Ashwini Vaishnaw says mobile PLI scheme generated Rs 25,000 crore in direct taxes, employs 12 lakh peopleIndia's mobile phone production-linked incentive (PLI) scheme has generated Rs 25,000 crore in direct tax collections against Rs 19,000 cro...
28 Oct, 2026, 08.09 AM IST
Textile PLI scheme likely to be extended by four years with easier norms for MSMEsThe government plans to extend the PLI scheme for textiles for four years with easier criteria. This initiative aims to increase participat...
27 Oct, 2026, 11.24 PM IST
Protectt.ai takes majority stake in Bosch-incubated AIShield to build security platformProtectt.ai, backed by Bessemer Venture Partners, has invested through a mix of primary and secondary share purchases. The business — AI Sh...
27 Oct, 2026, 10.01 AM IST
Centre working on integrated tax framework for textile sector to ease duty burden on raw materials and machineryAn integrated tax framework for India's textile sector is being developed to improve competitiveness in global markets. This framework will...
27 Oct, 2026, 07.54 AM IST
China’s proposed solar technology export curbs may delay India’s domestic manufacturing push: ReportChina's plan to impose export controls on photovoltaic technologies could create challenges for India's solar manufacturing sector and affe...
26 Oct, 2026, 04.48 PM IST
A missed call for China is a loud wake-up call for desi companiesIndian smartphone brands Lava and Ai+ are gaining market share as Chinese rivals retreat amid soaring memory chip prices and shrinking dema...
26 Oct, 2026, 02.22 PM IST
23 October 2028: Forget iPhone Duo, Ashwini Vaishnaw says India will have its own Apple and Samsung moment in 2 yearsAshwini Vaishnaw says India will have its own Indian-designed, manufactured and branded smartphones in the next two years by October 23, 20...
26 Oct, 2026, 08.24 AM IST
Government needs to incentivise domestic solar production as China eyes curbs on tech exports: Solex ChairmanThe government needs to incentivize domestic production of solar equipment, as China's proposed export restrictions may create supply issue...
25 Oct, 2026, 01.38 PM IST
Diversification plan: NMDC scouts for mining assets across four continentsNMDC is actively seeking mining assets worldwide, including critical minerals to support various industries. The company aims to earn 20 pe...
25 Oct, 2026, 11.27 AM IST
Govt to issue consultation paper on AI law in coming weeks: VaishnawThe minister said that global giants, who are among the top three or four AI ecosystems in the world, need to work jointly on fundamental p...
23 Oct, 2026, 11.20 PM IST
India's chip path is clearly laid out: Ashwini Vaishnaw outlines road map to a bigger, better semiconductor ecosystemVaishnaw said India’s semiconductor ambitions rest on a clear sequence: establish a foothold in high-volume chip manufacturing, develop dom...
23 Oct, 2026, 10.29 PM IST
Samsung to boost India phone exports under new incentive schemeThe South Korean electronics giant is considering expanding India production, including making fresh investments, to boost exports from her...
23 Oct, 2026, 06.00 AM IST
Tata Electronics wants bigger bite of AppleThe company is seeking to climb the value chain and garner a larger piece of the Apple pie in India, an industry source said. This becomes ...
23 Oct, 2026, 06.00 AM IST
Event data recorders may be mandatory for vehiclesBy 2029, India's ministry of road transport and highways is looking to enforce the installation of event data recorders in vehicles to enha...
22 Oct, 2026, 11.56 PM IST
Wipro GE HealthCare considering fifth India plant, plans to double exportsWipro GE HealthCare is evaluating options for a new manufacturing facility in India to enhance operations. The company operates four plants...
21 Oct, 2026, 06.00 AM IST
Semiconductor ecosystem: Made in India and designed for IndiaIndia’s competitive advantage will not come from manufacturing at China’s scale or cost. It lies in building customised devices for specifi...
19 Oct, 2026, 10.55 AM IST
Centre extends bid deadline for advanced chemistry cell battery PLI scheme to November 10In a recent announcement, the Ministry of Heavy Industries confirmed the extension of the ACC Production Linked Incentive Scheme deadline t...
14 Oct, 2026, 03.34 PM IST