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January 2, 2025 5:15 PM

Indian economy in robust spot globally in 2025 with high frequency indicators picking up growth

As 2025 begins amidst heightened global uncertainties, India continues to be in a much stronger position with high-frequency indicators showing a pick-up in the pace of growth in the third quarter of the current fiscal (Q3 FY25), according to a repor...

January 2, 2025 3:55 PM

India accounts for 3.9% of global textiles and apparel trade

India has solidified its position as the sixth-largest exporter of textiles and apparel worldwide, holding a 3.9% share in global trade. This sector also makes up 8.21% of India's total exports, highlighting its crucial role in the global textile sup...

January 2, 2025 3:35 PM

IIT Bombay develops bacteria to combat soil pollution and boost agriculture

Researchers at the Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Bombay have developed a groundbreaking solution to tackle soil pollution. They have identified bacteria capable of consuming toxic pollutants in the soil and producing essential nutrients as byp...

January 2, 2025 3:11 PM

Maha Kumbh 2025: A spiritual odyssey awaits in Prayagraj

As the stage is set for the grandeur of the Maha Kumbh festival in 2025, Prayagraj, the sacred city where the Ganga, Yamuna, and the mythical Saraswati rivers converge, is poised to become the epicenter of devotion, meditation, and spiritual awakenin...

January 2, 2025 2:54 PM

IIT Madras, Agriculture Ministry to partner on project VISTAAR to empower farmers

The Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Madras has announced a collaboration with the Ministry of Agriculture and Farmers’ Welfare on Project VISTAAR (Virtually Integrated System to Access Agricultural Resources). The initiative aims to enhance th...

January 2, 2025 2:02 PM

India’s manufacturing sector sees robust job growth; December PMI at 56.4

India’s manufacturing sector displayed resilience in December 2024, recording its tenth consecutive month of employment growth and achieving the fastest pace of job creation in four months, according to the HSBC India Manufacturing Purchasing Manag...

January 2, 2025 1:17 PM

India announces immediate relief assistance of USD 500,000 to Vanuatu following devastating earthquake

India announced immediate relief assistance worth USD 500,000 to Vanuatu on Thursday, in response to a devastating earthquake, the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) said. "India extended its deepest condolences to the Government and people of Vanua...

January 2, 2025 12:29 PM

Loan against gold on the rise; RBI flags concerns over irregular practices in gold lending

The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has reported a sharp surge in gold loans across the country, reflecting an increasing dependence on gold as collateral to meet financial needs. According to the RBI's report, gold loans saw significant growth in the pe...

January 2, 2025 12:24 PM

Artificial snow-making machine in Kargil: A game-changer for winter tourism and sports in Ladakh

In a significant development for Ladakh, the Ladakh Ski and Snowboard Association has successfully pioneered an artificial snow-making machine in Kargil. This innovative solution is set to revolutionize winter tourism and sports in a region where sno...

January 2, 2025 12:25 PM

PM Modi to inaugurate and lay foundation stone for multiple development projects in Delhi on Friday

Prime Minister Narendra Modi will inaugurate and lay the foundation stone for several key development projects in Delhi on Friday. These include new residential flats, urban redevelopment initiatives, and educational infrastructure aimed at enhancing...

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