Rs 7,145 crore Kanpur-Kabrai corridor to strengthen Central India's logistics

IANS | July 25, 2026 8:51 PM

New Delhi, July 25 (IANS) The government's approval for the Rs 7,145 crore Kanpur-Kabrai access-controlled highway is expected to significantly strengthen logistics, industrial connectivity and agricultural market access across Bundelkhand while reducing travel time and transportation costs in Central India, according to an official statement on Saturday.

Dark patterns must be eliminated from insurance sector: IRDAI Chairman

IANS | July 25, 2026 8:15 PM

New Delhi, July 25 (IANS) Insurance Regulatory and Development Authority of India (IRDAI) Chairman Ajay Seth on Saturday called for the complete removal of dark patterns from the insurance sector, saying transparent digital practices are essential to building consumer confidence and expanding insurance penetration in the country.

Rs 6,970 crore Dwarka tunnel to transform Delhi-NCR connectivity

IANS | July 25, 2026 7:37 PM

New Delhi, July 25 (IANS) The Centre's approval for the Rs 6,969.67 crore Dwarka Road Tunnel project is set to transform urban mobility in the National Capital Region (NCR) by easing traffic congestion, improving airport connectivity and providing a seamless link between West and South Delhi, an official statement said on Saturday.

70 startups seek Rs 1,500 crore investments at ASSOCHAM Investor Connect

IANS | July 25, 2026 6:54 PM

New Delhi, July 25 (IANS) Around 70 startups sought investments worth nearly Rs 1,500 crore at the second edition of ASSOCHAM Investor Connect, which brought together entrepreneurs, investors, corporates and policymakers to strengthen India's innovation-driven startup ecosystem, the industry body said on Saturday.

Poverty in Pakistan: A deepening crisis in a lower-middle-income state

IANS | July 25, 2026 6:34 PM

Islamabad, July 25 (IANS) Pakistan enters FY2026 still classified by the World Bank as a lower-middle-income country, and it sits within the Bank's "blend" category, a status that gives Islamabad access to both concessional financing from the International Development Association (IDA) and near-market lending from the International Bank for Reconstruction and Development (IBRD), according to an analysis.

India's rapid economic rise lays foundation for Vision 2047: Report

IANS | July 25, 2026 5:59 PM

New Delhi, July 25 (IANS) India's remarkable economic transformation since Independence has laid a strong foundation for achieving its Vision 2047 goal of becoming a developed nation, although sustained investments in health, education, jobs and green energy will be crucial to maintaining the country's growth momentum, according to a report.

Employee grievances pending for over 25 years resolved: Minister

IANS | July 25, 2026 5:22 PM

New Delhi, July 25 (IANS) Union MoS for Personnel, Public Grievances and Pensions Dr. Jitendra Singh on Saturday said the government’s focus on transparency, accountability and employee welfare resolved several legacy service‑related grievances that had remained pending for nearly 25 to 30 years.

DRI seizes over 27 kg smuggled gold in multi-city operations, 12 held

IANS | July 25, 2026 5:13 PM

New Delhi, July 25 (IANS) The Directorate of Revenue Intelligence (DRI) has seized more than 27 kg of foreign-origin smuggled gold and arrested 12 people in a series of intelligence-led operations conducted across the country, according to an official statement on Saturday.