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Infrastructure refers to the fundamental facilities and systems serving a country. It includes transportation networks, utilities, and communication systems. Good infrastructure supports economic growth and improves quality of life. In India, it plays a crucial role in connecting diverse regions. Investments in infrastructure can enhance trade and accessibility. Effective infrastructure is vital for sustainable development and urban planning.

Maritime Infrastructure Perspective Plan

The Minister of State for Defence has launched the Maritime Infrastructure Perspective Plan (MIPP) 2023-37 during the Naval Commanders Conference. The MIPP aims to align India's naval infrastructure...

 September 6, 2023

Agriculture Infrastructure and Development Cess (AIDC)

The Indian government has recently granted an exemption from the 15 percent Agriculture Infrastructure and Development Cess (AIDC) on imports of LPG (liquified petroleum gas), including liquified propane...

 September 4, 2023

Urban Infrastructure Development Fund (UIDF)

The initial batch of loans to support ongoing projects in tier-2 and tier-3 cities, as part of the Urban Infrastructure Development Fund (UIDF) introduced in the FY24 Budget,...

 September 4, 2023

India’s Youth Unemployment & Imperative of Human Infrastructure Development

India, renowned as the fastest-growing major economy globally, has garnered attention for its impressive economic strides. However, beneath this growth lies a concerning reality: nearly a quarter of...

 August 26, 2023

TRAI’s Recommendations for Strengthening India’s Submarine Cable Infrastructure

The Telecom Regulatory Authority of India (TRAI) has recently put forth its recommendations on the 'Licensing Framework and Regulatory Mechanism for Submarine Cable Landing in India.' These recommendations...

 June 23, 2023

Infrastructure Finance Company

Infrastructure finance companies are specialized financial institutions that provide loans for infrastructure projects. These companies do not accept deposits like traditional banks but focus solely on lending to...

 March 15, 2023

Global Greenhouse Gas Monitoring Infrastructure

The increasing levels of greenhouse gases in the atmosphere have been a major cause of global warming and climate change. Scientists have warned that without taking necessary actions...

 March 10, 2023

Infrastructure and Project Monitoring Division (IPMD)

The Infrastructure and Project Monitoring Division (IPMD) is a government agency under the Union Ministry of Statistics and Programme Implementation that is responsible for monitoring central sector infrastructure...

 February 4, 2023

Coalition for Disaster Resilient Infrastructure (CDRI)

The Coalition for Disaster Resilient Infrastructure (CDRI) is an international partnership of various organizations and governments working to promote disaster resilience. PM Modi promoted CDRI as an important...

 November 13, 2021

Infrastructure for Resilient Island State (IRIS)

IRIS is an initiative to strengthen the infrastructure of small island developing states. It was announced by Prime Minister Narendra Modi at the COP26 meeting which was held...

 November 8, 2021

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