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Govt giving top priority to boost farmers’ incomes: Shivraj Chouhan

IANS | March 17, 2026 4:42 PM

New Delhi, March 17 (IANS) Union Agriculture Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan said in the Lok Sabha on Tuesday that the government, led by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, has accorded the highest priority to farmers’ income and security through a series of measures, including promoting profitable alternative crops in place of harmful crops like tobacco, ensuring historic procurement at minimum support price (MSP), introducing revolutionary reforms in the crop insurance scheme, and establishing a strict monitoring mechanism.

SEBI mulls easing nomination norms for demat, mutual fund accounts

IANS | March 17, 2026 4:36 PM

New Delhi, March 17 (IANS) India’s market watchdog, the Securities and Exchange Board of India, on Tuesday issued a consultation paper proposing changes to nomination norms for demat accounts and mutual fund folios, seeking public comments.

India starts sourcing LPG from multiple global channels, including US

IANS | March 17, 2026 4:25 PM

New Delhi, March 17 (IANS) India has started sourcing LPG from multiple global channels, including the United States, to diversify supplies amid the ongoing Middle East conflict, the government said on Tuesday, adding that there is no 'dry out' at any LPG distributor and supplies remain smooth across the country.

Indian Americans rank as top earners in US among major ethnic groups: Report

IANS | March 17, 2026 4:06 PM

New Delhi, March 17 (IANS) Indian‑American households reported a median annual income of about $151,200, far above the US median of roughly $83,700 and ranked first among all major ethnic groups in the country, a new report has said.

India is entering new phase in global trade, says Piyush Goyal

IANS | March 17, 2026 3:35 PM

New Delhi, March 17 (IANS) Union Minister Piyush Goyal on Tuesday said India’s overall economic fundamentals remain strong, with exports holding steady and multiple factors supporting the country’s external position.

Nifty Next 50 leads gains in February, midcaps top charts annually: Report

IANS | March 17, 2026 3:31 PM

New Delhi, March 17 (IANS) Nifty Next 50 led market gains in February, rising 2.76 per cent and posting a 22.16 per cent gain annually, while midcaps led gains yearly, a report said on Tuesday.

PM Mudra Yojana continues to empower small entrepreneurs with collateral-free loans: FM Sitharaman

IANS | March 17, 2026 3:13 PM

New Delhi, March 17 (IANS) Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman has reaffirmed the transformative role of the Pradhan Mantri Mudra Yojana (PMMY) in supporting small-time entrepreneurs across India by providing collateral-free credit, enabling millions to turn their business ideas into reality without the burden of security or guarantees.

Centre releases over Rs 1,789 crore to strengthen rural local bodies in 5 states

IANS | March 17, 2026 3:10 PM

New Delhi, March 17 (IANS) The government on Tuesday said it has released more than Rs 1,789 crore under the 15th Finance Commission grants to strengthen rural local bodies in five states.

NPCI expands its UPI acceptance in Sri Lanka to boost economy, tourists' experience

IANS | March 17, 2026 2:53 PM

New Delhi, March 17 (IANS) NPCI International Payments Limited -- the international arm of the National Payments Corporation of India (NPCI) -- on Tuesday said it is strengthening the acceptance of Unified Payments Interface (UPI) across Sri Lanka to enable a seamless payment experience for Indian tourists and support the island nation’s digital economy.

Govt extends export relief measures till March 31 amid Strait of Hormuz disruption

IANS | March 17, 2026 2:41 PM

New Delhi, March 17 (IANS) The government on Tuesday extended relief measures for export cargo till March 31 as disruptions continue in the Strait of Hormuz due to the ongoing conflict involving Iran. The move aims to support exporters facing delays and logistical challenges in the Gulf region.

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Govt giving top priority to boost farmers’ incomes: Shivraj Chouhan

SEBI mulls easing nomination norms for demat, mutual fund accounts

India starts sourcing LPG from multiple global channels, including US

Indian Americans rank as top earners in US among major ethnic groups: Report

India is entering new phase in global trade, says Piyush Goyal

Nifty Next 50 leads gains in February, midcaps top charts annually: Report

PM Mudra Yojana continues to empower small entrepreneurs with collateral-free loans: FM Sitharaman

Centre releases over Rs 1,789 crore to strengthen rural local bodies in 5 states

NPCI expands its UPI acceptance in Sri Lanka to boost economy, tourists' experience

Govt extends export relief measures till March 31 amid Strait of Hormuz disruption

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