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Government e-Marketplace showcases startup power, unlocks new growth avenues
New Delhi, April 6 (IANS) The Government e-Marketplace (GeM) showcased its role in supporting startup growth and underlined the potential of public procurement as a tool for promoting innovation and inclusive development, at the just-concluded ‘Startup Mahakumbh 2025’ here, the Ministry of Commerce and Industry said on Sunday.
45 startups display growing tribal entrepreneurship in India
New Delhi, April 6 (IANS) At least 45 startups have showcased the growing role of tribal entrepreneurs in India’s startup ecosystem — marking a significant milestone in empowering tribal talent, the Ministry of Tribal Affairs said on Sunday.
Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs’ ex-partner Cassie Ventura to testify using her name
Los Angeles, April 6 (IANS) Troubles continue to mount for disgraced rapper Sean “Diddy” Combs as his former partner Casandra “Cassie” Ventura is prepared to testify against him.
Ed Sheeran to serenade Coachella attendees in surprise move
Los Angeles, April 6 (IANS) This year's Coachella festival has surprised the attendees with two prominent last-minute additions in its lineup.
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Government e-Marketplace showcases startup power, unlocks new growth avenues
New Delhi, April 6 (IANS) The Government e-Marketplace (GeM) showcased its role in supporting startup growth and underlined the potential of public procurement as a tool for promoting innovation and inclusive development, at the just-concluded ‘Startup Mahakumbh 2025’ here, the Ministry of Commerce and Industry said on Sunday.
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US Senior South Asia official visiting Pakistan will 'underscore' counterterrorism
New York, April 6 (IANS) US President Donald Trump’s administration is sending a senior State Department official to Pakistan to “underscore” counterterrorism cooperation while looking at promoting economic ties.
PM Modi has ‘personally’ intervened in arrest of Indian fishermen issue: Senthil Thondaman
Chennai, April 5 (IANS) President of the Ceylon Workers Congress and former Governor of Sri Lanka’s Eastern Province, Senthil Thondaman, said on Saturday that Prime Minister Narendra Modi has ‘personally’ intervened in the arrest of Indian fishermen issue with the Sri Lankan authorities.
PM Modi pays tribute at Indian Peace Keeping Force Memorial in Sri Lanka
Colombo, April 5 (IANS) Prime Minister Narendra Modi visited and laid a wreath at the Indian Peace Keeping Force (IPKF) Memorial in Sri Jayawardenapura Kotte, near Colombo, on Saturday evening. While paying respects, he hailed the brave soldiers of the IPKF who had laid down their lives in the service of peace, unity and the territorial integrity of Sri Lanka.
Iran's Vice President for Parliamentary Affairs sacked for 'extravagant holiday'
Tehran, April 5 (IANS) Iran's President Masoud Pezeshkian on Saturday removed his Vice President for Parliamentary Affairs Shahram Dabiri over his extravagant trip to the South Pole during the Nowruz (Persian New Year) holidays.
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Government e-Marketplace showcases startup power, unlocks new growth avenues
New Delhi, April 6 (IANS) The Government e-Marketplace (GeM) showcased its role in supporting startup growth and underlined the potential of public procurement as a tool for promoting innovation and inclusive development, at the just-concluded ‘Startup Mahakumbh 2025’ here, the Ministry of Commerce and Industry said on Sunday.
45 startups display growing tribal entrepreneurship in India
New Delhi, April 6 (IANS) At least 45 startups have showcased the growing role of tribal entrepreneurs in India’s startup ecosystem — marking a significant milestone in empowering tribal talent, the Ministry of Tribal Affairs said on Sunday.
Goyal assures deeptech startups of big push from Rs 10,000 crore Fund
New Delhi, April 5 (IANS) Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal announced on Saturday that the government will provide a substantial outlay for deeptech startups from the Rs 10,000 crore Fund of Funds scheme.
Bringing air taxis to India key goal towards Viksit Bharat: Sarla Aviation CEO
New Delhi, April 5 (IANS) Aerospace startup Sarla Aviation. which recently unveiled the country’s first flying taxi prototype called ‘Shunya’ earlier this year, is aiming to soon start commercial operations.
Health & Travel
Ayushman Bharat scheme to be launched in Delhi today
New Delhi, April 5 (IANS) The much-anticipated Ayushman Bharat Pradhan Mantri Jan Arogya Yojana (AB-PMJAY) is set to be officially launched in Delhi on Saturday, marking a significant step towards expanding healthcare access for the city's most vulnerable populations.
Vijaya Diagnostic shares slip further amid broader market correction
New Delhi, April 4 (IANS) Vijaya Diagnostic Centre Limited’s stock came under pressure on Friday as part of the broader market correction, ending the day lower by Rs 26.15 apiece or 2.7 per cent at Rs 944.55 on the National Stock Exchange (NSE).
Direct impact of US tariffs on Indian sectors will largely be neutral: Report
New Delhi, April 4 (IANS) The expected direct impact of US reciprocal tariffs would vary in nature for the sectors in India, with no impact on pharmaceuticals since they are exempt from reciprocal tariffs for now, a report said on Friday.