General
India aims to achieve 100 MT coal gasification target by 2030: Pralhad Joshi
India aims to achieve 100 MT coal gasification target by 2030: Pralhad Joshi
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Month: August 2020
Foreign Relations
Amb Shambhu S. Kumaran concurrently accredited as the next Ambassador to Micronesia & Palau
Shri Shambhu S. Kumaran has been concurrently accredited as the next Ambassador of India to the Republic of Palau and Federated States of Micronesia
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Finance
Indian GDP takes a hit. Sees a fall by 23.9%
GDP at Constant Prices in Q1 of 2020-21 is estimated at 26.90 lakh crore, as against 35.35 lakh crore in Q1 of 2019-20, showing a contraction of 23.9 percent as compared to 5.2 percent growth in Q1 2019-20 […]
Agriculture & Commodities
New Rates in the Import of Edible Oil, Precious Metal and Areca
Central Board of Indirect Taxes & Customs, has made amendments on the imports of edible oils and other commodities […]
Politics
Former President Bharat Ratna Shri Pranab Mukherjee passes away
Former President Bharat Ratna Shri Pranab Mukherjee passes away; Seven day State Mourning to be observed […]
Foreign Relations
MAITRI THROUGH MY LENS
Since time immemorial, India and Nepal share deep-rooted socio-cultural connect and people to people ties. To cherish this special and unique bond, the Embassy of India and B.P. Koirala India-Nepal Foundation announce the ‘Maitri Through My Lens’ Photography Contest. […]
Markets
Market Analysis & Forecast for 31st August
Get the Market Analysis for 28th August and probable Forecast for 31st August 2020 […]
General
Jal Jeevan Mission to Measure and monitor water supply
Jal Jeevan Mission will be creating a smart rural water supply eco-system to measure and monitor the service delivery of the water supply in rural areas. […]
General
First RORO service flagged off in Karnataka
Shri B S Yediyurappa, Chief Minister of Karnataka and Shri Suresh C. Angadi, Minister of State of Railways flags off first ever RORO service of South Western Railway from Nelamangla (near Bengaluru) to Bale (near Solapur)
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Foreign Relations
ASEAN-India Economic Ministers Consultations held
17TH ASEAN-India Economic Ministers’ Consultations held
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Finance
FM to Review with Banks and NBFCs on COVID-19 related stress in bank loans
Finance Minister to Review with Scheduled Commercial Banks and NBFCs, the implementation of the resolution framework for COVID-19 related stress in bank loans
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General
It is the time to get vocal for local toys, says PM in Mann ki Baat
PM Says It is the time to get vocal for local toys; National Education Policy gives a lot of attention on the impact of toys on different aspects of children’s lives […]
General
Andaman Administration takes caution on the safety of PVTGs on COVID
Andaman & Nicobar Administration alert to the safety of Vulnerable Tribal Groups (PVTGs) against COVID; MInistry in constant touch regarding the safety and welfare of Indigenous tribal people. […]
Foreign Relations
India will play a leading role in the future global political framework: Rai
“India will play a leading role in the future global political framework in terms of economy and Disaster Risk Management”: MoS (Home) Shri Nityanand Rai
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Finance
DEA holds Sustainable Finance Collaborative consultation with UNDP
Department of Economic Affairs (DEA) in collaboration with the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) India launched the Sustainable Finance Collaborative Programme […]
Foreign Relations
India-Singapore Defence Policy
India-Singapore Defence Policy Dialogue (DPD) was held via video conferencing here today. It was co-chaired by Defence Secretary Dr. Ajay Kumar and Permanent Secretary (Defence), Singapore Mr. Chan Heng Kee. […]
Business
J&K to get Bamboo Clusters
Union Minister Dr. Jitendra Chairs the review meeting of MDoNER; Bamboo Clusters in Jammu, Katra and Samba to provide Job opportunities to 25,000 people in enterprises like Basket, Charcol & Agarbatti making: Jitendra Singh
Technology
Chunauti- Next Generation Start-up Challenge Contest unveiled by IT Minister
IT Minister Ravi Shankar Prasad Launches “Chunauti”- Next Generation Start-up Challenge Contest
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Business
