With the aim of enhancing co-operation between India, Brazil and South Africa in the field of Small Industries, the Third Tri-nation Summit for Small Business Development began in Faridabad. Inaugurating the Summit the Union Minister of Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises Shri Mahabir Prasad raised hope that the summit will help the small industries of IBSA countries to meet global challenges. The Minister said that in order to achieve this objective, it is essential to have synergy between the complimentary strengths of MSMEs of these three countries. This synergy will not only improve the competitiveness of small enterprises but will also enable them to enhance their participation in global market. …more »

Agriculture and Food Processing are important sectors of the Indian Economy. Given its diverse agro-climatic zones, strong natural resource base and manpower availability, India holds tremendous advantages in Agriculture for processing and value addition. This sector currently contributes 19 per cent of India’s GDP and retains its significance by holding 65 per cent of the population for employment and livelihood. …more »

The total approximate earnings of Indian Railways on originating basis during the period 1st November – 10th November 2008 were Rs. 2027.77 crore compared to Rs. 1864.32 crore during the same period last year, registering an increase of 8.77 per cent. …more »

RAILWAY WOMEN’S WELFARE CENTRAL ORGANISATION ORGANISES WOMEN’S DAY CELEBRATIONS
Thirty one outstanding women employees of Railways were honoured on the occasion of Women’s Day celebrations organized by Railway Women’s Welfare Central Organization (RWWCO), apex body of the chain of Women’s Welfare Organisations spread over all Indian Railways, here today. Besides, 16 talented children from the Indian Railways were also given prizes for winning All Indian Drawing and Painting Competition 2008. Similarly, 30 children also received prizes for winning the Drawing & Painting Competition as well as Essay Competition organized in Railway Board’s office. …more »