Gujarat Government Allocates ₹3.32 Lakh Crore Budget for Infrastructure Development

Infrastructure Development

Infrastructure Development The Gujarat government recently unveiled its budget for the financial year 2024–25, with a focus on infrastructure development. With provisions for setting up a Fintech Hub at GIFT City, a Semiconductor School at Sanand, and a manufacturing hub for the space sector, the government aims to boost economic growth and create new opportunities in the state. One of the key highlights of the budget is the allocation of …

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JSW Foundation’s Hampi Art Labs: A Cultural Destination for Art Enthusiasts

JSW Foundation’s Hampi Art Labs JSW Foundation’s Hampi Art Labs is set to open its doors to the public on February 5th. Located near the UNESCO World Heritage Site, Hampi, in Karnataka, this nine-acre center is a unique space that offers exhibition spaces, studios, apartments for residencies, gardens, and a cafe. The Hampi Art Labs, founded by Sangita Jindal and her daughter Tarini Jindal Handa, aim to be an interdisciplinary institution …

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Inauguration of Power Plants in Odisha by Prime Minister Narendra Modi

Power Plants in Odisha by Prime Minister Narendra Modi Prime Minister Narendra Modi is set to inaugurate three power plants by NTPC Ltd. and one by NLC India Ltd. in Odisha on February 3. This announcement was made in separate press statements by the two public sector undertakings on February 2. The news was initially reported by Moneycontrol on January 29, revealing PM Modi’s plan to launch projects worth nearly …

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Thackeray’s Meeting with Rajan Sparks Speculation Ahead of Rajya Sabha Election

Rajan Sparks Speculation Ahead of Rajya Sabha Election Shiv Sena leader Uddhav Thackeray, along with his wife Rashmi and sons Aaditya and Tejas, recently welcomed Rajan to their home. The meeting, which Shiv Sena (UBT) claims was done out of courtesy, has raised eyebrows in political circles as it took place just before the upcoming Rajya Sabha election on February 27. The state of Maharashtra will have six seats falling …

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Tamil Nadu Government to Increase Liquor Prices to Boost Revenue

Increase Liquor Prices The Tamil Nadu state government has recently announced its decision to raise the prices of liquor at Tasmac outlets starting next month. This move is aimed at boosting the state’s revenue. In the fiscal year 2022–23, Tamil Nadu reportedly earned around ₹44,000 crore from Tasmac, highlighting the significant contribution of liquor sales to the state’s finances. According to an official release, the prices of 180 ml of …

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India’s Economic Growth Prospects in Narendra Modi’s Third Term as Prime Minister

India’s Economic Growth Prospects in Narendra Modi’s According to Union Minister Dr. Jitendra Singh, India is poised to become the world’s third-largest economy during the third term of Prime Minister Narendra Modi. The country has a significant interest in the re-election of the Modi-led government to sustain the ongoing upward trajectory of India’s growth story. As the Union Minister of State (Independent Charge) for Science, Dr Jitendra Singh expressed confidence …

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Empowering Girl Students in Krishnagiri District: The ‘Pudhumai Penn’ Scheme

Empowering Girl Students in Krishnagiri District The Government of Tamil Nadu has launched the Moovalur Ramamirtham Ammaiyar Higher Education Assurance Scheme to enhance the enrolment ratio of girls from government schools to higher education institutions. Through this scheme, financial assistance of Rs. 1000/month will be provided to the girls till their completion of a UG degree, diploma, ITI, or any other recognized course. The incentive amount under this scheme will …

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Impact of Mass Migration on Higher Education in Punjab

mass migration of youths from Punjab to countries like Canada and Australia The mass migration of youths from Punjab to countries like Canada and Australia is having a significant impact on the state’s colleges and universities. According to the All India Survey on Higher Education (AISHE) report 2021-22, released by the Union Ministry of Education, there has been a decline of at least one lakh students in the total enrollment …

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Sikhs in San Francisco Vote for Independence: The Khalistan Referendum

Sikhs in San Francisco Vote for Independence Thousands of Sikhs gathered in San Francisco on Sunday, waving bright yellow-and-blue flags as they arrived in cars, buses, and trains. Their purpose? To vote for a new country of their own. The ballot measure, known as the Khalistan referendum, asks whether the predominantly Sikh state of Punjab in India should break away and form an independent nation called Khalistan. Although the vote …

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India Economy Set to Become Third-Largest by 2027

India Economy India economy is on track to become the world’s third-largest economy by 2027, with a projected gross domestic product (GDP) of $5 trillion, according to the finance ministry. These projections have been released ahead of the interim budget, which is due to be released later this week. In a report issued on Monday, the finance ministry stated that India economy is expected to grow at or above 7% …

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