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Gurugram AI startup Brekfuz raises $525,000 in funding, valued at $7.5 millionFounded by Arhan Singhal (18), an artificial intelligence student at the University of Pennsylvania, and Sarthak Ahuja (19), a computer sci...
VB-G RAM G Act to come into force from July 1; Centre says all ready for rolloutA new Viksit Bharat -- Guarantee for Rozgar and Ajeevika Mission (Gramin) Act, 2025, offering 125 days of wage employment, launches July 1....
Below-normal monsoon won't derail rural demand, says Nomura's Mihir ShahDespite fears of a weaker monsoon, Nomura's Mihir Shah anticipates muted impact on rural demand due to healthy reservoir levels and improve...
Water crisis ahead? PL Capital says water deficit creates Rs 20 lakh cr infra opportunity, picks 3 stocksIndia's widening water deficit could create an infrastructure investment opportunity worth over Rs 20 lakh crore over the next decade, acco...
Darjeeling tea industry seeks Centre's support amid deepening financial stressDarjeeling's famed tea industry is facing severe financial strain due to aging bushes, climate woes, and labor shortages, leading to a sign...
Delayed monsoon may weigh on auto demand, but long-term outlook stays strong: Aditya ShahA delayed monsoon poses a temporary challenge to rural auto demand, particularly for tractors and two-wheelers, but the sector's long-term ...
Bengaluru-Mangaluru four-track rail corridor under consideration: V SomannaUnion Minister V. Somanna announced plans for a four-track railway line between Bengaluru and Mangaluru, alongside similar corridors for ci...
Most criminals have fled to Nepal, claims Bihar CM Samrat ChoudharySpeaking at the inaugural programme of 'Panchayat Vikas Diwas' at Tetiya Gram Panchayat in Munger district, Choudhary said the state govern...
Shivraj Singh Chouhan seeks inputs from states to push fresh rural reformsRural Development Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan urged states to propose new reforms and effectively implement existing schemes to boost vi...
Female entrepreneurs to drive deeper digital finance adoption says DBS Bank study, finds 84% already use payment toolsDigital tools are becoming "increasingly integral to business management" for female entrepreneurs in India, supporting everything from pay...
Female entrepreneurs to drive deeper digital finance adoption says DBS Bank study, finds 84% already use payment toolsDigital tools are becoming "increasingly integral to business management" for female entrepreneurs in India, supporting everything from pay...
India well-poised for rapid growth despite risks from West Asia war and El Nino: ITCDespite facing geopolitical instability and weather-related challenges, India's economy is expected to grow robustly at 6.9% in FY27. This ...
RBI opens term money market to AIFIs, housing finance companiesThe Reserve Bank of India has opened the term money market to All India Financial Institutions and housing finance companies, allowing them...
ADB approves USD 42.2 mln loan to boost bamboo industry in northeast regionThe Asian Development Bank has approved a $42.2 million facility to boost India's northeastern bamboo industry. This initiative aims to enh...
Govt holds inter-ministerial meet to operationalise G RAM G Act convergence framework ahead of July 1 rolloutA crucial inter-ministerial meeting was held to finalize the convergence framework for the Viksit Bharat - Guarantee for Rozgar and Ajeevik...
K2 Infra bags Rs 390.91 crore Telangana road projectK2 Infra Limited has bagged a significant Rs 390.91 crore road project from the Telangana government. This initiative focuses on enhancing ...
Modi releases PM-Kisan instalment for 9.44 crore farmers, launches world's largest crop insurance scheme in BengalPrime Minister Narendra Modi disbursed over Rs 18,880 crore to 9.44 crore farmers under the PM-KISAN scheme. He also launched the Pradhan M...
Centre to deploy over 100 officers for VB-G RAM G rollout from July 1Over 100 area officers are being deployed nationwide to aid states and Union Territories in implementing the VB-G RAM G Act from July 1. Th...
Govt targets 69% jump in FY27 rural road constructionIndia plans to construct 26,474 kilometers of rural roads this financial year. This target marks a significant 69% increase in road buildin...
Rs 18,907 crore earmarked to build 26,474 kilometres of rural roads: GovtThe Central government plans to build 26,474 kilometers of rural roads by 2026-27. A budget of Rs 18,907 crore is allocated for this under ...