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Electronics sector in India projected to create 12 million jobs by 2027

NEW DELHI: The electronics sector in the country is projected to create 12 million jobs by 2027 — 3 million direct and 9 million...

Himachal minister assures action against those harassing Kashmiri shawl sellers: JKSA

‘Minister Rajesh Dharmani assured of meeting shawl sellers to reassure them of safety’ SRINAGAR: To ensure that those harassing Kashmiri shawl sellers in Bilaspur Himachal...

‘Tata Group to create 5 lakh manufacturing jobs over next half decade’

NEW DELHI: The Tata Group plans to create 500,000 manufacturing jobs over the next half-decade in sectors like battery, semiconductors, electric vehicles and solar...

2024 saw push to India’s digital growth; over 6 crore trained under PMGDISHA

NEW DELHI: The year 2024 saw several key initiatives of the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology to advance India’s digital growth, focusing on...

National Consumer Helpline records 10-fold jump in number of calls handled after tech revamp

NEW DELHI: The revamped National Consumer Helpline (NCH) of the Centre’s Department of Consumer Affairs has registered a 10-fold increase in the number of...

Food Safety Dept conducts surprise inspections, imposes fines on violators

SRINAGAR: The Food Safety Department in collaboration with the ICLC, conducted surprise inspections of Nanwaei shops (Kashmiri roti vendors) and Harissa vendors in Srinagar. Officials...

Javed Rana reviews progress on development activities in Poonch

POONCH: Minister for Jal Shakti, Forest, Ecology & Environment and Tribal Affairs, Javed Ahmed Rana on Friday chaired a review meeting with key officers...

Bank frauds increased to 18,461, amount involved spikes 8x in H1FY25: RBI

NEW DELHI: In the first half of the current fiscal, the number of bank frauds witnessed a significant on-year increase to 18,461 cases. The amount...

Indian advertising, marketing sector sees a steady 9 pc hiring intent: Report

NEW DELHI: The marketing and advertising sector in India is expected to see a steady 9 per cent hiring intent, according to a report. The...

PMAY- G realising housing dreams for millions: Javed Dar

Chairs workshop on PMAY-G; emphasises transparency in beneficiary selection JAMMU: Minister for Agriculture Production and Rural Development & Panchayati Raj Departments, Javed Ahmad Dar on...

Chairperson DDC Bla takes review of major dev projects

Directs concerned to ensure smooth water, power supply BARAMULLA: The Chairperson District Development Council (DDC) Baramulla, Safina Baig on Thursday chaired an important meeting at...

India now has 1,57,066 recognised startups, 73,000 with at least 1 woman director: Centre

NEW DELHI: At least 157,066 startups have been recognised by Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade (DPIIT) to date and 759,303 users...

CCPA imposes fine on IAS institutes for misleading claims

NEW DELHI: The Central Consumer Protection Authority (CCPA) has imposed penalties for violations of the Consumer Protection Act, 2019 on Vajirao & Reddy Institute...

Kashmiri shawl sellers harassed in Himachal, threatened to leave state: JKSA

Says matter taken up with Himachal Pradesh Chief Minister’s office SRINAGAR: The Jammu and Kashmir Students Association on Thursday expressed concern over the harassment, assault...

Mission Dir HADP reviews progress on establishment of Kisan Khidmat Ghars across J&K

JAMMU: Mission Director Holistic Agricultural Development Programme (HADP) Rahul Yadav on Thursday chaired a meeting here in the Conference Hall, Directorate of Agriculture Krishi...

Tick in Securities Trading – Characteristics & Working

Every day for newcomers in the stock market can bring a new learning experience. But even seasoned players occasionally stumble upon concepts that feel...

HM Shah launches 10,000 new agricultural credit societies, stresses cooperative growth

NEW DELHI: Union Minister of Home and Coperation Amit Shah on Wednesday inaugurated 10,000 newly established Multipurpose Primary Agricultural Credit Societies (MPACS), along with...

Dir Agri Kmr flags off progressive farmers for 5-day interstate training prog

SRINAGAR: A group of progressive farmers from different districts of Kashmir division was on Wednesday flagged off by Director Agriculture Kashmir, Mohammad Alyas Khateeb...

Year-Ender 2024: Speedy processing of returns to amendments in GST

NEW DELHI: The year 2024 saw the Central Board of Direct Taxes (CBDT) prioritising the speedy processing of returns and refunds, with over Rs...

Number of firms, jobs in India’s informal sector clock double-digit growth

NEW DELHI: The estimated number of establishments in India’s Unincorporated Sector recorded a robust 12.84 per cent growth during October 2023–September 2024, compared to...

Explainer: All you need to know about GST on EVs

NEW DELHI: Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman has clarified that the increase in GST from 12 per cent to 18 per cent on the sale...

Manchester United’s Amorim not in festive cheer due to team’s poor performance

LONDON: Manchester United manager Ruben Amorim said that while dealing with the Premier League club’s issues is irritating, he is confident in his abilities...

GST Enforcement team of Central Kashmir imposes Rs.23.4 lakh penalty on tax violations in cement, scrap, iron & timber

‘162% rise in penalty of scrap, 60% in iron achieved’ SRINAGAR: In a breakthrough, the Enforcement (Central) wing of the State Taxes Department, Kashmir, imposed...

KTA calls for price control of essential commodities

SRINAGAR: The Kashmir Trade Alliance (KTA) has issued an urgent appeal to the government for the regulation of essential commodity prices in Kashmir, highlighting...

PMKVY 4.0 to enhance craft skills of registered artisans

SRINAGAR: Handicrafts & Handloom Department, Kashmir, on Monday urged registered artisans to opt for training for skill upgradation under the auspices of Pradhan Mantri...

Lal Chowk traders meet Divisional Commissioner to address key issues

SRINAGAR: The Traders Association of Lal Chowk recently held a constructive meeting with the Divisional Commissioner of Kashmir, Vijay Kumar Baduriya to deliberate on...

Founders of 28 Indian new-age startups took home Rs 284 crore as salary in FY24

NEW DELHI: A total of 51 founders of 28 Indian new-age startup companies in the country took home Rs 283.5 crore as an annual...

Honda, Nissan announce plans to merge, forming the world’s third-largest automaker by sales

TOKYO: Japanese automakers Honda and Nissan have announced plans to join forces, forming world's third-largest automaker by sales as the industry undergoes dramatic changes...

How Lumpsum Calculator Is Reconstructing Mutual Fund Strategies in 2024

In 2024, investors are increasingly turning to tools that aid in strategic decision-making to optimise their mutual fund investments. One tool that has garnered...

CCPA imposes penalty on coaching institute for misleading ads

NEW DELHI: The Central Consumer Protection Authority (CCPA) has imposed a penalty of Rs 2 lakh for misleading advertisements on Shubhra Ranjan IAS Study....

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