Heart muscles can regenerate in some people, says study
New Delhi, Dec 21 (IANS) Some people with artificial hearts can regenerate heart muscle, according to a study, an advance that may open the door to new ways to treat and someday may also cure heart failure. There is currently no cure for heart failure. The treatment for advanced heart failure includes a transplant, and […]
NITI Aayog’s housing initiative for industrial workers to boost manufacturing workforce: ICEA
New Delhi, Dec 21 (IANS) A secure, affordable, flexible and efficient accommodations for industrial workers is a pivotal initiative by NITI Aayog, aligned with the current and future needs of the domestic manufacturing sector, the India Cellular and Electronics Association (ICEA) said on Saturday. NITI Aayog has released a comprehensive report on the crucial role […]
Centre, ADB sign $350 million loan to boost India’s supply chains
New Delhi, Dec 20 (IANS) The Indian government and the Asian Development Bank (ADB) on Friday signed an agreement for a $350 million policy-based loan under the second subprogramme of the Strengthening Multimodal and Integrated Logistics Ecosystem (SMILE) programme, to strengthen the domestic manufacturing sector and improve the resilience of supply chains. According to the […]
GST on rice kernels slashed to help poor, no hike in tax for salted popcorn: Sitharaman
Jaisalmer (Rajasthan), Dec 21 (IANS) Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman on Saturday announced that the Goods and Services Tax Council has approved the reduction of GST on rice kernels to 5 per cent, exempted life-saving gene therapy from tax, and extended the GST exemption for parts used in manufacturing surface-to-air missiles (SAM). Addressing the media […]
GST meet: Ready-to-eat popcorn to become costly, tax up on used car sales by businesses
New Delhi/Jaisalmer, Dec 21 (IANS) Ready-to-eat popcorn is set to attract varying GST rates based on its preparation and packaging, it was decided in the 55th GST Council meeting on Saturday. For popcorn (mixed with salt and spices), it retains the essential character of ‘namkeens’. It means a GST of 5 per cent applies if […]
Net inflows in SIPs up 233 pc in India this year, MF industry sees 135 pc growth
Mumbai, Dec 21 (IANS) There has been a massive 233 per cent growth (year-on-year) in overall net inflows in systematic investment plans (SIPs) in India this year, according to a new report, as the Indian economy remains resilient amid rough geo-political conditions. Overall net inflows stood at Rs 9.14 lakh crore from January to November […]
Association of NPS Intermediaries launched to help Indians plan early for pension
Mumbai, Dec 21 (IANS) With the changing demographics, rapid urbanisation and changes in family structure, early planning for pension by an individual is a necessity, senior government officials and industry leaders said on Saturday. Nagaraju Maddirala, Secretary, Department of Financial Services (DFS), Ministry of Finance, also urged advocacy by the newly-formed Association of NPS Intermediaries […]
