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More than 57% of gig workers experience stress during instant deliveries

Around 56.5 per cent of gig workers believe that 60-minute deliveries allow them to earn more profit while completing more orders without the pressure of constant urgency

Raising money as important as managing debt: FM Nirmala Sitharaman

FM says, when it comes to finances of the country there can be no politics

FM Sitharaman to launch NITI-NCAER portal on state finances on April 1

The NITI NCAER States Economic Forum portal aims to enhance data accessibility and provide valuable insights into India's economic landscape at the state level

India may gain as US imposes fresh tariffs on China, others: NITI Aayog

Apart from the additional tariffs that have been imposed on Mexico, China and Canada by the US, these countries account for 50 per cent of the US's total imports, which stands at over $3 trillion

Absolute poverty virtually eliminated, says Niti Aayog's Arvind Virmani

Share of those falling under the 'vulnerable' category has dropped to 15 per cent from over 50 per cent 12 years ago

Absolute poverty almost eliminated from India: NITI Aayog member

Vulnerability will be eliminated in seven years

India must prepare for greater responsibilities: NITI Aayog's Suman Bery

Echoing a growing sentiment from the top echelons of the government, Bery expressed disappointment over India Inc's reluctance to invest substantially in the economy

Quantum technology has risks of strategic blind spots: NITI Aayog

NITI Aayog announced the launch of Frontier Tech Hub which will accelerate India's transition into a frontier tech nation

India needs multi-pronged approach to tap quantum potential: NITI paper

India needs to look at a multi-pronged approach to ensure national security in the quantum computing era as well as have bilateral partnerships for rapid adoption of emerging technologies, according to a NITI Aayog research paper released on Wednesday. The NITI Frontier Tech Hub (NITI-FTH) in partnership with Data Security Council of India released the paper on the rapid evolution of quantum computing, its implications on national security and what is needed for India to get ahead of the curve to shape its trajectory. NITI Aayog CEO B V R Subrahmanyam released the paper. The paper said a strategic framework is essential to navigate the opportunities and threats posed by quantum computing. "A proactive, multi-pronged approach will ensure national security remains resilient in the quantum era," it said and called for establishing bilateral partnerships for rapid adoption, especially the modalities that offer scalability. The NITI-FTH has been established as a Frontier Tech Action Tan

NITI Aayog plans policy for medium-size firms to aid their growth

Nageswaran said MSMEs should shed their fear of growth and transform across scales - from micro to small, from small to medium, and from medium to large enterprises

Agriculture was, is and will remain India’s strength: Niti Aayog’s Ramesh Chand

Agriculture was, is and will remain India’s strength: Niti Aayog’s Ramesh Chand

India an 'agri tiger' with untapped potential, says Niti Aayog's Suman Bery

India an 'agri tiger' with untapped potential, says Niti Aayog's Suman Bery

Jobs, agri, women, and tech: NITI's Bery outlines 4-pronged growth plan

The vice chairman added that a major challenge in the way of this endeavour is that manufacturing is becoming increasingly capital intensive

Agriculture remains India's strength, but what about farmer? Experts debate

BS Manthan: Experts discussed the future of agriculture in India and whether the sector remains profitable for its participants, especially small farmers

India's agri, labour reforms key to growth amid global shifts: Suman Bery

Niti Aayog's Suman Bery highlighted the need for agricultural reforms, labour formalisation, and increased women workforce participation to sustain India's growth amid shifting global dynamics

BS Manthan: Niti Aayog's Suman Bery to speak on fiscal problems, SDG goals

Suman Bery's session at BS Manthan in New Delhi promises to offer valuable insights into how India can institutionalise Sustainable Development Goals at the grassroot level while addressing challenges

Is agriculture India's strength or weakness? Panel to debate at BS Manthan

At the second edition of BS Manthan, Business Standard's annual flagship summit, experts will debate whether agriculture is India's strength or weakness now

Govt plans National Green Financing Institution to meet climate goals: NITI

The government is working to set up a National Green Financing Institution to support its net-zero target by 2070, as current finance flows for climate initiatives remain much lower than the desired levels, NITI Aayog has said. "A dedicated National Green Financing Institution may be envisaged to bridge the huge gap," the Aayog said in its annual report 2024-25. It added that the primary purpose of the institution will be to aggregate green capital from different sources and lower the cost of capital. NITI Aayog said it is examining structuring mechanisms for operationalising a potential National Green Financing Institution, including a bank modelled on NaBFID/NABARD, repurposing existing institutions like IREDA; Climate Fund in GIFT city, Green InvIT, etc. (non-exhaustive) along with analysing best practices from Green Banks around the world. As part of its climate commitments or Nationally Determined Contributions (NDCs) submitted to the United Nations Framework Convention on ...

NITI Aayog forms panel to create a roadmap for transforming AIIMS

Government think tank NITI Aayog has formed a committee to create a roadmap aimed at transforming AIIMS, New Delhi, into a premier institution for medical research and practice. The mandate of committee led by NITI Aayog member V K Paul involves thoroughly examining the existing systems and processes at AIIMS and proposing significant reforms along with specific timelines for their implementation, the Aayog said in its annual report 2024-25. The Terms of Reference include identifying ways to streamline patient inflow, developing Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) to ensure optimal clinical, academic, and research outcomes, enhancing governance and transparency, and recommending strategies for financial prudence, sustainability, and self-sufficiency in managing AIIMS. The report also said that NITI Aayog, in partnership with CSEP Research foundation has attempted to examine the experiences of various countries that have adopted strategies for achieving Universal Health Coverage (UHC)

Centre extends tenure of NITI Aayog CEO Subrahmanyam by one year

The Centre has extended the tenure of NITI Aayog Chief Executive Officer (CEO) B V R Subrahmanyam by one year, according to a Personnel Ministry order. Subrahmanyam, a 1987-batch retired Indian Administrative Service (IAS) officer of Chhattisgarh cadre, was in February 2023 appointed to the post for a period of two years. The Appointments Committee of the Cabinet has approved extension in Subrahmanyam's tenure as NITI Aayog CEO for a period of one year beyond February 24, 2025, the order said.