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Govt doubles FCI's authorised capital to Rs 21,000 cr in big boost to farm sector

The Government has announced an increase in the authorized capital of the Food Corporation of India (FCI) from Rs 10,000 crore to Rs 21,000 crore in a major step to bolster the agricultural sector and benefit farmers.

Feb 17, 2024

Shops will be allowed to remain open till 1 a.m. in B'luru: Siddaramaiah

Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah has announced that shops and other establishments will be allowed to open till 1 a.m. in Bengaluru and 10 other corporation areas in order to further trade and commerce.

Feb 17, 2024

(RAD) Anti-Tank Mines, Radar, Torpedoes, Worth Rs 84,560 Crore For Armed Forces

DAC nod to Anti-Tank Mines, radar, torpedoes worth Rs 84,560 cr for armed forces

The Ministry of Defence (MoD) on Friday approved the proposal for procurement of new generation Air Defence Tactical Control Radar (ADTCR) and heavyweight Torpedoes for the armed forces.

Feb 16, 2024

CAPFs Constable (GD) exam to be held in 13 regional languages; see dates, other important details

The decision to conduct the examination in regional languages is expected to increase the reach of the examination among candidates across the country, providing everyone with an equal opportunity for employment.

Feb 11, 2024

EPFO raises interest rate on PF deposits to 8.25% for 2023-24

The Central Board of Trustees of the Employees' Provident Fund Organisation (EPFO) has recommended an interest rate of 8.25 per cent on Provident Fund deposits for 2023-24.

Feb 10, 2024

Sovereign Gold Bonds to be issued from Feb 12-16, can be used as collateral for loans [details]

Finance Ministry on Friday said that the Sovereign Gold Bonds 2023-24 (Series IV) will be opened for subscription during February 12-16, with settlement date as February 21.

Feb 10, 2024

India's CAR-T Immunotherapy makes history; cures cancer patient at unbelievable cost [read now]

A type of immunotherapy, CAR-T genetically programs T-cells to identity and attack cancer cells. Developed by IIT Bombay and Tata Memorial Hospital, it brings down the cost of treatment from Rs 3-4 crore to Rs 42 lakh.

Feb 9, 2024

Except For A Few, All "Forbidden Zones" In Ladakh Are Now Accessible To Tourists [details]

Keeping in view the security reasons permits for foreigners are still a requirement to visit the restricted areas within the Union Territory of Ladakh.

Feb 9, 2024

Sitharaman Announces Three New Railway Economic Corridors

2G to coal scam & more: White Paper details 15 scams during UPA regime

"The scams and corruption cases had shaken the confidence of the people," the White Paper said, as it detailed the current status of some of the high-profile cases.

Feb 8, 2024

"Historic" bill passed in Lok Sabha to grant ST status to J&K's "Pahari Ethnic Group" [details]

Paharis became the first linguistic group to get Scheduled Tribe status in the country. After the inclusion of four more communities, now 16 tribes are incorporated in the ST list of J&K.

Feb 6, 2024

Ladakh home to over 85% black-necked cranes; total population in India just over 80 [details]

Considered to be an endangered species due to habitat loss, hunting, and climate change, the Black-necked Crane was declared a "State Bird" of Ladakh

Feb 6, 2024

Interim Budget Unlikely To Impact Market In A Big Way, Say Analysts

J&K's interim budget 2024-25 presented in Parliament; here's a breakdown [details]

Central agrees to provide Rs 41751.44 crores to J&K in this financial year and Rs 37277.74 crores in the next financial year

Feb 5, 2024

How big-ticket offenders are able to relocate, escape long arm of the law

It has been several years since high-profile economic offenders such as Vijay Mallya and Nirav Modi made headlines by fleeing the country, leaving a trail of unpaid debts amounting to thousands of crores from Indian banks.

Feb 4, 2024

Stir For Statehood: Protest In Leh, Total Shutdown In Kargil [details]

Despite the announcement of the agitational programme by Leh Apex Body and Kargil Democratic Alliance, the Union Home Ministry has invited agitating groups of Ladakh for the second round of talks.

Feb 3, 2024

Centre invites agitating Ladakhi groups for second round of talks amid "Leh Chalo" protest [details]

Union Home Ministry on Friday invites both Ladakh Apex Body and Kargil Democratic Alliance for the second round of talks on February 19.