Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman expressed confidence on Wednesday that India will become the world’s third biggest economy, valued more than $5 trillion by 2027-28, and a developed nation by 2047, with a GDP of $30 trillion. India has a GDP of around $3.4 trillion and is now the world’s fifth largest economy, trailing only the … Read more
Dr. Jitendra Singh, Union Minister of State for Science & Technology, highlighted the rapid growth of India’s biotech ecosystem, with over 6500 start-ups and 75 bio-incubators set up by the Department of Biotechnology (DBT) – Biotechnology Industry Research Assistance Council (BIRAC). The BioEconomy in India has experienced a 29% surge, surpassing the $100 billion milestone … Read more
India’s steel sector has maintained its rapid expansion, playing an important role in industries such as building, infrastructure, automobiles, engineering, and defense. The country is the world’s second-largest producer of steel as of the first eight months of the current fiscal year (April – November 2023), strengthening its position as a prominent player in the … Read more
India will soon build a general consulate in Auckland, which is home to a high population of non-resident Indians in New Zealand. The Union Cabinet accepted the request to open a Consulate General of India in Auckland on Wednesday, according to an official statement. The consulate is expected to open and be fully operating within … Read more
From December 26 to December 30, the state education department and the National Council of Educational Research and Training (NCERT) will host the 50th Rashtriya Bal Vaigyanik Pradarshani (national scientific exhibition for children) at Balewadi Stadium. During the five-day event, at least 172 student teams from throughout the country will showcase their projects. “The exhibition … Read more
In a recent turn of events near Paris, a plane carrying close to 300 Indian passengers, initially detained over suspicions of human trafficking, has been cleared for departure by French authorities. The Airbus A340, en route to Nicaragua, was grounded at Vatry airport after arriving from Dubai for refueling, following an anonymous tip-off suggesting potential … Read more
India has confirmed 21 cases of the newly identified JN.1 variant of the COVID-19 virus, according to VK Paul, a member of the government think tank NITI Aayog focused on health. The cases have been identified in various parts of the country, with Goa reporting 19 cases, and Maharashtra and Kerala each confirming one case. … Read more
The Government of India and the Asian Development Bank (ADB) yesterday signed agreement for availing of a $200 million loan from the Asian Development Bank (ADB), to improve the quality, efficiency, and reliability of power supply in the state of Uttarakhand. The signatories to the loan agreement for the Uttarakhand Climate Resilient Power System Development … Read more
India has been selected as pioneer lead country for International Maritime Organization (IMO) Green Voyage2050 Project, with the objective to assist developing countries in their efforts to reduce Green House Gases (GHG) emissions from ships. The Following projects were selected: Due to the global nature of international shipping having diversity of stakeholders of all nationalities … Read more
In a candid revelation, former Pakistan Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif asserted that his opposition to the Kargil plan led to his ousting from the government in 1999 by General Pervez Musharraf. Sharif, who expressed his desire for better relations with India, made these statements while addressing party aspirants for upcoming polls from the Pakistan Muslim … Read more
In a concerning revelation, the Indian government disclosed that at least 403 Indian students have lost their lives abroad since 2018, citing various reasons such as natural causes, medical complications, and accidents. The data, presented in the Rajya Sabha by Union Minister V Muraleedharan, highlights Canada as the nation with the highest number of reported … Read more
The National Council of Educational Research and Training (NCERT) makes no distinction between India and Bharat, and duty recognizes the spirit as established in our Constitution, which recognizes both, the union ministry of education informed Parliament on Wednesday. In response to a question from CPI(M) Rajya Sabha member Elamaram Kareem about the NCERT panel’s recommendation … Read more
In the high-octane world of T20 cricket, explosive batting often comes at the expense of bowlers, leading to remarkable statistics. New Zealand pacer James Fuller found himself etching his name in the record books during a quarter-final match in the Twenty20 Cup in 2012. Fuller’s over, representing English County side Gloucestershire, proved to be the … Read more
Cricket enthusiasts are in for an exciting showdown as the Indian women’s cricket team gears up to face England in a thrilling three-match T20 series at Mumbai’s iconic Wankhede Stadium, commencing on Wednesday. Here’s all you need to know about the schedule, live streaming options, and the squads involved in this highly anticipated encounter. Schedule … Read more
Gross Domestic Product (GDP) serves as a crucial measure to estimate the total value of goods and services produced by a nation within a specified period, typically a quarter or a year. In this comprehensive guide, we will explore the methods of calculating GDP, the key takeaways, and the significance of real GDP in understanding … Read more