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RS chair calls for debate, national policy on freebies
The MPLADS scheme allows lawmakers to suggest developmental works in their constituencies, such as the construction of roads, schools and other physical infrastructure.
Published on Mar 20, 2025 08:02 AM IST
Need to deliberate on freebies: Jagdeep Dhankhar tells lawmakers
The comments came as Samajwadi Party lawmaker Ramgopal Yadav sought an increase in Members of Parliament Local Area Development funds from ₹5 crore to ₹20 crore
Updated on Mar 19, 2025 12:57 PM IST
PM E-DRIVE scheme: ₹10,000 subsidy for EV 2-wheelers, ₹50,000 for 3-wheelers
The new PM E-DRIVE scheme aims to fix loopholes and shortcomings of the past FAME schemes to address problems like improper subsidy claims for imported vehicles
Published on Sep 13, 2024 04:29 PM IST
HT News Desk | Edited by Abhyjith K. Ashokan
Cabinet approves Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana (PMAY)-Urban 2.0 Scheme: Eligibility
The PMAY-U 2.0 scheme is to give financial support for middle class and impoverished families for building, buying, or renting reasonably priced urban homes
Published on Aug 12, 2024 05:16 PM IST
HT News Desk | Edited by Abhyjith K. Ashokan
Inadequate subsidies, insignificant slum redevelopment: CSEP report on PMAY
Under PMAY, 11.8 million houses have been sanctioned, while more than 8.55 million houses have already been delivered to the beneficiaries since 2015, making it one of the largest housing schemes globally
Published on Aug 11, 2024 04:19 PM IST
L-G Sinha Inaugurates J&K film conclave, unveils J&K Film Policy 2024
Sinha today inaugurated the J&K Film Conclave, organised by department of information & public relations and also unveiled J&K Film Policy 2024 and launched a slew of initiatives including single window portal for film shooting permissions and subsidies, J&K Film Screening Series and frames of Transformation Photography competition.
Updated on Aug 02, 2024 06:40 AM IST
HT Correspondent, Srinagar
EV two and three-wheeler EMPS subsidy extended to September 30 and outlay upped
The Electric Mobility Promotion Scheme (EMPS) 2024, aimed to replace the FAME scheme has been extended to September end and outlay has also been increased.
Published on Jul 27, 2024 08:52 PM IST
HT News Desk | Edited by Abhyjith K. Ashokan
Union Budget 2024: Where does Centre spend the most money?
Union Budget 2024: Interest, defence, and subsidies dominate the Union Budget 2024 allocation. Which are the top 10 major expenditure areas?
Updated on Jul 23, 2024 01:41 PM IST
Skewed subsidies make paddy most profitable
Massive subsidies for growers of paddy (rice), a water-guzzling cereal that has ecologically ruined Punjab and Haryana, along with state-guaranteed purchases,have made it the most profitable crop in the country, the reason why farmers don’t want to shift to scarce items such as pulses, a new study has said.
Updated on Jul 20, 2024 08:14 AM IST
Zia Haq, New Delhi
Uttar Pradesh extends EV subsidy scheme for 3 years: How car buyers can benefit?
Uttar Pradesh extends Electric Vehicle Policy till 2027, offers subsidies and incentives to promote clean mobility solutions.
Updated on Jul 16, 2024 05:04 PM IST
HT News Desk | Edited by Mallika Soni
Union Budget 2024: Date, time and all you need to know
The 2024 Union Budget will focus on ease of doing business, infrastructure spending, and will have new tax deduction and exemption limits.
Updated on Jul 22, 2024 10:38 AM IST
Government invites applications from farmers for subsidy on agricultural equipment
Under the Scheme, applications for various agricultural equipment such as the super straw management system (Super SMS), happy seeder/smart seeder, super seeder, paddy straw chopper/shredder/mulcher, shrub master/rotary slasher, surface seeder, hydraulic reversible MB plough etc will be accepted from noon on July 2 until 12 midnight on July 16.
Updated on Jul 01, 2024 07:20 PM IST
HT Correspondent, Lucknow
Understanding effect of Centre’s $400 bn welfare spend on monthly consumption
PM Modi's welfare initiatives are central to his re-election campaign. However, critics argue that the true benefits of these schemes are overestimated
Published on May 25, 2024 08:45 AM IST
Trade barriers on Chinese EVs a 'big trap', says Stellantis CEO
Trade barriers on Chinese EVs a 'big trap', says Stellantis CEO
Published on May 17, 2024 04:13 AM IST
AFP |
CM’s arrest will not affect subsidies in Delhi, says LG
The LG further said that the subsidy schemes are those of the government and not driven by or dependent on any individual holding any position
Updated on Apr 14, 2024 05:28 AM IST
Subsidies to continue in Delhi, don't pay attention to rumours: LG VK Saxena
Saxena highlighted that the schemes are being compensated by the consolidated fund of the NCT and not from the account of any individual or political party.
