b Budget 2024: ₹5,000 monthly internship allowance announced for 1 crore youth By www.thehindubusinessline.com Published On :: Tue, 23 Jul 2024 12:46:40 +0530 Internship scheme aims to create job opportunities in top 500 companies over next five years Full Article Budget 2024
b Union Budget 2024-25: India slashes aid to Maldives, boosts support for Sri Lanka and Mauritius By www.thehindubusinessline.com Published On :: Wed, 24 Jul 2024 12:52:56 +0530 Aid to the Maldives has been cut by 48%, reducing the grant from ₹770 crore to ₹400 crore, reflecting strained diplomatic ties following the election of pro-China President Mohamed Muizzu. Full Article Policy
b Disaster management Bill tabled in LS; Opposition says Bill encroaches on States’ jurisdiction By www.thehindubusinessline.com Published On :: Thu, 01 Aug 2024 18:44:30 +0530 Centre asserts that there is no interference in the rights of the States as disaster management is the first responsibility of the States. Full Article National
b Govt set to bring in changes in banking laws By www.thehindubusinessline.com Published On :: Sun, 04 Aug 2024 17:49:37 +0530 Amendments likely to raise number of nominees in a bank account to 4 Full Article Money & Banking
b Oil Ministry introduces Bill to amend Oilfields Regulation Act By www.thehindubusinessline.com Published On :: Mon, 05 Aug 2024 19:15:49 +0530 Oil Ministry’s move to enhance the ease of doing business in the exploration and production sector Full Article Policy
b Nirmala Sitharaman introduces Banking Laws (Amendment) Bill in Lok Sabha By www.thehindubusinessline.com Published On :: Fri, 09 Aug 2024 12:59:31 +0530 The Bill seeks to give customers an option to increase the number of nominees per bank account to four, from existing one, among others Full Article Policy
b Entering a decade of financial inclusion: PMJDY reaches 53 crore beneficiaries and ₹2.28 lakh crore in deposits By www.thehindubusinessline.com Published On :: Mon, 12 Aug 2024 18:26:17 +0530 The scheme has largely been women-centric with 29.48 crore beneficiaries while 35.27 crore of total accounts are from rural and semi-urban branches Full Article Policy
b Govt issues operational guidelines for under PM-Surya Ghar: Muft Bijli Yojana By www.thehindubusinessline.com Published On :: Mon, 12 Aug 2024 19:40:11 +0530 A total financial outlay of ₹800 crore has been allocated for this component, providing ₹1 crore per selected model solar village, the Ministry said Full Article Policy
b Govt supports e-commerce but demands fair play and honesty, says Piyush Goyal By www.thehindubusinessline.com Published On :: Thu, 22 Aug 2024 21:53:51 +0530 Goyal highlighted the benefits of e-commerce while expressing concerns about predatory pricing practices and the need to protect small retailers Full Article Economy
b Cabinet approves e-auction to roll out FM Radio stations in 234 new cities By www.thehindubusinessline.com Published On :: Wed, 28 Aug 2024 18:57:17 +0530 The Cabinet also clears the proposal to change annual licensing fee conditions Full Article Economy
b Cabinet approves ₹6,456 crore worth of new rail projects across West Bengal, Jharkhand, Odisha and Chhattisgarh By www.thehindubusinessline.com Published On :: Wed, 28 Aug 2024 19:10:22 +0530 Three projects include setting up of two new lines and one multi-tracking project across Indian Railways Full Article Logistics
b Govt proposes new window in NRS auctions for buying coal without end use requirement By www.thehindubusinessline.com Published On :: Thu, 29 Aug 2024 19:02:13 +0530 Coal Ministry proposes new window in NRS Linkage Auction Policy for long-term coal linkages without end use restrictions Full Article Commodities
b Govt extends interest equalisation scheme for exporters till September 30 By www.thehindubusinessline.com Published On :: Wed, 04 Sep 2024 12:49:16 +0530 This extension aims to promote the country’s outbound shipments and provide exporters with interest benefits. Full Article Policy
b Centre Notifies NaBFID as a ‘Public Financial Institution’ By www.thehindubusinessline.com Published On :: Wed, 11 Sep 2024 19:14:59 +0530 NaBFID expects its total sanctions loan book to touch ₹2 lakh crore by March 2025, while disbursements are likely to be around ₹ 1 lakh crore Full Article Money & Banking
b Govt brings all citizens aged 70+ under Ayushman Bharat’s ₹5 lakh health scheme By www.thehindubusinessline.com Published On :: Wed, 11 Sep 2024 21:33:41 +0530 India expands Ayushman Bharat to cover 6 crore senior citizens aged 70+ with ₹5 lakh free health insurance per family, at a total cost of ₹3,437 crore Full Article Policy
b Ayushman Bharat scheme could see addition of more geriatric care packages: Health Ministry officials By www.thehindubusinessline.com Published On :: Thu, 12 Sep 2024 19:18:57 +0530 Suggestions have been sought to increase the number of geriatric care packages under the health insurance scheme Full Article Policy
