Andhra Pradesh govt signs MoU with NMDC for supply of iron ore to Kadapa steel plant
The Andhra Pradesh government on Wednesday signed a memorandum of understanding with the National Mineral Development Corporation for supply of iron ore to the proposed integrated steel plant in Kadapa…
Indian pharma sector expected to grow at 10-12% during FY19-22, outlook stable: ICRA
Ratings agency Icra on Wednesday said the Indian pharmaceutical industry is expected to grow around 10-12 percent between FY2019 and FY2022 while maintaining a stable outlook on the sector. Icra…
Amazon India begins pilot project to buy directly from farmers: Report
Amazon Retail India has begun a pilot programme to source fresh fruits and vegetables directly from farmers as part of its farm-to-fork initiative, The Economic Times reported. Amazon India is…
Cotton research bodies in India, Uganda to develop new seed variety
The Cotton Development and Research Association (CDRA) of Southern India Mills’ Association has signed an agreement with Cotton Development Organisation and National Agricultural Research Organisation of Uganda to develop a…
Coal demand to remain stable amid climate concerns: IEA
The demand for coal will remain steady over the next four years due to demand from Asia, which comes despite fears of the climate crisis, the International Energy Agency (IEA)…
Government tapping corporates to spur investment, boost economy: Report
The government has approached 25 large corporate houses to ascertain their investment and expansion plans and address pain points in order to boost economic activity and investments, The Times of…
Centre sanctions Rs 2,228crore as compensation against pending GST arrears to Punjab
The Centre has sanctioned the release of Rs 2,228 crore as grant-in-aid for Punjab against pending GST arrears of the state government since August. The amount is aimed at compensating…
India well poised to attract investments that move out of China: Piyush Goyal
Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal said the country is well poised to attract investments that wish to move out of China. Speaking at the India Economic Conclave 2019, he…
‘India on ‘wait and watch’ mode, as not all is lost on the economy front’
The Indian economy is feeling the chill because of the slowdown and significant downside risks are looming from all quarters. Economic activity has been losing momentum for over five quarters…
Nitin Gadkari approves changes in Interest Subvention Scheme for MSMEs
Union Minister Nitin Gadkari on December 16 approved changes in the Interest Subvention Scheme guidelines for micro, small and medium enterprises, and said the modifications are expected to boost their…