Kamal Vachani, Group Director and Partner of Al Maya Group, emphasized the advantages that Unified Payment Interface (UPI) brings to Indian consumers. A prominent UAE business group has revealed that it will now accept UPI payments at its locations nationwide, marking a notable development. UPI, an instant payment system created by the National Payments Corporation of India (NPCI) in 2016, has now made its debut at Al Maya Supermarket, with the first transaction conducted in the presence of Yatin Patel, Deputy Consul General of India in Dubai. Vachani expressed enthusiasm about leading this payment innovation in the UAE, stating that…
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Union Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal met with Italian Deputy Prime Minister Antonio Tajani during the G7 Trade Ministers’ Meeting in Italy. They discussed enhancing bilateral cooperation in investments, start-ups, and energy between India and Italy. Minister Goyal also congratulated Tajani on successfully hosting the G7 Trade Ministers’ meeting. Minister Goyal’s visit to Italy is part of India’s efforts to highlight its extensive trade and investment opportunities globally. He shared on social media, “It was a pleasure to meet @Antonio_Tajani, Italy’s Deputy Prime Minister. We discussed enhancing bilateral cooperation in investments, start-ups, and energy. Looking forward to strengthening our…
Prime Minister Narendra Modi celebrated the success of India’s “Make In India” initiative, highlighting its pivotal role in boosting the country’s economy on the global stage. In a social media post on platform “X,” PM Modi shared a MyGovIndia update that underscored how indigenous crafts are making significant global impacts. According to MyGovIndia, citing various news sources, the “Made in India” campaign has been instrumental in showcasing the remarkable achievements of Indian products worldwide. From bicycles to digital payment systems, Indian goods have gained immense traction globally, demonstrating their quality and competitiveness. The initiative has not only transformed international markets…
On Monday, Prime Minister Narendra Modi extended his congratulations to K P Sharma Oli on his appointment as the Prime Minister of Nepal. Modi expressed optimism about further enhancing and expanding the mutually beneficial cooperation between India and Nepal. This marks the fourth time that the communist leader has taken office as Prime Minister. Modi conveyed his congratulations on X, expressing his eagerness to work closely with K P Sharma Oli to strengthen the deep bonds of friendship between India and Nepal and to expand their mutually beneficial cooperation for the progress and prosperity of both nations. In response to…
Prime Minister Narendra Modi congratulated Team India over the phone after their victory in the T20 World Cup 2024, where they defeated South Africa by seven runs in the final match held in Barbados. He praised Virat Kohli for his crucial innings in the final and his overall impact on Indian cricket. PM Modi also commended Rohit Sharma for his leadership and acknowledged his successful T20 career. In his conversation, Prime Minister Modi highlighted the pivotal role played by all-rounder Hardik Pandya during the final over and applauded Suryakumar Yadav for his crucial catch that dismissed David Miller. He also…
The ninth edition of the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup set numerous new records as India clinched their second title, emerging as T20 world champions by defeating South Africa in a thrilling final. This edition witnessed several remarkable achievements and record-breaking performances. Both India and South Africa reached the final unbeaten, each securing eight victories. India missed a potential ninth win due to a washout in their group-stage match against Canada. In the final, India set a new record for the highest total in a T20 World Cup final with a score of 176 for 7, surpassing Australia’s previous record…
In 2023, Indian pharmaceutical manufacturing facilities exporting to the US demonstrated superior regulatory compliance compared to the global average, according to a report by the Indian Pharmaceutical Alliance and McKinsey & Company. The United States Food and Drug Administration (USFDA) classified 13% (19 out of 145 inspections) of these facilities as Official Action Indications (OAI), which is lower than the global average of 15% OAIs. This improvement marks a significant decline from the 26% OAI rate observed in 2014, indicating enhanced adherence to current good manufacturing practices (CGMP) and regulatory standards. An OAI designation by the USFDA signals areas of…
India’s nuclear power capacity is on track to surge by approximately 70% in the next five years, announced Union Minister Dr. Jitendra Singh during a pivotal meeting focused on reviewing the Department of Atomic Energy’s 100-day Action Plan. Highlighting ambitious targets, Dr. Singh outlined plans to expand the current installed capacity of 7.48 GWe to 13.08 GWe by 2029, fueled by the addition of 7 new reactors. This meeting, marking the Minister’s first significant engagement in atomic energy affairs since assuming office in Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s third term, underscored India’s commitment to bolstering indigenous technology and ensuring energy security.…
As speculation mounts over Donald Trump’s potential vice-presidential pick, one candidate stands out who could mend GOP divisions, attract an independent donor base, and appeal to a broader spectrum of voters: Nikki Haley. Despite her potential to bolster his ticket, Trump has already ruled her out, citing personal differences despite her tenure as his UN ambassador. Haley, a former South Carolina governor, lacks Trump’s essential requirement of unwavering loyalty, having maintained her independence even after withdrawing from the nomination race. This independence makes her both a potential asset and a perceived threat to Trump. Historically, presidential candidates have sometimes chosen…
Prime Minister Narendra Modi and his team of Ministers, including Rajnath Singh and Amit Shah, officially began their tenure as members of the 18th Lok Sabha during its inaugural session on June 24. Following his recent re-election to a third consecutive term as Prime Minister, Narendra Modi, representing Varanasi since 2014, took the oath along with his Cabinet on June 9. As the leader of the House, Modi’s oath in Hindi was accompanied by enthusiastic chants of “Jai Shri Ram” from ruling party members. Opposition lawmakers stood in protest during Modi’s oath, holding up copies of the Constitution. The gesture…
