Exclusive

Publication

Byline

Govt approves incentive for coal gasification projects with outlay of Rs 37,500 crore

India, May 14 -- The Union Cabinet on Wednesday approved a Rs 37,500-crore incentive scheme to promote coal gasification projects, aimed at boosting clean energy production and reducing dependence on ... Read More


Stock markets snap four days of losses; end marginally higher

India, May 14 -- Benchmark equity indices Sensex and Nifty ended marginally higher on Wednesday, snapping their four-day losing streak, as elevated crude oil prices and persistent geopolitical uncerta... Read More


Rupee crashes to record 95.80 against USD

India, May 14 -- The rupee on Wednesday slipped to an all-time low of 95.80 against the US dollar, and settled at 95.67 near its record closing low level, as the cumulative strain of elevated crude pr... Read More


DRI, Customs officers to intensify vigil on gold smuggling post import duty hike

India, May 14 -- The revenue intelligence and customs officers are likely to intensify surveillance and step up vigil on international borders to check possible gold smuggling after the sharp hike in ... Read More


Withdrawal of funds to be automated: EPFO

India, May 14 -- Retirement fund body EPFO will soon automate the process for settling final provident fund withdrawal claims, fast-tracking the money transfer to the applicant's bank accounts, a top ... Read More


Urgent reforms needed in CGHS: Air India retirees trapped in a bureaucratic nightmare

India, May 14 -- Thousands of retired Air India employees are today trapped in a distressing cycle of humiliation and medical insecurity under the Central Government Health Scheme (CGHS). For them, wh... Read More


Tata Motors Targets Over 10% Growth In FY2027, EV's To See Disinflationary Future

Mumbai, May 14 -- Mumbai-headquartered automotive major Tata Motors is upbeat on FY2027. The company reported revenue of INR 3,355 billion, down 9 percent YoY in FY2026, as compared to INR 3,660 billi... Read More


Jinja battles garbage, darkness as new city leaders prepare to take office

Uganda, May 14 -- As Jinja City prepares for a leadership transition, residents and local leaders are raising concern over worsening garbage accumulation, broken streetlights, and insecurity, warning ... Read More


KCCA bans on-street parking between Kigtum House and Kampala-Entebbe road junction

Uganda, May 14 -- In a strategic move to decongest the city's busiest thoroughfares, the Kampala Capital City Authority (KCCA) has announced an immediate suspension of on-street vehicle parking along ... Read More


IMF sees stability gains in Tanzania, calls for SMEs support and job creation

Tanzania, May 14 -- Dar es Salaam. The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has formally acknowledged the significant strides made by Tanzania in achieving macroeconomic stability. This recognition come... Read More