RBI forecasts 7.2 pc GDP growth on back of rising urban, rural demand

RBI Projects 7.2% GDP Growth Despite Global Uncertainties

The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) announced a projected GDP growth of 7.2% for India in the fiscal year 2024-25. This projection, made on August 8, 2024, is based on the strength of investment demand, steady urban consumption, and rising rural consumption. Aug 8, 2024
Trinamool Congress General Secretary Abhishek

Abhishek Banerjee demands Rajya Sabha berth for Vinesh Phogat

Amid the political slugfest over ace Indian wrestler Vinesh Phogat's disqualification from the Paris Olympics hours before her gold medal match, Trinamool Congress General Secretary Abhishek Banerjee on Wednesday called for a consensus approach by the Union government and the opposition on how her contributions to the sport can be acknowledged. Aug 8, 2024
Indian Embassy Rescues 14 Youths from Laos Cyber-Scam Centres

Indian Embassy Rescues 14 Youths from Laos Cyber-Scam Centres

The Indian Embassy in Laos rescued 14 Indian youths from cyber-scam centres in the Golden Triangle SEZ. The victims were lured to Laos with fraudulent job offers and then held captive. The Embassy has issued warnings and advisories to Indian workers considering employment in Laos. Similar incidents have been reported in other Southeast Asian countries, highlighting the need for international efforts to combat this issue. Aug 7, 2024