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Gujarat Minister highlights state's power and green energy achievements
Gandhinagar, March 26: During the discussion on the budgetary demands for the Energy and Petrochemicals Department in the Gujarat Assembly, State Energy Minister Kanu Desai said on Wednesday that the four electricity distribution companies in the state received 'A+' ratings from the Union Power Ministry, with the Dakshin Gujarat, Madhya Gujarat, and Uttar Gujarat companies ranking first, second, and third, respectively.
India's electronics exports surge as PLI scheme sparks global investor interest: IESA Chief
New Delhi, March 26: India’s electronic exports have witnessed a significant upswing, largely due to the government’s Production-Linked Incentive (PLI) scheme and electronic manufacturing clusters, Ashok Chandal, President of the India Electronics and Semiconductor Association (IESA), told IANS on Wednesday.
Rwanda tackles malnutrition with food safety, quality improvement campaign
Kigali: , March 26 (IANS) Rwanda has launched an awareness campaign aimed at improving the quality of locally produced food products.
First batch of Indian shooters leaves for Argentina World Cup
New Delhi, March 26: The first batch of 22 Indian shooters accompanied by 13 support staff left for the Argentinian capital of Buenos Aires in the early hours of the day to participate in the year's first International Shooting Sport Federation (ISSF) World Cup (Rifle/Pistol/Shotgun) stage, competitions for which are set to begin from April 3.
Maruti Suzuki to invest Rs 7,410 crore to set up 3rd factory at Haryana's Kharkhoda
New Delhi, March 26: India's largest carmaker, Maruti Suzuki Ltd, on Wednesday announced an investment of Rs 7,410 crore to build a third factory at Kharkhoda in Haryana, to expand production capacity to meet the rising domestic demand as well as exports.
Anushka Sen goes embarks on pursuit to find her missing sister in 'Kill Dill' trailer
Mumbai, March 26: The trailer of the upcoming streaming series ‘Kill Dill’ starring Anushka Sen was unveiled on Wednesday.
India cruising towards $300 billion electronics production by 2026: Centre
New Delhi, March 26: India, which is the second-largest mobile phone producer in the world, is all set to reach $300 billion in electronics production by 2026, driven by the 'Make in India' and the production-linked incentive (PLI) scheme, the Centre said on Wednesday.
India's cables and wires industry set for 15-16 pc revenue growth in FY26: Crisil
Mumbai, March 26: The cables and wires industry in India is expected to continue its strong growth momentum, with a projected revenue increase of 15-16 per cent in fiscal 2026, a new report said on Wednesday.
Sai Tamhankar talks about her first Lavani performance in 'Devmanus'
Mumbai, March 26: Actress Sai Tamhankar has opened up about her exciting experience of performing a Lavani number for the first time in the upcoming film “Devmanus.”
HIL Limited rebrands as BirlaNu, plans USD 150 mn investment for USD 1 bn goal by 2028
New Delhi, March 25: HIL Limited, a subsidiary of the USD 3 billion CK Birla Group, has officially rebranded itself as BirlaNu Limited and is planning to invest USD 150 million, aiming to become a USD 1 billion company by 2028, the company said in a release.
Rankings rise for Australian all-rounder following Mount Maunganui heroics
Dubai, March 25: The plaudits continue to arrive for Annabel Sutherland as the Australian all-rounder reached a new career-high rating on the latest ICC Women's T20I Bowling Rankings, as per the official website of ICC.
Gujarat's coastal power upgrade: Rs 2,534 crore investment to prevent cyclone damage
Gandhinagar, March 25: The Gujarat government has undertaken a phased initiative to convert overhead power lines into underground cables, aiming to ensure uninterrupted electricity supply, particularly for farmers and residents in vulnerable regions.
A picture enough to bring Ramadhir Singh to knees: Jaideep, Manoj, Nawaz's 'GoW' reunion
Mumbai, March 25: The cult-classic Anurag Kashyap directorial 'Gangs of Wasseypur' is set to complete 13 years this June but the tremors on the fandom landscape were felt on Tuesday, as three generations of Wasseypur's influential Khan family had a reunion.
