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Govt set to spend more along with pro-growth reforms: Panagariya

India's economy is on an 'upswing', Panagariya said

$31 billion lined up for 400 port projects across 7,500-km coastline: PM

PM Modi says govt is keen to promote use of renewable energy in maritime sector, is on course to install solar and wind-based power systems at all major ports

Govt will act against officials involved in illegal hiring: Arunachal CM

Arunachal Pradesh Chief Minister Pema Khandu on Tuesday said the government will take appropriate action against officials involved in the alleged illegal appointment in the Education department.

Feb exports dip 0.25% after rising three months due to uncertainties abroad

Exporters also cite container shortage; imports continue to rise due to revival in domestic economy and high commodity prices

Kejriwal-led Delhi Cabinet approves child welfare schemes worth Rs 185 cr

Chaired by Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal, the cabinet released funds for several schemes, including scholarships for minority communities and the ''Ladli scheme''

Gadkari asks automakers to build indigenous flex engine vehicles

Gadkari on Tuesday asked automakers to build flex-engine vehicles for using alternative fuel

Spectrum auction: Telcos place bids worth Rs 77,815 cr; Jio biggest buyer

About one-third of the spectrum being auctioned is in the 700 MHz band, which was completely unsold during the 2016 auctions

India's fuel demand to rebound in 2021-22 with 10% growth

A reflating economy will drive petrol and diesel demand, according to Oil Ministry's projections

Haryana Guv nod to Bill providing 75% quota to locals in pvt sector jobs

The quota will initially apply for 10 years

Karnataka govt, Nasscom launch ER&D policy to foster innovation in state

50% rent reimbursement, recruitment assistance and investmengt subsidy on anvil for MNCs looking to establish new R&D facilities or expand existing ones

Tough eligibility may limit benefits to large cos under PLI for auto sector

The government will soon come out with detailed scheme to offer production linked incentive (PLI) to automobile and auto components industry

February imports rise 7% at $40.55 bn; trade deficit widens to $12.88 bn

India's exports marginally declined 0.25 per cent to $27.67 billion in February

India to begin 23 waterways by 2030, says PM Modi

Inviting the world to come to India and be a part of the country's growth trajectory, Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday announced that India aims to operationalise 23 waterways by 2030.

Delhi Assembly Budget session from March 8; health, education to be focus

The session will end on March 16

Top headlines: Cayman grey tag may hurt FPI, Telcos bid in spectrum auction

India's market regulator suggested a "dual approval" process for the appointment and removal of independent directors. Read top stories with Business Standard

From GST collection to car sales, macro data signals steady recovery

GST mop-up rises 7% to Rs 1.13 trn in Feb; Manufacturing PMI eases slightly to 57.5

Economy reviving, but renewed surge of Covid-19 infections poses risk: RBI

Apex bank's report notes lack of private investment; broader measures of liquidity reflect easing of monetary and financial conditions

Spectrum auction: Telcos place bids worth Rs 77,000 crore on Day 1

Revenue garnered from 4G auction may be much lower than reserve price set at Rs 3.92 trillion

GST collections cross Rs 1 trillion for fifth consecutive month in Feb

The government attributed the robust mop-up to closer monitoring against fake billing, deep data analytics using data from multiple sources

Mumbai 'cyberattack' puts focus on the need for greater security

India Inc leaders said they are taking sufficient action and investing in technology to prevent such attacks, especially since work-from-home became a norm