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Auto Inc set for an over 2 million expansion spree as carmakers zero down plant plans
January 15, 2026
The country’s top carmakers with installed capacity of 5.4 million cars, are looking to …
Together, the country's top four carmakers, which accounted for more than three-quarters of the …
In 2025, the overall passenger vehicle industry recorded the highest-ever domestic sales as …
The Economic Times
FDI inflows surge $51 billion in 6 months as govt pushes manufacturing, startup collaboration: DPIIT Secy
January 15, 2026
India has received FDI worth USD 51 billion in the last six months, reflecting sustained global …
As part of its startup push, DPIIT will organise National Startup Day on January 16: Amardeep …
The combination of Digital India, startup growth, and youth participation is reshaping the …
Business Standard
India's GDP to grow at 7.5-7.8% in FY26, 6.6-6.9% in FY27: Deloitte
January 15, 2026
India is likely to clock a GDP growth of 7.5-7.8% in the current fiscal, supported by festive …
For India, 2025 will be remembered as the year of "resilience" in domestic demand, decisive …
Real GDP grew 8 per cent in the first half (April-September) of the ongoing 2025-26 fiscal …
Business Standard
India registers new cow breed that gives 11-19 kgs per day milk yield
January 15, 2026
Karan Fries — the name may sound unfamiliar. But for animal breeders and agriculturists, it …
Developed by NDRI Karnal, the synthetic Karan Fries cow breed combines high productivity with …
Karan Fries cows yield an average of 3,550 kilogram (kg) of milk per lactation (around 10 months,…
Business Standard
Indian auto components industry grew 6.8% in Apr-Sept FY26: ACMA
January 15, 2026
The Indian auto component industry grew by 6.8 per cent year-on-year to Rs 3.56 lakh crore in …
On the external trade front, exports of auto components grew by 9.3 per cent to USD 12.1 billion:…
H1 FY26 performance reflects the underlying strength of India's automotive ecosystem, with …
Business Standard
Executive Centre India gets Sebi approval for proposed ₹2,600 cr IPO
January 15, 2026
Executive Centre India, which provides flexible workspace solutions, has got Sebi’s approval …
Among the major listed operators, WeWork’s total revenue for the second quarter of 2025-26 (…
Post-IPO, Executive Centre will join the already listed coworking/managed office/flex space …
Live Mint
GDP to grow 7.3-7.5 pc in FY26, says Grant Thornton Bharat
January 15, 2026
The Indian economy is likely to clock a growth rate of 7.3 to 7.5 per cent in the fiscal ending …
According to the First Advance Estimates issued by the National Statistics Office (NSO), India …
On expectations from the forthcoming Union Budget, Shah said it is a directional document and …
The Indian Express
PM Modi writes | Kashi & the Tamil Sangamam: A celebration of unity, a cultural confluence
January 15, 2026
PM Modi writes that the Kashi-Tamil Sangamam reflects India’s deep civilisational bonds, …
PM Modi highlights shared traditions, scholarship and pilgrimage routes to underline the …
The Kashi-Tamil Sangamam is presented as a living expression of Ek Bharat, Shreshtha Bharat, …
Business Standard
Smartphone exports may have topped $30 billion in 2025 on PLI push
January 15, 2026
India’s smartphone exports may have crossed $30bn in 2025, signalling the country’s rapid rise …
The PLI scheme has encouraged global companies to expand local manufacturing and scale exports
Growing exports are strengthening India’s position in global supply chains and reducing …
The Economic Times
Mercedes-Benz India to locally make Maybach GLS
January 15, 2026
Mercedes-Benz will locally manufacture the Maybach GLS in India, marking the first time the …
Mercedes-Benz’s move to locally manufacture the Maybach GLS reflects strong growth in India’s …
Local production underscores India’s increasing strategic importance in Mercedes-Benz’s global …
The Economic Times
Samsung bullish on India outlook for 2026, bets on rising economy
January 15, 2026
Samsung has expressed confidence in India’s economic outlook for 2026, citing stable growth, …
Samsung sees India as both a key consumption market and a major manufacturing hub for global …
Policy support, improved infrastructure and demand for premium technology products are driving …
The Times Of India
Two-wheeler sales vroom past 2-crore mark in 2025
January 15, 2026
India’s two-wheeler sales crossed 2 crore units in 2025, marking a strong rebound after years …
Rural & semi-urban markets played a key role, supported by better incomes, easing inflation and …
India’s two-wheeler sales crossed 2 crore units in 2025, the milestone reflects broader …
Hindustan Times
Harnessing technology to strengthen democracy
January 15, 2026
In the spirit of vasudhaiva kutumbakam (the world is one family), India stands ready to share …
