Industrial package fails to draw much investment in Himachal

SHIMLA – A special package for industrial development in Himachal Pradesh which expires this month is likely to be extended, but experts are sceptical about its impact as the scheme has failed to attract much investment in the past seven years.

Official data shows that the state has got investment of only Rs.6,523 crore, though proposals …. Original source  : Industrial package fails to draw much investment in Himachal.

State Bank Of India Opens Branches In Assam

GUWAHATI, INDIA (GaeaTimes.com)- The Cachar and Hailakandi districts in the state of Assam received three more State Bank of India branches on Saturday. The opening of the new branches in the state comes within a short period of time after the State Bank of India announced that it plans to open as many as … Read the original article on Gaea Times at : State Bank Of India Opens Branches In Assam.

Others can learn from Indian reforms: Trinidad banking head

Port-of-SPAIN – Countries of the world can learn a lot from India’s economic reforms which have been tailored to its unique conditions, Governor of the Central Bank of Trinidad and Tobago Ewart Williams said Saturday.

“We in T&T have a lot to learn from India which has become one of the success stories in global economic … Original source on Gaea Times at : Others can learn from Indian reforms: Trinidad banking head.

Indian women getting ‘empowered’ with direct selling

NEW DELHI – India’s $740-million direct selling industry, where products are sold directly to customers rather than through retail shops, is fast emerging as a viable career option for women, empowering them to earn some decent money from home.

“Most women are raised to believe that they have to be perfect homemakers,” said Chavi Hemanth, secretary … Read more >>.

State Bank Of India Unveils Platinum Card

NEW DELHI, INDIA (GaeaTimes.com)- Leading Public sector bank SBI or State Bank of India which already has a staggering debit card base of 70 million, has added a new platinum debit card to its portfolio. Its other existing offerings are SBI Yuva Card, SBI Gold Debit Card and SBI Cash Plus cards which …. Original article  : State Bank Of India Unveils Platinum Card.

Economy may grow close to 8 percent in fourth quarter: Assocham

NEW DELHI – The Indian economy could grow close to 8 percent in the last quarter of the current fiscal, while the overall growth for the year could be between 7.2-7.4 percent, according to an industry lobby.

“The gross domestic product growth figure could be close to 8 percent for the fourth quarter in view of …. Source  : Gaea News Network.

Bolivia, Argentina sign revised natural gas deal

Sucre (Bolivia), March 28 (IANS/EFE) The Bolivian and Argentine governments have made updates to a natural gas contract dating back to 2006, establishing guarantees for both sides and also for construction of a $98 million gas pipeline.

The changes to the agreement were signed in this southern city by the presidents of the countries’s state-run energy … Original source on Gaea Times at : Bolivia, Argentina sign revised natural gas deal.

Africa looks up to Punjab for ‘green revolution’

CHANDIGARH – African countries are eyeing Indian technology and expertise, especially from Punjab, to bring in a green revolution that will help them ensure food security and even export food grains to other countries.

“With a proven, impressive track record in the field of agriculture, India is a role model for us. We are hoping to …. Read the original article  : Africa looks up to Punjab for ‘green revolution’.

Africa is destination next for India Inc (Comment)

The move by India’s top telecom player Bharti Airtel to acquire the African assets of Kuwait’s Zain marks the biggest foray of a domestic company into the continent. The landmark deal, estimated at $10.7 billion, raises the level of Indian investments in Africa to $16.7 billion.

Airtel’s entry into Africa is hugely significant as it underlines … Read the original article on Gaea Times at : Africa is destination next for India Inc (Comment).

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Palin pumps up tea party activists in dusty Nevada desert hometown of Democrat Harry Reid

Palin to tea party rally: Don’t sit down, shut up
SEARCHLIGHT, Nev. – Sarah Palin told thousands of tea party activists assembled in the dusty Nevada desert Saturday that Sen. Harry Reid will have to explain his votes when he comes back to his hometown to campaign.
The wind whipped … Original source on Gaea Times at : Palin pumps up tea party activists in dusty Nevada desert hometown of Democrat Harry Reid.

Obama’s requirement that Americans get health insurance was GOP idea around for years

Obama health insurance requirement taken from GOP
WASHINGTON – Republicans were for President Barack Obama’s requirement that Americans get health insurance before they were against it.
The obligation in the new health care law is a Republican idea that’s been around at least two decades. It was once trumpeted as an alternative …. Source article on Gaea Times at  : Obama’s requirement that Americans get health insurance was GOP idea around for years.