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Apple exports record $2 billion worth of iPhones from India in November
December 17, 2025
Apple Inc clocked a new record of exporting iPhones worth $2 billion from India in November …
Apple’s iPhone exports in November constitute nearly 75% of the total smartphone exports from …
Total iPhone exports for the first eight months of FY26 have crossed $14 billion
Business Standard
India's exports to China see 90% growth to $2.2 billion in November
December 17, 2025
Outbound shipments from India to China grew by nearly a third to $12.22 billion during April-…
China is India’s fourth largest export destination, accounting for 4% of the country’s total …
In November alone, exports to China witnessed 90 per cent growth to $2.2 billion
Business Standard
India, Jordan aim to double trade to $5 billion over the next five years
December 17, 2025
PM Modi proposed that India-Jordan two countries should aim to double their bilateral trade to $…
India-Jordan discussed deepening bilateral engagement in the fields of trade and investment, …
The Jordanian King noted that Jordan’s Free Trade Agreements and India’s economic power could …
Business Standard
American banking giant JP Morgan to set up Asia's largest GCC in India
December 17, 2025
American banking giant JP Morgan will be the sole occupier of a space of 2 million square feet …
The American banker’s GCC push in India comes on the back of it taking up nearly 1 million …
JP Morgan will occupy a 2 million sq ft GCC in Mumbai’s Powai for 30,000 staff, making it Asia’…
Business Standard
Revamping rural employment: New law will bring significant changes
December 17, 2025
The Union government introduced the Viksit Bharat- Guarantee for Rozgar and Ajeevika Mission (…
It has been argued that the rural economy has changed significantly since the MGNREGA came …
The Viksit Bharat- Guarantee for Rozgar and Ajeevika Mission (Gramin) Bill (or VB-G RAM G Bill) …
The Times Of India
Royal welcome on foreign soil: PM Modi driven by Jordan Crown Prince, Ethiopian PM; ties on display
December 17, 2025
PM Modi is being accorded rare personal courtesies on his ongoing three-nation tour, with top …
PM Modi participated in a traditional Ethiopian coffee ceremony at the airport and later shared …
India and Ethiopia share historical relations anchored in strong people-to-people ties: MEA
The Times Of India
Rajya Sabha: Over 7 lakh households get zero electricity bills after rooftop solar installation under govt scheme
December 17, 2025
Over 7.7 lakh households receive zero electricity bills after installing rooftop solar panels …
The govt has so far provided subsidy support of Rs 13,926 crore, while over 8.3 lakh loan …
Farmers earn up to Rs 80,000 per hectare per year by leasing their land for solar plants under …
The Times Of India
Lakhpati Didis: How India’s SHG women are transforming lives - And politics
December 17, 2025
Over the past few decades, women’s participation in India’s rural economy has moved from the …
Shashibala Sonkar from a small town in Mirzapur, UP, crossed a milestone that officially …
The latest official figures show a sharp rise in women achieving Lakhpati Didi status. By late …
The Times Of India
India set for real GDP growth of 7.5% as inflation stays cool: Axis Bank chief economist Neelkanth Mishra
December 17, 2025
India is likely to record a 7.5% real GDP growth in the next fiscal while the headline …
The receding fiscal drag and supportive monetary policy will drive above-trend growth of 7.5% …
Axis Bank chief economist Neelkanth Mishra projected FY27 headline inflation of around 4% …
News18
Anchor Of Global South: India And Ethiopia Elevate Ties To ‘Strategic Partnership’ During PM Modi's Visit
December 17, 2025
On December 16, PM Modi’s historic visit to Addis Ababa—the first by an Indian PM in 15 years—…
PM Modi & Ethiopian PM Abiy Ahmed Ali formally elevated their bilateral relationship to a “…
PM Modi’s visit in Ethiopia reinforces India’s role as a “first responder" for the Global South,…
ANI News
"India leading source of FDI, giving our cooperation a strong foundation of trust," says Ethiopian PM Abiy Ahmed Ali
December 17, 2025
India is the leading source of FDI in Ethiopia, with over 615 Indian companies investing, …
Strengthening South-South solidarity, PM Modi and PM Abiy Ahmed Ali elevated bilateral ties to …
"We also appreciate your consistent message that Africa's priorities must lead the partnership. …
The Financial Express
PM Modi receives Ethiopia’s highest award, becomes first global leader to get the honour
December 17, 2025
PM Modi becomes the 1st global Head of State to be conferred with 'The Great Honour Nishan of …
India and Ethiopia have elevated their bilateral ties to a 'Strategic Partnership' to provide …
"To be honoured by a very ancient and prosperous civilisation of the world is a matter of great …
The Economic Times
India Inc to see 9% salary increments in 2026, with manufacturing, automotive sectors set for highest hikes