Published on Apr 13, 2024 08:34 PM IST
Japan next-generation chip venture handed $3.9bn subsidies
Japan next-generation chip venture handed $3.9bn subsidies
Published on Apr 02, 2024 09:18 AM IST
AFP |
Malaysia’s Plan to Cut Subsidies This Year Hits a Speed Bump
The Malaysian government’s long-awaited plan to cut fuel subsidies this year and tighten its finances has hit a major speed bump: Most citizens aren’t cooperating.
Published on Mar 29, 2024 08:17 AM IST
Bloomberg |
AAP govt notifies new solar policy in Delhi
Atishi said that the government will set up camps across the city to facilitate the setting up of solar panels
Updated on Mar 17, 2024 02:06 AM IST
UP unveils subsidies for semiconductor units
Investors will get substantial subsidies on capital, interest and land along with exemptions from stamp duty, registration fees, and electricity duty in establishing semiconductor units, which are considered the backbone of electronics goods manufacturing in the state under the new policy
Updated on Mar 05, 2024 05:32 AM IST
Kerala assembly: Oppn slams govt for essential food subsidy revision
The ruckus erupted on the LDF government’s decision to revise the subsidies of 13 essential items sold through the outlets of Supplyco.
Updated on Feb 16, 2024 02:07 AM IST
Vishnu Varma, Kochi
China says won't rock the boat at WTO fishing talks
China says won't rock the boat at WTO fishing talks
Updated on Feb 16, 2024 07:48 AM IST
AFP |
Delhi govt’s aim: Meet 20% of power demand through solar by 2027
Kejriwal said the objective is to triple the Capital’s installed solar power capacity from the current 1,500MW to 4,500MW in three years
Updated on Jan 30, 2024 06:00 AM IST
What to watch out for in Interim Budget ahead of Lok Sabha polls
Interim Budget 2024: The economy’s rapid expansion has led to a tax windfall for the government, helping it meet its goals of curbing the deficit.
Published on Jan 29, 2024 11:53 AM IST
Bloomberg |
Interim Budget to focus on Viksit Bharat
The interim budget to be tabled on February 1 is expected to focus on relief for the middle class, measures to check inflation, agriculture, manufacturing, welfare schemes, and the goal of building a $5 trillion economy. It will also emphasize the government’s economic vision for women, youth, farmers, and the poor. No major new schemes are expected, but there may be adjustments to direct taxes and customs duties. The government is also prepared to take pre-emptive measures to control inflation caused by supply disruptions due to geopolitical reasons.
Updated on Jan 29, 2024 05:50 AM IST
Rajeev Jayaswal, New Delhi
India not to accept any multilateral curb on activities of its fishermen
India will not accept any multilateral curb on the activities of its nine million fisherman families, people familiar with the matter said
Updated on Jan 25, 2024 06:24 AM IST
Rajeev Jayaswal
‘Pune has adequate facilities to be developed as medical tourism hub’
India is working on a new tourism policy to boost the industry. The government plans to include subsidies and benefits for medical tourists in the upcoming budget. Pune, a city in India, is aiming to become a medical tourism hub but faces tough competition from other countries. The government is also planning to upgrade infrastructure and increase connectivity to attract more tourists.
Updated on Jan 07, 2024 06:28 AM IST
Vicky Pathare
Delhi govt to extend EV incentives till March
In a related development, the Delhi government has almost finalised a new EV policy,the Delhi EV policy 2.0
Updated on Dec 28, 2023 05:50 AM IST
Alok K N Mishra, New Delhi
‘Nothing should be free,’ says Narayana Murthy at Bengaluru Tech Summit
Speaking at the 26th edition of Bengaluru Tech Summit 2023, Narayana Murthy suggested that people availing government services should contribute back.
Updated on Nov 30, 2023 11:46 AM IST
Is there more room for competitive populism?
Higher than expected tax revenues provide a cushion for the government. However, concerns remain about the medium-term fiscal deficit
Published on Nov 15, 2023 10:51 PM IST
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