August 4, 2023 -

Axis Bank Partners with Kiwi to Bolster ‘Credit on UPI’ on RuPay Credit Cards

August 4, 2023

What’s in News? Kiwi, a fintech company specializing in enabling credit on UPI, has partnered with Axis Bank to introduce a lifetime free Axis Bank KWIK credit cards through its app. Objective This unique partnership of Kiwi and Axis Bank aims to offer customers the convenience of UPI’s fast and secure payments while enjoying the …

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98,911 No of entities recognised by Govt as startups

August 4, 2023

The Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade (DPIIT) has recognized 98,911 entities under the Startup India initiative since its launch on January 16, 2016. The primary goal behind this initiative is to create a robust ecosystem that fosters innovation, encourages entrepreneurship, and attracts private investments in the startup sector, thereby driving sustainable economic …

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GoI introduces Ayush visa category for foreign nationals seeking medical treatment in India

August 4, 2023

Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) introduced a new Ayush (AY) visa for foreign nationals for treatment under Ayush systems/Indian systems of medicine like therapeutic care, wellness and Yoga. With this, a new chapter i.e. chapter 11A – Ayush Visa has been incorporated after Chapter 11 – Medical visa of the Visa Manual, which deals with …

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Oil India Upgraded to Maharatna, ONGC Videsh to Navratna by Finance Ministry

August 4, 2023

The Finance Ministry of India elevated two major oil sector companies, Oil India and ONGC Videsh, to the esteemed Maharatna and Navratna categories, respectively, granting them increased autonomy for investment, joint venture establishment, and other financial decisions. Oil India’s Journey to Maharatna Status Oil India, previously classified as a Navratna company, has now been granted …

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Shohini Sinha To Head FBI’s Field Office In Salt Lake City

August 4, 2023

Shohini Sinha, an Indian-American, has been selected by FBI Director Christopher Wray as the new special agent in charge of the Salt Lake City Field Office. She previously held the position of executive special assistant to the Director at FBI Headquarters in Washington, DC. Sinha started her career with the FBI in 2001 as a …

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Lok Sabha Passes Delhi Ordinance Bill Amid Protests

August 4, 2023

The Lok Sabha passed the Government of National Capital Territory of Delhi (Amendment) Bill, 2023, replacing the ordinance on control of services in Delhi. The passage of the Bill was met with protests and a walkout by some Opposition parties. Union Home Minister Amit Shah launched a scathing attack on the Opposition during the debate …

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Endangered Himalayan Vulture, bred in captivity for the First Time in India

August 4, 2023

What’s in News The Assam State Zoo recently recorded the breeding of a Himalayan Vulture in captivity for the first time in India. Details of the successful breeding were recently published in a paper titled ‘Breeding of Himalayan Vulture Gyps himalayensis Hume, 1869 in the Assam State Zoo, Guwahati, Assam. The species categorised as ‘Near …

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NHAI launches mobile app ‘Rajmargyatra’ for national highway users

August 4, 2023

To improve the highway user experience and offer seamless travel on Indian National Highways, the National Highways Authority of India (NHAI) has taken a significant step by introducing the ‘Rajmargyatra‘ mobile application. This unified app aims to provide comprehensive information and efficient complaint redressal for national highway users, making travel safer and more convenient. Key …

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RBI fines four major Indian PSUs for late overseas investment reporting

August 4, 2023

The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has imposed late submission fees amounting to ₹2,000 crore on four major public sector undertakings namely, ONGC Videsh Ltd, Indian Oil Corp. Ltd, GAIL (India) Ltd, and Oil India Ltd for failing to promptly report their overseas investments. The delayed reporting has prompted RBI to take restrictive measures, affecting …

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NABARD sanctions Rs 1974 crore to Rajasthan govt

August 4, 2023

The National Bank for Agriculture and Rural Development (NABARD) has sanctioned a total amount of Rs 1,974.07 crore to the Rajasthan government under the Rural Infrastructure Development Fund (RIDF) for the financial year 2023-24. This substantial funding aims to uplift the living conditions of rural communities and drive economic growth in the region. 1.Rural Drinking …

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Daily Archives: August 4, 2023

Axis Bank Partners with Kiwi to Bolster ‘Credit on UPI’ on RuPay Credit Cards

98,911 No of entities recognised by Govt as startups

GoI introduces Ayush visa category for foreign nationals seeking medical treatment in India

Oil India Upgraded to Maharatna, ONGC Videsh to Navratna by Finance Ministry

Shohini Sinha To Head FBI’s Field Office In Salt Lake City

Lok Sabha Passes Delhi Ordinance Bill Amid Protests

Endangered Himalayan Vulture, bred in captivity for the First Time in India

NHAI launches mobile app ‘Rajmargyatra’ for national highway users

RBI fines four major Indian PSUs for late overseas investment reporting

NABARD sanctions Rs 1974 crore to Rajasthan govt

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