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Punjab announces Mukyamatri Teerth Yatra Yojna for people over 50
Chandigarh, April 3: Punjab Finance Minister Harpal Singh Cheema has announced the launch of the Mukyamatri Teerth Yatra Yojna, a new pilgrimage initiative under the leadership of Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann.
SBI, Citi unveil $295 million social loan to empower local smallholder farmers in India
Mumbai, April 3: State Bank of India (SBI) and Citi on Thursday announced a social loan facility of $295 million to support smallholder farmers in India.
Gujarat CM Patel's unique approach to inclusive and transparent governance
Gandhinagar, April 1: Gujarat Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel has adopted a unique approach to inclusive and transparent governance to accelerate good governance in the state, said a release from Chief Minister's Office (CMO) on Tuesday.
US tariffs: Global brokerage firm Citi sees minimal impact on Indian pharma firms
Mumbai, April 1: Global brokerage firm Citi said on Tuesday there is a low likelihood of the US imposing tariffs on Indian pharmaceuticals, despite ongoing discussions around the issue.
CGHS beneficiaries surge by 39 pc to 47.6 lakh in 2023-24
New Delhi, April 1: The number of Central Government Health Scheme (CGHS) beneficiaries has surged by 39 per cent from 34.2 lakh in 2019-20 to 47.6 lakh in 2023-24, according to latest health Ministry data.
Madhya Pradesh Govt enforces liquor ban in 19 religious cities, effective from April 1
Bhopal, March 31: The Madhya Pradesh government outlined the liquor ban in 19 religious cities and gram panchayats of the state would be implemented from April 1.
Women investors' AUM growing fast, Northeast states see highest rise, says AMFI-Crisil report
Mumbai, March 30: Even as only 25.1 per cent of unique investors in India's mutual fund industry are women, they contribute a higher percentage of total assets under management (AUM) held by individual investors, a new report said on Sunday.
This country is not a 'Dharamshala', those posing threat to national security will not be allowed to enter: Amit Shah in Lok Sabha
New Delhi, March 27: Union Home Minister Amit Shah stated on Thursday that the Immigration and Foreigners Bill, 2025, will strengthen the country's internal security and seeks to eliminate the multiplicity and overlapping of laws.
E-retail market in India poised to reach $170-$190 billion in GMV by 2030
New Delhi, March 27: Amid the rise in quick commerce, trend-first commerce and hyper-value commerce, India's e-retail market is projected to reach $170-$190 billion in gross merchandise value (GMV) by 2030, a report showed on Thursday.
Russian companies participate in Smart Cities India Expo
Moscow, March 26: Russian companies participated for the first time in the Indian technology exhibition Smart Cities India Expo, TV BRICS reported. Russian Export Centre (REC), a partner of TV BRICS, reported on Russian firms' participation in the event.
Bharti Airtel launches its IPTV services in 2000 cities in India
New Delhi, March 26: Major telecom company Bharti Airtel on Wednesday launched its IPTV services in 2000 cities in India, offering customers the best large screen viewing experience, the company said in a release.
Trump pushes for major election reforms, citing India as model
Washington, March 26: In a bold move aimed at overhauling the US electoral system, President Donald Trump signed an executive order that seeks significant changes to how elections are conducted in the United States.
Hotel transactions in India reach Rs 2,900 crore in 2024, tier 2 and 3 cities lead
Mumbai, March 25: Hotel transactions in 2024 reached approximately Rs 2,900 crore in India and interestingly, tier 2 and 3 cities accounted for 50 per cent of the transactions, predominantly involving unbranded midscale properties, a report showed on Tuesday.
Mansour bin Zayed receives UAE citizens at his palace's Al Barza Majlis
Abu Dhabi, March 25: Sheikh Mansour bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Vice President, Deputy Prime Minister, and Chairman of the Presidential Court, has received a number of sheikhs, officials, and UAE citizens at his palace's Al Barza Majlis in Abu Dhabi.
