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The Times Of India
Operation Sagar Bandhu: India airlifts 120- foot bailey bridge; installs it in Sri Lanka's Kilinochchi district
December 24, 2025
External affairs minister S Jaishankar inaugurated a 120-foot dual carriageway Bailey Bridge in …
India launched Operation Sagar Bandhu last month to assist Sri Lanka in the aftermath of …
Speaking in Colombo as a special envoy of PM Modi, Jaishankar said the initial relief operation …
The Times Of India
WHO begins global coding of ayurveda siddha unani paving way for mainstream integration
December 24, 2025
The WHO has begun formally incorporating Ayurveda, Siddha, and Unani (ASU) interventions into …
PM Modi underscored the need for standardisation to give Ayush systems global scientific credibility
Integrating ASU therapies into ICHI will enable systematic recording, analysis, and comparison …
The Hindu
The VB-G RAM G Act 2025 fixes structural gaps
December 24, 2025
PM Modi has expanded the statutory employment guarantee for rural households from 100 to 125 …
The Central government has increased the budgetary provision for rural employment to nearly ₹95,…
"The new framework is built on the understanding that welfare, anchored in an enhanced …
The Tribune
ISRO launches heaviest foreign satellite from Indian soil aboard LVM3
December 24, 2025
ISRO’s heaviest-ever satellite, BlueBird Block-2, weighing 6,100 kg, was successfully launched …
The LVM3-M6 / BlueBird Block-2 Mission is a dedicated commercial mission onboard the LVM3 …
LVM3, developed by ISRO, is a three-stage launch vehicle comprising two solid strap-on motors (…
Asianet News
GST 2.0 reforms boost India's economy amid global trade woes: Report
December 24, 2025
GST 2.0 reforms simplified the tax regime into 2 principal rates of 5% and 18%, significantly …
Gross GST collections rose to Rs 1.96 trillion in October 2025, a 4.6% YoY increase, while …
RBI revised its FY2026 GDP growth forecast upward to 7.3% from 6.8%, citing improved domestic …
Business Standard
India reclaims third place in global wind market in 2025: BNEF report data
December 24, 2025
India reclaimed third place in the global wind market in 2025 after four years, recording its …
India is forecast to add 6.2 gigawatt (Gw) of wind projects this year, placing the country …
India ranked fifth for four years through 2024 on account of a gradual rise in annual wind …
ANI News
Year 2025 brought shift in global trade, focus on economic reforms to keep India on high-growth path: RBI
December 24, 2025
A sustained focus on macroeconomic fundamentals and economic reforms is expected to keep the …
Equity markets remained buoyant during much of the year, driven largely by optimism around Big …
The RBI noted that India's current account deficit moderated in the second quarter of 2025-26 …
Business Standard
India's financial stability parameters remained robust, says RBI Governor
December 24, 2025
The RBI Governor, Sanjay Malhotra, in his statement published in the monthly Bulletin for …
In the current financial year so far, the total flow of resources was Rs.20.1 lakh crore
Industrial credit growth firmed up, aided by buoyant credit flow to micro, small and medium …
CNBC TV 18
Vehicles, ships drive 17% rise in India's exports to Sri Lanka from April–November 2025
December 24, 2025
The Commerce Ministry said that India’s exports to Sri Lanka recorded a 17% year-on-year rise …
India’s total exports to Sri Lanka increased from $2,876.65 million in April–November 2024 to $3,…
Vehicles (other than railway or tramway rolling stock) emerged as the largest contributor, with …
The Times Of India
SUVs set to overtake cars in exports
December 24, 2025
As India experiences a utility vehicle boom, with more buyers-including first-time owners-…
India is moving beyond its long-standing small-car identity to emerge as a manufacturing base …
Total UV exports stood at 42,993 units, compared with passenger car exports of 40,519 units-…
Hindustan Times
Regional languages take precedence in Lok Sabha addresses
December 24, 2025
In the winter session of Parliament, 160 speeches –– fully or in part –– were delivered in …
Now, thanks to Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla, live translations are available in all 22 official …
A total of 37 MPs spoke in languages other than Hindi or English during the recently concluded …
The Economic Times
Refurbished phone market set for double-digit growth
December 24, 2025
The organised refurbished smartphone market is expected to end this calendar year with a double-…
According to Counterpoint Research, India's refurbished smartphone market grew 9% on-year in …
Cashify, considered the largest organised seller of refurbished handsets, said it expects to …
The Times Of India
G RAM G will help farmers and labourers, says Shivraj Singh Chouhan
December 24, 2025
The newly-enacted Viksit Bharat-Guarantee for Rozgar and Aajeevika Mission (Gramin) Act (VB-G …