The 28th CSPOC represents a convergence of India’s democratic heritage and its technological …
We now prepare to convene the 28th CSPOC in January 2026 — marking the fourth time New Delhi …
The Economic Times
Hong Kong emerges key market for India's high-value exports
January 15, 2026
Hong Kong, long seen as a Gateway to China, now holds potential to become a Gateway to India …
Hong Kong is India's 10th largest export destination and its share in the country's total goods …
Hong Kong has emerged as a key destination for India's high-value exports with shipments …
Business Standard
Integration between tracks, freight corridors speeds up: Railways ministry
January 15, 2026
Seamless integration between dedicated freight corridors and the Indian Railways network is …
On Sunday, January 5, 2026, a total of 892 ‘interchange’ trains were handled in a single day …
Seamless movement between dedicated freight corridors (DFCs) and mixed-use railway tracks is …
India Today
Sealdah to Kashi: New Amrit Bharat Train to link east and the heartland
January 15, 2026
The Sealdah–Varanasi Amrit Bharat Express is part of a wider plan to modernise India’s long-…
Indian Railways is set to launch a new Amrit Bharat Express between Sealdah and Varanasi to …
The Amrit Bharat Express is designed for high-demand routes where passengers need speed and …
Money Control
India to be 1st country outside of US to roll out GLS Maybach model: Mercedes-Benz India MD
January 15, 2026
Mercedes-Benz will start local production of its ultra luxury SUV ’GLS Maybach’ in India, …
As a result of the localisation, GLS Maybach model will be priced at Rs 2.75 crore, down from …
Sales of top-end vehicles (TEV), which are priced above Rs 1.5 crore, grew by 11% and comprised …
The Economic Times
On occasion of Pongal, PM Modi hails Tamil culture, contribution of farmers
January 15, 2026
PM Modi celebrated Pongal in New Delhi, highlighting Tamil culture as an ancient living …
Pongal has become a global festival today and is celebrated with enthusiasm by Tamil …
PM Modi emphasised that farmers are strong partners in nation-building and that their efforts …
News18
Why 2026 Union Budget Will Be Pathbreaking
January 15, 2026
FM Nirmala Sitharaman’s ninth consecutive Budget promises to be a cornerstone in realising the …
The 2026 Budget is poised to accelerate the momentum with innovative policies, strategic …
The 2026 Budget is expected to cement India’s position as a global growth engine by emphasising …
News18
Beyond Tariffs And Treaties: The Case For India’s Next Economic Leap
January 15, 2026
PM Modi’s fiat still runs supreme within the party, as recent decisions such as the appointment …
PM Modi was able to mobilise the bureaucratic machinery during Covid — with results that …
Analysts and commentators who were quick to say that PM Modi should have moved faster with US …
The Global Kashmir
Khelo India Brings Hope to Kashmir’s Youth
January 15, 2026
Under Khelo India programme, more than 23 lakh children across India, including thousands …
Today, 2845 Khelo India Athletes benefit from the holistic support system that has transformed …
Across Kashmir today, schools celebrate sports achievements alongside academic results, parents …
Business Standard
India's new FTA playbook looks beyond trade and tariffs to investment ties
January 14, 2026
The recently concluded trade agreements and ongoing negotiations for others indicate a …
The Indian government has been on an FTA-signing spree over half a decade, clocking seven deals …
India’s new free trade agreements (FTAs) reflect a clear shift away from merely tariff-focused …
The Economic Times
India emerging as a key development base for AI innovations, says Bosch
January 14, 2026
Bosch highlights India’s rising role as a key global development base for AI technologies, …
With more than 20k software developers based in India, Bosch considers the country a core part …
Bosch teams in India are taking full development responsibility on key AI projects and working …
Hindustan Times
Patience over pressure: A resolution for parents
January 14, 2026
India’s NEP 2020 emphasis on multidisciplinary learning and flexibility recognises that human …
Marks, examinations, and assessments will continue to play an important role. They provide …
Instead of single-mindedly searching for child prodigies in our midst, let us recognise the …
The Economic Times
India’s electronics exports hit Rs 4 lakh crore in 2025: IT Minister Vaishnaw
January 14, 2026
India’s electronics exports crossed the Rs 4 lakh crore mark in 2025 and are expected to grow …
iPhone exports from India reached Rs 2.03 lakh crore in 2025, nearly double the Rs 1.1 lakh …
India Cellular and Electronics Association expects mobile phone production in India to touch $…
NDTV
World Bank Projects India's Growth At 7.2% Due To "Resilient Activity"
January 14, 2026
In its latest Global Economic Prospects report, the World Bank said India's resilience helped …