PM Modi applauds citizens' engagement as 'Mann Ki Baat' inputs pour in ahead of March 30 broadcast
New Delhi, March 24: Prime Minister Narendra Modi's call for citizens to share their inputs for the upcoming 'Mann Ki Baat' radio broadcast on March 30 has garnered an overwhelming response from people across the country. The appeal made on the MyGov platform and NaMo App, has led to a large number of submissions by people in what shows increasing enthusiasm among the public for this popular programme.
Haryana CM launches AI-powered chatbot 'Sarathi' for enhanced citizen engagement
Chandigarh, March 23: Haryana Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini has launched the state-of-the-art artificial intelligence-powered chatbot 'Sarathi' for the Chief Secretary's office website (http://csharyana.gov.in).
EV insurance demand surges 16x in just 3 years, Delhi-NCR leads with 18.3% market share: Report
New Delhi, March 22: The demand for Electric vehicles (EVs) insurance has witnessed a significant upswing, with adoption growing a staggering 16 times in just three years, according to the internal data of Policybazaar.
Putin's ultimatum to Ukrainians; legalise immigration status or leave Russia by September 10
Moscow, March 21: Russian President Vladimir Putin has given another ultimatum to Ukrainians living in the country by ordering them to legalise their immigration status or leave by September 10, Moscow Times reported quoting a presidential decree published on Thursday.
Kerala leads the way...: CM Pinarayi Vijayan on passing bill related to senior citizens
Thiruvananthapuram, March 20: Kerala Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan on Thursday lauded the passing of the Kerala State Senior Citizens Commission Bill in the state Legislative Assembly, calling it a "pioneer in social welfare."
Citi report sets Rs 1,000 target for Paytm, says big changes in UPI could make It biggest winner
New Delhi, March 20: A Citi Research report has highlighted Paytm's strong position in India's digital payments ecosystem, despite shifts in UPI subsidy policies.
India eyes single-digit logistics costs to rival China & US, says Nitin Gadkari
New Delhi, March 20: Nitin Gadkari, Minister for Road Transport & Highways emphasized the nation's commitment to reducing logistics costs from the current 14-16 per cent to single digits, positioning India to compete effectively with global economic powerhouses like China and the US, at 32nd Convergence India & 10th Smart Cities India Expo.
3,300 IoT startups in India fostering innovation across multiple sectors: Report
New Delhi, March 20: The thriving Indian startup ecosystem, with over 3,300 Internet of Things (IoT)-focused startups, is fostering innovation across multiple sectors, a report showed on Thursday.
Govt's infrastructure push to enable India's logistics compete with China, US: Gadkari
New Delhi, March 20: With the rapid development of infrastructure, the government aims to bring down logistics costs by more than 5 percentage points to less than 10 per cent of GDP so that India becomes more competitive with China and the USA, Union Minister for Road Transport and Highways Nitin Gadkari said on Thursday.
Indian Railways has special provision of lower berths for senior citizens, women & Specially-abled: Ashwini Vaishnaw
New Delhi, March 19: Union Minister of Railways, Information & Broadcasting, and Electronics & Information Technology, Ashwini Vaishnaw, while replying to the question in Lok Sabha, highlighted the Indian Railways' ongoing efforts to provide lower berth accommodations to Senior Citizens, Women, and Specially-abled people, said a press statement.
Telangana's Future City will be India's first Net-Zero City: Finance Minister
Hyderabad, March 19: The Telangana government is pioneering the development of India's first Net-Zero Future City, setting a new standard in sustainable and smart urbanisation, Deputy Chief Minister and Finance Minister Mallu Bhatti Vikramarka said on Wednesday.
