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Cabinet approves Rs 69,515 crore outlay to extend crop insurance schemes; PM Modi says govt’s first decision in new year dedicated to farmers | India News – Times of India

Cabinet approves Rs 69,515 crore outlay to extend crop insurance schemes; PM Modi says govt’s first decision in new year dedicated to farmers | India News – Times of India

NEW DELHI: Government on Wednesday approved the continuation of the Centre’s flagship crop insurance schemes, until 2025-26, allocating a total outlay of Rs 69,515.71 crore for the period from 2021-22 to 2025-26.The decision was taken during a meeting of the Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs (CCEA), chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi. The Cabinet also sanctioned a new fund with …

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India’s economic snapshot 2024: Geopolitical wins, defence investments, and more | India News – Times of India

India’s economic snapshot 2024: Geopolitical wins, defence investments, and more | India News – Times of India

NEW DELHI: India’s economic growth remained resilient in 2024, with projections reflecting a strong trajectory despite global challenges. The finance ministry estimates a 6.5% GDP growth rate for the fiscal year 2024-25, while the World Bank’s India Development Update forecasts an even higher 7% growth, solidifying India’s position as the world’s fastest-growing major economy.India is currently the fifth-largest economy in …

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