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GST Reforms in Punjab – A Bold Boost for Growth – Oct 2025
07 Oct

GST Reforms in Punjab – A Bold Boost for Growth – Oct 2025

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New Delhi [India], October 7: Punjab just got a productivity shot in the arm. The GST rate cut, from 12% to 5%, isn’t just a tax tweak; it’s an industrial adrenaline rush. From textiles to bicycles, artisans to MSMEs, Punjab’s economy is now geared for an affordable, competitive, and employment-rich future. The Tax Cut Heard Across the North In India’s economic playbook, few moves pack the punch of a well-timed tax reform. The recent GST reforms in Punjab, slashing rates from 12% to 5% across key sectors, are exactly that. This isn’t about marginal relief. It’s about turning Punjab’s traditional…
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Mumbai BJP President and MLA Ameet Satam makes the announcement during interaction with first-time voters
07 Oct

Mumbai BJP President and MLA Ameet Satam makes the announcement during interaction with first-time voters

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Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], October 7: Mumbai BJP President and MLA Ameet Satam today announced a new internship programme to involve Gen Z students in civic governance, once Mahayuti comes to power in BMC. Through this internship programme, Gen Z students will contribute to strengthening urban planning and civic administration, said MLA Ameet Satam. MLA Ameet Satam interacted with first-time voters (Gen Z) today at an event held at YB Chavan Centre, organised by youth organisation India’s International Movement to United Nations (IIMUN), one of the world’s largest youth-run non-profit organisations. The event was conceptualised and led by Rishabh Shah, founder…
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Spherule Foundation Wins Prestigious Mahatma Award 2025 for Social Impact
06 Oct

Spherule Foundation Wins Prestigious Mahatma Award 2025 for Social Impact

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New Delhi [India], October 6: No smoke, no mirrors. Spherule Foundation just snagged the 2025 Mahatma Award for Social Good & Impact. The recognition isn’t just shiny, it’s a spotlight on hard, measurable work that’s reshaping communities across India. On October 2, Mahatma Gandhi Jayanti, as India paused to honour the Father of the Nation, Spherule Foundation added a serious feather to its cap: the Mahatma Award 2025 for Social Good & Impact. The ceremony, held at the India International Centre in New Delhi, was more than ceremonial pomp; it was a nod to real action. Supported by the Aditya…
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Atal Tinkering Labs: Transforming India’s Innovation Landscape – 2025
06 Oct

Atal Tinkering Labs: Transforming India’s Innovation Landscape – 2025

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New Delhi [India], October 6: India’s young innovators just got a serious upgrade. The Atal Innovation Mission (AIM) and the Indo-French Chamber of Commerce & Industry (IFCCI) are teaming up to turbocharge Atal Tinkering Labs (ATLs) nationwide,  bridging industry, education, and CSR like never before. A Landmark Indo-French Collaboration On September 19, 2025, AIM and IFCCI signed a Statement of Intent (SoI) that signals a strategic push for innovation-driven education. The signing unfolded at the Embassy of France in New Delhi during the 3rd IFCCI CSR Connect Day 2025, an event themed “Collaborating for Scale, Cross-Sectoral Partnerships for Sustainable Development.”…
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Powerful Wins Driving Defence Manufacturing in India – Oct 2025
06 Oct

Powerful Wins Driving Defence Manufacturing in India – Oct 2025

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New Delhi [India], October 6: India isn’t just building weapons anymore; it’s building the ecosystem to own them. On October 7, Raksha Mantri Rajnath Singh will flip the switch on a national movement to make “Made in India” mean business in the global defence arena. – Defence Manufacturing in India. Defence Manufacturing in India: Aligning Industry with Mission Self-Reliance At Vigyan Bhawan, New Delhi, the mood will be less “ceremonial launch” and more “boardroom strategy session.” The National Conference on ‘Opportunities in Defence Manufacturing in the Country’, organised by the Ministry of Defence’s Department of Defence Production, is more than…
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PM-SETU Scheme Unleashed – Rs 62K Cr Youth Power Boost
04 Oct