Under the new law, labourers will get work for 125 days a year instead of 100 days under MGNREGA
G RAM G is extremely useful in broader interest of the country as it empowers the farming …
Republic World
Non-IT Sectors Steal The Show: Hospitality, Education Sectors Drive India's Job Market Growth in 2025
December 24, 2025
Non-IT sectors propelled India's job market, with education and hospitality witnessing growth …
PM Modi's push for digital transformation led to a 41% YoY growth in AI and ML roles, with high-…
Under PM Modi's leadership, AI and ML roles saw a 41% surge, while fresher hiring in non-metro …
News18
India–New Zealand FTA A Win-Win Deal, Will Boost Jobs, Exports And Investments: Piyush Goyal
December 24, 2025
The India-New Zealand FTA will provide zero-duty access to 100% of Indian exports, opening 118 …
New Zealand has committed to a massive FDI of USD 20 billion in India over the next 15 years
"The agreement provides improved entry and stay provisions for Indian professionals and students,…
The Times Of India
Indian Railways strengthens AI-based system to protect wildlife on railway tracks
December 24, 2025
The Central government's AI-powered Intrusion Detection System uses Distributed Acoustic …
Following the success of the 141 RKms pilot for wildlife safety via an AI-powered Intrusion …
"This initiative underscores Indian Railways' commitment to wildlife protection and safe train …
Money Control
India outperforms world on Gen AI at work; 75% say AI improves decision-making: EY survey
December 24, 2025
India leads the global ‘AI Advantage’ index with a score of 53, significantly outperforming the …
About 62% of Indian employees use Gen AI regularly at work, with 90% of employers and 86% of …
According to the EY 2025 Work Reimagined Survey, 75% of employees and 72% of employers say Gen …
Money Control
Quick commerce boom to fuel India's dark store surge, network to triple to 7,500 by 2030
December 24, 2025
India's dark store network is set for a massive expansion, projected to grow from 2,500 current …
As of October 2025, Tier-1 cities dominate the landscape with a 68% share of the 2,525 …
"Tier-1 and 2 cities will lead this expansion, while Tier-3 cities will emerge as high-…
ANI News
"Sri Lanka will always find India by its side": PM Modi assures Colombo of support in aftermath of Cyclone Ditwah
December 24, 2025
India launched Operation Sagar Bandhu to assist Sri Lanka, delivering 1,100 tonnes of relief …
`The Central government has proposed a comprehensive USD 450 million assistance package for Sri …
"In line with our 'Neighbourhood First' policy and First Responder commitment, we undertook …
News18
Neeraj Chopra Thanks PM Modi For LKM Invite! Lauds Premier's 'Vision, Support Towards...'
December 24, 2025
Olympic gold medalist Neeraj Chopra expressed gratitude to PM Modi for his unwavering support …
Indian athletics interaction at Lok Kalyan Marg highlighted a historic year for Indian sports, …
"Thank you Shri PM Modi ji for your time. Your vision and support towards sports is always …
The Economic Times
Samsung plans India tech and manufacturing hub under PLI scheme
December 24, 2025
PLI scheme has propelled Samsung India to a historic milestone, with revenue crossing ₹1 lakh …
Samsung has applied for the government's Electronics Manufacturing Component Scheme to assemble …
"I think the PLI 2.0... is a necessity that we continue to work together with the government on …
The Hindu
Maternal mortality rate reduced due to 89% institutional deliveries, says J.P. Nadda
December 24, 2025
The Narendra Modi government is striving through its healthcare services to ensure that …
The rate of institutional deliveries in the country has increased to 89%, which led to a …
JP Nadda laid the foundation stone for a medical college in Madhya Pradesh’s Dhar district and …
The Hindu
With 7 lakh units monthly production capacity, India becomes Samsonite’s biggest manufacturing base
December 24, 2025
After two phases of capacity expansions involving capex of ₹250 crore, India has become the …
Samsonite has successfully tripled its factory capacity in Nashik to 7 lakh pieces per month in …
Cureently Samsonite having about 600 stores nationwide, the company plan to take the store …
The Financial Express
Govt rolls out schemes under edible oils mission
December 24, 2025
National Mission on Edible Oils: The government has initiated several measures such as …
National Mission on Edible Oils aims to reduce import dependence on edible oils from the …
So far 263 oil extraction units by farmers producers organisations, private entities and …
The Economic Times
Oman, India’s Gulf 'n' West Asia Gateway
December 23, 2025
Few bilateral partnerships can claim the presence of merchant communities spanning 200-300 …
India and Oman have forged a new chapter in their trade journey by signing a Comprehensive …
