July 01, 2026
FICCI's Quarterly Survey on the Indian Manufacturing Sector projects that India's manufacturing sector will continue on a stable growth trajectory despite global headwinds
India's overall manufacturing capacity utilisation remains steady at around 72%, with a stable investment outlook for the next six months: FICCI's Quarterly Survey
In FICCI's survey, around 67% of electronics and electricals manufacturers intend to expand capacity over the next six months, driven by confidence in domestic demand
India has launched UPI in Greece, expanding the global reach of its Digital Public Infrastructure and real-time digital payments ecosystem
UPI is being adopted across multiple countries, expanding seamless cross-border digital payment options for Indian travellers, businesses and the diaspora
The Greece rollout has been enabled through a partnership between NPCI International Payments Ltd (NIPL) and Eurobank, promoting secure and interoperable digital payments
Digital India has completed 11 years, transforming governance, financial inclusion and public service delivery through world-leading Digital Public Infrastructure
Annual UPI transactions increased from just two crore during FY2016-17 to more than 24,162 crore transactions during FY2025-26: Report
India has signed Digital Public Infrastructure cooperation agreements with 24 countries, expanding the global footprint of India Stack, including platforms such as Aadhaar, UPI, DigiLocker and CoWIN
The Finance Ministry cleared a Rs 1.25 lakh crore outlay for India Semiconductor Mission 2.0
The ISM 2.0 phase expands its focus to build equipment, materials, and resilient supply chains
India approves 12 semiconductor projects with Rs 1.64 lakh crore investment
Internet connections have quadrupled to over 1.02 billion in the 11 years since the launch of the Digital India programme, Government Data
UPI now processes around 750 million transactions every day, making India a global leader in real-time digital payments: Govt Data
Direct Benefit Transfers worth ₹51.5 trillion have been credited directly into beneficiaries' bank accounts across 323 schemes
July 01, 2026
UPI leads India's digital revolution with over 24,000 Cr transactions in FY 2025-26: Data
UPI has been recognised by the International Monetary Fund (IMF) as the world's largest real-time payment system
India is expanding the global footprint of India Stack and Digital Public Infrastructure (DPI) through MoUs with numerous countries: Report
Purvanchal is emerging emerge as a key contributor to UP's economy
An industrial corridor covering 12 districts along the Purvanchal Expressway is in progress
Gorakhpur's new flatted factory complex is already operational, housing 80 MSME industrial units
PM Modi explicitly emphasized that free navigation in the Hormuz Strait is vital for global trade
PM Modi welcomed the positive progress made in ongoing peace negotiations to stabilize West Asia
PM Modi strongly advocated for diplomatic dialogue to ensure lasting peace in West Asia
PM Modi gifted Second Lady Lina Pillay a gold-zari-woven Kanchivaram silk fabric
PM Modi presented a Toda embroidered shawl from Tamil Nadu to the National Assembly Speaker
A handcrafted Moradabad brass tortoise was gifted by PM Modi to Seychelles President Herminie
RBI Governor states India's sound banking system is primed to drive real economic growth
The domestic financial system displays high resilience: RBI report
Macro stress tests of banks confirms ample buffers to absorb shocks: RBI report
July 01, 2026
Nitin Paranjpe states India remains the fastest-growing major economy despite global headwinds
Structural growth is supported by demographics and digital public infrastructure: Nitin Paranjpe
Nitin Paranjpe emphasizes that policy reforms like the GST have spurred broad consumption revival
July 01, 2026
EVs to account for 10% of India's car market by FY28, says Tata Motors' Shailesh Chandra
India's EV penetration has risen from 2.5% in FY25 to 4.5% in FY26, reaching 6.5–7% in the first quarter of FY27: Tata Motors MD Shailesh Chandra
India's EV market has entered a mainstream adoption phase, driven by rising consumer confidence, improving charging infrastructure and a wider range of electric vehicle options: Tata Motors MD
Amazon India recorded 100% year-on-year growth in its two-wheeler business, with electric vehicles emerging as the key growth driver: Aman Deep Lohan, Director - Home, Kitchen & Outdoors, Amazon India
