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Govt steps up efforts to return Rs 73,000 crore unclaimed funds in banks, insurers, MFs: Minister

IANS | March 24, 2026 7:39 PM

New Delhi, March 24 (IANS) The government has stepped up efforts to help citizens reclaim over Rs 73,000 crore lying unclaimed across banks, insurance companies and mutual funds, with regulators rolling out simplified claim processes, digital tracking platforms and nationwide awareness drives, the Parliament was informed on Tuesday.

Bangladesh listed in World Bank’s 'red' category for high food inflation

IANS | March 24, 2026 7:12 PM

New Delhi, March 24 (IANS) Bangladesh has been unable to exit the "red" category of countries, which face a risk of food inflation, for almost three years, and although overall inflation decreased somewhat due to various interim government initiatives, food inflation has increased again over the last five months, according to a report in the Bangladeshi media.

Chhattisgarh: Manpur, once epicentre of red terror, gets network of roads under PMGSY

IANS | March 24, 2026 7:03 PM

Raipur, March 24 (IANS) The forest-clad regions of Manpur in Mohla-Manpur-Ambagarh district of Chhattisgarh lived under the shadow of fear caused by ‘red terror’ (naxal insurgency) for many years; however, the network of roads built here over the past few years has changed the face of the region, besides bringing the cycle of violence to an end.

Food fest buyer-seller meet held in Srinagar, set to boost export of Kashmiri agro products

IANS | March 24, 2026 6:54 PM

Jammu, March 24 (IANS) A one-of-its-kind event was organised in Srinagar recently, as part of an endeavour to secure global recognition for Jammu and Kashmir's premium agro and food products and also build marketing channels for the local produce.

Adani Power placed in ‘Leadership’ category in ESG, outperformed industry benchmarks: CareEdge

IANS | March 24, 2026 6:39 PM

New Delhi, March 24 (IANS) Adani Power has been assigned an ESG rating of 80.0 by rating agency CareEdge, placing it in the Leadership category -- despite the fact that the company operates in the carbon intensive thermal power sector, it was announced on Tuesday.

UP CM launches 'Nivesh Mitra 3.0', distributes incentive worth Rs 2,781 crore to companies

IANS | March 24, 2026 6:29 PM

Lucknow, March 24 (IANS) Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath said on Tuesday that entrepreneurs are the backbone of the economy and ensuring their safety and dignity is the state government's priority while launching the 'Nivesh Mitra 3.0'.

ADB’s $10 billion credit won't solve Pakistan's institutional challenges without deep reforms: Report

IANS | March 24, 2026 6:11 PM

New Delhi, March 24 (IANS) The Asian Development Bank’s $10 billion credit to Pakistan till 2030 signalled continued multilateral confidence, but underscores the country's heavy reliance on external support and the urgent need for structural reforms to solve institutional challenges, as per a media report.

Private sector, taxpayers play key role in nation-building: Naveen Jindal

IANS | March 24, 2026 5:55 PM

New Delhi, March 24 (IANS) Naveen Jindal, Member of Parliament from Kurukshetra in Haryana, strongly endorsed the Finance Bill, 2026 in the Lok Sabha on Tuesday, describing it as a transformative and forward-looking roadmap that will shape the future of 140 crore Indians.

‘People-centric Green Budget’: Education Minister hails Delhi Budget 2026-27

IANS | March 24, 2026 5:33 PM

New Delhi, March 24 (IANS) Delhi Education Minister Ashish Sood Tuesday hailed Budget 2026-27 by Chief Minister Rekha Gupta as a people-centric Green Budget that reflects the aspirations of the people and the government’s focus on the education sector.

Midcap, smallcap MFs rally as experts advise to remain cautious amid global tensions

IANS | March 24, 2026 5:24 PM

New Delhi, March 24 (IANS) When it comes to returns, mid-cap and small-cap mutual funds have remained among the preferred choices for investors. Both categories have witnessed substantial growth over the past five years, with assets under management (AUM) rising sharply on the back of strong investor participation and sustained inflows, a report said on Tuesday.

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Govt steps up efforts to return Rs 73,000 crore unclaimed funds in banks, insurers, MFs: Minister

Bangladesh listed in World Bank’s 'red' category for high food inflation

Chhattisgarh: Manpur, once epicentre of red terror, gets network of roads under PMGSY

Food fest buyer-seller meet held in Srinagar, set to boost export of Kashmiri agro products

Adani Power placed in ‘Leadership’ category in ESG, outperformed industry benchmarks: CareEdge

UP CM launches 'Nivesh Mitra 3.0', distributes incentive worth Rs 2,781 crore to companies

ADB’s $10 billion credit won't solve Pakistan's institutional challenges without deep reforms: Report

Private sector, taxpayers play key role in nation-building: Naveen Jindal

‘People-centric Green Budget’: Education Minister hails Delhi Budget 2026-27

Midcap, smallcap MFs rally as experts advise to remain cautious amid global tensions

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