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India has the maths talent to lead frontier AI research: Satya Nadella
January 09, 2025
India’s math talent can lead frontier AI research globally: Satya Nadella, Microsoft
A strong tech ecosystem and education base position India for AI innovation
“If challenges grow, new legislation will follow,” said Union Minister Jitin Prasada on AI, …
Business Standard
Business Standard poll: Experts see FY26 nominal GDP growth at 10-11%
January 09, 2025
The upcoming Union Budget to be is likely to assume a nominal GDP growth between 10 and 10.5% …
NSO had estimated India’s nominal GDP growth of 9.7% for FY25
Nominal GDP is used as the base to calculate crucial macroeconomic indicators
Business Standard
Demat tally surges to 185 million in 2024 with 46 million new additions
January 09, 2025
The number of demateri­alised (demat) accounts in 2024 rose by 46 million
Last month, 15 companies raised Rs 25,438 crore via IPOs
Experts view the steady pace of demat additions as a positive sign for market stability
Business Standard
Private equity investments in India surge 46% to $15 bn: Top deals of 2024
January 09, 2025
Private equity investments in India surged 46% to $15 billion in 2024
India stands as one of the top markets in the Asia Pacific for financial sponsor activity, …
India's expanding middle-class population, robust startup ecosystem, and strong IPO market …
The Economic Times
Railways spent 76% of its budgetary outlay within first nine months: Ministry
January 09, 2025
Indian Railways has used 76% of its allocated budget for the current FY
According to latest report, heave investment is made in capacity augmentation of Indian Railways
The government has prioritised transforming Railways into a world class entity
Business Standard
Indian employers plan to outpace global peers in future tech adoption: WEF
January 09, 2025
Employers in India are planning to outpace global adoption in certain future technologies: WEF …
35% employers in India think that adopting semiconductors and computing technologies will …
Demand for AI skills has accelerated globally, with India and the US leading in enrolment …
The Economic Times
Indian economy expected to grow at 6.8 % in the next fiscal, FY2025-26: Bank of Baroda
January 09, 2025
Indian economy is projected to grow by 6.8% in FY 2025-26, supported by strong high-frequency …
A report expects India’s nominal GDP growth to be around 10.5%
Indian economy has shown resilience, driven by strong festive demand and steady improvement: …
The Economic Times
Citigroup sees 10% gain for Indian stocks in 2025 on earnings
January 09, 2025
Citigroup forecasts a 10th consecutive year of growth for India’s $5 trillion stock market
The NSE Nifty 50 index to reach 26,000 in 2024, with a 10% return
Retail investors significantly contribute to market stability
Business Line
Bullish on Indian manufacturing, private investments picking up, says CII President Sanjiv Puri
January 09, 2025
CSO pegged the advance GDP growth estimate for 2024-25 at 6.4%
There are many sectors such as agriculture, hospitality, real estate, services that are doing …
RBI has been astute on rupee management & they will continue to manage it in the best possible …
Zee News
BMW Group India Clocks Best-Ever Sales At 15,721 Cars In 2024 With 11% Growth
January 09, 2025
BMW Group India said it achieved its best-ever annual car deliveries last year at 15,721 units …
BMW Group India crossed 3,000 EV deliveries till date
BMW Group India delivered 8,301 motorcycles between January–December 2024
The Economic Times
India's natural gas pipeline to expand by 10,805 km; ethanol blending target set at 20% by 2025
January 09, 2025
As of December 2024, ethanol blending has reached 16.23%, up from 14.60% in the previous year
Over the last decade, Ethanol Blended Petrol Programme has reduced CO2 emissions by 557 lakh …
As of December 2024, Public sector oil firms installed 17,939 EV chargers, and 206 battery-…
Business Standard
Three-wheeler exports rebound in 2024 despite global economic challenges
January 09, 2025
India’s three-wheeler exports have shown a resurgence in 2024 due to a host of factors
Indian auto exports rose 1.73%, reaching 273,548 units in January-November 2024
India's key export destinations for three-wheelers are Sri Lanka, Kenya, Nepal Bangladesh, …
The Times Of India
Tech jobs to see highest growth: Report
January 09, 2025
Tech jobs are set to grow the fastest, driven by AI and cloud computing
Digital transformation is fueling high demand for data science and cybersecurity roles
Long-term career potential in tech looks promising as industries go digital: WEF study
