School dropout rate falls; teacher strength crosses 1 croreTeacher numbers have increased to over one crore, with women forming a majority. Pupil-teacher ratios improved across all educational stage...
07 Jul, 2026, 11.48 PM IST
Cash transfer schemes for women should be reviewed in light of inflation: PM advisory panelUnconditional cash transfer schemes for women need periodic review for adequacy. Maharashtra and Odisha programs show significant improveme...
06 Jul, 2026, 08.47 PM IST
BRICS Women's Working Group meeting begins in Kochi; focus on women-led developmentIndia is hosting a crucial BRICS Women's Working Group Meeting in Kochi, focusing on women's empowerment and development. Senior officials ...
06 Jul, 2026, 05.04 PM IST
Flipkart ranked 5th best employer by Great Place To Work; underscoring a strong people-first cultureFlipkart has secured a spot in India's Top 5 Best Companies to Work For 2026, a significant leap from its previous ranking. This recognitio...
03 Jul, 2026, 02.19 PM IST
Cut GST on smartphones below Rs 25,000 to 5%: GT Bharat-PWIF reportA new whitepaper suggests a significant GST reduction on smartphones under Rs 25,000 to 5%, while retaining 18% for pricier models. This mo...
01 Jul, 2026, 10.51 PM IST
Govt approves proposal to amend Khadi and Village Industries Commission ActThe government has approved amendments to the KVIC Act, 1956, to modernize the Khadi and Village Industries sector. These changes aim to bo...
30 Jun, 2026, 09.35 PM IST
Progcap looks to raise $45 million equity capital in FY28The fintech firm, which obtained an NBFC licence in 2022, has been witnessing very high growth in MSME lending, especially wholesalers and ...
28 Jun, 2026, 04.20 PM IST
MSME Day 2026 showcases government's vision for a tech-driven and future-ready MSME ecosystemThe event celebrated the sector's growth, highlighting government commitment to a resilient, technology-driven MSME ecosystem. New initiati...
27 Jun, 2026, 03.54 PM IST
Mind the gap: Financial products that women in India need but don’t haveIf India is serious about women-led growth, it must move beyond credit access and design finance for the agency of women.
27 Jun, 2026, 10.07 AM IST
Hyderabad Economic Forum 2026 brings together 500+ leaders at SAS ITOWER to chart the city’s next growth chapterHyderabad's economic future took center stage at the inaugural Hyderabad Economic Forum 2026, themed 'One City. One Vision. Infinite Possib...
26 Jun, 2026, 05.24 PM IST
India’s next big challenge: From welfare delivery to human developmentThe National Family Health Survey 2023-24 reveals India's success in expanding welfare delivery and essential service access, reaching near...
23 Jun, 2026, 11.38 PM IST
India has countless export-ready products. The challenge is taking them global: DP World’s Akanksha SharmaAs India accelerates its ambitions of becoming a global manufacturing and export hub, empowering MSMEs and women entrepreneurs with better ...
22 Jun, 2026, 01.50 PM IST
NCW issues advisory to States, calls for mandatory POSH audits and robust workplace safety mechanisms nationwideThe National Commission for Women has urged all states and Union Territories to strictly enforce the POSH Act, ensuring women's safety and ...
19 Jun, 2026, 03.20 PM IST
FM Nirmala Sitharaman targets Rahul Gandhi, says India's growth story belies Opposition's doom predictionsResponding to Rahul Gandhi's criticisms, Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman confidently proclaimed India as the fastest-growing major econ...
14 Jun, 2026, 07.31 PM IST
India leads consensus on future of agriculture as BRICS adopts historic Indore declarationThe declaration outlines several landmark decisions aimed at strengthening food security, farmer welfare, climate-resilient agriculture, ag...
13 Jun, 2026, 10.39 PM IST
DP World and Niti Aayog honour top 10 women entrepreneurs at “We Rise”This nationwide program supported women-led businesses with export readiness and market access, equipping them with essential skills and ne...
10 Jun, 2026, 04.06 PM IST
BRICS+ agriculture beyond borders: Trade and resilience for a food-secure worldWith India’s leadership and BRICS+ cooperation, agriculture can become not only a source of food, but a foundation for resilience, prosperi...
09 Jun, 2026, 10.49 AM IST