PMMSY turns five: Bihar beneficiaries see big gains, creating jobs and generating major revenue

IANS | September 10, 2025 7:50 PM

Bhagalpur (Bihar), Sep 10 (IANS) As the Pradhan Mantri Matsya Sampada Yojana (PMMSY) marks its fifth anniversary on Wednesday, the scheme’s impact is being felt strongly across the nation — and particularly in Bhagalpur, Bihar. Launched on September 10, 2020, the flagship initiative has transformed fisheries into a thriving sector, boosting income, employment, and modernisation.

Women in Bihar's Sheikhpura becoming financially independent through free beautician training by RSETI

IANS | September 10, 2025 6:57 PM

Sheikhpura (Bihar), Sep 10 (IANS) In Bihar's Sheikhpura, women are breaking barriers and becoming financially independent through free beautician training provided by Rural Self Employment Training Institutes (RSETIs). Supported by the Ministry of Rural Development, Government of India, these training programmes are helping rural women turn their dreams into successful self-employment ventures.

Cabinet gives nod for new 4-lane highway in Bihar at a cost of Rs 4,447 crore

IANS | September 10, 2025 3:59 PM

New Delhi, Sep 10 (IANS) The Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs, chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, on Wednesday approved the construction of the proposed 4-lane greenfield access-controlled Mokama-Munger section of the Buxar-Bhagalpur high-speed corridor in Bihar on hybrid annuity mode, stretching across a length of 82.4 km with an investment of Rs 4,447.38 crore.

China can be new market for Indian exporters amid tariffs if they're competitive: CBIC Chairman (IANS Interview)

IANS | September 10, 2025 3:40 PM

New Delhi, Sep 10 (IANS) As India doubles down on exploring new markets amid geo-political uncertainties and tariff tensions, the Central Board of Indirect Taxes and Customs (CBIC) Chairman, Sanjay Kumar Agarwal, has said that domestic exporters can definitely explore the Chinese market, indicating that this move can help offset losses being faced by them due to steep 50 per cent US tariffs.

Radha Soami Dera Beas chief leads flood relief efforts in Punjab's Jalandhar

IANS | September 10, 2025 2:59 PM

Jalandhar, Sep 10 (IANS) Radha Soami Satsang Beas chief Gurinder Singh Dhillon on Wednesday actively spearheaded relief efforts for families devastated by the ongoing floods in Punjab. The Dera has remained unwavering in its commitment to supporting those affected, mobilising resources and volunteers across the state.