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Why Abrogation Of Article 370 Was A Strategic Necessity For India
August 05, 2026
Seven years after the abrogation of Article 370, the debate has moved beyond constitutional …
According to the Union Home Ministry’s own comparison between 2018 and 2023, terrorist …
Infiltration has fallen further still, from 141 attempts in 2019 to three in the year 2024: Data
Business Line
ICAR develops India’s first fully annotated T2T genome of pigeonpea variety Asha
August 05, 2026
ICAR developed India's first fully annotated telomere-to-telomere (T2T) reference genome of the …
The T2T genome covers all 11 chromosomes and identifies more than 36,500 genes, creating a …
The fully annotated T2T genome of the pigeonpea variety 'Asha' is expected to accelerate the …
News18
Modi Govt’s Rs 1,083-Crore Boost To Chandrababu’s Amaravati Project In Andhra
August 05, 2026
The Narendra Modi government has delivered another tangible boost to Andhra Pradesh going ahead …
The Rs 1,083-crore CPWD project is not merely about constructing apartments. It is about …
The return of the TDP to power, backed by the BJP at the Centre, marked a decisive shift in …
The Times of India
Cyber crime reports down from 1.2Lin 2024 to 16,377 now: Government
August 05, 2026
Complaints on the cyber crime portal dropped from 1,23,672 in 2024 to 16,377 in 2026
Over ₹18 crore in defrauded money has been restored to around 36,000 cyber fraud victims
SC asked RBI for an SOP within 4 weeks to release funds to victims
The Economic Times
Household savings rise to 21.7% of GDP in FY25: Govt
August 05, 2026
Household savings rose from 20% of GDP in FY23 to 21.7% in FY25, the government informed Parliament
Household savings grew from Rs 52.25 lakh crore to Rs 69.01 lakh crore in FY25
Government and RBI steps focus on boosting disposable income and strengthening financial security
The Economic Times
India to remain among fastest-growing steel markets in FY27: India Ratings and Research
August 05, 2026
India will rank among the world's fastest-growing steel markets globally in FY27: Ind-Ra
India's steel demand is expected to grow at a high-single-digit rate in FY27
Ind-Ra maintained a neutral outlook for the Indian steel sector
The Economic Times
India’s solar power generation jumps 138% in four years: MNRE
August 05, 2026
Solar generation surged nearly 138% from 73.48 billion units in FY22 to 174.76 billion units in FY26
Solar's share of India's total electricity output climbed from 4.95% in FY22 to 9.50% in FY26
Overall renewable energy output reached 477.78 billion units, making up 25.96% of total power
The Hindu
Indian economy to hit $5-trillion mark in FY29 as per IMF: Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman
August 05, 2026
Indian economy to hit $5-trillion mark in FY29 as per IMF: Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman
The government is pursuing a broad-based growth strategy focused on manufacturing, MSMEs, …
The government is strengthening trade resilience by expanding its network of Free Trade …
The Times of India
Rooftop solar scheme crosses 50-lakh household mark
August 05, 2026
The PM Surya Ghar Muft Bijli Yojana crossed 50 lakh installations in 29 months
Over 5 lakh households added rooftop solar in July under PM Surya Ghar Muft Bijli Yojana
Nearly 19 lakh households got zero power bills under PM Surya Ghar Muft Bijli Yojana
The Economic Times
India's private consumption projected to reach $1.9 trillion by 2030: FICCI-Deloitte report
August 05, 2026
India's private consumption is projected to reach nearly $1.9 trillion by 2030: FICCI-Deloitte …
Consumers increasingly favour quality, health, convenience and sustainability instead of price alone
India has recorded 228 billion UPI transactions worth around $3.6 trillion in 2025
The Times of India
From launch to data, tech to Isro facility, pvt firms to get 30-100% subsidy
August 05, 2026
The Department of Space launched two new schemes offering 30% to 100% financial support for …
The ₹800 crore Launch Services Price-support Scheme will provide financial support for …
The new Price Support Scheme offers subsidies for technology transfer, satellite data and …
India Today
Apple crosses $10 billion in annual India sales for 1st time
August 05, 2026
Apple's annual sales in India crossed $10 billion for the first time during the last financial …
India is emerging as one of Apple's most important growth markets outside the US and China: Report
One in every four iPhones is now manufactured in India, strengthening the country's role in …
The New Indian Express
EV models booked till January 2027, availability depends on allocation: Mercedes India MD
August 05, 2026
Mercedes-Benz India's newly launched CLA BEV is fully booked until January 2027: Managing …
Mercedes-Benz India plans to launch more than six new electric vehicles over the next 18–24 …
