New Delhi, May 9 (IANS) A growing share of systematic investment plan (SIP) inflows is now coming from smaller towns and rural areas, reflecting the rapid expansion of India’s retail investor base beyond major cities, HDFC AMC Managing Director and CEO Navneet Munot said on Saturday.
New Delhi, May 9 (IANS) Fair trade regulator the Competition Commission of India (CCI) has ordered an investigation into French liquor group Pernod Ricard over allegations that the company extended financial assistance worth around Rs 200 crore to retailers in New Delhi in exchange for preferential stocking and promotion of its brands.
New Delhi, May 9 (IANS) Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday said that key Jan Suraksha Schemes, which completed 11 years of providing social security cover, reflect the government’s commitment to bring dignity, assurance and financial security into the lives of the people of India.
New Delhi, May 9 (IANS) The World Health Organization (WHO) on Saturday said the hantavirus outbreak is not another COVID pandemic, and the current public health risk remains low.
New Delhi, May 9 (IANS) India gives high importance to international cooperation in emerging and transformative technologies and remains committed to strengthening partnerships with countries of the Global South in areas of science, innovation and sustainable development, Minister of State (Independent Charge) for Science and Technology, Dr. Jitendra Singh, said on Saturday.
New Delhi, May 9 (IANS) Bangladesh’s public debt climbed past Tk 22 lakh crore by December 2025, with the government increasingly relying on domestic borrowing to reduce exposure to foreign exchange risks and strengthen fiscal stability, a report has said.
New Delhi, May 9 (IANS) India’s data centre capacity could grow to 4–8 GW by 2030 and the country has 90 cities suitable for future data centre development, a report has said.
New Delhi, May 9 (IANS) Pakistan’s national space agency -- Space & Upper Atmosphere Research Commission (SUPARCO) -- is becoming increasingly dependent on China due to its close collaboration with the country and continued reliance on proven Chinese designs instead of pursuing independent research, a report has said.
New Delhi, May 9 (IANS) The mining industry of India has potential to contribute an additional $500 billion to the economy and generate nearly 25 million new jobs by 2047, provided the industry adopts advanced technologies and sustainable mining practices, a report has said.
New Delhi, May 9 (IANS) Union Agriculture Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan is set to announce Rs 18,907 crore for the Pradhan Mantri Gram Sadak Yojana (PMGSY) for the financial year 2026-27 on Sunday -- marking 25 years of the PMGSY and the national launch of PMGSY-IV, an official statement said on Saturday.
