Chief of Defence Staff (CDS) General Anil Chauhan has proceeded on an official visit to France. The visit is aimed to further reinforce the robust defence ties between the two nations, which have gained considerable momentum in the last few years. During his visit, General Anil Chauhan is scheduled to …
Read More »PM’s address on 2550th Bhagwan Mahavir Nirvan Mahotsav at Bharat Mandapam, New Delhi
The Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi inaugurated the 2550th Bhagwan Mahaveer Nirvan Mahotsav on the auspicious occasion of Mahaveer Jayanti at Bharat Mandapam in New Delhi today. Shri Modi paid tributes with rice and flower petals to Bhagwan Mahaveer’s Murti and witnessed a dance drama presentation by school children on …
Read More »Net Direct Tax collections (provisional) for Financial Year (FY) 2023-24 exceed Union Budget Estimates by Rs. 1.35 lakh crore i.e. by 7.40%
The provisional figures of Direct Tax collections for the Financial Year (FY) 2023-24 show that Net collections are at Rs. 19.58 lakh crore, compared to Rs. 16.64 lakh crore in the preceding Financial Year i.e. FY 2022-23, representing an increase of 17.70%. The Budget Estimates (BE) for Direct Tax revenue in the Union Budget …
Read More »INDIAN NAVY CONDUCTS EXERCISE POORVI LEHAR ON THE EAST COAST
Indian Navy conducted Exercise Poorvi Lehar on East Coast under the Operational Control of The Flag Officer Commanding-in-Chief, Eastern Naval Command. The exercise aimed at validation of procedures towards assessment of Indian Navy’s preparedness to meet Maritime Security challenges in the region. The exercise witnessed participation of Ships, Submarines, Aircrafts …
Read More »STEEL CUTTING OF THIRD CADET TRAINING SHIP AT M/S L&T SHIPYARD, KATTUPALLI
The contract for indigenous design and construction of three Cadet Training Ships was concluded between MoD and M/s L&T in Mar 23. Steel Cutting ceremony of the third Cadet Training Ship (Yard-18005) was held at M/s L&T Shipyard, Kattupalli, on 20 Apr 24. The ceremony was presided by Shri Giridhar Aramane, …
Read More »Payroll Data: EPFO adds 15.48 lakh net members during February 2024
EPFO’s provisional payroll data released on 20th April, 2024 highlights that EPFO has added 15.48 lakh net members in the month of February, 2024. The data indicates that around 7.78 lakh new members have been enrolled during February, 2024. A noticeable aspect of the data is the dominance of the 18-25 age group, …
Read More »IREDA Reports All-Time High Annual Net Profit, NPAs below 1%, sets Benchmark with Fastest Results in Banking-NBFC Space
Indian Renewable Energy Development Agency Ltd. (IREDA), the nation’s largest pure-play green financing NBFC, has achieved an all-time high annual Profit After Tax (PAT) of Rs. 1252.23 crores, marking an impressive growth of 44.83% over the previous fiscal year 2022-23. The company has successfully reduced its Net Non-Performing Assets (NPAs) …
Read More »Central Government announces the election of 11 members Veterinary Council of India
The Central Government, in pursuance of the provisions of rules 10 and 11 of the Indian Veterinary Council Rules, 1985, conferred by section 4 read with the clause (g) of sub-section (3) of section 3 of the Indian Veterinary Council Act, 1984 (52 of 1984), has announced the election of …
Read More »High turnout in Phase 1 of Lok Sabha Elections 2024 despite heat wave
Polling for the first phase of the General Elections 2024 recorded high voter turnout despite the heat wave. Polling remains largely peaceful with voters from various walks participating enthusiastically in a dazzling display of civic responsibility and pride. In phase 1 of General Elections 2024, polling has been completed for …
Read More »Petroleum Minister Hardeep S Puri talks to OPEC Secretary General about recent trends and volatility in global oil markets
In a telephonic conversation with OPEC Secretary General, H.E. Mr.Haitham Al-Ghais, Minister of Petroleum and Natural Gas, Shri Hardeep Singh Puri emphasized the importance of balancing market stability, affordability, with pragmatism. Shri Puri had an extended telephone conversation lasting 30 minutes with OPEC Secretary General today i.e. on 19 April, …
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