Delhi Budget focuses on women, slums, Yamuna, transport, health
New Delhi, March 25: Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta on Tuesday presented a Rs 1 lakh crore Budget 2025-26 focusing on infrastructure, Rs 2,500 women monthly financial assistance scheme, transport, Yamuna cleaning, new classrooms and laptops for students and schemes for slum redevelopment and social welfare.
Samsung says mulling legal options after India raises over Rs 5,000 crore in tax demand
New Delhi, March 25: After the Indian government asked Samsung to pay $601 million (approximately Rs 5,174 crore) in back taxes and penalties for allegedly evading import duties on some key telecom equipment, the South Korean giant on Tuesday said the company fully complies with the laws of the land and is currently "assessing legal options".
Local, community initiatives key to fight tuberculosis in India: Anurag Thakur
New Delhi, March 25: Localised and community initiatives like TB Mukt Bharat can play a crucial role in fighting the menace of tuberculosis in India, said Anurag Thakur, BJP MP.
Defence production hit Rs 1.27 lakh crore in FY 2023-24, exports cross Rs 21,000 crore
New Delhi, March 25: India's defence production has reached a record Rs 1.27 lakh crore in FY 2023-24, the Ministry of Defence said in a release on Tuesday.
Ram Rajya will be established: Delhi CM Rekha Gupta at Hanuman Temple ahead of Budget presentation
New Delhi, March 25: Ahead of the presentation of the BJP government's first Budget in Delhi Assembly over 26 years, Chief Minister Rekha Gupta visited the Hanuman Temple in Connaught Place to offer prayers.
Trump announces Hyundai's USD 5.8 billion US Steel investment
Washington, DC, March 25: US President Donald Trump, alongside the Governor of Louisiana, announced on Monday that Hyundai will be investing USD 5.8 billion in American manufacturing, including the construction of a steel plant in Louisiana that will produce over 2.7 million metric tons of steel annually and create more than 1,400 jobs, in an official White House briefing earlier today.
Delhi Budget 2025: CM Rekha Gupta, ministers offer prayers at Hanuman Temple
New Delhi, March 25: In a symbolic gesture before the presentation of the Delhi Budget, Chief Minister Rekha Gupta along with her cabinet ministers visited the Hanuman Temple in the national capital on Tuesday for prayers and blessings.
18.19 lakh new workers enrolled under ESI scheme in January 2025
New Delhi, March 24: The provisional payroll data of Employee State Insurance Scheme (ESIC) revealed that 18.19 lakh new employees had been added in the month of January, 2025, as per a release.
Algeria moves to criminalise French colonialism amid diplomatic tensions with Paris
Algiers, March 24: Algeria's parliament has established a commission to draft a law criminalising French colonial rule (1830-1962), a move deemed "historical" amid escalating diplomatic tensions between the two countries.
18.19 lakh new workers added to ESIC payroll data in Jan
New Delhi, March 24: As many as 18.19 lakh new employees have been added to the payroll of the Employees State Insurance Corporation (ESIC) during January this year, according to figures released by the Ministry of Labour and Employment on Monday.
India's composite Output Index decline marginally in March, while private sector output grows strongly: HSBC PMI
New Delhi, March 24: India's private sector continued its strong growth momentum in March, though at a slightly slower pace compared to February, according to the latest HSBC Flash India PMI data.
India's manufacturing sector posts robust growth in March, hiring up: HSBC
New Delhi, March 24: India's business activity ended FY25 on a strong note, with the manufacturing sector posting a robust expansion in sales and production during March, driven by a rising demand for goods. Hiring, too, increased during the month, according to the HSBC Flash India survey released on Monday.
Industry hails Centre's disbursement of Rs 14,020 crore as incentive under PLI scheme
New Delhi, March 24: The industry on Monday applauded the government's commitment to strengthening India's manufacturing sector through the disbursement of Rs 14,020 crore under the production-linked incentive (PLI) scheme across multiple sectors, driving sales of Rs 14 lakh crore.
Miami Open: Anisimova ends Andreeva's winning streak, Raducanu prevails after Kessler retires
Miami March 24: Amanda Anisimova snapped Mirra Andreeva's 13-match winning streak with a gripping 7-6(5), 2-6, 6-3 victory in the third round of the Miami Open.