News18
Modinomics In Action: Fuelling An Employment Boom
January 09, 2025
EPFO added 13.41 lakh net members in October 2024, including 7.50 lakh new members increasing …
Make in India and PLI schemes drove job creation across sectors
Employment in India rose by 36% from 2014 to 2023 under PM Modi's leadership
The Financial Express
SIPs surpass fixed deposits, equities as India’s preferred investment choice
January 09, 2025
SIPs surpass fixed deposits and equities as India’s top investment choice
Improved financial literacy, digital platforms, mobile apps offering real-time tracking, easy …
Bankbazaar’s ‘Moneymood 2025’ report shows increasing shift towards mutual fund investments, …
Ani News
"Development of Andhra is our vision, serving its people is our resolve": PM Modi at Visakhapatnam
January 09, 2025
PM Modi highlighted Andhra Pradesh's development as a key vision during his Visakhapatnam visit
Serving the people of Andhra is our resolve: PM Modi
Andhra Pradesh has set a goal to become a USD 2.5 trillion economy by 2047: PM Modi
The Indian Express
Thanks to PM’s inclusive governance, Christians in India do feel heard
January 09, 2025
PM Modi’s inclusive governance has made Christians in India feel heard and represented
A Kerala professor highlights the joy among Christians that Atal Bihari Vajpayee, a visionary …
The Christian church in India is recognized as one of the most democratically-run institutions
News18
PM Modi held a roadshow in Andhra Pradesh, a massive crowd gathered to catch a glimpse
January 09, 2025
PM Modi's roadshow in Andhra Pradesh saw massive crowds and political support chanting "Modi-Modi"
After Andhra Pradesh, PM Modi will inaugurate the 18th Pravasi Bharatiya Divas in Bhubaneswar …
PM Modi arrived in Visakhapatnam, warmly welcomed by CM Naidu, Deputy CM Pawan Kalyan, and others
Hindustan Times
How Indian diaspora can contribute to Viksit Bharat
January 09, 2025
Indian diaspora can play a key role in India's growth through investments and tech transfers
The diaspora's engagement in education, innovation, and entrepreneurship will shape "Viksit …
Collaboration with the global Indian community is vital for India's development journey
IANS LIVE
Chandrababu Naidu hails PM Modi as a global leader
January 09, 2025
Chandrababu Naidu hailed PM Modi’s global leadership and vision
The NDA's victory in Haryana and Maharashtra was only because of PM Modi's charishma: …
Under PM Modi’s leadership, India on course to become one of the world’s top 2 economies: …
Live Mint
Microsoft announces $3 bn investment in India after Nadella's meet with PM Modi
January 08, 2025
Microsoft commits $3B to India after Nadella’s meet with PM Modi
Satya Nadella shared plans to make India AI-first after meeting PM Modi
Microsoft to invest in Azure expansion and train 10M people in AI skills by 2030 in India
The Financial Express
India’s digital economy surge: Powered by JAM trinity
January 08, 2025
In the last decade, India’s internet economy has exploded on the shoulders of the JAM trinity
With over 900 million smartphone internet connections, the Indian digital ecosystem has shifted …
India’s digital economy accounted for 4.5% of India’s GDP in 2014 and is expected to contribute …
The Economic Times
UJALA scheme completes 10 years, saves ₹19,153 crore annually
January 08, 2025
UJALA scheme which offers LED bulbs at reduced rates of ₹70 compared to the earlier market …
Annual energy savings from UJALA scheme stand at 47,883 million kWh, with a reduction in peak …
UJALA has completed a decade with the distribution of 36.87 crore LED bulbs, resulting in ₹19,…
The Financial Express
10 million farmers now have digital IDs linked to land records
January 08, 2025
The agriculture ministry in collaboration with states has provided digital ids to 10 million …
Under AgriStack, 110 million farmers will be given a digital identity similar to Aadhaar
The unique IDs or referred as Kisan Pehchaan Patra contains the details of the farmers’ land …
The Economic Times
e-Shram portal now available in all 22 scheduled languages
January 08, 2025
The e-Shram portal now available in 22 Indian languages for better access
Multilingual e-Shram portal ensures inclusivity for unorganized workers
30,000 workers register daily on the upgraded multilingual e-Shram platform
The Times Of India
'Immensely touched': Sharmistha thanks PM Modi after govt earmarks land for memorial of ex-president Pranab Mukherjee
January 08, 2025
Sharmistha Mukherjee thanks PM Modi for memorial land for Pranab Mukherjee
Govt allocates land for Pranab Mukherjee's memorial within Rashtriya Smriti complex
