India can notch true economic potential with more women in workforce: US Consul-General

India can notch true economic potential with more women in workforce: US Consul-General

Ujjain (Madhya Pradesh), March 1 - India cannot achieve its true economic potential without the greater inclusion of women in the formal workforce, US Consul-General in Mumbai, Mike Hankey, said here on Friday.

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UK keen on exploring tie-ups with Kerala IT firms: British Deputy High Commission official

UK keen on exploring tie-ups with Kerala IT firms: British Deputy High Commission official

Thiruvananthapuram, Mar 1 - A top official in the Department of Business and Trade in the British Deputy High Commission on Friday expressed keen interest in exploring collaborative business prospects between the UK and IT companies in Kerala during his visit to the

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Over 7 pc growth, 2nd highest GST collection: Economic indicators augur well in poll season

Over 7 pc growth, 2nd highest GST collection: Economic indicators augur well in poll season

New Delhi, March 1 - While the world powers grapple to rev up their economies in the post-Covid phase, India is yet again turning out to be the 'bright spot', on the back of its impressive economic parameters and growth outlook.

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Mamata Banerjee meets PM Modi, terms it ‘courtesy’ meeting

Mamata Banerjee meets PM Modi, terms it ‘courtesy’ meeting

Kolkata, March 1 - West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee met Prime Minister Narendra Modi at the Raj Bhavan here on Friday evening. At the end of the brief interaction, she described it as a 'protocol' session between the Prime Minister and a

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Indian, Japanese armies perform Yoga during joint military exercise in Rajasthan

Indian, Japanese armies perform Yoga during joint military exercise in Rajasthan

Jaipur, March 1 - The contingents of the Indian Army and the Japan Ground Self Defence Force are taking part in 'Dharma Guardian', a joint military exercise, at the Mahajan field firing ranges in Rajasthan, where they are undergoing intense training in room

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IAF C-130J makes safe landing at Begumpet airport after technical snag

IAF C-130J makes safe landing at Begumpet airport after technical snag

Hyderabad, March 1 - An Indian Air Force C-130J Super Hercules transport aircraft made a safe landing at Begumpet Airport here on Friday after encountering a technical snag, a defence statement said.

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India expresses deep shock at the loss of lives in northern Gaza

India expresses deep shock at the loss of lives in northern Gaza

New Delhi, March 1 - Expressing its shock at the loss of lives in northern Gaza, India on Friday reiterated its call for safe and timely delivery of humanitarian aid and assistance in the war-torn region.

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Nitin Gadkari inaugurates NH projects worth Rs 4,142 cr in UP’s Raebareli

Nitin Gadkari inaugurates NH projects worth Rs 4,142 cr in UP’s Raebareli

New Delhi, March 1 - Union Minister for Road Transport & Highways Nitin Gadkari on Friday inaugurated eight National Highway (NH) projects worth Rs 4,142 crore at a function held in Uttar Pradesh's Raebareli.

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Nirmala Sitharaman launches Rs 1,000 cr worth infra projects

Nirmala Sitharaman launches Rs 1,000 cr worth infra projects

New Delhi, March 1 - Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman on Friday virtually launched seven infrastructure projects worth over Rs 1,000 crore that include residential and office complexes for government officials.

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Financial Intelligence Unit slaps Rs 5.49 cr penalty on Paytm Payments Bank

Financial Intelligence Unit slaps Rs 5.49 cr penalty on Paytm Payments Bank

New Delhi, March 1 - The Financial Intelligence Unit-India (FIU-IND) has imposed a penalty of Rs 5.49 crore on Paytm Payments Bank Ltd for violations of money laundering prevention rules, the Union Finance Ministry said on Friday.

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97.62 pc of Rs 2000 banknotes returned to banking system: RBI

97.62 pc of Rs 2000 banknotes returned to banking system: RBI

Mumbai, March 1 - The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) said on Friday that nearly 97.62 per cent of the Rs 2000 banknotes in circulation have been returned to the banking system.

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Jaishankar’s Korea visit: A further step to enhance ties with diaspora

Jaishankar’s Korea visit: A further step to enhance ties with diaspora

The visit of EAM Jaishankar, who has always thanked and praised the diaspora while calling them ambassadors of India, comes at a time when a significant number of Indians are choosing the nation as a study-abroad destination.

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Nitin Gadkari sanctions Rs 3,371cr for 4-laning Silchar-Churaibari corridor in Assam

Nitin Gadkari sanctions Rs 3,371cr for 4-laning Silchar-Churaibari corridor in Assam

New Delhi, March 1 - Union Minister for Road Transport and Highways Nitin Gadkari said on Friday that an amount of Rs 3,371.18 crore has been sanctioned for three projects in Assam encompassing sections from Nilambazar/Cheragi bypass to Chandkhira, Chandkhira to Churaibari, and

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NBCC sells Rs 830 crore worth commercial space at WTC in Delhi

NBCC sells Rs 830 crore worth commercial space at WTC in Delhi

New Delhi, March 1 - NBCC (India) Ltd, in the 24th e-auction, has sold approximately 2 lakh square feet of commercial space for approximately Rs 830 crore in the World Trade Centre (WTC) project at Nauroji Nagar in the national capital, the construction

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‘PM – Surya Ghar: Muft Bijli Yojana’ promises to save Rs 15K per household

‘PM – Surya Ghar: Muft Bijli Yojana’ promises to save Rs 15K per household

New Delhi, March 1 - The Centre's 'PM - Surya Ghar: Muft Bijli Yojana' that aims to provide free electricity to one crore households, who opt to install rooftop solar electricity unit of 3 kilowatt capacity, promises an "assured saving of approximately Rs

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My resolve is to prevent Trinamool from looting public money in Bengal: PM Modi

My resolve is to prevent Trinamool from looting public money in Bengal: PM Modi

Kolkata, March 1 - Prime Minister Narendra Modi said on Friday that he has taken a resolution to prevent rampant corruption and looting of public money by the leaders and workers of the ruling Trinamool Congress in West bengal.

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Bengal CM was busy protecting accused when Sandeshkhali women sought her help: PM Modi

Bengal CM was busy protecting accused when Sandeshkhali women sought her help: PM Modi

Kolkata, March 1 - Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday said that when the women in Sandeshkhali were desperately seeking West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee's help against the atrocities by local Trinamool Congress leaders, she was busy "protecting the accused persons".

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PM Modi to visit Kashmir Valley on March 7, first since Article 370 abrogation

PM Modi to visit Kashmir Valley on March 7, first since Article 370 abrogation

Srinagar, March 1 - Prime Minister Narendra Modi is scheduled to visit the Kashmir Valley on March 7, his first visit to the Valley since the abrogation of Article 370 in August 2019.

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Gujarat announces one-time fees for property transfer

Gujarat announces one-time fees for property transfer

Gandhinagar, March 1 - The Gujarat government has announced relaxations in fees for the transfer of homes under the state Housing Board. The move is set to benefit homeowners across the state.

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Army chopper makes precautionary landing in farm fields in Rajasthan

Army chopper makes precautionary landing in farm fields in Rajasthan

Jaipur, March 1 - A Chetak helicopter of the Indian Army made a 'precautionary' landing in a farm field near Didwana village in Rajasthan on Friday.

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