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India launches $1.5 billion maritime insurance pool, issues first covers
May 13, 2026
India launches $1.5-billion Bharat Maritime Insurance Pool and issues first insurance covers
New maritime insurance pool backed by $1.4 billion sovereign guarantee to support India’s …
Bharat Maritime Insurance Pool aims to strengthen domestic maritime insurance capacity and …
The Economic Times
Railway utilised 98 pc capex by Feb-end; trains to dominate flights in new corridors: Vaishnaw
May 13, 2026
Indian Railways utilised nearly 98% of FY26 capex budget, trains to dominate flights in new …
Upcoming high-speed rail corridors expected to significantly reduce travel time across major …
India begins exporting train propulsion systems to countries including Germany, Italy, …
Money Control
Unified Bharat e-Charge set to transform EV charging in India, just as UPI revolutionised digital payments: HD Kumaraswamy
May 13, 2026
Unified Bharat e-Charge platform aims to enable seamless EV charging access and payments across …
Centre earmarks ₹2,000 crore under PM E-DRIVE Scheme for expansion of EV charging infrastructure
Government says Unified Bharat e-Charge will support accessible, affordable, and reliable EV …
Business Standard
PSBs post record ₹1.98 trillion net profit in FY26 amid robust growth
May 13, 2026
PSBs reported a record ₹1.98T profit in FY26, marking four years of growth: Finance Ministry
SBI posted its highest-ever annual net profit of 80,032 crore, up 12.9%: Finance Ministry
Aggregate business of PSBs increased to 283.3 trillion, up 12.8% in FY26: Finance Ministry
ANI News
India's power demand to grow up to 5% YoY in FY27 on sustained economic momentum: Fitch Ratings
May 13, 2026
India’s power demand projected to grow 4-5% in FY27 on sustained economic momentum: Fitch Ratings
Renewable energy generation from solar and wind expected to expand further in FY27 following …
India’s power sector expected to remain resilient as rising demand supports continued growth …
Business Standard
IMD launches two AI-enabled monsoon forecast models for first time in India
May 13, 2026
IMD launches AI-enabled block-level monsoon advance forecast model
NCMRWF unveils pilot for high-resolution rainfall forecast in Uttar Pradesh
New forecast models predicts rainfall at 1 km grid resolution, compared with the earlier 12.5 …
The New Indian Express
India Inc's role in vision 2047
May 13, 2026
India Inc is a vital pillar in the nation’s journey toward Viksit Bharat by 2047
India’s demographic dividend offers a unique chance to build a highly skilled workforce
Industry must align strategies with national priorities to co-architect India's developed future:…
Live Mint
Sudha Murty backs PM Modi’s call to curb fuel use amid shock from West Asia: 'Important for nation’s resilience’
May 13, 2026
MP Sudha Murty supported PM Modi’s appeal to reduce fuel consumption and reliance on imports
MP Sudha Murty urged public understanding of broader geopolitical context for resilience
MP Sudha Murty emphasized that adopting virtual meetings and conserving fuel are vital steps …
Business Today
From Sunil Mittal to Sridhar Vembu: What India Inc feels about work from home
May 13, 2026
India Inc is welcoming PM Modi’s call for remote work and reduced travel to save energy amid …
Nasscom backs remote work to cut energy use amid West Asia tensions
Zoho founder Sridhar Vembu plans to revisit remote work following the PM Modi appeal
The Economic Times
Ready to reduce non-essential travel: Companies open to making WFH work, again
May 13, 2026
India Inc is responding to PM Modi's call for work from home and reduced travel.
