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PM Modi inaugurates Northeast’s first Emergency Landing Facility in Moran. Why it matters?
February 15, 2026
PM Modi inaugurates Northeast’s first Emergency Landing Facility (ELF) at Moran in Assam’s …
PM Modi lands on Moran Bypass onboard Indian Air Force C-130J aircraft
The Emergency Landing Facility at Moran Bypass has been specially designed and constructed in …
The Economic Times
Cabinet clears Rs 11,000 crore highway projects in Maharashtra, Gujarat, Telangana under PM GatiShakti
February 15, 2026
Modi Govt okays significant road development projects across Maharashtra, Telangana and Gujarat
Initiatives totalling over Rs 11,000 crore aim to upgrade and expand key national highways
Projects in Maharashtra, Gujarat and Telangana to boost freight traffic, reduce travel time, …
News18
Matter Of Immense Pride': PM Modi Highlights Importance Of Northeast's First Highway-Runway
February 15, 2026
PM Modi highlights the importance of the Northeast’s first emergency landing facility (ELF) in …
The Emergency Landing Facility (ELF) in Assam is crucial not only from a strategic defence …
PM Modi inaugurates the Rs 100-crore ELF on the Moran Bypass in Dibrugarh district; also lands …
The Economic Times
Tokyo to Mumbai: The Japanese are pouring big money into India
February 15, 2026
India has emerged as Japan's most promising market, driving significant Japanese investment
Mizuho Bank Global CEO Masahiko Kato highlights a strategic push to build an India-Japan …
For Mizuho, India is not just another emerging market outpost. It is central to a deliberate …
The Economic Times
Railway eyes Rs 30,000 crore revenue boost from Gati Shakti Cargo Terminals
February 15, 2026
The Indian Railways targets Rs 30,000 crore incremental revenue from new Gati Shakti Cargo …
New GCT policy will bring additional freight loading from automotive, cement, container and …
The existing 124 Gati Shakti Cargo Terminals are expected to increase to more than 500 in the …
The Economic Times
Indians can now travel to 56 countries without prior visa: Check the list of nations
February 15, 2026
India's passport climbs to the 75th rank in the Henley Passport Index
Improvement in the Henley Passport Index grants Indian citizens visa-free or visa-on-arrival …
Indian passport holders now enjoy greater global mobility with easier access across Asia, Africa,…
The Economic Times
Cabinet approves Rs 1.60 lakh crore rail, bridge and other projects in last meet at South Block
February 15, 2026
The Union Cabinet held its final meeting at South Block, approving projects worth over ₹1.60 …
The Cabinet clears major decisions spanning railways, national highways, metro expansion, urban …
After nearly 95 years since its inauguration in 1931, the government moves out of South Block, …
The Economic Times
Government launches PM RAHAT to provide emergency response system for accident victims
February 15, 2026
Modi Govt announces the launch of PM RAHAT (Road Accident Victim Hospitalization and Assured …
PM RAHAT Scheme is aimed at providing emergency response system for accident victims
In its very first decision after shifting to Seva Teerth, PM Modi approves the launch of the PM …
The Economic Times
India-AI Impact Summit 2026: World leaders gather in New Delhi to shape the future of artificial intelligence
February 15, 2026
New Delhi is preparing to become the epicentre of global artificial intelligence dialogue as …
AI Impact Summit is set to bring together some of the most powerful voices in global governance,…
PM Modi is set to welcome heads of state, Presidents and Prime Ministers from over 20 nations …
Business Standard
Cabinet approves ₹1 trn Urban Challenge Fund for market-led urban growth
February 15, 2026
The Union Cabinet approves the launch of the Urban Challenge Fund (UCF) with total central …
The UCF will leverage market financing, private sector participation and citizen-centric …
Urban Challenge Fund – A paradigm shift in India's urban new development approach from grant-…
Business Standard
Cabinet clears ₹18,662 cr for Brahmaputra road-rail tunnel in Assam
February 15, 2026
Cabinet approves ₹18,662-crore project to construct a four-lane access-controlled greenfield …
Assam set to get India's first road-cum-rail tunnel under the Brahmaputra River
Four-lane access-controlled greenfield corridor between Gohpur and Numaligarh will provide …
The Times Of india
94.5% kids survive after cancer treatment: Study
February 15, 2026
Indian Childhood Cancer Survivorship study published in Lancet finds that the five-year overall …
Two years after completing treatment, the survival rate of children in India suffering from …
The Indian Childhood Cancer Survivorship Study reports strong long-term outcomes: 94.5% five-…
Business Standard
BNP thanks PM Modi, says 'eager to engage constructively with India'
February 15, 2026
BNP thanks PM Modi for his acknowledgment on Mr Tarique Rahman's victory, says “BNP is eager to …
