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More items to be included in list of banned defence imports: Rajnath Singh

The Atmanirbharta Saptah (self-reliance week) will be a witness to initiatives pertaining to modernisation & up-gradation of facilities by DPSUs & OFB

DGTR for anti-dumping duty on Chinese chemical to avert cheap imports

The commerce ministry's investigation arm DGTR has recommended imposition of provisional anti-dumping duty on 'PET resin' chemical from China to guard domestic players from cheap imports.

Govt to unveil more steps to attract investment in defence sector: Rajnath

The defence minister's comments came after he unveiled new infrastructure and facilities in a number of leading state-run defence majors to enhance their production lines and capabilities

FM launches NIP online dashboard for info on infra projects across India

In the Budget speech of 2019-2020, Sitharaman had announced an outlay of Rs 100 trillion for infrastructure projects over the next 5 years

Rs 3 trn loans to retail, small firms most stressed due to Covid-19: Report

It estimated the debt at risk loans at risk of slipping into NPAs this fiscal unless restructured by banks at a "sizeable" Rs 3 trillion

Rs 10,000 cr transshipment port at Great Nicobar Island on cards: PM

The 2,312-kilometer-long submarine optical fibre cable from Chennai to Andaman and Nicobar Islands, laid at a cost of Rs 1,224 crore, will provide "better and cheaper connectivity", he said

Work underway to provide mobile services in border villages of J&K: Prasad

Work is underway on a Rs 337 crore project to provide mobile services in 354 uncovered villages in remote and border areas of the country, Ravi Shankar Prasad said on Monday.

Goyal slams those decrying promotion of domestic industry under Atmanirbhar

Minister calls for "fair and reciprocal" approach to Indian goods, business among equals; is surprised at criticism of govt for trying to provide level-playing field to Indian enterprises

Govt to promote manufacturing of certain products to push exports: Gadkari

The government aims to attract foreign investments in pre-identified areas, promote joint ventures and support local businesses to expand India's share of global markets

India Inc recovery likely to be prolonged due to Covid-19 lockdowns: ICRA

The economic activity started to recover from the troughs experienced in April when the lockdown was at its severest and many sectors seem to be adjusting to a new normal

Weekly economic indicators point to a stagnating recovery in activity

Mobility, emission indicators show decline over previous week

Former PM Manmohan Singh lists three steps to stem India's economic crisis

From ensuring livelihoods are protected to making adequate capital available for businesses, here's what the former Prime Minister advises

Invoking self-reliant India, govt bans import of 101 defence items

Modi endorsed the new import embargoes from his own Twitter account

Statsguru: Is NEP 2020 a solution to India's core problems with education?

The National Statistical Office's 2017-18 report on education shows that less than 50% students get education for free after Class 8

PM Narendra Modi launches Rs 1-trillion fund for agri infrastructure

Modi said on Sunday that the country does not face problems in farm production but in post-harvest losses

New defence measures a game changer for indigenous firms: India Inc

Chief executive officers (CEOs) of defence companies said if the plan is implemented well, this will help India become a net exporter

A toothless body or voice of weavers? Why the handloom board came apart

With the body abolished, the voice of the weaver fades

Book now, cancel last minute: Hotels look to beat Covid-19, reinvent biz

Hospitality may take three years to revive, say hotel chains

M&As to pick up once moratorium ends, loan recast takes off, say bankers

Several airlines, hotels, travel firms are likely to move their applications for one-time restructuring once moratorium ends. These companies will look at selling assets of stakes

TRAI decision on priority plans within 2 weeks of telcos' reply: Report

TRAI expects to finalise its decision on priority plans of Vodafone Idea and Airtel within two weeks of getting detailed responses on its queries from the two telcos, according to a regulatory source