February 23, 2025
Average electricity supply in rural areas has increased from 12.5 hours in 2014 to 22.6 hours in 2025 and in urban areas to 23.4 hours in 2025
Government is aiming for 100 per cent electrification of households across the country: Power Minister
India has become net exporter of power and the net export in 2025 amounts to 1,625 MU
February 23, 2025
Schneider Electric announces plans to open three more manufacturing plants in India
Three new Schneider Electric plants will come up at Kolkata, Hyderabad and Ahmednagar
India's focus on digitalization, sustainability, energy transition, and infrastructure modernization presents unparalleled opportunities for growth: Schneider Electric CEO
February 23, 2025
As Kumbh Mela in Prayagraj is ending soon, huge flock of devotees is reaching daily to Prayagraj to take holy dip at the Triveni Sangam
The Uttar Pradesh government on Saturday announced that unexpectedly 60 crore devotees at the Maha Kumbh Mela have taken a holy dip in the Triveni Sangam
Maha Kumbh: It is estimated that by the Maha Shivaratri ‘Snan Parv’ on February 26, this number could surpass 65 crore
Indian Railways has played a major role in transporting millions of pilgrims to the ongoing Maha Kumbh Mela, operating over 14,000 trains to ensure smooth and efficient travel for devotees
The Maha Kumbh, one of the world's largest religious gatherings, saw 3.6 crore devotees using railway services in the Kumbh area.
In total, an estimated 12 to 15 crore devotees travelled by train for Maha Kumbh over the course of one and a half months: Report
February 23, 2025
The government has been honoured with the Prince Michael Decade of Action Road Safety Award, the highest accolade in the field, for its efforts in enhancing vehicle safety standards over the past ten years
Honored to receive the prestigious Prince Michael International Decade of Action Road Safety Award, recognizing our remarkable progress in vehicle safety—the best globally since 2014: Ajay Tamta
The global award to India acknowledges key advancements, such as the introduction of a new car safety assessment programme and the mandate for ABS in all new two-wheelers
More than 600 students have received refunds of Rs 1.56 crore from coaching institutes after the intervention of the Department of Consumer Affairs
Department of Consumer Affairs has "successfully secured refunds amounting to Rs 1.56 crore for over 600 aspirants and students in the education sector”
The swift action by the Department has helped students receive compensation for unfulfilled services, late classes, or cancelled courses, ensuring they do not bear the financial burden
February 23, 2025
Guyana's Health Minister Frank Anthony recalled how India did not hoard vaccines like other countries, even when India was itself struggling with Covid management.
Guyana's Health Minister Frank Anthony has expressed deep gratitude towards India for its timely assistance during the Covid-19 pandemic
I think during Covid, the vaccines that we receive from India helped us to save many lives because at a point, although we were looking all over the world to get vaccines: Guyana
February 23, 2025
PM Modi highlights how the organisation established a century ago has shaped India’s socio-political landscape and inspired many to “live for the country"
I am fortunate enough to be one of many who were raised and inspired by the Sangh to live for the nation, for our country, says PM Modi
Today, we also take pride in the fact that a great Marathi-speaking personality sowed the seeds of the RSS on the sacred land of Maharashtra a 100 years ago: PM Modi
February 23, 2025
So far, more than Rs 3.46 lakh crore have been disbursed to more than 11 crore landholder farmer families in the country under PM-Kisan
PM Modi will on Feb 24 release the 19th instalment of Rs 2,000 each to nearly 10 crore landholder farmers, amounting to around Rs 22,000 crore
The release of funds will symbolise six years of successful implementation of the PM-Kisan scheme, which continues to strengthen the financial well-being of farmers: Agriculture Minister
February 23, 2025
Maha Kumbh Mela 2025 attracts global pilgrims, boosting spiritual tourism
Experts see Maha Kumbh as a game-changer in spiritual tourism innovation
Dr Vikram Kamat, chairman and managing director of The VITS Kamats Group, describes Maha Kumbh as a game-changer in spiritual tourism
February 23, 2025
India is gearing up for green transition through policy and budgetary support to reduce dependence on finite fossil fuels, to curb greenhouse gas emissions, and to mitigate climate change
Viksit Bharat 2047 vision aims to transform India into a developed nation, which will drive a significant rise in energy demand across industries, infrastructure, and households
There has been 39% increase in net revenue expenditure in nominal terms in budget estimates for Ministry of New and Renewable Energy in 2025-26 as compared to 2024-25: Report
