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Apple grows India foothold, enlists big Indian players as suppliers
March 20, 2025
Wipro unit, LMW are the latest names to join the growing list of Indian players that the iPhone …
By strengthening its partnerships with local suppliers such as Wipro Enterprise and Lakshmi …
The Indian government is considering an incentive scheme for electronic components, paving the …
News18
PM Narendra Modi on Fasting: A Lifelong Practice That Fuels His Energy and Discipline
March 20, 2025
PM Modi during a podcast with Lex Fridman, credits his lifelong fasting practice—including …
When you fast, your senses—smell, touch, and taste—become significantly more sensitive. For me, …
Fasting doesn’t slow me down; it makes me sharper: PM Modi
Bill Gates Meets PM Modi; Says Impressed By India's Innovation Powering Development
March 20, 2025
Bill Gates met PM Modi, praising India’s innovation-led growth in healthcare, digital finance, …
I am impressed by how innovation in India is driving "progress locally and globally": Bill Gates
India’s innovation is powering development,” : Bill Gates, applauding the nation’s …
DD News
India achieves significant milestones in financial inclusion: over 55 crore Jan-Dhan accounts opened
March 20, 2025
The PMJDY aims to provide universal banking access to all unbanked adults, following the …
Over 55 crore Jan-Dhan accounts were opened across urban and rural India, bringing millions …
Women hold 55% of these Jan-Dhan accounts, marking a significant step toward gender-inclusive …
Business Line
India coffee exports up 40% to over $1.54 bn in April-Feb 2025
March 20, 2025
India’s coffee exports have jumped by over 40% in the April-Feb 2025 and crossed the $1.54 …
The top export destinations for Indian coffee during Apr-Dec 2024 are, Italy (19.01%) Germany (…
India is the seventh largest producer and the fifth largest exporter of coffee in the world. …
The Economic Times
Bill Gates amazed by India's rise, says didn't think it would be achieved so quickly
March 20, 2025
At a recent event, Microsoft’s former CEO Bill Gates reflected on his long-standing admiration …
I had already seen that the people we hired from India were amazing: Bill Gates
Visiting India solidified Bill Gates’ belief that the nation's investments in infrastructure …
Business Standard
Fitch keeps India's FY26 GDP forecast at 6.5%, ups FY27 projection to 6.3%
March 20, 2025
Fitch Ratings has kept India’s GDP growth forecast for FY26 unchanged at 6.5%
The Economic Survey has projected GDP growth for FY26 at 6.3–6.8%
Lower inflation will boost real incomes & labour market indicators suggest steady employment …
Cabinet approves 6-lane highway project connecting JNPT at Rs 4,500 crore
March 20, 2025
The Union Cabinet approved the construction of a 6-lane access-controlled greenfield high-speed …
The 6-lane access-controlled greenfield high-speed National Highway in Maharashtra will be …
The development of road connecting infrastructure to major and minor ports in India is one of …
Cabinet approves ₹10,601 crore brownfield ammonia urea plant in Assam
March 20, 2025
The Union Cabinet approved the establishment of a new Brownfield ammonia-urea Complex at …
The Cabinet has approved National Fertilizers Limited (NFL)’s participation in the equity …
An Inter-Ministerial Committee (IMC) will be formed to oversee the establishment of the Namrup-…
Govt approves revised Rashtriya Gokul Mission with Rs 3,400 cr allocation
March 20, 2025
The central government has approved the revised Rashtriya Gokul Mission with an additional Rs 1,…
The revised Rashtriya Gokul Mission has been approved for the 15th Finance Commission cycle, …
Over the past decade, India’s milk production has grown by 63.55%, with per capita availability …
Cabinet approves extension of incentives for UPI transactions up to Rs 2,000 for small merchants
March 20, 2025
The Union Cabinet approved extending Rs 1,500 crore incentive scheme for small digital transactions
Under Rs 1,500 crore incentive scheme, small merchants accepting UPI payments will receive an …
The total digital payment transactions have grown from 8,839 crore in FY 2021-22 to 18,737 …
Trump Organization forays into office properties development in India
March 20, 2025
The Trump Organization is entering the Indian office property market, partnering with Tribeca …
India has embraced the Trump brand with remarkable enthusiasm. After our collaboration on …
Tribeca Developers is planning to add at least three more residential projects to Trump …
The world’s largest warehouse firm re-enters India with a $500 million purse
March 20, 2025
US-based Prologis Inc. plans to invest around $500 million in India by 2026 to build a large …