Electric vehicles now account for nearly 60% of Amazon India's two-wheeler sales mix: Aman Deep Lohan, Director – Home, Kitchen & Outdoors, Amazon India
Seven out of 10 electric two-wheelers sold on Amazon India are purchased by customers from Tier-II and Tier-III cities, highlighting growing EV adoption beyond metros
India has replaced MGNREGS with the Viksit Bharat-Guarantee for Rozgar and Ajeevika Mission-Gramin (VB-G RAM-G) from July 1
VB-G RAM-G guarantees 125 days of employment per financial year to every rural household willing to undertake unskilled manual work, up from 100 days under MGNREGS
The Centre has allocated ₹95,692 crore for VB-G RAM-G in FY27, with the total outlay, including states' share, expected to exceed ₹1.5 lakh crore
July 01, 2026
Venezuelans have expressed gratitude to India for the medical care and humanitarian assistance being provided under Operation Amistad
The Indian Army Field Hospital in Caracas continues to provide medical treatment to people affected by the devastating earthquakes under Operation Amistad
India has deployed rescue personnel, field hospitals, medicines and relief supplies to support earthquake-hit Venezuela as part of Operation Amistad
July 01, 2026
PM Modi's "Vikas Bhi, Virasat Bhi" vision has integrated infrastructure development with the preservation of India's cultural heritage: BJP Leader Sanju Verma
BJP leader Sanju Verma highlights that improved highways, airports, rail connectivity, and PM Gati Shakti have made heritage destinations more accessible across the country
Under the Modi government, projects such as the Kashi Vishwanath Corridor, Ram Mandir, and Mahakal Lok have improved pilgrim facilities while boosting tourism and local economies: Sanju Verma
July 01, 2026
PM Modi's state visit to Seychelles marked the 50th anniversary of Seychelles' independence and 50 years of diplomatic relations between the two countries
PM Modi’s visit has successfully elevated India-Seychelles relations from a traditional maritime defence partnership into a holistic, model alliance for the twenty-first century: Former Indian Ambassador Gurjit Singh
During PM Modi's visit, India formally advanced its MAHASAGAR vision, expanding maritime cooperation beyond security to include climate action, sustainable development, etc.,
July 01, 2026
India’s contribution to the G7+ this year was vital in all matters, especially on the global challenges in health and digital technology, says French Ambassador Thierry Mathou
Ambassador Thierry Mathou highlights that the G7+ leaders agreed to strengthen critical mineral supply chains through 195 cooperation projects worth €64 billion
French Ambassador Thierry Mathou believes that India will play an important role in advancing G7 initiatives during 2026 alongside its responsibilities as BRICS Chair
According to Ex-Niti Aayog CEO Amitabh Kant, India's decade-long investments under PM Modi's leadership helped minimise the impact of the Strait of Hormuz energy crisis
Ex-Niti Aayog CEO Amitabh Kant said India kept LPG affordable through subsidies, with PM Ujjwala Yojana beneficiaries paying just over ₹600 per cylinder despite global uncertainties
India doubled its LPG import terminals from 11 to 22 and expanded its LPG pipeline network from 2,300 km to over 6,200 km, significantly strengthening the country's energy security: Amitabh Kant
India is showcasing its women-led development model at BRICS, built on digital inclusion, and financial access that help women become leaders
More than 10 crore rural women are now part of self-help groups, creating one of the world's largest women-led community networks for livelihoods and financial inclusion
India's experience offers BRICS countries a practical model for empowering women through leadership, entrepreneurship, and grassroots institutions rather than welfare alone
The India-UK trade agreement will take effect from 15 July, opening easier market access and new export opportunities for Indian businesses
The India-UK FTA goes beyond tariff cuts by promoting investment, digital trade, innovation, and stronger economic cooperation between New Delhi and London
Indian farmers, MSMEs, manufacturers, startups, and professionals are expected to benefit from greater access to the UK market and smoother trade rules
"May Bhagwan Shri Ganesh bless everyone with wisdom, strength, and prosperity": PM Modi
PM Modi attended the landmark Golden Jubilee celebrations marking the 50th anniversary of Seychelles' Independence as the Guest of Honour
