Multi-pronged approach needed for MSMEs’ integration into global value chains

IANS | May 29, 2026 2:19 PM

New Delhi, May 29 (IANS) There is a need for a multi-pronged approach to bridge the technology divide through greater digital inclusion, stronger innovation capabilities, and improved technology readiness of MSMEs to support their integration into regional and global value chains, an official statement said on Friday.

IMF worried as Pakistan’s military takes over economic powers: Report

IANS | May 29, 2026 2:14 PM

New Delhi, May 29 (IANS) Behind Pakistan’s negotiations for new bailout packages from the International Monetary Fund (IMF), a silent yet highly consequential power struggle is unfolding between the IMF and the Pakistani military over control of the country’s key economic power structures, according to an article published by Pressenza International Press Agency.

Majority of NEET reform recommendations already implemented: Former ISRO chief to SC

IANS | May 29, 2026 2:05 PM

New Delhi, May 29 (IANS) Former ISRO Chairman K. Radhakrishnan has informed the Supreme Court that a majority of the recommendations made by the high-level expert committee constituted after the NEET-UG 2024 controversy have either been implemented or are under active execution, with several reforms already operational in the conduct of NEET examinations.

Neighbour alleges delay by fire brigade after former CCI chief dies in South Delhi house fire

IANS | May 29, 2026 2:00 PM

New Delhi, May 29 (IANS) A neighbour of former IAS officer and first Chairman of the Competition Commission of India (CCI), Dhanendra Kumar, who died due to smoke inhalation after a fire at his Hauz Khas residence in Delhi following a suspected air-conditioner blast, alleged on Friday that the fire brigade reached the spot nearly an hour after the incident was reported.