With shrinking transistor sizes, a shift from 2D to 3D structures, and the adoption of metal materials in 2nm chip production, the limitations of current optical measurement become more apparent. Consequently, critical dimensions cannot be accurately measured, directly impacting yield and leading to poor outcomes. The In-Line X-Ray Critical Dimension Metrology System (XRCD) is a specialized system utilized in the semiconductor manufacturing industry for the purpose of measuring critical dimensions using X-ray technology. During semiconductor manufacturing processes, these systems commonly monitor the dimensions and configuration of microstructures to ensure that the produced components meet specified specifications and yield.
ITRI and NanoSeeX have developed the first In-Line X-Ray Critical Dimension Metrology System (XRCD). A perfect balance between measurement area ( 1 micrometre) can be achieved with sufficient signal intensity by combining with highly efficient focusing optical with a specific soft X-ray wavelength. Additionally, utilizing an exclusive background subtraction patent, specific target signals can be extracted and analyzed from complex spatial signals generated by three-dimensional structures.
In signal analysis, NanoSeeX has pioneered the integration of interference signals from interface reflections and high order mode signal techniques, along with multi-physics models. This approach, compared to traditional Fourier transform signal analysis, not only enables more precise thickness measurements but also reduces correlations between fitting parameters in complex 3D structures. With AI-driven machine learning, the measurement accuracy of 3D complex structure CD can reach
CO2 Fixing Polycarbonate (FCO2PC) technology produces high performance polycarbonate using CO2 captured from factory combustion flue gas. This non-petroleum-based material significantly reduces carbon emissions. The FCO2PC process is energy efficient and all chemicals in the process are nontoxic, recycled and generate no harmful pollutants.
As the global polycarbonate market size continues to increase, the use of captured CO2 as a chemical raw material to produce polymers has an obvious ecological advantage over conventional polymers. The entire process of FCO2PC is close looped, zero waste and nontoxic. The technological breakthrough is the sophisticated catalysts used in carefully designed quantities and with unique physical properties. It solves the common environmental problems in traditional processes, avoids toxic chemical feedstock, and recycles all solvents and wastewater. In partnership with Chi Mei Corporation, FCO2PC is undergoing field testing and is expected to reduce carbon emissions by 17%, or 178,500 metric tons annually.
FCO2PC was invented to solve challenges in both carbon capture and storage in one process. It is a production process that uses the captured CO2 from combustion flue gas as raw material and through esterification and transesterification, producing polycarbonate for commercial use. FCO2PC matches BPA polycarbonate in quality and is suitable for a wide range of applications, including safety helmets, phone cases, headlamp covers, eye protection and more.
The 2024 R&D 100 Awards saw Taiwan achieve its best record in history, winning 15 awards, making it the top winner in Asia and second globally. The Industrial Technology Research Institute (ITRI) won eight awards, the Institute for Information Industry (III) received three awards, the Taiwan Textile Research Institute (TTRI) earned three awards, and the Metal Industries Research & Development Centre took home one award. The award-winning technologies align with global trends, focusing on semiconductors, ICT, net-zero emissions, and AI ecosystems, showcasing abundant research and development achievements. In particular, Taiwan made remarkable progress in AI and net-zero technologies, demonstrating the country’s outstanding and internationally competitive innovation capabilities.
This year, nine of the award-winning technologies have already entered partnerships with industry players, serving as a gateway for these technologies and driving industrial value. The list of award-winning technologies reveals the global direction in areas such as semiconductors, ICT, net-zero emissions, and AI ecosystem applications. For instance, ITRI’s collaboration with Powerchip Semiconductor on a 3D AI chip has reduced power consumption by 90% and increased data speed by eight times. Additionally, ITRI’s carbon capture and utilization technology, developed in partnership with Chi Mei Corporation, is undergoing field testing and is expected to reduce carbon emissions by 17%, or 178,500 metric tons annually. These achievements align with government policies and reflect global development priorities. Notably, AI applications have seen significant success this year, accounting for 6 out of the 14 awarded technologies. These innovations span fields such as healthcare, traffic safety, energy management, industrial processes, and defect inspection, demonstrating Taiwan’s advancement in AI across various industries and its critical role in the global supply chain.