Battery electric vehicles accounted for 25% of Mercedes-Benz India's top-end car sales in the …
BusinessWorld
UK–India FTA Can Power India's MedTech Manufacturing Future
August 05, 2026
The India–UK Free Trade Agreement is expected to strengthen India's medical device manufacturing,…
Industry leaders said the India–UK FTA could accelerate AI-driven healthcare innovation, …
Industry leaders said strengthening domestic manufacturing, R&D, supply chains and regulatory …
Money Control
Automakers to receive Rs 4,000 crore under Centre's PLI scheme for FY26
August 05, 2026
The Centre is expected to disburse around ₹4,000 crore under the Auto PLI scheme in FY2026-27 …
Bajaj Auto became the first company to receive Auto PLI incentives in FY2026-27, receiving …
The Union Budget 2026-27 increased the allocation for the Auto PLI scheme to ₹5,939.87 crore …
Business Standard
Companies invest ₹26,320 crore under specialty steel PLI scheme
August 05, 2026
Companies have invested ₹26,320 crore under the PLI scheme for specialty steel as of June 30, …
The specialty steel PLI scheme has enabled cumulative incremental production and import …
The Centre has disbursed ₹235.7 crore in incentives to eligible companies under the specialty …
The Times of India
In electronics factories across India, women are taking the floor
August 05, 2026
As electronics production accelerates under the government’s PLI scheme and multinationals …
The concentration of women on electronics assembly lines reflects the long-standing global …
Foxconn’s Bengaluru campus employs around 26,000 people, including 21,780 women, nearly 16,500 …
The Financial Express
NPPA fixes retail prices for 23 new drug formulations
August 05, 2026
NPPA has fixed retail prices for 23 new drug formulations including treatments for diabetes, …
NPPA said that in exercise of the powers conferred by paragraphs 5, 11 and 15 of the DPCO, 2013,…
Under the DPCO, new formulations, strengths or FDCs that qualify as “new drugs” require NPPA …
Ani News
274 fugitives brought back to India from 36 countries between 2019 and 2026: MHA
August 05, 2026
India has brought back 274 fugitives from 36 countries between 2019 and 2026: MHA
Assets worth Rs 17,874 crore belonging to the fugitive criminals have been attached in the …
Previous governments lacked the political will to bring back fugitives while the Modi …
Business Line
Beyond Skyroot: India’s space ecosystem takes flight
August 05, 2026
Skyroot Aerospace's Vikram-1 mission reflects the rapid growth of India's private space …
IN-SPACe has emerged as a regulator, market enabler and innovation intermediary driving the …
India's space ecosystem is evolving from a state-led model centred on ISRO to one that …
DD News
Seven years after the abrogation of Article 370, Jammu and Kashmir: Development, economy and the changing landscape
August 05, 2026
Jammu & Kashmir's GSDP increased from ₹1.68 lakh crore in 2020-21 to ₹2.62 lakh crore in 2024-25,…
Government spending on economic and social services increased significantly, with nearly 62% of …
Improved connectivity, expanding tourism and higher public investment have emerged as key …
The New Indian Express
Over 99% in J&K can read and write, UT 10th in Centre’s full-literacy list
August 05, 2026
J&K has achieved a major milestone in education by joining the list of fully literate States …
J&K recorded a 99.09% success rate under ULLAS, becoming the largest population region in the …
ULLAS initiative aims to provide literacy opportunities to people aged 15 years and above who …
News18
'PM Modi Is One Of Our Greatest Friends': Netanyahu Says Israel Is 'Investing Heavily' In India Ties
August 04, 2026
Israeli PM Benjamin Netanyahu described PM Modi as one of Israel's greatest friends and stated …
Bilateral relations between India and Israel were elevated to the Special Strategic Partnership …
"That’s why I’m investing heavily in our relationship with India, with my friend Narendra, who …
The Economic Times
Auto PLI disbursals to reach Rs 4,000 crore in FY27
August 04, 2026
The Indian government expects to disburse around ₹4,000 crore under the Auto PLI Scheme in FY27,…
Bajaj Auto became the first company to receive Auto PLI incentives in FY27, securing around ₹…
The ₹25,938 crore Auto PLI Scheme is driving higher production, investment and domestic value …
Business World
India's Textile Exports May Gain Nearly $1 Bn From UK FTA: Ind-Ra
August 04, 2026
The UK-India FTA offers a strong growth opportunity for India's textile industry, potentially …
India exported USD 2.2 billion in textiles and readymade garments to the UK in FY26, and a 3% …
India's share of the UK textile import market is only about 6.9 per cent, indicating …
The Times Of India
India crosses 20k organ transplants/yr for 1st time
August 04, 2026