Hyundai, Kia to surpass 30 mn cumulative sales in US this year
Seoul, March 24: South Korea's largest automotive giant Hyundai Motor Group is set to reach a major milestone of 30 million cumulative vehicle sales in the United States this year, continuing its steady growth in the key overseas market, the company said on Monday.
Every life matters and road accidents must be reduced, says MoS Anupriya Patel
New Delhi, March 24: Union Minister of State for Health & Family Welfare Anupriya Patel on Sunday emphasized the need for collective efforts to curb road accidents. She underscored that road accidents are not just statistics but impact lives, calling for joint action from citizens, policymakers, and other stakeholders alongside government initiatives.
We are protecting all backward class people: DK Shivakumar on Karnataka cabinet approving 4 per cent reservation to Minority contractors
New Delhi, March 24: Karnataka Deputy Chief Minister DK Shivakumar defended Karnataka state cabinet passing a bill granting a four per cent reservation to Muslims in public contracts and said that it was done to protect the backward class people.
North East Innovation festival concludes in Guwahati
Guwahati, March 23: The North East Innovation Festival 2025 concluded on Sunday at the National Science Centre, Khanapara, Guwahati. The National Science Centre organised the festival under the Ministry of Culture, Government of India, in collaboration with the National Innovation Foundation. It celebrated grassroots innovations from across the region.
Tamil Nadu benefits the most from PLI scheme, says FM Sitharaman
Chennai, March 23: Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman has said that Tamil Nadu has emerged as one of the biggest beneficiaries of the Production-Linked Incentive (PLI) scheme.
Aditya Seal celebrates a love-filled birthday with wife Anushka Ranjan
Mumbai, March 23: Aditya Seal celebrated his 37th birthday with wife Anushka Ranjan. The 'Guilty' actress revealed that she spent the last 72 hours celebrating her love Aditya on his special day.
I took a WICKET: Anupam Kher's bowling skills surprise fans in thrilling T20 match
Mumbai, March 23: Veteran Bollywood actor Anupam Kher gave fans a glimpse of the special cricket match played on Saturday, where Bollywood actors and politicians came together for a T20 game under the 'TB Mukt Bharat' campaign to raise awareness about tuberculosis (TB) in India.
Trade tariffs: India has strong advantage in high-value manufacturing, exports
New Delhi, March 23: Amid the debate on trade tariffs, industry leaders on Sunday said India has a strong advantage in high-value manufacturing and this situation could actually open doors for them in exports with right policy support.
Abhineta XI defeats Neta XI in thrilling T-20 to create TB awareness
Mumbai, March 23: Mumbai, on Saturday, hosted an exciting match where Bollywood actors and politicians faced off in a friendly T-20 game played under the TB Mukt Bharat campaign, aimed at raising awareness about tuberculosis (TB). Abhineta XI, led by actor Suniel Shetty, beat Neta XI, captained by BJP MP Anurag Thakur, by two wickets.
Rs 25,200 crore investment committed by 35 firms in 2nd round of PLI scheme for steel: Centre
New Delhi, March 23: Around 35 companies have shown interest in the second round of the PLI scheme for specialty steel, with commitment of Rs 25,200 crore investment, according to the Ministry of Commerce and Industry.
Second Frigate of Project built by Goa Shipyard Limited launched
New Delhi, March 22: The second frigate of Project 1135.6 Additional Follow-on Ships, named 'Tavasya', built by Goa Shipyard Limited (GSL), was launched by Neeta Seth in the presence of Minister of State for Defence Sanjay Seth, and FOC-in-C West Vice Admiral Sanjay J Singh on Saturday at GSL, Goa, the Ministry of Defence said in an official statement.
It is a great initiative: Sohail Khan, Kichcha Sudeepa talk about TB Mukt Bharat Awareness Cricket Match
Mumbai, March 22: A friendly cricket match, the TB Mukt Bharat Awareness Cricket Match, held at Mumbai's MCA Cricket Ground, brought together politicians and actors to raise awareness about Tuberculosis (TB).
Salman Khan, Eknath Shinde attend TB Mukt Bharat Awareness Cricket Match
Mumbai, March 22: Bollywood star Salman Khan marked his presence at TB Mukt Bharat Awareness Cricket Match in Mumbai on Saturday evening.