KVIC Gets First Order for 120MT Mustard Oil from ITBP
Big Boost to Local Production; KVIC Gets First Order for 1200 Quintal Mustard Oil from ITBP
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Markets
Market Analysis & Forecast for 28th August
Get the Market Analysis for 27th August and probable Forecast for 28th August 2020. The analysis is provided for both Nifty Options and Stock Performance […]
Technology
S&T ministry to start “In Conversation with” series of programs to interview thought leaders
DST is initiating “In Conversation with” – a series of exclusive interactions with thought leaders from across the country to share their ideas and vision for the policy and the nation’s Science, Technology and Innovation ecosystem, at large
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Business
Textile Grand Challenge for innovations that replaces Plastic bags
Grand finale to Textile Grand Challenge 2019 organized by Ministry of Textiles to bring forward innovative ideas aimed at phasing out plastic bags
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General
Atmanirbharta in Defence will enhance India’s role as a net security provider in the Indian Ocean region: PM
PM Modi addresses seminar on Atmanirbhar Bharat in Defence manufacturing; PM stresses on becoming Atmanirbhar in Defence Manufacturing; says several concrete steps taken in this direction; Atmanirbharta in Defence will enhance India’s role as a net security provider in Indian Ocean region, says PM […]
Agriculture & Commodities
Agri Minister and State CMs meet to discuss on the Agri Infrastructure Fund
Union Minister of Agriculture & Farmers’ Welfare Shri Narendra Singh Tomar holds discussion with Chief Ministers and State Agriculture Ministers on recent agriculture reforms and implementation of Agri Infrastructure Fund
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Agriculture & Commodities
Urea sales witnesses surge this Kharif season
Urea sales are witnessing surge this Kharif season almost everywhere in the country; Karnataka Agriculture Minister meets Union Chemicals and Fertilizers Minister Shri Sadananda Gowda […]
General
78 New Routes Approved Under UDAN to cover North East & Lakshadweep
78 New Routes Approved Under UDAN 4.0; 766 Routes Sanctioned so far under the Scheme; Major Boost to Connectivity in North East, Hilly States and Islands; New Routes Connect Agatti, Kavaratti and Minicoy Islands in Lakshadweep […]
Foreign Relations
Cooperation, Collaboration, and Commitment will guide the strategic partnership between India and ASEAN
Cooperation, Collaboration, and Commitment will guide the strategic partnership between India and ASEAN countries, says Shri Piyush Goyal; India demonstrated itself as the trusted partner to the world, particularly in times of stress […]
Business
One District One Product approach could lead India to become Manufacturing Powerhouse
Shri Piyush Goyal holds virtual meeting with the industry ministers of states and UT administrators to promote industrial activity and investment; National GIS-enabled Land Bank system launched; Shri Goyal calls upon the states to collectively work in the spirit of ‘Team India’; Asks all states to adopt the Public Procurement Policy-Make in India Order; Seeks States’ cooperation in developing a single-window system to obtain all requisite clearances/approvals, required to start business operations in India; On the ‘One District One Product’ (ODOP) approach, Shri Goyal says this could help in making India a Manufacturing Powerhouse […]
Markets
Market Analysis & Forecast for 27th August
Get the Market Analysis for 26th August and probable Forecast for 27th August 2020. The analysis is provided for both Nifty Options and Stock Performance […]
General
FASTag mandatory for availing discounts on National Highways
FASTag made mandatory for availing all discounts on the National Highways Fee Plazas
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Foreign Relations
NITI Aayog to Launch NDC’s Transport Initiative for Asia
NITI Aayog to Launch Nationally Determined Contributions (NDC)–Transport Initiative for Asia(TIA) India Component tomorrow, 27th August
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Business
Export Preparedness Index Report to drive Indian Exports
NITI Aayog releases report on Export Preparedness Index (EPI) 2020 to identify challenges and opportunities; enhance the effectiveness of government policies; and encourage a facilitative regulatory framework. […]
Foreign Relations
