Women Joining Workforce Under Modi Govt, Shows Latest Report In Boost For Govt Schemes
December 10, 2024
The Female Labour Force Participation Rate (LFPR) has seen a sharp increase under the Narendra …
More women are joining the workforce, attributable to various government schemes targeted at women
The trends in female LFPR from 2017-18 to 2022-23 show rural female LFPR surged from 24.6% to 41.…
Business Standard
Indian workers lead Global South in adapting to AI, tech revolution: Study
December 10, 2024
Titled Navigating Tomorrow: Mastering Skills in a Dynamic Global Labor Market, the report talks …
India is emerging as a global leader in technological adaptation, with over 70 per cent of …
GLMC is a leading global forum for workforce development and labor market insights, shows India'…
The Times Of India
Over 8 lakh CBSE students enrolled in AI courses for 2024-25 session
December 10, 2024
Highlighting the importance of AI education, Jayant Chaudhary says, NEP, 2020 stresses upon …
NEP 2020 recognises the role and importance of Machine Learning and Artificial Intelligence (AI):…
Since its introduction in CBSE-affiliated schools in 2019, AI has been gaining popularity: …
The Times Of India
'Reform, perform & transform' visible in every sector, says PM Modi at Rising Rajasthan summit
December 10, 2024
PM Modi inaugurated the Rising Rajasthan Global Investment Summit, praising the state's …
PM Modi highlighted India's economic growth, tourism recovery, and the Make in India initiative'…
At the Rising Rajasthan Global Investment Summit, PM Modi encouraged investment across various …
Live Mint
Global investors see India as key market for PE investments: Coller Cap report
December 10, 2024
Global investors are increasingly seeing attractive opportunities for private equity (PE) …
Nearly two-thirds, or 68%, of respondents see an improving risk to reward balance in India, …
Indian ecosystem has seen a growing trend of fund managers branching out of reputed VC and …
The Economic Times
Indian entertainment industry to grow at 8.3% CAGR to reach Rs 3,65,000 crore by 2028: PwC
December 10, 2024
India’s demographic and economic advantages, including improved internet connectivity, …
With 91 crore millennials and Gen Zs, 78 crore internet users, and 80 crore broadband …
The Indian Entertainment and Media (E&M) industry is projected to outpace global growth, …
The Economic Times
Pharma market picks up pace, sees 10% value growth in Nov
December 10, 2024
Cardiac, gastro, anti-diabetes and derma have shown robust growth above the IPM growth of 9.9%: …
India's pharmaceutical market rebounded in November with 9.9% value growth and 3.1% volume growth
Antineoplastics saw the fastest volume growth at 11.8%. Increased demand for anti-infectives …
Business Standard
Noida International Airport will boost ease of living for NCR, UP: PM Modi
December 10, 2024
PM Modi says the upcoming Noida International Airport will boost connectivity and ease of …
PM Modi says his government has been taking many steps to ensure top-quality infrastructure for …
The upcoming Noida International Airport will boost connectivity and 'Ease of Living' for the …
The Economic Times
'Unicorns make India a market to watch & collaborate,' says MD London & Partners
December 10, 2024
India is no longer just an outsourcing market—it’s creating and scaling its own businesses, …
According to Grant Thornton’s (GT) 2024 research, there are currently 971 Indian-owned …
In the last two years, India has been the largest investor in London, contributing 30% to London’…
News9
Indian MSMEs have huge export opportunities in hardware sector: FIEO chief
December 10, 2024
India’s building materials market is undergoing a significant transformation, driven by the …
Over 250 exhibitors, and 10,000 trade visitors from 35 countries are participating in three-day …
FIEO President Ashwani Kumar says huge export opportunities are in the hardware sector for …
Business Standard
IT sector to witness 15-20% growth in job opportunities in 2025: Report
December 10, 2024
In the coming year, fresher hiring in the Indian IT sector is poised for significant growth, …
