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Chidambaram Supports 49 pct FDI in Insurance, Pension Sectors

The Finance Ministry on Wednesday approved a hike in foreign direct investment in insurance and pension sectors to 49 percent, allowing for a push in reforms in India's rigid investment sector despite opposition from left parties and trade unions. Aug 23, 2012
Indian Army

Perks for Indian Army Underway: A K Anthony

Defence Minister A K Antony announced that the Central government set up a nutritious ready-to-eat diet program 'AAHAR' in order to meet the fresh food requirements of jawans in the country. The announcement came on the eve of 66th Independence Day when Antony addressed the Armed Forces personnel over All India Radio. Aug 14, 2012
Aircel tries to match Jio with its latest offer

Aircel Offers iPhone 3GS for Rs 9,999

If you are ready to dole out about Rs 10,000 you can by an iPhone! You read it right. India's iPhone carrier Aircel is now offering iPhone 3GS for Rs 9,999 which actually costs Rs 20,908 for its postpaid customers. Jul 21, 2012
olympics

Out Of Turn Promotions for Winners at International Sport Events

Winning medals at the international sport events will now become important for more than one reason. The government in a meeting on Thursday evening has decided to grant 'out-of-turn' promotions to the outstanding sportspersons in world level and to their handlers. Jul 21, 2012
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MGNREGA Raised Average Wage by 81 Percent: PM

Prime Minister Manmohan Singh recited some statistical information on MGNREGA programme, which has arguable raised over the years and appreciated UPA's governance for making it possible, while releasing the employment scheme for rural people on Saturday. Jul 14, 2012

Daimler to Roll Out New Products in India

Daimler India Commercial Vehicles Pvt Ltd (DICV), a 100 per cent subsidiary of Germany-based Daimler AG, plans to roll out 17 new products in 18 months in India. Jul 13, 2012

India Warns of Potential Ban on EU Airlines over Carbon Tax Dispute

European airlines may risk an embargo from India's airspace, should Brussels impose sanctions on Indian carriers over carbon emissions. Brussels is facing the heat from several nations, including China, Russia, over an EU carbon emissions trading scheme that called for charging airlines over pollution. Civil aviation minister Ajit Singh hinted the possibility of a ban on EU carriers in an interview. May 25, 2012

Reebok Files FIR Against Former Top Employees For Alleged Fraud

Reebok India on Tuesday filed an FIR against its former managing director Subhinder Singh Prem and COO Vishnu Bhagat for allegedly mishandling the company's money by indulging in fictitious sales, and setting up forged accounts over the past couple of years May 23, 2012
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PM Releases UPA-II's Annual Report, Says Govt Needs to Do Better

Hosting dinner party at his residence to celebrate the Congress-led United Progressive Alliance II's (UPA-II), completion of three years in power, Prime Minister Dr. Manmohan Singh released the government's annual report to the people in the presence of the leaders of the Congress party's key allies. The PM admitted that his government needs to do better. May 23, 2012