Guwahati, Feb 1 (IANS) Industry experts from the North-East have welcomed the Union Budget 2026–27, noting that its emphasis on services-led growth, tourism infrastructure, connectivity and skill development creates a strong foundation for sustainable regional expansion. Leaders from real estate development and hospitality sectors believe the Budget enhances investor confidence while positioning the North-East as a key beneficiary of India’s next growth cycle. Vikas Agarwal, Managing Directo…
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New Delhi, Jan 29 (IANS) The Economic Survey 2025-26 paints a clear and encouraging picture of India’s economic journey, describing it as a fast-moving “Reform Express” making steady progress even as the world faces uncertainty, Prime Minister Narendra Modi said on Thursday.Prime Minister Modi said that the Survey, tabled in the Parliament earlier in the day, reflects the strength of India’s economic foundations and the government’s continuous efforts to drive growth, innovation and inclus…
Jaipur, Jan 27 (IANS) The Rajasthan government has introduced the Youth Policy-2026, aimed at ensuring the all-round development of the state’s youth and preparing them as responsible citizens and future leaders. The Chief Minister’s Office (CMO) on Tuesday confirmed that a three-tier institutional framework will be established for the effective implementation of the policy. This includes a high-level committee chaired by the Minister of Sports and Youth Affairs, along with a state-level tas…
Guwahati, Jan 21 (IANS) Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma on Wednesday announced a major initiative to support research scholars in the state, describing it as a significant step towards strengthening Assam’s academic and innovation ecosystem. Taking to the social media platform ‘X’, CM Sarma said that under the ‘Atal Vichal Agragami Assam scheme’, the state government will provide monthly financial assistance of Rs 25,000 to research scholars, while Divyang research scholars will receive…
Guwahati, Jan 19 (IANS) The North East Regional Competition of IndiaSkills 2025–26 was inaugurated on Monday at Gauhati University, marking a major milestone in the government’s efforts to strengthen skill development in the North Eastern region, officials said. The competition was formally launched by Jayant Chaudhary, Union Minister of State (Independent Charge) for Skill Development and Entrepreneurship, in the presence of senior government officials, academic leaders and youth participan…
New Delhi, Jan 16 (IANS) Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal on Friday said that India’s recent free trade agreements (FTAs) with developed economies provide significant opportunities for startups and entrepreneurs.Addressing the ‘Startup Pe Charcha’ interaction at Bharat Mandapam here, the minister said that these trade agreements create certainty and confidence for investors while opening new markets for Indian goods and services.He encouraged startups to explore startup-to-start…
Guwahati, Jan 16 (IANS) Assam’s youth could be a driver of industrialisation to generate employment opportunities and entrepreneurship if supported by sustained policy focus, industry participation and skill development, experts said on Friday.The experts said this during a webinar titled ‘Assam’s Youth and Viksit Bharat 2047: Pathways to Industrialisation, Employment and Entrepreneurship’, organised in collaboration with the National Service Scheme (NSS) Cell of Gauhati University.With over one…
New Delhi, Jan 16 (IANS) Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta has said that the goal of a ‘Viksit Bharat’ is a shared responsibility of every citizen, and the state government is committed to connecting every youth with skills. She was speaking on Thursday at the ‘Samarth Bharat – Vichar Goshti’ programme organised by Bhaorao Deoras Seva Nyas at the NDMC Convention Centre.Inspired by the spirit of service and nation-building of the revered Bhaorao Deoras ji, the organisation has been working for yea…
Ahmedabad, Jan 14 (IANS) Infineon Technologies on Wednesday signed a memorandum of understanding with the National Institute of Electronics and Information Technology to strengthen semiconductor skills and workforce development in India, marking a major step in building the country’s chip ecosystem.The agreement was announced in Ahmedabad on January 14, 2026, in the presence of Prime Minister Narendra Modi and German Chancellor Friedrich Merz.The MoU was signed between Infineon Technologies AG…
Jaipur, Jan 12 (IANS) Rajasthan Chief Minister Bhajan Lal Sharma on Monday said youth participation is crucial to realising the vision of a “Developed Rajasthan”, asserting that India is a young nation and its youth form the foundation of both the country and the state.Addressing students from various educational institutions during a pre-budget dialogue at the Chief Minister’s residence, Sharma said the dream of a Developed India and a Developed Rajasthan can be achieved through the energy and …