The Kaohsiung-Pingtung Branch of the Bureau of Industrial Parks (BIP) of the Ministry of Economic Affairs (MOEA) held an “Innovation Tea Party” on September 9, 2024, to celebrate the anniversary. The event invited chairpersons of factory associations and key enterprises from several industrial parks, such as Yongan, Dashe, Renwu, and Fengshan, Linhai, Dafa, Linyuan-Pingtung, Neipu, Pingnan, and Pingtoung Technology Industrial Parks to exchange ideas and provide suggestions, aiming to push forward sustainable development. After the meeting, around 400 representatives from various companies participated in a pop-up event in front of the administration building, forming the BIP’s emblem, symbolizing the collective intelligence to shape the future.
You Shu-hui, the director of the Kaohsiung-Pingtung Branch of BIPs, said that in 2023, the Executive Yuan promoted organizational restructuring, and on September 26, the MOEA and its subordinate agencies officially unveiled the restructured system. This included merging the “Export Processing Zone Administration” and the “Industrial Parks Division of the Industrial Development Bureau” to establish the “Bureau of Industrial Parks.”
The BIP is responsible for managing national technology industrial parks and industrial parks, primarily focusing on park development, attracting investments, supporting enterprises, and promoting environmental sustainability. Managing an area of 33,000 hectares, which accounts for more than 75% of the country’s industrial land, the BIPs has established four branches in Taipei, Taichung, Tainan, and Kaohsiung-Pingtung to provide immediate services to enterprises. By implementing various service measures, the BIP aims to optimize the business environment and promote industrial development.
The BIPs stated that the establishment of the new bureau would enhance resource integration and boost the injection of resources into the parks. In the future, the BIPs will strive to achieve the goals of providing high-quality spaces, helping businesses upgrade, supporting low-carbon sustainability, advancing smart services, and creating happier workplaces–all in line with the vision of “intelligence, safety, and sustainability.” The parks will continue to drive regional development and create economic prosperity.
According to the statistics, 1,692 foreign direct investment (FDI) projects with a total amount of US$5,835,450,000 were approved from January to September 2024. This indicates a decrease of 0.29% in the number of cases, and a decrease of 26.82% in FDI amount compared to the same period of 2023.
With regard to inward investment from Mainland China, 27 cases were approved with an amount of US$16,917,000 from January to September 2024. This indicates an increase of 28.57% in the number of cases, but a decrease of 36.35% in the FDI amount compared to the same period of 2023. From July 2009 to September 2024, 1,613 cases were approved with a total investment amount added up to US$2,612,863,000.
In terms of Taiwan’s outbound investment (excluding Mainland China), 539 projects were registered from January to September 2024 with a total amount of US$41,561,939,000, indicating an increase of 30.19% in the number of cases, and an increase of 137.75% in the amount, as compared to the same period of 2023.
As for Taiwan’s outward investment to Mainland China, 274 applications have been approved from January to September 2024, indicating an increase of 10.04% compared to the same period of 2023. The approved investment amount is US$3,336,337,000, 31.93% more than the same period in 2023.
Government is reviewing the financial performance of Regional Rural Banks (RRBs) at national and regional levels. The agenda items for the review meetings, inter-alia, include:
Review of the performance of RRBs on Financial Parameters and technology upgradation.
Thrust on Micro Small and Medium Enterprise (MSME) portfolio.
Importance on loan diversification towards Agri-allied, MSME and Retail Sectors.
Financial health of RRBs has improved in the recent years as they have posted highest ever consolidated net profit of ₹ 7,571 crore during FY 2023-24. Also, the RRBs have shown consistent improvement in key financial parameters like CRAR, deposits, advances, NPA, CD ratio etc. The Key Financial Parameters of RRBs have improved consistently in past years. The Total Balance sheet Size of RRBs have increased from Rs. 7,04,556 Crore in FY 2021- 22 to Rs. 8,40,080 Crore in FY 2023-24. Further the Net NPA has declined from 4.7% in FY 2021- 22 to 2.4% in FY 2023-24. Also the Credit to Deposit Ratio has increased from 64.5% to 71.4% from FY 2021-22 to FY 2023-24.