Prologis’ plan is to first establish its presence in five major Indian cities—Delhi, Mumbai, …
India’s economic growth, regulatory environment, consumption levels, and our customer base here …
Indian economy continues to demonstrate resilience amid turbulent global environment: RBI Bulletin
March 20, 2025
Amidst challenges, the Indian economy continues to demonstrate resilience as evident in the …
India’s structural strengths—sound fiscal policies, a well-calibrated monetary framework, and …
India’s macroeconomic fundamentals remain strong, and economic growth is poised to sustain …
India, an important market for sales and R&D: HP CEO
March 20, 2025
Our company is keenly looking at India to establish a broader presence: HP CEO Enrique Lores
HP will focus on local manufacturing and it will bring in top tech talent that significantly …
Late last year, HP placed an order to the local contract manufacturer Dixon Technologies, to …
India Records 19.5 Lakh EV Sales In 2024, Accounting For 7.44 Per Cent Of Total Vehicles Sold
March 20, 2025
India recorded 19.50 lakh EV sales in 2024, accounting for 7.44% of total vehicle sales: …
EV registrations have increased significantly, with the percentage share rising from 0.01% in …
Under the FAME-II scheme, an allocation of Rs.839 crore was made for setting up of EVPCS and …
PM Modi’s embrace of open-source AI signals a more democratic tech future, says Meta's Joel Kaplan
March 20, 2025
It’s gratifying to see PM Modi embracing the idea of open-source AI at the Paris AI summit in …
The regulatory choices made by democratic nations such as India and the US will determine the …
A country that is really thriving in taking advantage of AI opportunity is India: Meta's Joel Kaplan
India-made electrolysers shipped for Kandla Port's green hydrogen plant
March 20, 2025
Union Minister Sarbananda Sonowal initiated the dispatch of India-made electrolysers for a …
The Deendayal Port Authority (DPA) chose L&T for Kandla Port project, recognising their …
The Kandla Port project includes plans to integrate green ammonia production which aligns with …
India’s energy efficiency improved faster between 2000 and 2023, than BRICS and global average: RBI study
March 20, 2025
India's energy efficiency has improved faster than global average
India’s energy efficiency, characterised by amount of energy used to perform a task, improved …
Going ahead, the emission factor effect is expected to play a more prominent role as renewables …
Barclays injects Rs 2,300 crore into India operations to fuel growth
March 20, 2025
Barclays injects ₹2,300 crore into its India operations, strengthening its presence in one of …
Barclays sees India as a key growth market, with strong economic potential offering attractive …
The capital infusion into Barclays India operations will strengthen regulatory capital and …
Mall space demand outstrips supply for 3rd consecutive year: ANAROCK Retail
March 20, 2025
Indian retail sector continues to witness robust growth, driven by macroeconomic factors of …
Mall space demand in India has outpaced supply for the 3rd straight year, reflecting rapid …
78% of upcoming mall supply is set for NCR, MMR, and Hyderabad: ANAROCK
Welcome back Sunita, Earth missed you: PM Modi leads nation in cheering her return
March 20, 2025
Welcome back, Sunita! Earth missed you: PM Modi
India's daughter and her fellow astronauts have inspired everyone with their perseverance, …
Sunita Williams, a trailblazer and icon, embodies the spirit of space exploration—pushing limits,…
How the India-Middle East-Europe Economic Corridor could reshape world politics
March 20, 2025
In September 2023, at the G20 Summit in New Delhi, world leaders unveiled plans for an India-…
The IMEC would cut transport times by up to 40%, offering India more “cost-effective access” to …
PM Modi called the IMEC “a beacon of cooperation, innovation, and shared progress”
Tulsi Gabbard’s visit showed depth of India-US engagement and strength of Modi-Trump bond
March 20, 2025
US’s newly appointed Director of National Intelligence Tulsi Gabbard said “what we saw with PM …
Even when Trump was not in office, he and PM Modi continued to build upon that friendship: US’s …
That’s a personal friendship but it’s one that is indicative of their approach to leadership …
Govt: 68 lakh cancer cases treated under PMJAY, 76% of them in rural areas
March 19, 2025
Over 68 lakh cancer treatments under the Ayushman Bharat scheme, valued at over Rs 13,000 crore,…
With free treatment for cancer patients, PMJAY continues to be a game-changer in India's fight …
More than 4.5 lakh treatments worth over Rs 985 cr were undertaken for targeted therapies …
Sunita Williams’ return: PM Modi writes to ’daughter of India’, says ’even though you are miles away...’
