The defence ministry will discuss a proposed Rs 3.25 lakh crore deal for 114 Rafale fighter jets from France. Most jets will be made in India with indigenous content, boosting local manufacturing.
India will discuss a Rs 3.25 lakh crore deal for 114 Rafale fighter jets with 30% indigenous content. The jets will be made in India, boosting local manufacturing.
India's first Vande Bharat Sleeper train launches January 17, 2026, connecting Howrah and Kamakhya. PM Modi will flag off the premium overnight service featuring modern amenities.
India's inaugural Vande Bharat Sleeper train launches January 17, 2026, connecting Howrah and Kamakhya. PM Modi flags off this premium overnight service with modern amenities.
A new report urges India to fast-track AI and industrial automation to boost manufacturing competitiveness and unlock a $500 billion export opportunity. Read the full analysis.
Madhya Pradesh's Hack & Make 2026 hackathon on Jan 11 in Bhopal brings 500+ teams to create tech solutions for agriculture, exports & MSMEs. Read how it nurtures startups.
Geopolitical tensions from Ukraine to Venezuela are pushing nations to hike defence budgets. Experts predict India will follow suit in Budget 2026, focusing on self-reliance and tech-driven warfare. Read more.
A major engineering & manufacturing expo in Indore brings together 250+ companies. Explore innovations in robotics, solar energy, and automation driving 'Atmanirbhar Bharat'. Read more.
India's new Income-tax Act, 2025, replaces the 1961 law with a simplified framework. Experts call for Budget 2026 to ensure smooth transition, rationalize TDS, and boost manufacturing. Read key reforms.
India's first Vande Bharat Sleeper train launches next week, connecting Howrah and Guwahati at 130 kmph. A Make in India marvel, it promises faster, safer travel. Read more.
Bharat Heavy Electricals Ltd (BHL) has commenced the supply of critical semi-high-speed traction converters for the upcoming Vande Bharat sleeper trains, marking a major step in India's rail modernization. Read more about this indigenous milestone.
Adani Group partners with Brazil's Embraer to establish India's first final assembly line for commercial aircraft, a major boost for Make in India. The move could attract Airbus and Boeing.
BSNL users can now make voice calls over Wi-Fi nationwide, even without a cellular signal. This free service enhances connectivity in weak network areas. Learn how to activate it.
US President Donald Trump's claim that India ordered 68 Apache helicopters is factually incorrect. Official data shows India signed deals for only 28. Explore the details and India's push for indigenous Prachand helicopters.
Fact-checking Trump's claim: India ordered 28 Apache helicopters, not 68. All delivered by Dec 2025. Delays real, but scale exaggerated. Details on deals, delays, and India's shift to 'Make in India'.
Titan Intech Limited launches its premium UltraLED display brand, marking a major shift from assembly to owning core technology. The move is backed by a Rs 250 crore manufacturing facility in Andhra Pradesh and a tech partnership with South Korea's MIC.
Gokul Jaykrishna, Asahi Songwon Colors MD, appointed FICCI Gujarat Chairman. Council to focus on AI adoption in MSMEs, boosting manufacturing, and sustainability. Read more.
Apple achieves a landmark $50 billion in iPhone shipments from India in 2025. Union Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw celebrates this milestone for Indian manufacturing and exports. Read more.
Defence Minister Rajnath Singh commissioned the ICGS Samudra Pratap, India's first indigenous Pollution Control Vessel, in Goa. A major step for Make in India, it enhances maritime security and pollution response. Read more.
YEIDA awards Neenjas Electric a 20,000 sq m plot in Sector 8D for a mega EV charger plant. The Rs 169 crore project boosts 'Make in India' and local jobs in Greater Noida. Read more.
Haryana CM Nayab Singh Saini invites Punjab industrialists to invest in the state, highlighting a Rs 170 crore MSME push, plans for an Electric Vehicle Park, and promising a streamlined single-window system.
Tembo Group secures defence licence for Maharashtra's first handgun factory in Amravati. Plans to produce 30,000 pistols annually by September and 12 crore bullets in two years. A major boost for 'Make in India' in defence manufacturing.
Hyundai Motor India appoints Tarun Garg as its first Indian MD & CEO from Jan 1, 2026. He will lead the company's Rs 45,000 crore investment plan for EVs and local manufacturing. Read more.
Gujarat is set to unveil a new Aerospace and Defence Policy at the Vibrant Gujarat Regional Conference in Rajkot. The move aims to boost manufacturing, attract global firms, and empower local MSMEs. Discover the industry's demands and the state's strategi
Bharat Forge secures a Rs 1,661 crore contract to supply over 2.55 lakh indigenous CQB Carbines to the Indian Army, boosting Make-in-India defence. Read more.
The Indian Army has reached a 90% indigenisation rate for its ammunition, a major step towards a fully homegrown defence supply chain. Discover the strategic impact.
As 2026 begins, India charts a unique course, balancing entrepreneurial drive with robust welfare. Discover how this blend fosters resilience and counters global trends of loneliness and fragmentation. Read the analysis.
India's defence ministry signs contracts worth Rs 4,666 crore for indigenous CQB carbines and Italian heavyweight torpedoes, boosting military capability and Make-in-India. Read the full details.
As India faces economic challenges, experts propose a bold 2026 agenda: let rupee hit 100/$, shrink Make in India's scope, and rename Ease of Doing Business. Read the full wish list.
Varanasi launches a Make in India AI app, 'Better-Way,' for pedestrian navigation and crowd management in its historic lanes. Part of a global challenge, it aims to boost smart tourism.