New Delhi [India], January 25: The Tsunami of the women centric Direct Benefit Transfer schemes announced by various states can bleed the state finances, says a report by State Bank of India. These schemes, which aim to transfer cash directly to women, have gained momentum in recent years, particularly in the run-up to elections. However,… Continue reading Tsunami of the women centric DBT schemes can bleed state finances: SBI Report
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Union Budget 2025: Pharma, Healthcare sectors seek 3 per cent hike in budget allocation
New Delhi [India], January 24: The Indian pharmaceutical and healthcare industry has high expectations from the upcoming Union Budget 2025, according to a report by CareEdge Ratings. The sector is calling for increased government support to strengthen infrastructure and drive innovation. The report highlighted the need for a 2.50 per cent-3 per cent rise in… Continue reading Union Budget 2025: Pharma, Healthcare sectors seek 3 per cent hike in budget allocation
Bharat Mobility Global Expo 2025 witnesses net footfall of 9,83,522 visitors across three venues
New Delhi [India], January 24: The Bharat Mobility Global Expo 2025 witnessed a record-breaking net footfall of 9,83,522 visitors across three venues–Bharat Mandapam in New Delhi, Yashobhoomi in Dwarka, and the India Expo Centre & Mart in Greater Noida. This unprecedented turnout highlighted the growing enthusiasm for India’s mobility revolution among industry professionals and consumers… Continue reading Bharat Mobility Global Expo 2025 witnesses net footfall of 9,83,522 visitors across three venues
Sensex, Nifty climb in early trade on global markets rally
MUMBAI: Stock market benchmark indices Sensex and Nifty climbed in early trade on Friday tracking a firm trend in global markets. The 30-share BSE benchmark Sensex climbed 282.35 points to 76,802.73 in early trade. The NSE Nifty went up by 86.7 points to 23,292.05. From the 30-share blue-chip pack, Power Grid, UltraTech Cement, NTPC, Tata… Continue reading Sensex, Nifty climb in early trade on global markets rally
Judge blocks Trump’s executive order to end birthright citizenship, citing unconstitutionality
Seattle [US], January 24: A federal judge in Seattle has temporarily blocked former President Donald Trump’s executive order seeking to terminate birthright citizenship in the United States, calling the policy “blatantly unconstitutional,” CNN reported. Issuing a temporary restraining order on Thursday, Judge John Coughenour, a Reagan appointee, responded to a legal challenge by Washington Attorney… Continue reading Judge blocks Trump’s executive order to end birthright citizenship, citing unconstitutionality
Government’s subsidy burden likely to rise to Rs 4.2 lakh crore exceeding budget estimates in FY25: BoB report
New Delhi [India], January 24: The subsidy burden of the government is expected to rise to approximately Rs 4.1-4.2 lakh crore in the financial year 2024-25 (FY25) more than the budget estimates, according to a report by the Bank of Baroda. The report highlighted that this increase is driven primarily by higher expenses on food… Continue reading Government’s subsidy burden likely to rise to Rs 4.2 lakh crore exceeding budget estimates in FY25: BoB report
New Delhi-based short film ‘Anuja’ earns nomination for Best Live Action Short at Oscars 2025
NEW DELHI: “Anuja”, a New Delhi-set short film, on Thursday bagged a nomination in the Live Action Short category at the 97th Academy Awards. “Anuja”, directed by Adam J Graves and Suchitra Mattai, is pitted against “A Lien”,“I’m Not a Robot”, “The Last Ranger” and “The Man Who Could Not Remain Silent” at the awards… Continue reading New Delhi-based short film ‘Anuja’ earns nomination for Best Live Action Short at Oscars 2025
Nearly two-thirds of those with long Covid struggle with symptoms for over a year, study finds
NEW DELHI: Nearly two-thirds of those with long Covid continue to struggle with symptoms, including a reduced capacity for exercise and cognitive function, in the second year of illness, a study has found. Researchers, including those from Ulm University, Germany, studied over 1,500 people aged 18-65 years who were identified as having post-COVID-19 syndrome, or… Continue reading Nearly two-thirds of those with long Covid struggle with symptoms for over a year, study finds
Mahakumbh: More than 100 million devotees take the Holy Dip at Sagam so far
Prayagraj (Uttar Pradesh) [India], January 24: The ongoing Mahakumbh-2025 in Prayagraj has witnessed an unprecedented turnout of devotees, with over 100 million people taking a holy dip at the sacred confluence of Ganga, Yamuna, and the mythical Saraswati, since January the commencement of the mega spiritual event. According to a statement from the Uttar Pradesdevoteeh… Continue reading Mahakumbh: More than 100 million devotees take the Holy Dip at Sagam so far
Resolute in ensuring no discrimination against girl child: PM Modi
NEW DELHI: In his message on National Girl Child Day, Prime Minister Narendra Modi said on Friday that India is proud of the accomplishments of its girls across all fields. Modi added that his government is equally resolute in ensuring no discrimination happens against the girl child. In a post on X, he said, “Today,… Continue reading Resolute in ensuring no discrimination against girl child: PM Modi