Leaders from RPG and various tech firms emphasize economic patriotism by cutting non-essential …
Companies like Zoho are reconsidering a full remote shift after PM Modi appeal
The Indian Express
‘Small move, real intent’: Anupam Mittal introduces weekly work from home for Shaadi.com staff
May 13, 2026
After PM Modi appeal, Anupam Mittal announced one remote work day every week for his employees
Anupam Mittal noted that remote work could save 30,000 litres of petrol annually
Nation-building is not always a grand sacrifice, but a fewer cars on road could do same: Anupam …
Business Standard
Hospitality chains upbeat about PM Modi's call for domestic travel
May 13, 2026
Hospitality industry sees strong growth opportunity after PM Modi’s call to prioritise domestic …
Hotel chains expect rising domestic tourism demand to support employment and hospitality growth …
Industry executives say stronger domestic travel can boost tourism development in Tier II and …
The Times Of india
PM Modi tells SPG to cut convoy by half, govt depts to adopt austerity measures
May 13, 2026
PM Modi directs SPG to reduce convoy size by nearly 50% as part of austerity push
Government departments prepare fuel-saving and cost-conscious measures following PM Modi’s …
PM Modi encourages reduced fuel consumption and greater use of electric vehicles within …
The Economic Times
India’s economic strength defies foreign outflow fears, S&P Says
May 13, 2026
S&P Global Ratings says India’s economy remains resilient despite global financial and oil …
Strong investment opportunities and healthy gross inflows continue to support India’s …
S&P highlights strong economic fundamentals and resilient investment environment supporting …
The Indian Express
How India’s farm exports have grown despite Trump tariffs
May 13, 2026
India’s farm exports rise 2.3% to $53.1 billion in 2025-26 despite US tariff pressures
Marine products, coffee, and fresh fruits exports record strong growth as India expands …
Indian agricultural exporters diversify export destinations to offset impact of higher US tariffs
The Financial Express
Tourism sector sees stronger domestic boom in PM’s appeal
May 13, 2026
Hospitality industry sees stronger domestic tourism momentum following PM Modi’s appeal to …
Hotel industry leaders say rising domestic travel can support local economies, regional tourism,…
Industry executives expect growing interest in Indian destinations across leisure, weddings, …
Hindustan Times
India & Iran: Partners in an uncertain world
May 13, 2026
Iran–India relations are a clear example of a relationship that extends beyond short-term …
Strengthening economic and transit links between Iran-India may contribute to greater economic …
Iran and India remain situated within a common geopolitical space, and their mutual needs in …
News18
From Metro To E-Rickshaw: Leaders Take Public Transport To Back PM's Fuel-Saving Appeal
May 13, 2026
Delhi Education Minister Ashish Sood and Union Minister Ramdas Athawale on Tuesday travelled by …
In Mumbai, Union Minister and Republican Party of India chief Ramdas Athawale took the Metro-3 …
PM Modi has encouraged reduced non-essential travel and wider adoption of public transport in …
News18
Food, Fertilisers And The Future: The Strategic Message In PM Modi’s Speech
May 13, 2026
Very few leaders globally address issues with their people as directly as PM Modi. In his speech,…
India, however, still possesses something many countries have partially lost—living food diversity
PM Modi’s remarks in his speech on May 10 point towards a larger truth. We, as a nation, should …
The Economic Times
Indian Army gets indigenous FPV kamikaze drones, UAV-launched precision munitions
May 13, 2026
The Indian Army has received two new indigenous combat systems under Emergency Procurement, …
The two systems, ULPGM and AGNIKAA VTOL-1, have been designed, developed and manufactured …
Indian army’s ULPGM carries a two-kg warhead capable of neutralising both soft and hard targets …
Business Line
How FMCG brands are leveraging organic millet agriculture to build a smarter portfolio
May 13, 2026
As per reports, India has solidified its position as the global leader, achieving a record …
Millet has outgrown its reputation as just a heritage crop. Currently, it stands as the primary …
India has been driving domestic sales of millet-based products to ₹814 crore through focused …
The Tribune
Punjab’s railway transformation is creating opportunities, boosting connectivity
May 13, 2026
Punjab sees major railway infrastructure expansion with projects worth over ₹26,000 crore under …
Railway budget allocation for Punjab rises to ₹5,673 crore alongside new rail corridors and …
Punjab achieves 100% railway electrification as Vande Bharat connectivity and redevelopment …
The New Indian Express
30,966 rare manuscripts found in Mysuru district during survey
May 13, 2026
An expert team conducting a survey of manuscripts under the Gyan Bharatam Mission has found 30,…
An expert team led by former Director of Oriental Research Institute (ORI) Dr K V Ramapriya has …
While the first phase of the survey in Mysuru district involves locating manuscripts, the …
The Economic Times
National Technology Day Special: India’s patent boom is rewiring the auto industry
