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Reuters·8h ago
HealthOfficials in Madhubani have been instructed to increase the enrollment under the ABHA (Ayushman Bharat Health Account) scheme. This initiative aims to enhance healthcare access and benefits for residents by expanding the number of people registered under the program in the district.
The Times Of India·13h ago·Madhubani
BusinessIndia is experiencing a surge in patent applications and growing participation in its intellectual property system, with innovators exporting inventions globally. However, focusing solely on patent volume risks overlooking whether these inventions are marketed, funded, generate revenue, or boost productivity. True innovation requires more than filing patents; it demands commercial success and global competitiveness to sustain India’s innovation growth.
India Observers·13h ago
BusinessSBI Chief CS Setty stated that India's banking sector is at a multi-decade high in terms of health. He outlined how this strong banking position supports India's pivot towards a more significant role in the global economy. The remarks emphasize the resilience and growth of Indian banks amid evolving international financial dynamics.
Business News India·13h ago
TechnologyIIT Madras has inaugurated a new robotics laboratory dedicated to construction research, funded with ₹3.30 crore. The lab aims to advance robotic technologies in the construction sector, fostering innovation and improving efficiency in building processes. This initiative supports cutting-edge research and development in construction robotics at the institute.
Edex Live·13h ago·Chennai
BusinessA Bengaluru-based CEO faced backlash after deciding not to hire men from Uttar Pradesh, Bihar, Rajasthan, and Madhya Pradesh. The CEO explained that the decision was based on a specific employee incident that raised concerns about workplace behavior. This move has sparked a wider debate on workplace discrimination and hiring policies in the city’s corporate sector.
Times Now News·13h ago·Bengaluru
Reuters·8h ago
The Indian government has reduced import duties on edible oils, including crude and refined sunflower, soybean, and palm oils, effective from September 24. This move aims to lower cooking oil prices ahead of the festival season, making cooking more affordable for consumers. The duty on crude sunflower oil has been set to zero to further ease costs.
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