Government has also reviewed the progress made by RRBs in deepening financial inclusion in rural and remote areas by reviewing performance on various financial inclusion schemes like Pradhan Mantri Jan Dhan Yojana, Pradhan Mantri Suraksha Bima Yojana, Pradhan Mantri Jeevan Jyoti Bima Yojana, Atal Pension Yojana etc.
This information was given by Minister of State in the Ministry of Finance Shri Pankaj Chaudhary written reply to a question in Rajya Sabha today.
Government has Launched Multiple Digital Initiatives for Transparency and Efficiency, Reducing compliance burden in corporate filings MCA21 V3 gives Enhanced Security with Web-Based Forms and Multifactor Authentication
MCA Portal Mobile App provides stakeholders with easy access to various services available on MCA21 website
Posted On: 25 MAR 2025 5:50PM by PIB Delhi
To prevent fraudulent filings, web-based online forms have been introduced in MCA21 V3, incorporating field-level validations and auto-prefill functionalities across forms. Furthermore, multifactor authentication has been implemented to verify the identity of users accessing the system. Additionally, measures such as masking private information from public view have been adopted to ensure the confidentiality and integrity of the data.
The Ministry has introduced several digital initiatives to enhance transparency, efficiency, quickness in service delivery for reducing compliance burden and enhancing user experience, a few are listed below:
The Centre for Processing Accelerated Corporate Exit (CPACE) for centralized processing of voluntary closure of Companies/LLPs.
The Centralized Processing Centre (CPC) streamlines the verification process for various Non-STP forms by consolidating operations at a single location, replacing multiple RoC locations.
The MCA Portal Mobile App offers stakeholders seamless access to various services available on the MCA21 website.
The Chatbot serves as a unified communication channel, allowing stakeholders to interact via chat or call for query resolution.
The E-Adjudication system provides an end-to-end online platform for the processing of adjudication cases, ensuring efficiency and transparency.
Stakeholders can also raise tickets on the MCA21 portal to provide feedback and report grievances if any, regarding challenges faced.
The total number of corporate filings, processed through MCA21, have steadily increased from 67,02,788 in 2020-21 to 80,77,210 in 2023-24, reaching 84,30,731 by February 2025.
This information was given by Minister of State in the Ministry of Corporate Affairs; and Minister of State in the Ministry of Road Transport and Highways, Shri Harsh Malhotra in Rajya Sabha today
The Department of Fisheries, Ministry of Fisheries, Animal Husbandry and Dairying with effect from financial year 2018-19 has been implementing Fisheries and Aquaculture Infrastructure Development Fund (FIDF) with a total fund size of Rs 7522.48 crore to address the infrastructure requirement for fisheries sector. The Department of Fisheries, Ministry of Fisheries, Animal Husbandry and Dairying based on the techno-financial proposals, so far, has approved a total 141 proposals at a cost of Rs. 5915.54 crore with restricting the project’s cost for interest subvention at Rs. 3947.54 crore to various State Governments, Union Territories and other End Implementing Agencies. The state-wise details of these projects approved under FIDF are furnished at Annexure-I.
The key projects approved primarily include 28 Fishing Harbours, 24 Fish Landing Centers, 8 Fisheries Training Centres and 5 Fish Processing Units. This includes the four fishing harbours at a total investment of Rs 1291.40 crore approved for Andhra Pradesh. The state-wise and project-wise details of these key projects indicating the project-wise status, timeline, loans sanctioned and disbursed are furnished at Annexure-II.
