Cabinet Approves ToR for 8th Central Pay Commission; Justice Ranjana Prakash Desai to Lead Panel

8th Pay Commission Latest Update November 2025

NEW DELHI, November 12, 2025 — The Union Cabinet, led by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, has formally approved the Terms of Reference (ToR) and the composition of the 8th Central Pay Commission (8th CPC), initiating the long-awaited process to revise the pay, allowances, and pension structure for Central Government employees and pensioners. The crucial decision … Read more

Ladli Behna Yojana Update: State Governments Enhance Benefits; Maharashtra Sets November 18 e-KYC Deadline

Ladli Behna Yojana Update: Woman successfully completing e-KYC verification using a mobile phone for the scheme benefits.

Several state governments across India, including those running the high-impact Ladli Behna Yojana (Madhya Pradesh) and Mukhyamantri Majhi Ladki Bahin Yojana (Maharashtra), have recently announced significant updates to their women-centric welfare schemes. While most states are focused on enhancing financial benefits and simplifying applications, beneficiaries in Maharashtra face a critical compliance requirement: the mandatory e-KYC … Read more

EV Charging Stations on the Delhi-Mumbai Corridor

DC Fast EV charging station with CCS2 connector at a Wayside Amenity on the Delhi-Mumbai Expressway

The Delhi-Mumbai Expressway (DME), a flagship project of the National Highways Authority of India (NHAI), is being developed as a major “Green Corridor“, and a critical component of this initiative is the extensive provision of Electric Vehicle (EV) charging infrastructure. This transformation is set to significantly boost long-distance EV travel confidence. Current and Planned Infrastructure … Read more

Travel Advisory: Navigating India’s New Digital Expressways (Focus on Delhi-Mumbai Corridor)

Travel Advisory: Navigating India’s New Digital Expressways (Focus on Delhi-Mumbai Corridor)

Essential Guide to India’s New Digital Expressways-Delhi-Mumbai Corridor With India rapidly transitioning to digitally enabled, high-speed corridors like the completed sections of the Delhi-Mumbai Expressway, it is crucial for travelers to understand the new mandatory rules and digital tools to ensure a seamless, congestion-free journey. Here is what every driver needs to know before traveling … Read more

Women-Led Development: States Boost Funding for Maternal Health and Women Entrepreneurship Schemes

States Boost Women’s Welfare, Financial Aid, Health — visual summary for Growing Bharat article

Several state governments across India have recently announced a substantial increase in the financial outlay and scope for key women’s empowerment schemes, signaling a renewed policy focus on maternal health, grassroots worker welfare, and economic self-reliance. This significant expansion aims to reduce gender gaps in nutrition, income, and access to capital, benefiting millions of women … Read more

RBI Mandates Strict Compliance with Digital Lending Guidelines; Penalties Clarified

RBI Digital Lending Compliance Mandate — visual summary for Growing Bharat article

The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has issued a fresh circular reinforcing its stringent guidelines for Digital Lending Ecosystem participants and clarifying the framework for penal action against entities found non-compliant. The move is aimed at strengthening consumer protection, ensuring fair practice in debt collection, and instilling greater transparency within the rapidly expanding Fintech sector … Read more

Puravankara Reports ₹663 Crore Revenue in Q2FY26, Driving 28% Growth YoY

Puravankara's Q2 FY26 revenue growth of 28% year-on-year.

Bengaluru, November 8, 2025 – Real estate major Puravankara Limited has reported robust financial growth for the second quarter of the fiscal year 2025-26, signaling sustained momentum in the Indian property market. The company announced a total revenue of ₹663 crore for Q2 FY26, marking an impressive 28% increase year-on-year (YoY). The revenue surge was … Read more