Month: July 2023

Mumbai Records 9,923 Property Registrations in July 2023 – Down 4% from June and 12% Annually

Vijay Raman

  Govt. collects INR 808 Crore revenue in July – down 6% over June and 3% over July 2022 Home sizes from 500 – 1,000 sq ft dominated with a 51% share, followed by properties sized under 500 sq ft with 35%. Properties of 1,000+ sq ft accounted for just 14% Ticket sizes from INR 80 lakh – 1.5 Cr saw highest activity with 43% of the total; followed by the INR 1.5 Cr – 2.5 Cr segment with 27% Western suburbs saw the highest launches with 55%, followed by the Central Suburbs with 38%  …

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Nav Bharat Saksharta Karyakram on 3rd Anniversary of NEP 2020

Vijay Raman

The Prime Minister inaugurated Akhil Bharatiya Shiksha Samagam 2023 at Bharat Mandapam, Pragati Maidan, New Delhi on 3rd anniversary of NEP 2020.   On the sidelines, the Union Minister of Education and Minister of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship, Shri Dharmendra Pradhan, launched the logo, slogan-Jan Jan Sakshar and mobile application of ULLAS: Nav Bharat Saksharta Karyakram at Bharat Mandapam, Pragati Maidan, New Delhi.   Speaking on the occasion Shri Pradhan said that the ULLAS mobile application marks a significant milestone in harnessing the potential of technology to facilitate widespread access…

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GOBARdhan Initiative Begins Reaping Good Results & Stimulating Investments In Biogas Sector in India

Vijay Raman

The GOBARdhan initiative of the Union Government which aims to transform “Waste to Wealth” using a “Whole of Government” approach has started stimulating investments and reaping good results by creating a nurturing ecosystem for Compressed Biogas (CBG)/Biogas through a slew of policy enablers and attractive benefits. The Unified Registration Portal for GOBARdhan, developed by Department of Drinking Water and Sanitation, the nodal coordination department, and launched by the Union Minister for Jal Shakti, Shri Gajendra Singh Shekhawat on 1st June 2023, is witnessing laudable enthusiasm from States/UTs and CBG/Biogas operators/…

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​Role of a real estate advisor

Vijay Raman

Rajan Thakral, Realty advisor       A real estate consultant is more than just an advisor. He is your ally in the realm of real estate. Their expertise, market insights, and personalized guidance can make a significant difference in the success of your property ventures.  Whether you are selling, buying, or investing, partnering with a real estate consultant will help you to navigate and reach the goal. So before embarking on your property  journey, consider enlisting the services of a real estate consultant.           1.…

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Branded vs Unbranded – 8 Reasons Why Developer Reputation Matters

Vijay Raman

– by Akash Pharande, Managing Director – Pharande Spaces The Indian housing sector has seen the stronger emergence of branded developers over the last two decades. But after Covid-19, we are seeing a majority of homebuyers preferring properties by branded developers. Most industry estimates concur that around 70% of the projects by value in top Indian cities are by branded developers. If you’re on the market for a home, your first preference will be a property in a project by such a developer. In the broadest sense, a branded real…

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SemiconIndia 2023 inaugurated in Gandhinagar, Gujarat

Vijay Raman

India is leading the technology revolution with focus on electronics. As part of the revolution, semiconductors play an indispensable role and have applications in nearly all sectors, including communication, defence, automobiles and computing devices. Strengthening the important pillar of progress of the country – ‘Electronics’ and reinforcing the vision of ‘Aatmanirbhar Bharat’, India is poised to broaden and deepen its value chain and facilitate a world class semiconductor manufacturing ecosystem.   To showcase India as a hub for semiconductor design and manufacturing, SemiconIndia 2022 Conference was organised in Bengaluru last…

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New products & nutraceuticals added Under Jan Aushadhi Pariyojana

Vijay Raman

Pharmaceuticals & Medical Devices Bureau of India (PMBI), the implementing agency of Pradhan Mantri Bhartiya Janaushadhi Pariyojana (PMBJP) added new products in their basket such as Dapagliflozin 10mg & Metformin Hydrochloride(Extended Release) 1000mg Tablets  for Diabetes, Jan Aushadhi Protein (High Protein) Powder, Jan Aushadhi Protein for Women (Whey Protein Powder), etc.   Pharmaceuticals & Medical Devices Bureau of India (PMBI), which implements Pradhan Mantri Bhartiya Janaushadhi Pariyojana (PMBJP) regularly analyses various trends of the market and based on the analysis, includes medicines and other products to sell through these Kendras…

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Mera Gaon Meri Dharohar’ Virtual Museum launched

Vijay Raman

India continues to demonstrate its commitment to digital and sustainable trade facilitation, as evidenced by its outstanding performance in the recently released United Nations Economic and Social Commission for Asia Pacific's (UNESCAP) Global Survey on Digital and Sustainable Trade Facilitation. The 2023 survey, covering more than 140 economies and evaluating 60 trade facilitation measures, has positioned India at the forefront of global trade facilitation efforts, with an impressive score of 93.55% in 2023 vis a vis 90.32% in 2021.   The 2023 Survey has recognized India's exceptional progress across various…

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Backstop fund, AMC repo clearing launch in Mumbai on Friday

Vijay Raman

India continues to demonstrate its commitment to digital and sustainable trade facilitation, as evidenced by its outstanding performance in the recently released United Nations Economic and Social Commission for Asia Pacific's (UNESCAP) Global Survey on Digital and Sustainable Trade Facilitation. The 2023 survey, covering more than 140 economies and evaluating 60 trade facilitation measures, has positioned India at the forefront of global trade facilitation efforts, with an impressive score of 93.55% in 2023 vis a vis 90.32% in 2021.   The 2023 Survey has recognized India's exceptional progress across various…

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NHA launches 100 Microsites Project to accelerate digital health adoption across the country

Vijay Raman

In the endeavor to promote digital health adoption and hence make healthcare more accessible to all, the National Health Authority (NHA) has launched 100 Microsites Project under Ayushman Bharat Digital Mission (ABDM). A Microsite, within the context of ABDM, shall be a cluster of all small and medium scale clinics, nursing homes, hospitals (preferably <10 bedded), labs, pharmacies and other healthcare facilities that are ABDM-enabled and offer digital health services to the patients. These Microsites would be established across the country in various states/UTs, majorly implemented by State Mission Directors…

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