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New SHe-Box portal to create workplace safer, more inclusive for women

SHe-Box Portal: A Leap Towards Safer Workplaces for Women

The Union Ministry of Women and Child Development (WCD) has launched a new Sexual Harassment electronic Box (SHe-Box) portal. This initiative comes amid rising violence against females in the country and is seen as a critical step forward in addressing workplace-related sexual harassment complaints.

Sep 1, 2024

Centre partners Visa to skill 20,000 youth for tourism industry

Visa and Indian Government Partner to Boost Tourism Industry by training 20,000 youth

The Indian government and Visa have partnered to train 20,000 youths for the tourism industry. The initiative aims to enhance the tourism experience in ten states including Assam and West Bengal.

Aug 31, 2024

Yogi Adityanath, Chief Minister of Uttar Pradesh, highlighted the role of this expansion in boosting the state's economy.

Flipkart gives mega boost to UP economy; inaugurates two Fulfilment Centers

Flipkart has inaugurated two new Fulfillment Centers in Uttar Pradesh, creating over 3,600 jobs. Yogi Adityanath, Chief Minister of Uttar Pradesh, highlighted the role of this expansion in boosting the state's economy.

Aug 30, 2024

Cancer cases rising due to indiscriminate use of chemical fertilisers: Rajasthan Governor

Rising Cancer Cases Linked to Chemical Fertilisers: A Call for Natural Farming

In a recent address at the Swami Keshwanand Rajasthan Agricultural University in Bikaner, Rajasthan Governor Haribhau Bagde expressed grave concerns over the rising cases of cancer. He attributed this alarming trend to the indiscriminate use of chemical fertilisers.

Aug 30, 2024

PM Modi set to embark on three-day visit to Poland, Ukraine starting today

PM Modi invited to SCO meeting in Islamabad: Pakistan Foreign Office

Pakistan on Thursday formally confirmed that Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi has been invited to the upcoming Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) meeting being held in Islamabad in mid-October.

Aug 29, 2024

Centre approves 12 projects worth Rs 28,602 cr to transform industrial landscape, create 40 lakh jobs

India's Industrial Leap: Rs 28,602 crore approved for 12 Projects [Details]

India's Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs has approved 12 new projects under the National Industrial Corridor Development Programme. The projects, worth Rs 28,602 crore, are expected to generate significant employment opportunities and contribute to India's export goals.

Aug 28, 2024

Centre approves 3 railways projects worth Rs 6,456 cr, to create 114 lakh man-days

The Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs (CCEA), chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, on Wednesday approved three projects of Ministry of Railways with a total estimated cost of Rs 6,456 crore and to be completed by up to 2028-29.

Aug 28, 2024

PMJDY: A Decade of Financial Inclusion in India

The Pradhan Mantri Jan Dhan Yojana (PMJDY) scheme, launched in 2014, has integrated over 53.14 crore economically marginalized individuals into mainstream banking. The scheme has seen a 3.6-fold growth in accounts, providing access to formal banking services and promoting financial inclusion. The PMJDY scheme has also promoted gender equality and rural inclusion, with 67% of accounts opened in rural or semi-urban areas and 55% by women. The success of PMJDY in promoting financial inclusion in India is comparable to similar initiatives globally, like M-Pesa in Kenya and Grameen Bank in Bangladesh.

Aug 28, 2024

India-GCC bilateral trade reaches $162 billion, exports show consistent growth

Showing strong growth, the bilateral trade between India and the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) countries reached 162 billion dollars last year, the government has said.

Aug 28, 2024

IMF Boosts Egypt's Economy with $820 Million Aid Amid Regional Tensions

The IMF has approved a disbursement of $820 million to strengthen Egypt's economy. This aid is part of an $8 billion loan program agreed upon in March to help Egypt deal with regional tensions. Despite Egypt's economic progress, the IMF warns of the challenging regional environment it continues to face.

Aug 27, 2024