India strengthens textile, sericulture ties with Georgia during high-level delegation visit
New Delhi, Nov 23 (IANS) To strengthen cooperation in sericulture research, textiles, and apparel trade, a high-level delegation from the Ministry of Textiles concluded a successful multi-sectoral engagement in Georgia from November 17 to 21, the ministry said in an official statement on Sunday. The delegation, which was led by P. Sivakumar, Member Secretary, Central […]
India’s academia–industry linkages empower young scholars to imagine and innovate: Jitendra Singh
New Delhi, Nov 23 (IANS) India is moving decisively toward academia–industry linkages that empower young scholars to imagine, innovate, and engage with emerging industrial sectors, Union Minister of State (Independent Charge) for Science and Technology, Jitendra Singh, said on Sunday. Addressing the ninth Convocation of the Academy of Scientific and Innovative Research (AcSIR), the Minister […]
Banks raise more funds via CDs to step up credit operations
Mumbai, Nov 23 (IANS) Indian banks have significantly increased their borrowing through Certificates of Deposit (CDs), to nearly Rs 55,000 crore in the fortnight ended November 14, the highest since mid-September, according to Reserve Bank of India (RBI) data. This surge is driven by strong credit (loan) demand that continues to outpace deposit growth in […]
PM Modi meets his Japanese counterpart; bilateral cooperation discussed
Johannesburg, Nov 23 (IANS) Prime Minister Narendra Modi held a bilateral meeting with his Japanese counterpart Sanae Takaichi on the sidelines of the G20 Summit in Johannesburg on Sunday, and discussed ways to add momentum to bilateral cooperation in sectors like innovation, defence, and talent mobility. Describing his meeting with Takaichi “productive”, PM Modi noted […]
India reaffirms commitment to equity, climate justice and global solidarity
New Delhi, Nov 23 (IANS) India has expressed satisfaction with major outcomes of CoP30, conveying strong support for the inclusive leadership of the CoP30 Presidency and welcoming several significant decisions adopted in a Statement at the UNFCCC CoP30 in Belem, Brazil, an official statement said on Sunday. Welcoming progress under the Global Goal on Adaptation […]
Greenhouse gas emission permits to trade like stocks in S. Korea
Seoul, Nov 23 (IANS) South Korea will expand its greenhouse gas emission permit trading system this week, allowing transactions like stocks, the climate ministry said on Sunday. Starting Monday, financial institutions, such as banks and insurance firms, and pension funds will be allowed to open accounts with securities firms and conduct emission permits trading through […]
New Labour Code on Wages aims to safeguard workers, boost growth and jobs
New Delhi, Nov 23 (IANS) The new Code on Wages that has now come into effect, promotes fairness, equity, and inclusivity in India’s labour market. By ensuring uniform wage standards and social security, it safeguards both workers’ rights and employers’ interests. Overall, it strengthens economic justice, encourages formalisation, and enhances the dignity of labour, according […]
IITF 2025 creates economic support system for small traders
New Delhi, Nov 23 (IANS) The Bharat Mandapam complex here has transformed into a vibrant marketplace of India’s cultural and economic diversity as the 44th India International Trade Fair (IITF) 2025 continues to draw thousands of visitors. With the theme ‘Ek Bharat, Shreshtha Bharat’ and more than 3,500 participants, this year’s edition goes beyond traditional […]
AI must translate into global good: PM Modi
Johannesburg, Nov 23 (IANS) Underlining that AI must translate into global good, Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday called for a global compact based on the principles of transparency, human oversight, safety-by-design and prevention of misuse. Addressing the third session of the G20 Summit on “A Fair and a Just Future for All – Critical […]
Paddy straw can be converted into biogas & bioethanol worth Rs 1,600 crore
New Delhi, Nov 23 (IANS) The 7.3 million tonnes of paddy straw, which is currently being burnt by farmers, can be converted into compressed biogas and bioethanol which could save Rs 1,600 crore forex on energy imports and cut pollution as well, according to a statement issued by the Indian Biogas Association (IBA) on Sunday. […]