b India and Brazil to collaborate on SAF, leverage biofuel expertise to decarbonise aviation By www.thehindubusinessline.com Published On :: Sat, 21 Sep 2024 15:27:56 +0530 The joint statement emphasised collaboration in technology exchange, joint research, and development initiatives to optimize SAF production processes and create frameworks encouraging investment in SAF production. Full Article Policy
b Legislative bodies should use technology to discuss, shape welfare schemes for the poor, says LS Speaker Birla By www.thehindubusinessline.com Published On :: Tue, 24 Sep 2024 09:29:59 +0530 By ensuring accountability and transparency of the Executive, democratic institutions make governance more responsible and efficient, says the Lok Sabha Speaker Full Article Policy
b Wage ceilings likely to be hiked for EPS, EPF and ESIC: Labour Ministry sources By www.thehindubusinessline.com Published On :: Tue, 08 Oct 2024 19:49:55 +0530 Talks are at an advanced stage to firm up the quantum of increase Full Article Economy
b Parliamentary panel expresses concern over CCI budget cuts By www.thehindubusinessline.com Published On :: Wed, 09 Oct 2024 15:16:37 +0530 Panel seeks updates on pending competition cases, CCI’s backlog, and progress of the Draft Digital Competition Bill targeting the digital market Full Article Economy
b QR code diktat to be widened for more medicines, says DCGI Raghuvanshi By www.thehindubusinessline.com Published On :: Wed, 09 Oct 2024 20:33:44 +0530 already Top 300 drug brands are already under mandatory QR code net Full Article Economy
b Government schemes catapulting India to become developed nation: Amit Shah By www.thehindubusinessline.com Published On :: Fri, 11 Oct 2024 08:35:07 +0530 Modi government has ended “policy paralysis” and transformed India into an economic bright spot, says Union Home Minister Amit Shah Full Article Policy
b GoM for freeing health insurance for senior citizens, all policies up to ₹5-lakh cover from GST burden By www.thehindubusinessline.com Published On :: Sat, 19 Oct 2024 17:50:36 +0530 GoM suggests rate hike on high-end wrist watches, shoes; GST on packaged water to be cut Full Article Policy
b Family pension in case of two widows to be paid after deciding legality of second marriage By www.thehindubusinessline.com Published On :: Mon, 21 Oct 2024 11:26:19 +0530 Existing rule says ‘widow’ or ‘widower’ shall mean a spouse, legally wedded to deceased government servant or pensioners. Full Article Policy
b No merger of 50% DA into basic, as finance ministry issues order payment for 53% DA By www.thehindubusinessline.com Published On :: Tue, 22 Oct 2024 11:26:08 +0530 DA to central government employees was enhanced from 50 per cent to 53 per cent of the basic pay with effect from July 1, 2024 Full Article Policy
b Bond between India, Russia is deep-rooted: Modi By www.thehindubusinessline.com Published On :: Tue, 22 Oct 2024 20:33:32 +0530 Modi meets Putin on the sidelines of BRICS summit in Kazan; talks focus on partnership across diverse sectors Full Article Policy
b Finmin gives effect to revised consolidated pay for IRDAI Chairman, members By www.thehindubusinessline.com Published On :: Tue, 22 Oct 2024 20:44:03 +0530 Revised pay to be effective from January 1 this year Full Article Money & Banking
b Bharat dal sales resume; chana and masur dal offered at reduced prices By www.thehindubusinessline.com Published On :: Wed, 23 Oct 2024 16:37:49 +0530 Chana (whole) is being sold at ₹58 per kg and masur dal at ₹89 per kg through cooperative networks like NCCF, NAFED, and Kendriya Bhandar. Full Article Agri Business
b India to continue supporting Global South with strong forex reserves, says FM Sitharaman By www.thehindubusinessline.com Published On :: Wed, 23 Oct 2024 21:57:57 +0530 At a Centre for Global Development event, Sitharaman highlighted India’s use of foreign reserves to aid distressed nations without conditions. Full Article Policy
b Govt proposes 15-year PPA for FDRE projects with battery storage By www.thehindubusinessline.com Published On :: Tue, 29 Oct 2024 18:47:57 +0530 The Power Ministry seeks stakeholder feedback on amendments Full Article Policy
b India’s new biodiversity strategy aims to protect 30% of ecosystems, restore degraded habitats by 2030 By www.thehindubusinessline.com Published On :: Fri, 01 Nov 2024 09:26:35 +0530 This plan aligns with the global targets set by the Kunming-Montreal Global Biodiversity Framework. Full Article Policy
b PM E-DRIVE: Government starts disbursal of incentives amounting to ₹320 crore in first month of scheme By www.thehindubusinessline.com Published On :: Mon, 04 Nov 2024 20:53:09 +0530 Total 28,81,436 units of EVs to be incentivised with an outlay of ₹10,900 crore in the next 2 years Full Article Economy