Sharmistha Mukherjee reveals Congress didn't hold a condolence meeting for her father, unlike …
Business Standard
Six new fund houses set to join Rs 68-trillion MF industry in 2025
January 08, 2025
6 new fund houses to enter India’s ₹68 trillion MF industry in 2025
The firm aims to redefine investment solutions in India with tech, global partnerships, and …
The growing investor interest in MFs has led to the entry of multiple new players in recent years
The Times Of India
EV sales zoom 20% to nearly 1Lunits in 2024 on price cuts
January 08, 2025
EV sales saw a 20% rise in 2024, with nearly 1L units sold, fueled by price reductions
Price cuts and govt incentives have been key to boosting EV demand and adoption in 2024
Tata motors leads the EV market with sales of 61,496 units in 2024, JSW MG Motor is 2nd ranked …
The Economic Times
India logs 9.1% jump in automobile sales in 2024 with growth in most segments
January 08, 2025
India’s automobile sales saw a 9.1% growth in 2024, fueled by demand across passenger, two-…
66% of automotive dealers foresee growth in 2025
Govt. initiatives to strengthen infrastructure played a pivotal role in driving the growth of …
The Economic Times
India's manufacturing sector - demonstrating notable resilience
January 08, 2025
India's manufacturing sector demonstrated strong resilience in 2024, showing steady growth
Government initiatives and improved supply chains boosted India's manufacturing growth last year
New export orders rose at the fastest pace since July 2024, indicating strong international …
Business Standard
Powering ahead: India adding nuclear power faster than global peers
January 08, 2025
India is increasing its nuclear power capacity faster than global peers, boosting energy security
Accelerated nuclear energy growth supports India's transition to sustainable power and reduced …
NTPC partners with Clean Core Thorium Energy to develop thorium-based fuel, boosting India’s …
The Economic Times
India’s human capital its biggest satya: Microsoft’s CEO Satya Nadella
January 08, 2025
Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella stresses the need for constant innovation to maintain global …
The rapid diffusion of technology globally and underscores the role of Microsoft’s investments …
Innovation is key to staying ahead in the evolving global tech landscape: Satya Nadella, Microsoft
The Economic Times
India IPO volumes likely to double from 2024 levels: Goldman Sachs' Iain Drayton
January 08, 2025
Dealmaking through mergers and acquisitions (M&A) will accelerate globally: Goldman Sachs' Iain …
In 2024, deal volumes in Indian equity capital markets–initial public offerings, QIPs, block …
India’s domestic capital markets may see the IPO party extending into 2025 with another bumper …
The Economic Times
Tyre makers investing Rs 100 cr in NE, Bengal for enhancing rubber production, says association
January 08, 2025
Tyre manufacturers are investing Rs 100 crore in the Northeast and West Bengal for training …
In the last four years, an area of 1,25,272 hectare has been covered under new rubber …
Arnab Banerjee, MD, CEAT Ltd, says INROAD is a first-of-its-kind project in the world under …
CNBC TV 18
Government announces major projects to boost capacity at Kandla Port with Rs 57,000-crore investment
January 08, 2025
The government announced two major capacity expansion projects at Kandla Port with a combined …
A new Multi Cargo Terminal at Tuna Tekra is under consideration, which will add 18.33 MTPA to …
One Single Buoy Mooring (SBM) and 2 product jetties are being constructed at Vadinar
The Financial Express
Export of petroleum products up 3 per cent in December
January 08, 2025
India’s export of petroleum products in December increased by 3.1% to 1.37 million barrels per …
Africa emerged as the top destination for India’s exports of petroleum products in December
India exported 349,736 barrels per day of petroleum products to Asia last month
Business Standard
Office space leasing in top 8 cities surpasses 2019 levels: Knight Frank
January 08, 2025
Demand for office space across eight major cities was at an all-time high during last year: Data
Total office space absorption during the 2024 stood at an impressive 719 lakh square feet
The exceptional demand for office spaces underscores the confidence of global and domestic …
Money Control
Urban India's economic drive powers rural consumption growth
January 08, 2025
In 2023-24, the urban-rural gap was 70%, 14 percentage points lower than the level recorded in …
A narrowing urban-rural gap, and thereby a reduction in inequality in consumption, is a …
Niti Aayog, in a report, stated that cities in India contribute 60% of the country’s GDP
