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Cabinet approves Revised National Program for Dairy Development (NPDD)

Cabinet approves Revised National Program for Dairy Development (NPDD)

New Delhi: The Union Cabinet, chaired by the Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi, has today approved the Revised National Program for Dairy Development (NPDD). The Revised NPDD, a Central Sector Scheme, has been enhanced with an additional Rs.1000 crore, bringing the total budget to Rs.2790 crore for the period of the 15th Finance Commission cycle (2021-22 to 2025-26). This initiative focuses on modernizing and expanding dairy infrastructure, ensuring the sector’s sustained growth and productivity. The revised NPDD will give an impetus to the dairy sector by creating infrastructure for milk procurement, processing capacity, and ensuring better quality control. It is intended…
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Prime Minister congratulates Crew-9 Astronauts

Prime Minister congratulates Crew-9 Astronauts

Sunita Williams and the Crew9 astronauts have once again shown us what perseverance truly means: PM New Delhi: The Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi has extended heartfelt congratulations to the Crew-9 astronauts, including Indian-origin astronaut Sunita Williams, as they safely returned to Earth. Shri Modi lauded Crew-9 astronauts’ courage, determination, and contribution to space exploration. Shri Modi said that Space exploration is about pushing the limits of human potential, daring to dream, and having the courage to turn those dreams into reality. Sunita Williams, a trailblazer and an icon, has exemplified this spirit throughout her career. In a message on…
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BMW Group India is the Luxury Mobility partner at VIP Terminal of Bengaluru International Airport

BMW Group India is the Luxury Mobility partner at VIP Terminal of Bengaluru International Airport

VIP guests to be ushered in the first-ever BMW i7 and the all-electric MINI Countryman at Kempegowda International Airport #BMWVIP #BMWBengaluruInternationalAirport Bengaluru: The first-ever BMW i7 and the all-electric MINI Countryman are now official choice for all VIP movements at VIP Terminal, Kempegowda International Airport - Bengaluru. The flagship BMW and MINI cars will now be used by all dignitaries, leading businessmen and eminent personalities transiting through the VIP Terminal of Bengaluru International Airport. Mr. Vikram Pawah, President and CEO, BMW Group India, said, "At BMW Group India, we are committed to shaping the future of sustainable mobility with innovation, luxury,…
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AIR INDIA SHOWCASES ITS FIRST RETROFITTED AIRCRAFT

AIR INDIA SHOWCASES ITS FIRST RETROFITTED AIRCRAFT

WITH NEW SEATS, MODERN CABINS AND NEW LIVERY #AIRINDIAVTEXN #VTEXN Chandigarh: Air India has welcomed its first retrofitted narrowbody aircraft, VT-EXN (A320neo aircraft), back into operations - marking an important milestone in the airline’s transformation journey. VT-EXN is the first of the 27 narrowbody aircraft inherited at the time of takeover that was elected for a complete retrofit to the new Air India standard, with new seats, carpets, curtain, cabin ambience, a three-class cabin configuration, along with a fresh coat of paint, new livery – all in the new Air India branding. VT-EXN was sent for retrofit last year. Its…
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55.02 crore Jan-Dhan accounts have been opened till 7th March 2025

55.02 crore Jan-Dhan accounts have been opened till 7th March 2025

Out of 55.0 crore 36.63 crore accounts are in rural and semi-urban areas Atal Pension Yojana, Pradhan Mantri Mudra Yojana, Stand Up India Scheme and other financial inclusion schemes have also witnessed remarkable progress New Delhi: The Government initiated the National Mission for Financial Inclusion (NMFI), namely the Pradhan Mantri Jan Dhan Yojana (PMJDY) #Jandhanaccounts in August, 2014 to provide universal banking services for every unbanked adult based on the guiding principles of banking the unbanked, securing the unsecured, funding the unfunded and serving unserved and underserved areas. A total of 55.02 crore Jan-Dhan accounts have been opened till 07.03.2025, out of…
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US Dollar Won’t Lose Its Crown Anytime Soon, Says NSE MD & CEO Ashish kumar Chauhan

