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The Economic Times
India solar capacity to quadruple, wind to triple over decade: Power ministry adviser
March 20, 2026
India's solar power capacity is expected to quadruple over the next decade, while wind energy …
CEA estimated that total non-fossil fuel capacity would reach 786 gigawatts by 2035-36, with …
Nuclear capacity is expected to triple to 22 GW during that period, while large hydro …
WION
India Semiconductor Market Set to Hit $300 Billion, Projected Sixfold Growth by 2035
March 20, 2026
India’s semiconductor market is projected to reach $300 billion, with estimates suggesting …
The surge in India’s semiconductor market reflects rising demand for chips across sectors …
India’s semiconductor sector growth highlights its ambition to become a key player in the …
The Pioneer
Towards sustainable energy transition
March 20, 2026
Our installed generation capacity has more than doubled since 2014, with our non-fossil share …
Under the visionary leadership of PM Narendra Modi, India’s energy transition has become a …
India is shaping a decisive chapter in global energy history and is emerging as a major player …
Organiser
PM Vidyalaxmi emerges as key education loan gateway with 50 per cent approval rate in one year
March 20, 2026
PM Vidyalaxmi Portal emerges as a key gateway, handling nearly 6.5 lakh education loan …
PM Vidyalaxmi: Over 3.3 lakh loans sanctioned, reflecting a strong approval rate of around 50 …
PM Vidyalaxmi: India sees rising access to education financing, with loans worth about Rs 36,…
Organiser
From Health Access to Health Security: Ayushman Bharat is reshaping Indian public healthcare
March 20, 2026
Ayushman Bharat drives structural transformation in India’s healthcare system
India expands healthcare access through financial protection, primary care and digital health …
India strengthens a preventive and inclusive health system, reducing medical vulnerability …
The Economic Times
India rolls out ₹497 crore RELIEF scheme to support exporters amid West Asia conflict
March 20, 2026
India has rolled out a ₹497 crore export support package to cushion shipments hit by …
The Export Credit Guarantee Corporation will implement the RELIEF scheme, covering both …
The RELIEF scheme covers consignments to about 17 countries, as global reinsurers pullback from …
The Economic Times
India's oilmeal export to China jumps 20- fold to 7.79 lakh tons in 11 months of FY26: SEA
March 20, 2026
China imported 7,71,435 tonnes of rapeseed meal and 7,581 tonnes of castor seed meal from India …
India's oilmeal exports to China surged over 20-fold to 7.79 lakh tonnes in the first eleven …
SEA Executive Director BV Mehta attributed the surge in oilmeal exports to competitive pricing …
The Times Of india
PM Modi writes to citizens across four states; extends greetings on Navratri, New Year, Gudi Padwa
March 20, 2026
Greetings to everyone on the very special occasion of Nav Samvatsar. May everyone be blessed …
PM Modi greeted people on the start of Navratri and the traditional Indian New Year, celebrated …
Extending wishes for Nav Samvatsar, Navratri, Gudi Padwa, Ugadi, Cheti Chand, Navreh and Sajibu …
Business Standard
India's power capacity may double by 2036, led by non-fossil sources
March 20, 2026
India's power capacity could more than double by 2036, with Central Electricity Authority …
India is likely to double its installed power generation capacity from the current 520 Gigawatt (…
According to the projection, peak electricity demand is expected to increase at a Compound …
Business Standard
PM Modi discusses W Asia conflict with Macron, Sultan of Oman, Malaysia PM
March 20, 2026
Spoke with my friend, PM Anwar Ibrahim of Malaysia, and conveyed warm greetings to him and the …
Had a productive conversation with my brother Sultan Haitham bin Tariq and conveyed advance Eid …
PM Modi held separate conversations with French President Emmanuel Macron, Oman’s Sultan …
News18
Dhurandhar 2: Fans Cheer As PM Modi's Demonetisation Shocks Terror World In Ranveer Singh's Film
March 20, 2026
Dhurandhar 2: One scene that has sparked widespread discussion features PM Modi’s historic …
Dhurandhar 2: The Revenge, starring Ranveer Singh, has finally hit theatres and is already …
Dhurandhar 2: The second half of Aditya Dhar’s directorial features PM Modi’s famous …
Business Standard
PM Modi invites global investors to invest, make, innovate in power sector
March 20, 2026
I invite the global community to make in India, innovate in India, invest in India, and scale …
I'm confident this summit will catalyse meaningful dialogue and enduring partnerships to power …
Bharat Electricity Summit reflects our collective resolve of electrifying growth and bringing …
Business Standard
India's bioeconomy expanding at impressive pace, likely to hit $300 bn by 2030
March 20, 2026
Government stated that India’s bioeconomy has expanded from about USD 10 billion in 2014 to …
