Atal Innovation Mission inks pact with CFA Institute India to boost financial literacy
New Delhi, Nov 19 (IANS) In line with the Government of India’s ongoing efforts to strengthen the country’s innovation and entrepreneurship landscape, NITI Aayog’s Atal Innovation Mission (AIM) formalised a strategic partnership with CFA Institute India Pvt. Ltd with the signing of a Joint Statement of Intent here on Wednesday The partnership will extend substantial […]
Urbanisation is key to Odisha’s 2036 Vision: Minister
Bhubaneswar, Nov 19 (IANS) The Minister of State, Works Department, Prithiviraj Harichandan, on Wednesday, stressed that the success of widespread urbanisation is crucial to achieving the vision of a developed Odisha by 2036. Addressing the gathering on the second day of the two-day District Collectors and SPs Conference here in Bhubaneswar, Harichandan emphasised the need […]
New Aadhaar app to facilitate paperless identity sharing, option to verify Aadhaar information: UIDAI CEO
New Delhi, Nov 19 (IANS) Offline verification using the Aadhaar App would offer both users and entities a secure, convenient and privacy-protecting method for identity verification and discourage sharing and reliance on physical or photocopies of Aadhaar, which otherwise is a possible reason for potential fraudulent practices, Bhuvnesh Kumar, CEO of Unique Identification Authority of […]
Niti Aayog releases report on enhancing water security across 18 blocks in 11 states
New Delhi, Nov 19 (IANS) NITI Aayog released a report on Wednesday titled “Water Budgeting in Aspirational Blocks,” marking a significant effort to take forward local water budgeting for enhancing water security. The water budgeting exercise uses a web-based platform, Varuni, to enhance the block-level water security planning and undertake integrated water management. It provides […]
Nepal decides to facilitate Indian companies in developing hydropower projects
Kathmandu, Nov 19 (IANS) The Investment Board Nepal (IBN) has taken several decisions to facilitate Indian companies in developing a number of hydropower projects in Nepal. A meeting of the IBN, chaired by Nepal’s Prime Minister Sushila Karki on Wednesday, has paved the way for a company promoted by SJVN Limited of India to obtain […]
AI and climate change future business risks for Indian firms by 2028: Report
New Delhi, Nov 19 (IANS) Indian firms ranked cyber attacks or data breaches as their top business risk, with AI and climate change as future business risks by 2028, a report said on Wednesday. Talent attraction and retention challenges persist, while property damage and exchange rate fluctuation are more pronounced in India than the rest […]
Tesla to ramp up India presence with 1st full-fledged centre this month
New Delhi, Nov 19 (IANS) Electric car-maker Tesla is set to bolster its India presence with the opening of its first full-fledged centre in Gurugram this month, marking a key milestone in its bid to expand volumes and retail visibility in a market dominated by European luxury EV makers. The move comes at a time […]
PM Modi assured to formulate policy to develop organic farming: Farmer association
Coimbatore, Nov 19 (IANS) Prime Minister Narendra Modi has assured to formulate a policy to develop the organic farming sector, said B.R. Pandian, Chairman, coordination committee of all farmers associations, Tamil Nadu, on Wednesday. Speaking to IANS, Pandian stated that the South India Natural Farming Summit 2025, inaugurated by PM Modi at the CODISSIA Trade […]
Ion Exchange’s Indraneel Dutt charts growth with digital transformation and innovation
New Delhi, Nov 19 (IANS) Indraneel Dutt, serving as Managing Director and CEO at water management company Ion Exchange (India) Ltd, has charted new growth strategies, leading with digital transformation, innovation and expansion of the company. Dutt, who initially joined as Managing Director, has recently completed two years in his current role. He has been […]
Apple announces 45 finalists for 2025 App Store Awards
New Delhi, Nov 19 (IANS) Apple on Wednesday announced 45 finalists for the App Store Awards, recognising some of the most innovative apps and games across 12 categories. The finalists, selected by App Store editors, represent standout achievements in user experience, technical excellence, creativity and cultural relevance. In the iPhone App of the Year category, […]