May 12, 2026
Growing patent filings show stronger innovation and fresh research momentum across India’s auto …
Progress in electric vehicles and connected technologies is changing the way automobiles are …
India’s expanding research ecosystem is helping the country grow into a global hub for …
News18
How Your 10% Effort Can Help India Save Billions In Foreign Exchange Every Year
May 12, 2026
"The restrictions on use were necessary to save foreign currency spent on fuel imports": PM Modi
A 10% reduction in crude oil, gold, and edible oil consumption, along with lower fertiliser use,…
The Central government could save $13.5 billion by reducing crude oil imports by 10%, while a 50%…
The Economic Times
India Inc backs Modi’s appeal to cut gold buying and foreign travel amid West Asia tensions
May 12, 2026
India Inc supported PM Modi’s call to reduce gold buying and non-essential foreign travel
Conserving foreign exchange can strengthen economic stability amidst global uncertainty, …
Greater domestic spending will reinforce resilience and support India’s long-term growth momentum
The Financial Express
India’s manufacturing push: Govt identifies 100 products for Made-In-India boost
May 12, 2026
The Indian government has identified 100 products for targeted Made-in-India expansion
The targeted Made in India expansion aims at reducing import dependence and strengthen …
Targeted manufacturing capacity will improve India’s competitiveness in global supply chains …
Deccan Herald
India Solar Milestone: 150 GW Reached with Record 44 GW Jump
May 12, 2026
"Adding 44 GW of solar capacity in a single year is a major achievement; India is now among the …
The Central government has successfully expanded India's solar power capacity to over 150 GW, …
“Before the Modi Government came to power, India’s total installed solar capacity itself was …
Business Standard
Life insurers' new business premium jumps 39% in April on GST boost
May 12, 2026
New business premium rose 39% year-on-year to ₹30,550 crore, reflecting strong momentum across …
GST relief on retail life insurance products has boosted affordability and strengthened …
Growth was led by strong performances from LIC and private insurers, signalling renewed …
The Times of India
No reason to panic, but follow PM's energy pointers: Govt
May 12, 2026
The government has assured that there is no shortage of petroleum products and urged people not …
Citizens have been encouraged to follow PM Modi’s fuel-saving advice and use energy responsibly
Strong supply management systems are ensuring uninterrupted fuel availability and long-term …
Business Standard
PM's call for cut in forex spend great for hospitality sector: IHCL MD, CEO
May 12, 2026
IHCL said PM Modi’s call to curb foreign exchange spending can boost domestic tourism and …
Higher domestic travel demand is expected to strengthen hotel occupancy and hospitality sector …
Greater local tourism spending powered by curbing foreign exchange spending will support India’…
Money Control
India fastest-growing major economy with 7.4% GDP growth between FY23-FY26: Shaktikanta Das at CII Summit
May 12, 2026
India recorded an average annual GDP growth of 7.4% between FY23 and FY26, remaining the fastest-…
RBI Governor Shaktikanta Das said this growth was anchored in macroeconomic stability, prudent …
Strong domestic demand and resilience through successive global disruptions have reinforced …
The Economic Times
Portugal eyes bigger role in India’s infrastructure, manufacturing push as trade ties deepen
May 12, 2026
Portugal is ready to contribute to India’s infrastructure towards achieving goal of 2047 …
Deeper trade engagement between Delhi and Lisbon is opening new opportunities for manufacturing …
Stronger India-Portugal economic ties reflect growing global confidence in India’s long-term …
The Financial Express
Time to double down on investments: Sunil Mittal to India Inc
May 12, 2026
Sunil Mittal, Chairman of Bharti Enterprises urged India Inc to step up investments and seize …
Sunil Mittal highlighted India’s strong macroeconomic fundamentals as a solid base for long-…
Greater private sector investment will accelerate industrial growth, innovation and global …
Business Standard
2 more chip packaging units to be operational by Dec: Ashwini Vaishnaw
May 12, 2026
Two new semiconductor chip packaging units under the India Semiconductor Mission will begin …
Union Minister Ashwini Vaishnav said India’s first domestic commercial micro-LED display …
Union Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw highlighted AI-led productivity growth, $200 billion in …
The Economic Times
As PM Modi appeals, govt & India Inc set to operate on a war footing
May 12, 2026
Government and industry are moving with greater urgency to strengthen national preparedness
India Inc is aligning operations with policy priorities to ensure resilience and stability
Coordinated action between the public and private sectors will reinforce India’s strategic …
The Economic Times
PM Modi to hold talks with UAE, Dutch, Swedish, Norwegian and Italian leadership in major tour from May 15–20
May 12, 2026
PM Modi's visit to Norway marks the 1st by an Indian PM in 43 years, focusing on a bilateral …
