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Govt to bring framework to unlock potential marine sector with focus on Andaman and Lakshadweep: FM Sitharaman

Hindu - Sat, 02/01/2025 - 06:40
Nirmala Sitharaman said India ranks second largest globally in fish production and aquaculture
Categories: National News

Watch: I have always played for the fans, says Hardik Pandya

Times of India - Sat, 02/01/2025 - 06:40
Hardik Pandya appreciates his batting achievements as they bring him immense joy, especially when leading India to victories. After his impressive performance against England, Pandya emphasized his devotion to cricket and the motivation he draws from fans. His dedication was evident in India's T20 World Cup triumph last year.
Categories: National News

Budget 2025: Government to allocate ₹10,000 crore under Urban Challenge Fund for 2025-26

Hindu - Sat, 02/01/2025 - 06:34
Additional borrowing of 0.5% of state GDP to be allowed to strengthen electricity distribution and transmission companies, the finance minister said
Categories: National News

Budget 2025 | Propose to introduce new income tax bill next week, says FM Sitharaman 

Hindu - Sat, 02/01/2025 - 06:32
Changes to direct tax and indirect tax reforms would be detailed later in her speech, the FM stated.
Categories: National News

Budget cheers for poll-bound Bihar, second year in a row

Times of India - Sat, 02/01/2025 - 06:30
In the Union Budget, finance minister Nirmala Sitharaman announced several initiatives for Bihar, including the establishment of a Makhana Board, four greenfield airports, and a National Institute Food Technology Entrepreneurship and Management. Additionally, support for the Western Kosi Canal project and expanded facilities at IIT Patna were also announced.
Categories: National News

Sitharaman says 50,000 Atal Tinkering Labs will be set up in next 5 years

Times of India - Sat, 02/01/2025 - 06:26
Finance minister Nirmala Sitharaman announced the establishment of 50,000 Atal Tinkering Labs over the next five years to foster scientific thinking among students. In addition, five national centers for skilling will be set up with global expertise, and the Bharatiya Bhasha Pushtak scheme will provide digital Indian language books for schools and higher education.
Categories: National News

Government to launch focused scheme for footwear, leather sectors: Nirmala Sitharaman

Hindu - Sat, 02/01/2025 - 06:22
Nirmala Sitharaman said investment as third engine encompasses investing in people, innovation, and economy.
Categories: National News

Sitharaman announces focused scheme for footwear, leather sectors

Times of India - Sat, 02/01/2025 - 06:20
Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman has announced a scheme to boost the footwear and leather sectors and establish India as a global toy manufacturing hub. She also outlined plans for a clean technology manufacturing mission and expanding broadband connectivity to all government secondary schools and primary healthcare centers.
Categories: National News

FEMA case against Flipkart founders: Madras HC dismisses cases filed by Sachin and Binny Bansal

Hindu - Sat, 02/01/2025 - 06:17
Justice S. Sounthar grants them 30 days’ time to file their explanations to the 2021 show cause notices issued by the Special Director of the Directorate of Enforcement
Categories: National News

Budget 2025: ID cards, registration in E-shram portal, health cover for 1 crore gig workers, says Nirmala Sitharaman

Hindu - Sat, 02/01/2025 - 06:17
Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman also announces decision to launch a scheme for for the socio-economic development for urban workers
Categories: National News

Budget 2025: New Makhana Board and Food Institute to be opened in Bihar, says FM Nirmala Sitharaman

Hindu - Sat, 02/01/2025 - 06:17
Bihar is set go to polls later this year in November and the BJP-JD(U) coalition eyes to retain it
Categories: National News

Budget 2025 | India Post to be transformed as a “large public logistics organisation”, says FM Sitharaman

Hindu - Sat, 02/01/2025 - 06:17
She further stated that the Indian Post Office network, augmented by Indian Post Payments Bank would act as a “catalyst to rural economy”.
Categories: National News

Enhancing limit for interest subvention scheme for Kisan Credit Cards to ₹5 lakh announced in Union Budget

Hindu - Sat, 02/01/2025 - 06:15
Presenting the 14th consecutive Budget under the Narendra Modi government since 2014, Ms. Sitharaman also said the government will enhance credit guarantee cover for MSMEs to improve their credit access
Categories: National News

Actor Prakash Raj lodges complaint on use of fake photo at Kumbh Mela on social media

Hindu - Sat, 02/01/2025 - 06:11
Prakash Raj said an AI-generated picture has been used as part of efforts to spread fake news about him through social media
Categories: National News

Gaddar memorial to come up on Necklace Road: Telangana CM

Hindu - Sat, 02/01/2025 - 06:04
Revanth Reddy said he used to speak to Gaddar when he felt low during the last 10 years of his political career
Categories: National News

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