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GST collections rise 7.5% in July to Rs 1.96 lakh crore

August 2, 2025 revoi editor

India’s Goods and Services Tax (GST) collections rose to Rs 1.96 lakh crore in July, up 7.5 per cent from the same month of the previous year, according to government data released on Friday. The increase was driven by higher revenue from both domestic transactions and imports, reflecting steady economic activity, though the growth pace […]

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7 coal blocks auctioned in 12th round, to create 7,098 jobs: Centre

August 2, 2025 revoi editor

The Ministry of Coal successfully concluded the 12th round of commercial coal block auctions, with seven coal blocks awarded through forward auctions held between July 28 and July 31. This round included three fully explored and four partially explored blocks, with a cumulative geological reserve of approximately 1,761.49 million tonnes. The peak rated capacity (PRC) […]

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India extending all possible assistance, in touch with friendly govts: MEA on Nimisha Priya case

August 2, 2025 revoi editor

The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) on Friday called the Nimisha Priya case a “sensitive matter” and stated that India is extending all possible assistance and is engaging with friendly governments on the issue. While addressing a weekly media briefing on Friday, MEA spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal stated that the sentencing of Nimisha Priya was deferred […]

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71st National Film Awards announced: Shah Rukh Khan, Vikrant Massey, Rani Mukerji bag top honours

August 2, 2025 revoi editor

The winners of the prestigious 71st National Film Awards for the year 2023 were announced on Friday, celebrating excellence across Indian cinema in various categories. The jury, led by filmmaker Ashutosh Gowariker (Feature Film), P. Sheshadri (Non-Feature Film), and other distinguished members, unveiled the list of awardees in the presence of Dr Ajay Nagabhushan MN, […]

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India buys oil based on global market offerings: MEA

August 2, 2025 revoi editor

India sources its oil purchases based on global market offerings to meet its energy needs, Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal said on Friday. Commenting on media reports that some Indian oil companies have stopped taking oil from Russia, Jaiswal said, “You are aware of our broad approach to energy sourcing requirements, that […]

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India’s forex reserves rise by $2.7 billion to $698.19 billion

August 2, 2025 revoi editor

India’s foreign exchange reserves increased by $2.7 billion to reach $698.19 billion for the week ending July 25, according to data released by the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) on Friday. The rise was led by foreign currency assets, which went up by $1.31 billion to $588.93 billion. These assets, expressed in dollar terms, include […]

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Indian Army inks Rs 223 crore deal for nextgen Tank Transporter Trailers

August 2, 2025 revoi editor

The Indian Army on Friday signed a Rs 223.95 crore deal with Axiscades Aerospace and Technologies Private Limited for the procurement of 212 next-generation 50-tonne Tank Transporter Trailers to speed up logistics in battle situations. These hi-tech trailers feature hydraulic and pneumatic loading ramps along with steerable and liftable axles. These capabilities will enable the […]

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India and Russia have steady, time-tested partnership: MEA

August 2, 2025 revoi editor

Lauding ties between India and Russia, Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal on Friday said that the two nations have a “steady and time-tested partnership”. While addressing a weekly media briefing in New Delhi, Jaiswal noted that India’s ties with any nation stand on their own merit and should not be seen through […]

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PM Modi to visit Varanasi, launch development projects worth Rs 2,200 crore today

August 2, 2025 revoi editor

Prime Minister Narendra Modi today is scheduled to visit Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh, on Saturday to inaugurate and lay the foundation stone for a wide range of development projects worth approximately Rs 2,200 crore. During his visit, PM Modi will address a public gathering at around 11 a.m. and will release the 20th instalment of the […]

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Over 1.97 lakh entities registered under ‘startup’ category on BHASKAR platform

August 2, 2025 revoi editor

The government has informed us that 197,932 entities are registered under the ‘startup’ category on the BHASKAR platform (till June 30). The Bharat Startup Knowledge Access Registry (BHASKAR) enables collaboration among the entrepreneurial ecosystem, including startups. BHASKAR is currently in the pilot phase, wherein key features are being tested, including peer-to-peer interaction, partnerships, and collaborative […]