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Hans India
25-05-2025
- Business
- Hans India
Low-Interest Long-Term Agricultural Loans Now Available Through Aija Single Window: Relief for Marginal Farmers
Gadwal: Farmers in the region now have an opportunity to access long-term agricultural loans, including for tractors, harvesters, and other equipment, through the local Primary Agricultural Cooperative Society (PACS) under the District Cooperative Central Bank (DCCB). This was announced by Single Window President Mr. Pothula Madhusudhan Reddy during a press meet held at the Single Window office on Sunday. Addressing the media, he highlighted that farmers often face difficulties securing loans from commercial banks. As a result, they are forced to turn to private moneylenders, who charge exorbitant interest rates. In several cases, farmers have even mortgaged or transferred ownership of their lands to moneylenders when they fail to repay loans, especially during years when crops fail or yields are low. To address this pressing issue, Mr. Reddy revealed a supportive initiative where small and marginal farmers can mortgage up to three acres of their land to the Single Window and avail a maximum of Rs. 10 lakh loan at just one rupee interest. The loan is structured to be repaid in 14 installments over seven years, with each installment amounting to Rs. 1,10,000 every six months. At the end of the term, the total repayment (principal and interest) will amount to Rs. 15.4 lakhs. For a farmer to be eligible, they must first obtain a CIBIL credit report from DCCB Bank with a minimum score of 650. Additionally, farmers should not have any existing crop or long-term loans from other banks. If they do, those loans must be cleared before applying for this scheme through DCCB. The required documents include: Pattadar Passbook (Title Deed) If the land was purchased from others, a registered document and revenue proceedings In case of inherited lands, legal heir records and updated proceedings from revenue authorities Old title documents and passbooks, and Revenue records such as Khata, Pahani, old ROR (Record of Rights), and Pahani records from 2008–09. These documents will be thoroughly verified, and if all are in order, the application will be sent to DCCB Bank for approval. Mr. Reddy assured that loans would be sanctioned and credited to the farmer's account within a month. He also elaborated that loans for agricultural equipment like tractors and harvesters can be availed under the Agriculture Infrastructure Scheme at a 9% interest rate. However, farmers who make their repayments on time are eligible for a 3% interest subsidy from the Central Government, effectively reducing their interest burden to just 6%—equivalent to 50 paise per month per Rs. 100. This initiative, under the guidance of Mahabubnagar District DCCB Bank Chairman Mr. Mamilapalli Vishnuvardhan Reddy, is expected to significantly benefit the farming community by curbing their dependency on private moneylenders and offering a structured, government-supported loan system. Mr. Madhusudhan Reddy urged farmers to make the most of this opportunity and approach the Single Window office for further details and assistance in the application process.
ILoveQatar.net
23-05-2025
- Business
- ILoveQatar.net
MOCI & Microsoft launch 2 AI-Powered virtual assistants to improve government service quality
The Ministry of Commerce and Industry (MOCI) announced the launch of two AI-powered virtual assistants as part of its ongoing efforts to promote digital transformation and improve the quality of government services provided to the public. وزارة التجارة والصناعة تطلق خدمتي "المساعد الذكي" عبر منصة النافذة الواحدة، و"سيف" على الموقع الإلكتروني والتطبيق الرسمي، بالتعاون مع مايكروسوفت، لتقديم تجربة ذكية وسلسة للمستخدمين باستخدام تقنيات الذكاء الاصطناعي. #التجارة_والصناعة — وزارة التجارة والصناعة (@MOCIQatar) May 22, 2025 The launch of the two services - Smart Assistant and Saif - was made during a press conference organized by the Ministry in cooperation with Microsoft. The Smart Assistant is available through the Single Window platform, while Saif was launched as a virtual assistant on the Ministry's official website, contributing to a seamless and integrated user experience for various categories of beneficiaries. In his speech during the conference, Director of MOCI's Single Window Department Mubarak Al Khulaifi said the Smart Assistant service aims to facilitate procedures and expedite the completion of transactions by providing immediate responses to user inquiries and guiding them through every step of their transactions through the Single Window platform, without the need for direct communication with an employee. He noted that the service is available around the clock, enhancing the efficiency and continuity of the service. For his part, MOCI's Director of the Information Systems Ahmed Al Kuwari said Saif represents a qualitative addition to the Ministry's digital services system and reflects its commitment to keeping pace with technological developments and user needs. He added that the service was developed using the latest artificial intelligence technologies to provide a reliable and fast interactive experience, enabling users to access information and complete their transactions with ease. Al Kuwari emphasized that these digital initiatives are part of the Ministry's plan to modernize the digital infrastructure and expand the scope of e-services, contributing to improving the user experience and providing an advanced model for smart government services.
