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June 13, 2023 -_3.1

Hamari Bhasha, Hamari Virasat on 75th International Archives Day

National Archives of India organized exhibition Hamari Bhasha, Hamari Virasat on the occasion of 75th International Archives Day About the news Minister of State for Culture, Smt. Meenakashi Lekhi inaugurated the exhibition Hamari Bhasha, Hamari Virasat under the Azadi Ka Amrit Mahotsav to celebrate 75th International Archives Day at National Archives of India, New Delhi. Significance …

EPFO is set to be an affiliate member of ISSA

EPFO is set to be an affiliate member of ISSA and gain worldwide recognition

EPFO is set to be an affiliate member of ISSA and gain worldwide recognition The Employees’ Provident Fund Organisation (EPFO) is set to upgrade its membership status with the International Social Security Association (ISSA) from associate member to affiliate member. This will enable the EPFO to gain access to professional guidelines, expert knowledge, services, and …

SIDBI Launches EVOLVE Mission with NITI Aayog

SIDBI Launches EVOLVE Mission with NITI Aayog

SIDBI Launches EVOLVE Mission with NITI Aayog Credit and finance for MSMEs: The Small Industries Development Bank of India (SIDBI) announced the launch of mission EVOLVE (Electric Vehicle Operations and Lending for Vibrant Ecosystem) in conjunction with the NITI Aayog, World Bank, Korean-World Bank, and Korean Economic Development Cooperation Fund (EDCF) to provide financial support …

₹1.2 Trillion Released as Third Tax Devolution to States by Govt

₹1.2 Trillion Released as Third Tax Devolution to States by Govt

₹1.2 Trillion Released as Third Tax Devolution to States by Govt The Ministry of Finance announced that the Central government had provided the state governments with the third instalment of tax devolution worth a total of ₹1,18,280 crore. Andhra Pradesh received ₹4,787 crore, while Arunachal Pradesh was given ₹2,078 crore. Assam, Bihar, Chhattisgarh, and Gujarat …

June 13, 2023 -_9.1

Indian film ‘When Climate Change Turns Violent’ wins WHO award

A documentary titled ‘When Climate Change Turns Violent has won a special prize in the ‘Health for All’ category at the 4th Annual Health for All Film Festival held at the World Healtth Organization headquarters in Geneva. The documentary has been directed by Vandita Saharia of Rajasthan. She was the only Indian among the winners. …

June 13, 2023 -_10.1

Moody’s Projects 6-6.3% GDP Growth for India in June Quarter, Flags Fiscal Risks

Moody’s Investors Service has forecasted a growth rate of 6-6.3% for India’s GDP in the June quarter. While this estimate is lower than the Reserve Bank of India’s projection of 8% for the first quarter, Moody’s remains cautious about fiscal slippage due to weaker-than-expected government revenues. Despite these concerns, Moody’s acknowledges India’s credit strengths, including …

June 13, 2023 -_11.1

ADB, India sign $130 million loan to promote horticulture in Himachal Pradesh

The Government of India and the Asian Development Bank (ADB) have signed a $130 million loan agreement to support initiatives aimed at increasing agricultural productivity, improving irrigation access, and promoting horticulture agribusinesses in Himachal Pradesh. The project aims to enhance farmers’ income and resilience to climate change in seven districts of the state. Improving Farmers’ …

June 13, 2023 -_12.1

Centre bans over 150 ‘anti-India’ sites, YouTube news channels in 2 years

The Ministry of Information and Broadcasting (I&B) in India has recently cracked down on over 150 websites and YouTube-based news channels since May 2021. These actions were taken in response to the production of content deemed “anti-India” and in violation of Section 69A of the Information Technology (IT) Act. The Ministry aims to combat misinformation …