PLI scheme extension: Govt pushes last date for textile sector applications to December 31; cites industry demand

The Centre has extended the deadline for fresh applications to its textile Production-Linked Incentive (PLI) scheme until December 31, following an encouraging industry response. This move offers prospective investors another opportunity to participate, reflecting growing confidence in domestic manufacturing and market demand for synthetic and specialized fabrics. The scheme aims to boost large-scale production and…

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‘Hideouts are changing’: IAF chief on terror camps shifting locations after Operation Sindoor; warns of ‘smaller structures’

IAF Chief A P Singh stated terrorist groups are relocating deeper into Pakistan post-Operation Sindoor, but India retains accurate deep-strike capabilities. He revealed Operation Sindoor destroyed 4-5 Pakistani fighter jets, damaged airfields, radars, and command centers, and hit other high-value targets, demonstrating India’s effective response to terror.

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‘NPS platform workers model’: HDFC joins Zomato to roll out retirement saving schemes for delivery workers

Food delivery giant Zomato, in partnership with HDFC Pension, launched the ‘NPS Platform Workers Model’ for its delivery partners. This retirement savings scheme, inaugurated by Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman, offers long-term financial benefits like pensions and lump sums to gig workers. Over 30,000 partners have already received PRANs, with a goal of 1 lakh by…

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