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Time of India
5 hours ago
- Business
- Time of India
Commerce & Industry Ministry mulling further FDI regime easing, more tax benefits for startups: Official
The commerce and industry ministry is working on a 100-day reforms agenda which may include proposals such as further liberalising FDI regime, easing investments from neighbouring countries, and more tax benefits for startups , an official said. Independence Day 2025 Modi signals new push for tech independence with local chips Before Trump, British used tariffs to kill Indian textile Bank of Azad Hind: When Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose gave India its own currency The proposals may also include easing certain environmental norms for the leather and footwear industry, liberalised rules to promote exports through e-commerce hubs, and integrating lab testing and certification requirements for various sectors, the official said. The government is embarking on the next 100-day agenda of transformation to take India on a fast track to developed nation. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like 15 most beautiful women in the world Undo In Lokmat global economic convention, Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal said that in the next 100 days, the government will follow the clarion call given by Prime Minister Narendra Modi on August 15 to take India forward on a fast-tracked pathway. These proposals would help boost the country's exports and foreign direct investments (FDI). Live Events During April-July 2025-26, exports increased by 3.07 per cent to USD 149.2 billion, while imports rose 5.36 per cent to USD 244.01 billion. The trade deficit during the first four months of 2025-26 was USD 94.81 billion. FDI into India rose by 13 per cent to USD 50 billion in 2024-25. In July 2024, a pre-budget Economic Survey has made a strong case for seeking foreign direct investments from China to boost local manufacturing and tap the export market. At present, the bulk of the FDI coming into India falls under the automatic approval route, however, FDI from countries sharing land borders with India needs mandatory government approval in any sector. Countries which share land borders with India are China, Bangladesh, Pakistan, Bhutan, Nepal, Myanmar, and Afghanistan. Prime Minister Narendra Modi on August 15 announced a 10-year project to develop an indigenous defence shield to protect India's vital military and civilian installations. In his Independence Day address from the ramparts of the Red Fort here, Modi also hinted at New Delhi's resolve to reduce dependence on foreign technologies for military platforms as he called for developing jet engines within the country for India's fighter aircraft. The government is also taking a number of steps to promote startup ecosystem in the country. It provides number of incentives to these budding entrepreneurs such as income tax benefits. The commerce ministry's arm DGFT is working on steps to promote exports through e-commerce medium as huge export opportunities are there in the sector.
Time of India
27-06-2025
- General
- Time of India
‘Translating Chitampalli's work will bring wider recognition he deserves'
Nagpur: Padma Shri Maruti Chitampalli, fondly known as Aranya Rishi, and revered for bringing Maharashtra's forests alive through his words, was paid heartfelt tributes in Nagpur on Friday. The condolence meeting organised by Vidarbha Sahitya Sangh (VSS) at Ameya Hall turned into an emotional homage, with speakers unanimously describing Chitampalli as a literary figure of global calibre whose legacy deserves to transcend linguistic boundaries. VSS president Pradeep Date presided over the meeting. On stage were prominent editors and personalities, including Shrimant Mane (editor, Lokmat), Shailesh Pande (editor, Tarun Bharat), Shripad Aparajit (editor, Maharashtra Times), Pramod Kalbande (editor, Sakal), ornithologist Dr Anil Pimpalapure, retired forest officer Kishor Mishrikotkar, and former information officer Anil Gadekar. Speakers drew comparisons between Chitampalli's writing and world-renowned nature writers like American naturalist Henry David Thoreau and English author Ruskin Bond. Yet, as many pointed out, while Chitampalli's works are of international standard, they have remained 'local' purely because they are available only in Marathi. "Translating at least ten of his select works into other languages would be the truest tribute we can pay him," several speakers suggested. Dr Anil Pimpalapure described Chitampalli as a writer with extraordinary observational skills and gentle, nuanced prose. "He worked tirelessly to bridge the gap between environmental science and society," he said. He proposed naming the Ambazari Biodiversity Park in Nagpur after Chitampalli as a fitting tribute. Retired forest officer Kishor Mishrikotkar reflected on Chitampalli's unique ability to teach people how to 'walk through and read the forest'. "If you want to understand the jungle, you must walk through it on foot. He taught us how to write in a simple, scientific, and evidence-based manner," Mishrikotkar said. He proposed naming the Navegaon Tiger Project after Chitampalli, instituting an award in his name, and establishing a memorial at Navegaon, his karmabhoomi. Shripad Aparajit called Chitampalli a true 'Vansakha' — a friend of the forest — and emphasised that compiling a comprehensive collection of his writings would be the ideal homage. Shrimant Mane highlighted Chitampalli's pioneering concepts like jungle reading and forest reading and credited him for bringing medicinal uses of trees to public awareness. Pramod Kalbande said Chitampalli's work helped people understand forests, birds, animals, and ecological intricacies, calling for more scientific study of his writings. Shailesh Pande observed that Chitampalli lived as an integral part of the forest ecosystem. In his presidential remarks, Pradeep Date said Chitampalli carved a 'green path' in Marathi literature through his intimate connection with nature. In his introductory address, Anil Gadekar traced Chitampalli's remarkable journey, recalling how Vidarbha embraced his literature and how VSS once honoured him by naming him the president of its literary convention. The condolence meet saw participation from various literary and environmental personalities, including Vilas Manekar, Dr Pinak Dande, Ashutosh Shewalkar, Prakash Edlabadkar, and Teerthraj Kapgate.
