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Clear case of discrimination: Gujarat HC on CRPF denying promotion to HIV positive staffer
"This case highlights clear instances of discrimination in the...
Govt is building a sanctions-proof supply chain for Russian oil, says Petroleum Secy
“Imports need ships which are not sanctioned, insurance which takes...
Climate action lags as COVID hits goals in developing nations
Across the world, COVID-19 has hit economic growth and tax revenue, making it harder for governments - particularly in developing nations - to meet their targets on cutting carbon emissions and adapting to climate change Across sub-Saharan Africa, rising debt...
Sitharaman invites Canadian pension funds to invest in infra projects
"FM @nsitharaman complimented Canada for housing some of the largest and most successful pension funds globally and welcomed the investments from Canada into India, including in National Monetization Pipeline #NMP and National Infrastructure Pipeline #NIP," the...
FM expects India’s digital economy to see ‘exponential rise’ to $800 bn by 2030
"At the same time, the digital economy in India is being pegged at USD 85-90 billion in the calendar year of 2020 and that will see an exponential rise to USD 800 billion by 2030. They should be reaching USD 800 billion in the backdrop of increased internet...
Aviation Ministry invites applications from drone industry for PLI scheme
The ministry had on September 16, 2021, announced a PLI scheme for drones and drone components with an allocation of Rs 120 crore spread over three financial years Aviation Minister Jyotiraditya Scindia had on September 16 last year that the Indian drone industry will...
U.S. Census undercounted Latinos, Black people and Native Americans
The analysis found the national count of 323.2 million was largely accurate Black people had a net undercount of more than 3%, while Native Americans and Native Alaskans on reservations were undercounted by more than 5%, both more than in 2010.Non-Hispanic white...
Several privatisation transactions in an advanced stage: DIPAM Secretary
Regarding the mega-IPO of LIC, Pandey said the DRHP has been filed already. ''We are watching the market conditions due to the Russia-Ukraine conflict. Hopefully, the IPO will be brought to the market soon and it will be a great opportunity for the Indian capital...
U.S. Treasury launches campaign to educate public about crypto risks
Populations that have limited access to mainstream financial services is a key group the Treasury will look to reach, Nellie Liang, Treasury undersecretary for domestic finance “We’re hearing more and more about investors and households who are purchasing crypto...
Cabinet nod to setting up WHO Global Centre for traditional medicine in India
An official release said the Centre will help position AYUSH systems across the globe, provide leadership on global health matters pertaining to traditional medicine and ensure quality, safety and efficacy, accessibility and rational use of traditional medicine New...
Biden orders government to study digital dollar, other cryptocurrency risks
Wide-ranging oversight of the cryptocurrency market, which surged past $3 trillion in November, is essential to ensure U.S. national security, financial stability and U.S. competitiveness, and stave off the growing threat of cyber crime, administration officials said...
LIC gets market regulator nod for IPO
However, bankers advising LIC had pushed the government to defer the launch of the stock offering. IPO approvals are valid for a period of 12 months from the date of final observation by the Securities and Exchange Board of India. Mumbai: India's market regulator has...