Reflecting friendship and strategic partnership, contingents from the Assam Regiment of the Indian Army and the Indian Navy proudly took part in the Seychelles National Day parade
Mid-income and luxury homes led India's housing market growth in Q4 FY26, reflecting strong buyer demand across major cities
Developers increased new project launches as demand and improving customer confidence continued to support residential real estate
Higher incomes, easier access to home loans, and sustained urban demand are helping keep India's housing market resilient
India is expected to sell over 3 lakh electric cars in 2026, crossing the milestone for the first time as EV adoption gathers pace
More affordable models and expanding charging infrastructure are encouraging more people to switch to electric cars: Frost and Sullivan Report
EVs are becoming a bigger part of India's automobile market as manufacturers continue to invest in new products and technologies: Frost and Sullivan Report
Under the Central government's sustainable policies, India's renewable electricity generation climbed nearly 24% in 2025, while electricity generation from coal, oil, and natural gas declined
India restricted its emissions growth to just 0.9% in 2025, significantly lower than the US’ 3.2% and below the global average of 1.1%, demonstrating a highly effective energy transition
Propelled by the Central government's green energy push, India recorded a phenomenal 40% increase in behind-the-meter and off-grid solar, marking the largest capacity expansion outside China
June 30, 2026
Government has committed an additional ₹30,000 crore to NIIF, taking its total investment to ₹60,000 crore to strengthen infrastructure financing
The funding to NIIF is expected to attract more private and foreign capital, helping finance large infrastructure projects across the country
The investment will support new NIIF funds focused on sectors such as transport, renewable energy, digital infrastructure, and urban infrastructure
India's industrial output rose 5.1% in May, marking the strongest growth in five months on the back of robust manufacturing and electricity production
Output PPI provides a more granular price structure than the WPI. For value-based items, use of Output PPI will improve the estimation of real output: MoSPI
First, the heat wave led to higher demand. Second, on the supply side, the focus on renewables helped growth of 17%: Madan Sabnavis, chief economist, Bank of Baroda
Two Indian Army soldiers won India's first-ever gold medal at the World Rowing Cup, creating history for the country in the sport
Havildars Ujjwal Kumar Singh and Lakshay crossed the finish line in 6 minutes and 26.09 seconds to claim gold at World Rowing Cup Stage 3 in Lucerne, Switzerland
The victory at the World Rowing Cup reflects the Indian Army's continued role in nurturing top athletes who excel on the international stage
India's e-commerce exports could grow by an additional $10 billion in the coming years with faster logistics and simpler export processes
The potential is very huge because we are a large country with large number of MSMEs having capacity to manufacture quality products: Rajesh Kumar Mishra, Directorate General of Foreign Trade
Easier customs procedures and lower shipping costs can help more MSMEs and small sellers reach customers across global markets
Brazil is becoming a major growth market for India's pharmaceutical exports, driven by rising demand for affordable, high-quality medicines
Pharma exports to Brazil grew at a steady 17-18% compound growth rate over the last 24 months; as the exports are poised to cross $1 billion in FY27
Brazil has slowly outpaced traditional European hubs; commanding a 2.94% share, with Indian shipments valued at $916.06 million
India has reclaimed the 5th spot in global stock market rankings, moving ahead of Taiwan and South Korea in total market value
India's market value increased by $135 billion in June, while Taiwan lost $119 billion and South Korea lost $230 billion, facilitating India's climb up the global rankings
India's recovery was supported by renewed FPI inflows of $1.27 billion and easing crude oil prices, which lifted Indian equities during June 2026
June 30, 2026
"The UK Free Trade Agreement is going to be the most comprehensive agreement that India has entered into so far, and it will come into force in July": Piyush Goyal, Minister of Commerce
Bilateral trade between India and the UK has experienced phenomenal growth, expanding from roughly £17 billion to nearly £48 billion today