December 17, 2025
Indian companies are set to offer average salary increments of 9% in 2026, with the …
Reflecting a stable talent market, voluntary attrition across industries dropped significantly …
Global Capability Centres are projected to see 9% salary hikes
The Times Of India
Third largest economy soon! PM Modi highlights India’s growth story in Jordan - growth above 8%
December 17, 2025
India is moving towards becoming the world’s 3rd-largest economy with a growth rate above 8%, …
Highlighting significant opportunities for investors, India and Jordan laid out plans to …
"Today, for every Jordanian investor and business, India offers multiple opportunities across …
First Post
‘Come, earn in India’: PM Modi invites Jordanian investors with a ‘good returns’ pitch
December 17, 2025
PM Modi invited Jordanian companies to invest in India, saying they can look forward to good …
India is soon going to become the third-largest economy in the world and presents opportunities …
India’s high GDP numbers are due to productivity-driven governance and innovation-led growth …
The New Indian Express
48,563 MBBS and 29,080 PG seats added in six years: Centre in Rajya Sabha
December 17, 2025
There is an increase of 48,563 MBBS seats and 29,080 PG seats in the country from academic year …
The government has approved the addition of 10,023 medical seats under Centrally Sponsored …
The growing number of medical seats, coupled with improvements in infrastructure and faculty, …
The Economic Times
Building India’s future through modern manufacturing
December 17, 2025
India's growth must pivot towards new manufacturing, leveraging its young workforce for scale, …
The MSME sector accounts for 30.1% of India’s GDP, contributes 35.4% of manufacturing output, …
India's manufacturing Purchasing Managers' Index (PMI) jumped to 58.4 in June 2025, an all-time …
The Week
Rafale fighter jets take a big ‘make in India’ leap as Indian firm enters radar supply chain
December 17, 2025
An Indian company, SFO Technologies has secured a contract from French aerospace major Thales …
The order to produce wired structures for Rafale fighter jets marks an important milestone in …
The order to produce wired structures for Rafale fighter jets is expected to boost local …
Business Standard
India's digital-only viewership reaches 313 million in Q3CY25: Report
December 17, 2025
India’s overall digital-only viewership reached 313 million in the third quarter of CY2025: …
Digital is rapidly bridging the reach gap in historically media dark geographies and cohorts of …
The sharp rise of digital-only audiences, now 313 million Indians, signals a decisive shift in …
Money Control
US Embassy shares message on India partnership, hails Trump's 'great friend' PM Modi
December 17, 2025
US President Donald Trump has reaffirmed Washington’s strategic partnership with New Delhi, …
India has increasingly been positioned by Washington as a central pillar of its Indo-Pacific …
During a conversation, PM Modi and US President Donald Trump discussed defence collaboration, …
News18
Diplomacy On Wheels: From Putin To Abiy, Car Gestures Mark PM Modi’s Global Friendships
December 17, 2025
Ethiopian Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed Ali made a notable gesture by personally receiving PM Modi …
The repeated use of informal gestures during official visits has become a recognisable aspect …
The Ethiopia visit adds to a series of high-profile instances where PM Modi has shared informal …
Business Standard
Pariksha Pe Charcha 2026 sees massive response with 36 lakh registrations
December 17, 2025
More than 36 lakh students have already registered for Pariksha Pe Charcha (PPC) 2026, the …
At the 9th PPC 2026, PM Modi will engage with parents, educators and students. He will address …
Pariksha Pe Charcha seeks to lessen exam anxiety, support efficient study methods, and promote …
NDTV
Why Big Tech Has Committed Almost $80 Billion To India In Two Months
December 17, 2025
India offers what no other democracy can. A digital universe of at least a billion people and …
India's economic engine has slipped back into fifth gear and the investor confidence in the …
India is now part of the global high-tech chain: semiconductors, AI, cloud, data centres, …
The Indian Express
India’s Ayush systems: Soft power rooted in health knowledge
December 17, 2025
The world increasingly recognises that India’s soft power is rooted not just in culture and …
The Second WHO Global Summit on Traditional Medicine will bring together global leaders and …
Over the last decade, the Ministry of Ayush has worked with a clear mission: To globalise …
The Economic Times
Muscat Moment: PM Modi's visit tests bilateral Gulf bet beyond oil
December 17, 2025
India and Oman poised to finalise the Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA) …
India’s CEPA push with Oman will help stitch bilateral webs that cumulatively strengthen market …