Qatar Tribune
23-05-2025
- Business
- Qatar Tribune
MOCI unveils AI tools Smart Assistant and Saif in digital leap
Tribune News Network Doha The Ministry of Commerce and Industry announced the launch of two artificial intelligence-powered virtual assistants, the 'Smart Assistant' and 'Saif,' during a press conference held in collaboration with Microsoft. This initiative forms part of the Ministry's ongoing efforts to advance digital transformation and enhance the quality of government services provided to the public. The 'Smart Assistant' is now available via the Single Window platform, while 'Saif' has been deployed as a virtual assistant across the Ministry's official website and mobile application. Both tools are designed to provide a seamless, integrated user experience for various users. During the press conference,Mubarak Alkhelaifi, Director of the Single Window Department at the Ministry of Commerce and Industry, explained that the 'Smart Assistant' aims to streamline procedures and accelerate transaction completion by providing instant responses to user inquiries and guiding them step-by-step through their transactions—without the need for direct employee interaction. He added that the service is available around the clock, enhancing both the efficiency and continuity of service delivery. Commenting on the launch of 'Saif,' Ahmad Al-Kuwari, Director of the Information Technology Department at the Ministry, noted that the tool represents a qualitative addition to the Ministry's digital services ecosystem. He highlighted that 'Saif' was developed using the latest artificial intelligence technologies to offer users a fast, reliable, and interactive experience, enabling them to access information and complete services with ease. The 'Smart Assistant' is now accessible via the Single Window platform, while 'Saif' is available on the Ministry's website and mobile app.
Zawya
29-04-2025
- Business
- Zawya
$13.7mln in new industrial sector investments in Q1 of 2025: Qatar
Doha, Qatar: The Ministry of Commerce and Industry (MoCI) announced that new investments in the industrial sector reached QR 50 million during the first quarter of this year. The announcement came during the Ministry's first quarterly performance review meeting, chaired by Minister of Commerce and Industry, HE Sheikh Faisal bin Thani bin Faisal Al Thani, and attended by Minister of State for Foreign Trade, HE Dr. Ahmed bin Mohammed Al Sayed; Undersecretary of the Ministry, HE Mohammed bin Hassan Al Malki; and other senior officials. In a statement issued today, the Ministry noted that the meeting reviewed and evaluated the Ministry's overall performance and progress in line with its approved strategic plans. Key achievements during the first quarter included the launch of a service allowing foreign investors to establish companies using only a passport, the simplification of environmental permit procedures for industrial facilities in cooperation with the Ministry of Environment and Climate Change, the integration of logistics activities into a single commercial registration in partnership with the Ministry of Transport, and the automatic issuance of tax cards upon the registration of new businesses. The Ministry also launched the "National Product" page on its website to promote fair competition and enhance the quality of local products. Additionally, the verification process for local factories eligible for benefits under the In-Country Value Plus (ICV+) policy has commenced. The statement further detailed that the meeting reviewed detailed performance indicators across the Ministry's sectors and administrative units. Results showed that the manufacturing sector contributed QR 52.4 billion to Qatar's real GDP in 2024. Qatar also advanced significantly in global business efficiency rankings by the International Institute for Management Development (IMD), moving from 18th place in 2022 to 11th place in 2024. Furthermore, the Ministry continued its inspection operations, carrying out 39,558 inspections during the first quarter. The meeting also addressed the status of the Ministry's projects under the Third National Development Strategy (2024-2030), with 17 percent of the projects completed and 23 percent currently underway. In the trade sector, the Ministry reported a 32 percent increase in the number of new commercial registrations in Q1 2025 compared to Q1 2024. The ministerial decision to reduce service fees and facilitate company establishment for foreign investors using passports significantly contributed to an 87 percent rise in the issuance of new commercial licenses year-on-year. Additionally, the average time to issue commercial registrations decreased compared to the same period last year, while the number of home business licenses rose by 54 percent following an expansion of permitted activities from 10 to 63. Moreover, the Single Window platform launched three new e-services during the first quarter, with plans to introduce 38 more services by year-end. User satisfaction with electronic services remained high. Patent applications, trademark registrations, and copyright applications also increased by more than 18 percent compared to Q1 2024. In the industry and business development sector, eight new factories were launched in the first quarter, with new industrial investments totaling QR 50 million. Non-hydrocarbon industrial exports reached QR 29.8 billion, and six potential public-private partnership opportunities were studied. Regarding consumer affairs, the Ministry continued efforts to reduce violations through intensified inspection and awareness campaigns. The meeting also reviewed food and feedstock security levels. The meeting concluded with a review of progress on approved projects for the first quarter, discussions on key challenges faced by the Ministry, and proposals for solutions to enhance plan implementation, ensure continuous performance improvement, and further enhance the quality of services provided. © Dar Al Sharq Press, Printing and Distribution. All Rights Reserved. Provided by SyndiGate Media Inc. (
Zawya
18-03-2025
- Business
- Zawya
Qatar: Investors can issue their tax card automatically while securing commercial registration
DOHA: Investors can issue their tax card automatically while issuing a commercial registration, the Ministry of Commerce and Industry has said. This service allows investors to automatically issue their tax card and receive a tax identification number instantly, while securing their commercial registration via the Single Window system, the ministry said in a social media post on Sunday. With this service, investors are not required to complete any additional registration steps at the 'Dhareeba' Tax Portal to obtain a tax card. The initiative is enabled through a collaboration between the Ministry of Commerce and Industry and the General Tax Authority, with the aim of supporting the business sector and enhancing investor experience, the ministry added. © Copyright Qatar Tribune. All Rights Reserved. Provided by SyndiGate Media Inc. (
