Modi's governance model: Scaling trust, efficiency and growthGovernance transformation relies on technology and citizen engagement for efficient delivery. Digital identity and direct transfers have im...
16 Sep, 2026, 11.20 PM IST
Gold jewellery hallmarking fee hiked 67%: GJC seeks BIS review, flags higher cost for lightweight ornamentsThe Bureau of Indian Standards has raised mandatory jewellery hallmarking charges from ₹45 to ₹75 per article, prompting the Gem & Jeweller...
16 Sep, 2026, 02.29 PM IST
India’s semiconductor funding reaches ₹1.34 lakh crore, but capital flows into fewer playersIndia's semiconductor sector has secured substantial equity funding, with significant capital inflow occurring recently. Government initiat...
15 Sep, 2026, 05.08 PM IST
What if India’s waste could power its growth? Bhupender Yadav makes the circular economy pitchIndia should view the circular economy as a way to make growth more resource-efficient, resilient and sustainable rather than simply as a w...
15 Sep, 2026, 01.47 PM IST
Stage being set for levying UPI transaction fee: Cong slams govtCongress criticizes the government's UPI transaction notification. The party claims this move sets a stage for future user fees. This notif...
15 Sep, 2026, 12.42 PM IST
Tripura ready to implement Uniform Civil Code if Centre gives direction, says CM Manik SahaTripura's Chief Minister Manik Saha has expressed his commitment to enforcing the Uniform Civil Code, aligning with Union Home Minister Ami...
14 Sep, 2026, 07.48 PM IST
Semicon India eyes chip deals; AI leaders seek slowdownThe government is pushing supply chain partnerships at Semicon India 2026 to help local players. This and more in today’s ETtech Top 5.
14 Sep, 2026, 07.33 PM IST
BRICS Summit: Modi warns against weaponisation of tech, critical minerals; Xi announces open-source AIBRICS Summit 2026: Prime Minister Narendra Modi urged BRICS nations to unite in the face of rising global tensions and emphasised the need ...
13 Sep, 2026, 09.53 PM IST
India's semiconductor sector draws USD 1.4 bn funding, half of it since 2025India's semiconductor industry has successfully garnered USD 1.4 billion in equity financing from various enterprises, with almost half of ...
13 Sep, 2026, 04.31 PM IST
Belarus ready for deep industrial cooperation and widen agri sector partnership with India: FM Maxim RyzhenkovBelarus is ready for deeper industrial cooperation and is highly interested in the advanced development of Indian pharmaceutical companies,...
12 Sep, 2026, 01.22 PM IST
US, India partner to secure undersea cable networks and expand digital connectivity under TRUST initiativePointing to India's crucial role in the expanding global network, the US Embassy highlighted that New Delhi's booming digital economy, surg...
12 Sep, 2026, 06.54 AM IST
BRICS fin mins, central bank chiefs raise concerns on unilateral trade and finance-related measuresBRICS finance ministers and central bank governors voiced concerns over unilateral trade measures. They backed efforts for cross-border pay...
11 Sep, 2026, 10.17 PM IST
BRICS flags unilateral tariffs, trade barriers as global risksBRICS finance ministers voiced serious concerns over unilateral trade measures. Higher tariffs and non-tariff barriers are distorting globa...
11 Sep, 2026, 03.36 PM IST
BRICS Climate Agenda: Focus on Global South as India pushes for sustainable futureIndia's BRICS presidency prioritizes climate action and energy transition for developing nations. Discussions will cover critical minerals ...
10 Sep, 2026, 08.55 AM IST
2026 Chief Secretaries’ Meet to focus on mining, infra & AI in govt; only 224 of 422 action points completed since 2022At the upcoming Chief Secretaries Conference, key discussions are expected to focus on mining initiatives and infrastructure development. T...
08 Sep, 2026, 10.59 PM IST
Bharat NCAP 2 to launch October 2027, assessing entire vehicle safety chain: Nitin GadkariIndia plans to launch Bharat NCAP 2 from October 2027 for comprehensive vehicle safety.This new program will evaluate the entire safety cha...
04 Sep, 2026, 12.31 AM IST
PM Modi urges auto industry innovation for Viksit Bharat; pushes for EV accelerationPrime Minister Modi urged the Indian auto industry to innovate for Viksit Bharat by 2047. Adviser Tarun Kapoor stressed accelerating the el...
04 Sep, 2026, 12.06 AM IST