Oman’s geographic position, along with its calm and sagacious foreign policy, makes it a …
Republic
India’s GDP To Grow 7% In FY26: Crisil Revises Growth Forecast Upward
December 16, 2025
Crisil, a global analytics company, has increased its GDP growth forecast for the Indian …
The Reserve Bank of India has lifted its full-year GDP growth estimate to 7.3 per cent, raising …
Domestic demand is expected to lead the expansion, aided by moderate inflation, GST adjustments …
Money Control
India adds a billion dollars to China exports, US shipments up 22% despite tariffs
December 16, 2025
Merchandise exports to China recorded a massive 90% YoY surge, adding $1.05 billion to reach $2.…
India's total merchandise exports jumped nearly 20% YoY to hit $38.13 billion in November 2025, …
Electronic goods exports witnessed a robust growth of almost 39% and drugs and pharmaceuticals …
The Economic Times
Across the board we go: PM Modi’s 360° systemic reforms aim to remake India and raise its global profile
December 16, 2025
India is undergoing a significant systemic transformation. Reforms are being implemented across …
Limits for what define a small company were raised from ₹40 cr turnover to ₹100 cr which would …
A big part of PM Modi's political success was that he was able to make government's presence …
Business Standard
Unemployment rate falls to 4.7% in November, lowest since April: Govt
December 16, 2025
The overall unemployment rate for persons aged 15 years and above declined to 4.7% in November …
The overall Labour Force Participation Rate (LFPR) among persons aged 15 years and above …
Female Labour Force Participation Rate (LFPR) increased to 35.1% in November 2025 from 32.0% in …
CNBC TV 18
India’s wholesale inflation stays in negative zone at -0.32% in November
December 16, 2025
India's November WPI comes in at -0.32%, led by lower prices in food, mineral oils and crude …
Out of the 22 National Industrial Classification (NIC) two-digit groups for manufactured …
The prices of crude petroleum and natural gas (-1.62%) decreased in November as compared to the …
The Economic Times
Global funds view Indian stocks as a top hedge against AI risks
December 16, 2025
Global fund managers are increasingly looking to India for equity diversification as concerns …
India's consumption-driven economy, with its low correlation to AI trade and attractive …
India's domestic growth story, supported by policy reforms and stable corporate earnings, is …
The Economic Times
RBI doubles liquidity injection to Rs 1.5 lakh crore ahead of tax payments
December 16, 2025
RBI has doubled its liquidity injection plan to Rs 1.5 lakh crore through variable repo rate …
The increase in VRR will limit the transient liquidity tightness which will be created post …
More than Rs 2 lakh crore of liquidity will get drained due to advance tax payment on 15th and …
The Economic Times
Explainer: Viksit Bharat Shiksha Adhishthan Bill aims to create single higher education regulator
December 16, 2025
Aiming to streamline governance in higher education, a new bill, the Viksit Bharat Shiksha …
The Viksit Bharat Shiksha Adhishthan Bill proposes a new overarching higher education commission,…
The three councils under the new bill have been named the Viksit Bharat Shiksha Viniyaman …
The Times Of India
Exports defy Trump tariffs, record fastest growth in 3 plus years
December 16, 2025
India's exports surged 19.4% in November, reaching $38.1 billion, the fastest growth in over …
India’s exports to the US are estimated to have increased 22.6% to $7 billion in November …
With imports falling 2% to $62.7 billion, the trade deficit narrowed to $24.6 billion, the …
Business Standard
Buoyed by GST rejig, AC companies line up launches for summer sales
December 16, 2025
Air conditioner (AC) makers are lining up launches for the upcoming summer season, underlining …
If the government had not reduced the GST rates from 28% to 18%, the 5-star rated ACs would …
New Bureau of Energy Efficiency (BEE) star labelling norms are also set to be implemented from …
Business Standard
Sowing of rabi crops done in nearly 88% of normal area, shows data
December 16, 2025
The sowing of rabi crops was completed in almost 88% of the normal area in the week ended …
Till December 12, oilseeds have been sown in around 8.97 million hectares, higher than the …
Wheat has been sown in around 27.56 million hectares, or 6% more than the area covered during …
ANI News
Railways records 11.7% growth in fertilizer loading, ensuring uninterrupted supply to farmers across country
December 16, 2025
Indian Railways is ensuring the smooth and timely movement of fertilisers across the country, …
Indian Railways plays a crucial role in ensuring the timely availability of fertilisers across …
By strengthening essential freight services, Indian Railways is helping millions of farmers and …
The Economic Times
After shrimps, another Indian sector is braving Trump tariffs
December 16, 2025
