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India’s position in Global Innovation Index is outcome of deliberate policy choices, investments in entrepreneurship: Minister

IANS | September 23, 2025 5:56 PM

New Delhi, Sep 23 (IANS) India’s steady climb in the Global Innovation Index, from the 81st position in 2015 to the 39th in 2025, is not accidental but the outcome of deliberate policy choices, investments in entrepreneurship, and the spirit of India’s young innovators, Union Minister Dr Jitendra Singh said on Tuesday.

Bangladesh plunges into deep financial crisis

IANS | September 23, 2025 5:53 PM

New Delhi, Sep 23 (IANS) Bangladesh has plunged into one of its worst financial crises in recent history, with the country’s banking sector reeling from a huge default on loans, non-bank financial institutions on the verge of collapse and the shares of a large number of companies listed in the stock market trading below their face value, according to a report in the Dhaka Tribune.

Nearly 73 pc rural households expect income growth by next year: Report

IANS | September 23, 2025 5:45 PM

New Delhi, Sep 23 (IANS) Nearly 73 per cent of households in rural areas expect their income to grow by next year, according to a report.

GST 2.0 reforms herald record sales across India, consumers rejoice

IANS | September 23, 2025 5:11 PM

New Delhi, Sep 23 (IANS) The GST 2.0 reforms, which kicked in on Monday, saw a tremendous response from shopkeepers, auto dealers and every Indian household.

This govt knows how to implement, not just plan: Rohan Gupta on 'GST Bachat Utsav'

IANS | September 23, 2025 5:08 PM

Ahmedabad, Sep 23 (IANS) Lauding the Centre’s latest consumer-focused initiative, GST Bachat Utsav, BJP national spokesperson Rohan Gupta on Tuesday praised the Modi government for its practical approach to governance, calling it one that not only plans but also implements it.

Headcount of India’s internet subscribers crosses 1,002 million during April–June

IANS | September 23, 2025 4:54 PM

New Delhi, Sept 23 (IANS) India is one of the fastest-growing digital nations in the world, with internet connectivity playing a crucial role in its progress. This momentum is reflected in the staggering 1,002.85 (1.002 bn) million internet subscribers reported during April–June 2025, highlighting the scale and impact of India’s digital revolution, according to an official statement issued on Tuesday.

GST 2.0 rate cuts to propel growth across sectors in Tamil Nadu

IANS | September 23, 2025 4:39 PM

New Delhi, Sep 23 (IANS) The GST 2.0 rate cuts will benefit Tamil Nadu across multiple sectors -- from traditional handlooms, handicrafts, coir and fisheries to modern industries like automobiles, electronics, renewable energy and defence, an official document said on Tuesday.

Vedic mantras resonate at BAPS temple festival in Jodhpur, grand procession tomorrow

IANS | September 23, 2025 4:11 PM

Jaipur, Sep 23 (IANS) Amid the ongoing 10-day Pran Pratistha festival at the BAPS Swaminarayan temple in Jodhpur's Kaliberi, Vishwashanti Mahayagna was performed inside the premises, in the presence of hundreds of devotees.

Congress' first working committee meet in Bihar since Independence sparks political storm

IANS | September 23, 2025 4:07 PM

Patna, Sep 23 (IANS) The Congress Working Committee (CWC) will convene its meeting at Sadaqat Ashram in Patna on Wednesday, a politically significant development ahead of the Bihar Assembly elections.

OECD raises India's growth by 40 bps to 6.7 pc in 2025 over domestic demand, GST reforms

IANS | September 23, 2025 4:04 PM

New Delhi, Sep 23 (IANS) The Organization for Economic Cooperation and Development (OECD) on Tuesday raised India's GDP growth by 40 bps to 6.7 per cent in 2025 from its earlier projection of 6.3 per cent in June -- driven by strong domestic demand and robust GST reforms.

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India’s position in Global Innovation Index is outcome of deliberate policy choices, investments in entrepreneurship: Minister

Bangladesh plunges into deep financial crisis

Nearly 73 pc rural households expect income growth by next year: Report

GST 2.0 reforms herald record sales across India, consumers rejoice

This govt knows how to implement, not just plan: Rohan Gupta on 'GST Bachat Utsav'

Headcount of India’s internet subscribers crosses 1,002 million during April–June

GST 2.0 rate cuts to propel growth across sectors in Tamil Nadu

Vedic mantras resonate at BAPS temple festival in Jodhpur, grand procession tomorrow

Congress' first working committee meet in Bihar since Independence sparks political storm

OECD raises India's growth by 40 bps to 6.7 pc in 2025 over domestic demand, GST reforms

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