February 23, 2025
PM Modi's recent visits to France and the United States have created significant buzz, both diplomatically and economically
PM Modi's visits to France and the United States were crucial steps toward strengthening India’s position on the global economic stage
Both France and the US see India not just as a market for their products but also as a valuable partner in innovation, technology, and growth
Prime Minister Modi is expected to launch Project Lion with an estimated budget of ₹2,927 crore in Gujarat’s Gir on the World Wildlife Day on March 3
PM Modi is expected to chair a meeting of the National Board for Wildlife (NBWL) in Gujarat
Earlier, PM Modi announced the formation of the Gujarat State Lion Conservation Society to strengthen efforts for the protection and preservation of Asiatic lions
February 23, 2025
Domestic air travel in India maintained its growth trajectory, with passenger traffic reaching an estimated 150.3 lakh in January 2025
Domestic air travel sees a significant 14.5% year-on-year (YoY) rise from January 2024
January 2025 domestic air travel figures surpass pre-COVID levels of January 2020 by an impressive 17.9%
February 23, 2025
India’s economy is poised for a boost in the third quarter of FY25
India's Q3FY25 growth expected to rise to 6.2 per cent
Union Bank report maintains a full-year GDP growth forecast of 6.4 per cent for FY25
India’s agricultural exports reach new markets under the Modi government, with shipments of fruits entering Western countries for the first time
In a recent milestone, India shipped its first consignments of premium Sangola and Bhagwa pomegranates to Australia via sea
Government’s Geographical Indication (GI) tagging has played a key role in promoting India’s distinctive fruits
February 22, 2025
HSBC's flash India Composite PMI, compiled by S&P Global, rose to 60.6 this month marking a significant jump from 57.7 in January
Dominant services sector led the growth with its index reaching 61.1 in the month of February- the highest since March last year - from 56.5 in January
Business confidence for the coming year remained positive in February, edging up from January and reaching its highest point since November
February 22, 2025
Bhutanese PM Tobgay showered praise on PM Modi at SOUL Conclave terming PM Modi as his 'elder brother' and 'mentor', and called ‘Make in India’ initiative as PM Modi's ‘gifts to the nation’
“Hon'ble PM Modi, my elder brother, with your leadership driven with intelligence, courage and compassion, you have set India on the path of development in just 10 years” - Bhutanese PM Tobgay
Bhutan has received unwavering support, generosity and support from the people of India and inviting Indians to visit Bhutan's Gelephu Mindfulness City project: Bhutan PM Tshering Tobgay
February 22, 2025
Kinetic Group's plant to produce both LFP and NMC batteries, enhancing India's mobility transformation
Pune-based Kinetic Group plant aims to produce 60,000 units of its Range-X brand batteries tailored for two and three-wheeler EVs
The Indian EV market is projected to experience a compound annual growth rate of 28.52%, potentially reaching USD 18.319 billion by 2029
February 22, 2025
Apple is projected to generate $11bn in revenue from iPhone sales this year, up from $9bn last year, according to industry experts cited by Mint
Apple sold around 12 million units of iPhone in India last year which is significantly lower than Vivo and Samsung, but the iPhone’s selling price is nearly thrice than the industry average: Market Research
Apple is manufacturing the iPhone 16e in India, aligning with the "Make in India" initiative and local production may lower costs and improve supply chain efficiency
February 22, 2025
EFTA countries excel in advanced technologies across renewable energy, precision engineering, and financial services, offering strategic growth opportunities for India’s innovation-driven economy
EFTA desk newly inaugurated by India is set to play a crucial role in transforming opportunities into tangible results by serving as a critical resource at the intersection of businesses
India-EFTA TEPA is likely to help diversify global value chains, majorly in the fields of industrial products and services, while also giving an impetus to India’s ‘Make in India’ initiative
February 22, 2025
India is now emerging as a global powerhouse and development of good leaders in every field is much-needed: PM Modi
School of Ultimate Leadership (SOUL) is an upcoming leadership institution in Gujarat to enable authentic leaders to advance public good
The establishment of the SOUL is a significant and major step in India’s journey toward a developed future. SOUL will become the soul of India’s social life: PM Modi
February 22, 2025
