India

Scheme to redevelop railway stations to open up Rs 30,000 cr worth biz opportunities: Report

The redevelopment of India's railway stations is expected to open up business opportunities worth Rs 30,000 crore for engineering, procurement, and construction (EPC) players over the next two years, according to an ICRA report released on Monday.

Dec 23, 2024

Govt doubles FCI's authorised capital to Rs 21,000 cr in big boost to farm sector

Global Perspectives: Agriculture, Politics, and Retail Strategies

The Vice-President of India emphasized the importance of journalism, agriculture, and technology in the nation's progress. The European Union faces challenges from farmers protesting against rising costs of farming inputs and climate change impacts.

Dec 23, 2024

'True well-wisher of poor and farmers', PM Modi pays tribute to Chaudhary Charan Singh on farmers' day

PM Modi Honors Former PM Chaudhary Charan Singh on National Farmers' Day

PM Narendra Modi honored former PM Chaudhary Charan Singh on National Farmers' Day, acknowledging his efforts towards rural empowerment. Modi referred to Singh as a "true well-wisher of the poor and farmers", and his dedication continues to inspire the nation.

Dec 23, 2024

LG Energy Solution, Qualcomm to boost chip-based battery management

LG Energy Solution Ltd (LGES), South Korea's leading battery maker, said on Monday it has reached an agreement with Qualcomm Technologies to jointly accelerate the commercialisation of system-on-chip-based battery management system (SoC-based BMS) diagnostic solutions.

Dec 23, 2024

How routine immunization can help in early detection of autism?

Healthcare workers can enable early detection of autism by identifying red flags specific to autism during routine immunisation, said a paediatric neurologist at the All India Institute of Medical Sciences, New Delhi.

Dec 23, 2024

Over 71.81 crore Ayushman Bharat Health Account numbers generated

Ayushman Bharat, Digital Health Initiatives: India's healthcare system makes progress

India's healthcare system is transforming, with key initiatives like Ayushman Bharat Pradhan Mantri Jan Arogya Yojana (AB PM-JAY) providing health coverage to millions. The Ayushman Bharat Health Account (ABHA) initiative has significantly improved digital health infrastructure, enabling seamless access to health records.

Dec 23, 2024

As temperatures drop to minus 8 in Kashmir, CM Omar Abdullah rushes back

Minimum temperature improves across J&K, Srinagar records minus 3.6

Due to nightlong cloud cover, minimum temperature improved across Jammu and Kashmir on Monday with Srinagar city recording minus 3.6 as the minimum temperature.

Dec 23, 2024

India's savings rate shoots past global average: SBI report

India's savings rate has surpassed the global average as financial inclusion has shot up in the country with over 80 per cent adults now having formal financial accounts

Dec 23, 2024

64 pc of Kolkata's iconic taxis to be off the roads by March 2025

64 pc of Kolkata's iconic Yellow Taxis to be off the roads by March 2025

Over 64 per cent of the iconic yellow taxis in Kolkata will be off the roads by March 2025 due to the 15-year service limit imposed by the state transport department.

Dec 23, 2024

Rahul Gandhi blames BJP govt for Sambhal violence in UP

Rahul Gandhi to visit Parbhani today to meet kin of Dalit man found dead in judicial custody

Congress leader Rahul Gandhi will visit Parbhani on Monday where a local Dalit youth was found dead in judicial custody after the recent violence that hit the town following the desecration of a statue of Dr B. R. Ambedkar, party officials said here.

Dec 23, 2024

Demat accounts rise to 171 million in August, up 4 million

India witnessing 30 mn new demat accounts annually, 1 in 4 now a women investor

India is seeing at least 30 million new demat accounts being opened every year since 2021, and nearly every one in four is now a women investor, indicating an increasing prevalence of using capital market as a channel of financialisation of savings

Dec 23, 2024

Sensex trades higher on strong global cues

Indian Stock Market: Nifty, Sensex open in green amid positive mixed global cues

The Indian stock market jumped more than 600 points in early trade on Monday amid positive mixed global cues.

Dec 23, 2024

A woman buys wheat from a government-run ration shop

Fake Ration Card Deletion Turns New Flashpoint in J&K Politics: Explained

Since 2013, authorities have deleted 1.27 lakh fake and duplicate ration cards during a re-verification exercise. The opposition PDP cornered the government for allegedly deleting BPL families.

Dec 22, 2024

Omar Abdullah Initiates Damage Control Amid Reservation Policy Protests

Following the announcement of a peaceful protest by National Conference MP Aga Ruhullah Mehdi, the Chief Minister appealed for patience. Omar took to social media to highlight ongoing efforts, including the formation of a cabinet sub-committee and the sub-judice status of the policy.

Dec 22, 2024

Mehdi Stands Firm Against Reservation Policy: NC MP to Protests Outside Own CM's Residence

In a bold move, Lok Sabha MP Aga Ruhullah Mehdi from the National Conference has announced a peaceful protest outside the Chief Minister's residence on Gupkar Road, demanding rationality in Jammu and Kashmir's reservation policy.

Dec 22, 2024

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India

Scheme to redevelop railway stations to open up Rs 30,000 cr worth biz opportunities: Report

Global Perspectives: Agriculture, Politics, and Retail Strategies

PM Modi Honors Former PM Chaudhary Charan Singh on National Farmers' Day

LG Energy Solution, Qualcomm to boost chip-based battery management

How routine immunization can help in early detection of autism?

Ayushman Bharat, Digital Health Initiatives: India's healthcare system makes progress

Minimum temperature improves across J&K, Srinagar records minus 3.6

India's savings rate shoots past global average: SBI report

64 pc of Kolkata's iconic Yellow Taxis to be off the roads by March 2025

Rahul Gandhi to visit Parbhani today to meet kin of Dalit man found dead in judicial custody

India witnessing 30 mn new demat accounts annually, 1 in 4 now a women investor

Indian Stock Market: Nifty, Sensex open in green amid positive mixed global cues

Fake Ration Card Deletion Turns New Flashpoint in J&K Politics: Explained

Omar Abdullah Initiates Damage Control Amid Reservation Policy Protests

Mehdi Stands Firm Against Reservation Policy: NC MP to Protests Outside Own CM's Residence

Ranveer Singh touches Sanjay Leela Bhansali's feet; Sara Ali Khan, Aditi Rao Hydari radiate in ethnic outfits at reception

Omar lambasts "arrogant" Congress after BJP's historic victory; Mehbooba reacts [details]

BJP leads in 53 seats, crosses majority mark in Chhattisgarh