PM-SETU Scheme Unleashed – Rs 62K Cr Youth Power Boost

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New Delhi [India], October 4: Prime Minister Narendra Modi just dropped a Rs 62,000 crore megaboost – PM-SETU – for India’s youth. Think ITIs, skill labs, and global employability, basically the rocket fuel for a self-reliant Bharat. Kaushal Deekshant Samaroh: Not Your Average Convocation Vigyan Bhawan in New Delhi wasn’t just hosting a convocation; it turned into a mega youth festival. PM Modi greeted lakhs of students from ITIs across India, Bihar in particular, recalling the tradition of massive ITI graduations he started a few years back. “Today is another milestone,” he said, with a hint of pride that only…
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Rise Against Hunger India Conferred with Mahatma Award 2025
04 Oct

Rise Against Hunger India Conferred with Mahatma Award 2025

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New Delhi [India], October 4: Rise Against Hunger India has once again been recognized with the Mahatma Award for Social Good Impact – Zero Hunger. This marks the organization’s third consecutive recognition, having received the award in 2023, 2024, and 2025. The honor reaffirms the organization’s leadership in combating hunger and advancing sustainable food security in India. The award was received by Mr. Dola Mohapatra, Executive Director, Rise Against Hunger India, and Mr. Hatim Dawasaz, Trustee, at a ceremony in New Delhi on October 1, on the eve of the birth anniversary of Mahatma Gandhi. “We see this award not just as recognition, but as…
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GST 2.0 Impact: Notebook Industry Seeks Bold Relief Measures
03 Oct

GST 2.0 Impact: Notebook Industry Seeks Bold Relief Measures

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Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], October 3: GST 2.0 aimed to simplify taxation and support education. But India’s notebook manufacturers now face rising costs, blocked tax credits, and tougher competition from imports. Reform with Unintended Consequences The rollout of GST 2.0 was welcomed by industry as a bold reform designed to streamline taxation and reduce compliance burdens. For education-related goods, the government made a significant move: setting the GST rate on notebooks at 0%. The intention was straightforward: make learning more affordable. Yet, the notebook manufacturing sector is experiencing unforeseen challenges as a result. Imports Gain an Edge Under the ASEAN Free…
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Prime Minister Narendra Modi Vijaya Dashami Greetings: 2025
02 Oct

Prime Minister Narendra Modi Vijaya Dashami Greetings: 2025

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New Delhi [India], October 2: Prime Minister Narendra Modi didn’t mince words on Vijaya Dashami. In a series of messages, he blended tradition, tribute, and a reminder of India’s enduring spirit. Courage, wisdom, and devotion, these weren’t just pleasantries; they were a roadmap. Vijaya Dashami: Triumph of Good Over Evil On October 2, 2025, the Prime Minister took to X (formerly Twitter) to extend greetings on Vijaya Dashami, the festival celebrating the victory of good over evil. PM Modi’s message was succinct but unmistakable: courage, wisdom, and devotion are non-negotiables on life’s battlefield. “Vijaya Dashami celebrates the triumph of good…
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INS Sutlej Mauritius Bold 18th Survey: Supercharges India-Mauritius Ties
02 Oct

INS Sutlej Mauritius Bold 18th Survey: Supercharges India-Mauritius Ties

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New Delhi [India], October 2: India just dropped a serious maritime flex. INS Sutlej, the Navy’s hydrographic ace, has docked in Mauritius for the 18th joint survey, reaffirming India’s strategic and scientific grip over the Indian Ocean. INS Sutlej Touches Down in Port Louis On 29 September 2025, INS Sutlej, a specialised hydrographic survey vessel of the Indian Navy, arrived at Port Louis, Mauritius. This marks the 18th joint hydrographic survey between the two nations. The mission underscores decades of maritime coordination and deepening strategic trust. The vessel isn’t just a floating gadget-lab; it’s a platform for cutting-edge ocean mapping,…
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