India’s bioeconomy sector has recorded an annual growth of around 1718 percent in the last year …
India is steadily moving towards its target of a USD 300 billion bioeconomy by 2030, supported …
Business Standard
Tremendous opportunity for FPIs to invest in India: Sebi's Varshney
March 20, 2026
There is a tremendous opportunity to invest in Indian equity markets with the kind of correction,…
India’s equity markets have turned attractive after recent corrections, offering a strong entry …
Sebi’s Kamlesh Varshney highlighted rising global interest, scope for Russian firms to raise …
Business Line
Domestic Strength Shields India from $114 Oil Shock: PMEAC Chairman S Mahendra Dev
March 20, 2026
PMEAC Chairman S Mahendra Dev remains optimistic about India’s economic resilience, even as the …
Under the new GDP series, the government is expecting 7.6 per cent growth in FY26: PMEAC …
India’s domestic economy remains strong as exports account for only 20% of GDP, while domestic …
Business Standard
Quick-commerce boom reshapes India's packaged food market: Redseer report
March 20, 2026
India’s packaged food and beverages market is entering a new phase of growth and is projected …
With over 50 million monthly users across over 250 cities, Qcom is beginning to influence …
Qcom’s share in the packaged food and beverage (F&B) market is expected to rise from about 4% …
India Today
16% of world's AI workforce is now in India
March 20, 2026
India is emerging as a key player in the global AI workforce, with around 16% of the world’s AI …
Engineering graduates and early-career workers are increasingly moving towards roles that …
A large working-age population, increasing access to digital tools and a strong base in IT …
The Economic Times
Sports equipment exports could hit $8.1 billion, create 54 lakh jobs : NITI Aayog
March 20, 2026
India's ambition to host the 2036 Olympics presents an opportunity to boost domestic …
A NITI Aayog report identifies a $8.1 billion export opportunity for India in sports equipment …
In 2024, India exported sports equipment worth about $ 275 million, largely concentrated in …
Business Standard
PM meets trustees of IGNCA, discusses upcoming Yuge Yugeen Bharat Museum
March 20, 2026
The upcoming Yuge Yugeen Bharat National Museum will have eight thematic segments telling the …
PM Modi met the trustees of IGNCA to discuss the upcoming Yuge Yugeen Bharat Museum and various …
Yuge Yugeen Bharat National Museum project will transform the North Block and the South Block, …
ANI News
"India, France working closely to reduce tensions": Macron after talks with PM Modi
March 20, 2026
France and India are working closely together to reduce tensions in West Asia and keep …
PM Modi held a telephonic conversation with French President Macron, during which both leaders …
Spoke with my dear friend, President Emmanuel Macron, on the situation in West Asia and the …
The Tribune
France-India partnership strong, consistent and trusted: Jawed Ashraf on French honour
March 20, 2026
PM Modi was invited as the Guest of Honour at the French National Day celebrations on July 14, …
The Ambassador of France to India, HE Thierry Mathou, conferred the insignia of "Commandeur de …
Ambassador Ashraf's remarkable career and personal dedication have been pivotal in accelerating …
NDTV
Indian Railways Boosts Food Safety: QR ID Cards And Digital Tracking Rolled Out By IRCTC
March 20, 2026
IRCTC has established QR-based identity cards and digitally traceable food packets to avoid the …
The QR code-enabled identity cards in the name of individual vendors/helpers/staff are …
The newly introduced measures by IRCTC will discourage the unhygienic and expired supply of …
News18
How PM Modi Turned India's Ordnance Factories Into Atmanirbhar Powerhouse
March 19, 2026
In October 2021, the Ordnance Factory Board was dissolved and reorganised into seven …
India now moves ammunition, radar systems, patrol boats, helicopters, and lightweight torpedoes …
The government is targeting ₹50,000 crore in exports and ₹3 lakh crore in total production by …
Zee Business
India’s electronic hardware exports rise 30% to $38.5 billion in FY 2024-25
March 19, 2026
The report from the Electronics and Computer Software Export Promotion Council (ESC) said that …
India’s electronics hardware exports recorded a substantial growth in 2024-25, increasing by 32.…
Smartphone exports alone rose to an estimated $24.14 billion in 2024-25 from $15.57 billion in …
News18
Big Relief For Flyers: Centre Mandates 60% Seats On Flights To Be Free Of Selection Fee
March 19, 2026
The Indian government has mandated airlines to keep 60% of seats free from selection charges, …
The Centre's step to keep 60% seats on flights free from selection charges ensures passengers …
The decision to keep 60% seats on flights free from selection charges aims to make air travel …
Business Standard