The historic UK-India FTA is positioned as a major milestone in India’s global trade strategy, establishing a strategic platform for deeper bilateral cooperation
June 30, 2026
"The United States trusts India, we work with India, and we look forward to identifying those next opportunities for both of our sides": Sergio Gor, US Ambassador to India
American corporate confidence in India has reached a historic high under the Indian government's stable policy framework
The deep strategic partnership and relaxed rapport between PM Modi and top US leadership continue to strengthen bilateral ties across key sectors, including AI, aviation, and tech
"The front-end has already rallied sharply on lower oil prices over the past few weeks and the pricing out of RBI rate hike expectations": Danny Suwanapruti, Analyst, Goldman Sachs
Strategic steps by the Central government to scrap taxes on debt for foreigners have driven a record surge in overseas holdings of index-eligible debt by 397 billion rupees or $4.2 billion
Goldman Sachs estimates India’s index weight will be around 0.7% based on the current outstanding size of FAR bonds, which could potentially prompt around $15 billion of passive inflows
June 30, 2026
"Ambassador Gor helped President Trump understand Modi's New India, speaking in Trump's language.., and the aspiration of 1.5 billion people": Al Mason, Honorary Senior Advisor, USISPF
“President Trump respects India's rise, President Trump admires Prime Minister Modi's leadership, and President Trump wants a stronger India-US relationship": Al Mason, Honorary Senior Advisor, USISPF
Powerful signs of the revived bilateral ties between India and the US include an upcoming strategic visit to India by the US Secretary of State this year
June 30, 2026
"Koreans are also becoming more interested in knowing India's culture. Yoga has already become a family hobby": Lee Seong-ho, South Korean Ambassador to India
Cultural and soft power diplomacy between India and South Korea has established a vibrant two-way traffic, successfully bringing the people of both nations much closer together
South Korea is looking forward to deepening its economic and strategic engagement with India, with investments in shipbuilding, defence manufacturing, and industrial collaboration
"From the seas to the skies, our India is becoming increasingly secure and self-reliant": PM Modi
Under the Central government's vision of Atmanirbhar Bharat, the first made-in-India C-295 military transport aircraft successfully completed its maiden flight on 10 June
The Indian Navy recently expanded its fleet by inducting 3 completely indigenous warships in Kolkata, designed and manufactured entirely within India by domestic engineers
India announced a landmark $175 million Special Economic Package for Seychelles, featuring a $125 million Line of Credit and $50 million in grant assistance
PM Modi’s state visit to Seychelles yielded 19 formal outcomes, including a significant MoU to implement India's UPI digital payments framework within the Seychellois economy
In recognition of India's contribution to environmental conservation, Seychelles conferred its highest honour for environmental leadership, the Guardian of the Blue Horizon, on PM Modi
June 30, 2026
Officers can wear a bandi jacket at civilian formal events, while the manual removes colonial-era terminology such as "Royal" from dress regulations
Swords will now be restricted to parade commanders and select ceremonial occasions such as Republic Day and Army Day
A new battle jacket, better suited to Indian weather will gradually replace the existing winter jersey by June 2029
June 30, 2026
"The real success of the Union government’s handling of the crisis, however, is its decision not to pass on the spike in crude oil prices to the ordinary consumer": Vivek Kumar, Retired IAS Officer and Former Joint Secretary, Ministry of Oil and Natural Gas
Non-Hormuz sourcing rose from 55% to 70% of imports, while domestic LPG production was scaled up from 35,000 tonnes per day to 54,000 tonnes per day within just 5 days
The Union government shielded citizens from global price shocks by absorbing approximately ₹1.7 lakh crore in forgone revenue through excise duty cuts
June 30, 2026
The DGCA achieved a historic aviation milestone by successfully conducting the 1st-ever satellite-based landing system approach on a jet engine aircraft, an IndiGo Airbus A320