US Dollar Won’t Lose Its Crown Anytime Soon, Says NSE MD & CEO Ashish kumar Chauhan

The rise of technology-driven capitalism, and the increasing complexities of global markets #USDOLLAR  #NSEONUSDOLLAR  #USDOLLARaCrown Chandigarh: Ashishkumar Chauhan, MD & CEO, NSE, reaffirmed the enduring dominance of the US dollar at a recent panel discussion in Singapore. He provided deep insights into the evolving financial landscape, the rise of technology-driven capitalism, and the increasing complexities of global markets. Chauhan redefined conventional perspectives on financial stability, asserting that volatility is not a weakness but an inherent feature of economic progress. He argued that market disruptions often result from geopolitical shifts rather than purely economic factors. “Geopolitics eats economics for breakfast,” he…
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Glance’s ‘Decoding Indian Cricket Fans’ report reveals exclusive consumer behavior insights

Glance’s ‘Decoding Indian Cricket Fans’ report reveals exclusive consumer behavior insights

Cricket fever goes beyond the match Over 120 million sports enthusiasts turned to the Glance smart lock screen during India’s biggest cricket tournament, driving 2.4x higher engagement Chandigarh: As cricket fever grips the nation, millions of Indian cricket fans are not just watching the game – they’re engaging with it like never before. Glance, the world’s leading smart lock screen platform, unveiled the report ‘Decoding Indian Cricket Fans: Consumer Insights and Seasonal Marketing Strategies for 2025’ in partnership with InMobi Advertising, a leading provider of marketing and monetization technologies that help businesses fuel growth, and AppsFlyer, the global leader in…
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Grameen Credit Score for the credit needs of members of SHGs and rural areas

Grameen Credit Score for the credit needs of members of SHGs and rural areas

#GrameenCreditScore #GCSIndia #GCSSHG New Delhi: The Union Budget 2025-26 contained an announcement on the Grameen Credit Score, a framework to be developed by public-sector banks for the credit needs of members of Self-Help Groups (SHGs) and people in rural areas. The current credit scoring mechanism used by Credit Information Companies (ClCs) is, by design, generic to all individual borrowers with no specific consideration for the rural sector. A Grameen credit score tailored for the credit assessment purposes of SHG borrowers and the rural population would facilitate better credit assessment, thereby improving access to formal credit not just for SHGs but…
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Sintex honors plumbers with ‘Sintex Nalkaar’

Sintex honors plumbers with ‘Sintex Nalkaar’

Chandigarh: Sintex, India’s leading and most trusted manufacturer of quality water management solutions has launched a community campaign to express heartfelt gratitude and respect to plumbers, the unsung heroes of the nation’s water infrastructure. The campaign started from Plumbers' Day 2025 – 11th March 2025 and will conclude on 22nd March 2025 – ‘World Water Day’. This community campaign aims to recognize and spotlight the tireless efforts of plumbers through digital hoardings and various meet-and-greet events across Chhattisgarh and Punjab. During the 11 day campaign, Sintex will express gratitude to the plumbers associated with them through digital hoardings across high-traffic…
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Empowering Women Through Aarohi: Godrej Capital’s Commitment to Inclusive Growth

Empowering Women Through Aarohi: Godrej Capital’s Commitment to Inclusive Growth

 ·         Aarohi is a dedicated initiative that goes beyond enabling credit to drive inclusivity and create meaningful opportunities for women in India. #GodrejCapitalAarohi Chandigarh: Godrej Capital, the financial services arm of Godrej Industries Group, has launched Aarohi, an initiative to empower women beyond enabling credit. Aarohi will drive inclusive growth by expanding financial access, strengthening community initiatives, and increasing opportunities for women. It focuses on empowering women as customers, collaborating with channel partners, promoting inclusive hiring, and addressing well-being and representation. With a goal to positively impact 100,000 women over the next five years, Aarohi aims to foster meaningful growth.…
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