Annexure-I
State-wise details of projects approved under Fisheries and Aquaculture Infrastructure Development Fund (FIDF)
(Rs in crores)
Sl No
Name of State
No. of projects approved
Total Project Cost
Amount eligible for interest subvention
1
Andhra Pradesh
10
1396.82
653.05
2
Arunachal Pradesh
1
0.68
0.54
3
Assam
1
0.41
0.18
5
Goa
1
6.42
5.00
6
Gujarat
5
1354.92
750.00
7
Haryana
1
1.17
0.64
8
Himachal Pradesh
1
5.17
5.00
9
Jammu and Kashmir
2
120.70
93.17
10
Karnataka
2
1.44
0.79
11
Kerala
3
162.82
151.20
12
Maharashtra
17
1069.17
799.12
13
Manipur
4
1.15
0.90
14
Mizoram
1
8.57
6.85
15
Odisha
4
60.18
33.83
16
Puducherry
1
2.46
1.97
17
Tamil Nadu
67
1577.70
1338.30
18
Telangana
1
4.70
2.31
19
Uttar Pradesh
2
75.22
60.09
20
West Bengal
17
65.85
44.60
Total
141
5915.54
3947.54
Annexure-II
Status of fisheries infrastructure projects approved under Fisheries and Aquaculture Infrastructure Development Fund (FIDF)
Fishing Harbours
Sl No.
State
Name of the Project With Districts
Financial Year
Amount eligible for interest subvention
Loan Sanctioned
Loan Disbursed
Status
Physical Status
Financial Status
(i)
(ii)
(iii)
(iv)
(v)
(vi)
(vii)
(viii)
(ix)
(x)
1
Andhra Pradesh
Fishing Harbour at Uppada in East Godavari
2019-2020
150.00
150.00
Nil
Project Ongoing
63.14%
40.87%
2
Andhra Pradesh
Fishing Harbour at Machilipattinam in Krishna District
2019-2020
150.00
150.00
Nil
Project Ongoing
58.35%
59.95%
3
Andhra Pradesh
Fishing Harbour at Nizampattinam in Guntur District
2019-2020
150.00
150.00
Nil
Project Ongoing
61.10%
38.26%
4
Andhra Pradesh
Fishing Harbour at Vodarevu in Prakasham District
2019-2020
150.00
Nil
Nil
Project Yet to Start
NR
NR
5
Gujarat
Fishing Harbour at Porbandar-Phase: 2
2019-2020
150.00
Nil
Nil
To take up
NR
NR
6
Gujarat
Fishing Harbour at Navabandar
2019-2020
150.00
150.00
41.44
Project Ongoing
95%
90.00%
7
Gujarat
Fishing Harbour at Madhwad in Junagad District
2019-2020
150.00
150.00
4.02
Project Ongoing
14.19%
10.27%
8
Gujarat
Establishment of Fishing Harbour at Veraval – Phase: 2 in Gir Somnath District
2019-2020
150.00
150.00
1.66
Project Ongoing
47.59%
42.46%
9
Gujarat
Establishment of Fishing Harbour at Sutrapada
2019-2020
150.00
150.00
1.48
Project Ongoing
33.61%
19.82%
10
Kerala
Development of Arthunkal Fishing Harbour
2020-2021
150.00
150.00
0.50
Project Ongoing
NR
NR
11
Tamil Nadu
Fishing Harbour at Tharangampadi in Nagapattinam District
2018-2019
120.00
108.00
107.94
Project Completed
100%
100%
12
Tamil Nadu
Fishing Harbour at ThiruvottriyurKuppam in Tiruvallur District
2018-2019
150.00
150.00
135.655
Project Completed
100%
60%
13
Tamil Nadu
Fishing Harbour at Mudhunagar in Cuddalore
2018-2019
100.00
90.00
83.6281
Project Completed
100%
82%
14
Tamil Nadu
Fishing Harbour at Vellapallam in Nagapattinam
2018-2019
100.00
100.00
42.6123
Project Ongoing
79%
76%
15
Tamil Nadu
Fishing Harbour at Azhagankuppam in Villupuram District
2019-2020
150.00
150.00
Nil
Project Ongoing
2%
1%
16
Tamil Nadu
Fishing Harbour at Arcottuthurai in NagapattinamDisrtict
2019-2020
150.00
150.00
116.98
Project Ongoing
91%
89%
17
Tamil Nadu
Export Infrastructures in Mookaiyur Fishing Harbour in Ramanathapuram District
2020-2021
20.00
20.00
11.90
Project Completed
100%
90%
18
Tamil Nadu
Additional berthing facilities in Fishing Harbour at Thoothukudi
2020-2021
25.00
25.00
Nil
Project Completed
100%
100%
19
Tamil Nadu
Additional arrangements and Dredging the Fishing Harbour in Nagapattinam
2020-2021
6.00
6.00
5.79
Project Completed
100%
89%
20
Tamil Nadu
Extension of Fishing harbour in Kanyakumari
2020-2021
150.00
150.00
30.00
Project Ongoing
66%
54%
21
West Bengal
Infrastructural development at Deshpran Fishing HarbourPetuaghat.