March 19, 2025
With NASA astronaut Sunita Williams all set to return to earth from International Space Station,…
PM Modi said he enquired about Williams' wellbeing while meeting President Donald Trump and his …
PM Modi wished Williams strength and a safe return, reaffirming India’s deep bond with its …
Digital Health Records For All: Half Of India Now Has ABHA IDs Under Ayushman Bharat Digital Mission
March 19, 2025
50% of Indians now have ABHA IDs, bringing the nation closer to universal digital health records:…
Ayushman Bharat Digital Mission (ABDM) mission aims to create a national digital health …
Government data shows that over 76 crore people have ABHA IDs, with Odisha taking the lead in …
India's auto parts & medical exports show robust growth; auto parts exports rise to $7.7 billion in FY24
March 19, 2025
Auto parts exports rose to $7.7 billion in FY24 from $6.88 billion in FY22 with the US, Turkey, …
Exports of auto components and medical instruments from India have shown strong growth over the …
Auto parts exports rose significantly to $7.7 billion in FY24, while medical instruments …
PM Modi's Latest Podcast Is A Lesson In Using Tech To Connect
March 19, 2025
Over the past two months, PM Modi has participated in two podcasts, engaging in nearly five …
Lex Fridman described his podcast with PM Modi it as “one of the most powerful conversations” …
PM Modi's embrace of new technologies and evolving communication strategies sets him apart
Parliament clears Rs 51,463 cr extra spending for FY25, Manipur Budget for FY26
March 19, 2025
Parliament approved the supplementary demands for grants, which entails Rs 51,463 crore …
The Manipur Budget provides for a total receipts of Rs 35,368 crore, while total expenditure …
The demands for grants in the Manipur Budget 2025-26 include a technical supplementary of Rs 5.…
Major family pension reforms: Women-friendly rules for divorced daughter pension to childless widows pension, and more
March 19, 2025
The DoPT, in particular, has been at the forefront of numerous changes, spearheading ground-…
The government recognizes a widow's right to rebuild her life without losing financial stability
The DoPT has implemented progressive workplace rules to support female government employees
How PM Modi's 'Mann Ki Baat' recognition changed this German girl's life forever
March 19, 2025
PM Modi's mention of blind German singer Cassandra Mae Spittmann in his“Mann Ki Baat” has …
The world's curiosity about Indian culture continues to grow, and people like CassMae have …
German singer Cassandra Mae has expressed her gratitude, stating that PM Modi's mention of her …
India’s motorcycle parts exports surge, imports decline as domestic industry grows stronger due to PLI scheme
March 19, 2025
Indian exports of motorcycle parts to both developed and developing economies have grown …
Exports of motorcycle parts and accessories increased sharply from $558.05 million in April-…
The PLI scheme for auto components was approved by the government in 2021, with a budgetary …
India can be among top five Maybach markets globally: Mercedes
March 19, 2025
India has the potential to be among the top five markets globally for the Maybach range with …
Mercedes-Benz saw sales of Maybach portfolio increase over 140% year-on-year last year in India …
Mercedes-Benz India offers a diverse portfolio of Mercedes-Maybach models including the S 680 …
India's space economy projected to grow to $44 billion by 2033, reveals FICCI-EY report
March 19, 2025
India's space economy is poised for a huge jump, with estimates indicating it could touch a …
The Indian Space Policy 2023 by the government has played a crucial role in developing a …
The quick growth of India’s space sector will dominate 8% of the global market share: Report
India expands railway equipment exports to Europe, Australia, and Saudi Arabia
March 19, 2025
India has considerably expanded its export range by selling railway equipment to Europe, …
The recent foray into Europe and Australia is indicative of India’s strategic diversification …
India's economic growth will greatly enhance its position as a contributor to the world’s rail …
Daimler Truck reports 17% increase in battery-electric truck sales in 2024
March 19, 2025
Daimler Truck, the parent company of Daimler India Commercial Vehicles has released its …
Daimler Truck registered a 17% increase in sales of its battery-electric vehicles compared to …
Daimler India Commercial Vehicles order intake in Q4 2024 driven by positive development in …
India’s real estate investments soar 88% to $3 bn in H2 2024, driven by office assets’
March 19, 2025
India's real estate market continued to exhibit strong momentum within the APAC region in H2 …
