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Auto sector reports strong sales momentum; SUVs and exports drive growth across industry
April 02, 2026
India’s automobile sector sustained growth momentum in March and Q4 FY26, with multiple …
Strong demand for SUVs continued to anchor passenger vehicle growth, reinforcing the Auto sector'…
Rising exports contributed significantly to overall auto industry performance, indicating …
The Economic Times
'I am a Chaiwala too': Modi interacts with tea garden workers in Dibrugarh
April 02, 2026
PM Modi told tea garden workers in Dibrugarh “I am a chaiwala too,” using personal background …
PM Modi interacted directly with tea garden labourers, engaging with them on-site during his …
PM Modi observed tea plucking activities during his visit, highlighting the everyday work of …
Business Standard
India's VC investments reached $16 bn in 2025; deal activity rose 18%
April 02, 2026
India’s venture capital (VC) ecosystem continued its upward trajectory in calendar year 2025, …
The overall deal activity in 2025 accelerated by nearly 18% year-on-year (Y-o-Y), with total …
Among the deal activity in 2025, fintech emerged as a key outperformer, with deal value …
Money Control
Assam will now be known for 'chai' and 'chip': PM Modi
April 02, 2026
PM Modi positioned Assam’s transition from a tea-centric economy to a semiconductor hub as part …
PM Modi highlighted the upcoming semiconductor plant as a key step toward integrating Assam …
PM Modi linked chip production in Assam to downstream industries such as electronics and …
Business Standard
India's first digital census begins; President, PM participate in exercise
April 02, 2026
President Murmu and PM Modi took part in the first self-enumeration exercise in India’s census …
About 55,000 households across eight states, UTs availed self-enumeration facility on first day …
The Union Cabinet has approved Rs 11,718 crore for conducting the Census 2027, which would …
The Times Of India
India's economy puts up brave front as GST, auto sales and UPI payments surge despite Gulf war
April 02, 2026
India’s GST collections rose to around ₹2 lakh crore in March, indicating continued economic …
Despite the tensiones in the Gulf, passenger vehicle sales recorded strong growth in March, …
UPI transactions surged sharply in March, highlighting continued expansion of digital payments …
The Economic Times
New I-T Act marks new chapter in India's tax administration, step towards Viksit Bharat: CBDT
April 02, 2026
The Income Tax Act, 2025, which came into force, marks a new chapter in India's tax …
The new Act replaced the six-decade old Income Tax Act, 1961, and reduced the volume of the …
The Income Tax Act, 2025 allows taxpayers to claim TDS refund even when ITRs are filed after …
The Economic Times
India's GST collections rise 8.2% to Rs 1.78 lakh crore in March
April 02, 2026
India's Goods and Services Tax (GST) collection surged to Rs 1.78 lakh crore in March 2026, …
Overall GST collections for March reached Rs 2 lakh crore, an 8.8% rise compared to the same …
The Gross Domestic Revenue stood at Rs 1.46 lakh crore, up 5.9%, while Gross Import Revenue …
The Economic Times
India has managed war disruptions better than many other economies: P D Singh
April 02, 2026
Indian companies and banks are weathering the impact of the West Asia conflict better than many …
The inflation differential with the US is around 1.5%, compared with 4.5-5.5% over the past …
While banks are well capitalised, NPAs are in control, they have good mix of corporate and …
The Times Of India
Defence minister inks contract of Rs 1,950cr for 2 mountain radars with PSU BELfor IAF
April 02, 2026
The defence ministry has inked a major capital acquisition contract with PSU Bharat Electronics …
The installation and commissioning of the mountain radars will boost the country’s air defence …
The mountain radars are indigenously designed and developed by DRDO’s electronics and radar …
The Times Of India
Navy gets ‘Malwan’ anti-sub warfare ship, first next-gen offshore patrol vessel
April 02, 2026
The Indian Navy received the delivery of ‘Malwan’, the second anti-submarine warfare shallow …
The first of 11 next-generation offshore patrol vessels, Shachi (Yard 1280), was launched at …
INS Malwan draws its name from the coastal town of Malwan in Maharashtra, a region …
The Times Of India
PM chairs CCS meet on Middle East conflict, orders urgent steps to secure supplies and curb price risks
April 02, 2026
PM Modi chaired a special meeting of the Cabinet Committee on Security to review the impact of …
LPG prices for domestic consumers have been kept unchanged, while anti-diversion enforcement is …
PM Modi is directing all departments to take “all possible measures to ameliorate the problems …
The Times Of India
Hat-trick of defeat for Congress certain': PM Modi takes 'rajkumar' dig at Rahul Gandhi in Assam