2019-2020
3.25
0.00
Nil
Project Dropped
NR
NR
22
Maharashtra
Post Harvesting Facilities in Fisheries Habour at Ratnagiri
2022-2023
146.90
146.90
Nil
project ongoing
5%
0%
23
Maharashtra
Infrastructural Facilities in Fisheries Harbour at Raigad.
2022-2023
150.00
150.00
Nil
project ongoing
45%
32%
24
Maharashtra
Infrastructure Facilities Fisheries Habour at Dapoli, Ratnagiri District
2022-2023
150.00
150.00
Nil
project ongoing
10%
7%
25
Maharashtra
Fisheries Harbour at Shrivardhan, Raigad
2022-2023
119.64
119.64
Nil
Project Yet to Start
NR
NR
26
Tamil Nadu
Modernisation of Fishing Harbour in Nagapattinam
2022-2023
81.00
81.00
Nil
Project Ongoing
79%
76%
27
Tamil Nadu
Additional Infrastructure facilities in Fishing Harbour at Thoothukudi
2022-2023
10.00
10.00
Nil
Project Ongoing
94%
84%
28
Maharashtra
Fisheries Harbour at Satpati, Palghar
2022-2023
150.00
150.00
Nil
Project Yet to Start
NR
NR
Fish Landing Centres
Sl
No.
State
Name of the Project With Districts
FY
Amount eligible for interest subvention
Loan Sanctioned
Loan Disbursed
Status
Physical Status
Financial Status
(i)
(ii)
(iii)
(iv)
(v)
(vi)
(vii)
(viii)
(ix)
(x)
1
Odisha
Fish Landing Centre at Khordha
2020-2021
9.29
Nil
Nil
Project Dropped
NR
NR
2
Odisha
Fish Landing Centre at Khordha
2020-2021
7.56
Nil
Nil
Project Dropped
NR
NR
3
Odisha
Fish Landing Center at Bhadruk
2020-2021
7.85
Nil
Nil
Project Dropped
NR
NR
4
Tamil Nadu
additional facilities to Fish Landing Centre at Portonovo-Annankovil in Cuddalore
2020-2021
10.00
10.00
3.85
Project Completed
100%
100%
5
Tamil Nadu
Fish Landing Centre at Keelamunthal in Ramanathapuram
2020-2021
10.00
10.00
8.50
Project Completed
100%
100%
6
Tamil Nadu
Additional Infrastructure facilities to Fish Landing Centre at Mudasalodai Village in Cuddalore
2020-2021
9.50
9.50
6.05
Project Completed
100%
100%
7
Tamil Nadu
Fish Landing Centre at Chandrapadi village in Nagapattinum
2020-2021
10.00
10.00
Nil
Project Completed
100%
100%
8
Tamil Nadu
Fish Landing Centre at Vanagiri Village in Nagapattinam
2020-2021
8.00
8.00
4.85
Project Completed
100%
100%
9
Tamil Nadu
Fish Landing Centre at Keezhathottam Village in Thanjavur
2020-2021
8.00
8.00
7.89
Project Completed
100%
94%
10
Tamil Nadu
T-Jetty at Tharuvaikulam in Thoothukudi
2020-2021
10.00
10.00
10.00
Project Completed
100%
94%
11
Tamil Nadu
Fish Landing Centre at Mandapam (North) in Ramanathapuram
2020-2021
10.00
10.00
9.98
Project Completed
100%
95%
12
Tamil Nadu
Fish Landing Centre at Mandapam (South) in Ramanathapuram
2020-2021
10.00
10.00
9.98
Project Completed
100%
95%
13
Tamil Nadu
Fish Landing Centre at Aruvikarai Village in Tirunelveli
2020-2021
10.00
10.00
Nil
Project Completed
100%
100%
14
