Dhankhar underscored economic nationalism as a key element of the Swadeshi movement and the "Vocal for Local" campaign, pointing out the adverse effects of unnecessary imports on the economy. These include draining foreign exchange and hindering job creation for Indian workers.
Speaking on strengthening economic resilience, Jaishankar said the experience of the pandemic, conflicts and climate events have underscored the need for reliable and resilient supply chains.
"Terrorism, extremism and separatism have become deep dangers for our societies. Technology divide and other economic and social challenges from technology is coming to the fore," the Prime Minister said.
The Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs (CCEA) on Friday approved the development of new civil enclaves at Bagdogra and Bihta airports, the Ministry of Civil Aviation said in a release.
The report underscores that Pakistan is grappling with the highest rates of malnutrition ever recorded in its history. Several factors contribute to this escalating crisis, including economic hardship, food insecurity, healthcare access, climate and environmental challenges
Last year, Uzbekistan produced 110.8 tonnes of gold, ranking it tenth globally. The country's central bank was the second-largest net seller of gold worldwide, selling around 25 tonnes, just behind Kazakhstan, according to the World Gold Council.
On August 16, PML-N President Nawaz Sharif directed his brother Shehbaz Sharif and daughter Maryam Nawaz to collaborate on resolving the rising electricity bills, a key issue for the party's revival. During a senior leadership meeting, Nawaz Sharif discussed tackling electricity costs, party
The Rural economy of India has emerged as a significant driver of economic growth, outpacing urban areas largely due to increased government spending in the recent quarters, highlighted a report by Anand Rathi, a financial service company.
Many businesses are contemplating relocating to countries with more stable internet services, threatening Pakistan's reputation as a digital entrepreneurship hub and economic stability. Industry leaders warn that the current conditions are damaging the country's ability to compete globally.
With growing global fragmentation, and geopolitical and geostrategic shifts, de-dollarisation plans are gathering currency. On the other hand, BRICS countries are working on reducing dollar dominance in the global financial system by replacing it with a new global currency.
More Indians should invest in domestic startups to sustain the growth of the Indian startup sector, India's G20 Sherpa Amitabh Kant has said, noting that most countries across the world have high regard for India's economic growth and the Indian companies should get bigger