The indigenous GAGAN system reduces dependence on expensive ground-based infrastructure and positions India as one of the few nations worldwide with its own SBAS capability
An IndiGo Airbus A320 successfully used the GAGAN system for a precision landing in Udaipur, marking a leap from previous turboprop-only operations
June 30, 2026
"Over the past decade, India has expanded its diplomatic reach not for prestige but protection": Kausar Jahan, Chairperson of the Delhi State Haj Committee
Under PM Modi's calculated 5-nation tour, India successfully unlocked an investment potential of nearly $40 billion while expanding strategic partnerships
Demonstrating the Central government's efficiency, India’s Haj Mission seamlessly supported more than 1,75,000 Indian pilgrims and won 2 prestigious awards in Saudi Arabia
India's semiconductor pipeline has grown to ₹1.64 lakh crore, with investments spanning chip manufacturing, assembly, testing, and design
The push towards a domestic semiconductor ecosystem aims to reduce India's dependence on imported chips while building a strong electronics manufacturing ecosystem
Combined with India’s talent, digital public infrastructure, and AI capabilities, we have an opportunity to develop solutions not just for India, but for the world: S. Krishnan, Secretary, MeitY
Electric two-wheeler (e2w), penetration has crossed the 10 per cent mark for the first time
E2w registrations hit 162,321 in June, which is 10.36 per cent of the overall 1.56 million registrations of all two-wheelers
Electric two-wheeler (e2w), penetration has crossed the 10 per cent mark for the first time, their penetration was 7.28 per cent a year ago and 9.18 per cent in May
June 29, 2026
Better roads, railways, airports, and internet connectivity are making the Northeast more connected, improving access to jobs, markets, healthcare, and education.
Northeast is becoming a strategic gateway to Southeast Asia through projects that aim to boost trade, tourism, and cross-border connectivity under the Act East Policy
Improved infrastructure and sustained government investment are helping position the Northeast as an important growth engine for India's economy and regional development
June 29, 2026
PM Modi thanked citizens voluntarily reducing fuel consumption and cut unnecessary spending after his appeal
PM Modi appreciated citizens who chose to postpone gold purchases and avoid extravagant expenses
The power of 'janbhagidari' in nation-building is a tremendous asset for India. We experience this janbhagidari time and time again: PM Modi
PM Modi was conferred with the honorary 'Guardian of the Blue Horizon' title by Seychelles for his steadfast commitment to environmental conservation and advancing the aspirations of the Small Island Developing States
PM Modi was conferred with the honorary 'Guardian of the Blue Horizon' title by Seychelles; the title was PM Modi's 34th international honour from a foreign nation
PM Modi thanked Seychelles for the honour 'Guardian of the Blue Horizon' and dedicated it to the nations which are fighting the challenges of climate change
PM Modi addresses the Parliament of Seychelles, says “It is a special honour to stand before you as the first Indian Prime Minister to address this National Assembly”
Addressing the Parliament of Seychelles, PM Modi recalls that the country was his first destination in the Indian Ocean region after assuming office in 2015
Seychelles holds a unique place in New Delhi’s approach to the Indian Ocean region: PM Modi
June 29, 2026
Addressing the National Assembly of Seychelles, PM Modi calls for greater climate justice, says “countries that have contributed the least to global warming should not be forced to bear its heaviest consequences”
Climate action must be guided by fairness, responsibility and equity, particularly for vulnerable island nations facing the brunt of rising sea levels and extreme weather: PM Modi
The Global South, especially Small Island Developing States, faces disproportionate climate risks despite making only a minimal contribution to global emissions
PM Modi lauds Nagaland’s grassroots football initiatives, describes them as inspiring models for the rest of the country in Mann Ki Baat
PM Modi in Mann Ki Baat praises Nagaland’s grassroots football initiatives, specifically commended the Nagaland Baby League and the Nagaland Women Futsal League, for promoting football from the grassroots level
The Nagaland Women Futsal League is providing a wonderful platform for our daughters to showcase their talent: PM Modi in Mann Ki Baat