India's economy is projected to remain among the world's fastest-growing major economies, with …
The report said that despite higher tariffs on certain exports to the United States, India's …
The Economic Times
India’s automobile exports rise 13% in April–December 2025; Maruti Suzuki tops, Hyundai follows
January 14, 2026
India’s automobile exports rose 13% year-on-year in April–December 2025, highlighting the …
Vehicle shipments increased to 6,70,930 units during the period, compared with 5,78,091 units a …
Over the past five years, Maruti Suzuki’s exports have risen by around 365 per cent compared …
The Economic Times
Hiring surges across India as AI-linked jobs rise exponentially
January 14, 2026
India’s job market showed robust momentum in 2025, with overall recruitment up 15% YoY and 5% …
Artificial intelligence emerged as the defining hiring force, with ~2.9 lakh AI-linked roles …
While IT and services lead AI hiring, strong growth was also seen in BFSI, healthcare, retail, …
News18
From Rasoi Day, AI To Quiz, Startups: PM Modi Discusses Over 50 Ideas With Young Leaders
January 14, 2026
PM Modi engaged with young leaders on 50+ groundbreaking ideas across tech, education, …
Conversations between PM Modi & young leaders included AI for kitchens (Rasoi Day AI) and …
The young leaders dialogue showcased India’s support for startups and youth-led solutions, …
Business Line
India’s textiles sector attracts over ₹60,000 crore investment in 2025
January 14, 2026
Textiles sector sees commitments and investments of over ₹60,000 crore in 2025
Textile sector: 2026 to see a continued focus on investments through PM MITRA and Production …
PM MITRA Park projects alone attract committed investments of over ₹14,000 crore with a …
Business Standard
Govt looks to expand UPI's global footprint, eyes East Asia: DFS secy
January 14, 2026
India is working to expand the global reach of UPI, its real-time digital payments system, by …
India’s initiative to expand the global reach of UPI aims to enable seamless digital payments …
India’s push for UPI reflects its ambition to be a global fintech leader, advancing …
The Times Of India
India-France ties: PM Modi meets Macron’s aide; reaffirms strategic partnership
January 14, 2026
PM Modi met with Emmanuel Bonne, French President Macron's diplomatic advisor, reinforcing the …
PM Modi’s meeting with Emmanuel Bonne comes amid continued high-level engagement between the …
India and France share a long-standing strategic partnership spanning defence, space, nuclear …
Fortune India
21.3 Lakh EVs sold, ₹42,500 crore PLI investments drive India’s EV and advanced manufacturing growth in 2025
January 14, 2026
Record EV sales and massive PLI investments mark 2025 as a transformative year for India’s …
India’s EV and advanced manufacturing sector achieved record growth in 2025, with over 21.3 …
Under the PM E-DRIVE initiative, launched with an outlay of ₹10,900 crore, more than 21.36 lakh …
Business Standard
Indian job market gains pace as hiring rises 15% in December: Report
January 14, 2026
India’s job market closed 2025 with renewed confidence, as hiring activity rose 5% month-on-…
The convergence of core industries and AI adoption will continue to position India as a global …
In 2026, hiring will be increasingly skills-led, mid-career-focused, and spread across both …
Business Standard
UPI user base can more than double to 1 billion: RBI Deputy Governor
January 14, 2026
UPI has the potential to more than double to 1 billion users from the current base of 400 …
The total digital payment transactions value increased from Rs 2,071 crore in FY 2017-18 to Rs …
UPI has emerged as the most popular and preferred payment mode pioneering Person to Person (P2P)…
The Times Of India
Green makeover: 7 villages in Kashi to get free solar energy under PM’s scheme
January 14, 2026
In a big step towards making rural areas energy-independent, seven villages adopted by PM Modi …
Houses built under Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana, Mukhyamantri Awas Yojana, and CSR funds in 7 …
Over 500 houses will get 2 kW solar power plants installed in the first phase, targeting homes …
First Post
How German Chancellor Merz’s India visit carries a strategic message
January 14, 2026
India and Germany are signalling that middle and major powers can still build partnerships …
Berlin now views New Delhi not only as an important economic partner but also as a central …
PM Modi’s invitation to German universities and companies to embed themselves in India …
Business Line
India, France explore joint development under Make in India at strategic dialogue
January 14, 2026
India and France co-chaired a key strategic dialogue as the two sides explored opportunities …
NSA Ajit Doval and Diplomatic Adviser to the President of the Republic of France, Emmanuel Bonne,…