Cities are centres of growth, innovation: Amitabh Kant highlights sustainability during Raisina dialogue in Delhi
New Delhi, March 19: The former CEO of NITI Aayog and G20 Sherpa, Amitabh Kant highlighted the importance of building sustainable cities to urbanise the country, highlighting such projects as being centres of "growth and and innovation," while speaking at the Raisina dialogue being held in New Delhi on Wednesday.
Moscow to participate in Smart Cities India Expo 2025
New Delhi, March 17: A Russian delegation from the Government of Moscow will participate in the Smart Cities India Expo 2025, to be held in New Delhi from March 19 to 21.
712-km cycle track developed in 61 cities under Smart City Missions
New Delhi, March 17: Under Smart City Missions about 712.59 km length of cycle track has been developed in 61 cities under the Atal Mission for Rejuvenation and Urban Transformation (AMRUT), the Parliament was informed on Monday.
Swiggy adds 32 new cities for 10 minutes delivery; reach now to 100 cities
Bengaluru, March 17: Swiggy Instamart, India's leading quick commerce platform, has expanded its lightning-fast 10-minute delivery service to 100 cities across the country.
Work for developing two metropolitan cities in MP at fast pace, says CM Yadav
Bhopal, March 17: Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Mohan Yadav said on Sunday that the state government will be promoting industrial developments in two metropolitan cities which are being developed in the state.
Trump says he ordered Washington DC clean up to keep PM Modi from seeing 'tents and graffiti'
Washington, DC: US President Donald Trump has pledged to transform Washington, DC, into a "crime-free capital," emphasising the need for a cleaner, safer, and more visually appealing city for visiting world leaders.
US: Trump administration files emergency appeals in Supreme Court to end birthright citizenship
Washington, DC, March 14: The Trump administration filed a series of emergency appeals in the US Supreme Court on Thursday (local time), seeking permission to proceed with its plan to end birthright citizenship, CNN reported.
UP to transform all municipal corporations into solar cities, announces CM Yogi Adityanath
Gorakhpur, March 13: Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath announced on Thursday that all municipal corporations in Uttar Pradesh will be transformed into solar cities as part of the state's commitment to clean energy and sustainable urban growth.
MP seeks public opinion for 'Vision 2047'
Bhopal, March 13: As envisioned by Prime Minister Narendra Modi to make India achieve the milestone of becoming a $30 trillion economy by 2047, the Madhya Pradesh government is seeking public suggestions to chart the future of the state.
All 17 Municipal corporations to become solar cities: CM Yogi Adityanath unveils plan at NCAP
Gorakhpur, March 13: Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath attended the National Conference on the National Clean Air Program (NCAP), which was organized by the Municipal Corporation in Gorakhpur on Wednesday.
PM Modi returns to India after concluding two-day State Visit to Mauritius
New Delhi, March 13: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday returned to the national capital, after concluding his two-day State Visit to Mauritius.
EaseMyTrip partners with Sukoon Unlimited to offer special flight booking benefits for Senior Citizens with discounts
New Delhi, March 12: EaseMyTrip partners with Sukoon Unlimited to offer special flight booking benefits for Senior Citizens with discounts, the company said in a statement on Wednesday.
Indian tech and durables sector logs 6 pc growth in Q4 2024, smaller cities outpace metros
New Delhi, March 12: The Indian tech and durables sector sustained its growth momentum, registering 6 per cent volume and value growth in Q4 2024 compared to the same quarter of 2023, a new report showed on Wednesday.
My son was not a terrorist--he was an Indian citizen: Father of Anil Thomas Gabriel speaks out
Thiruvananthapuram, March 11: - The father of Anil Thomas Gabriel, who was shot dead in Jordan on February 10, has demanded justice, insisting his son was not a terrorist but an Indian citizen.
PM Modi hands over OCI cards to Mauritius President, First Lady
Port Louis, March 11: In a special gesture, Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday handed over OCI (Overseas Citizen Of India) cards to Mauritius President Dharambeer Gokhool and First Lady Vrinda Gokhool, on the first day of his visit to the island nation.