India blends sustainability with growth in twin-track model: Mospi
March 19, 2026
Schemes such as Saubhagya, Deendayal Upadhyaya Gram Jyoti Yojana, the Integrated Power …
India is advancing a development strategy that combines economic transformation with …
India has achieved 100 per cent village electrification and “near-universal” household …
The Indian Express
Cabinet approves Rs 33,000 crore BHAVYA scheme to develop ‘100 plug-and-play industrial parks’
March 19, 2026
The government has approved Rs 33,660 crore Bharat Audyogik Vikas Yojna (BHAVYA) to develop 100 …
Under the BHAVYA scheme, industrial parks ranging from 100 to 1,000 acres will be taken up for …
The BHAVYA scheme aims to develop world-class industrial infrastructure, unlock manufacturing …
DD News
Digital India drives surge in broadband, data use; subscribers rise 400% in a decade: Jitin Prasada
March 19, 2026
The Digital India programme has significantly expanded access to digital services and …
The broadband subscribers in India rose from 25 crore in 2014-15 to 103 crore in 2024-25, …
Using the Jan Dhan-Aadhaar-Mobile (JAM) trinity, benefits worth Rs 49.82 lakh crore have been …
The Hans India
71 pc firms in India willing to invest in digital tech, highest globally: Report
March 19, 2026
71% of Indian firms are willing to invest in digital technologies, the highest globally, …
The MHP report highlights India’s rapid shift towards automation, innovation and digital …
India’s high willingness, as exhibited by the MHP report, to invest places it among the most …
News18
PM Modi Speaks With Kuwait Crown Prince, Reaffirms India's Stand On Regional Security
March 19, 2026
PM Modi spoke with Kuwait Crown Prince Sheikh Sabah Al-Khaled Al-Hamad Al-Mubarak Al-Sabah, …
PM Modi reiterated India’s strong condemnation of attacks on Kuwait’s sovereignty and …
Ensuring safe and free navigation through the Strait of Hormuz remains our foremost priority: …
Business Standard
India office market stays robust: Demand projected at 70-75 million sf and new supply likely to touch 60-65 million sf in 2026: Colliers
March 19, 2026
India's office market is poised to sustain its growth trajectory in 2026, with Grade A demand …
By 2030, Grade A office stock is likely to surpass 1 billion sf mark, meanwhile annual demand …
Most of the Indian office markets are expected to witness firm demand and project completions …
The Times Of india
Direct tax collections rise 7.1% to Rs 22.8 lakh crore till March 17; corporate tax drives growth
March 19, 2026
India’s net direct tax collection increased 7.1% to about Rs 22.8 lakh crore till March 17 in …
Data shared by the Income Tax Department showed that net corporate tax collection grew by …
Advance tax collections rose 6.4% to Rs 11.13 lakh crore across four instalments, with the …
The Economic Times
India advances Sustainable Development Goals with clean energy, sanitation, and inclusive growth
March 19, 2026
India achieved 100% Open Defecation Free (ODF) districts by 2019-20
India has made progress in environment sustainability and inclusive economic growth, advancing …
India is the fourth-largest wind energy producer globally, with renewable energy accounting for …
News18
'No Full Stop In Politics': PM Modi Bids Farewell To Retiring Rajya Sabha MPs
March 19, 2026
PM Modi said "there is no full stop in politics," urging retiring Rajya Sabha MPs to continue …
PM Modi acknowledged the experience and contributions of retiring Rajya Sabha members, …
PM Modi highlighted that public service goes beyond positions, encouraging leaders to remain …
The Economic Times
If you're not invested in India, it's time to start: Vincent Mortier, CIO, Amundi
March 19, 2026
Amundi CIO Vincent Mortier stated “if you’re not invested in India, it’s time to start,” …
Vincent Mortimer, CIO, Amundi noted that global markets have remained “logical and contained” …
Amundi CIO, Vincent Mortier reaffirmed a bullish stance on India, calling it a key opportunity …
The Tribune
UN report lauds India for sharp dip in child deaths
March 19, 2026
India has emerged as a key contributor to global progress in reducing child mortality: UN Report
India’s neonatal mortality rate has recorded a decline of 70%, falling from 57 in 1990 to 17 in …
India’s under-five mortality rate witnessed a sharp drop of 79%, coming down from 127 in 1990 …
The Economic Times
UPI in Sri Lanka: NPCI International expands payments for Indian tourists
March 19, 2026
India remains the top source of tourists to Sri Lanka, with over 4,16,000 Indian visitors in …
Under a partnership between NIPL and LankaPay, Indian travellers can use UPI for payments at …
UPI processes over 20 billion financial transactions every month and enables instant account-to-…
The Financial Express
Strengthening India’s path to power leadership: How India is energising a new growth story - By Shri Manohar Lal, Union Minister of Power
March 18, 2026