Tamil Nadu
Fish Landing Centre at Kottaipattinam, Village in Pudukottai
2020-2021
3.05
3.05
2.36
Project Completed
100%
94%
15
Tamil Nadu
Fish Landing Centre at Vadakkamapattinam, Village at Pudukottai
2020-2021
1.55
1.55
1.25
Project Completed
100%
97%
16
Tamil Nadu
Fish Landing Centre at Puthukudi, Village at Pudukottai
2020-2021
1.40
1.40
1.20
Project Completed
100%
99%
17
Tamil Nadu
Fish Landing Centre at Sattankuppam at Thiruvallur
2022-2023
8.00
8.00
Nil
Project Ongoing
25%
13%
18
Tamil Nadu
Fish Landing Centre at Sunnambukulam at Thiruvallur
2022-2023
8.00
8.00
Nil
Project Ongoing
92%
38%
19
Tamil Nadu
fish landing centre at Tsunami Nagar and Akkaraigori village in Cuddalore
2022-2023
4.50
4.50
Nil
Project Completed
100%
100%
20
Tamil Nadu
fish landing centre at Sonankuppam village in Cuddalore
2022-2023
5.50
5.50
Nil
Project Completed
100%
96%
21
Tamil Nadu
Fish landing centre at Chithiraipettai and Nanjalingampettai villages in Cuddalore
2022-2023
7.50
7.50
Nil
Project Ongoing
91%
47%
22
Tamil Nadu
Fish Landing Centre at Pudhukuppam and Anichankuppam Villages in Villupuram
2022-2023
7.00
7.00
Nil
Project Ongoing
77%
21%
23
Tamil Nadu
Fish Landing Centre at Mudhaliyarkuppam and Chettynagar Villages in Villupuram
2022-2023
7.00
7.00
Nil
Project Ongoing
95%
39%
24
Tamil Nadu
Fish landing centre at Sothikuppam and Rasapettai village in Cuddalore District
2022-2023
8.50
8.50
Nil
Project Ongoing
77%
53%
182.20
157.50
65.90
Fisheries Training Centres
Sl No.
State
Name of the Project
FY
Amount eligible for interest subvention
Loan Sanctioned
Loan Disbursed
Status
Physical Status
Financial Status
(i)
(ii)
(iii)
(iv)
(v)
(vi)
(vii)
(viii)
(ix)
(x)
1
Himachal Pradesh
Establishment of State of art of Fisheries Training Centres, Gagret Dist. Una
2020-2021
5.00
5.00
0.54
Project Ongoing
25.25%
20.91%
2
Tamil Nadu
Construction of Integrated office building for Training Centre to the Fishermen at Trichy in Trichy
2020-2021
4.00
4.00
Nil
Project Completed
100%
94%
3
Tamil Nadu
Construction of Integrated Training Centre and Offices at Cuddalore
2020-2021
5.00
5.00
3.92
Project Completed
100%
98%
4
Tamil Nadu
Construction of Training Centre at Radhapuram in Tirunelveli District.
2020-2021
1.60
1.60
1.56
Project Completed
100%
95%
5
Tamil Nadu
Establishment of Training Centre
2022-2023
5.00
5.00
Nil
Project Completed
100%
NR
6
Tamil Nadu
Establishment of Training Centre at Mettur Dam in Salem District.
2022-2023
3.00
3.00
0.03
Project Ongoing
NR
NR
7
West Bengal
Capacity Expansion and modernisation of Govt. Freshwater Fisheries Research & Training Center, Kulia, Kalyani, Nadia
2024-2025
5.00
Nil
Nil
Project Yet to Start
NR
NR
Processing Plants
Sl No.