India performed a record 20,138 organ transplants in 2025, crossing the 20,000 annual …
India is now the world's third-largest country in total organ transplants and continues to rank …
According to the NOTTO Report, more than 5 lakh Aadhaar-verified organ donation pledges have …
Business Standard
India's airport passenger handling capacity crosses 580 million: Govt
August 04, 2026
India's airport passenger handling capacity has crossed 580 million passengers annually, …
Indian airlines currently operate a fleet of 860 aircraft, with 2,056 additional aircraft on …
In India, 14 greenfield airports have already been operationalised, out of 25 approved by the …
Business Standard
India achieves near-universal banking coverage, says Ministry of Finance
August 04, 2026
India has achieved near-universal banking coverage, with 99.92% of inhabited villages (6,00,868 …
Driven by Central government efforts, banking infrastructure expanded to over 1.81 lakh bank …
Under Pradhan Mantri Jan Dhan Yojana (PMJDY), total accounts reached 58.77 crore with total …
The Times Of India
India gets 101st 'Ramsar' site as Arunachal Pradesh's Glaw Lake joins elite global list of protected wetlands
August 04, 2026
India's Ramsar Site count has reached 101 with the inclusion of Glaw Lake in Arunachal Pradesh, …
India's 101st Ramsar Site, Glaw Lake, located inside the Kamlang Tiger Reserve, is a …
India has expanded its Ramsar network from 26 sites in 2014 to 101 today, reflecting a …
The Times Of India
Of 39 medals won by India at CWG, military personnel bag 18 — nearly 50%
August 04, 2026
Indian Armed Forces personnel won 18 out of 39 medals at the Commonwealth Games 2026, …
At CWG26, the Indian Army secured 16 medals, including 8 gold, with standout performances …
Indian Navy athletes added two silver medals, with Lovepreet Singh setting a new Commonwealth …
The Times Of India
Noida, Greater Noida and Jewar: The golden triangle of North India
August 04, 2026
The Noida-Greater Noida-Jewar corridor has evolved into one of North India's fastest-growing …
Noida and Greater Noida have emerged as India's leading electronics and smartphone …
The integrated growth model of Noida-Greater Noida-Jewar is expected to play a significant role …
The Economic Times
IT hiring in India revived in July: Naukri JobSpeak Index
August 04, 2026
IT hiring in India returned to growth in July, rising 6% year-on-year, highlighting improving …
AI and Machine Learning hiring surged 33% year-on-year, making it the fastest-growing segment …
According to the Naukri JobSpeak Index, improving IT hiring, sustained AI demand and continued …
ETV Bharat
India's Passenger Vehicle Sales In July Hit 4.7 Lakh, Maruti Suzuki Alone Sells Over 2 Lakh Cars
August 04, 2026
India's passenger vehicle sales surged 34% year-on-year to nearly 4.7 lakh units in July 2026, …
Hyundai Motor India posted its highest-ever monthly sales since entering the Indian market, …
Tata Motors' passenger vehicle sales surged 59% year-on-year, while Nissan's domestic …
The Economic Times
India's fuel exports hit 1-year high in July on strong diesel margins
August 04, 2026
India's refined fuel exports surged to 1.53 million barrels per day in July, marking a one-year …
Fuel Exports reached the highest volume for any July, boosted by robust diesel margins and …
Exceptionally strong diesel margins, following the ban on Russian diesel exports, and global …
Deccan Chronicle
Trade Deal With UK May See Around $1 Billion Incremental Exports
August 04, 2026
The UK-India FTA can potentially open up an almost $1 billion incremental export opportunity …
India exported USD 2.2 billion in textiles and readymade garments to the UK in FY26, with a 3% …
The UK is India's third-largest textile export destination, accounting for nearly 6.1% of India'…
The Economic Times
From protection to competitiveness: How FTAs can help India become a global dairy export leader
August 04, 2026
India produced 247.87 million tonnes of milk in 2024-25, retaining its position as the world's …
Industry experts suggest leveraging FTAs in India’s dairy sector as catalysts to push long-term …
"India should now focus on productivity, quality and efficiency and make its dairy sector …
India Today
Honda reports 5.42 lakh two-wheeler sales in July 2026, exports jump 35%
August 04, 2026
Honda Motorcycle and Scooter India reported total sales of 5,42,934 units in July 2026, …
HMSI exports emerged as a major growth driver, rising 35% YoY to 66,498 units, while domestic …
HMSI’s cumulative sales for the April-July 2026 period reached 21,54,596 units, reflecting a 14%…
Business Standard
L&T Semiconductor goes local with chip backend, shifts OSAT to India
August 04, 2026
L&T Semiconductor Technologies is shifting its outsourced semiconductor assembly and test (OSAT)…
Indian OSAT players currently cover around 50 of the 500 semiconductor package types and are …
