In talks with industry players for development of economically viable electric highways: Nitin Gadkari
Union minister Nitin Gadkari on Wednesday said he is in discussion with industry players on development of economically viable electric highways. The minister for road transport and highways highlighted the need to develop import substitute cost-effective, pollution-free and indigenous technology , asserting that sustainable development is the ultimate goal. Key Points
Economic Times44% Canadians belive there is too much immigration to the country: Survey
A survey conducted in Canada highlighted that 44 percent of Canadians believed that “there is too much immigration to Canada". This number is 17 per cent higher than 2022. Key Points
India TodayWomen's Day celebrations must include men too in future: Karnataka CM
The Karnataka CM emphasized the need for men to be aware of the importance of a prenatal relationship with their mothers. He highlighted that this relationship is sacred and is the continuation of mankind. Key Points
India TodaySophie Turner shares Instagram video for the first time after divorce from Joe Jonas
In the video, Sophie Turner emphasized the need to transition to renewable energy and highlighted the Positive Power Plan as a viable solution. As a #PositivePowerPartner, she urged her followers to join her in encouraging government and industry decision-makers to support environmentally sustainable practices. Key Points
Economic TimesHamas attack is a big learning lesson for anti-terror agencies, warns NSG Chief
Director General of the National Security Guard (NSG), MA Ganapathy, emphasized the need to carefully examine these attacks and the importance of a framework for crisis management at the national level. He also highlighted the significance of combining human expertise with weaponry and the need for constant training and upgrading of personnel. Key Points
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World Bank notes jobless development in South Asia, calls for more reforms to increase employment ratios
The share of the employed working-age population has been declining since 2000 and is low, it said. In 2023, the employment ratio for South Asia was 59%, compared to 70% in other emerging market and developing economy regions. Key Points
Business TodayFM Sitharaman asks PSBs to push deposit drive by taking 'concerted efforts' following RBI's consistent war
Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman chaired a meeting in Delhi to review Public Sector Banks' performance. Discussions included areas like Deposit Mobilisation, Digital Payments, Cyber Security, and Access to Credit under Financial Inclusion. Sitharaman urged banks to focus on efficient customer service, rural outreach, and increasing credit flow for initiatives like PM Surya Ghar Muft Bijli Yojana. Collaboration against fraud and cyber risks was also emphasized, along with implementing new credit assessment models for MSMEs. Key Points
Economic TimesET Awards 2023: India’s best no longer feel compelled to look beyond our borders, says Satyan Gajwani
Satyan Gajwani, vice chairman, Times Internet, spoke about the remarkable growth of Indias stock markets, showcasing a news report from ET in 1998 quoting a survey result of 3,000 households that preferred selling their stocks rather than buying them. He highlighted Indias burgeoning startup ecosystem, which has persuaded talent to stay in the country. “And most of all, the best and brightest of India no longer feel compelled to look beyond our borders for professional growth, seeing the potential to make a real impact here at home.” Key Points
Economic Times'They all call us BJP’s B-team, but…': Asaduddin Owaisi says AIMIM ‘didn’t raise a single penny’ from electoral bonds
Hyderabad MP Asaduddin Owaisi highlighted AIMIM's absence from electoral bond recipient list. Opposition demands Supreme Court probe against BJP after Election Commission data shows BJP received over ₹6060 crore. Key Points
mintSitharaman pitches for strengthening of MDBs to address trans boundary challenges
India's Finance Minister, Nirmala Sitharaman, highlighted the need to strengthen multilateral development banks (MDBs) such as the World Bank and the Asian Development Bank to address trans-boundary challenges during the Group of Seven (G7) meeting of finance ministers and central bank governors. Sitharaman also stressed the importance of sustainable growth, balancing sustainability and economic goals in the short and long run, and investing in technology and digital public infrastructure to achieve inclusive growth. Key Points
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