India will continue to stand in support of a democratic, progressive and inclusive Bangladesh. …
BNP looked forward to constructive engagement with India with a shared commitment to peace and …
The CSR Journal
India to add 10,000+ medical seats by 2029, focus on rural areas
February 15, 2026
The Centre has approved the addition of 10,023 new medical seats across government institutions,…
Government approved to add 10000+ medical seats by 2029; addition of over 10,000 seats is …
India will add 10,000+ medical seats by 2029, focus is on rural areas; to support the expansion …
The Economic Times
Japanese FDI in India crosses Rs 2.7 lakh crore, 1,400 firms present'
February 15, 2026
Japan has helped train approximately 24,000 young Indians over the past seven years through …
Japanese foreign direct investment in India has crossed ₹2.7 lakh crore, with around 1,400 …
Japan is a key partner for India in investment, infrastructure, and human resource: Akiko …
Money Control
Smartphone maker Nothing doubles down on India, CEO Carl Pei says company investing more
February 15, 2026
India is one of our biggest markets. We're definitely investing more into the ecosystem here: …
London-based smartphone maker Nothing doubles down on India, ramps up investments across retail,…
Smartphone maker Nothing opens its first flagship offline store in Bengaluru and plans to …
The Economic Times
India at a ‘defining moment’: Tech and trade to drive next growth phase, says Jitin Prasada
February 15, 2026
India is building robust digital infrastructure and promoting domestic manufacturing. Free …
India is at a ‘defining moment’ in its economic journey, with technology and trade emerging as …
The government is committed to safeguarding citizens and supporting farmers and small businesses.…
Business Line
India permits 2.5 million tonnes of wheat exports to support farmers
February 15, 2026
India permitted exports of 2.5 million tonnes of wheat, to support farmers as bumper harvests …
The government cleared additional shipments of 500,000 tonnes each of wheat products and sugar …
India permitted exports of 2.5 million tonnes of wheat; reaffirming the Government’s commitment …
Business Standard
PM makes historic landing at Northeast's first ELF, witnesses IAF airshow
February 15, 2026
PM Modi makes a historic landing at the first Emergency Landing Facility (ELF) of the northeast …
The Emergency Landing Facility in Moran Assam is designed for both civil and military use, …
The Rs 100-crore ELF, a 4.2-km reinforced stretch on the Moran Bypass, will act as a strategic …
The Indian Express
In NEP, AI catalyst, technology bridge for education: Dharmendra Pradhan at Express Adda
February 15, 2026
Union Minister Dharmendra Pradhan describes AI as a “good catalyst” and a “bridge”, says “NEP …
The National Education policy came in 2020, but work began in 2014. It was brought after six …
Using technology to take education to inaccessible areas is a focus of the National Education …
ANI News
Startup India recognises 2.07 lakh ventures, 21.9 lakh jobs created
February 14, 2026
As per a Ministry of Commerce & Industry release, the Department for Promotion of Industry and …
The Startup India initiative has officially recognised 2.07 lakh ventures across the country, …
The government continues to expand its funding push through three flagship schemes designed to …
Business Standard
Bank credit growth accelerates to 14.6% in January 31 fortnight: RBI data
February 14, 2026
Credit growth has accelerated sharply to 14.6% Y-o-Y, signalling renewed economic momentum
Bank credit rose to ₹204.75 trillion, while deposits climbed to ₹248.81 trillion, reflecting …
A sharp pickup in credit expansion signals improving economic activity. With wholesale demand …
Business Standard
Apple to open sixth store in India at Borivali on Feb 26, second in Mumbai
February 14, 2026
iPhone maker Apple has unveiled the barricade for its upcoming Apple Borivali store, which will …
The company opened its first Apple store in Mumbai and second store in Delhi in April, 2023
Apple’s continued expansion with the opening of three stores in 2025--Apple Hebbal in Bengaluru …
The Times Of india
'History being made': PM Modi says after inaugurating Kartavya Bhawans
February 14, 2026
The Prime Minister says the newly inaugurated buildings reflect India’s commitment to citizen-…
Today, we are all entering Seva Teerth and Kartavya Bhavan with the resolve to achieve 'Viksit …
Today we all are witnessing a new history being made... This day of 13th February is witnessing …
The Times Of india
Heads of 20 nations, delegations from 45 countries: Who is attending India's mega AI Summit
February 14, 2026
India AI Impact Summit: Leaders, ministers, global CEOs and representatives of international …
The MEA released the list of countries whose leaders will attend the India–AI Impact Summit 2026,…
India AI Impact Summit hosted at the invitation of PM Modi, is being positioned as the first …
