Women-owned firms rise to 26.2pc in informal sector, wages jump 13pc

IANS | December 24, 2024 9:37 PM

New Delhi, Dec 24 (IANS) The percentage of female-owned proprietary establishments in India’s unincorporated sector has increased from 22.9 per cent in 2022-23 to 26.2 per cent in 2023-24, according to the annual survey of the Ministry of Statistics released on Tuesday.

Explainer: All you need to know about the GST on EVs

IANS | December 24, 2024 8:57 PM

New Delhi, Dec 24 (IANS) Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman has clarified that the increase in GST from 12 per cent to 18 per cent on the sale of second-hand EVs will apply only to business entities involved in the resale of used electric vehicles. This increase in GST does not apply to individuals selling second-hand electric vehicles.

Number of firms, jobs in India’s informal sector clock double-digit growth

IANS | December 24, 2024 7:39 PM

New Delhi, Dec 24 (IANS) The estimated number of establishments in India’s Unincorporated Sector recorded a robust 12.84 per cent growth during October 2023–September 2024, compared to the same period of the previous year, according to the annual survey of the Ministry of Statistics released on Tuesday.

Centre launches 3 apps for protection of consumer rights

IANS | December 24, 2024 6:33 PM

New Delhi, Dec 24 (IANS) The Union government on Tuesday launched the Jago Grahak Jago app, Jagriti app, and Jagriti Dashboard for the protection of consumer rights on the occasion of National Consumer Day 2024.

Dharavi Redevelopment Project: Zero financial burden, 10 years of worry-free living

IANS | December 24, 2024 5:33 PM

Mumbai, Dec 24 (IANS) Imagine moving into a brand-new home, surrounded by modern infrastructure and facilities, without worrying about maintenance charges for the next 10 years. That’s the promise of the Dharavi Redevelopment Project (DRP) — an initiative that goes beyond housing to ensure a financially sustainable future for its residents.