News18
22-06-2025
- General
- News18
Ashadhi Wari 2025: दोन्ही पालख्या पुण्यात दाखल, हेलिकॉप्टरने झाली पुष्पवर्षा
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News18
15-06-2025
- General
- News18
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Pune Bridge Collapse Rescue Operation: इंद्रायणी नदीवरील पूल कोसळला, बचावकार्य अद्याप सुरु Lokmat is one of the leading YouTube News channels which delivers news from across Maharashtra, India and the world 24x7 in Marathi. Stay updated on all the current events shaping Maharashtra's political lands...
Business Standard
09-06-2025
- Business
- Business Standard
Lokmat.com Crowned Maharashtra's Pride: Retains No.1 Position in Digital Regional News for 40 Consecutive Months
VMPL Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], June 9: Proudly bearing the title of 'Maharashtracha Maanbindu' (Maharashtra's Pride), has achieved a remarkable industry milestone by retaining the No. 1 position for 40 consecutive months (Till December, 2024)--a feat unmatched by any other player in the regional digital news space. In 2025, had also topped the Comscore* charts in February (with 1.25 crore readers) and March (with 1.53 crore readers). With April's continued success, Lokmat has scored a hat-trick of being No. 1, a rare and remarkable feat. This unmatched feat underscores the trust, loyalty, and deep engagement of its massive and growing reader base. In April 2025 alone, 1.48 crore (14.8 million) unique visitors turned to for credible and engaging news across formats--ranging from articles and web stories to videos and galleries. The site recorded a staggering 15.2 crore (152 million) page views (during the month, solidifying its lead far ahead of its digital competitors. (Source: Comscore*) "Our continued leadership is a reflection of our deep bond with our readers. We are not just reporting news--we are telling the story of Maharashtra with honesty, integrity, and impact," said a spokesperson from Lokmat Digital. "Being Maharashtra's most loved and trusted digital news platform is both an honour and a responsibility." Following its top ranking in February (1.25 crore readers) and March (1.53 crore readers), April marked a hat-trick of No. 1 rankings for In fact, continues to be India's most-read regional language news website (excluding Hindi), according to long-term Comscore* data. Notably, lead is significant: it outpaced the second-ranked eSakal by 22 lakh (2.2 million) unique visitors in April,2025. Other platforms such as ABP Majha, TV9 Marathi, and Loksatta trailed further behind, underscoring commanding position in the market. Readers' Loyalty That Goes Beyond Numbers The platform isn't just attracting users--it's engaging them deeply. The average time spent per visitor stood at 7.3 minutes, with readers collectively spending 10.9 crore (109 million) total minutes on the site in April. The site also clocked 68.6 million total visits in the month, setting a new industry benchmark. A Growing Digital Footprint across Platforms Lokmat's digital ecosystem** includes: - 5 YouTube Channels - 7 Instagram Handles - 20 Facebook Pages - 26.8 million+ followers/subscribers across social platforms With an extensive reporting network spread across Maharashtra, continues to deliver breaking news with accuracy, neutrality, and depth, while ensuring national and global stories are verified through reliable sources. As it looks to the future, remains committed to innovation, journalistic excellence, and public trust--all while staying rooted in the pulse of Maharashtra. *Source: ComScore MMX Multi-Platform - Desktop & Mobile (excluding social) report (Unique visitors, Total visits, Total page views, Average minutes per visitor) Custom list of Marathi News/Information Publishers ( Maharashtra times, ABP Live Marathi - ABP Majha, Zee News Marathi), India. All data points are mentioned from the same custom-defined list and for the respective months.
