Cabinet gives go ahead to 100 pc FDI in insurance sector

IANS | December 12, 2025 5:36 PM

New Delhi, Dec 12 (IANS) The Union Cabinet, chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, on Friday approved a proposal to allow 100 per cent foreign direct investment (FDI) in insurance companies in a major economic reform that does away with the 74 per cent limit that was in place for such investments.

India concerned over damage at Preah Vihar amid Thailand-Cambodia border clashes

IANS | December 12, 2025 5:25 PM

New Delhi, Dec 12 (IANS) India on Friday said that it has seen reports about damage to conservation facilities at the World Heritage Site of Preah Vihar during the ongoing border clashes between Thailand and Cambodia, stressing that any damage to the cultural heritage in the region is "unfortunate" and a "matter of concern."

Over 25,000 govt staff join nutrition campaign in Gujarat

IANS | December 12, 2025 5:22 PM

Ahmedabad, Dec 12 (IANS) More than 25,000 government employees in Kheda district have pledged support to the new “Gaam No Nirdhaar, Sahkaarey Saakaar” campaign - an initiative launched by the district administration to eliminate malnutrition.