The US has historically been the single largest destination for Indian gems and jewellery …
The gems & jewellery sector is also labour-intensive, supporting nearly 1.7 lakh workers across …
As per media reports citing GJEPC data, India’s gems and jewellery exports rose by 19.64% year …
The Economic Times
India one of the most optimistic consumer markets globally: BCG report
December 16, 2025
Consumer sentiment in India has shown steady momentum over the year aided by robust GDP growth …
With the highest usage of GenAI for shopping related use-cases India is one of the global front …
India one of the most optimistic consumer markets globally: BCG report
Republic
PSB Education Loan NPAs Drop to 2% in FY25 from 7% in FY21: Pankaj Chaudhary
December 16, 2025
The Gross Non-Performing Assets (NPA) of Public Sector Banks (PSBs) reduced from 7% in FY 2020-…
The RBI has taken several initiatives to improve recovery and to resolve incipient /established …
All Scheduled Commercial Banks (SCBs) have been advised by the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) to …
The Week
Rating upgrades high growth rate show India not a dead economy: FM
December 16, 2025
Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman cited India's 8.2 per cent growth and sovereign …
In the last 10 years, Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman said, the economy transitioned …
The economy today has moved from fragility to fortitude: Union Finance Minister Nirmala …
Money Control
Battery storage cost down to Rs 2.1 per unit, govt tells Parliament
December 16, 2025
Battery Energy Storage Systems tariffs have witnessed a steep decline to Rs 2.1 per unit from …
The Central government has approved a Viability Gap Funding scheme of Rs 3,760 crore and …
"The sharp decline in battery storage tariffs, supported by policy interventions, will help …
The Economic Times
India strengthens position in digital service exports: Report
December 16, 2025
India has strengthened its position in business process and digital service exports, according …
Services value-added now constitute over 1/3rd of manufacturing export content, underscoring …
"Globalisation is far from over, and global value chains remain indispensable": WTO on the …
Lokmat Times
SPARSH Becomes India’s First Digital Pension System, Covers 31.69 Lakh Defence Pensioners
December 16, 2025
SPARSH has enrolled 31.69 lakh defence pensioners across India and Nepal, replacing a …
During FY 24-25, SPARSH facilitated the real-time disbursement of Rs 1,57,681 crore in defence …
Ensuring the principle of 'Right Pension to the Right Pensioner at the Right Time, SPARSH has …
The Economic Times
From offices to data centres, Indian real estate braces for broader growth in 2026
December 16, 2025
Office leasing crossed 50 million sq ft in the first 9 months of 2025, with annual demand …
The industrial and warehousing segment is expected to clock an average annual demand of 30-40 …
"Indian real estate is entering 2026 with stronger growth prospects…Elevated domestic …
Business World
India’s Exports To China Witness 32% Growth During Apr-Nov 2025
December 16, 2025
India’s merchandise exports to China witnessed a significant surge of 32.83% during the April-…
Top export destinations recorded impressive growth in November 2025, with shipments to the USA …
Non-petroleum, non-gems and jewellery merchandise exports reached USD 31.56 billion in November …
The Financial Express
India’s marine exports rise 16% in Apr-Nov despite US tariff
December 16, 2025
India's marine product exports recorded a robust growth of over 16% to reach $5.75 billion …
Boosting export prospects, the European Union has approved 102 additional fishery units for …
"Despite global price pressures... and volatile logistics conditions, India’s marine sector …
Business Standard
India and Jordan share common & clear stance against terrorism: PM tells King Abdullah II
December 16, 2025
PM Modi proposed to enhance bilateral trade with Jordan to USD 5 billion over the next 5 years …
Commemorating 75 years of diplomatic ties, India and Jordan shared an 8-point vision to deepen …
"We share a common and clear stance against terrorism... Your efforts to promote moderation are …
India Today
India, Jordan ink five agreements after talks between PM Modi and King Abdullah II
December 16, 2025
PM Modi proposed increasing bilateral trade to USD 5 billion over 5 years and called for …
Marking the 1st full-fledged bilateral visit by an Indian PM in 37 years, India and Jordan …
"I am confident that today's meeting will give a new impetus and depth to India-Jordan ties": …
News18
'Visit Will Boost Bilateral Linkages': PM Modi Reaches Amman, Welcomed By Jordan PM
December 16, 2025
PM Modi arrived in Amman for a historic visit marking 75 years of diplomatic relations, stating …
PM Modi noted that he will visit the African Union headquarters in Ethiopia, which was admitted …
"I eagerly look forward to sharing my thoughts on India’s journey as the ‘Mother of Democracy’ …