economic development

Imphal, March 23 Manipur Chief Minister Yumnam Khemchand Singh on Monday emphasized the state government's commitment to a farmer-centric and self-reliant agricultural sector.Speaking at the concluding ceremony of the 'Agrivision Agri-Youth Parliament 2026' at the Central Agricultural...

A strategic partnership meeting between India and Africa was held on the third day of the 2026 Bharat Electricity Summit in New Delhi. The meeting was chaired by Minister for Power, Manohar Lal.Other attendees included Minister of State for Power and New and Renewable Energy, Shripad Naik...

Bhopal, March 21 – The Madhya Pradesh government announced on Saturday that it would soon begin implementing the ‘AI Mission’ within the governance system to make the administrative system more effective and ensure development within the state.The implementation will be carried out in multiple...

Civil Aviation Minister K. Ram Mohan Naidu stated that Andhra Pradesh is steadily establishing itself as a global destination by transforming its regional disadvantages into strengths, particularly in Northern Andhra.He was speaking at the CII Swarna Andhra Pradesh Conference held in...

Lucknow (UP), March 21 Highlighting the importance of environmental conservation, Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath said on Saturday that forests are the foundation of life and a vital component of nature's balance.Inaugurating the ‘Aranya Samagam’, a national dialogue on the theme...

The Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade held the 110th meeting of the Network Planning Group in New Delhi to assess infrastructure projects. The meeting focused on improving multi-modal connectivity and logistical efficiency in line with the PM GatiShakti National Master...

A CEO Roundtable on Power Distribution was held today as part of the ongoing Bharat Electricity Summit 2026, based on the draft National Electricity Policy. The roundtable focused on the reforms needed to strengthen the distribution segment and ensure the financial sustainability of DISCOMs, in...

Itanagar, March 20 The Namsai district in Arunachal Pradesh has secured the top rank in the "financial inclusion and skill development" sector under the Aspirational Districts Programme of NITI Aayog, and has been awarded ₹3 crore in recognition of this achievement, Deputy Chief Minister Chowna...

New Delhi, March 20 – Economic fragility in Pakistan has reached a critical stage following the US-Israel war with Iran, due to the drastic increase in oil prices and the widening trade gap, according to a report by a Pakistani media outlet.In terms of per capita income, economic growth rate...

Nagpur, March 20 A farmer in Maharashtra, who once could not afford to buy clothes but gradually built a poultry business empire with an annual turnover of crores, has been invited to share his insights as an agri-entrepreneur at the University of Oxford.Ravindra Manikrao Metkar, 57, from...

Nagpur, March 19 A farmer in Maharashtra, who once could not afford to buy clothes but gradually built an empire of poultry business that now has an annual turnover running into crores, has received an invitation to share his insights as an agri-entrepreneur at the University of Oxford...

Gandhinagar, March 19 GIFT City now competes directly with financial hubs like Singapore, Dubai, London, and New York, and has become a center for realizing the dreams of millions of young people in India, said Gujarat Deputy Chief Minister Harsh Sanghavi on Thursday.The success of Gujarat...

Aizawl, March 19 The Mizoram government will construct a cable car at Vantawng Falls near the Thenzawl town in the Serchhip district to improve tourism infrastructure in the state, an official said on Thursday.The project, which will allow tourists to enjoy a panoramic view of Mizoram's...

New Delhi, March 19 The government is firmly working towards bridging the gap between tribal producers and the market, Ranjana Chopra, Secretary of the Ministry of Tribal Affairs, said on Wednesday while inaugurating the 10-day Bharat Tribes Fest 2026 at Sundar Nursery here.The festival is...

Patna, March 19 The Bihar government is committed to creating a globally competitive and investor-friendly environment through progressive policies, strong infrastructure development, and strategic initiatives, an official said.During a webinar organized in collaboration with Invest India and...

New Delhi, March 18 In order to boost manufacturing, the government on Wednesday approved a Rs 33,660 crore Bharat Industrial Development Project (BHAVYA) to develop 100 plug-and-play industrial parks across the country.The scheme aims to develop world-class industrial infrastructure, unlock...

Dhaka, March 18 – Bangladesh’s Prime Minister Tariq Rahman faces a daunting task in guiding the nation towards stability and ushering in a new golden era, while also keeping extremist elements in check and preserving the party's hard-earned credibility.The BNP pledged in its election manifesto...

Jaipur, March 18 Rajasthan Chief Minister Bhajanlal Sharma said on Wednesday that industries and investments are key drivers of economic prosperity, and urged entrepreneurs to take advantage of opportunities in the state to contribute to its development.Addressing an entrepreneurs' dialogue...

The Union Cabinet approved the Bharat Industrial Development Scheme (BHAVYA) to develop 100 plug-and-play industrial parks with an allocation of ₹33,660 crore. Speaking to the media in New Delhi after the cabinet meeting, Information and Broadcasting Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw said that the...

Jaipur, March 18 – Rajasthan Chief Minister Bhajanlal Sharma launched a sharp attack on the Congress on Wednesday over the gas shortage issue, questioning whether the problem was being unfairly politicized."I find it surprising that when Congress members raise this issue, they reduce it to...