Money Control
India Gears Up for 18th Pravasi Bharatiya Divas in Bhubaneswar
January 08, 2025
Bhubaneswar is set to host the 18th Pravasi Bharatiya Divas from January 8 to 10, 2025
The 18th Pravasi Bharatiya Divas themed "Diaspora's Contribution to a Viksit Bharat," …
The 18th Pravasi Bharatiya Divas aims to strengthen bonds with global Indians and celebrate …
Money Control
India's defence spending up 50% since 2020
January 08, 2025
India has seen a steady rise in defence allocation, with capex creation 50% higher from the pre-…
India has set an ambitious target to more than treble the defence production to Rs 3 lakh crore …
India was the fourth largest military spender in 2023, Stockholm International Peace Research …
The Financial Express
Over 300 new steel units including MSMEs set up in last 5 years: Govt
January 08, 2025
India’s National Steel Policy implemented in 2017 to increase the country’s steel production …
Gujarat has topped the tally for the highest number of steel units set up since 2017
India’s total crude steel capacity had reached 179 MT & 305 steel units including MSMEs have …
Ani News
India's life insurance industry at an "inflexion point", poised to grow strong: Centrum report
January 08, 2025
The life insurance sector in India is at an inflexion point and is poised to grow due to …
Currently over 80% of the Indian adults have a formal financial account
India’s insurance sector is poised to grow due to reasons like increased share of financial …
News18
Bengaluru: Namma Metro Gets Its First 'Made in India' Train Set for Yellow Line
January 08, 2025
Union Minister for Housing and Urban Affairs Manohar Lal Khattar launched the first …
The Yellow Line, which spans 18.8 km from RV Road to Bommasandra, will ease congestion in key …
By February another train set will be rolled out of Titagarh and then one each in March & April,…
The Indian Express
6,000 leaders from 75 nations to attend Pravasi Bharatiya Divas convention
January 08, 2025
Ashok Mago, a prominent voice of the Indian-American community will participate in a session at …
The theme of the PBD Convention 2025 is ‘Diaspora’s Contribution to a Viksit Bharat’
As many as 6,000 business leaders, philanthropists, academicians, economists, cultural …
The Times Of India
Namo Bharat Trains: Travel From Delhi To Meerut In Just 35 Minutes At 160 Kmph On RRTS!
January 07, 2025
With the launch of new section of RRTS corridor travel time between Delhi and Meerut has come …
The Namo Bharat trains operate at the speed of 160 kmph and a ride from New Ashok Nagar in …
By using Namo Bharat RRTS commuters will be able to travel between Delhi and Meerut in under 40 …
Hindustan Times
Making Digital India safe, secure and inclusive
January 07, 2025
The Indian citizen is at the heart of the Draft Digital Personal Data Protection (DPDP) Rules, …
Draft Digital Personal Data Protection (DPDP) Rules, 2025 empower citizens with rights such as …
The Draft Digital Personal Data Protection (DPDP) Rules, 2025 mandate verifiable parental or …
DD News
Indian economy in robust spot globally in 2025 with high frequency indicators picking up growth
January 07, 2025
India’s economy shows strong momentum in 2025, with high-frequency indicators signaling steady …
Sensex hit a record 85,500 in CY24 with an 8.7% surge: Economist, BOB
Sectors including real estate, consumer durables, and IT were amongst the best-performing …
The Economics Times
Jan Aushadhi outlets cross Rs 1,255-cr sales till Nov-end; entails benefit of Rs 5k cr for citizens
January 07, 2025
Jan Aushadhi sales hit ₹1,255 crore in 2024, offering ₹5,000 crore savings to citizens
Affordable medicines via Jan Aushadhi benefited citizens with ₹5k crore in savings by Nov 2024
A ₹500 crore scheme was launched to strengthen India’s pharmaceutical industry, boosting …
The Economics Times
RBI adds 8 tons gold to its reserves in November 2024: WGC
January 07, 2025
The RBI continued with its 2024 gold buying streak, this lifted the year to date buying to 73 …
RBI remains the second largest gold buyer in 2024 after Poland: World Gold Council
In November 2024, Reserve Bank of India added 8 tonnes gold to its reserves: World Gold Council
The Economics Times
Railway capex tops Rs 2 lakh crore in FY25; PM Modi inaugurates Rail projects in J&K, Telangana, and Odisha
January 07, 2025
PM Modi inaugurates the new Jammu Railway Division; he also inaugurated rail projects in …
Capital Expenditure (Capex) for the current fiscal by the Indian Railways has topped Rs 2 lakh crore
Rs 1,198 crore total expenditure in Railway has been incurred in Jan itself, taking total …