At the 98th Akhil Bharatiya Marathi Sahitya Sammelan, PM Modi gave a shout-out to ‘Chhaava’ — a film based on the life of Chhatrapati Sambhaji Maharaj
It is Maharashtra and Mumbai which has given a new height to Marathi as well as Hindi cinema. And these days, Chhaava is making waves throughout the country: PM Modi
PM Modi participated in the 98th Akhil Bharatiya Marathi Sahitya Sammelan with Sharad Pawar. PM Modi helped Pawar sit on a chair and offered him water
February 22, 2025
It has been my privilege, along with millions of others, to be inspired by RSS to live for the country: PM Modi at 98th Akhil Bharatiya Marathi Sahitya Sammelan
RSS founded in 1925 in Nagpur by Hedgewar has been running a ‘sanskar yagya’ for the last 100 years to transmit the great tradition and culture of India to the new generation
PM Modi highlighted that Marathi was granted the status of classical language — a recognition that over 12 crore Marathi speakers in India and worldwide had awaited for decades
February 22, 2025
"SOUL will be an institution to develop critical thinking, risk taking and a solution driven mindset in individuals and leaders will emerge from this institute": PM Modi
Bhutanese PM Tobgay, likened PM Modi's governance to that of Bodhisattvas, attributing wisdom, courage, and compassion to his leadership and requested guidance to transform Bhutan's bureaucracy
GMC will be the legacy of PM Modi and Bhutan King, strengthening Bhutan-India relations and creating global opportunities: Bhutanese PM Tobgay
To accelerate the implementation of AB-PMJAY in Delhi, the state government, along with NHA, has started the process of training staff who will generate PMJAY cards
Central agency is working with the state health department to work out modalities for onboarding Delhi on the PMJAY scheme: Kiran Gopal Vaska, Joint Secretary
Work has started on preparing a MoU to be signed by Delhi government and creating a list of beneficiaries who will benefit under the scheme: Kiran Gopal Vaska, Joint Secretary
February 22, 2025
Maha Kumbh will help Uttar Pradesh's economy grow by over Rs 3 lakh crore
Uttar Pradesh is making strides towards the target of a 1 trillion dollar economy: CM Adityanath
Today, India has become the fifth largest economy of the world and in 2027 India will become a five trillion dollar economy: CM Adityanath
February 22, 2025
The US is set to buy weapons from India
American company signs a Letter of Intent with Bharat Forge Limited’s subsidiary, Kalyani Strategic Systems Limited, to procure advanced artillery systems
India-made advanced cannons will be supplied to the US
February 22, 2025
UPI is emerging as the dominant force of such transactions driving financial inclusion
UPI now drives 84 per cent of digital transactions in India: Report
With UPI handling 16 billion transactions a month and projected to grow 3 times by the end of 2030
February 22, 2025
India’s electronics exports has become the fastest growing of the country’s top 10 segments
India’s electronics exports has for the first time breached the 2.5 lakh crore mark in just 10 months of the current fiscal
Smartphone exports, particularly from iPhone maker-Apple, have been the driver of the surge in electronics exports
February 22, 2025
The National Career Service portal has mobilized over 440 million vacancies
NCS portal has registered 4 million employers
NCS initiative strengthens last-mile delivery of social security benefits, empowering millions in the informal sector
February 22, 2025
NPS, which currently commands assets under management (AUM) of around Rs 14 lakh crore
NPS milestone! Assets under management is expected to more than double the AUM at around Rs 29.5 lakh crore in the next 5 years
The NPS private sector AUM has experienced substantial annual growth, increasing by 26.8% over the last 5 years, from Rs 84,814 crore to Rs 2,78,102 crore
February 22, 2025
PM Modi will be joining Mauritius' 57th National Day celebrations as the guest of honour
Prime Minister of India, has kindly agreed to be the Guest of Honour for our National Day celebrations: Mauritius PM
It is indeed a singular privilege for our country: Mauritius PM on PM Modi attending 57th National Day
February 22, 2025
Under the leadership of PM Modi, India’s agricultural exports have seen unprecedented expansion
Many agricultural products making their way to international markets for the first time
India successfully sends first-ever shipments of premium Sangola and Bhagwa pomegranates respectively to Australia via sea
February 22, 2025
PM Modi praises Chhaava, the recently released Hindi film based on the life of Chhatrapati Sambhaji Maharaj, starring Vicky Kaushal
Chhaava is making waves throughout the country, says PM at Akhil Bharatiya Marathi Sahitya Sammelan
PM Modi acknowledges Maharashtra and Mumbai’s significant contribution to both Marathi and Hindi cinema
February 22, 2025
