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Big desi guns booming: CCS clears mega deal of Rs 7,000 crore for big indigenous artillery guns
March 21, 2025
PM-led cabinet committee on security cleared the Rs 7,000 crore deal to acquire advanced towed …
Bharat Forge and Tata Advanced Systems will produce the ATAGS, the first indigenously designed …
MoD inked contracts worth Rs 10,147 crore for high-explosive prefragmented extended rockets (45-…
588 antiquities repatriated to India from US so far, 297 received in 2024: Govt
March 21, 2025
As many as 588 antiquities have been repatriated to India from the US so far, out of which 297 …
The resurgence of ancient sects in India is driven by factors such as a growing interest in …
Social media and religious tourism have played a key role in spreading awareness of the ancient …
Apple and Samsung make 94% of India’s smartphone exports as Made in India mobile shipments grows 6% in 2024
March 21, 2025
Samsung retained its position as the top smartphone manufacturer in India in 2024, registering …
‘Made in India’ smartphone shipments grew 6% YoY in 2024 primarily due to Apple and Samsung …
Apple and Samsung brands have significantly expanded their manufacturing in India to align with …
Rs 54,000 crore defence boost: DAC fast-tracks tanks, torpedoes & AEW&C, slashes red tape
March 21, 2025
India is set to enhance its defence capabilities with capital acquisitions worth over Rs 54,000 …
For the Army, the DAC has granted the Acceptance of Necessity (AoN) for acquiring 1,350 …
Designed by the Naval Science & Technological Laboratory, Varunastra torpedoes, an indigenous …
India's warehousing and logistics sector witnesses 203% investment surge in 2024
March 21, 2025
The Indian warehousing and logistics sector received investments worth $1.96 billion in 2024, …
India's position as a key logistics hub is set to strengthen on the back of positive investor …
The share of engineering and manufacturing sector increased from 18% in 2023 to 24% in 2024, …
PM Narendra Modi's entry puts Truth Social on India's digital map
March 21, 2025
In India, Truth Social climbed from being ranked 375th on March 10 in the list of most …
On Google Play Store, Truth Social also saw a significant climb among social apps two days …
PM Modi said he was delighted to be on the Truth Social platform and engaging in meaningful …
Apples from Thar: Rajasthan farmers cultivate a taste of Himalayas
March 21, 2025
A single sapling given to Santosh Khedar, a farmer from Beri village in Sikar in 2015 by …
HRMN-99 apple variety can grow in arid regions where summer temperatures exceed 40°C: Rajasthan …
We have a certificate of organic farming from Rajasthan Organic Certification Agency. If the …
Indian Railways: Powering India’s growth
March 21, 2025
The progress made by Indian Railways (IR) over the past decade (2014-2024) could be considered …
Between 2014 and 2024, Indian Railways laid 31,000 km of new tracks compared to just 14,900 km …
A significant upcoming milestone is the completion of the railway link to Srinagar, featuring …
PLI, FAME schemes driving India’s EV and heavy electrical equipment growth: Minister
March 21, 2025
Manufacturing contributes 17% to GDP, playing a key role in economic growth, with engineering, …
Manufacturing sector employs over 27.3 million workers as of FY24, with government initiatives …
FAME Scheme has sanctioned over 7,400 electric buses, significantly improving urban mobility. …
"Exciting to see effective innovation done in a clever way": Bill Gates praises India's growth story
March 21, 2025
Microsoft co-founder and philanthropist Bill Gates has praised India's role in global innovation,…
As India continues to expand its influence in technology, healthcare, and space exploration, …
Bill Gates acknowledged India's ambitious vision for 2047 and its economic growth and said the …
India hosts over 80 German universities to strengthen academic and research ties
March 21, 2025
More than 80 German universities and research institutions are visiting India this month in a …
The visit of German delegation coincides with the DAAD Jubilee Celebrations, marking 65 years …
At APAIE 2025 in Delhi more than 70 German universities will participate at the German pavilion,…
Decoding NEP 2020: Facts Versus Fearmongering
March 21, 2025
The NEP, with its provisions of revamping the curriculum structure, assessment criteria & …
The NEP is not a rigid mandate but a flexible framework that states can adapt to their regional …
NEP 2020 upholds linguistic freedom, ensuring students have the autonomy to learn in the …
From hot water only to 1-fruit diet, this is how PM Narendra Modi stays fit and active at the age of 74
March 21, 2025
“Fasting for me is devotion, fasting for me is self-discipline”, PM Modi said in the Lex …
PM Modi said that he eats only a single meal within 24 hours between mid-June and November
From moringa paratha to immunity-boosting kadha, PM Modi swears by all healthy foods to lead a …
From Simdega to Stardom: Salima joins PM of two nations for lunch
March 21, 2025
From practising alone on training grounds to dining with PM Modi, Salima Tete's journey …
Salima Tete, Indian national women's hockey team captain stands as an inspiration for young …
Salima Tete, women’s hockey team captain’s rise to prominence caught PM Modi's attention during …
PM Modi is right. International institutions have lost credibility
March 21, 2025
In a recent podcast with Lex Fridman, PM Modi lambasted multilateral organisations, especially …
From New Delhi’s perspective, global institutions, dominated by the West, are losing their …
In PM Modi’s words, the UN has become “almost irrelevant” in the context of the challenges of …
India’s AI Strategy: Path to global leadership
March 21, 2025
While the race to develop more advanced AI models intensifies, India has a unique opportunity …
Emphasising that AI is not confined by national borders, PM Modi called for the establishment …
India, with its burgeoning startup ecosystem and vast talent pool, is well-positioned to lead …
A thriving newsroom full of ideas is essential: President Droupadi Murmu
March 21, 2025
President Droupadi Murmu feels the importance of free and fair journalism for democracy cannot …
A thriving newsroom full of ideas is essential for the business of news: President Droupadi Murmu
President Droupadi Murmu honours the legacy of Ramnath Goenka, the founder of The Indian …
Adobe upbeat on India as country's share in core product development grows
March 21, 2025
Adobe remains committed to India, adding major companies like Air India and HDFC to its clientele
Adobe has been present in India for the past 2 decades chiefly because it wants to make …
Adobe is carrying out extensive activity in India on the creative side, core development as …
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 …
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 …
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 …
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. …
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 …
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 …