Government Expands Loan Guarantee Scheme to Enhance Capital Access for Startups

Government Expands Loan Guarantee Scheme to Enhance Capital Access for Startups

New Delhi, May 9 (H.S.): The Central Government has expanded the loan guarantee scheme to enhance capital access for startups. The government has issued a notification doubling the guarantee limit in the Credit Guarantee Scheme for Startups (CGSS). Under this scheme, banks and other financial institutions are being encouraged to provide loans to startups. The…

Pakistan giving state funerals to terrorists: India debunks claims of civilians killed during Operation Sindoor

New Delhi, May 8 (IANS) Highlighting Pakistan’s reputation as the epicentre of global terrorism once again, India on Thursday questioned Islamabad’s claims about civilians being killed during the May 7 Operation Sindoor strikes even as the video footage of eliminated terrorists being accorded a state funeral has gone viral on social media. “The claim that…

Dharmendra Pradhan Pays Tribute to Maharana Pratap on His Birth Anniversary

Bhubaneswar, 9 May (H.S.): Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan paid a heartfelt tribute to the legendary Rajput warrior Maharana Pratap on his birth anniversary through a post on social media. Honouring the valour and unwavering commitment of the Mewar king, Pradhan hailed him as a symbol of courage, pride, and duty towards the motherland. In…

India and Chile sign Terms of Reference for CEPA negotiations

India and Chile sign Terms of Reference for CEPA negotiations

New Delhi, May 9 (HS): India and Chile signed the Terms of Reference (ToR) for a Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA) on 08 May 2025, marking a key milestone in their bilateral trade relations. The ToR was signed by Juan Angulo, Ambassador of Chile in India, and Vimal Anand, Joint Secretary, Department of Commerce, Government…

Policy that delivered: PMJJBY celebrates a decade of impact

Policy that delivered: PMJJBY celebrates a decade of impact

New Delhi, May 8 (IANS) The government led by Prime Minister Narendra Modi launched a quiet but powerful financial revolution ten years ago – Pradhan Mantri Jeevan Jyoti Bima Yojana (PMJJBY). Designed to bring affordable life insurance within reach of India’s low-income population, the scheme has, over the past decade, evolved into a vital safety…

RSS Urges Citizens to Show Patriotism by Supporting Army and Administration

RSS Urges Citizens to Show Patriotism by Supporting Army and Administration

New Delhi, 9 May (H.S.): The Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) is calling upon citizens to display their patriotism by supporting the army and administration amid the current national crisis. RSS Chief Dr. Mohan Bhagwat and General Secretary Dattatreya Hosabale issued a statement encouraging readiness to assist efforts directed towards national unity and security. They praised…

Akhilesh vows to install the biggest statue of Maharana Pratap upon coming to power in UP

Akhilesh vows to install the biggest statue of Maharana Pratap upon coming to power in UP

Lucknow, 09 May (HS): Samajwadi Party (SP) President and former Chief Minister Akhilesh Yadav congratulated and wished the countrymen on Maharana Pratap Jayanti. On this occasion, he said that after the formation of the Samajwadi Party government, the biggest statue of Maharana Pratap will be installed on the Gomti Riverfront. He will also have a…

Policy that delivered: PMJJBY celebrates a decade of impact

Policy that delivered: PMJJBY celebrates a decade of impact

New Delhi, May 8 (IANS) The government led by Prime Minister Narendra Modi launched a quiet but powerful financial revolution ten years ago – Pradhan Mantri Jeevan Jyoti Bima Yojana (PMJJBY). Designed to bring affordable life insurance within reach of India’s low-income population, the scheme has, over the past decade, evolved into a vital safety…

India retaliates with missiles strikes on Sialkot-Lahore after Pakistan's attack

New Delhi, May 9 (HS): India and Pakistan are facing heightened conflict, with Pakistan launching continuous attacks thwarted by Indian forces. A failed drone attack on Gujarat and a suicide bombing in Rajouri by activated terrorist sleeper cells highlight the escalation. India retaliated with missile strikes on Sialkot and a drone attack in Lahore. The…