State
Name of the Project
FY
Amount eligible for interest subvention
Loan Sanctioned
Loan Disbursed
Status
Physical Status
Financial Status
(i)
(ii)
(iii)
(iv)
(v)
(vi)
(vii)
(viii)
(ix)
(x)
1
Andhra Pradesh
Expansion of Processing Plant, M/s Ananda Foods, Ramayanapuram village, Bhimavaram, West Godavari District
2020-2021
8.82
8.82
8.82
Project Completed
100%
100%
2
Karnataka
Establishing Fish Processing Unit at Bangalore, by M/s Sashimi Foods Pvt.Ltd.,
2020-2021
0.68
Nil
Nil
Project Yet to Start
NR
NR
3
Odisha
EXPANSION OF SHRIMP PROCESSING UNIT OF “HIGHLAND AGRO”
2022-2023
9.13
25.00
25.00
Project Completed
100%
100%
4
Andhra Pradesh
Proposal of M/s Agro products, Andhra pradesh for setting up of a state-of-the -art shrimp processing unit in Nellore,Andhra Pradesh
2024-2025
37.39
Nil
Nil
Project Yet to Start
NR
NR
5
Maharashtra
A greenfield fish &Shrimp processing project proposed by M/s Pushpai Marine Exports Private Limited
2024-2025
22.51
Nil
Nil
Project Yet to Start
NR
NR
6
Maharashtra
Fish Processing Unit
2024-2025
5.07
Nil
Nil
Project Yet to Start
NR
NR
This information was given by Union Minister of State, Ministry of Fisheries, Animal Husbandry and Dairying, Shri George Kurian, in a written reply in Lok Sabha on 25th March, 2025.
Global Head of IBM Corporation, an American multinational Technology Company headquartered in New York with presence in over 175 countries, Shri. Arvind Krishna called on Union Minister Dr. Jitendra Singh to explore potential joint collaborations in Quantum, Artificial Intelligence (AI) and geospatial AI solutions Both sides acknowledge the transformation of India under Prime Minister Narendra Modi which has placed this country as a frontline nation in AI and next-generation technologies
Dr. Jitendra Singh reaffirms government’s pro-technology and forthcoming stance on innovation ecosystem with synergistic collaboration and partnership with the Private sector
S&T Minister reiterates Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s unwavering support for a deep tech enabled India with indigenous solutions
Posted On: 25 MAR 2025 5:49PM by PIB Delhi
In a significant step towards elevating India’s global position in emerging technologies, Global Head of IBM Corporation, an American multinational Technology Company headquartered in New York with presence in over 175 countries, Arvind Krishna called on Union Minister Dr. Jitendra Singh to explore potential joint collaboration in Quantum, Artificial Intelligence (AI) and geospatial AI solutions.
The meeting between the two delegations took place in the backdrop of India’s recently launched National Quantum Mission, positioning the country as a global leader in quantum technologies.
During the discussion, both sides acknowledged the transformation of India under Prime Minister Narendra Modi which has placed this country as a frontline nation in AI and next-generation technologies.
They deliberated on possibilities of integrating geospatial AI solutions to drive innovation and technological advancements across various sectors.
Union Minister Dr. Jitendra Singh, Minister of State (Independent Charge) for Science and Technology, Earth Sciences, and Personnel, Public Grievances and Pensions, reaffirmed the Government of India’s pro-technology stance and its commitment to fostering a robust innovation ecosystem. He highlighted the government’s proactive approach in welcoming private sector participation, citing recent breakthroughs in the space sector following its unlocking for private investment. He also referenced the Union Budget announcement allowing non-government sectors to participate in nuclear energy development as a testament to India’s commitment to deep-tech innovation.
Emphasizing the need for global collaboration, Dr. Jitendra Singh stated that India is now more open than ever to partnerships with private sector players to scale up technological advancements at a global level. He highlighted the role of the Anusandhan National Research Foundation (ANRF) in creating a strong research ecosystem and expressed confidence in the potential of Indian youth to achieve the goals of Viksit Bharat @ 2047.
The Union Minister reiterated the government’s unwavering support for a deep-tech enabled India, emphasizing indigenous solutions and self-reliance in critical technologies. He also asserted that India is at par, if not ahead, of other nations in the field of emerging technologies.
Prof. Abhay Karandikar, Secretary, Department of Science and Technology, actively participated in the discussions, assuring full support from government institutions to facilitate technological collaborations.