The Times Of india
FTAs show increased global confidence in India: PM Modi
February 14, 2026
Addressing the ET NOW Global Business Summit, the PM says UPA could conclude FTAs with only …
India today is full of self-confidence. It is ready to compete with the world and has built a …
I am proud that unprecedented development, great delivery and strengthening of democracy have …
Business Standard
PMO gets a new address: Seva Teerth more connected to ground, says PM
February 14, 2026
The government says the PM’s first decisions from Seva Teerth “reflect a spirit of seva (service)…
In the first set of decisions from Seva Teerth, the PM signed files related to women, farmers, …
PM inaugurated Seva Teerth and Kartavya Bhavan 1 and 2, marking the relocation of the PMO from …
The Economic Times
For aam aadmi from Seva Teerth by Modi: PM’s first 4 decisions from his new office focus on women, farmers, youth and startups
February 14, 2026
Within hours of shifting operations to the Seva Teerth, the Prime Minister signed key files …
From free accident treatment to stronger agricultural infrastructure and fresh startup funding, …
Seva Teerth: Since 2014, several landmark name changes have been introduced to reflect Indian …
Business Standard
BHIM's UPI volumes grow five-fold, market share inches closer to 1%
February 14, 2026
In January 2026, BHIM processed 172.07 million UPI transactions, amounting to ₹22,025.89 crore: …
Bharat Interface for Money (BHIM) continues to strengthen its position in India’s digital …
From 33 mn to 172 mn transactions in a year, BHIM’s growth story is accelerating fast. India’s …
The Times Of india
India-US trade deal will expand cotton demand, benefit farmers: Piyush Goyal
February 14, 2026
The reduction in US reciprocal tariffs along with access at zero reciprocal for textiles in …
India has concluded nine free trade agreements in the last three-and-a-half years with 37 …
Recent free trade agreements finalised by India have been structured to protect sensitive …
The Economic Times
Up, up and away: UP goes from 'BIMARU' state to growth engine
February 14, 2026
Uttar Pradesh is emerging as India’s expressway hub, alongside the country’s largest rail …
Uttar Pradesh’s economy has more than doubled in the last 8 years, reaching ₹30 lakh crore in …
Uttar Pradesh’s holistic development has transformed it from dysfunction to a hub of investment,…
The Economic Times
Indian passport climbs 10 spots in global ranking; allowing visa-free access to 56 countries
February 14, 2026
India’s passport has climbed to the 75th position in the latest Henley Passport Index, …
Indian passport holders can now travel to 56 countries without obtaining a visa in advance, …
India's passport has significantly improved its global mobility, marking a strong recovery for …
The Economic Times
Namo Bharat trains run at 99% punctuality
February 14, 2026
Since the launch of the rapid rail operations in 2023, Namo Bharat trains connecting Delhi-…
Out of the 82-km Delhi–Ghaziabad–Meerut corridor, a 55-km stretch covering 11 stations from New …
Namo Bharat train operations are managed through centralised operations control centre and the …
NDTV
Make In India Boost: France's Safran Ready To Build Local Assembly Line Under Rafale Deal, Says Report
February 14, 2026
Chaired by Defence Minister Rajnath Singh, the DAC cleared a proposal worth Rs 3.25 lakh crore …
India currently has 36 Rafale ‘C' jets, which are deployed with No. 101 Squadron (Falcons) in …
Safran, which manufactures M-88 engines for Rafale jets, will buy parts from local suppliers in …
ET Now
GBS 2026: India is ready for the revolutionary change of AI, says PM Modi | ET NOW Global Business Summit 2026
February 14, 2026
Today, the world is moving towards a new order, and India is leading that change: PM Modi
10 years ago, India was the 11th largest economy in the world, but today we are rapidly moving …
India is going to be the biggest base and center of all the major changes taking place in the …
ANI News
India is entering into trade deals because it is full of self-confidence, ready to compete globally: PM Modi
February 14, 2026
India is entering trade agreements with countries across the world as it is full of self-…
India is riding the Reform Express and the government has made the Budget not only outlay-…
The past decade has been one of unprecedented development for India, marked by strong delivery …
The Economic Times
India's ascent hard won by innovation, adaptability & resilience: Queen Rania
February 14, 2026
India is steadily rising in the global order despite geopolitical shocks, lifting millions out …
India’s growth reflects innovation, adaptability and resilience shaped by the lived experience …
India's rise carries the lived experience of the Global South-a perspective shaped as much by …
The Economic Times
ET Now Global Business Summit 2026: 'India does not ask if it can rise, India declares it,' says Times Group MD Vineet Jain
February 14, 2026
