Union Minister for Agriculture and Farmers’ Welfare and Rural Development Minister Shri Shivraj Singh Chouhan launched a web portal developed jointly by the Department of Agriculture and Farmers’ Welfare (DA&FW) and NABARD to automate and speed up the process of settlement of interest subvention claims of banks submitted under the …
Read More »May 2024 Core Industries Index Up 6.3%: Growth in Electricity, Coal, Steel, and Natural Gas Production
The combined Index of Eight Core Industries (ICI) increased by 6.3per cent (provisional) in May, 2024 as compared to the Index in May, 2023. The production of Electricity, Coal, Steel, Natural Gas and Refinery Products recorded positive growth in May 2024. The details of annual indices, monthly indices and growth rates …
Read More »Monthly Review of Accounts of Government of India upto May 2024 (FY2024-25)
The Monthly Account of the Government of India upto the month of May 2024 has been consolidated and reports published. The highlights are given below:- The Government of India has received ₹5,72,845 crore (18.6% of corresponding BE 2024-25 of Total Receipts) upto May 2024 comprising ₹3,19,036 crore Tax Revenue (Net …
Read More »India and USA extend the Transitional Approach on Equalisation Levy 2020 until 30 June 2024
On October 8, 2021, India and the United States joined 134 other members of the OECD/G20 Inclusive Framework (including Austria, France, Italy, Spain, and the United Kingdom) in reaching agreement on the Statement on a Two-Pillar Solution to Address the Tax Challenges Arising from the Digitalization of the Economy. On …
Read More »NRLM Workshop: Empowering Women SHGs to Become ‘Lakhpati Didis
Stepping up its efforts further towards making of 3 Crore Lakhpati Didis in line with the Prime Minister’s vision, The Deendayal Antyodaya Yojana- National Rural Livelihoods Mission (DAY-NRLM), under the Ministry of Rural Development organized today a National Stakeholders Consultative Workshop on Integrating Women Self-Help Groups into Service Sector Enterprises: …
Read More »Growth in Mining sector in May 2024 After Record Production Levels in FY 2023-24
Iron ore and Limestone together account for about 80% of the total MCDR mineral production by value. These key minerals exhibited record production levels in FY 2023-24, with production of iron ore at 275 million metric ton (MMT) and limestone at 450 MMT in FY 2023-24. Continuing the trend, the …
Read More »Record Decline in the Share of Imported Coal in Last Decade
India, endowed with the fifth-largest coal reserves globally, stands as the second-largest consumer of coal, propelled by a fast-growing economy. In overall coal consumption spectrum, the unavailability of coking coal and high-grade thermal coal within our reserves necessitates imports to meet the requirements of industries like steel etc. However, medium …
Read More »Whistling Woods International and IED – Istituto Europeo di Design Forge Cinematic Bridge Between India and Italy
Whistling Woods International (WWI) was part of a milestone event in international cinema: the fifth episode of the second season of Aperitivo Italiano. Hosted by the Consulate General of Italy in Mumbai, this special screening celebrated the cultural synergy between India and Italy, inspired by the timeless classic “Nuovo Cinema …
Read More »India Shelter Finance Corporation Ltd. Lauded with CARE AA-/Stable Rating by Care Edge: Solidifying Leadership in Affordable Housing Finance
India Shelter Finance Corporation Limited (ISFCL) is pleased to announce that CARE Ratings Limited has upgraded the credit rating of our Long Term Bank Facilities, amounting to Rs. 1,335.00 crores. The rating for ISFCL has been revised from CARE A+; Positive (Single A Plus; Outlook: Positive) to CARE AA-; Stable …
Read More »At e4m Golden Mikes 2024, Red FM Turns Gold with 35 Awards & Radio Station of the Year Award
India’s leading private radio and entertainment network, Red FM, has been honoured with the title of Radio Station of the Year and 35 prestigious awards across various categories, celebrating its versatility and innovation at the e4m Golden Mikes 2024. The accolades were presented at the Radio & Audio Conference held …
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