The IT sector, which is on the path of recovery, is expected to witness 15-20 per cent growth …
The IT industry has gained back momentum in H2 2024 and is gearing up for a promising 2025 on …
Business Standard
India's copper demand rises by 13% to hit 1,700 kilo tonnes in FY24
December 10, 2024
As per the study undertaken by the International Copper Association India, the copper demand in …
Traditionally, building construction and infrastructure account for 43 per cent of copper …
After the Covid pandemic, the average annual copper demand increased by 21 per cent between …
Business Standard
Startups positioning India for exponential economic growth: Zupee CEO Malhi
December 10, 2024
With the Bharat 6G vision, the semiconductor mission and the AI mission, startups are …
Startups in India are revolutionising experiences, and positioning the nation for exponential …
India has become the world's third-largest startup ecosystem and we believe this has happened …
ANI News
India's CPI inflation likely to ease to 5.5 pc in Nov from 6.2 pc in Oct: Morgan Stanley
December 10, 2024
We expect CPI inflation to edge downwards to 5.5 pcY in November from 6.2pcY in October, aided …
This easing in CPI comes as a relief for policymakers and consumers, says Morgan Stanley
The decline in fuel prices further supports the downward trend, reducing pressure on household …
The Economic Times
PLI schemes brought in Rs 1.25 lakh crore investment: PM Modi
December 10, 2024
PM Modi announced significant investments from PLI schemes at the Rising Rajasthan Summit
India's production-linked incentive (PLI) schemes have led to investments of more than ₹1.25 …
PM Modi says development, led by the mantra of 'Reform, Perform and Transform,' is visible in …
The Hindu
FDI inflows into India cross $1 trillion, establishes country as key investment destination
December 09, 2024
Since 2014, India has attracted a cumulative FDI inflow of USD 667.4 billion (2014-24), …
FDI inflows into India have crossed the USD 1 trillion milestone in the April 2000-Sep 2024 …
The overseas inflows into India are likely to gather momentum in 2025
The Economic Times
India's food processing PLI scheme creates 2.89 lakh jobs with Rs 8,910 crore investment
December 09, 2024
The production-linked incentive (PLI) scheme for the food processing industry has generated …
Under PLI scheme investment of Rs 8,910 crore has been made in food processing industry across …
The PLI scheme has significantly contributed to the country's overall growth and development by …
Business Standard
PM Modi to visit Rajasthan on Dec 9 to inaugurate Rising Rajasthan Summit
December 09, 2024
PM Modi will inaugurate the Rising Rajasthan Global Investment Summit 2024 during his visit to …
PM Modi to visit Haryana, he will launch the LIC's Bima Sakhi Yojana and will lay the …
PM Modi will inaugurate the Rajasthan Global Business Expo at Jaipur Exhibition and Convention …
One India News
PM Modi To Inaugurate LIC Bima Sakhi Yojana On December 9th: Empowering Women With Job Opportunities
December 09, 2024
PM Modi will inaugurate the Life Insurance Corporation of India's Bima Sakhi Yojana in Panipat, …
LIC’s Bima Sakhi Yojana aligns with PM Modi’s vision to empower women for a developed India
Women participating in LIC’s Bima Sakhi Yojana will receive financial support of up to Rs 7,000 …
Organiser
Future of India’s Healthcare System: PM Narendra Modi’s vision for ‘One India, One Healthcare
December 09, 2024
PM Modi completes 10 years in office; his government’s healthcare policies have reshaped India'…
Modi government’s focus is now on expanding healthcare access and quality, aiming for a unified,…
Over the past nine years, 302 new medical colleges have been established, representing a …
The Times Of India
From 182 to 115: Tiger deaths in India down 37% in last 12 months
December 09, 2024
There is 37% decline in tiger mortalities in India, with 115 deaths reported so far in 2024 …
Tiger poaching cases have decreased from 17 last year to 4 this year: National Tiger …
Tiger deaths in India reduced by 37% in 2024: National Tiger Conservation Authority