At ET Now Global Business Summit 2026, Times Group MD Vineet Jain highlighted India's central …
Under PM Modi’s leadership, India has transitioned from a land of aspirations to a nation of …
India does not ask whether it can rise. India declares to the world that it is rising: Times …
The Hindu
The labour codes redefine wages, empower the worker
February 14, 2026
The implementation of India’s labour codes marks a decisive shift towards greater financial …
India’s labour codes not only aim to modernise labour governance but also to ensure that the …
India’s labour codes should be understood not merely as regulatory restructuring but as a …
Business Line
Rafale buy a watershed in defence upgrade efforts
February 14, 2026
The decision to buy 114 Rafale aircraft at a cost of ₹3.25 lakh crore, 96 of which will be …
Along with the Tejas aircraft from Hindustan Aeronautics Ltd, the Rafales will replace the …
89 per cent of the contracts for defence equipment, finalised between March 2019 and December …
Business Standard
PV, two-wheeler dispatches ride on GST wave to log best January figures
February 14, 2026
Dispatches of passenger vehicles and two-wheelers in January post double-digit growth
Sales of PVs year-on-year up 12.6% to 449,616 units while those of two-wheelers up 26.2% to 1,…
Highest ever PV, two-wheeler sales in January indicate momentum generated after rationalisation …
The Tribune
Ancient Karnataka temple architecture inspires Modi’s new office complex
February 14, 2026
PM Modi’s new office complex Seva Teerth is built in the Indian architectural tradition, …
The entrance portal of Seva Teerth draws inspiration from the stone screenwork of Chalukyan …
The Seva Teerth complex is wrapped in white and red sandstone, referencing material traditions …
Swarajya
First Decisions From New PMO At Seva Teerth: PM Modi Clears Four Major Schemes Covering Accident Care, Women, Agriculture And Startups
February 14, 2026
PM Modi signs four major policy files from his newly unveiled office complex Seva Teerth
First day at Seva Teerth: PM Modi approves schemes worth thousands of crores aimed at farmers, …
PM Modi approves the flagship PM RAHAT scheme, which provides cashless treatment of up to Rs 1. …
The Economic Times
Why global AI leaders are flocking to the India AI Impact Summit in New Delhi
February 13, 2026
The India AI Impact Summit 2026 in New Delhi has emerged as a focal point for the world’s …
India represents a vast potential base of customers for AI tools and enterprise solutions, with …
India is often described as the back-office of the world, given its established position in …
Business Standard
Rolls-Royce to expand footprint across India's air, land, sea domains
February 13, 2026
Rolls-Royce CEO Tufan Erginbilgic has unveiled a strategic roadmap to scale up the company's …
Rolls Royce is looking at more than doubling the size of its workforce to approximately 10,000 …
Rolls-Royce has been eyeing to develop a next-generation aero engine in India as a priority to …
The Economic Times
DAP 2026: India's new defence procurement policy aims for indigenous tech sovereignty
February 13, 2026
Defence Acquisition Procedure 2026 sets a long-term vision for developing indigenous defence …
MoD has sought to import critical weapons technologies through 'Make in India' initiatives. …
Under DAP 2026, IC requirements will be phased in and gradually increased over the life of a …
News18
How PM Modi’s Vision Has Turbocharged India’s Orange Economy
February 13, 2026
By linking civilisational pride with contemporary technology, institutional reform and …
India’s demographic advantage combined with deep smartphone penetration and inexpensive data …
Currently estimated at over $30-35 billion, India’s creative economy is projected to …
The Times of India
Defence ministry inks Rs 2,312-crore deal with HALfor 8 Dornier aircraft for Coast Guard
February 13, 2026
Giving a push to ‘Make-in-India’ initiative, the defence ministry inked a Rs 2,312 crore …
As of today, HAL is engaged in a wide array of defence projects, managing a massive order book …
HAL reported a strong financial performance for the Dec quarter of the current financial year …
The Economic Times
Elevated growth, low inflation no fluke: FM Nirmala Sitharaman
February 13, 2026
Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman highlighted India's strong economic performance, …
Replying to a general discussion on the budget for 2026-27 in the Rajya Sabha, FM Sitharaman …
FM Sitharaman said a high-level committee on the services sector, proposed in the budget, will …
Business Standard
IIT Bombay, Columbia Univ to set up AI centre for manufacturing innovation
February 13, 2026
The IIT, Bombay inked an agreement with the US-based Columbia University to establish a centre …
The new centre of AI manufacturing by IIT Bombay & Columbia University aims to address all …
The new centre of AI manufacturing by IIT Bombay & Columbia University will support industry …