India views Oman not merely as a trading partner, but as a strategic gateway to West Asia and Africa
ANI News
India-New Zealand FTA in line with vision of Viksit Bharat 2047: India Inc
December 23, 2025
Hailing the India-New Zealand FTA as a forward-looking partnership, PHDCCI President Rajeev …
FIEO President S.C. Ralhan termed the India-New Zealand FTA a "game-changer" that will enhance …
"The agreement represents a next-generation deal combining trade liberalisation with talent …
The Economic Times
2026 is poised to become a definitive turning point in India’s odyssey toward space
December 23, 2025
As 2025 concludes, ISRO gears up for a transformative 2026 with seven missions, including …
Under a commercial agreement through NSIL, India's heaviest launcher, LVM3, will place Bluebird …
All major launch vehicles, including LVM3, PSLV, GSLV Mk II and SSLV, are being prepared for a …
News18
Decoding Modi's Triumphant Three-Nation Tour Beyond MoUs
December 23, 2025
During PM Modi's visit to Ethiopia, India was celebrated as a top investor with $6.5 billion …
PM Modi received the highest civilian honours from both Ethiopia and Oman, marking his 28th and …
India-Oman CEPA is set to boost trade beyond the current $10.61 billion
The Times Of India
BrahMos and beyond: How UP is becoming India’s defence capital
December 23, 2025
Every variant of the BrahMos family — from the original 290 km land and ship versions to the …
The state-of-the-art BrahMos Integration and Testing facility in Lucknow has been set up to …
The Lucknow facility will roll out the existing BrahMos missile to meet increased demand, but …
The Economic Times
Aadhaar, digital payments cut India's welfare leakage by 13%: BCG Report
December 23, 2025
A BCG report estimates that India can save up to USD 10 billion annually by eliminating fake …
India has achieved a significant milestone by reducing welfare system leakage by nearly 13% …
“With global public payment systems losing up to $3 trillion annually to fraud and error, India …
Business Standard
Economic activity remained upbeat in Nov with demand remaining robust: RBI
December 23, 2025
Overall economic activity remained upbeat in November with demand conditions remaining robust, …
Retail passenger vehicle sales grew at their highest pace in over a year, aided by GST benefits,…
High-frequency indicators of economic activity such as e-way bills, petroleum consumption and …
Business Standard
$10.4 bn: India logs highest-ever real estate investments across 77 deals
December 23, 2025
Institutional investments into India's real estate sector soared to an estimated $10.4 billion …
India witnessed a pivotal transformation in its real estate investment landscape in 2025, with …
Emerging asset classes such as data centres, student housing, life sciences & healthcare are …
Business Standard
US welcomes India's SHANTI Bill as boost to energy security, nuclear ties
December 23, 2025
The United States (US) has welcomed India’s SHANTI Bill 2025, describing it as a step that …
SHANTI Bill 2025 consolidates and modernises India’s nuclear legal framework, while allowing …
SHANTI stands for the Sustainable Harnessing and Advancement of Nuclear Energy for Transforming …
The Economic Times
India’s IT job demand grows 16% in 2025: Quess Corp
December 23, 2025
India's IT job market is booming, with demand reaching 1.8 million roles in 2025, a 16% surge: …
GCCs boosted their share of India’s IT hiring market to around 27% of total demand in 2025, up …
Hiring demand remained strongly tilted towards productivity-ready talent, with mid-career …
The Economic Times
India’s core sectors grow 1.8% in November; cement, steel, fertiliser and coal post gains
December 23, 2025
India's eight core infrastructure sectors grew by 1.8% in November 2025, driven by strong …
Cumulatively, core sector output expanded 2.4% during April–November 2025-26 over the …
On a cumulative basis for April–November 2025-26, steel and cement remained the strongest …
The Economic Times
Big victory for Indian farmers lies in blueprint of country’s FTA with New Zealand
December 23, 2025
India will not extend import duty concessions to New Zealand for sensitive sectors such as …
India and New Zealand jointly announced on Monday (December 22) that negotiations for the FTA …
India will offer restricted market access to New Zealand for certain agri goods like Manuka …
The Times Of India
India seals trade pact with New Zealand, gets tariff-free access to markets
December 23, 2025
India and New Zealand free trade agreement (FTA), the third to be sealed this year after the …
The FTA will deepen economic ties between India and New Zealand, with both countries vowing to …
Concluded in just nine months, this historic milestone reflects a strong political will and …
Business Standard
SHANTI Bill has fully solved third-party liability issue: Holtec CEO
December 23, 2025
Holtec CEO Kris Singh lauded India for the new nuclear power legislation, Sustainable …
