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Union Budget: PM Modi to meet prominent economists today

PM Modi arrives in Brunei Darussalam on historic two-day visit

Prime Minister Narendra Modi arrived at the Bandar Seri Begawan Airport Tuesday afternoon as he began a two-day visit to Brunei Darussalam - the first ever bilateral trip by an Indian PM to the southeast Asian nation - at the invitation of Sultan Haji Hassanal Bolkiah.

Sep 3, 2024

Improvement in employment rates and record foreign exchange reserves have further strengthened India's economic position

India's economic outlook positive, growth set to continue: World Bank Report

India's economy is showing robust growth with a projected rate of 8.2% in FY23/FY24, according to the World Bank. The World Bank suggests India can boost growth by diversifying its export basket and integrating more into global value chains.

Sep 3, 2024

AI-Driven Developers Set to Boost Global GDP: GitHub CEO

AI is transforming software development, with India set to become the largest developer community globally by 2027. AI adoption could boost global GDP by over $1.5 trillion by 2030, according to GitHub CEO Thomas Dohmke.

Sep 2, 2024

India's Semiconductor Leap: Rs 3,300 Crore Unit Approved By PM Modi's Cabinet

PM Modi's Cabinet approves ₹3,300 crore semiconductor unit in Gujarat, expected to produce 60 lakh chips daily for various applications.

Sep 2, 2024

India's manufacturing growth eases in August, stays above long-run average

India's Manufacturing Sector Maintains Resilience Amid Slowdown

India's manufacturing sector growth has slowed, but remains above the long-run average, according to HSBC India's PMI data. The sector's resilience and strategic planning are crucial to India's $10-trillion ambition, with focus areas including semiconductors, electronics, electric vehicles, renewable energy, and defence.

Sep 2, 2024

Preethi Pal scripts history in track & field with bronze in 200m T35

India's Paralympic Trailblazer, Preethi Pal wins big at 2024 Paris Paralympics

Preethi Pal, a 23-year-old para-athlete, became the first Indian woman to win two track and field medals in the Paralympics or Olympics. Born into a farmer's family in Uttar Pradesh, Preethi overcame physical challenges and life-threatening conditions to pursue her passion for para-sports.

Sep 2, 2024

Telecom Regulatory Authority of India (TRAI)

Digital Bharat Nidhi: A Leap Towards Democratizing Telecom Services

The Indian government has launched 'Digital Bharat Nidhi', replacing the Universal Service Obligation Fund, to democratize telecom services. The initiative aims to improve telecom services in underserved areas and promote innovation in the sector.

Sep 2, 2024

New Mpox strain poses a notable risk to children: Experts

Rising Mpox Cases in Pakistan and Philippines Trigger Global Health Concerns

A surge in Mpox cases in Pakistan and the Philippines has raised global health concerns, with Pakistan reporting its fourth case. The infected man from Peshawar is in isolation and undergoing treatment, with no local cases reported so far.

Sep 1, 2024

UPI Transactions Skyrocket, India Leads in Digital Payments

India's digital economy has witnessed a significant milestone with the National Payments Corporation of India (NPCI) reporting a record-breaking surge in Unified Payments Interface (UPI) transactions in August. The data revealed a 41% year-on-year growth, with UPI transactions reaching an all-time high of 14.96 billion.

Sep 1, 2024

Indigo launches daily direct flights to culturally vibrant Jaffna from India

IndiGo, a leading budget airline, has recently launched daily direct flights to Jaffna, a culturally rich city in the northern province of Sri Lanka. This new route marks the 34th international and 122nd overall destination in IndiGo's rapidly expanding 6E network. The airline's second destination in Sri Lanka after Colombo, this strategic move is expected to strengthen the cultural and trade ties between India and Sri Lanka, which have been marked by cooperation in the fields of commerce, infrastructure development, and air connectivity.

Sep 1, 2024

Prime Minister Narendra Modi and BJP chief Amit Shah

New era for India's political, security landscape: Importance of transformative decisions

Under Amit Shah's leadership, the Union Home Ministry implements historic reforms to strengthen national security, promote social justice, and enhance governance.

Sep 1, 2024

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