India and France underscored the importance of closer cooperation to address challenges in the …
Business Standard
Rabi acreage tops normal levels for most crops till January 9, shows data
January 13, 2026
Sowing of rabi crops crossed normal levels during the week ended January 9, with acreage under …
Around 64.42 million hectares of land were sown under rabi crops till January 9, 2026, which is …
With acreage of almost all major rabi crops exceeding last year’s levels, production is …
News18
Why ‘G RAM G’ Is Essential For A Viksit Bharat
January 13, 2026
Considering the rapidly changing 21st century, the needs and aspirations of Young Bharat, and …
In the new and rapidly changing economic, social, and technological landscape, the MGNREGA …
MGNREGA remained limited as a welfare-oriented poverty alleviation programme, whereas today’s …
Business Standard
Net direct tax kitty swells 9% to ₹18.4 trillion till January 11
January 13, 2026
Net direct tax collection grew 8.82 per cent to over Rs 18.38 trillion in the current fiscal …
In the current fiscal (2025-26), the government has projected its direct tax collection at Rs 25.…
Net corporate tax collection crossed Rs 8.63 trillion, while tax from non-corporates, including …
The Economic Times
Women apprentices in India rise 58% over three years: TeamLease report
January 13, 2026
Women apprentices in India increased by 58% over three years, rising from 124,000 in 2021–22 to …
Projections indicate India’s female workforce could reach 255 million by 2047, representing 45 …
In 2021, the number of employable women stood at 1.38 million and by 2027, employable women are …
The Economic Times
Indian banks see exponential growth in deposits and loans since FY05: SBI Report
January 13, 2026
During the period from FY05 to FY25, bank deposits increased from Rs 18.4 lakh crore to Rs 241.…
Bank asset growth rebounded sharply after FY21, with total banking assets rising from 77 per …
The total asset size of Indian banks has grown sharply from Rs 23.6 lakh crore in FY05 to Rs 312.…
Business Standard
Record domestic coal output helps India save nearly $8 bn in imports
January 13, 2026
India saved nearly $8 billion in foreign exchange in FY25 as coal imports declined sharply on …
Overall coal imports were down 7.9 per cent in FY25, translating into estimated savings of $7.…
Power plants were consistently well supplied through the year, ending December with 50.3 …
India Today
Pariksha Pe Charcha 2026 crosses 4.3 crore registrations; exceeds last year’s Guinness record
January 13, 2026
Pariksha Pe Charcha (PPC) 2026 has recorded more than 4.30 crore registrations, beating last …
Pariksha Pe Charcha (PPC) has seen massive growth over the years, with participation rising …
Pariksha Pe Charcha (PPC) was recognised by Guinness World Records for recording 3.53 crore …
Business Standard
Mobile phone production to reach $75 billion by FY26-end, says ICEA
January 13, 2026
Mobile phone production in the country is expected to reach $75 billion, comprising export of …
The conclusion of the mobile phone PLI scheme in March 2026 will be a key transition point for …
India will be touching almost 30 crore units of mobile phone production and one in four …
Business Standard
India-Germany sign pacts to strengthen ties across defence, tech, energy
January 13, 2026
During German Chancellor Friedrich Merz’s visit to India, the two countries signed agreements …
India and Germany concluded 19 agreements and made several policy announcements aimed at …
India and Germany signed multiple declarations of intent covering a semiconductor ecosystem …
The Times Of India
Prime Minister Narendra Modi, German Chancellor Friedrich Merz take diplomacy to the skies at the International Kite Festival in Gujarat’s Ahmedabad
January 13, 2026
Kites, colour and camaraderie defined Monday morning at the Sabarmati Riverfront as PM Modi …
As PM Modi and German Chancellor Merz arrived at the Sabarmati Riverfront, the sky filled with …
PM Modi guided German Chancellor Merz through the displays, showcasing the craft of kite-making …
The Economic Times
Germany allows visa-free transit for Indians; PM Modi invites German universities to set up in India
January 13, 2026
During German Chancellor Friedrich Merz’s official visit to India, Germany announced a visa-…
The German Chancellor Friedrich Merz’s two-day visit to India coincides with the 75th …
Indian travellers transiting through Germany will no longer need a separate transit visa, …
The Economic Times
‘No partner more essential than India’: New US Ambassador Sergio Gor signals reset in ties; hints at Trump visit
January 13, 2026
US Ambassador Sergio Gor announced that India will join Pax Silica as a full member next month, …
The "genuine personal friendship" between the PM and President Trump is driving a reset in ties,…
"No partner is more essential than India. This could be the most consequential global …