From the IBM delegation, Sandip Patel, Country General Manager and MD; Kishore Balaji, Executive Director – GRA; and Amith Singhee, Director, IBM Research India & CTO, were also present, expressing their commitment to deepening IBM’s engagement with India’s technology ecosystem.
The meeting marked a pivotal moment in India’s journey toward becoming a global leader in quantum computing, AI, and deep-tech innovations, with synergistic collaboration between the government and private sector driving the nation toward a technologically advanced future.
Government Strengthens financial assistance for Loan Schemes for Entrepreneurs, Farmers, Small Businesses and startups PMMY Offers Collateral-Free Loans for Small Businesses across Four Categories
New Loan Scheme for first-Time Entrepreneurs announced in Union Budget 2025-26
In Union Budget 2025-26, the government raised MISS loan limit for KCC borrowers from ₹3 lakh to ₹5 lakh
Jan Samarth Portal: One-Stop Digital Platform for Easy access to 15 Government Loan Schemes
Posted On: 25 MAR 2025 5:48PM by PIB Delhi
The Government runs many credit Schemes for small traders, farmers and startups. The details of few of these schemes are mentioned below.
It provides collateral-free institutional credit through Member Lending Institutions (MLIs) i.e. Scheduled Commercial Banks (SCBs), Regional Rural Banks (RRBs), Non-Banking Financial Companies (NBFCs) and Micro Finance Institutions (MFIs).
Any individual, who is otherwise eligible to take a loan and has a business plan can avail loan under the Scheme. The loan is available for income generating activities in the manufacturing, trading, services sector and also for activities allied to agriculture across four loan products, viz. Shishu (loans up to Rs. 50,000), Kishore (loans above Rs. 50,000 and up to Rs. 5 lakh) and Tarun (loans above Rs. 5 lakh and up to Rs. 10 lakh). Loans upto Rs. 20 lakh under Tarun Plus category are given to those entrepreneurs who have availed and successfully repaid previous loans under the ‘Tarun’ category.
The objective of the Scheme is to facilitate loans from Scheduled Commercial Banks (SCBs) of value between Rs. 10 lakh and Rs. 1 crore to at least one Scheduled Caste (SC) or Scheduled Tribe (ST) borrower and one Woman borrower per bank branch for setting up greenfield enterprise in manufacturing, services or trading sector, including activities allied to agriculture.
Under both the Schemes, the prospective borrowers may avail the loan for trading, activities allied to agriculture and for new business.
As per para 32 of Union Budget 2025-26 “A new scheme will be launched for 5 lakh women, Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes first- time entrepreneurs. This will provide term loans upto Rs.2.00 crore during next 5 years. The Scheme will incorporate lessons from successful Stand Up India Scheme. Online capacity building for entrepreneurship and managerial skills will also be organized.”
Kisan Credit Card (KCC), introduced in 1998, is a banking product that provides farmers with timely and affordable credit for purchasing agricultural inputs such as seeds, fertilizers, and pesticides, as well as for meeting cash requirements related to crop production and allied activities. In 2019, the KCC scheme was extended to cover the working capital requirements of allied activities, viz. Animal Husbandry, Dairy and Fisheries.
Government of India under Modified Interest Subvention Scheme provides Interest Subvention of 1.5% to banks for providing short-term working capital loans upto Rs. 3 lakh at 7% p.a. Further, a Prompt Repayment Incentive of 3% is also provided to farmers on timely repayment of loans. Therefore, effective interest rate for farmers is 4%. In the Union Budget 2025-26, the Government has announced to enhance loan limit under the MISS from Rs. 3 lakh to Rs. 5 lakh for loans taken through the KCC.
The Jan Samarth portal is a one-stop digital platform for linking fifteen Government-sponsored loans and subsidies Schemes. It provides a quick and efficient way to apply for loans and obtain approvals based on a digital evaluation of the applicant’s data. Further, many Banks and financial institutions have developed online platforms and mobile apps for end to end digital processing of loan applications, reducing the need for physical paperwork and in-person visits.
This information was given by Minister of State in the Ministry of Finance Shri Pankaj Chaudhary written reply to a question in Rajya Sabha today.