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October 29, 2026 1:38 PM

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Government procures around 38 lakh metric tonnes of produce through e-Samyukti

The government has said that the e-Samyukti platform has facilitated procurement from over 43 lakh farmers, with around 38 lakh metric tonnes of produce procured and more than 13 thousand crore rupees transferred to farmers.   The e-Samyukti platform is a digital initiative of the National Cooperati...

October 29, 2026 1:15 PM

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India’s real GDP grew 7.8% in Q1 of 2026-27, says CEA Dr Anantha Nageswaran

Chief Economic Adviser (CEA) Dr V. Anantha Nageswaran today highlighted that India’s real GDP grew by 7.8% in the first quarter of 2026-27, supported by strong manufacturing and investment. Dr Nageswaran also noted that manufacturing Gross Value Added stood at 9.2% in the first quarter of 2026-27 an...

October 29, 2026 12:29 PM

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ESIC extends New Amnesty Scheme by three months on existing terms and conditions

The Employees’ State Insurance Corporation (ESIC) has extended the New Amnesty Scheme, 2025 till 31st December this year. The scheme which was in effect from 1st October 2025 to 30th September 2026 has been extended for three months on existing terms and conditions. Ministry of Labour and Employment...