Total electricity generation has increased from 1,020.2 BU in FY 2014 to 1,830 BU in FY 2025
India’s power sector transformation has sharply reduced energy shortages and boosted capacity …
Since 2014, the power sector has been reshaped by mission mode schemes that have expanded …
Organiser
India advances in clean energy race with Magnetoelectric Nano-Catalyst breakthrough
March 18, 2026
Researchers at the Institute of Nano Science and Technology have successfully synthesised quasi-…
India’s clean energy transition is being driven not only by strong policies but also by major …
India is steadily shifting from dependence on foreign technologies to developing indigenous …
The Hindu
Domestic LPG production up 38%, informs Centre
March 18, 2026
Domestic LPG production has increased 38% till date since the supply maintenance orders were …
In February, as per government data, domestic LPG production was slightly more than 1 million tonne
The cargo of Shivalik and Nanda Devi, two LPG tankers that left the Strait of Hormuz with naval …
Business Standard
India's sugar output rises 10.5% to 26.21 MT in 2025-26 season: ISMA
March 18, 2026
India's sugar production reached 26.21 million tonne so far in the ongoing 2025-26 marketing …
Production in Uttar Pradesh, the country's second largest sugar producing state, stood at 8.13 …
As the sugar season advances and reaches its penultimate phase, ISMA said it continues to await …
Business Standard
Apple overshoots iPhone production target under PLI scheme by 80%
March 18, 2026
Apple has surpassed its iPhone production target under India’s PLI scheme by 80%
Apple assembled devices worth over ₹6 lakh crore in India between FY22 and FY26
Apple’s FY26 production is estimated at ₹2.27 lakh crore, marking a growth of over 24% compared …
The Global Kashmir
India’s Economic Momentum: A Decade of Transformation and Opportunity
March 18, 2026
India has transformed from a fragile economy into the world's fifth-largest, growing rapidly
International Monetary Fund and the World Bank have highlighted India’s economic resilience and …
Indian government’s efforts to promote digital economy has not only improved transparency but …
NDTV
'Will Work Together For Restoration Of Peace': PM Modi Speaks To UAE President
March 18, 2026
PM Modi spoke to UAE President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, discussed with him the …
PM Modi strongly condemned all attacks on the Gulf country and agreed with the UAE leader to …
PM Modi spoke to a number of leaders from West Asia since the current conflict started and that …
News18
OPINION: Trouble in Hormuz but relief in India, 'Modi shield' keeps kitchens safe
March 18, 2026
India ensured uninterrupted delivery of 50 lakh LPG cylinders every day, keeping the kitchens …
The government issued the 'LPG Control Order', ordering refineries to increase LPG production, …
Petroleum Minister Hardeep Singh Puri assured "domestic supplies are completely secure, there …
News18
India Ramps Up LPG Output By 25% Amid Supply Concerns: FM Nirmala Sitharaman
March 18, 2026
India’s domestic LPG production has increased by about 25%: Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman
Fertiliser availability remains sufficient to meet farmers’ needs during the Kharif sowing cycle:…
India’s installed power generation capacity has more than doubled since 2014, eliminating …
Mathrubhumi
India’s household savings jump to 21.7 per cent of GDP in 2024-25: Key drivers revealed
March 18, 2026
India’s household savings jumped to 21.7% of GDP in 2024–25: Government
Retail food inflation declined sharply to –0.98% during April–January FY2025–26: …
WPI-based average fuel inflation stood at –3.16% during April–January FY2025–26: Government
Lokmat Times
India among the most proactive adopters of AI in payroll processess: Report
March 18, 2026
India is emerging as one of the most proactive markets globally in adopting AI in payroll …
34% of Indian organisations plan near-term AI adoption in payroll processes by 2026: Report
33% of organisations identify AI as a key driver of payroll transformation over the next 2–3 …
India Tv
Shashi Tharoor hails UPI's global adoption, says 'India now a techno-diplomatic leader'
March 18, 2026
Through UPI, India has become a techno-diplomatic leader, leveraging a technological capability …
UPI has now been adopted by 19 countries, enabling India to use its homegrown innovation to …
UPI has significantly transformed global perceptions of India’s technological capabilities: …
The Economic Times
Railways transformed in a decade, says Ashwini Vaishnaw; bats for ‘performance politics’
March 18, 2026
The government has brought big changes in the railways over the past decade and worked on all …
The Modi government has brought significant changes in the railways over the past decade, …
The government provides an annual subsidy of ₹60,000 crore on rail fares, offering around 45% …