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First Session of India-Norway Dialogue held in New Delhi
Between January 15, 2020 and January 16, 2020, the first session of India-Norway trade and investment dialogue was held in New Delhi. It was the first meeting of the countries after they signed an agreement in 2019. Highlights India and ..
Month: Current Affairs - January, 2020
GoI halts online drug sales
The Government of India has halted online sales of drugs as it is working on framing rules to regulate the sector. This has hit the pharmacy sector greatly. Delhi High Court’s Order The order of sale prohibition was initiated by ..
Month: Current Affairs - December, 2019
DPIIT invites applications for first ever National Startup Awards 2020
The Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade (DPIIT) under the Union Ministry of Commerce and Industry has announced institution of first ever National Startup Awards. The award was launched by Piyush Goyal, Union Minister for Commerce and Industry ..
DPIIT establishes Development Council for Bicycle
Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade (DPIIT) under Union Ministry of Commerce and Industry has set up a Development Council for Bicycle. The council has been constituted for a period of two years. It will stimulate value chain ..
Month: Current Affairs - November, 2019
Tax Holiday for Startups extended to startups with turnover upto INR 25 crore
In a clarification issued by the Central Board of Direct taxes, a tax holiday has been extended to only those startups with a turnover of INR 25 crore.? What has happened? Startups in India have the potential to provide a ..
GI Tag accorded to three new products
Geographical Indications Registry under Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade (DPIIT) has accorded Geographical Indication (GI) tag to Tirur betel leaf from Kerala, Tawlhlohpuan fabric and Mizo Puanchei shawl/textile from Mizoram. GI product is recognised as originating from ..