Harsh Shringla meets up with Bangladesh Premier and discuss various bi-lateral activities
Foreign Secretary Shri Harsh Vardhan Shringla called on the Prime Minister of Bangladesh H.E. Sheikh Hasina on various developmental projects and other trade activities […]
Agriculture & Commodities
Dr.Jitendra Singh interacts with NERAMAC officials and FPOs to build Agri sector in North East
Union Minister Dr.Jitendra Singh interacts with NERAMAC officials and FPOs; Agro Sector in N-E Region is crucial for post-COVID Economy of India […]
Technology
NeGD and CSC E-Governance Services sign MOU to facilitate UMANG services in CSCs
MOU signed between NeGD and CSC E-Governance Services India Limited making services on UMANG app available to citizens through the network of 3.75 lakh CSCs […]
Finance
Interest on delayed payment of GST waived
CBIC has assured that no recoveries shall be made for the past period by the Central and State tax administration in accordance with the decision taken by GST Council […]
Markets
Market Analysis & Forecast for 26th August
Get the Market Analysis for 25th August and probable Forecast for 26th 2020. The analysis is provided for both Nifty Options and Stock Performance […]
Business
Honey Mission to propel Self-Employment in Migrant Workers
Honey Mission Propels Self-Employment for Migrant Workers; 700 bee boxes distributed in Western UP
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Agriculture & Commodities
Agriculture to be driven by AI and Efficient Electronic Architecture
The future trend in Agriculture would be driven by Artificial Intelligence and Efficient Electronic Architecture; CSIR-CMERI will be launching the First Generation E-Tractors in the month of September, 2020, which has the potential to overhaul the current Diesel-intensive Tractor usage practices prevalent across the nation. […]
Finance
Govt recovers $3.25Million in Nirav Modi cases
MCA maiden success in recovery of $3.25 million in Nirav Modi case from USA
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Foreign Relations
India-Vietnam Joint Commission on Trade, Economic, Scientific and Technological Cooperation
The 17th Meeting of the India-Vietnam Joint Commission on Trade, Economic, Scientific and Technological Cooperation held between EAM Jaishankar and Vietnam Deputy Prime Minister […]
Agriculture & Commodities
APEDA signs MoUs with AFC India Limited and NCUI to improve Agri Exports
APEDA signs MoUs with AFC India Limited and National Cooperative Union of India to synergize the activities in the interest of agriculture and allied sectors
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Technology
Army conducts seminar on disruptive technologies in conflicts
INDIAN ARMY ORGANISES SEMINAR ON IMPACT OF DISRUPTIVE TECHNOLOGIES ON FIGHTING PHILOSOPHY IN FUTURE CONFLICTS
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Markets
Market Analysis & Forecast for 25th August
Get the Market Analysis for 24th August and probable Forecast for 25th August 2020. The analysis is provided for both Nifty Options and Stock Performance […]
General
Gadkari calls for adopting alternative fuel in Public Transport
Shri Gadkari calls for adopting advanced public transport models and use of biofuel, Electricity, CNG in Public Transport
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Foreign Relations
National Coordination Committees of India and Uzbekistan meet
First Meeting of the National Coordination Committees of India and Uzbekistan on implementation of joint projects
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General
108 Systems and Subsystems of DRDO to be indigenously produced
DRDO identifies 108 Systems and Subsystems for industry to design, develop and manufacture towards achieving “Atmanirbhar Bharat”
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Finance
Mumbai Suburban Railway to get $500M from AIIB
Government of India and AIIB sign agreement for $500 million to improve the network capacity, service quality and safety of the suburban railway system in Mumbai
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Education
NIOS syllabus to be upgraded on the lines of NCERT
Union Education Minister reviews various activities of National Institute of Open Schooling (NIOS) today in New Delhi; says NIOS syllabus to be upgraded on the lines of NCERT […]
Markets
Market Analysis & Forecast for 24th August
Get the Market Analysis for 21st August and probable Forecast for 24th August 2020. The analysis is provided for both Nifty Options and Stock Performance […]