Only 11 of 134 tasks fully completed; maximum backlog in education sectorAn assessment of the Chief Secretaries conference indicates a sluggish pace in addressing action items. Of the 134 objectives set, a mere 1...
08 Jun, 2026, 12.27 AM IST
BHEL, SAIL at risk of losing Maharatna tagTwo major Indian public sector companies, BHEL and SAIL, face a one-year deadline to improve their financial performance. Failure to meet p...
06 Jun, 2026, 08.18 AM IST
IT secretary signals stricter government controls for AI, biometric devicesIndia is prioritising strategic autonomy and control over AI and biometric hardware, following global trends. Concerns over trusted sources...
06 Jun, 2026, 06.00 AM IST
India to launch E85 fuel today in push for flex fuel mobilityIndia is launching E85 fuel on Friday. This is an 80-85% ethanol-blended petrol. The move aims to boost flex fuel mobility across the natio...
05 Jun, 2026, 07.52 PM IST
Govt sets up 6 sector-specific groups to identify products to boost manufacturing, cut importsIndia is boosting domestic manufacturing. Six expert groups will identify 100 products to reduce import dependence. This initiative aims to...
04 Jun, 2026, 02.09 PM IST
From BS-IV to BS-VI: Cabinet nod for cleaner mobility in Delhi-NCRThe Union Cabinet has approved a new scheme to replace old trucks and buses in Delhi-NCR. This initiative aims to significantly reduce air ...
03 Jun, 2026, 07.57 PM IST
From BS-IV to BS-VI: Cabinet nod for cleaner mobility in Delhi-NCRThe Union Cabinet has approved a new scheme to replace old trucks and buses in Delhi-NCR. This initiative aims to significantly reduce air ...
03 Jun, 2026, 04.55 PM IST
L&T, Bharti Enterprises discuss Assam expansion plans with CM Himanta Biswa SarmaAssam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma met with Larsen & Toubro and Bharti Enterprises leaders. Discussions focused on ongoing projects a...
02 Jun, 2026, 05.28 PM IST
India must fast-track chip self-reliance as import bill and security risks mount, says NITI AayogIndia must speed up its domestic chip manufacturing efforts. Self-reliance in semiconductors is crucial for the nation's economy and securi...
30 May, 2026, 09.53 AM IST
Intel, 3DGS sign $3.3-billion Odisha semiconductor MoUA significant investment of $3.3 billion is set to boost India's semiconductor ecosystem. Intel, Odisha government, and 3D Glass Solutions ...
29 May, 2026, 11.56 PM IST
India should target to build $120-150 billion semiconductor value chain by 2035: NITI AayogIndia aims to build a USD 120-150 billion semiconductor value chain by 2035. This requires significant investment to develop domestic capab...
29 May, 2026, 06.33 PM IST
India needs to build $120-$150 billion semiconductor value chain: NITI AayogIn its report ‘Future of India’s Semiconductor Industry’, released on Friday, the Aayog has proposed establishing an autonomous national se...
29 May, 2026, 02.23 PM IST
West Bengal to attend NITI Aayog meet after years of Centre-State tensionWest Bengal Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari has directed departments to prepare for the upcoming NITI Aayog meeting on June 11, a departure...
25 May, 2026, 11.54 PM IST
"India has scientific capability to emerge as global leader in health technologies": NITI Aayog's Gobardhan DasIndia's largest biomedical event, 'Medical Innovations Patent Mitra: Innovators-to-Industry Connect', successfully took place in New Delhi....
25 May, 2026, 07.53 PM IST
Modi pitches ‘ease of living’ roadmap at Council of Ministers’ meetPrime Minister Narendra Modi met with his council of ministers to discuss improving ease of living and doing business. The meeting focused ...
22 May, 2026, 08.47 AM IST
Minimum interference, maximum support: PM Modi sets governance tonePrime Minister Narendra Modi led a Council of Ministers meeting focusing on governance priorities. The government will prioritize faster ex...
22 May, 2026, 12.17 AM IST
NITI backs 5% GST slab for R&D procurementNiti Aayog suggests bringing back a 5% GST rate for research and development purchases. This move aims to boost usable funds for research i...
19 May, 2026, 02.02 AM IST