Commercial LPG hike by Rs 16.5 per cylinder, jet fuel up 1.45%; household cooking gas remains unchanged – Times of India

Commercial LPG hike by Rs 16.5 per cylinder, jet fuel up 1.45%; household cooking gas remains unchanged – Times of India

NEW DELHI: The cost of commercial LPG and aviation fuel prices surged on Sunday following the monthly revision aimed at aligning with trends in international oil prices. State-owned oil firms raised commercial LPG rates, used in hotels and restaurants by Rs 16.5 per to Rs 1818.50 per 19 kg cylinder.Aviation turbine fuel (ATF) prices in…

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Finance minister Sitharaman encourages regional rural banks to onboard customers to digital services by December – Times of India

Finance minister Sitharaman encourages regional rural banks to onboard customers to digital services by December – Times of India

NEW DELHI: Union finance minister Nirmala Sitharaman, encouraged regional rural banks (RRBs) to bring rural customers onto digital platforms for services such as internet banking, mobile banking and UPI.While addressing a review meeting with eight RRBs from Bihar, Jharkhand, Odisha, and West Bengal held in Patna, on Friday, she highlighted the importance of digital inclusion.In…

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India signs  million deal with ADB to enhance horticulture yields – Times of India

India signs $98 million deal with ADB to enhance horticulture yields – Times of India

India has signed a $98 million loan agreement with the Asian Development Bank (ADB) to improve horticulture crop productivity, the ministry of finance announced on Friday.“The Government of India and the Asian Development Bank (ADB) today signed a $98 million loan to improve horticulture crop farmers’ access to certified disease-free planting materials, which will boost…

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Bank Holidays December 2024: On what days will banks be closed in December? Check state-wise holiday list – Times of India

Bank Holidays December 2024: On what days will banks be closed in December? Check state-wise holiday list – Times of India

In December 2024, banks will be closed for various occasions apart from every Sunday and second and fourth Saturdays. Bank Holidays December 2024: Banks will be closed for several days during December 2024 for various regional and national holidays. The Reserve Bank of India’s website provides detailed information about these holidays, which vary by state.In…

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Indian Railways’ first bullet train, with 250 kmph average speed & Kavach 5.0, is being made in India – check details – Times of India

Indian Railways’ first bullet train, with 250 kmph average speed & Kavach 5.0, is being made in India – check details – Times of India

The planned indigenous high-speed trains will be developed from the current Vande Bharat platform. (AI image) Indian Railways picks speed on bullet train manufacturing! India is advancing towards domestic manufacturing of bullet trains and associated signalling systems for future standard gauge high-speed corridors, according to senior government officials. The implementation of significant infrastructure projects, including…

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IAF’s Sukhoi-30 MKI fighter jets: India, Russia exploring joint production of Sukhoi engine – Times of India

IAF’s Sukhoi-30 MKI fighter jets: India, Russia exploring joint production of Sukhoi engine – Times of India

The Sukhoi 30-MKI fighter jets form the backbone of the Indian Air Force. Sukhoi-30 MKIs: India and Russia are considering joint production of engines for Sukhoi fighter aircraft, according to informed sources. The HAL chairman and managing director, DK Sunil, is currently in Russia, preceding defence minister Rajnath Singh’s Moscow visit scheduled for December 8-10.DK…

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