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NHAI defers plan to generate funds by leasing off its assets

The National Highways Authority of India (NHAI) has put its plan to monetise operational publicly-funded highway projects on hold for two months, given that investors might not commit long-term investments at this juncture, due to uncertainty over toll collections.




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Uber resumes operations in green, orange zones amid lockdown

In a bid to curb the transmission of novel Coronavirus, India suspended public transport services and enforced a nearly two-month country-wide lockdown that is currently set to end on May 17.




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Power demand falls 22.6% in April, steepest plunge in recent history

Electricity consumption in Uttar Pradesh declined by 20.3% in April while Rajasthan recorded an annual fall of 21.3% in the same month.




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Private power producers want govt to fast-track discom funding package

Power plants across the country currently have coal stock to run their plants for 31 days on an average.




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Indian exchanges aim to attract overseas rupee trading volumes onshore

Finance minister Nirmala Sitharaman inaugurated the rupee-dollar derivatives trading on the two exchanges on Friday.




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FY21 borrowing target raised by a massive 54%

Announcing the revised calendar, the government said all the auctions covered by the calendar will have the facility of non-competitive bidding scheme, under which 5% of the notified amount will be reserved for the specified retail investors.




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Maiden round-the-clock renewable energy auction gets tariff of Rs 2.90/unit

Since renewable energy is unpredictable in nature, other sources of energy are required for balancing it, increasing the actual cost of such power, dissuading state-run power distribution companies from buying such electricity.




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Fiscal slip up 2 ppt, need to structure package carefully

A Rs 4 lakh crore extra borrowing acknowledges huge fiscal slippage; raise loan-guarantee component in package.




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Ease labour laws now: UP gets it right, but relaxation must become permanent

Just to have employment levels rise meaningfully—let alone goals such as playing host to companies moving out of China, or raising manufacturing’s share in the GDP to 25%—the Centre and the states must quickly ease labour laws.




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Pharma exports fail to meet FY20 target due to curbs

Drug formulations and biologicals, which contribute to almost 72% of exports, have shown 9.5% growth in FY20. However, export of bulk drugs and drug intermediates posted negative growth.




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Income Tax Exemption: Donation to Shree Ram Janambhoomi Teertha Kshetra in Ayodhya to get 80G benefit!

The notification says that the Teerth Kshetra is a place of historic importance and a place of public worship of renown for taxation purposes.




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Mukesh Ambani in no mood to rest; trying to get more investors for Jio, talks on with rich Saudi wealth fund

Saudi Arabia’s $320 billion sovereign wealth fund is exploring a potential investment in Reliance Industries Ltd.’s digital unit.




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Stranded in lockdown? Modi govt brings this change in residential status for tax purposes

The nationwide lockdown suspended the operation of international flights and such people were had to prolong their stay in India. They were concerned that the extra stay due to lockdown may make them a resident of India for tax purposes under section 6 of the Act.




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Only severe COVID-19 patients to be tested before discharge: Union health ministry

At the time of discharge, patient will be advised to follow home isolation for further seen days as per the prescribed guidelines.




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Vande Bharat Mission: Now a UV based luggage disinfector system from DRDO

The baggage undergoes a 180-degree vertical orientation change between 2 separate UV chambers which help in ensuring uniform radiation exposure all throughout the surface.




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TDP chief urges PM Modi to set up scientific experts’ committee to probe Vizag gas leak incident

Following the gas leak incident, the National Green Tribunal ordered LG Polymers India to pay interim damages of Rs 50 crore and issued notices to the company, Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB), state and Centre.




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Mother’s Day 2020: 4 smart tips for new moms to manage their money well

Here are some financial planning tips for new moms to help you get your finances on track for a worry-free future.




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SBI vs HDFC vs ICICI vs Axis Bank: Where to get cheapest home loan? Rates compared

The marginal cost lending rate cut by banks and finance companies is good news for home loan and car loan borrowers whose loans are linked to MCLR. With the rate cut, all loans including home loans, auto loans, personal loans, etc., tied to the MCLR will become cheaper.




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Facebook now rolling out its biggest update for desktop users; here are all the features worth talking about

Social media giant Facebook is now rolling out its biggest update for desktop users, after first announcing it at its F8 developer conference last year.




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‘Disciplined’ northeast emerges as model of COVID-19 management: Jitendra Singh

He said within six years of the Modi government, the northeastern region has emerged as the model for development for the entire country.




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EPF withdrawal for COVID-19 online: Have Rs 2,00,000 in PF account? Check how much you can get

PF Advance Withdrawal for COVID-19: Are you running out of cash amid Coornavirus crisis and want to withdraw from Provident Fund account?




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COVID-19: Indian-origin woman faces charges for refusing to wear face mask in Singapore

The mall staff informed the police and when the officers requested to see her identity, she allegedly started peeling off the address sticker on her identity card.




