Kolkata, July 25 (IBNS): National Skill Development Corporation (NSDC) and Bengal National Chamber of Commerce and Industry (BNCCI) signed a memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to strengthen creation of employment in West Bengal.
Introduction of GST is a momentous event for the nation: President Pranab Mukherjee
New Delhi, June 30 (IBNS): Indian President Pranab Mukherjee on Friday said the introduction of the GST is a 'momentous event' for the nation.
Apple CEO meets PM Narendra Modi
Washington, June 27 (IBNS): Tech giant Apple CEO Tim Cook met Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi who is currently visiting the US.
PM Modi reviews progress towards beginning of GST on July 1
New Delhi, June 5 (IBNS): Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday reviewed the status of GST, which is to be implemented from July 1.
Recycled PSF producers seek continuation of tax advantage vis-Ã -vis virgin PSF in GST regime
New Delhi, May 31 (IBNS) The All India Recycled Fibre & Yarn Manufacturers Association, which represents 35 recycled polyester staple fibre (PSF) producers in India, has requested the Union Finance Ministry to maintain the current excise duty cost advantage of recycled PSF vis-Ã -vis virgin PSF, while finalising the GST rates.
GST to be biggest achievement of Modi Govt; fin inclusion, digital other big milestones: ASSOCHAM
New Delhi, May 20 (IBNS): As the Narendra Modi is about to complete three years in office, its biggest achievement on economic front would be the Goods and Services Tax which is near a roll-out, while financial inclusion, digitisation and public investment on infrastructure like railways and power distribution are perceived as other credible steps for structural changes in the economy, the ASSOCHAM has said.
Mumbai/ Kolkata, Apr 19 (IBNS): Tata Steel Limited bagged the PM’s trophy for Best Performing Integrated Steel Plant for the year 2013-14, the Steel Minister’s Trophy for the year 2012-13 and a Certificate of Excellence 2011-12 for being the ‘Best Performing Integrated Steel Plant’ in the country, at a ceremony held in Mumbai.
Smart India Hackathon today, PM Modi to address participants
New Delhi, Apr 1 (IBNS) : Prime Minister Narendra Modi will on Saturday address the world's largest hackathon via video conferencing in what is being seen as a part of the initiative to push for a Digital India.
European Investment Bank President calls on PM Modi
New Delhi, Mar 29 (IBNS): Werner Hoyer, President, European Investment Bank called on Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday.
Xiaomi's founder and CEO Lei Jun meets PM Modi
New Delhi, Mar 28 (IBNS): Chinese technology company Xiaomi's founder and CEO Lei Jun has met Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi here.
GST: Cabinet's approval gives boost to our reform agenda, says Modi
New Delhi, Mar 20 (IBNS): Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday said the approval of the four Goods and Services Tax-related bills by the Union Cabinet is a boost to his government's reform agenda.
Cash withdrawal limits to end from Mar 13, says RBI
Mumbai, Feb 8 (IBNS): The Reserve Bank of India on Wednesday announced people can withdraw Rs. 50,000 per week from their savings accounts from Feb 20.
All efforts on for smooth handling of data for transition to GST: Member, CBEC
New Delhi, Feb 4 (IBNS): With the goods and services tax (GST) on the anvil, all state governments are working very closely with central government and all efforts are on to put the elaborate information technology (IT) infrastructure in place for smooth handling of massive amount of data, a top CBEC (Central Board of Excise and Customs) official said at an ASSOCHAM event held in New Delhi on Friday.
Indian market ended higher on Wednesday, Union Budget 2017 futuristic says PM Modi
Mumbai, Feb 1 (IBNS): The Indian market ended higher on Wednesday following the presentation of the Union Budget 2017 by Finance Minister Arun Jaitley.
Introduction of a new CLSS for middle income group
New Delhi, Feb 1 (IBNS): The Union Cabinet chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, on Wednesday, gave ex-post facto approval to the proposals for extension of tenure of loans under the Credit Linked Subsidy Scheme (CLSS) of PradhanMantriAwasYojana (PMAY) from 15 to 20 years.