April 02, 2026
PM Modi launched a sharp attack on the Congress in Assam, taking a swipe at Lok Sabha leader of …
PM Modi expressed confidence that the Bharatiya Janata Party-led NDA would secure a "hattrick" …
PM Modi outlined plans to position Assam as a hub for modern technology, including …
Business Standard
NHAI builds 5,313 km highways, beats FY26 construction target by 15%
April 02, 2026
NHAI has constructed 5,313 kilometres of highways in 2025–26, 15% higher than its target of 4,…
NHAI constructed 5,313 km of highways in FY26, surpassing its target by 15 per cent, while …
NHAI has spent over ₹2.44 trillion on capital expenditure in FY26, 2.5% higher than the …
ANI News
Digital trade an important component of India's economy: MeitY
April 02, 2026
India has a vibrant IT ecosystem with revenues exceeding 280 billion US Dollars and exports of …
Government remains steadfast in its commitment to advancing India's digital economy, while …
India and the US have established a framework for an Interim Agreement that reflects both …
ANI News
Despite tariffs and geopolitical tensions Indian corporates' credit profile remains resilient in FY26: ICRA
April 02, 2026
The credit profile of Indian companies remained resilient in 2025-26 despite a challenging …
ICRA upgraded the ratings of 388 entities in 2025-26, resulting in a strong credit ratio of 3.1 …
The India-EU trade agreement is expected to create the world's largest free trade zone, …
Business Line
Indian Railways posts steady growth in passengers, revenue and record freight in FY26
April 02, 2026
Indian Railways reported growth in both passenger traffic and revenue during the financial year …
Indian Railways registered robust freight earnings of approximately ₹1,77,754 crore in 2025–26, …
During 2025–26, Indian Railways carried a record 1670 million tonnes (MT) of freight, …
The Times Of India
Make in India boost: Armed with sensors, torpedoes, rockets, submarine hunter ‘Malwan’ joins Navy
April 02, 2026
The Indian Navy has received ‘Malwan’, the second Anti-Submarine Warfare Shallow Water Craft (…
Malwan ship is equipped with torpedoes, anti-submarine rockets and advanced sensors, including …
Malwan ship has been indigenously designed and built in line with naval specifications and …
Business Standard
AI inferencing to drive India data centre growth: Iron Mountain CEO
April 02, 2026
The growth of the data centre business in India will be primarily driven by companies working …
Iron Mountain is looking to add another 150 Mw of data centre capacity in India over the next …
Tax incentives such as the 20-year tax break announced during the Budget are the right policy …
ANI News
Congress has been root cause of corruption in India, compromised Assamese identity for power: PM Modi
April 02, 2026
PM Modi framed Congress’s governance as structurally corrupt, arguing that its policies …
PM Modi accused Congress of compromising Assamese identity for electoral gains, linking …
PM Modi connected past Congress policies to infiltration-related challenges in Assam, …
News18
From Plucking Tea Leaves To Jhumur Songs: PM Modi's Day Out With Tea Garden Workers In Assam
April 02, 2026
PM Modi’s participation in tea leaf plucking at a Dibrugarh estate served as a symbolic …
PM Modi’s direct interaction with women labourers underscored a focus on grassroots engagement …
PM Modi’s presence at Jhumur performances spotlighted the cultural identity of tea tribes, …
ANI News
Tea garden worker shares joy over interaction with PM Modi in Dibrugarh
April 02, 2026
A tea garden worker in Dibrugarh described her interaction with PM Modi as a rare opportunity, …
The tea garden worker from Dibrugarh highlighted that PM Modi’s visit involved personal …
PM Modi's interaction with tea gardeners boosted morale, indicating the symbolic value of …
The Financial Express
India’s 5G traffic surges 70% Y-o-Y: Nokia report
April 01, 2026
The pan India monthly 5G traffic grew 70% year on year, reaching 12.9 Exabytes in 2025, which …
While metro markets lead with 58% 5G traffic share, adoption in Category A, B and C circles is …
A user consumed around 31 GB of data in a month, representing 18% compound annual growth rate (…
DD News
eGramSwaraj routes over Rs 3 lakh crore to deepen rural India’s digital push
April 01, 2026
India’s eGramSwaraj routes over ₹3 lakh crore ensuring real time payments and full financial …
India strengthens grassroots governance with over 2.5 lakh Gram Panchayats onboarded and …
India boosts inclusive governance as SabhaSaar AI tool expands to 23 languages enabling wider …
The Indian Express
The first day of school, the start of a shared responsibility
April 01, 2026
The first day of school marks the beginning of a shared responsibility among governments, …
India’s education system is undergoing a transformative shift under NEP, focusing on curiosity, …
