NITI Aayog’s proposed Manufacturing & Infrastructure Index to benchmark states on policies, logistics, and approvals, promoting competitive federalism. By guiding investors and policymakers, it seeks to diversify supply chains, cut geopolitical risks, and secure critical resources essential for India’s industrial growth.
Click to View MoreThe reopening of the PLI Scheme for White Goods highlights India’s push for self-reliance by boosting domestic manufacturing, reducing imports, and promoting innovation. With growing market demand, success depends on streamlined policies, technology transfer, and global competitiveness to strengthen supply chains and exports.
Click to View MoreThe iDEX-EdCIL partnership, under the ASPIRE program, is a step towards developing dual-use technology in India. It combines iDEX's defense innovation with EdCIL's educational technology expertise, aiming to build indigenous capabilities, address national challenges, and promote self-reliance, aligning with the 'Make in India' vision.
Click to View MoreIndia's unemployment rate has dropped to 2%, the lowest among G20 nations, indicating the effectiveness of government schemes and economic growth in creating employment opportunities.
Click to View MoreIndia launch first indigenous 32-bit microprocessor, Vikram 3201, marks a step toward semiconductor self-reliance. This achievement, driven by the India Semiconductor Mission, aims to reduce import dependency by promoting domestic manufacturing, design, and attracting global investment to tap into the future $1 trillion market.
Click to View MoreIndia's patent system has evolved from promoting generic drugs to encouraging domestic innovation, with resident filings now surpassing foreign ones. To transition from "Make in India" to a global innovation powerhouse, India must overcome challenges like backlogs and low R&D investment by boosting funding and streamlining processes.
Click to View MoreThe MSME sector is the backbone of the Indian economy, driving employment, innovation, and exports, but faces challenges related to credit access, technology adoption, and skilled workforce, requiring continued government support and focus on digitalization and sustainability for resilient growth.
Click to View MoreIndian Railways has tested the first hydrogen-powered coach at its Integral Coach Factory in Chennai. The project involves converting existing diesel power cars into hydrogen fuel cell-powered traction systems and establishing a hydrogen storage facility in Jind, Haryana. The train will operate between Jind and Sonepat stations, covering 356 km daily.
Click to View MoreThe National Telecom Policy 2025 aims to achieve universal and meaningful connectivity by 2030, bridging the digital divide. Targets include 100% 4G and 90% 5G population coverage. To achieve these goals, the policy plans to increase fiberisation of towers, BharatNet Project, fixed-line broadband, and a flexible framework for satellite services.
Click to View MoreThe Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship (MSDE) and the World Economic Forum (WEF) have launched the India Skills Accelerator initiative to address the skills gap in India. The initiative aims to close skill gaps, encourage investment, strengthen government-industry partnerships, and prepare the workforce for the future.
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