"We are already moving our OSAT operations for assembling chips to India because it is globally …
The Financial Express
Centre releases Rs 1.09 lakh crore tax devolution; Uttar Pradesh gets biggest share to accelerate development spending
August 03, 2026
In a significant early fiscal transfer aimed at supporting state spending, the Union government …
Centre releases Rs 1.09 lakh crore tax devolution; in August 2026 state-wise distribution, …
Centre releases Rs 1.09 lakh crore tax devolution to states; the move is meant to strengthen …
The Times of India
Built for tomorrow's wars: How India's new turbojet engine changes the missile and drone equation
August 03, 2026
India has entered an exclusive club of countries capable of designing and producing indigenous …
The development of India's first indigenous 350 kg thrust-class expendable turbojet engine is …
The new 350 kg thrust-class expendable turbojet engine is expected to benefit a wide range of …
News18
‘Substance Abuse Takes Youth Away From Their Dreams’: PM Modi Launches Anti-Drug Campaign
August 03, 2026
PM Modi launches the ‘Nasha Mukt Yuva for Viksit Bharat Sankalp Abhiyan’ through video …
PM Modi urges society to work collectively to protect the country’s youth from addiction’ …
The Nasha Mukt Yuva (Drug-Free Youth) movement was not only aimed at individuals struggling …
The Financial Express
How India’s Rs 175 crore Diving Support Craft projects strengthen Navy’s underwater capabilities
August 03, 2026
The Indian Navy completed its ₹174.77 crore Diving Support Craft programme with the launch of …
The five-vessel DSC project enhances the Navy's underwater operational capabilities, supporting …
Built under the Aatmanirbhar Bharat and Make in India initiatives, the DSC project showcases …
The Shillong Times
India surpasses US to become second fastest growing solar energy market
August 03, 2026
India’s installed solar power capacity surges by a massive 50-fold from a mere 3 GW in 2014 to …
India surpasses US to become second fastest growing solar energy market; the country added 37 …
India emerge as the world’s second-largest solar growth market; India’s solar sector has …
The Economic Times
Global FMCG giants bet big on India as demand, premiumisation rise
August 03, 2026
Global consumer products makers like Mondelez and L’Oreal have reported strong consumer demand …
American snacking major Modelez international says “Demand remained solid in India during the …
British FMCG major Reckitt reported high single-digit growth in India during the June quarter, …
News18
From ‘Mere Pyare Deshvasiyon’ To ‘Hi, Friends’: PM Modi’s Message Of Forgiveness To Gen Z
August 03, 2026
At a time of deep political acrimony, with abusive slogans against PM Modi and even his late …
For more than a decade, PM Modi has addressed the nation with “Mere pyare deshvasiyon". This …
While condemning the language used by sections of the protesters, PM Modi appealed to society …
The Times of India
E-2-wheelers cross 2L mark as EV sales soar
August 03, 2026
India's EV registrations rose over 66% YoY to around 3.3 lakh units in July 2026, setting a new …
Electric two-wheelers crossed the 2 lakh monthly mark for the first time, signalling …
Indian manufacturers continue to dominate the EV transition, with TVS Motor, Bajaj Auto, Ather …
Business Standard
Govt raises semiconductor demand forecast 50% to $150 billion by 2030
August 03, 2026
India's semiconductor demand is now projected to reach $150 billion by 2030, 50% higher than …
The government's Semicon programme is expected to help meet 20–30% of India's domestic chip …
India is emerging as an alternative global hub for semiconductor assembly, with international …
Swarajya
India’s UPI Transaction Volume Hits All-Time High Of 23.66 Billion In July
August 03, 2026
UPI recorded its highest-ever monthly transaction volume in July 2026, processing 23.66 billion …
UPI transactions in July 2026 grew 22% year-on-year by volume and 19% by value, highlighting …
India's UPI ecosystem is steadily expanding its global footprint, with merchant payments now …
Organiser
The Politics of Strategic Retreat: Why PM Narendra Modi wins big by losing small
August 03, 2026
The most enduring statesmen are remembered not merely for their victories, but for deciding …
Whether confronted by mass protests, coalition negotiations, electoral surprises or …
The immediate loss creates a larger strategic advantage, and PM Modi’s politics often resembles …
The New Indian Express
India's rich cultural tapestry takes centre stage as Commonwealth baton heads to Ahmedabad
August 03, 2026
Glasgow formally pass the Commonwealth Games baton to India before a spectacular showcase of …
As Glasgow handed over the Commonwealth baton, India introduced the world to its timeless …
India offered the world a vibrant invitation to Ahmedabad CWG in 2030, blending ancient …