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Chhattisgarh aims to double its GDP to Rs 10 lakh crore in 5 years, focusing on industrial growth, infrastructure development, and creating a skilled workforce. The state is targeting a 14% growth...

West Bengal's economy has grown significantly in the last 13 years, driven by fiscal discipline and increased investment. The state's GSDP has reached Rs 18,15,010 crore and is projected to grow by...

India's labour ministry is seeking approval for a pension scheme for gig workers engaged with online platforms. The scheme will require contributions from their earnings on every transaction.

Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman discusses the 2025 Indian budget, focusing on tax cuts, growth projections, and the impact on the middle class. Read the full interview transcript.

Union Labour Minister Mandaviya hails the Budget's allocation for labour welfare, calling the social security scheme for gig workers a transformative step. The government plans to provide identity...

Finance Minister Sitharaman defends India's fiscal record, citing commitment to debt reduction despite Moody's maintaining its rating.

India's rural and urban consumption inequality decreased during August 2023-July 2024, according to the latest Household Consumption Expenditure Survey. The Gini coefficient, a measure of...

India's government introduces new Post Office Act regulations, focusing on citizen services, employment generation, and digital initiatives. Learn more about the key changes and their impact.

India's government invites platform aggregators to register their gig workers on the e-Shram portal, enabling access to social security benefits like UAN. This initiative aims to ensure full...

A report highlights higher welfare spending in Maharashtra may lead to a fiscal deficit exceeding the target and a reduction in capital expenditure in FY25.

Congress slams Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman for questioning their poll promises, accusing her of overseeing record unemployment and price rise. The party defends their 'Nyay Patra'...

Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman questions the feasibility of Rahul Gandhi's 'Khata Khat' schemes, highlighting their fiscal implications and comparing India's debt management to other nations.

UIDAI clarifies that no Aadhaar numbers have been cancelled, despite claims by West Bengal CM Mamata Banerjee. The authority urges those with grievances to contact them.

The Congress-led UDF opposition in Kerala raised concerns over the state's budget, questioning the 'sunrise' economy claim while highlighting thousands of crores in welfare arrears. The finance...

BLS E-Services has fixed the price band for its Rs 310.90 crore IPO at Rs 129-135 per share. The IPO opens on January 30 and closes on February 1. Investors can bid for a minimum of 108 equity...

Annapurna Swadisht, an FMCG firm, is hopeful of a significant rural demand recovery in the first quarter of FY25 due to factors like government infrastructure push and improved farm income.