The Indian government aims to strengthen the Comprehensive Strategic Partnership with the UAE, …
PM Modi’s upcoming 5-nation visit will further deepen India's partnership with Europe across …
The Financial Express
Monthly inflows in debt mutual funds reach an all-time high in April
May 12, 2026
"The overall numbers in April show commendable resilience by Indian investors against the …
The mutual fund industry witnessed a sharp rise in overall assets to Rs 81.92 lakh crore in …
Debt mutual funds recorded record net monthly inflows of Rs 2.47 lakh crore in April, …
Ani News
Former Swedish PM says India's rising global clout driving stronger Europe ties, Swedish industry eyeing expansion
May 12, 2026
"India's rapid economic growth and emergence as a global manufacturing hub have made it …
Following the landmark India-EU FTA, industries in Sweden are planning to establish and expand …
India's economy is expected to reach the same size as the European economy within the next 15 …
Ani News
Hold weddings at Statue of Unity and 'Sardar Sahab' will give blessings; India offers numerous magnificent venues: PM Modi
May 12, 2026
"For weddings, India offers numerous magnificent venues; we should choose from among them": PM Modi
PM Modi encouraged citizens to take pride in local heritage and adopt meaningful resolutions …
Highlighting the importance of domestic tourism, PM Modi suggested the Statue of Unity as a …
Ani News
Somnath stands as symbol of India's indestructible civilisational spirit: PM Modi at Somnath Amrut Mahotsav
May 12, 2026
"If India became independent in 1947, then in 1951, the Pran Pratishtha of Somnath proclaimed …
PM Modi celebrated 75 years of the modern Somnath Temple, stating that the shrine has become a …
Linking heritage with scientific progress, PM Modi noted that cultural sites like Somnath are …
News18
'Until Situation Becomes Normal...': PM Modi Reiterates Call For WFH, Reduced Fuel Use
May 12, 2026
"Until conditions return to normal, all of us will have to take small yet meaningful …
PM Modi urged the adoption of digital technology for virtual meetings and work-from-home …
The Central government is prioritising public transport while encouraging citizens to support "…
The Hindu
A new phase in the India-Vietnam strategic partnership
May 12, 2026
The Central government and Vietnam have set an ambitious bilateral trade target of $25 billion …
Defence cooperation remains a pillar of the India-Vietnam partnership, with the Central …
"The decision to elevate India-Vietnam bilateral relations to an Enhanced Comprehensive …
Business Standard
Delhi to enjoy barrier-free toll plaza; tech to save ₹7K cr a year on ops
May 12, 2026
MLFF tolling on Delhi’s UER-2 will help save approximately ₹7,000 crore a year by streamlining …
The Central government has implemented barrier-free tolling on the Urban Extension Road-2 in …
The transition to MLFF tolling is expected to significantly cut down fuel consumption and …
The Financial Express
Beyond record 168 million tonne record output: PLI, green tech redefining India’s steel sector
May 12, 2026
India’s steel sector achieved a record crude steel production of 168.4 MT in FY26, while …
The specialty steel PLI scheme has attracted investment commitments worth ₹44,106 crore, …
The Central government has intensified decarbonisation efforts with a ₹20,000 crore outlay for …
Money Control
Zoho may revisit work from home after PM Modi’s fuel-saving appeal, says Sridhar Vembu
May 12, 2026
"I hope all of us heed the Prime Minister’s appeal": Sridhar Vembu, CEO, Zoho
In response to PM Modi's appeal to reduce fuel usage, Zoho is reviewing its work-from-home …
The Central government’s focus on resource conservation is gaining corporate support, with …
Hindustan Times
Lab to life shift for innovation in India
May 12, 2026
Union Minister Dharmendra Pradhan said Bharat Innovates will showcase over 100 deep-tech …
India’s higher education institutions are driving innovation through patents, startups and …
Union Minister Dharmendra Pradhan highlighted that India’s 2.23 lakh recognised startups, 120+ …
The Financial Express
FPOs’ sales rise via commodity exchanges in FY26
May 11, 2026
Farmer Producer Organisations (FPOs) in India are rapidly scaling through commodity exchanges …
On the NCDEX platform in 2025-26, 104 farmers’ collectives have sold over Rs 700 crore worth of …
Out of 104 FPOs about 54 FPOs have sold commodities of more than Rs 1 crore on the commodity …
Business Standard
India validates three strategic missile technologies in three days
May 11, 2026
India’s successful MIRV technology validation significantly strengthens its strategic …
The scramjet combustor test represents an important step forward in India’s pursuit of advanced …
The TARA glide weapon system trial boosts India’s precision strike capabilities while …
The New Indian Express
Over 4.9L pledge organs; women take lead in Maha, Karnataka, Kerala & Telangana
May 11, 2026
Over 4.9 lakh Indians have registered to donate organs and tissues after death: NOTTO
As many as 226,309 women have registered themselves as donors till May 2. Women take lead in …
Since the launch, 4,92,355 people in India, the highest in Maharashtra, have pledged their …