b Govt may bring flex fuel vehicles on a par with EVs By www.thehindubusinessline.com Published On :: Tue, 05 Nov 2024 22:15:00 +0530 Mulls reducing GST, offering support to crops to boost ethanol output Full Article Policy
b CCI sharpens penalty recovery rules, seeks public input on new amendments By www.thehindubusinessline.com Published On :: Thu, 07 Nov 2024 13:24:16 +0530 Stakeholders invited to share feedback by December 6 on proposed changes aimed at a more streamlined and effective penalty recovery process Full Article Economy
b GoI invites proposals for establishing Centres of Excellence under Green Hydrogen Mission By www.thehindubusinessline.com Published On :: Thu, 07 Nov 2024 19:18:28 +0530 This initiative, launched by the Ministry of New and Renewable Energy, aims to position India as a global leader in Green Hydrogen technologies by enhancing research in production, storage, and utilization Full Article Policy
b Bigger and better By www.thehindubusinessline.com Published On :: Fri, 12 Jan 2024 22:14:55 +0530 Can the refreshed Mercedes-Benz GLS be your premium, full-sized SUV of choice? Full Article Auto focus
b Punching above its weight By www.thehindubusinessline.com Published On :: Fri, 26 Jan 2024 15:26:56 +0530 The Tata Punch.ev looks impressive on paper, but how good is it? Full Article Auto focus
b Bentley Bentayga EWB: First Class By www.thehindubusinessline.com Published On :: Fri, 16 Feb 2024 15:42:17 +0530 The Bentley Bentayga pretty much kickstarted the luxury SUV trend. How good is it nearly a decade later? Full Article Auto focus
b Mercedes Benz G 400d: G for Genius By www.thehindubusinessline.com Published On :: Fri, 16 Feb 2024 16:14:44 +0530 Marketing genius or actual all-around greatness? The G-Class is back in a new variant, but is Mercedes-Benz playing a touch too smart with it? Full Article Auto focus
b BMW X5: Best of both worlds By www.thehindubusinessline.com Published On :: Fri, 01 Mar 2024 16:10:41 +0530 An SUV worthy of its salt is supposed to be as sporty as it is practical, and the new BMW X5 treads that fine line perfectly Full Article Auto focus
b Fiat announces global revival By www.thehindubusinessline.com Published On :: Fri, 01 Mar 2024 19:12:38 +0530 Fiat has revealed some futuristic concepts based on the much-loved Panda, namely a city car, a fastback, a family SUV, a camper, and a pickup truck Full Article Auto focus
b Mid-tier exuberance: Range Rover Velar By www.thehindubusinessline.com Published On :: Fri, 08 Mar 2024 15:50:50 +0530 Land Rover’s straightforward segmentation puts its mid-tier Velar in the spotlight Full Article Auto focus
b Mercedes-Benz GLA: Living the dream By www.thehindubusinessline.com Published On :: Fri, 08 Mar 2024 16:18:21 +0530 The GLA is the formidable entry-level Mercedes-Benz for many buyers, offering to be a gateway to more premium products and the immeasurable prestige that its badge offers Full Article Auto focus
b BMW 620d M Sport Signature launched By www.thehindubusinessline.com Published On :: Fri, 22 Mar 2024 16:20:40 +0530 Priced at ₹78.90 lakh, ex-showroom, the tech-laden car is powered by a 2-litre diesel engine Full Article Auto focus
b BMW iX1: iX1 for everyone By www.thehindubusinessline.com Published On :: Fri, 22 Mar 2024 19:33:00 +0530 The all-electric BMW iX1 puts all-electric performance, robust handling, and great brand value in one compact SUV package Full Article Auto focus
b Mercedes-Benz G-Class updated By www.thehindubusinessline.com Published On :: Fri, 29 Mar 2024 22:57:00 +0530 The model line has for now been updated with new features and suspension tech. Full Article Auto focus
b Quarter-litre crisis: Bajaj Pulsar N250 By www.thehindubusinessline.com Published On :: Sat, 20 Apr 2024 08:30:00 +0530 While there’s no crisis in the 250 cc space, Bajaj appears to have devised a great solution anyway Full Article Auto focus
b Mercedes-Benz GLE 450: Milestone-Class By www.thehindubusinessline.com Published On :: Sat, 20 Apr 2024 08:30:00 +0530 More than 25 years after it was introduced as the M-Class, the GLE still looks pretty promising in its latest avatar Full Article Auto focus
b Force Gurkha now also available in a five-door guise By www.thehindubusinessline.com Published On :: Fri, 03 May 2024 19:13:57 +0530 The off-road-focussed SUV is powered by a 2.6-litre diesel engine which makes 138 bhp and 32.63 kg-m. Full Article Auto focus
b Skoda makes its Slavia and Kushaq safer than before By www.thehindubusinessline.com Published On :: Fri, 03 May 2024 22:00:00 +0530 With the latest update, Skoda has now made six airbags available across the Slavia and Kushaq model range Full Article Auto focus