The shared cultural heritage of Indian languages would give a befitting reply to those making efforts to create divisions in the country in the name of languages: PM
Embracing all languages is our collective responsibility: PM Modi
Indian languages had always accepted each other and enriched each other. There has been no hostility among Indian languages: PM
February 22, 2025
India and Qatar are both important to each other, and both sides have painstakingly synergised their strengths for a meaningful partnership
The importance of India-Qatar bilateral ties can be gauged from the fact that Prime Minister Narendra Modi broke protocol to personally receive the Emir on his arrival
In a world going through an enormous churning, India's ties with the Gulf Cooperation Council have been steady and also a source of stability in the South Asia-West Asia region
The Namo Drone Didi Yojana initially seeks to provide drones to 15,000 selected women across SHGs for agricultural purposes
The “Drone Didis" or “Lakhpati Didis" will contribute to economic empowerment and sustainable livelihood generation
Under the Namo Drone Didi Yojana, 80% of the drone cost, up to Rs 8 lakh, is provided as a subsidy to each potential Drone Didi
February 21, 2025
India is not traditionally known for toy exports, but this financial year (2024-25) seems to be turning the tide
Global retail giants like Walmart Inc and Target Corporation have, for the first time, started sourcing Indian toy brands
Walmart plans to treble its sourcing from India to $10 billion by 2027
February 21, 2025
India’s space sector has recently witnessed remarkable achievements
ISRO marked a historic milestone with its 100th rocket launch from Sriharikota
ISRO successfully conducted space docking making India the fourth nation to achieve this advanced capability
February 21, 2025
Over 115,000 internship opportunities have been offered so far under phase 2 of PM Internship Scheme: MCA
Companies like Reliance, HDFC, Indian Oil, and Maruti etc offer internships across 25 sectors under PM Internship Scheme: MCA
The top 500 companies with the highest average CSR expenditure over the past three years are part of the PM Internship scheme
Defence Ministry has signed contracts worth ₹1,917 crore for software-defined radios, trucks for the armed forces
The Coast Guard will get 149 software-defined radios under a ₹1,220 crore deal with Bharat Electronics
A ₹697 crore contract for 1,868 forklift trucks was signed with ACE and JCB
IN-SPACe announced the launch of Technology Adoption Fund to support startups’ growth
TAF will offer financial support of up to 60% of the project cost for startups and MSMEs
TAF will offer financial support of up to 40% for larger industries, with a maximum funding cap of Rs 25 crore per project
February 21, 2025
India’s annual EV sales grew 27% to surpass two million units in 2024: BloombergNEF report
The electric mobility sector in India attracted investment worth $1 billion from venture capital, private equity and commercial banks:BloombergNEF report
EV manufacturers closed deals worth $671 million in the year 2024: BloombergNEF report
February 21, 2025
India's EV fascination is expanding beyond Tata and MG to the premium segment: Moneycontrol analysis
Of 90,354 EVs registered in India in 2024, 6.6% were from brands with cars over ₹20 lakh: Moneycontrol analysis
The share of premium brands in India's EV sales has tripled over two years: Moneycontrol analysis
The total number of operational EVs in India is likely to cross the 28 million-mark by 2030: IESA
India's cumulative EV sales crossed 4.1 million units in the fiscal year 2023-2024: IESA
The total installed capacity in India is required to grow from 466 GW in January 2025 to 900 GW by 2032: IESA
February 21, 2025
Thomas Cook (India) and SOTC Travel signed a two-year strategic partnership with the Korea Tourism Organization
In 2024, South Korea welcomed over 176,000 Indian travelers
Visitor numbers from India increased by 20.7% compared to 2023 for Türkiye last year: Türkiye Tourism Authority
India's economy showed great signs of improvement in the Q3, driven by strong agricultural output, rising rural demand: Economist
India's GDP is likely to grow at 6.3% in Q3: Economist
The RBI expects the economy to expand 6.2% in the October-December period
February 21, 2025
India’s auto component industry is set to grow 8-10% in FY26 and 7-9% in FY25: ICRA
The auto component sector will incur capex of Rs 25,000-30,000 crore in FY26: ICRA
Demand from domestic Original Equipment Manufacturers, which contribute over half of the auto industry’s revenue, is expected to grow: ICRA
High-frequency indicators show a sequential rise in India’s economic momentum in H2 FY25: RBI Bulletin
The effective capital expenditure/GDP ratio is budgeted to improve to 4.3% in 2025- 26 from 4.1% in 2024-25: RBI Bulletin
In rural areas, sales of Fast-Moving Consumer Good companies grew by 9.9% in Q3:2024-25: RBI Bulletin