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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 assures support as Gujarat CM mobilises flood relief efforts; toll 28

Even as the death toll in the Gujarat floods touched 28 on Thursday, Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel highlighted the ongoing crisis caused by heavy rains and the assurance of help given by Prime Minister Narendra Modi.

Aug 29, 2024

Online Passport Portal shut for 5 days for maintenance

Online Passport Portal closed for scheduled 5-Day Maintenance

The Indian government has declared that the online portal for passport applications will be temporarily unavailable for five days. The shutdown, which begins on August 29, 2024, and ends on September 2, 2024, is due to a routine maintenance exercise aimed at enhancing system performance and ensuring a smoother user experience in the future.

Aug 29, 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

Kangana Ranaut's remarks on farmers' protest: Himachal Assembly passes resolution against actress, BJP distances itself

Several ministers have taken to social media to condemn Kangana Ranaut's latest statements on Farmer's protest.

Aug 28, 2024

PLI booster: Apple ecosystem to create 5-6 lakh jobs in India

Riding on robust local production as iPhone manufacturing plants in India continue to create new export records each month, Apple is all set to create 5-6 lakh jobs (direct and indirect) in the coming 1-2 years.

Aug 27, 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