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EV Industry seeks incentives, funds for infrastructure, tax rationalisation from Budget Finance Minister Sitharaman's budget preparation raises EV sector optimism. Expected measures include FAME-3, charging infrastructure funds, localization incentives, renewables integration, priority lending, reduced GST. Tandon stresses 2030 goals n...
14 Jul, 2024, 05.02 PM ISTOla, Uber, Zomato among 21 entities registered under Delhi's motor vehicle aggregator scheme Delhi's Transport Minister Kailash Gahlot said this initiative will not only promote green mobility but also set high standards for service quality and public safety in the transport sector. The scheme stipulates penalties ranging from Rs 5,000 up t...
13 Jul, 2024, 11.21 PM ISTBudget 2024 needs to decide if faceless assessment is revolutionising tax landscape or creating hurdles? Union Budget 2024 Tax: The eagerly awaited Union Budget 2024 in India brings focus to refining the faceless assessment scheme, crucial for taxpayers and corporates. Despite challenges faced in implementation, such as unwarranted additions and arbitr...
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Union Budget 2024: Govt mulls doubling number of AB-PMJAY beneficiaries, insurance amount Budget 2024: The government plans to double Ayushman Bharat's beneficiary base over three years, starting with those aged 70 and above. Insurance coverage may increase to Rs 10 lakh per year, potentially costing an additional Rs 12,076 crore annuall...
08 Jul, 2024, 08.27 AM ISTOver 1.8 million beedi, cine and non-coal mine workers benefited from Labour Welfare Scheme Labour secretary Sumita Dawra chaired a review meeting of the Labour Welfare Scheme (LWS), being run by the ministry, on Friday for beedi, cine and non-coal mine workers to assess the achievement under the scheme in the last financial year. The cent...
29 Jun, 2024, 09.07 PM ISTUP govt to promote Centre's rooftop solar subsidy scheme in Ayodhya, Varanasi and Gorakhpur The campaign for PM Surya Ghar Yojana in Uttar Pradesh targets Ayodhya, Varanasi, and Gorakhpur. It aims to boost solar energy use through a comprehensive approach and public engagement at educational institutions.
29 Jun, 2024, 06.08 PM ISTPM Gati Shakti scheme is transforming India's infrastructure: Morgan Stanley In a recent report, Morgan Stanley has lauded India's PM Gati Shakti scheme, highlighting its significant impact on infrastructure development. The report emphasizes India's robust increase in infrastructure investment, projected to rise from 5.3% t...
27 Jun, 2024, 02.17 PM ISTUP Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath reviews One Family, One Identity scheme Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath reviewed the 'Family ID' process for each family unit in the state, emphasising quick implementation to provide government benefits and employment opportunities. Currently, 15.07 crore people from 3.60 cr...
20 Jun, 2024, 05.12 PM ISTNeed to build on success of PLI schemes, recent FTAs, PPP governance model: Piyush Goyal Goyal said that there is a need to introspect and coordinate better between departments and emphasised the importance of research and development and strengthening the public-private partnership (PPP) model of governance.
12 Jun, 2024, 12.00 PM ISTHousehold-level analysis got Naidu back, now directs government Chief Minister Chandrababu Naidu plans to implement the 'Super Six' welfare schemes in the first 100 days of his new term, costing ₹97,000 crore. Despite the hefty price tag, his team is prepared with funding strategies, including increasing the tax...
08 Jun, 2024, 11.10 PM ISTRajasthan increases PM Kisan Samman Nidhi amount by Rs 2,000 The Rajasthan government raised the annual amount received by farmers in the state from Rs 6,000 to Rs 8,000 in the PM Kisan Samman Nidhi scheme. Chief Minister Bhajanlal Sharma announced X. He said that the commitment to farmer upliftment and holis...
08 Jun, 2024, 07.01 PM ISTView: Your first 100 days to-do list, Gov The upcoming government will have its work cut out for it as it steps into power following the conclusion of the 18th Lok Sabha polls. While the current administration has made strides in improving the business environment in India, there are key re...
26 May, 2024, 11.25 PM ISTNeed to rationalise MSME schemes for reach: DFS Secretary Speaking at the CII Annual Business Summit 2024 on Friday, Joshi also noted that there is a need to address language issues of schemes to make them easier and more comprehensible.
18 May, 2024, 12.17 AM ISTSkilling and education has been embedded to allow portability to the youth: MSDE Secretary Atul Kumar Tiwari Addressing a session at the Confederation of Indian Industry’s Annual Business Summit 2024, Tiwari said the idea is to bring skilling and education on a common platform which enables multiple entry and exits between education, skilling and employmen...
17 May, 2024, 08.01 PM ISTUK's Graduate Visa programs may stay, but Sunak plans crackdown on foreign education agents UK Prime Minister Rishi Sunak is set to announce crackdown on agents marketing graduate visa schemes overseas, aiming to toughen migration stance before elections.
17 May, 2024, 12.12 PM ISTDo international employees still have to make EPF contributions after Karnataka High Court ruling? Karnataka High Court's April 25, 2024 ruling deemed special provisions for International Workers under EPF Scheme unconstitutional, affecting EPF contributions, retirement age eligibility, and equality before law for these workers.
15 May, 2024, 12.25 PM ISTRevamped health schemes to focus on kids' nutrition "The idea is to come up with a comprehensive physical and mental development programme for schoolchildren, with a focus on nutrition to minimise cases of anaemia and to strengthen their mental health to reduce increasing incidence of anxiety, depres...
23 Apr, 2024, 11.51 PM ISTStock Market Trading for NRIs: A comprehensive guide to 3-in-1 accounts NRI 3-in-1 Account simplifies Indian stock market investments for NRIs through integrated banking, demat, and trading accounts. It provides convenience, diverse investment options, and seamless fund movement, enhancing trading efficiency and flexibi...
01 Apr, 2024, 01.25 PM ISTNagaland govt announces universal life insurance scheme Nagaland government launched a fully-funded universal life insurance scheme to mitigate financial hardship caused by untimely demise. The scheme ensures financial security and protection, providing coverage for breadwinners and family members, compl...
27 Feb, 2024, 09.56 PM ISTDevelop umbrella policies for cotton, closed jute mills: Parliamentary panel to govt The Standing Committee on Labour, Textiles, and Skill Development proposed an umbrella policy for the cotton sector and comprehensive measures for reviving closed jute mills or establishing new ones. It suggested exploring alternative markets for si...
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