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April 22, 2025 11:52 AM

India’s DBT system yields Rs. 3.48 lakh crore in savings, boosts welfare efficiency: report

India’s Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT) system has resulted in cumulative savings of Rs. 3.48 lakh crore by plugging leakages in welfare delivery, reveals a new report by the BlueKraft Digital Foundation. The findings, endorsed by the Ministry of Fin...

April 22, 2025 10:30 AM

Union Minister Jayant Chaudhary inaugurates NSDC-PDEU centre of excellence in Gandhinagar offering 40 skill-based courses

Union Minister of State (Independent Charge) for Skill Development and Entrepreneurship and Minister of State for Education, Jayant Chaudhary, inaugurated a Centre of Excellence (CoE) jointly established by the National Skill Development Corporation ...

April 22, 2025 9:35 AM

Cardinals to meet after death of Pope Francis, plan for funeral

Cardinals were due to meet on Tuesday to plan Pope Francis' funeral, which leaders from around the world will attend ahead of a conclave next month to elect a new head of the Roman Catholic Church. Francis, 88, died unexpectedly on Monday after suff...

April 17, 2025 9:09 PM

India’s economic fundamentals strong, growth outlook bright: industry leaders

India’s economic growth story is set to gain further momentum, underpinned by strong fundamentals, robust policymaking, and a skilled workforce, according to top industry leaders. On the sidelines of the 120th anniversary celebrations of the PHD C...

April 17, 2025 4:56 PM

Fitch projects India’s GDP growth at 6.4% for FY26, retains 6.3% for FY27

Fitch Ratings on Thursday revised India’s GDP growth forecast for FY26 to 6.4%, citing global economic uncertainties, while maintaining its projection of 6.3% for FY27. The global ratings agency also lowered its estimates for FY25 and FY26 by 10 b...

April 17, 2025 4:37 PM

ISSF World Cup: Suruchi and Saurabh Chaudhary clinch gold

India’s Suruchi and Saurabh Chaudhary struck gold in style at the ISSF World Cup Rifle/Pistol/Shotgun in Lima, Peru, winning the 10m Air Pistol Mixed Team title with a commanding 17-9 victory over China’s Yao Qianxun and Hu Kai. This marks Suruc...

April 17, 2025 6:10 PM

Migration in North-East and Inner Line Permit System

Northeast India often makes headlines due to conflicts and political tensions because of the rising influx of migrants within the states. We have heard of the case of Tripura and the heavy news of instability coming from Manipur very recently. For th...

April 17, 2025 6:21 PM

Act East Policy and India’s North East

Over the years, India has recognized the importance of strengthening its ties with neighbouring regions to secure its place in the global arena. Consistent with this approach, India's foreign policy has traditionally been guided by a commitment to no...

April 17, 2025 2:15 PM

Lok Sabha speaker unveils roadmap for Viksit Bharat 2047, advocates inclusive and sustainable growth model

Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla on Wednesday outlined a comprehensive roadmap for achieving the national vision of Vikshit Bharat (Developed India) by 2047, calling for a sustainable, inclusive, and innovation-driven development model. Addressing the 120t...

April 17, 2025 1:31 PM

IMEC to slash logistics costs by 30%, transit time by 40%, says Piyush Goyal

The India-Middle East-Europe Economic Corridor (IMEC) is expected to reduce logistics costs by up to 30% and cut transportation time by 40%, Union Minister of Commerce and Industry Piyush Goyal said on Wednesday. The Minister was addressing the IMEC ...