Office assets continued to draw majority of the investments at 47% share, followed by …
Institutional investments in Indian real estate have shown remarkable growth, with 2024 …
Ilaiyaraaja is a trailblazer in every sense: PM Modi meets ‘musical titan’, praises him. See pics
March 19, 2025
Music composer Ilaiyaraaja met PM Modi. Taking to their respective X (formerly Twitter) accounts,…
PM Modi calls Ilaiyaraaja a ‘musical titan, trailblazer’
In the post shared by Ilaiyaraaja, he was seen shaking hands with the PM and having a conversation
Trump's America First akin to Modi's India First: Tulsi Gabbard
March 19, 2025
I am confident that this partnership and friendship between our two nations and our leaders …
Director of US National Intelligence Tulsi Gabbard said America First is similar to PM Modi's …
Tulsi Gabbard spoke about her interaction with Indian officials, saying she had heard about …
Maha Kumbh reflects an awakened India: PM Modi
March 19, 2025
Maha Kumbh was a people's celebration, fuelled by the devotion of the masses: PM Modi
The successful organisation of Maha Kumbh has strengthened our national confidence. History is …
Our traditions know no borders! When I carried sacred water from Prayagraj’s Triveni Sangam to …
PM Modi 'Immensely Proud' Of Indian Athletes Who Shined At Special Olympics World Winter Games
March 19, 2025
PM Modi hailed Indian athletes for their outstanding performance at the Special Olympics World …
I am immensely proud of our athletes who have brought glory to the nation at the Special …
The Sports Ministry has increased cash prizes for Special Olympics medalists ₹20 lakh for gold, ₹…
Agri & processed food exports rise 13% in April-February of FY25
March 19, 2025
India’s exports of agricultural and processed food products rose by more than 13% year-on-year …
As per the data provided by the Directorate General of Commercial Intelligence and Statistics, …
India has outpaced Pakistan in basmati rice exports, targeting 5 million tonnes this year, …
Indian Railways saves 640 crore litres of diesel, cuts 400 crore kg of CO2 emissions
March 19, 2025
Indian Railways saved 640 crore litres of diesel, cutting fuel costs & boosting efficiency
Over the past 10 years, Indian Railways has significantly expanded electrification, covering 45,…
By March 2024, 7,692 RWH systems had been installed, and Indian Railways plans to progressively …
India among the world's top 5 markets: Sennheiser Co-CEO Andreas Sennheiser
March 19, 2025
India is set to surpass other markets in growth, driven by rising demand and tech adoption: …
India is one of the most dynamic businesses we have. It has had constant growth-- except for …
For German audio firm Sennheiser, which marks 80 years of existence, India has climbed from the …
India's private sector is in better position to invest, compared with decade ago: Crisil Intelligence
March 19, 2025
India's private sector is in better position to invest, compared with decade ago: Crisil …
Private firms in India are better placed for capital spending, signaling stronger economic …
Indian businesses today have better financial strength and policy support than a decade ago, …
16.15 Lakh EVs Incentivised Under FAME India Scheme Phase-II: Govt
March 19, 2025
India’s EV revolution accelerates, 16.15 lakh electric vehicles received incentives under FAME …
Led by electric two-wheelers, the number of electric vehicles (EVs) incentivised under the FAME …
Rs 800 crore has been allocated by the Ministry of Heavy Industries to IOCL, BPCL & HPCL for …
Global Awards a recognition to PM Narendra Modi for ushering a new era of growth & development
March 19, 2025
PM Modi honored with Mauritius’ highest civilian award, ‘Grand Commander of the Order of the …
From the US to Maldives, every country has recognised efforts made by PM Modi for his efforts …
PM Modi is the new hope for global fraternity with his policy in the changing global order …
A tentative trade tango: Why Luxon’s Delhi visit is important for India and New Zealand
March 19, 2025
NZ PM Christopher Luxon’s Delhi visit opens new doors for India-New Zealand trade ties
Defence ties between India-NZ strengthen as PM Modi & PM Luxon sign an MoU for joint military …
India ranks 15th among New Zealand’s trade partners, with bilateral trade at $1.75B in 2023-24. …
Modi’s podcast with Fridman showed an astute leader on top of his game
March 18, 2025
PM Modi’s approach to foreign policy reflects India’s ancient civilization, offering an …
India’s advantage also lies in the fact that PM Modi is an astute leader who strategically …
PM Modi and Trump’s admiration isn’t just mutual praise but a recognition of their shared …