BRICS nations agree on deeper ties to boost MSME ecosystem
New Delhi, June 21 (IANS) The BRICS nations agreed to deepen cooperation, drive innovation, and build a stronger, more sustainable, and future-ready MSME ecosystem at the meeting hosted by India at Agra over the weekend, according to an official…
Pakistan slashes climate spending despite rising vulnerability to extreme weather
New Delhi , June 20 (IANS) Despite mounting evidence that Pakistan is among the countries most vulnerable to climate change, the federal government has sharply reduced climate-related development spending in its budget for FY2026-27, even as neighboring…
ED auctions Rs 159-cr worth Heera Group assets to repay defrauded investors
Hyderabad, June 20 (IANS) The Enforcement Directorate (ED) has auctioned as many as 23 immovable properties worth approximately Rs 159 crore linked to alleged financial fraud accused Nowhera Shaik, the Heera Group of Companies, and associated entities,…
8th Pay Commission: Employee unions urge higher basic pay, fitment factor
New Delhi, June 20 (IANS) The Eighth Central Pay Commission has completed the memorandum submission phase, on June 15, and it is set to examine demands from central government employees and pensioners ahead of its final recommendations. The commission,…
India diversifies LPG imports amid West Asia conflict, OMCs absorb nearly Rs 22,000 crore losses
New Delhi, June 20 (IANS) India diversified its liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) imports during the recent West Asia conflict, significantly increasing purchases from the United States, Iran and several other countries to reduce its dependence on the Gulf…
RVNL bags Rs 2,977 crore NMDC contract for 10 MTPA logistics facility at Vizag
New Delhi, June 20 (IANS) Rail Vikas Nigam Limited (RVNL) on Saturday announced that it has secured a major infrastructure contract worth Rs 2,977 crore from state-owned mining company NMDC for the development of a buffer stockyard and blending facility…
BFSI thematic funds lead May returns as SIP flows favour large caps: Report
Mumbai, June 20 (IANS) Banking, financial services and insurance (BFSI) thematic funds led the investment universe in May, returning 5.5 per cent and attracted Rs. 1,013 crore in inflows due to prevalence of large cap stocks, a report said on Saturday.…
Northeast region now home to global landmarks: FM Sitharaman
New Delhi, June 20 (IANS) Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman said on Saturday that the northeastern region is now home to global landmarks, showcasing sustainable and inclusive development. In a post on X, FM Sitharaman said ‘Ashta Lakshmi’…
India clocks strong double-digit growth in global cellular IoT module market
New Delhi, June 20 (IANS) The global cellular IoT module market is expected to maintain steady growth in 2026, after growing 4 per cent (year-on-year) in Q1 2026 — with India clocking robust double-digit growth, according to a new report. India…
India’s office REITs penetration to rise to 30 pc by 2030: Report
New Delhi, June 19 (IANS) Real estate investment trusts and infrastructure investment trusts in India have expanded rapidly over nearly six years and could see office REIT and industrial & warehousing InvIT penetration touch 30 per cent and 10 per…