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Govt’s CPGRAMS becomes one of world's largest digital public grievance redressal platforms

IANS | August 9, 2026 10:31 AM

New Delhi, Aug 9 (IANS) The Centralised Public Grievance Redress and Monitoring System (CPGRAMS), has emerged as one of the world's largest digital public grievance redressal platforms over the past decade. Through sustained reforms, technological innovation and a strong focus on citizen satisfaction, the platform has transformed the way citizens engage with government institutions, an official factsheet said on Sunday.

Indian car industry likely to reach 6.1-6.3 million units by FY31: Maruti Suzuki India Chairman

IANS | August 9, 2026 10:20 AM

New Delhi, Aug 9 (IANS) The Indian car industry is projected to grow to 6.1 to 6.3 million units by FY2030-31 and the share of the small car market would grow significantly faster than its pace of growth in the last five years, RC Bhargava, Chairman, Maruti Suzuki India Limited, said on Sunday.

Phuket-Delhi air turbulence: Captain's drug test report not yet shared with us, says Air India

IANS | August 9, 2026 10:04 AM

New Delhi, Aug 9 (IANS) Air India on Sunday said that it “undertakes regular drug testing of crew members” in compliance with civil aviation regulations, after reports surfaced that captain of an Air India flight from Phuket to Delhi, that was hit by severe turbulence and left many injured, has been allegedly tested positive for psychoactive substances. The airline, however, said “the results of the test have not been shared with Air India."

GeM enters 11th year, connects over 1.37 lakh government buyer organisations with 25 lakh sellers

IANS | August 9, 2026 9:37 AM

New Delhi, Aug 9 (IANS) As the Government e-Marketplace (GeM) begins its 11th year, it now connects more than 1.37 lakh government buyer organisations with nearly 25 lakh sellers and service providers, facilitating cumulative procurement worth over Rs 20 lakh crore.

Foreign investors likely to continue buying in India as GDP growth, earnings improve

IANS | August 9, 2026 9:23 AM

New Delhi, Aug 9 (IANS) Given the improving prospects in GDP growth and earnings growth in India, foreign portfolio investors (FPIs) are likely to continue their buying in India, according to analysts.

FSSAI suspends licences of VKC Nuts, Chheda Specialities over food safety violations

IANS | August 8, 2026 9:36 PM

New Delhi, Aug 8 (IANS) The Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) on Saturday said that it suspended the licences of VKC Nuts Private Ltd in Uttar Pradesh and Chheda Specialities Foods Pvt Ltd in Maharashtra with immediate effect after inspections revealed serious food safety and hygiene violations.

Gautam Adani's 'Vande Bharatam' initiative selects 1st innovation cohort from 26,000 applications

IANS | August 8, 2026 8:53 PM

Ahmedabad, Aug 8 (IANS) Vande Bharatam -- the grassroots innovation and entrepreneurship initiative launched by Adani Group Chairman Gautam Adani -- has selected its inaugural cohort from more than 26,000 applications received from across the country, it was announced on Saturday.

Delhivery’s Q1 net profit plunges 65 pc in FY27

IANS | August 8, 2026 8:15 PM

New Delhi, Aug 8 (IANS) Logistics services provider Delhivery on Saturday posted a 64.9 per cent decline in consolidated net profit to Rs 32 crore for the first quarter of FY27.

NUCFDC's headquarters to shift to Maharashtra, says HM Amit Shah

IANS | August 8, 2026 7:53 PM

Mumbai, Aug 8 (IANS) Union Cooperation Minister Amit Shah said on Saturday that the 'Umbrella Organisation' will play a crucial role in making the urban co-operative banking sector modern, transparent, trustworthy, and technology-driven.

Govt launches 'E-Samudra' platform to digitise maritime governance, boost seafarer welfare

IANS | August 8, 2026 7:36 PM

Mumbai, Aug 8 (IANS) The government on Saturday launched E-Samudra -- a digital platform integrating maritime services for seafarers, shipping companies, ports and other stakeholders -- to step up efforts to modernise maritime governance and strengthen seafarer welfare.

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Govt’s CPGRAMS becomes one of world's largest digital public grievance redressal platforms

Indian car industry likely to reach 6.1-6.3 million units by FY31: Maruti Suzuki India Chairman

Phuket-Delhi air turbulence: Captain's drug test report not yet shared with us, says Air India

GeM enters 11th year, connects over 1.37 lakh government buyer organisations with 25 lakh sellers

Foreign investors likely to continue buying in India as GDP growth, earnings improve

FSSAI suspends licences of VKC Nuts, Chheda Specialities over food safety violations

Gautam Adani's 'Vande Bharatam' initiative selects 1st innovation cohort from 26,000 applications

Delhivery’s Q1 net profit plunges 65 pc in FY27

NUCFDC's headquarters to shift to Maharashtra, says HM Amit Shah

Govt launches 'E-Samudra' platform to digitise maritime governance, boost seafarer welfare

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