Through the NIPUN Bharat Mission, India has set a clear goal that every child should be able to …
The Statesman
India’s semiconductor market to cross $100 billion by 2030, projects PM Modi; unveils Rs 3,300 cr Kaynes plant in Gujarat
April 01, 2026
India’s semiconductor market projected to cross $100 billion by 2030 under PM Modi’s vision
India boosts chip manufacturing with ₹3,300 crore Kaynes Semicon plant at Sanand marking second …
India accelerates semiconductor mission with multiple plants talent push and goal to become top …
The Times Of india
Deadline day sees dozens of Maoists lay down arms
April 01, 2026
Dozens of Maoist cadres surrendered across Bastar and Gadchiroli, choosing to return to …
Odisha declared itself free of Naxal influence, with affected districts cleared and no fresh …
Dantewada district is now declared Naxal-free after the last five active Maoists surrendered
The Economic Times
Japan to create special cell to push FDI into India
April 01, 2026
Japanese Foreign Ministry will create a new centre to assist Japanese companies looking to …
The new centre of Japan will help Japanese firms understand regulations and tax systems in India
India and Japan aim to achieve ¥10 trillion in private-sector investment in India over the next …
The Economic Times
Courier export cap removed to boost ecomm shipments, cut logistics delays
April 01, 2026
Government removes ₹10-lakh cap on courier export consignments
Removal of ₹10-lakh cap on courier export consignments will benefit small businesses, artisans, …
CBIC introduces a faster return mechanism for cross-border parcels, reducing logistics delays
Business Standard
India strengthening its role as reliable chip supplier in global market: PM
April 01, 2026
India is strengthening its role as a reliable semiconductor supplier in the global market: PM Modi
Our government is laying a strong foundation for technology and energy security in the coming …
India is actively building a robust semiconductor ecosystem and making significant efforts to …
The Times Of india
'India managed Middle East situation well, but opposition wants to spread anarchy': PM Modi
April 01, 2026
India effectively managed Middle East crisis but opposition is spreading anarchy: PM Modi
At a time when the country needs unity Congress leaders are spreading rumours and fear: PM Modi
Congress is spreading fear and panic over shortages seeking political gain from the crisis: PM Modi
Business Standard
India's bioeconomy to hit $300 bn by 2033 on innovation demand: Report
April 01, 2026
India’s bioeconomy is projected to reach 300 billion dollars by 2033 driven by innovation and …
India is transitioning from a global leader in generics to a high velocity cost effective hub …
Government policies like the Biopharma Shakti scheme and the 1 lakh crore RDI fund are …
The Times Of india
Vidya Bharati maps NEP push, scales up ‘India-centric’ education network
April 01, 2026
Vidya Bharati Akhil Bharatiya Shiksha Sansthan is strengthening grassroots outreach while …
Vidya Bharati operates over 24,000 institutions educating 33 lakh students across India
Vidya Bharatai network spans 684 districts through 11 regional offices and 46 provincial …
The Economic Times
Salary hikes at India Inc to be steady at 9.1% this year: Report
April 01, 2026
India Inc is expected to give an average salary hike of 9.1% in 2026: Deloitte Survey
India’s GCCs will lead with a salary hike of 10.4% in 2026: Deloitte Survey
Life sciences and manufacturing sectors in India are leading with salary hikes of 9.9% and 9.8%:…
CNBC TV 18
Industry will step up to support prices, availability, jobs amid energy disruption: CII's Mukundan
April 01, 2026
Industry will step up to support prices, availability and jobs amid energy disruption: CII
Industry has worked closely with the government to manage both supply and demand amid energy …
Government has improved LPG supply to industry from 20% to almost 80% in the last 11 days: CII
The Economic Times
Apple at 50: India was once a journey. Now it’s a growth engine
April 01, 2026
Apple increased iPhone production in India by 53% in 2025 and is now making 25% of its global …
Apple’s Made-in-India iPhones crossed $50 billion in exports by December 2025 under the PLI scheme
Apple achieved a record 18% revenue growth in India with Rs 79,378 crore in FY25
The Hindu
Defence Ministry signs ₹1,950 crore deal with BEL for indigenous mountain radars
April 01, 2026
India signs ₹1,950 crore deal with Bharat Electronics Limited for indigenous mountain radars …
India boosts border surveillance with DRDO designed radars suited for high altitude and …
India accelerates Aatmanirbhar Bharat with defence procurement focused on indigenous design …
The Economic Times
India diesel exports to SE Asia hit 7-year high in March due to Iran war, data shows
April 01, 2026
India’s diesel exports to Southeast Asia hit seven year high with around 1 million metric tons …