With the new nuclear power legislation, India has joined the mainstream of global nuclear …
The SHANTI Bill that has just been cleared by Parliament shows that the Indian government is …
Business Standard
Rabi sowing over in 91% normal area, acreage 1.43% higher, shows data
December 23, 2025
Rabi crops have been sown in around 58.07 million hectares till December 19, led by gains in …
Rabi crops show a 1.43% increase in area sown over the previous year
The sowing of rabi crops was complete in 91 per cent of the normal area, and overall acreage …
Business Standard
Credit growth for banks, NBFCs to rise; asset quality seen range-bound
December 23, 2025
Credit growth for banks is estimated at 11-12% this financial year
Bank credit growth accelerated by 93 basis points to 11.3% in October, signaling a recovery …
Strong fundamentals are expected to keep asset quality range-bound, steering banks and NBFCs …
Business Today
Make in India boost: India Optel, Safran tie up to locally produce key systems for Army
December 23, 2025
IOL and Safran Electronics & Defense have partnered to transfer the production of combat-proven …
Under the agreement between Safran Electronics & Defense and IOL, IOL will be responsible for …
"The partnership contributes to strengthening India's defence manufacturing ecosystem while …
ANI News
"Potential gain for exporters, economy": New Zealand PM Christopher Luxon hails FTA with India
December 23, 2025
India and New Zealand FTA ensures zero duty on 100% of goods exports upon entry into force, and …
New Zealand has committed to facilitating USD 20 billion in investments into India over the …
"Based on NZ's growth in trade after other FTAs, the potential gain for our exporters and …
Business Standard
Net FDI into India nearly doubles to $6.2 bn in April-October: RBI data
December 23, 2025
Gross inward FDI rose to $58.3 billion, with Singapore, Mauritius and the US accounting for …
Net FDI into India rose to $6.2 billion in April-October FY26 as repatriation fell to $31.65 …
Gross inward FDI was marginally up to $58.3 billion during April-October from $50.5 billion a …
News18
Why PM Modi’s Outreach To The Matua Community Matters
December 23, 2025
PM Modi's address offered timely reassurance to the Matua community regarding their citizenship …
The BJP's action of appointing Santanu Thakur as a Union Minister is a corrective force against …
"The Modi government has been a corrective force against these injustices, most notably through …
Money Control
Transformative initiatives for India's future growth and resilience
December 23, 2025
The Central government aims to grow the chemical sector to $1 trillion by 2040, focusing on …
Under the Digital Agriculture Mission, the Central government can deploy AI platforms across 10,…
Drawing from the Netherlands, the government can transform 100+ acres of Coastal Road reclaimed …
Business Line
Oman FTA will help in export markets’ diversification
December 23, 2025
India’s CEPA with Oman eliminates tariffs on 98% of Indian exports, providing a massive fillip …
Under FTA with Oma, the central government has secured significantly improved mobility for …
India’s FTA with Oman is important as it is strategically located at the entrance to the …
Hindustan Times
From Antyodaya to nationalism: Museum traces three ideological journeys
December 23, 2025
The Rashtriya Prerna Sthal Museum is set to emerge as a distinctive ideological landmark, …
Unlike conventional museums that focus on memorabilia and personal artefacts, the Rashtriya …
The Rashtriya Prerna Sthal Museum showcases Dr Shyama Prasad Mukherjee’s ideological struggles, …
The Economic Times
India–New Zealand FTA a win-win deal: Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal
December 23, 2025
The India–New Zealand Free Trade Agreement (FTA) represents a strategic leap in PM Modi’s trade …
India–New Zealand FTA is the 7th FTA negotiated by the Modi government and the third major …
India’s FTAs are instruments to unlock new opportunities for farmers, MSMEs, women, and youth, …
Business Line
The Bill to replace MGNREGS simultaneously furthers the cause of asset creation and providing a strong safety net
December 22, 2025
The Viksit Bharat – Guarantee for Rozgar and Ajeevika Mission (Gramin) Bill, 2025 seeks to …
The new framework places water security, core rural infrastructure, livelihood-related assets …
The Viksit Bharat – G RAM G Bill, 2025 links livelihood security with productivity, asset …
ANI News
GeM empowers small businesses, over 11.25 lakh sellers secure Rs 7.44 Lakh crore in government orders
December 22, 2025
GeM has emerged as a powerful catalyst for inclusive public procurement, with more than 11.25 …
Launched to bring transparency, efficiency and inclusivity to public procurement, GeM enables …
Over two lakh women-owned MSEs are currently active on GeM, collectively securing government …