Economic Growth
| March 12, 2024, 6:21 a.m.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi to Inaugurate Railway Projects Worth Over Rs 85,000 Crore
Prime Minister Narendra Modi will visit DFC's Operation Control Centre in Ahmedabad to lay the foundation stone and dedicate various railway projects worth over Rs 85,000 crore. These projects include the inauguration of dedicated freight corridor sections, flagging off new Vande Bharat trains, extension of existing routes, inauguration of passenger trains, freight train flag-offs, and the dedication of Pradhan Mantri Bhartiya Janaushadhi Kendras, Gati Shakti Multi-Modal Cargo Terminals, automatic signaling upgrades, digital controlling of railway stations, rail coach restaurants, One Station One Product Stalls, and solar-powered stations/buildings. These initiatives aim to improve connectivity, enhance operational efficiency and safety, promote local products, generate income for artisans and businesses, and contribute to the country's renewable energy goals.
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Inside View of Indian Parliament
| Feb. 8, 2024, 11:24 a.m.
Bharatmala Pariyojana: Transforming India's Road Infrastructure Landscape
The Bharatmala Pariyojana, a flagship project of the Indian government, is making significant strides in enhancing the country's road infrastructure. With 26,418 kilometers awarded for construction out of the planned 34,800 kilometers under Phase-I, the project aims to bolster connectivity and drive economic growth. This comprehensive update provided by Union Minister Nitin Gadkari outlines the progress and future endeavors of the initiative.
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Satya Nadella
| Feb. 8, 2024, 10:47 a.m.
Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella Launches "ADVANTA(I)GE INDIA" Initiative to Empower Youth with AI Skills
Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella unveils "ADVANTA(I)GE INDIA," an ambitious initiative aimed at training 2 million Indian students, job seekers, and women in artificial intelligence (AI) skills by 2025. The initiative, a collaboration with governments, non-profits, and corporates, seeks to address India's digital upskilling needs and foster inclusive economic growth. Nadella emphasizes AI's transformative potential and its crucial role in India's $5 trillion economy vision.
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FM Nirmala Sitharaman with Budget 2024
| Feb. 1, 2024, 9:26 a.m.
Infrastructure, Digital Push to Drive Growth in Interim Budget
The Interim Budget focuses on boosting infrastructure spending and digitalization initiatives to spur economic growth and job creation, especially for the youth.
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Anita Anand was first elected as the Member of Parliament for Oakville in 2019 (Anita Anand/Facebook)
| July 27, 2023, 11:37 a.m.
Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau Promotes Anita Anand to Treasury Board President in Notable Cabinet Reshuffle
In a significant Cabinet reshuffle, Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau has elevated Anita Anand, an Indo-Canadian, to the position of Treasury Board President from her previous role as Defence Minister. Expressing her delight over the promotion, Anita Anand took to Twitter to share her enthusiasm for her new responsibility. With a background in governance and capital markets, she aims to make responsible investments for economic growth and affordability for all Canadians. Trudeau praised Anand's achievements and contributions throughout her career, which includes being a Member of Parliament, a legal academic, and a Minister of National Defence and Public Services and Procurement.
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Highlights of India Budget 2024: Finance Minister announces 2 crore more houses under Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana – Gramin (PMAY-G) . No changes to income tax slabs.
Budget 2024 Key Highlights: Fiscal deficit target for 2024-25 at 5.1% of GDP; no changes to income tax slabs
No Major Tax Changes in Interim Budget, Focus on Growth
Fiscal Deficit Target Lowered to 5.8% in Interim Budget
Infrastructure, Digital Push to Drive Growth in Interim Budget
Education Sector Seeks Higher Allocation, NEP Implementation in Budget
Sitharaman Presents Interim Budget, Focuses on Fiscal Consolidation and Growth
Sitharaman's Last Budget Before 2024 Elections Focuses on Rural India
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