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Nova Scotia Draw Targets Social Workers in Labor Market Priorities Stream

On December 5th  Nova Scotia conducted a new draw in its provincial Labor Market Priorities Stream with a link to Express Entry. It targets social and community service workers under the NOC 4212. This was the first NSNP draw that targeted NOC 4212.Candidates…




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Increase in Immigration Targets is the Next Priority of Canada

The Prime Minister of Canada has addressed the recently appointed Immigration Minister in a recent mandate letter. The mandate letter represents the top preferences for the Canadian immigration future, which comprises increasing immigration goals and…




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Saskatchewan Holds EOI Draw Targeting 96 Jobs and Issues 595 Invitations

The immigration authorities in Saskatchewan targeted 96 NOC codes and issued 595 invitations in their recent provincial draw for Expression of Interest draw on December 20. Saskatchewan Immigrant Nominee Program featured invitations in the provincial…




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Chicken, Egg and Vegetables Rice Bowl

Chicken, Egg and Vegetables Rice Bowl appeared first on CASA Veneracion

To the basic oyakodon recipe, I added snow peas and bell pepper strips to make this delicious and colorful chicken, egg and vegetables rice bowl meal. Why add vegetables? For variety, mainly. Oyakodon-style recipes are one of our go-to dishes. We just change the chicken component from time to time — shrimps are especially good! …

Chicken, Egg and Vegetables Rice Bowl was written by Connie Veneracion and originally published in CASA Veneracion.




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Rakhi Birla, AAP's Giant Killer, Youngest Minister, Youngest Deputy Speaker

At 26, Rakhi Birla became the youngest minister in Delhi as she joined Arvind Kejriwal's cabinet when the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) first came to power in 2013. Later, the two-time MLA from Mangolpuri...




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"Help Us Get Over Corona Blues": Smriti Irani's Poetic Tribute To Gulzar

Union Minister Smriti Irani on Wednesday shared a poem paying tribute to the legendary lyricist and poet Gulzar, thanking him for making lives happier with his work even during the lockdown.




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Massive Sandstorm Sweeps Over Niger Capital, Paints Sky Red. Watch

A massive sandstorm swept over the capital of Niger, Niamey, on Monday.




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Viral Video Of Woman 'Boxing' Dog Sparks Outrage

An investigation has been launched in Idaho after a video of a woman 'boxing' a dog went viral online, sparking outrage among viewers.




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Video: Bridge Full Of Traffic Sways Due To Strong Winds

A bridge in China was temporarily closed to public after it was filmed swaying up and down because of strong winds.







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LG’s “mid-range’ Velvet smartphone announced, but it’s not exactly cheap

LG has officially taken the wraps off its latest handset, the LG Velvet. For a phone designed with mid-range specs, we have to say that its asking price is a little disappointing.




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Anker’s 60W 6-port wall charger is now on sale

Check out this discount on Anker’s 60W 6-port wall charger! If you have to charge multiple devices at once and don’t want to deal with multiple plugs, then this could be useful.




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Indian Railways increase passenger fares by 14.2%

Indian Railways increase passenger fares by 14.2% and freight rates by 6.5%, effective June 25, 2014




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Indian Railway Budget 2014-15 - 8th July 2014

Indian Railway Budget 2014-15 was presented by Mr Sadanand Gowda on 8th July 2014




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Indian Union Budget 2014-15 - 10th July 2014

Arun Jaitley, new Finance Minister presents Indian Union Budget 2014-15




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SBI to hire 300 at middle management level

State Bank of India (SBI) to hire 300 at middle management level




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RBI revises Guidelines on Mortgage Guarantee Companies

Reserve Bank revises Guidelines on Mortgage Guarantee Companies (MGCs)




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Handbook on Mergers and Acquisitions in Indian Banking

Banknet releases Handbook on Mergers and Acquisitions in Indian Banking System




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India needs not only more banks, but also bigger banks

India needs not only more banks, but also bigger banks, says Citi India CEO




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Urgent need to provide better salaries in PSU Banks

Urgent need to provide better salaries in public sector banks, says SBI Chairperson




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Four PSU Banks get new MD/CEO

Four PSU Banks get new MD/CEO. Govt split post of CMD in Public Sector Banks




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Bankers get 15 percent salary hike and two alternate saturdays Off

PSU Bankers get 15 percent salary hike and Holiday on two alternate saturdays.




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No increase in passenger fares in Indian Railway Budget

Indian Railway Budget 2015-2016 announced by Suresh Prabhu




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Indian Union Budget 2015-16

No Change in tax rates but some Benefits to Middle Class Tax Payers




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Hoisting of World's Largest and Tallest Indian National Flag - Youtube Video

Youtube Video on Hoisting of World's Largest and Tallest Tiranga - Indian National Tricolour Flag




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RBI announces surprise post budget rate cut

Reserve Bank of India announces surprise post budget rate cut - Full Text