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India’s bioeconomy leaps from just $10 bn to $165.7 bn in 10 years

IANS | September 5, 2025 4:53 PM

New Delhi, Sep 5 (IANS) Over the past decade, India has emerged as one of the fastest-growing bioeconomies in the world, with the sector expanding to $165.7 billion in 2024 from just $10 billion in 2014. With an ambitious target of $300 billion by 2030, the bioeconomy is steadily becoming a cornerstone of India’s sustainable growth and innovation, driven by advancements in biotechnology, agricultural innovation, biomanufacturing, and healthcare.

‘GST reform biggest since Independence, Cong made tall promises but did nothing in 10-year rule’: Piyush Goyal

IANS | September 5, 2025 4:46 PM

New Delhi, Sep 5 (IANS) Union Minister of Commerce and Industry Piyush Goyal on Friday hailed the latest reforms in the Goods and Services Tax (GST) structure as “the biggest economic reform since Independence,” crediting Prime Minister Narendra Modi for fulfilling a long-awaited vision to simplify India’s tax system.

Notification on handling goods stocked under higher GST slabs soon

IANS | September 5, 2025 4:17 PM

New Delhi, Sep 5 (IANS) Union Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal on Friday said the government would soon notify a transitional arrangement on handling goods already stocked under the higher goods and services tax (GST) slabs.

GST overhaul a significant shift toward consumption-led growth: Report

IANS | September 5, 2025 3:30 PM

New Delhi, Sep 5 (IANS) The Goods and Services Tax (GST) overhaul, which comes into effect from September 22, is a significant shift aimed at stimulating growth through consumption-led strategies, especially as indirect taxes are regressive in nature, a report said on Friday.

Maharashtra transport minister becomes first Tesla Model Y owner in India, vows to raise awareness about EVs

IANS | September 5, 2025 2:25 PM

Mumbai, Sep 5 (IANS) Maharashtra Transport Minister Pratap Sarnaik on Friday became the first official Tesla Model Y owner in India, marking a symbolic step towards promoting Electric Vehicles (EVs) in the state. Sarnaik, who purchased the Tesla Model Y just a day after the company opened its first showroom in Mumbai, said he bought the car to inspire people — especially the youth — to embrace sustainable transportation.

GST reforms to moderate CPI inflation in range of 65-75 bps over FY26-27

IANS | September 5, 2025 2:06 PM

New Delhi, Sep 5 (IANS) The GST reforms can moderate CPI inflation in the range of 65-75 bps over FY26-27, an SBI report has said, adding that the simpler GST 2.0 system unleashes plethora of benefits in the form of consumption boost primarily from the middle class, low inflation, ease of business and ease of living.

Nothing wrong in using ballot papers; we are ready to make preparations: K'taka Election Commissioner

IANS | September 5, 2025 1:43 PM

Bengaluru, Sep 5 (IANS) State Election Commissioner G.S. Sangreshi has said that there was nothing wrong in conducting elections using ballot papers, and the poll body is ready to make preparations in this regard.

Vital for India’s journey towards self-reliance: PM Modi shares article on NEP 2020 significance

IANS | September 5, 2025 1:27 PM

New Delhi, Sep 5 (IANS) Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday shared an article on the significance of National Education Policy (NEP) 2020, explaining how it would be central to India’s journey towards self-reliance and development.

Ishwariya becomes Gujarat’s first village to provide LPG pipeline to every household

IANS | September 5, 2025 12:06 PM

Amreli, Sep 5 (IANS) Ishwariya village in Amreli district has become the first village in Gujarat to provide LPG pipeline connections to every household, ending decades of dependence on gas cylinders. Home to around 2,000 people and nearly 400 families, Ishwariya now enjoys uninterrupted, 24-hour cooking gas supply through pipelines.

Congress' post on Bihar and Bidis sparks row, NDA leaders hit back

IANS | September 5, 2025 11:59 AM

Patna, Sep 5 (IANS) A controversial post from the Kerala unit of the Congress party's official X handle comparing Bihar with 'bidis' has triggered strong backlash from NDA leaders in the state.

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India’s bioeconomy leaps from just $10 bn to $165.7 bn in 10 years

‘GST reform biggest since Independence, Cong made tall promises but did nothing in 10-year rule’: Piyush Goyal

Notification on handling goods stocked under higher GST slabs soon

GST overhaul a significant shift toward consumption-led growth: Report

Maharashtra transport minister becomes first Tesla Model Y owner in India, vows to raise awareness about EVs

GST reforms to moderate CPI inflation in range of 65-75 bps over FY26-27

Nothing wrong in using ballot papers; we are ready to make preparations: K'taka Election Commissioner

Vital for India’s journey towards self-reliance: PM Modi shares article on NEP 2020 significance

Ishwariya becomes Gujarat’s first village to provide LPG pipeline to every household

Congress' post on Bihar and Bidis sparks row, NDA leaders hit back

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