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Shri Dharmendra Pradhan Launches Indian Gas Exchange

Minister of Petroleum and Natural Gas & Steel Shri Dharmendra Pradhan launched the Indian Gas Exchange (IGX), first nationwide online delivery-based gas trading platform, in an e-ceremony today. IGX will be a delivery-based trading platform for delivery of natural Gas

India to Complete the Construction of Strategic DSDBO Road in Ladakh by Year-End

Amidst the ongoing tensions between India and China along the Line of Actual Control (LAC) over the border dispute in eastern Ladakh resulting in military buildup by both the sides, the Indian security establishment, understanding the seriousness of the border infrastructure, seems to be hurrying upon completing the infrastructure projects that are critical to national security.

India’s New Wheat Basket

For the past six decades, Punjab has held the enviable position of being India’s wheat basket. The state had been the unbeaten champion when it came to cultivating and procuring wheat and sending it to the central pool. But in a ground-breaking shift this year, Madhya Pradesh dethroned it to become India’s top wheat producer.

Revival Sign: Hiring Up in Some Sectors

In signs of revival, hiring has picked up in select sectors and profiles. Industry experts said over the last couple of weeks, they have seen an uptick in hiring compared to the last couple of months.
Although the data is raw, sectors such as edutech, e-commerce, data processing, supply chain management, banking, FMCG, healthcare, insurance, digital experts, fintech and pharma have witnessed an increase in hiring.

All Households in Remote Corner of Arunachal Pradesh Getting Tap Connections Under Jal Jeevan Mission

This is a powerful image depicting transportation of pipes to the remote Hiba village in Kurung Kumey district of Arunachal Pradesh, where the only available means of transportation (earthern road) in fair weather is used. Under Jal Jeevan Mission (JJM), every rural household is to be provided with a Functional Household Tap Connection (FHTC) ensuring adequate and safe drinking water on a regular basis, including such remote villages.