India emerges as key supplier as global buyers pivot amid Middle East disruptions and supply gaps
Reliance Industries leads exports contributing nearly 90% of shipments strengthening India’s …
The Economic Times
Industry hails Noida International Airport as North India’s new export & logistics engine
April 01, 2026
Noida International Airport positioned as major export and logistics hub with integrated cargo …
India boosts trade efficiency through strong air road and rail connectivity reducing transit time
The Noida International Airport Project is expected to attract investments, generate jobs and …
Money Control
India VC fundraising rebounds to $5.4 billion in 2025 led by surge in large funds: Bain-IVCA report
April 01, 2026
India-focused venture capital fundraising rebounded sharply in 2025, doubling to around $5.4 …
A key driver has been a sharp increase in $100 million-plus fundraises, which rose to 18 in …
Initiatives like the India Deep Tech Alliance, with a proposed corpus of around $1 billion, …
The Financial Express
E-car sales jump 82% in FY26, near 200k mark
April 01, 2026
Electric passenger vehicle sales rose 82% year-on-year in FY26 to 196,754 units, nearing the 200,…
Tata Motors retained its lead position in FY26 with sales of 77,247 units. JSW MG Motor India …
The entry of Maruti Suzuki into the electric passenger vehicle segment is expected to widen the …
News18
PM Modi Inaugurates Grand Samrat Samprati Museum At Koba Tirth: First Look In Pictures
April 01, 2026
PM Modi inaugurates grand Samrat Samprati Museum at Koba Tirth showcasing India’s rich Jain …
Samrat Samprati Museum highlights ancient history art and architecture reflecting India’s deep …
Koba Tirth project boosts heritage tourism and cultural preservation under PM Modi’s vision for …
Firstpost
A 'Naxal-free' nation: How India delivered a fatal blow to ‘Red Terror’
April 01, 2026
India moves towards Naxal free status with decisive action against Left Wing Extremism reducing …
India combines strong security operations with development push to restore governance in …
India’s sustained strategy under PM Modi’s government ensures peace stability and growth in …
ANI News
Superfast Express of development will continue": PM Modi inaugurates multiple projects in Gujarat
April 01, 2026
PM Modi inaugurates multiple development projects in Gujarat boosting infrastructure and …
PM Modi asserts “superfast express of development will continue” highlighting government’s fast …
Gujarat sees major development boost as newly inaugurated projects drive economic growth create …
ANI News
99.92% villages in India covered with banking outlets within 5 km radius: Govt
March 31, 2026
99.92% of villages in the country and 100% of villages in the UT of Dadra and Nagar Haveli are …
The Government endeavours to ensure availability of banking outlet within 5 kms of all …
The availability of banking outlets is monitored through a Geographic Information System (GIS) -…
The New Indian Express
Govt incentives put India’s food story at a turning point
March 31, 2026
The government launched the production-linked incentive scheme for food processing industry in …
The next phase of India’s food journey is clear: to transform agricultural abundance into high-…
The PLI framework covers 14 sectors across the Indian economy. Among them, the PLI for food …
Business Standard
India's auto sales set to hit record 29.5 million; EVs charge ahead
March 31, 2026
Strong rural demand, policy support, and festive season boost drive auto sales to record highs …
India’s automobile sales are likely to close FY26 at a record high of more than 29.5 million …
Policies such as the PM E-DRIVE scheme, the push for E20 ethanol blending and replacement …
ANI News
Naxal-free India is one of biggest successes of Modi government: Amit Shah
March 31, 2026
Naxal-free India is one of the biggest successes of the Modi government: Union Home Minister …
Where Left-wing extremists did not allow development to reach for decades, the Modi government …
Modi government is not a government that gets scared, but a government that delivers justice to …
Firstpost
Amit Shah says Naxalism nearly eradicated in Bastar, blames Congress for decades of neglect
March 31, 2026
Naxalism has been almost eliminated from Bastar and the region is now on a “path of progress: …
Under Congress rule, the people of Bastar had lagged behind on development indicators as “the …
PM Modi praised HM Amit Shah’s Lok Sabha speech as “outstanding” and highlighted the government’…
Business Standard
IIP growth rose to 5.2% in February as manufacturing output climbs
March 31, 2026
Of the 23 major manufacturing segments tracked by the NSO, as many as 14 recorded positive …
Year-on-year (Y-o-Y), manufacturing output grew 6 per cent in February, increasing from the 5.3 …
For the first 11 months of financial year 2025-26 (FY26), the manufacturing sector has grown 5%,…