U.S. growth, rupee fall will boost Indian exports : Assocham
According to a report by Assocham, India’s exports hold a promising outlook with the U.S. economy growing coupled with the rupee depreciation leading to enhanced net revenue realisations.
E-commerce firms will have to register in every state
Central Board of Indirect Taxes and Customs (CBIC) said, e-commerce operators will be required to register in every state/UT for collection of TCS (tax collected at source).
59 plant species in IUCN threat categories
Recently, scientists identified the threat status of 59 Indian plant species based on criteria used by the International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN), in the hope that this “streamlines” conservation efforts for the plants.
Black Spotted Turtles/ Geoclemys Hamiltonii
A recent report by TRAFFIC says India accounts for 29% of black spotted turtles (Geoclemys hamiltonii) seized from across seven countries in South Asia
Centre cuts borrowing target
The government has decided to reduce its borrowing requirement for the year by Rs.72,000 crore, Economic Affairs Secretary said.
Centre for data analytics
Government unveiled a Centre of Excellence for Data Analytics (CEDA),with a view to fast-tracking the adoption of data analytics in the government to improve delivery of services to citizens.
Parakram Parv (Surgical Strike Day)
To showcase the courage, valour and sacrifice of Armed Forces, ‘ParakramParv’ is being observed from 28-30 September 2018.
Govt. unveils centre for data analytics
National Informatics Centre (NIC), in a joint initiative with National Informatics Centre Services Incorporated (NICSI) has set up CEDA.
River pollution: NGT directs States to act
Taking suo motu cognisance of a report in The Hindu on the increase in polluted river stretches in the country, the National Green Tribunal (NGT) has directed all States and Union Territories to prepare action plans within two months.
Smart coaches by Indian Railways
The Indian Railways are set to launch their ‘Make in India’ smart coaches with new features like black box and artificial intelligence (AI)-powered CCTVs, matching international standards.