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COP28 Concludes: Highlights From The Largest Global Climate Summit

COP28 Concludes: Highlights From The Largest Global Climate Summit

  The two-week-long COP28 in Dubai, United Arab Emirates (UAE), concluded on December 13 with member nations engaging in extended talks on the final text. In the closing plenary, COP28 President Sultan Al Jaber highlighted the summit’s achievements, emphasizing a robust action plan aimed at limiting global warming to the targeted 1.5 degrees Celsius over …

ADB Allocates $200M To Improve Sanitation In 100 Indian Cities And Boost Waste Management

ADB Allocates $200M To Improve Sanitation In 100 Indian Cities And Boost Waste Management

  The Asian Development Bank (ADB) has taken a significant stride in fostering sustainable urban development by approving a USD 200 million loan to bolster the Swachh Bharat (Clean India) Mission-Urban 2.0. This initiative, committed to making all cities garbage-free by 2026, aims to introduce international best practices, integrate new technologies, and adopt climate- and …

Prof. Savita Ladage Honored With Nyholm Prize for Chemistry Education Excellence

Prof. Savita Ladage Honored With Nyholm Prize for Chemistry Education Excellence

In a significant recognition of her outstanding contributions to chemistry education, Professor Savita Ladage from Mumbai’s Homi Bhabha Centre for Science Education, Tata Institute of Fundamental Research, has been awarded the prestigious Royal Society of Chemistry’s Nyholm Prize for Education. Her unwavering dedication to advancing chemistry education in India and mentoring fellow educators has placed …

Bihar Business Summit 2023: Massive Investment Inflows of Rs 50,530 Crore Through MoUs

Bihar Business Summit 2023: Massive Investment Inflows of Rs 50,530 Crore Through MoUs

Memorandums of Understanding (MoUs) worth an impressive Rs 50,530 crore have been successfully inked with approximately 300 companies, reflecting a resounding success for Bihar. These agreements span diverse sectors, underlining the state’s appeal to investors. Leadership Commitment Chief Minister Nitish Kumar, a key participant in the summit, took a significant step towards bolstering Bihar’s economic …

India's Light Vehicle Market Outpaces Global Top 10, Exceeding Pre-Pandemic Levels

India’s Light Vehicle Market Outpaces Global Top 10, Exceeding Pre-Pandemic Levels

  In the automotive sector, India has stood out as a significant example of progress, surpassing its counterparts in the world’s largest markets. According to S&P Global Mobility forecasts, India is set to witness a remarkable 36% growth in its light vehicle market in 2023, reaching 4.8 million units—a testament to the country’s resilience and …

Net New Women EPFO Subscribers Surge to 28.69 Lakh in FY23: Parliament Update

Net New Women EPFO Subscribers Surge to 28.69 Lakh in FY23: Parliament Update

In a recent update to the Rajya Sabha, Minister of State for Labour & Employment Rameshwar Teli revealed a noteworthy surge in net new women subscribers for the Employees’ Provident Fund of India (EPFO). The data reflects the extent of job creation and increased coverage of social security benefits for the organized/semi-organized sector workforce. Here …

CEO Tavares Marks a New Era for Stellantis in India

CEO Tavares Marks a New Era for Stellantis in India

In a recent media interaction, Stellantis N.V. CEO Carlos Tavares highlighted the strategic importance of India in the company’s global operations and outlined his vision for the country as part of the Dare Forward 2030 global strategic plan. The merged companies that formed Stellantis have invested over $1 billion since 2015 to establish a sustainable …

Zepto founders top Hurun India's list of 'Top 100 under 30'

Zepto founders top Hurun India’s list of ‘Top 100 under 30’

The recently unveiled Hurun India Top 100 Under 30 List 2023 has showcased inspiring success stories of young entrepreneurs making waves in various industries. Let’s dive into the achievements of the top-ranking individuals who have earned their places in this prestigious list. 1. Zepto Founders: Kaivalya Vohra and Aadit Palicha Kaivalya Vohra (21) and Aadit …