Cabinet approves 730 private FM radio channels in 234 new cities and towns

Government Greenlights 730 New FM Channels in Strategic Expansion

In a significant move to expand the reach of FM radio broadcasting across India, the government has given the green light for the roll-out of 730 private FM radio channels in 234 new cities and towns. This decision, announced on August 28, 2024, is part of the third batch of auctions under the 'Private FM Radio Phase III Policy'. Aug 28, 2024
Prime Minister Narendra Modi

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
Trump, Harris agree to mute mics for Sep 10 debate

Trump, Harris agree to mute mics for Sep 10 debate

Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump said on Tuesday that he has "reached an agreement" to have closed microphones at the September 10 debate with Democratic rival Kamala Harris, noting that "the rules will be the same as the last CNN debate, which seemed to work out well for everyone". Aug 28, 2024
Saripodha Sanivaaram SJ Suryah

How much did SJ Suryah get paid for Saripodha Sanivaaram?

SJ Suryah has been quite busy as an actor and signing back-to-back films. While he was recently seen in Dhanush's Raayan, he is all set for his next pan Indian film called Saripodha Sanivaaram which has Nani and Priyanka Arul Mohan in the lead roles. Aug 27, 2024