Chennai: The Poonamallee-Vadapalani stretch of Chennai Metro Rail Phase-II has been inaugurated, marking a significant step towards improving public transportation and connectivity in the city. The newly inaugurated corridor is expected to make daily commuting faster and more convenient while strengthening connectivity between Chennai’s rapidly developing western suburbs and the city centre. A major highlight Read More…
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Free bus travel scheme benefits 5.9 crore women; men gain from fare cuts
Chennai: The expanded ‘Vettri Payanam’ free bus travel scheme for women has benefited around 5.9 crore passengers since its launch on October 2, an official said on Thursday. Around 88 lakh women benefited from the scheme on a single day on October 7, he said. Male commuters have also benefited from fare reductions introduced on Read More…
PM Modi shares Manohar Lal Khattar’s article on India’s development
New Delhi: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday shared an article by Union Minister Manohar Lal Khattar highlighting the acceleration of India’s development over the past 25 years. Khattar said the period has strengthened the country’s foundations across digital technology, infrastructure, manufacturing and social welfare, paving the way for the next phase of growth and Read More…
Thrissur farmer grows saffron on rooftop using controlled environment technology
Thrissur: Saffron, one of the world’s most expensive spices, is traditionally associated with the cool climate of Kashmir. But James, a resident of Puthur in Thrissur, is experimenting with growing the spice in Kerala by using technology to overcome the state’s warm and humid climate. James has set up a soil-free saffron cultivation system on Read More…
Piyush Goyal meets US business leaders, seeks investment in India
Washington: Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal on Monday met leading US business executives and discussed opportunities to strengthen partnerships and attract investments to India. Goyal held meetings in New York with Jonathan Gray, President and COO of Blackstone; George Walker, Chairman and CEO of Neuberger Berman; and Stéphane de La Faverie, President and CEO of The Read More…
Green Energy Corridor to boost India’s renewable energy capacity: UN climate chief
New Delhi: The Green Energy Corridor Phase-III (GEC-III) scheme will help India utilise its rapidly expanding renewable energy capacity and deliver economic and social benefits, UN climate chief Simon Stiell said on Thursday. The Union Cabinet approved the GEC-III scheme on Wednesday. The initiative aims to develop an intra-state transmission network equipped with battery storage Read More…
BJD to Launch Month-Long Statewide Marches Against Amended Mining Law
The Biju Janata Dal (BJD) will begin a month-long statewide campaign on October 2 demanding the withdrawal of the recently amended mining law passed by Parliament. BJD president Naveen Patnaik will launch the campaign in Bhubaneswar on October 2. As part of the Jana Samparka Padayatra, party leaders will travel across Odisha and meet people Read More…
PM Modi Pays Tribute to Lata Mangeshkar and Bhagat Singh on Their Birth Anniversaries
New Delhi: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday paid tribute to legendary singer Lata Mangeshkar and freedom fighter Shaheed Bhagat Singh on their birth anniversaries, recalling their contributions to the nation. Remembering Lata Mangeshkar, popularly known as Lata Didi, Modi said her exceptional singing talent brought recognition and glory to India across the world. He Read More…
Centre Launches National Digital Tourism Stack to Transform Travel Services
The Centre has launched an initiative to create a national digital public infrastructure for the tourism sector, aimed at bringing travel-related products and services onto a common digital platform. The Ministry of Tourism has partnered with the Open Network for Digital Commerce (ONDC) to develop the National Digital Tourism Stack, officials said. The initiative seeks Read More…
Advanced Technical Analysis Workshop to be held in Thrissur on October 2
Thrissur: Sharewealth Investor Learning will organise an Advanced Technical Analysis Workshop on October 2 at Planet Ashoka, Thrissur. The one-day workshop will feature sessions on Wave Theory, AI in Finance, and Point & Figure Charts, offering participants an opportunity to explore different approaches to understanding financial markets. Author and CMT Ashish Kyal will lead the Read More…