Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath vows strict action against those spreading false information about Varanasi's development projects, citing the Kashi Vishwanath Corridor as an example.
The Union Budget 2026 continues the trend of increased defence spending under the Modi government. This article tracks the growth in defence allocations from 2014 to 2026, highlighting key investments and strategic priorities.
The Karnataka High Court has directed the state government to scrap the Bengaluru-Mysuru Infrastructure Corridor project, citing minimal progress since 1995 and extensive litigation.
Jhansi becomes the most preferred node in Uttar Pradesh Defence Industrial Corridor as the state government plans to allocate 1,000 acres of additional land, potentially unlocking Rs 3,500 crore in investments.
Uttar Pradesh government sanctions Rs 2,474 crore interest-free loan to YEIDA to accelerate land acquisition for industrial expansion near Noida airport. Funds to boost new sectors and medical device park plots.
Punjab govt's Defence Skills Conclave aims to build talent for defence & aerospace sectors, leveraging state's military legacy to achieve self-reliance. Read more.
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.
Defence Minister Rajnath Singh links India's development to Uttar Pradesh's growth, hailing new Lucknow EV plant as a hub for jobs, skills & clean mobility. Read more.
Uttar Pradesh notifies SOPs offering tiered land subsidies for Global Capability Centres to boost investment and create jobs. Learn about the region-wise incentives.
Union Ministers and UP CM inaugurate Ashok Leyland's EV bus plant in Lucknow. Rajnath Singh calls EVs the future, Yogi details phased expansion and Rs 34,000 cr defence corridor investment.
Defence Minister Rajnath Singh declares India is no longer reliant on imported weapons, with Uttar Pradesh emerging as a key hub for defence manufacturing and job creation. Read more.
Defence Minister Rajnath Singh announces massive investment in UP's defence corridor, boosting local manufacturing of arms, ammo & aircraft equipment. Read the full report.
Maharashtra CM Devendra Fadnavis announces push to include Ahilyanagar in the National Defence Corridor to spur industrial investment and create employment. Land ownership relief for Sindhi, Punjabi communities also assured.
Bihar's 250-year-old Munger gun factories, hit by licensing norms, get a new lease of life through a defence corridor plan. The move aims to revive heritage skills and boost local employment. Read more.
Hyderabad's Indrajaal lands major defence contracts worth ₹100 crore to deploy its AI-powered anti-drone systems for protecting Army and Navy installations. A leap for indigenous defence tech.
Hyderabad's Indrajaal wins Rs 100 crore defence contracts to deploy its AI-powered anti-drone systems for the Indian Army and Navy, boosting national security with indigenous innovation. Read more.
Indian defence-tech startups are shifting from hardware to full-stack software solutions, driven by VC funding and policy changes. Over a third of new startups focus on drones, but software is key to long-term contracts.
MPIDC announces a new 27.30-hectare industrial zone in Mohana-1, Indore, with Rs 22.20 crore investment to meet rising demand from manufacturing sectors. Read more about the expansion plans.
Industries in Rohtak's industrial areas grapple with severe power and water shortages, halting production. The district administration announces a ₹20 crore upgrade plan to address the crisis. Read more.
Industrial investment in Himachal Pradesh grinds to a halt as investors await a new state policy. Key projects worth crores are stalled, impacting economic growth. Read the full analysis.
Himachal Pradesh CM Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu announces a new world-class township near the Chandigarh border. The project aims to decongest cities and boost economic growth. Read more.
MPIDC begins land allotment in the new Tilgara industrial area near Badnawar, marking fresh industrial momentum in western MP. The 150-hectare zone aims to attract multi-product investments.
Ludhiana's industrial bodies urge Punjab govt for dedicated industrial police stations to tackle industry-specific crimes like cyber frauds, financial scams, and thefts, citing threats to economy and worker safety.
Indore's industrial region has assembled a massive 6,500-hectare land bank, leading to Rs 21,695 crore in investments and 66,795 jobs in 2025. Discover how this fuels India's manufacturing boom.
Maharashtra's new industrial policy targets Nagpur for defence & GCC corridors, with a Rs 3,000 crore fund. Discover how it aims to make Maharashtra a trillion-dollar economy.
Uttar Pradesh Chief Secretary reviews key infra projects. Ganga Expressway work to finish by Feb 15, Defence Corridor land acquisition expedited. Details on BIDA, Pharma & Medical Parks.
Gaya district administration to receive tourism corridor blueprints, launches single-window for industry & enhanced grievance redressal. Key developments for 2024.
Bharat Dynamics Ltd (BDL), a subsidiary of Bharat Electronics, signs a major ₹1,500 crore contract with the Indian Ministry of Defence. Details on the deal and market reaction inside.
Union Cabinet approves 6-lane Nashik-Solapur high-speed corridor & NH-326 upgrade in Odisha. Surat-Chennai travel time to drop from 31 to 17 hours. 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.